2011 Events

Dec. 10 - Santa Claus Parade
Start time 6:00pm.
This year's Essex BIA Santa Claus Parade will be bigger and more spectacular than ever. We are changing to an evening format so more families can join in the fun and festivities.

The parade theme this year is "A Dickens Christmas" in recognition of the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Dickens, author of A Christmas Carol. To enter the parade, please download the entry form here for commercial and community groups or here to enter a band.

Please note the updated Rules & Regulations attached to the entry form - there are new minimum standards for floats this year.

Sponsorship opportunities are available for anyone who wishes to participate in the parade without entering a float - see the Sponsorship Proposal here for full details.

Note: These dates are subject to change. for more information, contact 519-776-9811.

Other Attractions Around Town

Take time to visit the more than 10 "Giant Murals" around town and our historic Train Station. Both are truly representative of the town's historically unique past. Depending on the time of season you arrive, you may want to visit or participate in one of the following events.