Is there anything more special than Christmas in an Historic Downtown?
Shop, Stamp + Win
Shop, Stamp + Win returns this holiday season! Check back soon for more details.
Downtown is decorated for the Holidays
Experience the mesmerizing change of Historic Downtown Thorold into a winter wonderland. Our city be hanging our festive decorations on November 12 + 13th, complemented by the harmonious tones of Holiday Music played throughout downtown beginning November 20th.
Downtown Businesses decorate for Christmas
Visit downtown and watch the transformation of your local business windows as they decorate for the holidays. Prizes for the small business owners include bragging rights and a donation to the charity of their choice. Stay tuned for an update on the 2026 season.
Celebration of Lights
In partnership with the Niagara Health Foundation, we are thrilled to be part of the Celebration of Lights, with the lighting of a Christmas Tree in Downtown Thorold on November 25th - check back soon for the time.
Santa Claus Parade
Come enjoy this longstanding tradition in Thorold (please note the alternative parade this year due to construction on Sullivan).
November 28th starting at 4:00 p.m
Visit the City of Thorold website for more information.
Santa will be downtown
He has a busy schedule but has managed to find some time for us in Downtown Thorold.
December 19th
Beginning at 9 am he will be at a Breakfast with Santa event at the Thorold Legion. Tickets can be purchased here
He will be downtown until 1 pm. - check back for where you can find him.
1 pm - 2pm join Santa at the Thorold Public Library for story time.