2024 Canada Day Events Guide | GTA and South Central Ontario

2023 Canada Day Event Guide

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Happy Birthday Canada! Canadians celebrate this great land we call home with fireworks and festivities on July 1st of each year! This list will be growing as we get updates on 2024 events. Read on for Canada Day events and check back often!

Royal Canadian International Circus - Etobicoke
Jun 27, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Woodbine Mall & Fantasy Fair
This year’s all new Royal Canadian International Circus, under the massive Big Top, is jam-packed with explosive live entertainment featuring spectacular acts, that will mesmerize and astound with generational circus families from all over the world. The spectacular all new ...
Stouffville Strawberry Festival
Jun 28, 2024 
to Jun 30, 2024
Memorial Park Stouffville
The Whitchurch-Stouffville Strawberry Festival takes place over the Canada Day weekend and is run for the benefit of our community – all the Festival organized entertainment and kids’ activities are free. From the festival market, to inflatables, live entertainment, the ...
Collingwood Festival For Canada
Jun 28, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Downtown Collingwood
Celebrate Canada Day in Downtown Collingwood with festivities throughout the Downtown core from June 28 to July 1st.
Q107 Canada Day Fest 2024
Jun 29, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Woodbine Park
Get ready to rock your red and white with us at the Q107 Canada Day Weekend! On Saturday, June 29, Sunday, June 30 & Monday July 1st join us live on location for loads of food, fun and good tunes! ...
Canada Day at Blue Mountain
Jun 29, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Blue Mountain Village
Join us to celebrate Canada Day – celebrating our home and native land with live music, roaming entertainment, fireworks and more! Wear your best red and white gear and join us for a celebration in the heart of the Blue ...
Rhythms of Canada Festival 2024
Jun 29, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Aga Khan Museum
The city’s most exhilarating summer festival is back from June 29 to July 1 for three days of delicious food, activities for all ages, special programming, entrancing musical performances by local artists, and our world-class Collections of art from across ...
Aurora Canada Day
Jun 30, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Lambert Wilson Park
It’s time to have some fun and celebrate Canada’s Birthday in Aurora! Dance in the Park Sunday, June 30, 2024 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Location – Aurora Town Park (49 Wells Street) Bring out your dancing shoes and kick ...
Canada's Wonderland Canada Day Fireworks
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
On select dates throughout the season, Canada’s Wonderland will present its spectacular fireworks display when the Park closes at 10 p.m. (weather permitting). Spend your day enjoying our 200 attractions, including our 18 roller coasters and then settle in for ...
Porchside Festival
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 31, 2024
Downtown Collingwood
Presented by Theatre Collingwood, this outdoor festival features 36 Live Performances by Talented Artists on Amazing Porches!  Head to Collingwood to enjoy this unique event running through the month of July – visit the website for locations and schedules. Festival ...
Caledon Canada Day and Strawberry Festival
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Caledon Fairgrounds
Celebrate Canada! Free admission, Free Birthday Cake and Balloons at Noon, a Classic Car Show, Lawn Tractor Pull (OTTPA Garden Tractor Division), All Day Strawberry Breakfast, BBQ, and Strawberry Desserts, Vendors Village and Village Craft Show. Free admission Free Birthday ...
East York Canada Day
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Stan Wadlow Park
We are excited to be hosting our 68th year. We are the longest-running event of its kind in the city attracting families from across the GTA. The day kicks off with our famous Parade beginning at Dieppe Park at 10:30am ...
Burlington Canada Day
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Spencer Smith Park
The City of Burlington is excited to celebrate Canada Day in Spencer Smith Park on July 1. Join us at our serene waterfront park location! This year, we’re thrilled to introduce a brand-new family zone packed with fun activities, delicious ...
Canada Day at Thomson Memorial Park
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Thompson Memorial Park
Enjoy family-friendly activities at Thomson Memorial Park (opens in new window) and share your day with loved ones using #CanadaDayTO. Kick off your Canada Day with a free pancake breakfast and opening ceremony where you can sing along to the ...
Canada Day Strawberry Festival
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Downey’s Farm Market
Celebrate Canada’s Birthday on July 1st at Downey’s Canada Day Strawberry Festival. Lots of fun, entertainment, great food and strawberries! The Canada Day celebration includes a strawberry pancake breakfast, Farmyard fun activities fr kids, live music, K9 Dog show, Magic ...
Vaughan Celebrates Canada Day
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Boyd Conservation Area
Celebrate Canada Day in Vaughan! On Monday, July 1, 2024, join us for the annual Vaughan Celebrates Canada Day Event at Boyd Conservation Park. The event will feature incredible stage entertainment, activities for all ages, a food zone, a marketplace ...
Ashbridges Bay Canada Day Fireworks
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Ashbridges Bay Park
The popular Toronto fireworks display is back for 2024 at Ashbridges Bay. The  July 1 display will begin at 10 p.m. Ashbridges Bay Park is located at 1561 Lake Shore Blvd. E.. Due to large crowds it is strongly suggested ...
ROM is Free on Canada Day
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Royal Ontario Museum
With free admission on Canada Day and Free Main Floor all summer, ROM welcomes all to make a life-long connection with the Museum. On Canada Day, Monday, July 1, ROM officially kicks off the summer and invites all to enjoy ...
Centennial Park Canada Day Fireworks
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Centennial Park
Popular Toronto fireworks display this year at Centennial Park. The  July 1 display will begin at dusk Centennial Park is located at 256 Centennial Park Rd, Toronto. Please note that there will be no fireworks at Nathan Phillips Square, Mel ...
Newmarket Canada Day Celebration - Daytime Concert & Festival
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Newmarket Riverwalk Commons
Join us July 1, 2024 for our annual Tim Hortons Canada Day Festival featuring: Live concerts at Riverwalk Commons Food vendors including a licensed area managed by the North Newmarket Lions Club Rides on the Tim Hortons Express Train Roaming ...
Canada Day at Todmorden Mills
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Todmorden Mills
Enjoy Canada Day set in the picturesque backdrop of the Don Valley. Have fun playing outdoor games including Croquet, Outdoor Chess and Outdoor Jenga. Get creative with chalk drawing on the brick road and make a paper bag beaver in ...
Canada Day at Spadina Museum
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Spadina Museum
Enjoy a picnic with family and friends on the beautiful grounds of Spadina Museum and partake in lawn games and outdoor Canada Day themed crafts. Explore the interior of the museum as part of a guided tour at either 12:15, ...
Canada Day at Scarborough Museum
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Scarborough Museum
Join Scarborough Museum for a vibrant celebration of Indigenous and Somali culture and heritage. Experience interactive workshops and activities showcasing oral storytelling, drumming, entrepreneurship, cultural artifacts, food demonstrations and traditional fabrics. Engage in discussions about colonization and its impact on ...
Canada Day at Mackenzie House
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Mackenzie House
Visit the Mackenzie House printshop and choose from the image collection to create a postcard that represents Canada Day to you! Postcards are printed on the historic printing press. Currently the historic house is undergoing renovation and is unfurnished. The ...
Proud to Be Canadian: Celebrating the Chinese Communities
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Fort York
Celebrate the vibrancy of Toronto’s Chinese communities at Fort York National Historic Site with programming co-created with community partners marking the 101st anniversary of the Chinese Immigration Act. Partake in singing, face painting, food demonstrations and tastings, storytelling, costume demonstrations ...
Canada Day at Zion Schoolhouse
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Historic Zion Schoolhouse
A family friendly celebration of Canada Day with fun and games on the lawn outside, and paper crafts in the schoolhouse. Add your feelings about Canada to the community paper chain interactive craft. Test your agility on the stilts. Bring ...
Pickering Canada Day at Kinsmen Park
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Kinsmen Park
It’s the City’s annual Canada Day concert in Kinsmen Park; featuring live music on the big stage, food trucks, fireworks, and lots of fun for all ages. Be sure to get to Kinsmen before 7:00 pm for an early-bird raffle ...
Canada Day in Richmond Hill
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Richmond Green Park
Join us at Richmond Green Park to celebrate our nations birthday! This year, we are excited to welcome Canadian singer-songwriter, Rêve, to the main stage at 8:45 p.m. as our headliner! With a full day of live entertainment on multiple ...
Canada Day at Ajax Downs
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Ajax Downs
Join us on July 1, 2024 at Ajax Downs (50 Alexander’s Crossing) for Canada Day! From 2-10 p.m. enjoy a variety of activities including cultural performances, children’s games and activities, interactive experiences, live entertainment, community booths & marketplace, sensory zone, ...
Georgina Canada Day
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
The ROC
Canada Day is back at the ROC! Get ready to celebrate Canadian pride in Georgina. Enjoy a full lineup of amazing entertainment and family activities throughout the day followed by a fantastic fireworks finale. This is an event you won’t ...
Milton Canada Day
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Milton Fairgrounds
The largest attended one-day event in Milton will provide an array of exciting activities including fantastic live music, a wide variety of entertainment, diverse food options, arts and crafts, fun activities for all ages, and the finale featuring spectacular fireworks ...
Canada Day in Oshawa
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Lakeview Park
The City of Oshawa’s Canada Day celebration is a free large family friendly event held each year on July 1st at picturesque Lakeview Park. This free event provides a wide range of local entertainment, vendors, activities and displays for attendees ...
Canada Day Celebrations
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Richmond Green Park
Join us at Richmond Green Park to celebrate our nations birthday! This year, we are excited to welcome Canadian singer-songwriter, Rêve, to the main stage at 8:45 p.m. as our headliner! With a full day of live entertainment on multiple ...
City of Richmond Hill - Canada Day Celebration
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Richmond Green Park
Richmond Hill’s annual Canada Day celebrations features a day full of live entertainment, food and beverage vendors, artist exhibits, midway and a one of the best fireworks displays in York Region.
Markham Canada Day Celebrations
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Markham Centre
Markham, it’s time to celebrate! Join us on Canada Day (July 1) from 3 to 10:30 PM at Markham Centre in Downtown Markham (Birchmount Road/Enterprise Boulevard). We have an action-packed day planned with lots of free and fun activities for ...
Canada Day Celebration 2024
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Mississauga Celebration Square
Celebrate Canada’s 157th birthday from 3:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. in the heart of Mississauga with family entertainment and activities, a live concert, Square One giveaways, and 30+ food vendors serving up curbside cuisine, in partnership with Night Market TO. ...
Canada Day in Downtown Bracebridge
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Downtown Bracebridge
It is Canada’s Birthday! Join us in Downtown Bracebridge at 4 pm to 8pm. Check out the sidewalk sale, Downtown Art, Live Music and Cottage Games that will include Pickle Ball, Badminton, Cornhole, Yardzee and more. Then move down to ...
Hamilton Canada Day at Bayfront Park
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Bayfront Park
On Saturday, July 1st, the City of Hamilton is throwing a FREE Canada Day extravaganza for the whole family at Bayfront Park! Prepare for a day packed with delightful children’s recreation and arts activities that will spark their creativity and ...
Canada Day in Oakville
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park
On July 1, starting at 4pm in Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, you’re invited to join the Town of Oakville’s fun-filled evening of family-friendly activities, live entertainment, tasty food trucks and dazzling fireworks display (weather permitting). Enjoy an evening of FREE ...
Bradford West Gwillimbury Canada Day
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Bradford & District Memorial Community Centre
The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury invites everyone to join in on the Canada Day celebrations on Monday, July 1 at the Bradford & District Memorial Community Centre. The festivities commence at 4:00pm, and includes entertainment, music, food, the official ...
Canada Day at Downsview Park
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Downsview Park
We can’t wait for you to join us on Canada Day, July 1st for our annual festival! See you at the Festival Terrace! We’ll have live entertainment, games for kids, inflatables, vendors and so much more! All for FREE. So, ...
Canada Day in Whitby
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Victoria Fields
There’s definitely S’more to do in Whitby at this year’s Canada Day Celebrations. Pack your friends, family, blankets and lawn chairs! Experience Interactive activities, photo ops, games, entertainers, laser maze, rock wall, market vendors and an assortment of Durham’s finest ...
Streetsville Canada Day Celebrations
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Streetsville Village Square
Celebrate Canada Day with us in Streetsville on Monday, July 1st. Free family activities including crafts, face painting, balloon artists, and more. Rock out to live music then march down to the park with the Streetsville Pipes & Drums for ...
Canada Day Fireworks
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
Memorial Park, Stouffville
Bring your friends and family, pack your picnic blankets, and join us in Memorial Park for a Canada Day celebration featuring food trucks, live entertainment, and more! Festivities kick off at 6:00pm and end with a spectacular fireworks show at ...
Newmarket Canada Day Evening Music & Fireworks
Jul 1, 2024 
to Jul 1, 2024
George Richardson Park
Don’t miss the music from the Newmarket Citizen’s Band from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. followed by a live concert from 9 to 10 p.m. featuring the band Switchbeat. Fireworks will take place from approximately 10:10 to 10:30 p.m.   Location: ...

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