Uptown Saint John Sparkles

Outdoor fire pits, ice sculpting, jolly trolley rides, live music, festive light displays, special retail promotions and so much more throughout uptown Saint John! Enjoy the Mayor’s Tree Lighting, the historic City Market lit up in spectacular splendour, and Victorian Carollers walking along the cobblestone streets. Bring the family out and visit the uptown shops, boutiques and restaurants for holiday specials and treats. ‘It’s Christmastime in the City’…and tonight is the most special evening to enjoy the season uptown.

Many Uptown boutiques, shops, restaurants, cafés, businesses, and galleries offer special activities and stay open late. Details

Mayor’s Tree Lighting

Uptown Saint John

 

Silent Night: A Candlelight Concert

This one-hour program, performed by candlelight next to the grand fireplace of the Arts Centre’s main gallery, features meditative arrangements of traditional Christmas carols. Details

November 26 & December 3, 2023 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Saint John Arts Centre, 20 Peel Plaza, Saint John

A freewill offering will be accepted.

 

Why was the snowman looking through the carrots?

He was picking his nose!

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The Annual Saint John Santa Clause Parade

2025 Santa Claus Parade

Get ready to kick off the holiday season with magic and cheer! The 72nd Saint John Santa Claus Parade is just around the corner, and this year’s theme is Animated Christmas.

New Parade Route Alert! The parade will begin at the Cruise Ship Terminals on Water Street, continue along Saint Patrick Street, and then follow the traditional route across the Viaduct to Main Street North and Lansdowne Avenue.

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