Several communities in Bruce and Grey counties are swinging into the festive spirit this weekend.
Santa Claus parades are scheduled to be held on Saturday in Markdale, Walkerton, Port Elgin.
In Markdale, the Santa Parade will run from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Markdale Arena Parking Lot. It is following a drive-through format. Donations are being collected for the local food bank.
The Rotary Club of Saugeen Shores Port Elgin Santa Claus Parade will commence at 7 p.m. Saturday night. The parade route will start at Market Street and follow Goderich Street to Ivings Drive, and end near the Giant Tiger.. A barbecue will take place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Coulter Parkette, prior to the parade.
The Santa Parade in Port Elgin this year is returning to a more traditional format, after a static event in 2020.
The Walkerton Kinsmen Club will host a Santa Claus Parade Saturday evening as well. It begins at 7 p.m. and will run along Durham Street in Walkerton.