Santa Claus Parade, Category Calendar, Minor Development (Bradford Bulldogs)

http://www.bwgsantaclausparade.com/parade_info.html

Please note for BWGMHA games being played during Parade times:

Parade Route:

The parade will begin at the Bradford District High School, travel south on Holland Street West to Simcoe Road, then south on Simcoe Road to Edward Street, east on Edward Street and ending in the parking lot of the Bradford Community Centre. ClickROUTE link to the left for a detailed map

Distance:
The parade distance is 1.92 km / 1.19 miles in length.

Timelines:
The parade duration is approximately 60 to 90 minutes from when the first float starts off (6:30 pm sharp) until it reaches its destination (125 Simcoe Road). We estimate that Santa Claus will be reaching the Bradford Community Centre sometime between 8 pm and 8:30 pm.

 

Paramedics Toy Drive and Pick up of Santa’s letters

Start Time:

6:00 pm– from Bradford High School

End Time:

7:15 pm– at Bradford Community Centre

 

 

First Float Estimated Times

Start Time:

6:30 pm– from Bradford High School

End Time:

7:30 pm– at Bradford Community Centre

 

 

Santa Claus Estimated Times

Start Time:

7:30 pm– from Bradford High School

End Time:

8:30 pm– at Bradford Community Centre

 

Where to watch:
All locations will have a great view of the parade. Show up early to find a great spot. Please remember to choose a safe location off of the road as some floats and bands will use the entire width of the road!

Please Note: All areas along the route are wheelechair accessible!

Road Closures:
The following roads will be closed for the Bradford West Gwillimbury Santa Claus Parade:

5:00 pm until 7:45 pm

2 lanes of Professor Day Drive & Blue Dasher Blvd.

6:00 pm until 8:30 pm

Professor Day Drive, Holland Street West, Simcoe Road, Edward Street (for more details please refer toParade Route Map)

Security:
The South Simcoe Police will have additional police officers out to help with security. If you are caught disrupting the parade in any way or found in a dangerous area, you are subject to possible removal from the premises. Please respect the officers to ensure a safe and fun event for all in attendance.

Broadcast Media:
The 2011 Bradford West Gwillimbury Santa Claus Parade will be video taped this year by www.bwgvideo.com.

Our Charities:
Each year, the South Simcoe Paramedics along with several volunteers walk the route prior to the beginning of the parade collecting toys. This year we are hoping to double our efforts. Come help our local volunteers by bringing new unwrapped toys for children of all ages to the parade. Together we can all make a difference!

Toonie Donation:
Parade watchers, your donations help bring the Santa Claus Parade to Bradford every year. Don't forget to bring a toonie (or two) for the Annual Feed The Deer Collection. Watch along the parade route for the Elves walking some of Santa's other Reindeers. Drop you cash donation or cheque into their collection bins to help us with the parade. (Cheques can be made payable to: BWG Santa Claus Parade)