Santa Claus comes to town on Dec. 6!

Santa Claus Parade begins at 6 p.m. on Franklin Ave. and Main St.

(Fort McMurray, AB – December 1, 2025) – The Santa Claus Parade starts on Main St., heading south on Franklin Ave. and the parade will end at the corner of Riedel St. and Clearwater Dr. 

Check out the parade route map and safety information at rmwb.ca/Santa.

When enjoying the parade, remember to stay on the sidewalk and behind any barricades. Dress for the weather and stick together with your group.

Please follow instructions from officials and volunteers and refrain from crossing the road once it’s been closed. After the parade, please be patient and wait for the road to reopen.

Enjoy a quieter parade experience on the Sensory-Friendly Block

Main Street is designated as a Sensory-Friendly Block for those in need of a quieter, calmer parade experience. During this time, floats and walking groups will turn off their music and sirens.

Vote for your favourite floats!

After the parade, remember to vote for your favourite floats. Community organizations with the best decorated float in each category will receive $1,000, either for their non-profit organization, or a non-profit of their choice.

Voting will open Dec. 6 at 6 p.m. and close at 11:59 p.m.

Council’s Starry Night begins at 5 p.m. at kiyām Park

Join the Mayor and Councillors in celebrating the holiday season! Experience the magic with the tree and tipi lighting ceremony before the parade begins. Sip on hot chocolate, enjoy festive music, and soak in the sparkling lights as we come together in the spirit of joy and community.

Children are invited to bring their letters for Santa’s Mailbox, open until the parade begins at 6 p.m. 

Holiday events throughout the community

There are many ways to get into the festive spirit this year!

Peter Pond Mall is hosting Storytime with Santa, Breakfast with Santa and Sensory-friendly Santa throughout December.

Find the full schedule at peterpondmall.com.

Enjoy Christmas in the Village at the Fort McMurray Heritage Village on December 12 and 13.

Find more information on the RMWB Facebook page.

The Boys and Girls Club is offering warm food, beverages, and face painting the night of the parade and a Christmas Jamboree on Dec. 13.

Find more information on the Boys and Girls Club Facebook page.

Get all the details on upcoming events at maccalendar.ca.

Road closures in downtown Fort McMurray on Dec. 6

Plan your route ahead with the following lane and road closures:

Clearwater Drive: From Main Street to Riedel Street, southbound lanes only

• Closed for float marshaling from 11:30 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. 

Clearwater Drive: From Main Street to Riedel Street, northbound lanes

• Temporary 2-way traffic from 11:30 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. 

Main Street: From Clearwater Drive to MacDonald Avenue.

• Closed from 5:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. 

Franklin Avenue: From Morrison Street to Alberta Drive

• Closed from 5:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. 

Riedel Street: From Franklin Avenue to Clearwater Drive

• Closed from 5:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M 

Intersections will reopen as the parade passes. Drivers should expect delays if travelling downtown on the evening of Dec. 6.

RMWB Transit detours

Temporary transit detours will be in place between 4:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. for Route 1 and 2.

RMWB Transit will service temporary stops along MacDonald Ave., with no service from Main St. to Riedel St. along Franklin Ave.

Transit On Demand is still available, except for stops along Franklin Ave. that are temporarily closed for the parade. Plan ahead at rmwb.ca/transit.

For full event details, visit rmwb.ca/Santa.