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Celebrate Canada’s 153rd birthday with fun events and activities.

Though many events and celebrations have moved online, there are still some in-person events and activities that one can participate this Canada Day in Edmonton.

Respect Alberta Health Health orders: Limit on gatherings to 50 people indoors and 200 people outside for community events.

The physical distance of two metres must remain between people from different households, and attendees must follow proper hygiene practices.

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Contents:

Official Canada Day Celebrations

In-Person Events

Virtual Events

Other Things to Do on Canada Day

Official Canada Day Celebrations

City of Edmonton Celebrations

(In-person celebrations & fireworks cancelled.) Official celebrations at Alberta legislature grounds cancelled.

High Level Bridge, Walterdale Bridge, Rossdale Power Plant, Muttart Conservatory and City Hall will be lit red and white.

Regional Canada Day Celebration

Celebrations this year came together through the collaborative efforts of City of Beaumont, Town of Devon, City of Fort Saskatchewan, City of Leduc, City of Spruce Grove, City of St. Albert, Town of Stony Plain and Strathcona County. Gather the household together for the one-time viewing concert series featuring George Canyon, Nuela Charles, Dan Davidson, River Poets and Kym Simon! Details

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 6:00 to 8:00 PM

Online

Free

2020 Canada Day Celebrations – From Ottawa

The Canada Day Daytime Show brings you a virtual tour of the festivities. Join Serena Ryder and Pierre-Yves Lord on a trip to meet talented artists from Yellowknife, Calgary, Winnipeg, Sudbury, Montréal, Québec City and Moncton. Details

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | Whole day

Online

Free

Celebration of Citizenship

The Institute for Canadian Citizenship, the Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and MaRS have partnered to host Canada’s first cross-country virtual citizenship ceremony! The ceremony, taking place on July 1, will be a celebration of Canadian resilience and unity, and an opportunity for all Canadians to come together to celebrate and welcome our newest citizens. Details

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 12:00 PM

Online

Free

Canada Day Fireworks

Edmonton Garrison Fireworks

Fireworks will commence at approximately 1030pm and be visible in the skies all over CFB Edmonton. In order to facilitate social distancing audience members are encouraged to watch the display from their private property in the Residential Housing Units or from a vehicle parked in any of the larger parking lots on base. Several signal fireworks will be launched prior to the main display in order for audience members to finalize their line of sight to the display. Details

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 10:30 PM – 11:15 PM

Edmonton Garrison, Lancaster Park/Online

Free

Virtual Fireworks From Ottawa

The evening show traditionally ends with a large fireworks display over Parliament Hill, but instead, the online version will have the greatest hits montage. Details

Wednesday, July 1 | 10:00 PM

Online

Free

In-person Events

Dine the Ave

Dine the Ave is an event that celebrates local businesses along Alberta Avenue. All participating restaurants are offering a special that costs between $15-$25 for the entire month of July, so come try some tasty eats. There are no tickets necessary, so you can experience Alberta Avenue at your own pace. Details

July 1 to 31, 2020 | Restaurant Hours

Alberta Avenue Restaurants, Edmonton

$15 to $25

Canada Day Food Truck Event

Stop by for some great Food truck eats on your Canada Day outing. Food Trucks: Poutine World, Krzy Bull, Smokehouse BBQ, Royal Treats, Lemon Heaven. Details

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 12 PM – 7 PM

Millwoods Town Centre, 2331 66 Street Northwest

Edmonton

Free

Canada Day Car Cruise

Join for Canada Day Car Cruise. Deck out your vehicle in Canada flags and come join us on July 1st. Details

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 6:30 PM

Fort Edmonton Park to TWOSE, Edmonton

Free

Twilight Picnic Experience at University of Alberta Botanic Garden

This is a picnic experience designed to make beautiful memories for you and a special someone. Thinking of proposing? Is it time to mark a special anniversary, celebrate a friendship, surprise someone you care about, or reconnect on a much-needed date night out? This picnic experience for two includes a gourmet picnic box and exclusive admission to the Garden in the beautiful evening hours. Details

Wednesdays to Sundays, through August 30 2020 | 6 PM to 10 PM

University of Alberta Botanic Garden, Alberta 60, Spruce Grove

$125 for two

Edmonton River Valley 90-Minute Segway Adventure

On this 90-minute Segway tour of Edmonton, Alberta, you will receive in-depth training from a certified Segway trainer. After the training, get ready for the experience of a lifetime as you ride through Edmonton’s world famous river valley. Details

June 22 to October 31, 2020 | Various Start times

9735 Grierson Hill Northwest, Edmonton

$72.24 (offer) to $84.99

Canada Day at Ed’s Bowling

Bring your team to Ed’s with bowling for 6 and a large pizza and pitcher of pop for $60! Details

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 4 PM – 11 PM

Ed’s Bowling, 170 Street Northwest, Edmonton

$60

Canada Day Run

Participants are encouraged to run, walk, or roll. All participants will receive a free Maple Leaf Face Covering. Details

Wednesday, July 1 | Anytime

Where ever you are – location of your choosing

$35 per participant

Community Organised events

There are quite a few community leagues organised events. Stay in your community to limit the spread and avoid crowding.

FYI: Canada Day Celebrations by Boots on the Ground Edmonton; People Standing for People: Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 11 AM – 3 PM @ Alberta Legislature Grounds, 10800 97 Ave NW, Edmonton

Virtual Parties & Events

World premiere of Vivian Fung’s Prayer

The world premiere of JUNO Award-winning Canadian composer Vivian Fung’s Prayer will premiere on CBC Music on Canada Day. Details

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 7:00 AM ET

Online

Free

Canada Day House Party

Canadian DJ Skratch Bastid will host the first ever virtual Canada Day House Party, featuring a diverse, all-Canadian line-up with acts like Sam Roberts Band, Cadence Weapon, Dean Brody, Elijah Woods x Jamie Fine, Tobi and more! The virtual event will be in benefit of the Canadian Mental Health Association. Details

Wednesday July 1, 2020 | 1 PM

Online

Free

Canada Day Science Activities

This Canada Day long weekend marks TELUS World of Science – Edmonton’s 36th birthday, and the science centre is celebrating virtually this year! As is tradition, the science centre will celebrate the big day with a Rocket Launch (weather dependent). Tune in at 11:00 a.m. on July 1 as we broadcast the launch live! You can also take part in a Digital Scavenger Hunt, running July 1 through July 5, to commemorate the 1st anniversary of The Nature Exchange gallery. Details

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 | 11 AM – 12 PM

Online

Free

Romeo & Juliet – Shakespeare by the Bow

It is love at first sight for Romeo and Juliet, two teens from rival families. As their courtship blossoms, one of the greatest love stories of all time unfolds. Watch Shakespeare’s classic story of star-crossed lovers from the comfort of your home, as Alberta’s emerging artists take on this universally accessible love story, and stay true to the heart of the play, while acknowledging the times we find ourselves in. Details

Wednesday, July 1 | 7:00 PM

Online (By Theatre Calgary)

Free

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