Image: 2022 Rotary Christmas Parade / Lexa Bergen and Kevin Plastow / Rotary Chilliwack Christmas Parade
Holiday Spirit

Rotary Christmas Parade to wind through Chilliwack tonight

Dec 2, 2023 | 6:00 AM

CHILLIWACK — The jolliest man in red is set to steal the spotlight Saturday (Dec. 2) as Santa Claus headlines the Rotary Christmas Parade in downtown Chilliwack.

The festive event is scheduled to kick off at 5:30 p.m. from Chilliwack Senior Secondary School, winding down Yale Road to Wellington Avenue. It will then turn right onto College Street and conclude along Reece Avenue near Chilliwack Senior Secondary School.

The event, generously supported by sponsors including Mountainview Harley-Davidson, Mountainview Motorsports, and many others including 895 JR Country, promises a delightful evening of holiday cheer.

BC Transit is offering an early Christmas present for parade-goers, by providing complimentary rides on all local routes in Chilliwack for the day. The initiative will allow both residents and visitors to leave their cars at home, bypass parking hassles, and fully immerse themselves in the holiday spirit without worrying about transportation needs.

Road closures will be implemented from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. to ensure the safety and smooth flow of the parade. Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan accordingly, considering the closures in their travel plans.

Image: Road closures will be in effect from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the Rotary Chilliwack Christmas Parade

For the convenience of attendees, several porta-potty locations will be available along the parade route. These include the corner of Yale and Nowell, at the entrance of the Canada Post building, 5 corners beside the Business Improvement Association Office on Young Street, 5 corners behind the clock, and 9343 Mill Street. Additionally, two handicapped washrooms will be accessible at both 5 corner locations. All washrooms will be unlocked at 4:30 p.m. and secured following the conclusion of the parade.

The event, generously supported by sponsors including Mountainview Harley-Davidson, Mountainview Motorsports, and many others including 895 JR Country, promises a delightful evening of holiday cheer.

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