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This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Children applied for the honour of marching in the parade, sometimes waiting 3 years for their turn. Those who were chosen were outfitted in marvellous made-to-measure costumes and were paid a small fee plus hot chocolate and cookies along the parade route. Unlike Macy's in New York, Eaton's made its own costumes each year. The Merchandise Display Department worked year-round at Eaton's Sheppard and Highway service building to prepare the costumes, the incredible floats and the mechanized window tableaux.
The cost of the entire production was paid for by Eaton's. Even though they carefully limited commercialization of the Parade, it proved to be an effective promotional device. As television became more common in the s the entire parade was shown over both English and French networks, and was televised to millions of people in the United States by CBS. Wonderland will also have its very own Christmas Market , where you can directly support local vendors and artists.
WinterFest will be stacked with lots of live shows, and Christmas carollers spreading that holiday cheer. If you're looking for something more hands-on, you can also decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus or write a letter to Santa Claus that will be sent right to his office. Why You Need To Go: It's back and bigger than ever before, and it will set the mood for the holiday season. You'll feel like you're on the Polar Express with this new train experience in Uxbridge.
Starting November 26, you can board a historic train and enjoy a festive journey complete with a Christmas show.
The entire train is decked out in lights, and you'll be served cookies and hot chocolate along the way for some extra holiday sweetness. There will also be a tree lighting ceremony and even a visit from Santa himself. The train ride takes about 1 hour, and tickets can be purchased online. The attraction is also offering a Santa Express ride on a decorated heritage train this season. English French. Get Narcity on the Go. Submit a news tip. This website uses cookies We use cookies to personalize content and ads, to provide social media features and to analyze our traffic.
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