Traffic Advisory: 71st Annual Santa Claus Parade

The City of Saint John would like to advise the public of the following traffic interruption on Saturday, November 16. This closure is necessary to allow for pedestrian and motorist safety during the 71st Annual Santa Claus Parade.

Street name: Various streets in Uptown Saint John and North Saint John

Date:  November 16, 2024

Duration:  One (1) day

Time: 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Direction: In both directions

Action: Road closed to through traffic

Specific area: Crown Street (between Paul Harris Street and Union Street), Union Street (from Crown Street to Charlotte Street), Charlotte Street (from Union Street to King Street), King Street (from Charlotte Street to Saint Patrick Street), Saint Patrick Street (from King Street to Main Street North), Main Street North (from Saint Patrick Street to Lansdowne Avenue), Lansdowne Avenue (from Main Street North to Wellesley Avenue) and Wellesley Avenue (from Main Street North to Somerset Street).

There will be no parking on King Street and Union Street (from Crown Street to Charlotte Street) starting at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday.

Road signage and sidewalk directional signage will be in place. Motorists are asked to drive with caution and be aware of pedestrians and workers.

For changes to Saint John Transit routes, please visit https://saintjohn.ca/en/news-and-notices/saint-john-transit-route-detours-santa-claus-parade-saturday-november-16-2024.

Here to help – For inquiries related to municipal services, contact the City of Saint John Customer Service Centre at (506) 658-4455, email service@saintjohn.ca or visit us in person on the Ground Floor of City Hall, 15 Market Square, Monday to Thursday (excluding holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.