Canada Day stage on the riverfront
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Whoa Canada! Celebrations

Get ready for a full day of family fun, live entertainment, local food, incredible music, and a spectacular fireworks finale as the community comes together to celebrate Canada Day on the riverfront. 

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Free Admission
Crowd watching the Whoa Canada show

Whoa Canada! Main Stage Concert

The Whoa Canada! Main Stage comes alive with an evening of live music. Event-goers can enjoy performances by a lineup of celebrated Canadian artists, including Run the River, the Chris Belliveau Band, Les Hay Babies, and Half Moon Run. Adding to the excitement, Lisa LeBlanc makes a special appearance, creating an unforgettable Canada Day concert experience.

Family-Friendly Activities & Entertainement

Bring the whole family to the riverfront for a day full of fun and excitement. 

The Kids' PlayZone offers inflatable games, glitter tattoos, and interactive activities. The Riverfront Park Stage hosts engaging performances and interactive entertainment that everyone can enjoy, making it the perfect spot for families to celebrate together.  

Entertainer blowing bubbles at the Canada Day event at Riverfront Park
Child looking at earrings at the artisan village on Downing Street for Canada Day

Artisan Village

The Artisan Village invites visitors to stroll through a marketplace of handmade products, artwork, crafts, and locally created goods. 

It's the perfect opportunity to support talented artisans, discover one-of-a-kind treasures, and connect with the local creative community.

Canada Day Fireworks

The celebration concludes with the Tri-Community Canada Day Fireworks display. 

Watch as the night sky lights up with a dazzling showcase of color and excitement, providing the perfect ending to the day!  

Fireworks on the riverfront
Lisa Leblanc

Canada Day National Evening Show

We’re excited to be part of the Canada Day National Evening Show brought to you by Canadian Heritage!  

Get ready to see Lisa LeBlanc and other amazing Canadian artists light up the stage in a broadcast you can enjoy again and again.

More info about the performance and where to watch it: National evening show — Canada Day 2026

Schedule

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    Kids’ PlayZone featuring inflatable games, glitter tattoos, buskers (new this year), family friendly activities and more!

    Riverfront Park
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    Family-friendly entertainment on the Riverfront Park Stage:

    🍁 Opening prayer and teachings by Knowledge Keeper Joan Milliea
    🍁 Dance Workshops with DansEncorps
    🍁 The Amazing Mr. J the Magician
    🍁 Dance Party with DJ Krysta Jay 

    Riverfront Park Stage
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    Vendors offering a variety of foods

    Riverfront Park
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    Artisan Village

    Downing Street
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    Concert on the Whoa Canada! Main Stage:

    🍁 Run the River
    🍁 Chris Belliveau Band
    🍁 Les Hay Babies
    🍁 Half Moon Run
    🍁 With a special appearance by Lisa LeBlanc!

    Riverfront Parking Lot
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    Tri-Community Canada Day Fireworks 

    Riverfront Park
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    Site plan

    Whoa Canada 2026 Site Plan