The Santa Clause parade party starts a whole lot earlier at the city's newest cruise ship terminal.
The Port of Saint John showing off the new Diamond Jubilee Cruise Ship terminal with a pre-parade party from 1 to 3pm on Water street.
The Port's meet and greet volunteers will be hosting tours of the new building's public spaces like the rooftop patio.
Kids can enjoy some hot apple cider, hot chocolate and cookies and get their faces painted before the parade.