Celebrate Canada’s 159th birthday with fun events and activities. Here is a list of fun activities taking place in and around St. Marys & Stratford this long weekend.
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I. Canada Day Celebrations
St. Marys Commemorates Canada Day
Join us in beautiful Cadzow Park as we celebrate our community’s creativity and reflect on what it means to be a Canadian today. Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Parade | 11:00 AM
Cadzow Park, 177 Church St., St. Marys
Free
Canada Day in Stratford
Join us for Stratford’s Ultimate Canada Day celebration. Our festival will feature family-friendly programming, entertainment, and activities in Market Square at City Hall. This year’s parade theme: The Future is Bright in Red & White! Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Events in Market Square | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Parade | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Market Square at City Hall, Stratford
Parade – Lakeside Drive to Rotary Complex
Free
Canada Day Fireworks Celebration
Join us for the Canada Day Fireworks celebration at the SERC Park, near Matilda Street and Oakdale Avenue. Arrive early to secure a good spot and bring a lawn chair or blanket. Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Fireworks | Dusk
SERC Park (near Matilda Street and Oakdale Avenue), Startford
Free
II. Things to do on Canada Day
Avon Trail Tuesday Morning Ramble
Enjoy a 1.5-hour hike along the Avon Trail. Details
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Meet Up Location: Allman Arena, north parking lot off Lakeside Drive at Morenz Drive
II. Things to do During Canada Day Weekend
St. Marys Quarry
Daily, June 26 – September 7, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
St. Marys Quarry, 425 Water Street, St. Marys
$5.00 – $7.50
Super Splash Waterpark
Visitors will be able to climb, jump, swing, bounce and slide their way through the Super Splash inflatable obstacle course at the St. Marys Quarry. Dubbed the “ultimate playground,” this inflatable for ages six and older will include a 14-foot-tall Ice Tower for free climbing and a 12-foot-tall giant slide. Details
Daily | 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Super Splash Waterpark, St. Marys Quarry, 425 Water Street, St. Marys
Evening Splash Pass: $20; Two-hour Splash Pass: $29.50
“Echoes of Elegance: Tracing Timeless Treasures” Tour
An engaging tour exploring the history of the house and its most famous inhabitants, featuring fascinating stories and stunning antique furniture and objects.
June 27 & 29, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
236 Jones Street East, Saint Marys
$25
“An Unexpected Journey! Art of Ideas Gallery and Historical House Tour
Come join us for a tour of this unique Italianate style mansion from the 1870s! Discover the art and the unique artists living here.
Sunday, June 28 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
236 Jones Street East, Saint Marys
$25
St. Marys Farmers Market
The St. Marys Farmers’ Market offers a wide range of locally produced products and fresh foods, the finest meats, produce, cheese, and baked goods, by local farmers and craft products by members of the community.
On June 28th, be sure to fill out a ballot when visiting the market for your chance to win a picnic basket for four filled with items from our vendors!
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
St. Marys Lions Park/Milt Dunnell Field, Water Street N, Downtown St. Marys
Free
Stratford Walking Tour
Go on guided outdoor walking tours that highlight many of the iconic buildings and sites in Stratford’s downtown core. Details
Various dates
downtown Stratford
Varies
Concerts in the Park
Come on out, bring a lawn chair, and support local community bands! Guelph Concert Band will be performing on June 28th. Details
Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Upper Queen’s Park Bandshell, Stratford
Free.
Stratford Farmer’s Market
Shop farm fresh veggies, cheese, meats, baking, flowers, crafts, handmade gifts, and more. Details
Saturday, June 27, 2027| 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Burnside Agriplex, 357 McCarthy Road, Stratford
Free
Stratford Festival
Stratford Festival’s 2026 season features a playbill of classic and new texts that celebrate harmony and examine the forces that enhance it or work against it. With 11 productions to choose from, there is something for everyone – spectacular musicals, thrilling dramas, heartwarming family shows, hilarious comedies, touching romances and exciting world premières. Details
Various dates
Queen Street, Stratford
Varies
Summer Songwriter Series – First Round
The Bunker Performance Lounge & Cafe kicks off its Summer Songwriter Series on Friday, June 26th at 8PM, with an evening of original music from three distinct voices in the Canadian singer-songwriter tradition. Details
Friday, June 26, 2026 | 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
The Bunker Performance Lounge & Cafe, 104 Wellington Street, Stratford
Pay What You Can | Suggested $15
The Bunker Comedy Nights – Jesse Ralph & Jeff Faulkner
The Bunker Comedy Nights returns with two shows in one night featuring stand-up comedians Jesse Ralph and Jeff Faulkner. Whether you’re catching the early show or the late one, you’re in for a night of sharp, laugh-out-loud comedy. Details
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM
The Bunker Performance Lounge & Cafe, 104 Wellington Street, Stratford
$20 (+tax) in advance | $25 (+tax) at the door
Backstage Bash: Diamond Mine + The Bannerman Brothers
Get ready for a rockin’ night of live music, cold drinks, and community vibes at the Stratford Perth Museum’s Outdoor Player’s Backstage. With a food truck on site and a licensed bar to keep the good times flowing, this is the kind of summer evening that’s made for singing along, catching up with friends, and soaking up great music under the open sky.
Headlining the night is Diamond Mine, the powerhouse 7-piece tribute to Blue Rodeo that fans rave about for its energy and spot-on sound. From “Try” to “Lost Together,” they deliver the songs that helped define Canadian music, complete with the harmonies, heart, and musicianship that make it feel like a true Blue Rodeo experience. Details
Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Players Backstage, Stratford Perth Museum (Outside), Stratford
$30 +tax
Bruce Fummey – How Scotland Made The World
Come join us at The Bunker for a special Sunday night of laughs, celebrating all things Scottish! Enjoy an evening with stand-up comedian and storyteller Bruce Fummey, where sharp humour meets Scottish history and big, bold tales.
Bruce is the comedian behind the 250k-subscriber YouTube channel Scotland History Tours. He’s travelling from Perth, Scotland to Perth County, Ontario with a brand-new live show that explores How Scotland Made the World—packed with laughs, quirky observations, and stories you definitely won’t hear in school. Details
Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 8:00 PM
The Bunker Performance Lounge & Cafe, 104 Wellington Street, Stratford
$35 (+tax) in advance
Love Us Most
What’s it really like to be a woman in the theatre? Take a peek into this dressing room as King Lear’s three leading ladies wade through the choppy waters of racism, ageism, and rampant sexism.
Set in the early autumn of 2016, Love Us Most is a biting, satirical look at what it takes for a woman to make it in what seems to remain a man’s world. Details
June 17 – 28, 2026
24 St. Andrew Street, Stratford
$35.88 – $41.25
Art in the Park
Stratford Art In the Park is a Juried show and sale of a diverse selection of contemporary visual arts. Details
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Lakeside Drive, Stratford
Free
The Bunker – Karaoke
Join us every Tuesday night for a musical journey at The Bunker Performance Lounge & Cafe! Hosted by Gemstone Entertainment, our karaoke sessions are your ticket to a night of music, laughter, and unforgettable performances. Grab your friends, unleash your inner rockstar, and make Tuesday the highlight of your week! Details
Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 8:00 PM
The Bunker Performance Lounge & Cafe, 104 Wellington Street, Stratford
$5 Cover; RSVP
The Bunker Open Mic Night
Join us every Wednesday night from 8-11 PM for an authentic celebration of local talent at The Bunker Performance Lounge & Cafe. Our Open Mic nights are at the core of our mission, fostering an environment dedicated to growth, artist development, and a vibrant community of collaborative performers. Details
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | 8:00 PM
The Bunker Performance Lounge & Cafe, 104 Wellington Street, Stratford
IV. More Things to Do:
Summer in Stratford and Perth County
This area beckons with its fresh farm produce, bakery delights and Chocolate Trail, amid natural areas and wonderful facilities to cool off or enjoy the arts. — 25 of the Best Things to Do During Summer in Stratford and Perth County
See a Lavender Farm
Enjoy a calming, meditative walk amongst lavender flowers.
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Hike or Discover Nature Attractions
Explore beautiful and down-to-earth nature areas, parks, conservation areas, trails, and more. Hike the 3.2 kilometre Grand Trunk Trail and 13-kilometre Loop Trail.
- Parks and Trails in St. Mary’s
- Explore the Waterways
- 25 Fabulous Scenic Lookouts to Visit in Ontario
- Top Bicycle Tours to Explore Ontario
- Where to Stargaze in Ontario: Dark Sky Areas and Observatories
Explore Wildwood Conservation Area
Wildwood Conservation Area is open for seasonal & nightly camping and day-use recreational activities! Enjoy boating, picnicking, canoeing, fishing, hiking, or cycling in the natural area. Details
Wildwood Conservation Area, 3995 Line 9, St. Marys
Enjoy Lazy River Floating or Tubing
With the weather turning warm, it’s time to head outside and enjoy the waters. And if you haven’t tried tubing in calm waters, this is the time to do it! Rent tubes and prepare for a day of careless floating! For more information see, 9 Places to Go Lazy River Floating or Tubing in Ontario.
Visit Ontario Parks
Be it to enjoy a walk or just relax in the outdoors, fish, or enjoy boating, provincial parks are great places to spend your time.
- Exploring Ontario Provincial Parks
- 100 Adventures in Ontario Provincial Parks
- Ontario Road Trip: Discover 11 Islands on the Long Sault Parkway
Go Camping
Experience nature and camp outside!
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More Activities to do
- Enjoy fishing – Free Fishing Days in Ontario from June 27 – July 5, 2026
- Go on a self-guided tour