From what to pack to where to park, a little planning can go a long way come Parade day.
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If You Don't Want To Drive?
GO Transit will be running a special schedule for the parade and will bring you to Union Station. For the GO schedule, click here.
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Parking Along The Route
While there may be no parking right along the route, there are public parking lots near, and many office buildings open their underground lots. For Green P parking lot information, click here.
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Best Place To See The Parade
No matter where you stand along the route, you'll see the parade in all its glory.
Just be sure to arrive early. Spots fill up fast. Can't make it to the Parade? Tune in to CTV and CP24 for the live broadcast on Sunday, November 18, 2012 at 12:30 p.m.
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Is There A Wheelchair Accessible Area Along The Parade Route?
Berczy Park on Front Street is the designated wheelchair accessible area.
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Which TTC Subway Stop Should I Get Off At?
There are numerous TTC stops along the parade route, they include: Christie, Bathurst, Spadina, St. George, Museum, Queen's Park, St. Patrick, Osgoode, Queen, and King Stations.
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Nearest Food Locations
There are 20+ Tim Hortons, McDonalds and Pizza Pizza locations along the parade route. Plus hundreds of delicious restaurants and convenience stores.
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Brrr. It's Cold.
You just never know what the weather will be like on Parade day. So pack lots of layers. Fill a backpack with gloves, scarves, hats, even long underwear. Santa takes his time and you can get cold waiting - so come prepared.
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Let's Have A Green Parade.
Hot cocoa is an essential part of the parade experience. If you can, please pack your reusable eco-mugs. Not only do they keep cocoa warm, but they make way less trash for our city's streets.
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Is He Here Yet?
Santa works on North Pole time. Waiting for the parade to start can be tough on little ones. Come prepared with colouring books and toys. Try out the Santa Parade iPhone App - kids love it. Check out the souvenirs section for fun ideas.
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Where To Stay
Make the most of your visit with a weekend at the Hilton Toronto.
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