The Wareham Village Association will kick off its annual Christmas Parade on Dec. 3 at 3 p.m. This year, the parade route has changed and will begin at the Town Green and head down Main Street to Besse Park.

New this year, Santa arrives by boat and will be available for photographs There will be photo opportunities with Santa.

Also in Besse Park, a tree lighting ceremony will be held. Wareham firefighters will provide hot chocolate and refreshments will be available for purchase from area food trucks.