Calgary
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Canada Day Long Weekend (June 28 to July 1, 2019) in and around Calgary
Celebrate Canada’s 152nd birthday with spectacular fireworks, fun festivals and Canada Day parties taking place in and around Calgary!
Go on a day trip to neighbouring towns/cities and join in on Canada Day celebrations or EXPERIENCE the aqua marine waters of Lake Louise: head to Banff for the Canada Day Polar Bear Dip!
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Canada Day celebrations, events & fireworks happening across Calgary Region:
Calgary; Airdrie; Banff; Canmore; Chestermere; Cochrane; High River; Irricana; Okotoks; other events
Calgary
Calgary Canada Day Fireworks
Set against a breath-taking backdrop of Calgary’s skyline and the setting sun beyond the Canadian Rockies, the 2019 Canada Day Fireworks will hit the horizon with a bang.
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 11:00 PM
Centre Street Bridge, Calgary
You can enjoy the show from any of the viewing locations along the entire Bow River corridor including:
South Bow River pathway between third street S.W. and first street S.W.
Riverfront Avenue
Tom Campbell’s Hill Park
Nose Hill Park
Max Bell Centre
Valleyview Park West Ridge at 26 St. S.E.
See this link for road closures, and parking ban.
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Canada Day Celebrations @ Riverfront Avenue
The Tim Horton’s Canada Day Stage will be pulsing with diverse sounds from Franco-Albertan band Post Script, the folk rock sounds of Edmonton band Captain Tractor, the pop of Calgary-based Ghostkeeper and finally, Steven Page (formerly of Barenaked Ladies) will take to the stage to get you ready for the fireworks.
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 6:30 – 11:00 PM
7 p.m. – Ghostkeeper
8 p.m. – Post Script
9 p.m. – Captain Tractor
10 p.m. – Steven Page
Riverfront Avenue, Harry Hays Building, North Lawn
Between 1 Street and Macleod Trail
Canada Day Celebrations @ Prince’s Island Park
Enjoy Francophone entertainment, Aboriginal Showcase and Powwow, Learn more about our Canadian Armed Forces and Canada’s military history. Explore interactive displays at this exciting addition to Calgary’s Canada Day festivities.
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Powwow & Indigenous Showcase | 11:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Canada Day Eau Claire Market
Enjoy local entertainment, Artisan’s Market, Petting Zoo, Face Painting, free ice cream (while supplies last), and much more! Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Eau Claire Market, 200 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary
Free
Stephen Avenue Canada Day
Join us in Downtown Calgary for a Canadian music experience featuring local artists performing for free right on the avenue. Bring along your family and friends to join us with a fun filled day of art, music and entertainment. Details
Monday, July 1, 2019
Stephen Avenue (8th ave SW), Downtown Calgary
Free
Chinatown Canada Day Celebration
There will be stunning performances from multicultural talents, delicious authentic cuisine and family-friendly activities that will enhance your knowledge of cultural groups from all over the world. Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 11 AM. – 6 PM
China Town & Sien Lok Park, Riverfront Avenue and 1 Street SW
Free
East Village Street Fair
The East Village Street Fair will be alive with music, food and activities for all ages on Canada’s special birthday. Be sure to stop by our hot and happening pop-up shipping container hub. Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Various locations in East Village, Calgary
Free
Canada Day at Calgary’s Central Library
Join us to recognize and celebrate the many stories of Canada. Take part in special storytimes, crafts for all ages, Indigenous games and tipi raising, and even a road hockey game. Enjoy our Canadian Film Festival, musical performances, a tour of the spectacular new Central Library, and receive a poem written just for you – on the spot! Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 05:00 PM
Calgary Public Library, 616 Macleod Tr SE, Calgary
Free
Canada Day Military Showcase
Enjoy military displays and educational activities for all the family. Adults and kids alike can interact with the engineering displays, learn more about Canada’s military history, touch and explore military equipment and meet Canadian Armed Forces members. Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 11:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Riverfront Avenue, Calgary
Free
Century Downs Canada Day Celebration
Live horse racing will start off with a post time of 5:30 p.m. and then country music star Kira Isabella will take the stage in our event tent at 9:00 p.m. End the night with our incredible fireworks display at 10:45 p.m. Details
Sunday, June 30, 2019 | 1:15 PM to 10:45 PM
Fireworks: 10:45 PM
Century Downs Racetrack and Casino, 260 Century Downs Drive, Calgary
Free
Fort Calgary Canada Day
Outside on the grounds, grab a bite from the food trucks’ caravan, take the kids to the Fort Calgary Kids Zone (crafts, games, and artifacts!), meet your neighbourhood champions at the Community Tent Village, get a free temporary tattoo with the Girl Guides of Canada, and see the North West Mounted Police brass band perform live!! Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 11:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Fort Calgary, 750 – 9th Avenue SE, Calgary
Admission by Donation
Canada Day Block Party
MarketSpot YYC & True Rhythm Present 6th Annual Canada Day Block Party!
– Headliner Music & Entertainment Acts Provided by True Rhythm!
– Massive MarketSpot YYC Vendors Market!
– Beer Gardens by Wild Rose Brewery!
– Kids Zone – bigger than ever!
– Indigenous Village – New feature! Market, Performances, Art and More!
– Food Trucks, Performers, Activities and More! Details
Monday, July 1 | 1 PM – 11 PM
Max Bell Centre, 1001 Barlow Trail SE, Calgary
Free
Ultimate Canada Day Celebrations
Start a new summertime tradition by celebrating Canada Day with Southcentre Mall and CRAFT Beer Market! Spend July 1st enjoying the sunshine, a few beverages and a bite to eat at this one-day-only event including a Beer Garden presented CRAFT. Free family-friendly activities will also be available, including a come-and-try-it booth with Breathe Parkour, an archery zone from Strike Combat Archery, beanbag toss games by Cornhole YYC and a special kid’s zone by Trico Centre. Details
Monday July 01, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 6:00PM
Southcentre Mall, 100 Anderson Road SE, Calgary
Free
Canada Day Celebrations By Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamā’at
This Canada Day, celebrate Canada’s multicultural spirit at Celebrate Canada, hosted by Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamā’at (AMJ). This year’s celebrations will include flag hoisting, a children’s performance of our national anthem, free BBQ and refreshments, family activities and games, visits by Calgary emergency services, booths hosted by many community organizations and guided tours of Baitun Nur, one the largest mosques in Canada. Details
Monday July 01, 2019 | 11AM – 2:00PM
Prairie Winds Park, 223 Castleridge Boulevard NE, Calgary
Free
Calaway Park Canada Day
Come celebrate Canada with us! Surprise giveaways all day long!
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 07:00 PM
Calaway Park, 245033 Range Rd. 33, Calgary,
General admission
Heritage Park Canada Day
There’s no better place to celebrate Canada’s 152nd birthday than Heritage Park Historical Village. You’ll enjoy a day packed full of Canadian history and fun – including a FREE pancake breakfast for the first 2,019 guests with paid admission in the park before 10:30am!Step into a moving postcard from 1910 as you cheer on the antique vehicles, wagons, townsfolk and so much more during our Dominion Day parade.Four tiny horses, two mini wagons, one HUGE spectacle! Grab a seat in our rodeo grounds for fast-dash fun as drivers race to the finish line before your eyes.
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 10 AM to 5 PM
Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary
General Admission./ FREE pancake breakfast for the first 2,019 guests with paid admission in the park before 10:30am!
Canada Day at Studio Bell
Celebrate Canada’s birthday – and Studio Bell’s third anniversary – on July 1. Families can enjoy interactive activities and take pride in Canada’s music story through exhibitions and live music across multiple stages including the historic King Eddy. And best of all, admission is free thanks to the support of Bell. Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 |10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Studio Bell, 850 4 Street SE, Calgary
Free
Garden Party on the King Eddy Rooftop
Calgary microbrewery Cold Garden Beverage Company will host a Garden Party on the Rooftop of the King Eddy on July 1 from 2:00 pm to 12:00 am. Hear DJs spinning and get a taste of Cold Garden’s lineup of traditional and more eccentric beers in a garden oasis, created especially for Canada Day. Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
King Edward Hotel, 438 9 Avenue SE, Calgary
No Cover
Canada Day Outdoor Carnival
A free, fun-filled afternoon for families with great activities for adults and kids including huge inflatable bouncers, face painting, a petting zoo, carnival games, Story Land with your favourite characters, toddler play area and more! Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 11:00 AM to 03:00 PM
Springs Church Calgary – 924 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary
$5
Shakespeare by the Bow
Starring a cast of emerging theatre talent, their annual outdoor production is a magnificent way to spend a summer’s evening. Grab a blanket, a picnic, and take in one of Shakespeare’s greatest plays in one of Calgary’s favourite places. Play: A Midsummer Night’s DreamDetails
June 27 – August 18, 2019; No show on Canada Day
Prince’s Island Park
PWYC, suggested $20
Spruce Meadows Pan American
The ‘Pan American’ CSI 5 outdoor tournament will feature riders from throughout North America.. Details
June 25 – 30, 2019
Spruce Meadows, Calgary
Free
Canada Day Cemetery tour
Spend Canada Day afternoon in Union Cemetery to share stories about a part of Canada’s unique history and the Calgarian behind it. Details
Monday July 1, 2019 | 2 PM- 3:30 PM
Burnsland Cemetery – Meet at Galloway House near the Union Cemetery gate at Spiller Rd. & Cemetery Rd. S.E.
Free
Family Fishing Clinic
This 1-hour clinic is perfect for younger kids and a guardian. Together, learn the basics of fishing through hands-on activities in the classroom before practicing your first casts outside at our Trout Pond. Bring a lunch and stay for the day! Details
Friday and Sunday, July & August | 10:00-11:00 AM
Bow Habitat Station
1440 – 17A Street SE, Calgary
$12+tax per person
All Other Events – June 24 to June 30, 2019
- Negroni Week 2019: Campari Canada is taking over Calgary hotspot Proof Cocktail Bar for a week of official Negroni Week activities. June 24 to 30, 2019 @ Proof Cocktail Bar, 1302 1 St SW, Calgary.
- Murder Under the Big Top: Join TALES for a unique storytelling experience and get immersed in an intense world of illusion and intrigue. Wednesday, June 26, 2019 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM @ ShelfLife Books, 1302 – 4 St. SW.
- Enbridge Famous 5 Speaker Series: Geeta Sankappanavar: The Enbridge Famous 5 Speaker Series profiles extraordinarily successful women. June 26, 2019 | 11:30 am to 1:30 pm @ Fairmont Palliser, Crystal Ballroom, Calgary
- Trio Loja – Debut Concert: Trio Loja is an ensemble comprised of three amigos who met making music at the Loja Festival Internacional de Musica in Ecuador. June 27 | Concert from 7:00pm to 8:30pm @ St. David’s United Church, 3303 Capitol Hill Crescent NW, Calgary
- Speed Dating Calgary: Friday, June 28, 2019 | 7:15 check in and 7:30 event start @ Rodney’s Oyster House 355 10 Avenue SW, Calgary
- Calgary Night Market SOUTH: Come join the fun and shop, dance, mingle, eat and eat again… Delicious street foods from food trucks and stalls and of course our live entertainment. June 28 & 29, 2019 | 5 PM – 11 PM @ Behind Carriage House Inn, Calgary
- Legends of Country – Dinner Theatre: The quintessentially rural sound of the American south has roots reaching back as far as the 1920s, having been officially recognized by the US Congress as being “born” in Bristol, Tennessee. June 28 – September 1, 2019 @ Stage West Theatre Restaurants, 727 – 42 Avenue SE
- Pentatonix: The World Tour: Friday, June 28, 2019 | 7:30 PM @ Scotiabank Saddledome
- Women and Girls in Nature event: An event for girls aged 7-14 and the special women in their lives to learn about careers in the nature, environmental, and biology fields from inspiring and knowledgeable women. Saturday, June 29 | 1:00-3:15 PM @ Edworthy Park, 5050 Spruce Drive SW
- Calgary Stampeders vs. BC Lions: Fan Appreciation game, presented by New West Truck Centres. Saturday, June 29, 2019 | 5:00 PM @ McMahon Stadium — 1817 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary
- Stampede Kick-Off at Westbrook Mall: Dust off your boots and get ready to kick-off the Calgary Stampede at Westbrook Mall. Experience an afternoon of fun in the spirit of the wild, wild west with face painting, a vinyl craft hosted by Children’s Wish Foundation, photo booth with a FREE 4 x 6 print and more! June 29, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM @ Westbrook Mall, Centre Court
- Suicide Commando w/ God Module, iVardensphere on Sunday, June 30, 2019 | 8:00 PM @ Dickens
Canada Day Airdrie
Airdrie Canada Day Fireworks
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 10:45 PM
Chinook Winds Park, Airdrie
Canada Day Parade
Come and enjoy the great floats and entertainment at the Canada Day Parade, show your pride. Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Main Street Airdrie.
Free
Airdrie Pro Rodeo
52nd anniversary of the rodeo! Airdrie Pro Rodeo is part of the Wrangler Canadian Rodeo Tour, a high profile, high excitement, talent-driven tour.Details
June 28 – July 1, 2019
Rodeo grounds (6.5 km west of Airdrie on Hwy 567).
Ages 11-17: $15, Under 10: Free
Ages 18-64: $20
Ages 65+: $15
Canada Day Weekend in Banff
Banff Canada Day Celebrations
Fantastic family-friendly events run throughout the day, including the famous parade down Banff Avenue. From bands to balloon animals to birthday cake, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Canada’s Birthday. Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Central park, High School Field, and other locations around Banff Town
Parade: Banff Avenue, from Fox Street to Buffalo Street
Free
Lake Louise Canada Day Celebrations
Join for flag raising ceremony and polar bear dip. Details
Monday, July 1, 2019
Flag Raising Ceremony: 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Polar Bear Dip: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Lake Louise, Banff National Park
Free
Concerts & Theatre
No One’s Safe -A Murder Mystery Opera Event on June 27 to 29, 2019 @ Leighton Artist Studio, Banff
Susan Aglukark & Leela Gilday on Sunday, June 30, 2019 | 6:30 PM @ Shaw Amphitheatre, Banff
Chestermere
Chestermere Canada Day Fireworks
Enjoy spectacular fireworks!
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 10:30 PM / dusk
North side of the Lake, Chestermere
Chestermere Canada Day Celebrations
Join us for a fun filled family celebration! Events start with a pancake breakfast at 9am. Events include Live entertainment, bunny races, wagon rides, dancing & more! Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 09:00 AM – Midnight
John Peake Park, 100 John Morris Way, Chestermere
Free.
Canada Day Canmore
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Monday, July 1, 2019 | 10:30 PM
Millennium Park, 1st Street and 5th Avenue, Canmore
Canmore Canada Day Parade
Monday July 1, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM
The Parade begins Parade starts at the corner of 15th Street and Fairholme Drive. It continues down Fairholme Drive, turns onto Main Street and finishes at the corner of Railway Ave and Main St.
Free
Canmore Canada Day Celebrations
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 1:00 PM – 09:30 PM
Centennial Park, Canmore
Free
Canada Day Barbecue
Celebrate Canada’s big day surrounded by the untouched wilderness of Spray Lakes Provincial Park. Plan a morning or an afternoon hike around a BBQ on the deck with friends and family. Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Mount Engadine Lodge
1 Mount Shark Rd, Canmore
Adults: $25
Children: $15
Canada Day Family Fun Run and Walk
30th Annual Canada Day Family Fun Run and Walk. 10 km, 5 km, 3 km and Kids’ Obstacle Course!
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 09:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Centennial Park, 5th Ave & 5th St., Canmore
Canada Day Cochrane
Cochrane Canada Day Fireworks
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 11:00 PM
Mitford Park, 201 West Rock Road, Cochrane
Free
Cochrane Canada Day
Show your Canadian pride, dress in red and white and bring your family to the Canada Day festivities in Cochrane to commemorate Canada’s 152nd Anniversary. Special features include: , live musical entertainment and outdoor festival at Mitford Park, local talent, face painting, fireworks and more! Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Mitford Park, 201 West Rock Road, Cochrane
Free
Canada Day High River
High River Canada Day Fireworks
Fireworks Glow Party
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 10:45 PM/Dusk
over Emerson Lake, located next to École Joe Clark School (1208 9 Avenue S.E.)
Canada Day Celebrations
Enjoy family fun activities, dancing, live entertainment & more! Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 04:00 PM
George Lane Memorial Park, High River
Free
Canada Day Irricana
1. Irricana Canada Day Fireworks
Enjoy spectacular fireworks!
TBA
Founders Park, 300 1st Street, Irricana
2. Canada Day Celebrations
Enjoy family fun activities, kite flying, egg races, chilli cook-off, jam sessions, live entertainment & more! Details
2019 TBA
Multiple Venues – Main Street, Splash Park, Cemetery Road & Henricks Dr, Irricana
Free & ticketed activities
Okotoks
Canada Day Fireworks
July 1, 2019 | 10:45 PM
Riverside Park, Okotoks
Canada Day Celebration
Multi-cultural Activities & Kid’s arts and crafts, Free Swims & Aquafit Class, and free gym ALL DAY at both ORC and Natural High. Details
July 1, 2019 | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Various Venues, Okotoks
Free
Okotoks Dawgs
vs Regina Red Sox on Friday, June 28, 2019 | 7:05 PM
vs Regina Red Sox on Saturday, June 29, 2019 | 07:05 PM
vs. Weyburn Beavers on Monday, July 1, 2019 | 07:05 PM
Seaman Stadium, 2111 N Railway St, Okotoks
$20
Other Events & Activities
114th Running of the Millarville Races
Bring your family, come out to the Canada Day Millarville Races and enjoy an entertaining day. This century long tradition is filled with activities including Millarville Musical Ride, Ladies Sidesaddle Race, A smaller version of the Millarville Farmers’ Market, Foot Races, Sack Races, Petting Zoo, Mechanical Bull and lots, lots more! Details
Monday, July 1, 2019 | 12:00 PM – 07:00 PM
Millarville Race Track, 306097 192 Street, Millarville
Admission (12+): $10.00
Bar U Ranch National Historic Site Canada Day
Come celebrate Canada’s birthday with cake, flag raising and family fun. Step back in time for an old-fashioned country celebration including live entertainment. Details
Monday July 1, 2019 | 9:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Bar U Ranch National Historic Site, 95 km South of Calgary
Free
112th Running of Millarville Races
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