Celebrate Canada!

Celebrate our fine country’s birthday in style this year with our list of the best parades, children’s events, barbeques, cultural experiences, fireworks and more!

June 30, 5:30pm; Century Downs Racetrack and Casino Canada Day Celebration. Start your afternoon with the adrenaline-pumping thrill of horse racing, a tradition that brings communities together for friendly competition and family fun. As the sun sets, gather with friends and loved ones to witness spectacular fireworks displays that light up the night sky, painting it with the vibrant colors of our flag. Learn more at cnty.com.

July 1; Canada Day at St. Patrick’s Island. Enjoy family-friendly entertainment and the beautiful park. Three stages with art and music performers, face painting and airbrush tattoos, crafts and activity tents, playground, picnic spots and food trucks. Learn more at calgary.ca.

July 1; Canada Day at Olympic Plaza & Calgary Municipal Building. Get together for a great day of music and cultural performances, live music, and food trucks. Learn more at calgary.ca.

July 1; City of Calgary Canada Day Fireworks. Canada Day will end with a firework show launched from Stampede Park. The display will light up the sky in the downtown core and surrounding areas. Learn more at calgary.ca.

July 1, 10am to 5pm; Canada Day at Studio Bell. July 1 is the eighth anniversary of Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre. You’re invited to a building-wide bash to celebrate this milestone. Explore Canada’s musical mosaic through new exhibitions, catch live performances by Canadian artists, and enjoy hands-on activities for the whole family. Learn more at studiobell.ca.

July 1, 10am to 5pm; The Best Birthday Party Ever at Heritage Park. Heritage Park celebrates 60 years! Groove to live music, enjoy a parade and lively performances, all while enjoying complimentary birthday cake. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

July 1, 10am to 7pm; Canada Day at Calaway Park. Celebrate Canada with Calaway Park. Stop by the Canada Day Station to be outfitted with Canada Day pins and flags. Learn more at calawaypark.com.

July 1, 10am to 9pm; BownessFest 2024 – Canada Day Festival. Featuring over two dozen musical and cultural performers, incredible eats from some of Calgary’s best food trucks, amazing finds in the local vendor market, an Indigenous Pavilion, games, prizes, and so much more at Our Lady of Assumption School Field.

July 1, 11am to 2pm; Canada Day at Prairie Winds Park. Over the years, Canada Day Celebrations at Prairie Winds Park have become one of city’s premier events attended by thousands of Calgarians representing diverse communities. Learn more at celebratecanada.ca.

July 1, 11am to 3pm; Springs Church Canada Day Outdoor Carnival. Head to the Springs Church Canada Day Outdoor Carnival with tons of family activities, including a Butterfield Acres Petting Zoo. Learn more at springschurch.com.

July 1, 11am to 5pm; Canada Day East Village Street Fair. EV Street Fair is a signature event attracting more than 25,000 visitors, with over 50 vendors, food trucks, musicians, all ages activities, Pup Plaza and the 5th Street Square Beer Garden. Learn more at yycevna.org.

July 1, 11:30am to 3pm; Canada Day Tea at Heritage Park. Celebrate Canada Day with a cup of tea. Enjoy Canadian-inspired treats and a selection of fine teas with loved ones. Book your table and raise a toast to our great nation. Learn more at heritagepark.ca.

July 1, 12 to 5pm; Canada Day at Central Library. Enjoy free activities and programs to celebrate and recognize Canada’s many stories. Activities include a special storytime, traditional Indigenous dancing demonstrations, musical performances, and a citizenship ceremony for new Canadians. Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca.

July 1, 1 to 9pm; Canada Day at King Eddy. National Music Centre is celebrating Canada Day and the King Eddy’s anniversary with family-friendly live music on the King Eddy rooftop and mainstage. Learn more at kingeddy.ca.

Out of Town

July 1; Canmore Canada Day. Celebrate Canada in the mountains with a parade, breakfast and concert. Learn more at canmore.ca.

July 1; Strathmore Canada Day. Strathmore is putting on a Canada Day bash for the whole family. Head to Kinsmen Park on for loads of family entertainment, food, live music, and of course, fireworks. Learn more at strathmore.ca.

July 1, 9am; Chestermere Canada Day. Kick off the festivities with a delectable treat at the free pancake breakfast at 9am. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Canada through captivating performances at the Pavilion Stage, featuring renowned artists such as Wild Mint Arts, Abstract Dance Academy, and Young Bhangra at John Peake Park. Learn more at chestermeretoday.com.

July 1, 10am to 2pm; High River Canada Day. Come enjoy musical entertainment, a market, Okotoks Dawgs player signature opportunities, and a show and shine. Learn more at highriver.ca.

July 1, 10am to 5pm; Bar U Ranch Canada Day. Free admission for all! Celebrate Canada’s Birthday, at Canada’s Ranch. Find the perfect spot for a picnic, take in a mini wagon tour, experience the tipi encampment of the Stoney Nakoda, enjoy a hike on the Pekisko Creek Trail and visit with animals. Learn more at parks.canada.ca.

July 1, 10am to 10:45pm; Airdrie Canada Day Parade. Celebrate Canada Day in Airdrie and start the day off with a parade at 10am on Main Street. Then head over to Chinook Winds Park at 10:45pm for fireworks. You’ll find other Canada Day events, like a pancake breakfast and a multicultural celebration, too. Learn more at airdrie.ca.

July1, 11am to 3pm; Okotoks Canada Day. Entertainment, singing and more from 11am to 3pm at Wylie Athletic Park ball diamond #10. Learn more at okotoks.ca.

July 1, 12 to 6pm; Millarville Races. The longest standing MRAS tradition is filled with activities guaranteed to entertain your entire family including: Thoroughbred, Ladies’ Side-saddle, Stock Horse, Indian Relay Races as well as three-legged, foot, and sack races for children. Learn more at millarvilleracetrack.com.

July 1, 12 to 11:30pm; Cochrane Canada Day. Family fun, live entertainment, a Citizenship Ceremony, food trucks, Half Hitch beer gardens and fireworks at Mitford Park. Learn more at cochraneevents.ca.

July 1, 4:30 to 5:30pm; Banff Canada Day Parade. A day of family-friendly entertainment, amazing musical acts, an eclectic mix of marching bands, mounted horse displays, mascots, dance and music performances, bicycles, wheeled riders, and floats. Learn more at banff.ca.

July 1, 9:45 to 10:15pm; Diamond Valley Canada Day. Oilfields Arena/Erma Joy Brown Park offers ample space for everyone to come out, set up a blanket, and enjoy the evening under the stars. Learn more at diamondvalley.town.