Details:

DAY: Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026
TIME: 9:00 AM
Location: Throughout Downtown

Santa Claus, accompanied by Mrs. Claus and his team of elves, embarks on his traditional journey to the Christmas in Ida Festival from his residence in the North Pole. The Ida Township Volunteer Fire Department will facilitate Santa’s arrival, escorting him and his entourage through a scenic tour of the downtown district before concluding at the Ida High School. Here, Santa will commence a day-long series of engagements within the festival and participate in the highly anticipated parade of lights.

Throughout his itinerary, Santa will graciously engage with festival visitors and local businesses, offering memorable photo opportunities and distributing the cherished holiday treat, the candy cane.