The 67th annual Gravenhurst Santa Claus Parade is going virtual for the very first time.
This year, the Chamber is inviting all of the regular parade participants to create a virtual float by taking a short video on their phone of people celebrating the holiday spirit in a socially distanced way.
Then, a final video will be aired on November 28 on the Gravenhurst Chamber Of Commerce website.
“It could be caroling, dancing or even a short holiday skit. With this format you’re truly only limited by your imagination,” says Sandy Lockhart, the Executive Director of the Gravenhurst Chamber of Commerce, who organizes the annual event. “We know this is a change from our typical celebration but we feel that it’s important to the community that we carry on the tradition and bring a little holiday cheer where we’re able.”
But, what’s a Santa Claus Parade without Santa Claus? The big man himself will be making a physical appearance in Gravenhurst, although the exact details of the visit are being kept hush-hush in an effort to limit any potential crowds. However, those who wish to catch a glimpse should keep their eyes and ears open for signs of the Merry Old Elf around Gravenhurst on November 28.
Santa has also agreed to answer questions from curious young ones following the broadcast of the parade. Anyone who has a question for Santa or wants to let him know why they belong on the “nice” list can send it along to santa@gravenhurstchamber.com before the 28th and we’ll make sure it goes right to the top!
Parade participants are asked to register their virtual float by clicking here. It is asking those who register to submit their approximately 30-second video to marketing@gravenhurstchamber.com by Monday, November 16th.
Gravenhurst Chamber Of Commerce