Annual Easter parade takes place in Toronto today
Annual Easter parade takes place in Toronto today
Today marks a special day in Toronto as the 60th Annual Toronto Beaches Lions Club Easter Parade takes over Queen Street East.
Since its origin in 1967 for Canada’s Centennial, this event has grown into a cherished community tradition that signifies the arrival of spring.
Starting at 2:00 p.m., the parade features lively marching bands, colourful floats, and, of course, the official Easter Bunny.
The parade draws nearly 50,000 spectators to the scenic Beaches neighbourhood, creating a vibrant atmosphere despite potential traffic delays caused by necessary road closures.
While the parade originally started on the boardwalk, it moved to Queen Street in 1974 to accommodate its massive following.
