Kitchener 
Events Description
Celebrate Canada Day at Riverside Park on Wednesday, July 1 with a full day of family-friendly fun. From an early morning fishing derby to an evening fireworks finale, enjoy activities, entertainment and community spirit all day long.
Annual Fishing Derby
7:45 a.m.
Registration opens at 7:45a.m. located at the park, by the river behind the main event grounds and is open to children 16 years of age or younger.
Starts at 8a.m. until 10a.m.
A tradition that has always been a great way to kick off the celebrations
Parade
11 a.m.
The parade begins at the corner of King St. and Bishop St. The parade will travel along King St. towards/ending at Eagle St.
Riverside Park Activities
12 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Join us at Riverside Park for various family fun activities
Main stage schedule and full listing of activities to be updated soon
Updated site map to be updated soon
Fireworks Display
9:45 p.m. or dusk
Don’t miss our annual Canada Day firework display. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and grab a spot in the park to enjoy the show.
Who is it for?
All ages
WHEN & WHERE
Date
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | 8 AM – Dusk
Fishing Derby – 8 a.m.
Canada Day Parade – 11 a.m.
Main event begins – 12 p.m. at Riverside Park
Fireworks – 9:45 p.m.
Venue & Address
Riverside Park, 499 King St W, Cambridge, ON
FREE shuttle service from multiple nearby locations.
Shuttle Bus Locations: Cambridge Centre Mall – Rear Lot at the old SEARS, Fountain Street Soccer Complex lot, Com-Dev Soccer Park.
