The Burlington Santa Claus Parade is Coming to Town! Sunday, December 6th, 2009
With a nip in the air and a steady stream of Christmas related commercials on television, I know that time is drawing near again.
Time for the sights and sounds of lively floats and marching bands while people sit bundled up on lawn chairs along the roadsides.
It's Christmas parade time once more!
The Burlington Santa Claus Parade will host 65 entries this year and will begin at 2pm Sunday, December 6th.
Gather your thermos of hot chocolate and pack some snacks for the kids.
Make sure everyone is sporting a colourful scarf and wooly hat or hood and packing an old car blanket or two won't hurt in the least.
The parade begins at Burlington Mall on Guelph Line and will continue down Guelph line to New Street.
At New Street it will travel west towards downtown to James Street and then will go north on Brant.
The grand finish will be at Brant and Caroline.
Parade day is always an excellent way to usher in the Christmas season and many families choose this day to put up their tree.
Not to be outdone, the City of Burlington will hold it's 'Festival of Lights' at Spencer Smith Park after the parade and the official lighting ot the 'Tree of Hope' will leave a sparkle in the eyes of all onlookers.
Make this a family day and plan to attend both events. You'll be creating lasting memories for you and your loved ones and perhaps this will become an annual tradition in your household, that is if it isn't already.
The Burlington Santa Clause Parade and the Festival of Lights. Two grand events you won't want to miss.
See you there!
©2009JoSmith
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Jo-Anne Smith, the author of this article, is a REALTOR® with Brekland Realty Group, Oakville, Ontario and welcomes your real estate inquiries. To contact her, visit www.Oakville-BurlingtonHomes.com |
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Jo-Anne Smith, the author of this article, is a REALTOR® with Your Choice Realty , Mississauga, Ontario and welcomes your real estate inquiries. To contact her, visit www.oakville-burlingtonhomes.com |
There's something about Santa that brings a smile to my face.
Hi Jo,
Don't you just love things like this? We used to go as kids, then I took my own kids. Now it's fun to experience it again with my grandchildren. I love it!
The gingerbread float is so cute! I love holiday parades, especially those with Santa in them. Yes, I believe!
Jo,
I have some current business in Burlington, so it's nice to know about the parade, particularly because one of my clients will be taking a major role in the parade.
Brian
hi Epcon,
I believe ...and somehow I know you do too! ((-;
Jo
Lynda,
I remember one of my sons, when he was about 5, being so proud because he was chosen to ride on his school's float. I can still see him up there in the straw bales with his red jacket and little grey touque.
Life is made of memories such as these and I'm thankful you are making them now with your grandchildren.
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Jo
Kris,
Somehow I always knew you are a believer.... (((-:
How's the little one doing? any recent pics?
Jo
Hi Brian,
That's wonderful! Are you going to be watching the parade? Next time you're in town, give me a call. It would be nice to have a coffee/tea and get to meet you in person.
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Jo
Jo - hope you enjoy your parade our Uxbridge and Port Perry parades are this weekend but I don't think I will make it this year.
Jo
Santa's going to be a big draw in Burlington. Is that house edible? I have a hankering for ginger bread all of a sudden.
Jo
Santa's going to be a big draw in Burlington. Is that house edible? I have a hankering for ginger bread all of a sudden.
Hi Kathy,
I hope the reason you're going to be missing the parade is a good one and everything is ok in your world.
Thanks so much for stopping by,
Jo
Tom,
There's always a large turnout for the parade....wouldn't it be great if the house was edible? I love gingerbread too..
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Jo
In Germany St Nicholas comes to your home on December 6th to bring gifts to the good little boys and girls - he also has a switch in his bag to show what could happen if you are not good - I miss that tradition -
hi Barbara Jo,
That sounds like a lovely tradition...
Jo