2021 Petawawa Santa Claus Parade made spirits bright lighting up the night

Submitted | December 16, 2021 | Local
Santa sits in wooden sleigh, waves at camera, microphone in front, wooden cut out reindeer
Santa Claus is the man that all were waiting for. He waved to people as he rode past. (Photo submitted by Anthony Dixon)

Dreams of a white Christmas came true with an early visit from Saint Nick during the 2021 Petawawa Santa Claus Parade on Dec. 4. People lined the town’s streets for a glimpse of the man in red, eager to imbue their weekend with some Christmas cheer. Colourful, bright floats made for a dazzling spectacle for the evening parade, the first held at night in Petawawa. Following the parade, attendees were invited to a tree lighting ceremony at the Petawawa Civic Centre.

Click on an image to enlarge. Photos by Anthony Dixon

Four men in hot tub, women sit near fireplace on float
Legacy Homes went a touch risqué with their float by adding a mobile hot tub.
Float with lit trees and wooden cutouts of Snoopy characters
The Skating Trail in Laurentian Valley is one that all ice lovers should experience at least once.
Several adults and children on float with tree and musical notes on side
The Canadian Military Wives Choirs Petawawa added their personal touch to the Christmas music.
Kids and adults on trailer waving at crowd
The Petawawa Predator Swim Club was blue and green, mimicking their aquatic background.
Kids sit on float with decorated trees
Starz in Motion had a Frozen theme with Elsa and Olaf making an appearance.