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Battersea, Ont. Santa parade happening this weekend

Darryn Davis / Global News

The community of Battersea, about 20 kilometres north of Kingston, Ont., will be celebrating its second Santa Claus parade this Sunday.

The parade will make its way into Battersea from Storrington Public School starting at noon.

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Organizers say the tradition began last year after Kingston’s parade was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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There will be 14 floats as well as fire and police vehicles.

Click to play video: 'Highlights of the 2021 Kingston Santa Parade'
Highlights of the 2021 Kingston Santa Parade

Organizers are also asking parade attendees to make a donation to the local food bank.

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“Talking with Reverend Heather she sent me a list, she said the food bank is one of the worst it’s ever been and they’re really needing some help from the community and anyone that can help out, we will be accepting any food donations,” organizer Kyle Gordon said.

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