Windsor-Essex embraces the holiday season with tree lightings , parades and more !
AMHERSTBURG
River Lights Winter Festival Until December 30 Gingerbread warming house , tours , light displays and more
BELLE RIVER
Belle River BIA Tree Lighting Celebration December 3 5 p . m . to 8 p . m . Optimist Park Join Santa and local BIA members for a wonderful celebration of winter when we turn on the lights at the park . Refreshments are available . Santa arrives at 6 pm !
ESSEX
Essex Santa Claus Parade December 10 6:30 p . m . The parade route begins at Talbot Street South and Fairview Avenue , then travels north along Talbot Street to Maidstone Avenue .
HARROW
Harrow Santa Claus Parade December 3 6 p . m . Parade starts at Country Depot , right on Walker Road , left on Centre Street , right on Walnut , right on King , right on Victoria and back to Country Depot . Kids ’ Christmas Party immediately following the parade . Special appearance by Santa . Bring your camera !
KINGSVILLE
Fantasy of Lights Until January 8 Lakeside Park Gingerbread Gazebo , Fantasy Express train and light displays .
WINDSOR
Santa Claus Parade December 3 6 p . m . Parade start – Riverside Drive W . at Rankin , Windsor Don ’ t miss spectacular floats , clowns , bands , horses and of course Santa himself . Visit the local restaurants for parade specials , and enjoy this yearly spectacle .
‘ Tis The Season