Canada Day Racing Festival

Celebrate Canada Day early with a thrilling afternoon at Woodbine Racetrack on Saturday, June 28! Enjoy free family fun, exciting stakes races, giveaways, live entertainment, and Canadian pride at one of the top racing events of the season.

Free Canadian-themed giveaways:
Canadian flag stickers, mini flags & tattoos
“Made in Canada” T-shirt giveaway for first 1,500 guests (with show bet or email sign-up)

🎤 Live entertainment:
Anthem singer
DJ throughout the day
Live music on small stage between races 1–5 (L3)

🏇 5 major stakes races:
Nassau Stakes (Gr. II)
bet365 Highlander Stakes (Gr. II)
Dominion Day Stakes (Gr. III)
Selene Stakes (Gr. III)
HPIbet Marine Stakes (Gr. III)
Presentation of the Avelino Gomez Memorial Award after Race 1

📸 Onsite experiences:
Meet & Greet ponies in the walking ring (pre-racing)
Canada-themed photo op (Level 2)
Hank the Tank from Red Bull at Gate 10 entrance
Ice Cream Truck
And more

🎟️ Special promotions:
Golden Ticket
Losing Bet Raffle
Best Dressed in Red & White Contest – show your Canadian pride!

Who is it for?

All ages

Tickets : FREE

How to get tickets?

At the door: FREE

Date: Saturday June 28, 2025 | 12 PM to 5 PM

Venue & Address

Woodbine Racetrack, 555 Rexdale Blvd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 5L2

Wheelchair accessible