Beaches Easter Weekend Celebration

Every spring, Queen Street comes alive with colour, music, and family fun as the annual Beaches Lions Club Easter Parade makes its way through the community.

 

The parade began in 1967, launched by the East Toronto Community Association to celebrate Canada’s Centennial. The Toronto Beaches Lions Club became actively involved in organizing and supervising the event in 1973, and by 1981 had taken on the role of official organizer.

 

Originally, the parade route followed the boardwalk, but growing crowds prompted a move to Queen Street in 1974. Today, more than 50,000 spectators from around the world line the street to enjoy this beloved tradition.

 

According to Andre Buhot, Beaches Lions Club Secretary and Past President, the Beaches Easter Parade is the largest and longest-running Easter parade in the world.

 

Long-time locals still recall the unforgettable sight of elephants marching in the procession. For many Torontonians, the Beaches Easter Parade isn’t just an event—it’s a cherished tradition and a true sign that spring has arrived.

 

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