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Things to on Canada Day in and around Burnaby
Celebrate Canada’s 153rd birthday with fun events and activities. Many events and celebrations have moved online. However, there are still a few in-person events in Burnaby.
Official Canada Day Celebrations
#CanadaDayBby
We’re looking forward to Canada Day next week and although it will be a little different we still want to see your Red & White! Show us how you’re celebrating by using #canadadaybby on Instagram for a chance to win one of two $100 Food Burnaby gift cards! Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
At Home
Free
Canada Day Drumming Virtual Celebration
Enjoy 6-minute simultaneous drumming. Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 11:00 AM
Various locations across Canada
Register to participate
2020 Canada Day Celebrations – From Ottawa
The Canada Day Daytime Show brings you a virtual tour of the festivities. Join Serena Ryder and Pierre-Yves Lord on a trip to meet talented artists from Yellowknife, Calgary, Winnipeg, Sudbury, Montréal, Québec City and Moncton. Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | Whole day
Online
Free
Celebration of Citizenship
The Institute for Canadian Citizenship, the Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and MaRS have partnered to host Canada’s first cross-country virtual citizenship ceremony! The ceremony, taking place on July 1, will be a celebration of Canadian resilience and unity, and an opportunity for all Canadians to come together to celebrate and welcome our newest citizens. Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 12:00 PM ET
Online
Free
Canada Day Celebration Kit
As part of National Canada Day festivities, Canadian Heritage in collaboration with partners, has prepared interactive, creative, and educational activities for the whole family. Have fun exploring each activity pack and share your experience using the hashtag #CanadaDay. Details
Anytime
At Home
Free
Canada Day Fireworks
Virtual Fireworks From Ottawa
Wednesday, July 1 | 10:00 PM
Online
Free
In-person Events
A Taste of the PNE: Canada Day Edition
Be a part of our country’s only Canada Day Parade! Join us in wearing red & white and waving maple leaf flags, as *A Taste of the PNE* returns for this patriotic celebration. Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
PNE, East Hastings Street, Vancouver
$10 admission (one per carload) is required
Canada Day Run
Participants are encouraged to run, walk, or roll. All participants will receive a free Maple Leaf Face Covering. Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | Anytime
Where ever you are – location of your choosing
$35 per participant
Virtual Parties & Events
World premiere of Vivian Fung’s Prayer
The world premiere of JUNO Award-winning Canadian composer Vivian Fung’s Prayer will premiere on CBC Music on Canada Day. Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 7:00 AM ET
Online
Free
Virtual Q107 Canada Day Picnic
Celebrate our country’s birthday with free virtual tribute bands paying homage to AC/DC, the Tragically Hip, Journey, and more and virtual fireworks to cap off the night! Grab your favourite drink and Canada Day swag and get ready for a night full of unreal programming…all from the comfort of your own home! Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM ET
Online
Free
Canada Day House Party
Canadian DJ Skratch Bastid will host the first ever virtual Canada Day House Party, featuring a diverse, all-Canadian lineup with acts like Sam Roberts Band, Cadence Weapon, Dean Brody, Elijah Woods x Jamie Fine, Tobi and more! The virtual event will be in benefit of the Canadian Mental Health Association. Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 3:00 PM ET
Online
Free
More Things to Do on Canada Day
- Enjoy a family getaway
- Go on a Scenic Drive
- Explore Nature Parks
- Enjoy a night of Camping
- Have you done these Waterfall Hikes?