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Cranbrook, BC (December 17, 2025) – Direct from the North Pole, Santa Claus has officially confirmed his annual Christmas Eve tour of Cranbrook – and his magical route is all set thanks to the support of Cranbrook Fire & Emergency Services.

A beloved tradition for generations, Santa’s Christmas Eve tour has become one of Cranbrook’s most special holiday moments. Families bundle up, head outside and wait for that unmistakable Christmas visitor to roll through their neigbhourhood.

“The Cranbrook Firefighters love helping keep this tradition alive, as there are generations of families that make a point to come out and get a quick glimpse of Santa on Christmas Eve,” says Chief Scott Driver, Fire & Emergency Services. “We are grateful that Santa’s tour on Christmas Eve continues to be part of so many cherished family memories.”

Escorted by off-duty Cranbrook firefighters, Santa will begin his journey at 4:00pm on Wednesday, December 24, making his way through as many neighbourhoods as possible before heading off to deliver gifts worldwide.

4:15-5:00              Steeples School and Park Royal area
5:00-6:00              Fire Hall and Highlands School area
6:00-7:00              Kinsmen Park and Kootenay Orchards School area
7:00-8:00              11th Ave – 14th Ave, Gordon Terrace, Parkland School, and T. M. Roberts School area
8:00-9:00              Gyro and Rotary Park areas
9:00-9:30              Slater Rd. Echo Field Rd areas

Follow Santa’s journey through town in real time on the Cranbrook Professional Firefighters’ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/local1253firefighters.

Bundle up, step outside, and enjoy the magic — Santa can’t wait to see Cranbrook shine on Christmas Eve!