# Port Jefferson Santa Parade & Visit

> Event for families in the New York–Newark–Jersey City area (NY / NJ). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sun, Nov 29 · 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
- Where: Downtown Port Jefferson — Main Street parade route, Main Street, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Free
- Organizer: Port Jefferson Business Improvement District / Chamber of Commerce
- Official page: https://portjeffchamber.com/events-calendar/port-jefferson-santa-parade-visit/
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

Santa arrives in Port Jefferson village on Thanksgiving Sunday: a parade through downtown followed by a Santa visit, organized by the Port Jefferson Business Improvement District.

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