The Santa Claus parade hits Elliot Lake tonight. It`s at 7:00pm and starts from the Civic Centre. To celebrate the community`s mining heritage, floats will be decked out in mine-related themes. Saturday, it`s Espanola`s turn to welcome the big guy. Kids can see Santa at the rec complex from noon to 2:00pm and then it`s the Santa Clause parade at 7:00pm. A magic show follows the parade and the float parade winners will be announced at 8:30pm.