Charlottetown 
Things to on Canada Day in and around Charlottetown
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 Charlottetown.
Official Canada Day Celebrations
Capital City Canada Day
Come celebrate Canada Day from the comfort of your own living room. The City of Charlottetown is inviting islanders to a virtual Canada Day celebration, with all the same family-friendly festivities. Featuring local performers, comedians, chefs, and more, the city has introduced broadcasts guaranteed to keep you and your family entertained.Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 11:00 AM
Online
Free
Canada Day Drumming Virtual Celebration
Enjoy 6-minute simultaneous drumming. Details
Wednesday, JULY 1, 2020 | 3:00 PM
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
Island Voices
Join us for one night of incredible music featuring Inn Echo, Sarah Hagen, Dylan Menzie & KINLEY and Irish Mythen. Details
Tuesday, June 30, 2020 | 8:00 PM
Historic St. Mary’s, Indian River, PE
$42
Drive-in Movie
Enjoy a movie under the stars. Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
Brackley Drive-in Theatre, 3164 Brackley Point Rd RTE15, Brackley Beach, PEI
$10 – $30
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
Canada Day at Hunter’s corner
Canada Day is sneaking up and there’s no better place to spend it than on Hunter’s corner, your live local music destination of the season! Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Charlottetown Beer Garden & Seafood Patio, 190-192 Kent Street, Charlottetown
Free admission
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
- Spend time exploring outdoors
- Go on a day trip
- Enjoy a night of Camping
- Explore PEI
