Winnipeg, MB – Thousands are expected to fill downtown Winnipeg this evening for the annual Manitoba Hydro Santa Claus Parade, beginning at 5 p.m. Saturday, November 15, 2025.
According to organizers, the parade will start on Portage Avenue near Main Street and move west along Portage, ending at Memorial Boulevard. Streets along the route will be closed to traffic beginning in the afternoon, including full closures of Portage Avenue and no-access zones near Memorial Boulevard.
The Winnipeg Police Service said officers and safety partners will be stationed throughout the downtown area to help manage traffic and ensure public safety. In a social media update Saturday afternoon, police reminded attendees that the event coincides with Grey Cup Week, meaning larger-than-usual crowds and heavier congestion are expected.
Parade-goers are encouraged to arrive early, use public transit, and plan for delays. Portable and accessible washrooms will be available along the route, with southbound lanes near the start point also closed for the event.
“Any uniformed member can help if someone becomes separated or needs assistance,” Winnipeg Police said. “Let’s have a safe and festive day downtown.”
More details and route information are available at mbhydrosantaparade.com.
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