Branford Parks, Recreation & Senior Services Announces 2025 Holiday Events

In continuance of providing the Town of Branford with wonderful community experiences, especially during the holiday season—Branford Parks, Recreation and Senior Services is pleased to announce its lineup of holiday events for 2025!

?? Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
Saturday, November 29th | Branford Town Green
Kick off the holiday season with festive lights, music, and community cheer at this beloved annual event!
The parade begins at 6:30 p.m. from Branford High School and proceeds to the Town Green, where the Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place.
This date also coincides with Small Business Saturday—a great opportunity to shop local, with Branford stores open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ?? Santa Gift Delivery
Santa Claus is coming to town—on a firetruck! This popular fundraising event supports the Branford Volunteer Firefighters and Branford Parks, Recreation and Senior Services.
Imagine your loved one’s excitement when Santa personally delivers a gift right to your doorstep!

• Gifts must be no larger than a shoebox, wrapped, and dropped off at the Recreation Department by December 5th.
• Registration is required and limited to Branford residents.
• Cost: $30 per household.
• Deliveries will take place the week of December 15th.

?? Santa’s Workshop
Sunday, December 7th | Joe Trapasso Community House | Ages 1–12
Join Santa’s helpers for a day of holiday fun! Make reindeer food, play festive games, write a letter to Santa, check if you’re on the “Nice List,” and meet Santa & Rudolph themselves!

• Cost: $12 per child
• Space is limited

?? Calls from Santa
Monday, December 8th – Wednesday, December 10th
Would your child like to receive a personal phone call from Santa?
Children ages 10 and under can enjoy a free, magical chat directly from the North Pole!

• Free (Registration required)

?? Write to Santa
Send your holiday wishes directly to Santa Claus!
Drop your letter in the Red and White Mailbox outside the Joe Trapasso Community House or mail it to:
Santa Claus, North Pole, 46 Church Street, Branford, CT 06405
Please include your child’s full name and home address.

• Mailbox opens December 1st
• Letters must be received by December 14th

?? First Night Branford: Bonfire Night 2026
Friday, January 2nd, 2026 | 6:00–7:30 p.m. | Branford Town Green
Ring in the new year at our annual Bonfire Night Celebration!
Enjoy free entertainment, a roaring bonfire, ice carving, s’mores, and more as we celebrate community and new beginnings. For more information on these and other upcoming events, please call the Recreation Office at (203) 488-8304 or visit www.branfordrecreation.org.