Things to on Canada Day in and around Hamilton
Watch a Parade, enjoy great food, be entertained by great bands, and see spectacular fireworks! A list of Canada Day celebrations, fireworks, long weekend events, and festivals happening across Hamilton, Brantford, and Caledonia.
Please verify all event details from official websites before travelling.
Do check back often as the article is being updated.
Contents
- Fireworks on Canada Day
- Events on Canada Day
- All Events in and Around Hamilton from June 26 to July 1, 2026
Fireworks on Canada Day
The times are approximate. Please verify with the officials. (Be at the location by 9 p.m. so you will not miss the fireworks).
- Waterdown Oh Canada Ribfest – Friday, June 26 | Dusk @ SE baseball diamond, Waterdown
- Southbrook Golf & Country Club Canada Day Celebration – Tuesday, June 30 | Dusk @ 4349 Hamilton Regional Road 56, Hamilton (ticketed)
- Canada Day at Bayfront Park – July 1 | 10:00 PM @ Bayfront Park, Hamilton; Pier 4 Park is also a great place to watch the fireworks
- Lynden Canada Day – July 1 | Dusk @ Lions Park, Lynden
- Caledonia Canada Day – July 1 | Dusk @ Caledonia Fairgrounds
- Brantford’s Canada Day Celebration – July 1 | TBA @ Lion’s Park Steve Brown Sports Complex, Brantford
- Fireworks from the Rooftop – July 1 | 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM @ Joseph Brant Museum, 1240 North Shore Blvd E, Burlington (Ticketed event to view fireworks in Burlington)
Bayfront Park, 200 Harbour Front Drive, Hamilton
July 1, 2026
Free
Join us on July 1, 2026, from 3 pm to 10 pm for a day packed with free programming including live music featuring Texas King and more, delicious food trucks, a ... »
Lions Park, Lynden
July 1, 2026
Admission by Donation
Celebrate Canada Day on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. »
Caledonia Fairgrounds, 151 Caithness St. E., Caledonia
July 1, 2026
Free
The 34th annual celebration will feature a parade, family entertainment, and children's inflatable rides. Stroll the grounds shopping for unique items, and enjoy traditional festival food. In ... »
Lion’s Park Steve Brown Sports Complex, Brantford
July 1, 2026
Free; Non-perishable food donations in support of the Brantford Food Bank are welcomed.
Join us for a day of fun, fireworks, and incredible musical performances at Brantford's Canada Day event on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at Lions Park/Steve Brown Sports Complex. »
Southcote 53 Tap and Grill, 534 Garner Road East, Ancaster
July 1, 2026
289-239-8888
$10 + HST
Come celebrate Canada Day! »
4349 Hamilton Regional Road 56, Hamilton
June 30, 2026
General Admission $15; Kids under 12 are free
Join us at Southbrook Golf & Country Club for an amazing Canada Day Celebration filled with food, music, fun & fireworks! »
Events on Canada Day
Joseph Brant Museum, 1240 North Shore Blvd E, Burlington
July 1, 2026
$45 - $50/person
Spend an evening on Joseph Brant Museum's Rooftop Terrace enjoying food, drinks, live music, and a premier view of Burlington's Canada Day Fireworks! »
HMCS Haida National Historic Site
July 1, 2026
Free
Celebrate Canada Day at HMCS Haida! Explore the legendary Tribal-class destroyer, learn about brave sailors who served abord the ship, and enjoy stunning views of Lake Ontario. »
Lion’s Park Steve Brown Sports Complex, Brantford
July 1, 2026
Free
Get ready, Brantford! Finger Eleven, presented by OLG, takes the main stage at 8:30 pm on July 1st! Known for hits like “Paralyzer” and “One Thing,” this iconic ... »
Binbrook Fairgrounds, 2600 Regional Road 56, Binbrook
July 1, 2026
+1 02897750951
$5
Celebrate Canada Day with an unforgettable day of fun, music, food, shopping, and family entertainment at the beautiful Binbrook Fairgrounds! ✨ Live Multicultural Music 🏰 Kids’ Zone & Bouncy ... »
Dundas Driving Park Bandshell, 71 Cross Street Dundas,
June 30, 2026 To July 28, 2026
Free; Donations appreciated
The Dundas Concert Band will be performing at Dundas Driving Park for five weeks, beginning June 30th in the evening. Bring a chair and enjoy the music ... »
Bernie Arbour Stadium, 1100 Mohawk Rd E, Hamilton
June 30, 2026
$17.39
Join us on Tuesday, June 30 for an Early Canada Day Celebration at Bernie Arbour Stadium as the Hamilton Cardinals take on the London Majors! ⚾ First Pitch: 7:35 PM ... »
Gage Park, Hamilton
June 27, 2026 To July 1, 2026
Free
It's Your Festival is celebrating Canada's 159th birthday in beautiful Gage Park, Hamilton. It's free all weekend to attend this iconic Hamilton festival! »
Lime Ridge Mall, 999 Upper Wentworth St, Hamilton
June 26, 2026 To July 5, 2026
$35 - $65 + booking fees
The Royal Canadian Circus arrives in Hamilton with an all-new 2026 production, a spectacular celebration of wonder, laughter, and togetherness. This year’s show is a vibrant fusion ... »
Events during Canada Day Long Weekend
Check out a variety of food festivals, beautiful parks, waterfalls, museums and heritage sites as well as unique interactive animal experiences this summer in Hamilton. »
With GTA's best conservation areas, farms, and festivals you will be having a summer full of fun in Burlington, Milton, Oakville and Halton Hills! There are extravagant ... »
The Westdale, 1014 King Street West, Hamilton
June 30, 2026
$35
Discover the unparalleled charm and comedy of Bruce Fummey, where humour meets Scottish history and insightful storytelling. »
Various Ontario Waterbodies
June 27, 2026 To July 5, 2026
FREE
Introduce a friend to fishing, go out on your own or join an event. OFFE is a province-wide opportunity for Canadian residents to fish in Ontario licence-free. ... »
Cedars Campground, 1039 Concession Rd 5W,Hamilton
June 26, 2026 To June 28, 2026
Campsite pricing applies
Canada Day Celebrations at Cedars Campground. Friday 9 PM – Community Bonfire9 PM – Karaoke @ THE BARN with Jamie B Saturday 9 PM – Red & White Party @ THE BARN with DJ ... »
Bernie Arbour Stadium, 1100 Mohawk Rd E, Hamilton
June 26, 2026
$17.39
It’s Carnival Night, presented by Cirque du Soleil. Experience the magic with circus-style entertainment, high-energy performances, and fun for fans of all ages throughout the night. ... »
June 26, 2026
$19.32
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music under the stars at Puddicombe Estate! »
The Westdale, 1014 King Street West, Hamilton
June 26, 2026
$42.75 - $47.75
From coast to coast, these songs celebrate the heart and beauty of life north of the 49th parallel. With powerhouse vocals, rich arrangements and a spirit that’... »
Mountsberg Conservation Area (Reservations Required), Milburough Line, Campbellville
June 20, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$149 +HST plus park admission for a maximum of 2 people
Experience having a free-flying hawk fly and land next to you! During this private program, you will join our Raptor Centre staff and one of our trained ... »
Ridge Road Estate Winery, 1205 Ridge Road, Stoney Creek
June 19, 2026 To August 29, 2026
$10 cover
Join us for Sunsets and Vines Music Nights on Friday and Saturday nights throughout the summer! »
Brantwood Farms, 251 Powerline Rd, Brantford
June 15, 2026 To July 5, 2026
Pricing: $4/L or $4.5 with containers
Brantwood Farms offers fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods and more. »
Mountsberg Conservation Area (Reservations Required), Milburough Line, Campbellville
June 13, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$10 +HST per person plus park admission
Join our Raptor Centre staff to meet some of our resident raptors, and learn more about their incredible features plus how we care for them. »
Royal Botanical Gardens, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington
June 13, 2026 To September 26, 2026
Full season: $350 + service fee & HST (Members 10% off)
Join Pamela as she focuses on a blend of movement and stillness, strength and flexibility, breath and awareness. Suitable for all levels. This program takes places outdoors ... »
200 Harbour Front Drive, Hamilton
June 6, 2026 To October 31, 2026
$49.00 Per Person
Prepare to weigh anchor and set sail in a brand-new immersive escape adventure! Tonight’s the night you and your crew plan to steal a ship for ... »
Waterdown Legion Br. 551, 79 Hamilton St. N., Waterdown
May 23, 2026 To October 17, 2026
289-260-6841
Free
Visit the Waterdown Farmers’ Market Saturday mornings in Waterdown Village 8 AM – 1 PM. Located in the front parking lot of the Legion at 79 Hamilton St. N. Shop a ... »
Clovermead Honey Shop & Adventure Farm, 11302 Imperial Road, Aylmer
May 16, 2026 To November 1, 2026
519-773-5503
Season Pass $89.99; Daily Pass TBA
Connect with nature, create lasting memories and build family traditions. Come enjoy the family fun farm with your family! »
African Lion Safari, 1386 Cooper Road, Hamilton
May 2, 2026 To October 11, 2026
519-622-8144
$26.95 - $53.95
Canada's Original Safari Adventure - Get Closer Than You Ever Imagined to lions, giraffe, cheetah, rhinos and over 1,000 other exotic birds and animals! »
Twin Valley Nature Park, 84 Langford Church Rd, Brantford
April 25, 2026 To October 25, 2026
519-752-0607
$12.50 - $24
Brant-Brantford Twin Valley Nature Park is a 25 acre, family-run, wildlife park, home to over 80 species of animals including; Lions, Tigers, Wolves, Birds, Bears, Deer, Alpaca, Primates, and ... »
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#6 – It’s Your Festival
Cost is Free … only cost is parking ($10/car)
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