Make getting to Spirit of the Season easy! Whether you’re joining us for the Santa Claus Parade, visiting the holiday marketplaces, enjoying live entertainment, or exploring Downtown Guelph, there are convenient ways to get here.

Coming by Transit?
Parade Night Shuttle — Saturday, December 5

[VIEW THE PARADE NIGHT ROUTE 99 SCHEDULE]

Special Route 99 service is provided in partnership with Guelph Transit and is specifically for Santa Claus Parade night.

Regular Guelph Transit Service
Visiting Spirit of the Season on one of our other festival days? Check Guelph Transit’s regular routes and schedules to plan your trip downtown.

Coming by Train?
Travelling to Guelph from another community? VIA Rail provides convenient train service to Guelph, with the station located close in Downtown Guelph.

Driving Downtown?
Downtown Guelph is easily accessible by car, with municipal parking lots and parkades located throughout the downtown. Follow this link for live parking availability at the parkades, plus parking lot locations and costs.

Once you arrive, many Spirit of the Season activities are just a short walk away — so park once, explore downtown, and enjoy the festivities!