Celebrate Canada’s 158th birthday with fun events and activities. Here is a list of fireworks, Canada Day celebrations and long weekend events from June 27 to July 1, 2025.
Credit: Canadian Tourism Commission
I. Official Canada Day Celebrations
Victoria’s Canada Day 2025
Bringing over 60,000 people to Victoria’s Inner Harbour & Legislative Precinct for a full day of musical performances and cultural programming, family activities, an international food village. Headliner: From Delhi 2 Dublin. Details
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Fireworks | 10:20 PM
Inner Harbour & Legislative Precinct, Victoria
Free
Sidney Days & Canada Day
Each year, Sidney kicks off its Canada Day celebrations early with a “Sidney Days” launch on June 30th. This year’s evening event begins at 7:30 p.m. at Beacon Park and includes an opening ceremony, live music from The Heels, and a fireworks show.
On July 1st, community groups come together to create hours of excitement, beginning with a pancake breakfast hosted by the Sidney Lions Club, as well as a Canada Day parade and Family Fun Fair organized by Peninsula Celebrations. Details
June 30 – July 1, 2025
Fireworks on June 30 | 10:15 PM @ Sidney Waterfront
Parade | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM @ Beacon Avenue
Build A Boat Challenge | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM @ Beacon Park
Various Venues, Sidney, BC
The Parade route begins along Resthaven Drive and turns onto Beacon Avenue. It continues to run the length of Beacon Avenue, turning right onto Second Street and ending at Ocean Avenue.
Free
Canada Day at Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Site
There isn’t a better backdrop than Fisgard Lighthouse to celebrate Canada Day.
Join us for a festive day featuring live music, historic weapons demonstrations and a 21-gun salute, the best summer heritage and nature programs, interactive community booths, and grilled and chilled treats. Mark the day with your annual family picture by Canada’s giant flag at Fisgard Lighthouse. Details
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites, 603 Fort Rodd Hill Road
Free admission
Gorge Canada Day Picnic
Fun for the whole family, including the Canada Day Family Parade, Pancake Breakfast, Canada Day Show and Shine car show, Gorge on Art, lots of food trucks, canoe rides on the Gorge, the Canada Day Market, Busker’s corner, Strawberry Tea, and kids’ inflatables and activities. Details
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Family Parade | 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Pancake Breakfast | 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Gorge Waterway, Victoria
Free and ticketed
II. Things to do on Canada Day
Canada Day Drumming
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 11:00 AM
BC Legislature grounds, 501 Belleville St
Free
Sidney Lions Pancake Breakfast
Don’t miss the Sidney Lions’ famous hot pancake breakfast with fried sausages! Details
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Mary Winspear Centre – Courtyard, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney
$8.00/person or $22.00 for family of 4-6.
Canada Day Pancake Breakfast
Celebrate Canada Day at the Huntingdon Manor Hotel and Pendray Inn and Tea House in Victoria’s Inner Harbour with a free Pancake Breakfast, accompanied by activities and music in our scenic gardens overlooking the Harbour. Details
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Huntingdon Manor Hotel & Gatsby Mansion Gardens, 309 Belleville Street
Donations are welcome, with 100% of proceeds going to the Victoria Women’s Transition House, supporting women and children impacted by domestic violence in our community.
Victoria HarbourCats vs. Redmond Dudes
The Victoria HarbourCats will play against the Redmond Dudes at Royal Athletic Park. It’s also our annual Canada Day fireworks celebration! Don’t miss the best little fireworks show in town as we enjoy Canada’s Birthday! Details
Monday, June 30, 2025 | 6:30 PM
Fireworks | Post game
Wilson’s Group Stadium at Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Ave, Victoria
$17 – $42 taxes and fees
Memorial Drag Ball Game
Come out and enjoy a beautiful day with friends and family at this multi-generational picnic in the park. Gather for baseball, community picnic, laughs, and—of course—community! Details
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Victoria West Park off Wilson St
Free
Saturna Island Lamb BBQ
The Saturna Island Canada Day Lamb BBQ is a free public community festival with music, entertainment, fun games, a beer and wine garden, food vendors, and a specially prepared lamb BBQ meal. Details
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Grounds 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Lamb meals will be served from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Winter Cove Park, Gulf Islands National Park Reserve
Entrance is free; $30 Adult Meal Ticket, $15 Children under 12
III. Things to do on Canada Day Weekend
Summer Firework Saturdays at Butchart Gardens
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy our world-class firework show with your friends and family. Each show features original aerial and ground displays designed and choreographed to music, by Jennie Butchart’s great-grandson, Christopher Ross. Details
Saturdays, June 28 – August 30, 2025
Fireworks | Saturday, June 28 | 10:15 PM
Butchart Gardens, 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay
Fireworks are included with your admission to The Gardens.
TD Victoria International JazzFest
The TD Victoria International JazzFest is a ten-day music festival featuring the jazz, blues and world music of local, Canadian, and internationally acclaimed musicians. Details
TD Victoria International JazzFest
June 20 – 29, 2025
Various locations, Victoria
Varies
Canada Day at The 39 Days of July
Come celebrate Canada Day with an evening of music at The 39 Days of July! Details
Friday, June 27, 2025 | 5:00 PM
Charles Hoey Park, 124 Canada Ave, Duncan
Free
Opera Quest: JÉHANNE – World Premiere
JÉHANNE is an operatic exploration of the extraordinary vision quest of the French heroine, Joan of Arc.
Composed by Opera Quest Artistic Director Colin Doroschuk, JÉHANNE will be developed for the stage in creative collaboration with a cast of emerging artists, singers, dancers, and an experienced production team of industry professionals. Details
Friday, June 27, 2025 | 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Alix Goolden Performance Hall – 900 Johnson Street
$35 – $56
Yoga in the Park
Experience the benefits of outdoor yoga this summer at Willows Beach Park. Experienced instructors from both Ajna Yoga and Oak Bay Recreation lead these free all-levels classes. Details
Tuesday, July 1 – August 26, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Willows Beach Park, 2798 Dalhousie St, Oak Bay
Free
Quartet Fest West 2025
Quartet Fest West is one of the finest chamber music programs in North America. Details
Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 1:00 PM
At the sanctuary – St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 924 Douglas St, Victoria
By donation
FOOTLOOSE
One kid. One town. One chance. A spirited city kid moves to a small farming town where he finds himself at odds with the restrictive dancing ban enforced by the local preacher. This lively musical breaks down barriers in a triumph of spirit and freedom. It’s time to kick off your Sunday shoes! To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind. Details
June 26 – August 24, 2025
Chemainus Theatre, 9737 Chemainus Road, Chemainus
$23 – $87
Night Illuminations at Butchart Gardens
At dusk, the Gardens are transformed by Night Illumination. Over 3000 subtle lights turn The Gardens into a magical wonderland, showcasing an artistic display of light and shadow. The Gardens will be open for Night Illumination Wednesday through Sunday. Details
May 30 – September 14, 2025 | Dusk
Wednesday – Sunday admission gates close at 10:00 pm, viewing until 11:00 pm
Monday & Tuesday admission gates close at 5:00 pm, viewing until 6:00 pm
Butchart Gardens, 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay
Regular admission
Victoria Pride Festival
Celebrate the Pride In You! Victoria Pride creates opportunities for visibility, collaboration, ongoing conversations and celebration as we work towards equity for all people of diverse gender and sexual identities. Details
July 1 – 6, 2025
Memorial Drag Ball Game | July 1 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM @ Victoria West Park off Wilson Street
Various locations, Victoria
Free and ticketed events
Groove Kitchen
Groove Kitchen knows how to help you have a good time! We play music that makes you want to shake what the good Lord gave ya, have a few laughs and get that funk out!
This party-hearty crew really delivers the goods – Funk and Latin from classic tunes by Maceo Parker, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and Buena Vista Social Club to hip hop and newer funk from Bruno Mars, Young MC, Will Smith and Nelly. Details
Sunay, June 29, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street, Victoria
$25 plus fees
MusicMusicMusic
Swedish trio MusicMusicMusic was formed in 2003 and has been called one of the most vitalizing music experiences to hit the jazz scene in years. With a passion for experimen¬tation and an ever-present joy in playing, the group skillfully takes on classical jazz compositions as well as original work by the group’s award-winning pianist Fabian Kallerdahl. Details
Friday, June 27, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street, Victoria
$38 plus fees
North Saanich Farm Market
The North Saanich Farm Market is full of community spirit, where the Peninsula’s top food producers display fresh fruits and vegetables, local lamb, beef, and seafood – and some of the most coveted fresh baked breads in the region. Details
Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
10990 West Saanich Rd, North Saanich
Free
Moss Street Farmers Market
Moss Street Market operates year-round, with over 30 local, organic farmers and another 120+ crafters, artisans, bakers, food and drink vendors, cideries, distillers, brewers, vintners, and more. Details
Saturdays | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sir James Douglas School, 401 Moss Street
Free
Summer Entertainment at Butchart Gardens
Take solace and relax in this beautiful garden. You can take in a live performance from our outdoor stage on the Concert Lawn. Nestled amidst lush trees, the stage is the heart of The Gardens in summer, playing host to a variety of talented performers. Details
Wednesday – Saturday nights from June 27 to August 30, 2025
Friday, June 27 | 8:00 PM | Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira
Saturday, June 28 | 7:15 PM | The Chuckleberries
Sunday, June 29 | 8:00 PM | Polky
Freworks | June 28 | 10:15 PM
The Concert Lawn Stage at Butchart Gardens, 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay
Regular admission
Scottish High Tea at The Pendray Tea House
Wednesday to Sunday | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
The Pendray Tea House, 309 Belleville Street, Victoria
$99
Shop at the Victoria Public Market
Shop the local produce and wares from the Victoria Public Market! Shop flowers, decor, food, produce, and more. Details
Mondays – Saturdays | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sundays | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The Hudson, 6-1701 Douglas Street, Victoria
Harbour Ferry Water Ballet
For over 25 years, Victoria Harbour Ferry has been performing a very entertaining 12 minute Water Ballet for tourists and locals around Victoria’s Inner Harbour. The Water Ballet is inspired by a combination of military marching and the RCMP Musical Ride and every year the “dance steps” become more complex. Details
June 29 & July 1, 2025 | 10:45 AM
Inner Harbour– Steamship Terminal, Victoria
Free
The James Bay Community Market
eatures an array of farm-fresh products from local meats to seasonal veggies and fruit, homemade crafts, and much more. Details
Saturdays, May 3 – October 4, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Corner of Menzies and Superior
Free
Enjoy an Afternoon Tea
The Dining Room Restaurant at the Butchart Gardens is open for Afternoon Tea. A maximum of six guests may be seated at a table. On the menu are trifles, scones, savoury sandwiches and delicacies, and house-made sweets. Details
Daily | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM/4:00 PM
Butchart Gardens, 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay
$52.50; Reservations are recommended, reserve online, or please call 250-652-8222
Colwood Music in the Park
Don’t miss Colwood Music in the Park performances on Friday and Saturday evenings from 5:30 to 7:30pm this summer!! Details
Saturday, June 28 | 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM | Back Beat
Royal Bay Commons
Free
Pacific FC vs Vancouver FC
Come by at gates open to be sure you catch all the pre-match and half-time cultural performances on the Starlight Stage. Wear your best Canadian Tuxedo and enjoy a variety of food trucks offering flavours from around the world. Details
Friday, June 27, 2025 | 5:30 PM
Starlight Stadium, 3024 Glen Lake Road, Victoria
Tickets starting at $29.05
Paper Cutout and Shadow Play Workshop
Join artist Jaimie Robson and build a botanically inspired paper sculpture in this hands-on workshop inspired by her temporary installation Uprooted, on view in the Climate Change Gallery starting on June 27th. The session begins with a visit to the installation, followed by a creative workshop where participants will craft their own forest-themed paper artworks. Ages 14+. Details
Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street, Victoria
$75
Detail Beyond Measure: Models from the Maritime Museum of BC’s Collection
Explore a captivating selection from the Maritime Museum of BC’s extensive model collection. These intricately crafted models highlight the rich maritime history of our coast, each telling the story of a vessel and its use on our coast. Details
Ongoing
Daily | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
The Maritime Museum of British Columbia, 744 Humboldt Street, Victoria
Regular admission: $5 – $10
AfriCa Fest Victoria – 12th Edition
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of African and Afro-descendant cultures! The 12th edition of AfriCa Fest Victoria brings together vibrant traditions, creativity, and community spirit. Details
June 26 – 29, 2025
Centennial Square, Victoria
Free
Global Threads: The Art and Fashion of Indian Chintz
Step into a fascinating world of colour and discover how India’s vibrant cottons inspired global fashion trends, transforming everything from t-shirts to floral prints, with Global Threads: The Art and Fashion of Indian Chintz. Featuring 80 objects spanning 10 centuries and 4 continents, this original Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) exhibition showcases India’s painted and printed cottons, revealing their enduring impact on art, science and fashion while uncovering their complicated history of labour and consumption. Details
March 28 – September 28, 2025 | 10 AM – 5 PM
Royal BC Museum, Victoria
Regular admission $8.48 – $29.95; Free admission for children under 17, and 50% off admission for young adults aged 18–24 from June 20 to September 2, 2025
BC CrabFest
The BC CrabFest is a celebration of BC’s coastal culture, featuring an authentic BC Dungeness Crab Boil, starring BC’s irresistible, world-famous seafood, live music, cultural performances, family fun, and educational presentations – all anchored in sustainability, community, and ocean stewardship. Details
Sunday, June 29, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Ship Point, Wharf St, Victoria
$94.03 per bucket
Music in Abkhazi Garden with VCM
Enjoy live music from musicians from the Victoria Conservatory of Music to Abkhazi Garden for a season of live outdoor performances from June 13 to August 15, every Friday from 1–3pm. On June 27th, join us as Max Francis (fiddle) and Tia Greenwood (cello) perform in the garden. Details
Friday, June 27, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (last entrance at 4 PM)
Abkhazi Garden, 1964 Fairfield Road, Victoria
Admission is by donation at the gate.
Detail Beyond Measure: Models from the Maritime Museum of BC’s Collection
Square up on your local tree and forest knowledge in this educational and creative drop-in workshop that teaches participants how to create ink postcard paintings of misty, biodiverse coastal BC forests. Participants paint while learning about these habitats, their connection to marine ecosystems, and the environmental risk factors that threaten them. No experience is necessary. Drop in and start creating! . Details
Sunday, June 29, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
The Maritime Museum of British Columbia, 744 Humboldt Street, Victoria
This program is included in the price of admission and drop-in only, with no registration required.
Greater Victoria Concert Band in Beacon Hill Park
In anticipation of Canada Day, the concert will feature some unique Canadian music and composers as well as other popular tunes. Our Junior Band will be leading off the concert, followed by our Intermediate Band, then our Senior Band. Details
Sunday, June 29, 2025 | 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Cameron Band Shell, Beacon Hill Park, Victoria
V. More Things to Do on Canada Day Weekend
Sidney Seaside Sculpture Walk
The Sidney Seaside Sculpture Walk is a magnificent outdoor art gallery on display for everyone to enjoy along the waterfront walkway between Beacon Park and the ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park. This outdoor collection of sculptures uses the majestic scenery of Mount Baker and the Salish Sea as its backdrop. Many of the pieces are for sale while others are public art, owned or commissioned by the Town of Sidney. Details
Various locations, Sidney
Visit Victoria Area Attractions
Plan a visit to attractions:
- Craigdarroch Castle, 1050 Joan Crescent; Wednesday – Sunday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites, 603 Fort Rodd Hill Rd; Daily | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Victoria Bug Zoo, 631 Courtney Street; Weekdays | 11 AM – 4 PM; Weekends | 10 AM – 4 PM; July 1 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- The Raptors, 1877 Herd Road, Duncan; 250-746-0372; Open Daily | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street; Daily: 10 AM – 5 PM; The museum will close at 5 PM on Saturday, June 28.
- The Maritime Museum of British Columbia, 634 Humboldt Street; Daily | 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Point Ellice House Museum & Gardens, 2616 Pleasant St; Thursday – Sunday | 11:00 AM -5:00 PM
- Miniature World, 649 Humboldt Street; Daily | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM; last admission is at 8:15
- City Centre Park, 1089 Langford Parkway; Open Daily | Hours vary
- Victoria Butterfly Gardens, 1461 Benvenuto Avenue; Monday – Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM; Thursday – Sunday | 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, 9811 Seaport Place; Thursday – Tuesday | 10 AM – 4:30 PM; Closed on Wednesdays; Open on July 1
- Butchart Gardens, 800 Benvenuto Avenue; Monday – Tuesday | 9 AM – 5 PM; Wednesday – Sunday | 9 AM – 10 PM
- BC Forest Discovery Centre, 2892 Drinkwater Rd, Duncan; Thursday – Monday | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Enjoy a Scenic Drive
British Columbia has some of the most scenic vistas in the entire country. With a mixture of ocean, mountains, valleys, lakes, vineyards, waterfalls, orchards, and farmland, the highways and byways of the province will take you past some amazing views. A road trip through the province will allow you to experience a little bit of everything. Details
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Enjoy a Walk at the Abkhazi Garden
Enjoy the lush greenery and views at the Abkhazi Gardens. Have a light snack at the tea house and spend some time relaxing in this intimate garden. Details
Daily | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last entrance at 4 PM)
Abkhazi Garden, 1964 Fairfield Road, Victoria
Admission is by a suggested donation of $10 per person which is designated to TLC’s operation and maintenance of the garden.
Play Wild!
Enjoy zip-lining, log ladders, ziplines, axe throwing, rope swings, and much more at the WildPlay Elements Park. Details
Monday-Friday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wild Play, 15-1767 Island Hwy, Victoria
Go Hiking or Visit Nature Areas
Parks and pathways, Provincial parks and conservation reserves are great places to enjoy some time with nature.
Enjoy a leisurely walk with the family at any of these locations:
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Visit Beacon Hill Park
Beacon Hill is the perfect place to spend some quality time with the family. The park has two playgrounds, a water park, a putting green, a baseball diamond, tennis courts, cricket pitch, lawn bowling, gardens, footpaths, and sports fields for running and playing. Details
Go SUPing
Explore the waterways of Greater Victoria by paddle board. SUP paddleboards are available to rent. Details
Visit Provincial Parks
Provincial Parks are great places to spend your day with nature. They offer many activities for a multi-day adventure that makes the journey worthwhile. Enjoy hiking, biking, canoeing, fishing, birding, wildlife viewing, and more. Details
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