Banff’s Santa Claus Parade of Lights
Many gather from all around southern Alberta to see Banff’s Santa Claus Parade of Lights on Nov 17, 2018, on Banff Avenue.
Children were able to see Santa Claus in the day and enjoy the parade at night. Families were also encouraged to wander over to the Cascade gardens to be a part of candlelight carols, despite the chilling mountain temperature.
Photos by Alexandra Nicholson
Published Nov 19, 2018
The Bishop Grandin Marching Ghosts play festive music as they march.
Photo by Alexandra Nicholson.
The local fire station put together their contribution for the parade in the form of a fire truck decorated with lights. Inside the truck are children and the driver. Photo by Alexandra Nicholson.
Two Banff locals hold a sign for the town of Banff during the Parade.Photo by Alexandra Nicholson.
A giant Santa Claus float towered down Banff Avenue causing children to cheer and wave. Photo by Alexandra Nicholson.
The McDonald Wilson Dance Academy showed their holiday spirit with a float with two dancers dressed up. Photo by Alexandra Nicholson.
Many members of the McDonald Wilson Dance Academy show their holiday spirit during a Christmas dance. Photo by Alexandra Nicholson.
The Banff-Cochrane MLA Cam Westhead drove down the road waving at all the people who attended. Photo by Alexandra Nicholson.
Paraders wear festive lights as they make their way down to the bridge. Photo by Alexandra Nicholson.
A truck decorated in lights blew smoke down the parade. Photo by Alexandra Nicholson.
Banff Lodging Co. dressed up their float in the theme of a hotel. Photo by Alexandra Nicholson.