Illustration of felt elves in Santa hats sorting wrapped presents into baskets among small decorated Christmas trees (Toy Mountain Parade)

Toy Mountain Parade

Spectators can line the route to watch festive displays, decorated vehicles, music, and dancers, with the procession anchored by Santa Claus. Attendees are encouraged to bring new, unwrapped toys to help support CTV and MOVE 100’s Toy Mountain campaign. Community groups, businesses, and individuals join in the fun by walking or entering their own creative floats.

Map It Details Official site

🎄 If you like this, try:

Illustration of a mountain-town Christmas market with timber chalets, snowy peaks and shoppers carrying a tree (Christmas in the Village) Christmas in the Village
Advertisement

Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Float participation is free.

Hours

11 am.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Riverside South

Parking

Spratt Road is closed during the parade from the south end of Shoreline Drive to the north end of Canyon Walk Drive.

Going?

Location

Ottawa, ON Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and community members

Vibe

Festive and community-minded

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Bring a new, unwrapped toy if you wish; donations support The Salvation Army’s Toy Mountain campaign for families in need across Ottawa.
  • Plan around Spratt Road’s 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. closure, which runs from Shoreline Drive to Canyon Walk Drive on November 28.
  • Choose a viewing spot along the route before the 11 a.m. start, as the parade travels north on Spratt Road.
  • Dress warmly for an outdoor late-November parade, and wear comfortable footwear if you expect to stand along the route.
  • Businesses, groups, streets, and individuals can join for free by decorating a vehicle or trailer; music and dancing are optional.

Special Events & Promotions

  • This year is the 10th annual Toy Mountain Parade.

Links & Contact

Run by Riverside South Community Association (RSCA)

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the parade suitable for all ages?

Yes, it's a community parade for everyone. Santa Claus brings up the end.

Should I bring a toy?

If you'd like to. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for CTV and MOVE 100's Toy Mountain, which supports The Salvation Army and families in need across Ottawa.

Can my group or business enter a float?

Yes, and it's free. Businesses, community groups, streets and individuals can decorate a vehicle or trailer, build a festive display, or walk, run, skip or dance the route. Sign up with the participant registration form.

How can I volunteer?

Volunteers help manage barricades and walk in the parade collecting toy donations from spectators. Volunteer sign-up will open soon.

Will there be road closures?

Yes. Spratt Road is closed during the parade from the south end of Shoreline Drive to the north end of Canyon Walk Drive.

Browse Christmas in Nepean

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly. Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide and isn't affiliated with the events we list.

Contributors & Updates

Event details verified: