Canada Day events in Canada’s Capital Region
Experience Canada Day in the heart of the capital and feel the energy and pride of the country on this special day. Check out the list of events to find out all there is to know about the shows and activities taking place in Canada’s Capital Region on July 1. Use the filters to better refine your search.
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Date | Period | Location | Description | Event title | Date and time | Address | Teaser |
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2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 22:15 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Join us for a relaxed, family-friendly Canada Day celebration on the lawns in front of the Supreme Court of Canada. Enjoy strolling performers, acrobats, musicians, creative workshops, face painting, a chill zone and fun games. Everything you need for fun and unforgettable moments in the nation’s capital. | Canada Day on the lawn in front of the Supreme Court | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 10:15 pm | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J1 | Join us for a family-friendly Canada Day celebration on the lawns in front the Supreme Court of Canada. Fun, creativity, and unforgettable moments await! |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Beading together is medicine. Participants leave with a Medicine Wheel Bracelet and a new way of experiencing life through the Indigenous lens of the Medicine Wheel. | Medicine Wheel Bracelet Making | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Beading together is medicine. |
2025-07-01 | 12:00 - 16:00 | Old Hull | From noon to 4 p.m., guests of all ages can enjoy oversized interactive games, bounce around on inflatable structures, get their faces painted, and dance to the lively beats of our DJ. | Canada Day in Old Hull with the whole family | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Laval Street pedestrian precinct, 35 Laval, Gatineau, Quebec | Starting at noon, Family fun on Canada Day in Old Hull. |
2025-07-01 | 09:30 - 17:30 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | You can make your own personalized bookmark with acrylic paints or crayons. It’s fun for all ages, and you can take a unique and festive souvenir home. | Creative Workshop | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J1 | Get creative and colour a bookmark for Canada Day! |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Step into a majestic Canadian landscape. Our innovative AI-driven photo app will let you become part of the scenery in real time. Download your instant art view of yourself and share it on your personal network. | Live Painting Photobooth | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M3 | Step into a majestic artistic vision of Canada! |
2025-07-01 | 19:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Come and dance to the beats of DJ Miss Shelton. Wave your flag proudly in an electric crowd! | Preshow with DJ Miss Shelton | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Get ready for a fantastic evening! |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 17:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | This 24-foot rock climbing tower offers 4 distinct routes for you to conquer. Are you up for the challenge? | Canada’s Climbing Tower | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M7 | Come and try rock climbing! Whether it’s your first time or a favourite hobby, it’s a great way to move your body! |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Explore Canadian ingenuity through surprising inventions that have shaped history and our daily lives. Participate in a collective work with an Indigenous artist, enjoy interactive games, and mark your roots on our large world maps to celebrate Canada’s cultural richness and diversity. | The Celebrate Canada Space, Loud and Proud! | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Come celebrate the talents, cultures, and innovations that make Canada shine here and around the world! An interactive, creative, and inclusive experience for the whole family! |
2025-07-01 | 16:00 - 16:30 | Parliament Hill | The Canadian Forces (CF) Snowbirds, 431 Air Demonstration Squadron, are a Canadian emblem made up of members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and public service employees within the Department of National Defence. The pilots work as a team to produce a thrilling aerial show for the Canadian public, high above Parliament Hill. Not to be missed! | Snowbirds Aerial Show | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Parliament Hill, Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0A10 | Let yourself be impressed by the aerial show of the Snowbirds! |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Our 360 Video Booth transforms guests into stars, as they are filmed from every angle on a platform, creating energetic and fun slow-motion video clips. The activation includes Canada Day overlays and music for a full Canadian experience. Videos are instantly edited and shared with you, making it perfect for sharing with friends and family. Whether it’s solo or group clips, guests will love the interactive experience and walk away with a video keepsake they’ll want to rewatch and share. Presented by Tim Hortons. | 360 Video Booth at Lebreton Flats Park | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M8 | Step onto our Canada Day-themed 360 platform and capture cinematic slow-motion videos from every angle—an unforgettable experience with instant sharing. |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Step into our stylish photo booth for top-quality, personalized pictures against a Canadian-themed backdrop! This photobooth captures memories in an instant. Don’t forget to take home your printed or digital keepsake! | Boler Photobooth | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M6 | Step into our stylish photo booth for top-quality, personalized pictures against a Canadian-themed backdrop! |
2025-07-01 | 19:30 - 20:30 | Old Hull | In 2021, Naïma Frank burst onto the Quebec music scene, infusing R&B with a fresh perspective. This Montrealer of Haitian descent blends potent rhythms, electronic textures, and jazz-inspired melodies. Her music seamlessly captures both raw vulnerability and feminine power. With her striking voice and profound lyrics, she forges her own unique path, straddling tenderness and intensity. Her captivating stage presence only enhances her allure. She has won many awards and is certainly one of the most promising artists of her generation. | Naïma Frank, a Rising Star of a New Era of R&B | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Laval Street pedestrian precinct, 35 Laval, Gatineau, Quebec | Are you ready for an emotional journey with a voice that captivates your soul, and lyrics that set you free? Naïma Frank is a musical experience that goes straight to the heart. |
2025-07-01 | 14:30 - 15:45 | Elsewhere in the capital | FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE ON JUNE 27 AT NAC.CA. Join us on July 1 at the National Arts Centre (NAC) in downtown Ottawa for a spectacular Canada Day celebration with the NAC Orchestra. This free concert for all ages is the perfect way to experience the rich cultural heritage of Canada through music. Hosted by the talented slam poet and songwriter Yao and conducted by Alexander Shelley, this concert will feature music from the past 100 years by Canadian composers. To end the concert on a high note, you’ll also have the opportunity to hear the powerful Hymn to Freedom, composed by Canadian jazz legend Oscar Peterson. Goosebumps guaranteed! | A Symphony of Canadian Pride: Celebrate Canada Day with the National Arts Centre Orchestra | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 2:30 pm to 3:45 pm | 53 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5K8 | Join us on July 1 in downtown Ottawa for a free Canada Day concert featuring the National Arts Centre Orchestra and special guests. FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE ON JUNE 27 AT NAC.CA |
2025-07-01 | 13:45 - 14:15 | LeBreton Flats Park | Experience the raw energy and spontaneity of a cypher—an improvisational dance circle where performers take turns showcasing their moves in an electrifying atmosphere, right in the heart of the crowd. Led by a team of seven dancers from diverse styles, including standout talents from crews like BAD, KIDZ, and LTC, this performance brings the excitement of a true street show to the centre of the event. Following the cypher, join a dance and fitness workshop open to all ages and skill levels. Designed as a dynamic workout, it combines hip-hop dance moves with cardio exercises for a fun, high-energy experience. Presented by Tim Hortons. | Cypher and Cardio Hip-Hop on the Dance Floor | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 1:45 pm to 2:15 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Feel the Beat, Join the Movement! Get swept up in the raw energy of a live dance cypher and Cardio Hip-Hop. |
2025-07-01 | 16:30 - 17:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Experience the raw energy and spontaneity of a cypher—an improvisational dance circle where performers take turns showcasing their moves in an electrifying atmosphere, right in the heart of the crowd. Led by a team of seven dancers from diverse styles, including standout talents from crews like BAD, KIDZ, and LTC, this performance brings the excitement of a true street show to the centre of the event. Following the cypher, join a dance and fitness workshop open to all ages and skill levels. Designed as a dynamic workout, it combines hip-hop dance moves with cardio exercises for a fun, high-energy experience. Presented by Tim Hortons. | Cypher and Cardio Hip-Hop on the Dance Floor | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Feel the Beat, Join the Movement! Get swept up in the raw energy of a live dance cypher and Cardio Hip-Hop. |
2025-07-01 | 00:00 - 23:45 | Elsewhere in the capital | Explore OohFest! Don’t miss a live art battle and mural painting by the internationally renowned Secret Walls collective, and bring the family to enjoy the dedicated Kids’ Zone on ByWard Market Square. Shop, dine, and experience non-stop entertainment in the ByWard Market District this Canada Day weekend. | Canada Day in ByWard Market | Tuesday, July 1, 2025, all day | 55 Byward Market Square, Ottawa, ON K1N 1K1 | Celebrate Canada Day in the heart of Ottawa! Enjoy live music all weekend long, presented by the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC), plus performances and sets by DJ Mace on stage. |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Sip on a complimentary beverage while charging up your phone and enjoying the unique 360 Video Booth experience! Fun times guaranteed. Presented by Tim Hortons. | Tim Hortons Summer Chill Zone | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Sip on a complimentary beverage while charging up your phone. |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 19:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Come feel the power of Canada's favourite natural energy drink. Snap a photo and enter to win a year’s supply of GURU. Presented by GURU. | GURU ENERGY | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Come feel the power of Canada's favourite natural energy drink. |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 17:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Join Ojibwe/settler-mixed muralist Stephanie Babij for a fun, community-engaged mural activity happening throughout the day! No artistic experience is needed—just drop in and help bring the mural to life using a paint-by-numbers, colouring book-style approach. Everyone is welcome to contribute and be part of this collaborative art experience! | Community-Engaged Mural Painting | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M2 | Join Ojibwe/settler-mixed muralist Stephanie Babij for a fun, community-engaged mural activity happening throughout the day! |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 17:00 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | This year marks the 150th anniversary of Canada’s highest court. The team at the Court looks forward to showing you its heritage building and special exhibit tracing the early history of the Supreme Court. You will learn about the architecture of the building, the Canadian judicial system and how the Supreme Court of Canada deals with important legal issues. Bring your family and friends and visit the Court at 301 Wellington St. in downtown Ottawa, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., for a free guided tour. | Supreme Court of Canada Visit | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J1 | This year marks the Supreme Court of Canada’s 150th anniversary! Visit us to learn about Canada’s highest court. |
2025-07-01 | 14:00 - 14:30 | Old Hull | Get ready to be captivated in the heart of Old Hull! Witness the mesmerizing art of hoop dancing, rhythm, and tradition. Through intricate movements and dazzling hoops, this performance celebrates Indigenous culture in a powerful, visually stunning way. Don’t miss this unforgettable cultural experience! By Anicinape/Algonquin artist Makhena Rankin-Guérin | Hoop Dancer Performance in the Old Hull | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm | Laval Street pedestrian precinct, 35 Laval, Gatineau, Quebec | Hoop Dance Performance in Old Hull by Makhena Rankin-Guérin |
2025-07-01 | 10:45 - 11:15 | LeBreton Flats Park | With over 24 million followers on social media, Enola Bédard is poised to ignite the dance floor with her electrifying performances. Known for her boundless energy and creative choreography, she celebrates dance through a vibrant mix of original creations and nods to Canadian artists. Presented by Tim Hortons. | Enola Bédard On the Dance Floor | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 10:45 am to 11:15 am | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Enola Bédard sets the stage on fire! With 24 million followers, she electrifies audiences with her original creations and tributes to Canada. |
2025-07-01 | 15:45 - 16:15 | LeBreton Flats Park | With over 24 million followers on social media, Enola Bédard is poised to ignite the dance floor with her electrifying performances. Known for her boundless energy and creative choreography, she celebrates dance through a vibrant mix of original creations and nods to Canadian artists. Presented by Tim Hortons. | Enola Bédard On the Dance Floor | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 3:45 pm to 4:15 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Enola Bédard sets the stage on fire! With 24 million followers, she electrifies audiences with her original creations and tributes to Canada. |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Customize your own bandana! Get your face painted! Have your hair braided! All available in our makeover stations. | Makeover Studio | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M3 | Let yourself be treated to a makeover! |
2025-07-01 | 20:45 - 21:45 | Old Hull | P’tit Belliveau will delight us by hitting the stage! It’s the full-time project of pop experimentalist and prime Acadian alien Jonah Guimond, who’s already released three celebrated albums featuring generational anthems like “Income Tax” and “J’aimerais d’avoir un John Deere.” A one-man band on record but always accompanied by his crew on stage, he sticks to the simple yet essential credo of fun and “bigger, better, stronger,” delivering rock-infused, high-energy versions of his party-friendly tracks with “more boom, more pow,” spiced up with a few well-known covers. Come see for yourself—you’ll likely leave as part of the P’tit Bellivers horde! | P’tit Béliveau in the Old Hull | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 8:45 pm to 9:45 pm | Laval Street pedestrian precinct, 35 Laval, Gatineau, Quebec | P’tit Belliveau hits the stage with his unique world! |
2025-07-01 | 13:30 - 16:30 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Experience the thrill of Art Battle Canada! Watch top artists create masterpieces live in a few minutes. You decide the winner in this high-energy painting tournament that celebrates creativity, courage, and community! With 2,000+ events in 20 countries since 2001, Art Battle is the world’s leading live painting competition. | Live Painting Tournament—Art Battle Canada | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J5 | Experience the high energy of Art Battle Canada—be there, cheer loud, and cast your vote! |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Celebrate Canada’s favourite sports, hockey, soccer, or baseball with our custom Sport Trading Card Photobooth. Guests pose in front of a themed backdrop and within moments receive a printed trading card with their photo, name, and custom design. Cards can be personalized and branded, making them a standout keepsake. It’s fun, nostalgic, and incredibly shareable. Perfect for both sport fans and those just looking to take home a cool Canada Day memento. This activation is always a crowd favourite and brings out everyone’s playful side. | Collection Sport Card | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M5 | Guests strike their best pose and become the star of their very own Canada Day trading card—printed and ready to take home. |
2025-07-01 | 10:00 - 10:45 | Parliament Hill | The Changing of the Guard ceremony is back on Parliament Hill. This military ritual is a symbolic transfer of authority, as one guard unit is relieved by another. Take this opportunity to witness the ceremony and listen to the music of the ceremonial guard, which blends solemn and traditional melodies. | The Changing of the Guard Ceremony | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 10:00 am to 10:45 am | Parliament Hill, Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0A14 | Tradition takes centre stage! |
2025-07-01 | 14:45 - 15:45 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Live Canada Day to the fullest with a dynamic outdoor yoga session on the lawn in front of the Supreme Court of Canada. All levels welcome. Bring your mat and enjoy an energizing moment outdoors. | Om Canada! Dynamic Yoga | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 2:45 pm to 3:45 pm | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J2 | Inhale, exhale, and start your day in a mindful way! |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 17:00 | Parliament Hill | Our 360 Video Booth transforms guests into stars, as they are filmed from every angle on a platform, creating energetic and fun slow-motion video clips. The activation includes Canada Day overlays and music for a full Canadian experience. Videos are instantly edited and shared with you, making it perfect for sharing with friends and family. Whether it’s solo or group clips, guests will love the interactive experience and walk away with a video keepsake they’ll want to rewatch and share. | 360 Video Booth at Parliament Hill | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | Parliament Hill, Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0A10 | Step onto our Canada Day-themed 360 platform and capture cinematic slow-motion videos from every angle—an unforgettable experience with instant sharing. |
2025-07-01 | 10:15 - 10:45 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Join our family-friendly djembe workshop and dive into the joy of collective drumming! Guided by passionate facilitators, participants of all ages will explore rhythm and connection in a fun, interactive atmosphere. No experience needed—just bring your energy and join the beat! | Djembe Rhythm Adventure | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 10:15 am to 10:45 am | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J3 | Grab a drum, follow the rhythm and get the party going! |
2025-07-01 | 11:00 - 11:30 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Join our family-friendly djembe workshop and dive into the joy of collective drumming! Guided by passionate facilitators, participants of all ages will explore rhythm and connection in a fun, interactive atmosphere. No experience needed—just bring your energy and join the beat! | Djembe Rhythm Adventure | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 11:00 am to 11:30 am | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J3 | Grab a drum, follow the rhythm and get the party going! |
2025-07-01 | 11:30 - 12:00 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Join our family-friendly djembe workshop and dive into the joy of collective drumming! Guided by passionate facilitators, participants of all ages will explore rhythm and connection in a fun, interactive atmosphere. No experience needed—just bring your energy and join the beat! | Djembe Rhythm Adventure | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 11:30 am to 12:00 pm | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J3 | Grab a drum, follow the rhythm and get the party going! |
2025-07-01 | 09:30 - 17:30 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Want to discover the joys of camping? This fun, family-friendly workshop will teach you the basics: how to set up a tent, build a safe fire, pack a backpack, and what essentials to bring. It’s an ideal activity for all ages, perfect for preparing for an outdoor adventure! | Introductory Camping Workshop | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J1 | Learn the basics of camping: an adventure for everyone! |
2025-07-01 | 22:00 - 22:30 | LeBreton Flats Park | Starting at 10 p.m., let the Tim Hortons fireworks amaze you! This colourful display will be visible from many locations in Canada’s Capital Region. | Tim Hortons Canada Day Fireworks | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 10:00 pm to 10:30 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M6 | Don’t miss the majestic fireworks display |
2025-07-01 | 22:15 - 23:30 | Old Hull | To close the evening in style, The Strumbellas will join the celebration! Formed in 2008 and releasing their first album, My Father and the Hunter, in 2012, this alt-country band has consistently released high-energy albums, including We Still Move on Dance Floors (2013), Hope (2016), and Rattlesnake (2019). Their music has won them two Juno Awards and the loyalty of their fans. Their brand-new album, Part Time Believer, released this past February, marks their grand return with a refreshed sound. | The Strumbellas Hits the Stage in the Old Hull | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 10:15 pm to 11:30 pm | Laval Street pedestrian precinct, 35 Laval, Gatineau, Quebec | Get ready for an unforgettable finale as The Strumbellas takes the stage with their electrifying blend of alternative country! |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 17:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | What if the bubbles were as big as you? Come play with giant bubbles! | Giant Bubbles Workshop | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M5 | Bubbles are a whole lot of fun! |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | With just one photo, our AI Photobooth uses cutting-edge technology to reimagine visitors as fun Canadian-themed characters. The results are creative and on-theme to show you being proud to be Canadian. Guests receive their AI images instantly via digital sharing. It’s a unique blend of art, tech, and national pride that sparks joy and conversation. This is a modern take on photo activations. It will be a hit with all ages. | Canadian Character Photobooth Transformation | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M4 | Transform into your very own Canadian-themed characters. Your AI results will be shared instantly with you, perfect for showing how proudly Canadian you are. |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 10:00 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Start your Canada Day with peace and balance! Join us at 9 a.m. for an energizing outdoor yoga session on the lawn in front of the Supreme Court of Canada. All levels welcome—just bring your mat and enjoy the flow under the open sky. | Om Canada! Gentle Yoga | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J2 | Inhale, exhale, and start your day in a mindful way! |
2025-07-01 | 12:00 - 13:30 | LeBreton Flats Park | Be at the LeBreton Flats Park for the Canada Day National Noon Ceremony or watch it on CBC and Radio-Canada. | Canada Day National Noon Ceremony | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M7 | Don’t miss the Canada Day Noon Ceremony! |
2025-07-01 | 10:00 - 10:30 | LeBreton Flats Park | Join a dance workshop and learn a dynamic hip-hop style choreography in a relaxed and festive atmosphere. Each session will conclude with an exclusive performance by the Bégin Sisters. A unique opportunity to dance along with them and share their passion for movement! Presented by Tim Hortons. | Dance with the Bégin Sisters on the Dance Floor | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 10:00 am to 10:30 am | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Come dance with the Bégin Sisters at an exclusive Canada Day workshop! |
2025-07-01 | 14:45 - 15:15 | LeBreton Flats Park | Join a dance workshop and learn a dynamic hip-hop style choreography in a relaxed and festive atmosphere. Each session will conclude with an exclusive performance by the Bégin Sisters. A unique opportunity to dance along with them and share their passion for movement! Presented by Tim Hortons. | Dance with the Bégin Sisters on the Dance Floor | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 2:45 pm to 3:15 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Come dance with the Bégin Sisters at an exclusive Canada Day workshop! |
2025-07-01 | 09:30 - 17:30 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Whether you’re young or young at heart, this makeup station is an ideal spot to showcase your patriotic spirit with vibrant hues! | Makeup Station | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J1 | Makeup station catering to youthful spirits of all ages! |
2025-07-01 | 12:00 - 22:15 | Parliament Hill, In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Soak up the Canada Day spirit with us in front of the big screen. Enjoy an entire day of festive programming: the national noon show, a 5–7 short film screening, and the national evening show, starting at 8 p.m. | Experience the Celebration in Full View | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 10:15 pm | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J1 | Soak in the spirit of Canada Day with a front-row seat to the celebrations on the big screen. |
2025-07-01 | 17:00 - 19:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Join us in a bucolic atmosphere to enjoy a screening program of short films selected by Regard, the International Short Film Festival, in Saguenay. From 5 p.m., immerse yourself in a captivating selection of Canadian works. Explore rich and varied themes, powerful stories belonging to documentary, fiction and animation. Whether you are a movie buff or simply looking for an entertaining family evening, this special screening is the ideal event to celebrate our culture and creativity. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to discover the best of Canadian short film cinema. | Outdoor screening of short films | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M8 | From 5 p.m., attend the screening of short films from a captivating Canadian selection. |
2025-07-01 | 20:00 - 22:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Live from Canada’s capital, and broadcast on CBC and Radio-Canada from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. (ET), the Canada Day National Evening Show will feature incredible artists representing our identity, our connections, and our shared culture. The two-hour show will travel from Ottawa to Summerside on Prince-Edward Island, Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories and Vancouver, British Columbia. Hosted by Isabelle Racicot, this will be a chance to gather and celebrate Canada: Loud and proud! | Canada Day National Evening show—Celebrating Canada, Loud and Proud! | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M8 | From 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. (ET), a variety of iconic and emerging artists will share the stage! |
2025-07-01 | 14:00 - 14:30 | Parliament Hill | The Royal Canadian Air Force Pipes and Drums (RCAFPD) perform throughout the world, representing the Canadian Armed Forces and the citizens of Canada. They provide musical support for a wide array of domestic and international events, including government ceremonies, military parades, and international commemorations. This year, the RCAFPD is performing with their highland dancers! Join us on Parliament Hill to celebrate Canada Day in a festive and traditional way! | The Royal Canadian Air Force Pipes & Drums | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm | Parliament Hill, Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0A13 | Join us on Parliament Hill for a performance by the Royal Canadian Air Force Pipes and Drums! |
2025-07-01 | 15:30 - 16:00 | Parliament Hill | The Royal Canadian Air Force Pipes and Drums (RCAFPD) perform throughout the world, representing the Canadian Armed Forces and the citizens of Canada. They provide musical support for a wide array of domestic and international events, including government ceremonies, military parades, and international commemorations. This year, the RCAFPD is performing with their highland dancers! Join us on Parliament Hill to celebrate Canada Day in a festive and traditional way! | The Royal Canadian Air Force Pipes & Drums | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm | Parliament Hill, Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0A14 | Join us on Parliament Hill for a performance by the Royal Canadian Air Force Pipes and Drums! |
2025-07-01 | 13:30 - 14:30 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Move, groove and spin! Join us for a fun-filled group hula hoop workshop for all ages, led by energetic facilitators. Whether you’re a beginner or a hoop pro, come celebrate Canada Day with rhythm, laughter and movement! | The Great Canada Day Hoop Jam | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J4 | Grab a hoop, join the circle, and let’s take a spin together! |
2025-07-01 | 09:30 - 17:30 | In front of the Supreme Court of Canada | Make your way to the Parks Canada tent, where they will be offering airbrush tattoos during the event, and treat yourself to a cool temporary tattoo! | Get Your Party Tattoo! | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm | 301 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0J2 | Amazing tattoos await you! |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Loop is an interactive workshop on the practice of DJing, involving the general public. It will be hosted by DJ Kleancut, who will reveal thrilling anecdotes from his impressive career along with his DJing techniques. It sure will convey his passion and light a spark in the eyes of all participants! This immersion in the world of DJing will also allow them to use a DJ’s equipment and concretely understand how it all works. | The Loop | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M2 | Learn the art of DJing with the Loop, an immersive workshop. |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 20:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Celebrate Canada Day by having your photo taken in this special Canadian static swing. Known colloquially as the maple leaf flag, the national flag was created to redefine Canada as an independent and unified country. The maple leaf is one of the most recognizable symbols of Canada. It has been used to represent Canadian identity since the 19th century. In 2025, we will celebrate 60 years since the adoption of Canada’s national flag. From coast to coast to coast, the national flag flies, giving Canadians the opportunity to reflect on the values for which we, as a country, continue to strive: democracy, inclusion and equity. | Flag Day Photo Opportunity | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Celebrate Canada Day by having your photo taken in this special Canadian swing. |
2025-07-01 | 00:00 - 23:45 | Parliament Hill | To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the beaver as a Canadian emblem, five artists were invited to each create an original work of art of a beaver, which will then be reproduced in a giant inflatable structure. An imposing urban art installation in front of Parliament, not to be missed! | Urban Art—The Inflatable Beavers | Tuesday, July 1, 2025, all day | Parliament Hill, Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1A 0A14 | Five giant inflatable artworks representing beavers in front of Parliament. |
2025-07-01 | 09:00 - 19:00 | LeBreton Flats Park | Visit the Giant Tiger Pop-Up Shop for a selection of snacks and accessories to help you celebrate in style, all at Giant Tiger's low prices. Proudly serving more than 260 communities across the country, Giant Tiger is where low prices, amazing finds, and community support come together to be Canada’s place to save more money. | Giant Tiger Pop-up Shop | Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm | 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, ON K1A 0M1 | Giant Tiger is proud to partner with Canada Day as an official sponsor. |
Highlights

National noon ceremony
Kick off national celebrations with a colorful ceremony that highlights our country's diversity.

National evening show
Whether you're a fan of rock, pop, hip-hop or folk, get ready to sing and dance during this unforgettable musical performance.

The Tim Hortons Canada Day Fireworks
Find the best vantage points to watch the Tim Hortons Canada Day Fireworks light up the sky over Ottawa-Gatineau.

Celebration kit
- Download digital and visual promotional tools to share your Canadian pride and show your colours!

Playlist
- Tap into the spirit of Canada Day with the official playlist.
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