PICK OF THE WEEK: Get into the holiday spirit at Vaughan's SantaFest

Yorkregion.com
Nov. 7, 2017
By Laura Finney

The holidays are approaching and the man in red is on his way.

He will be stopping by Vaughan Nov. 12 for the 18th annual SantaFest in Maple.

With just under 100 parade entries, this year is bigger than ever.

"It is the largest parade in our 18-year history," said Elvira Caria, media spokesperson. "We're really excited."

One of the reasons for the growth, she said, is the recent addition of International Way, a section of the parade that features different cultural groups showcasing how they celebrate around the world.

"It's colourful," said Caria. "I think what is really beautiful is when you look at the kids lined along the parade route ... it's not just red and white."

There will also be all the traditional floats and elements as well.

The fun will start at the block party beginning at 1 p.m. at the corner of Major Mackenzie Drive and Melville Avenue.

It will include live entertainment, face painting in support of Crafting For a Cure, a Home Depot kids workshop and card making.

The parade will begin at 2 p.m. at Canada's Wonderland on Major Mackenzie Drive and Jane Street. It will travel east along Major Mackenzie Drive and end at Vaughan City Hall.