Santa Claus Parade: Road Closures

Santa Claus Parade: Road Closures
  December 06, 2024

The annual Santa Claus Parade is just around the corner! Here’s everything you need to know to enjoy the festivities and plan your travels:

Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024

Time: Parade starts at 6:00 PM (road closures begin around 4:00 PM and remain in effect until the parade concludes).

Parade Route: The parade will begin next to BHS, proceed down King Street, turn onto Main Street, and conclude at the Promenade Waterfront.

Road Closures & Detours

To ensure everyone’s safety, motorists should follow the road closures and detours that will be in effect. With the parade on King Avenue, multiple access points will be inaccessible as of 4:00 PM:

  • Southbound traffic on St. Peter: Detour at King & Main. Head towards Murray ave.
  • Douglas Avenue: Closed to traffic as the parade finishes at the Waterfront.
  • Main Street: Traffic in one direction only, as indicated. Inbound traffic will be blocked at Main & Murray.
  • Cunard Street: Closed to traffic.
  • St. George, St. Andrew, and St. Patrick Streets: Closed at King Street.
  • South Bathurst traffic headed Downtown: Detour at St. John Street towards Murray.
  • Queen Street: Closed next to O’Neil Ave. to prevent vehicles from crossing the bridge.

Plan Ahead

  • Arrive early to find parking and secure a good viewing spot.
  • Follow posted detour signs and the instructions provided.
  • Consider carpooling or walking to minimize traffic congestion.

We look forward to seeing you at the Santa Claus Parade!

City of Bathurst Services

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