Canada Day is more than just a long weekend—it’s a coast-to-coast celebration of everything we love about this country. From stunning fireworks shows to street festivals, live concerts, food trucks, and family-friendly fun, July 1st is packed with energy, pride, and community spirit.
In this guide, we’re breaking down the best places to catch Canada Day fireworks and festivities in 2025—from major city celebrations to local gems. Plus, we’ll help you skip the parking stress with the best spots to park near each event using the Indigo Neo app.
Whether you’re heading to a waterfront bash or a downtown block party, we’ve got your Canada Day plans (and parking) covered.
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Toronto Canada Day at Harbourfront Centre
Mississauga Canada Day at Celebration Square
Montréal Canada Day at Old Port
Ottawa Canada Day at LeBreton Flats Park
Vancouver Canada Day at Canada Place
Calgary Canada Day at Confluence Historic Site
Edmonton Canada Day at Sir Winston Churchill Square
Halifax Canada Day at the Waterfront
Toronto Canada Day at Harbourfront Centre
Kick off your celebration at Harbourfront Centre with a full day of live performances, Canadian-made vendor markets and family fun. Expect musical sets from Digging Roots, Kellylee Evans, and more—plus comedy, dance, and outdoor food stalls.
Fireworks Viewing:
The main fireworks display lights up over Lake Ontario at Harbourfront Centre around 10:45 PM, best viewed from the waterfront promenade along Queens Quay.
Why Go:
With the skyline and waterfront as your backdrop, everything feels extra special. All-ages friendly and free, it’s perfect for families, friends, or solo adventurers soaking in arts and culture.
What to Expect:
Market browsing, hands-on crafts, open-air concerts, and lakeside lounging.
WHERE TO PARK:
18 York Street
10-minute walk to the venue
This 24/7 underground garage offers 656 parking spaces. EV charging is available.
320 Front Street West
16-minute walk to the venue
This parking location is open 24/7 and offers 590 spaces for convenient, anytime access. EV charging is available on-site. Perfect for a festive downtown stroll to the waterfront.
25 Dockside Drive
19-minute walk to the venue
This 24/7 underground lot offers 80 parking spaces and lets you kick off your Canada Day with lakeside views before heading into the Harbourfront festivities.
Mississauga Canada Day at Celebration Square
From 4 PM to 10:30 PM, Celebration Square transforms into a vibrant party zone with the saugaLIVE stage hosting Canadian acts like Connor Price, Selena Jasmine & Jake Thomson, plus DJ ELEV8. Enjoy 25+ food trucks, family zones with splash parties, storytime, circus performers, and interactive fun.
Fireworks Viewing:
The fireworks finale launches from Celebration Square at 10:00 PM. Arrive early to grab a spot on the plaza or the grass steps overlooking the square.
Why Go:
This is community at its best, energetic, family-focused, and totally free. Local talent, diverse eats, and vibrant entertainment await.
What to Expect:
A danceable twilight atmosphere, lively kids’ activities, and that heart-thumping fireworks finale around 10 PM.
WHERE TO PARK:
4065 Brickstone Mews
6-minute walk to the venue
This 24/7 underground garage offers 114 parking spaces.
4055 Parkside Village Drive
7-minute walk to the venue
This underground parking location is open 24/7 and offers 122 spaces for convenient, anytime access.
3980 Confederation Parkway
8-minute walk to the venue
This 24/7 underground lot offers 175 parking spaces for round-the-clock convenience.
Montréal Canada Day at Old Port
Experience Canada Day at the historic Old Port with a 21-gun salute, citizenship ceremonies, and a massive outdoor party at Quai de l’Horloge. There will be face painting, creative workshops, inflatables, games, street performers, and mini Canada Day cupcakes offered to the public.
Why Go:
Combine historic charm with modern festivities—great for families and anyone who loves atmosphere and unity.
What to Expect:
A festive crowd in red and white, multicultural performances, and a scenic party by the St. Lawrence River.
WHERE TO PARK:
800 Boulevard de Maisonneuve Est
15-minute walk to the Venue
This underground garage is open 24/7 and offers 400 parking spaces. Payment is only available on-site.
445 Rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste
11-minute walk to the Venue
This underground parking location is open 24/7 and offers 100 spaces for convenient, anytime access. EV charging is available, and payment is only available on-site.
87 Rue Saint-Antoine Ouest
17-minute walk to Venue
This 24/7 surface lot offers 50 parking spaces, perfect to take in the downtown excitement while you head to all the Canada Day activities at the Old Port.
Ottawa Canada Day at LeBreton Flats Park
Capitol celebrations begin with the National Noon Ceremony at LeBreton Flats from 12 PM to 1:15 PM featuring renowned Canadian artists. Later enjoy family-friendly activities like rock climbing, AI photo booths, live painting, interactive games, and more until 8 PM. The Evening Program includes headlined national performances from Sarah McLachlan, Tom Cochrane, Blue Rodeo and others.
Fireworks Viewing:
Following the evening concert on-site, fireworks at LeBreton Flats usually launch shortly after the show ends (around 10:00 PM). You’ll have prime views from the park or nearby bridges and hills overlooking the Flats.
Why Go:
It’s Canada’s national birthday bash. Everything’s in one spot—heritage, performers, activities and fireworks—and shared with fellow Canadians.
What to Expect:
Patriotic pride, live music, hands-on zones for kids and adults, and an emotional fireworks moment.
Where to park:
250 City Centre Avenue
10-minute walk to venue
The surface lot is open 24/7 and has 350 parking spaces.
770 Somerset Street West
13-minute walk to venue
The underground parking lot is open 24/7 and offers 89 parking spaces.
52 Bayswater Avenue
17-minute walk to the venue
This 24/7 underground lot offers 20 parking spaces. It’s perfect for avoiding downtown traffic while still staying closeby.
Vancouver Canada Day at Canada Place
Canada Together at Canada Place offers free family activities and performances from 11 AM to 6 PM, including bands like Dear Rouge, John Welsh & Los Valientes. Drumming, Indigenous storytelling, food vendors, crafts and an Indigenous Marketplace complete the lineup.
Fireworks Viewing:
While Vancouver doesn’t host fireworks, nearby cities like Surrey, Abbotsford, Port Coquitlam, and White Rock host official fireworks (starting from 10:00 to 10:30 PM)
Why Go:
With diverse offerings in a stunning waterside setting, this is perfect for culture lovers and families alike.
What to Expect:
Live sets, crafts stalls, kids’ zones, and a community spirit pulsating all day.
Where to park:
999 Canada Place
2-minute walk to the venue
This underground garage is open 24/7 and offers 754 parking spaces. EV charging is available.
1038 Canada Place
7-minute walk to the venue
This parking location is open 24/7 and offers 179 spaces for convenient access. EV charging is available.
1050 West Pender Street
11-minute walk to the venue
This 24/7 underground lot offers 576 parking spaces for round-the-clock convenience. EV charging is available.
Calgary Canada Day at Confluence Historic Site
Calgary offers a rich palette: Prince’s Island Park family fun, Stephen Avenue block party, East Village Street Fair, and the Indigenous Powwow at Confluence Park. Heritage Park hosts a Canada Day High Tea, live concerts, parades, and interactive programming.
Fireworks Viewing:
The grand fireworks display is launched from Stampede Park at 11:00 PM, and the best public vantage point is Scotsman’s Hill at The Confluence Historic Site & Parkland—or anywhere with a clear sightline to Stampede Park
Why Go:
Calgary packs variety—culture, history, recreation and music—with a dynamic, all-inclusive vibe.
What to Expect:
Festival atmosphere, street energy, park tranquility, and a big sky fireworks finale.
Where to park:
510 8 Avenue Southeast
11-minute walk to the venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and offers 65 parking spaces.
1201 10 Avenue Southeast
11-minute walk to the venue
This surface parking location is open 24/7 and offers 15 spaces for convenient access.
525 6 Avenue Southeast
12-minute walk to the venue
This 24/7 surface lot offers 159 parking spaces for round-the-clock convenience.
Edmonton Canada Day at Sir Winston Churchill Square
Downtown Edmonton’s Sir Winston Churchill Square hosts free admission at the Art Gallery of Alberta with special exhibits.
Fireworks Viewing:
Edmonton’s main fireworks show typically happens at nightfall at Queen Elizabeth Park and Hill and can be seen from multiple vantage points downtown, including Riverfront Park near Churchill Square.
Why Go:
Edmonton blends art, theatre, design, and community vibes with a relaxed urban charm.
What to Expect:
Interactive art, drinks and bites, live performances, and a casual, inclusive crowd.
Where to park:
10025 102A Avenue Northwest
3-minute walk to the venue
The underground lot is open 24/7 and has 197 parking spaces. EV charging is available. Payment at this location is available on-site only.
10020 102A Avenue Northwest
3-minute walk to the venue
This surface parking location is open 24/7 and offers 958 spaces for convenient access. EV charging is available.
10200 102 Street Northwest
4-minute walk to the venue
The surface lot is open 24/7 and has 231 parking spaces.
Halifax Canada Day at the Waterfront
KANA’TA: Canada Day starts early and rolls into a fireworks display at 10 PM lasting half an hour. Live entertainment on waterfront stages warms things up.
Fireworks Viewing:
A 30‑minute fireworks show begins at 10:00 PM over the Halifax Harbour. Prime viewing spots include the Halifax waterfront boardwalk, Barrington Street, and aboard the Dartmouth side ferry for magical water reflections .
Why Go:
Bright lights over Halifax Harbour plus community energy equals coastal celebration at its finest.
What to Expect:
Maritime hospitality, music breeze, scenic waterfront gathering, and a breathtaking pyrotechnic show.
Where to park:
5057 Salter Street
1-minute walk to the Venue
This surface lot is open 24/7 and offers 320 parking spaces.
1549 Lower Water Street
2-minute walk to the Venue
This surface parking location is open 24/7 and offers 114 spaces for convenient access.
1475 Lower Water Street
4-minute walk to the Venue
This 24/7 surface lot offers 44 parking spaces for round-the-clock convenience.
Conclusion
Canada Day 2025 Fireworks and Festivities are shaping up to be unforgettable coast-to-coast celebrations, each unique and bursting with community, culture, and that infectious national pride.
Best part? Using the Indigo neo app means parking becomes one less worry, letting you get there early, celebrate fully, and soak up every moment. So pick your perfect city, reserve that spot, and join the fun—happy Canada Day 2025!
Download the Indigo Neo app today to find and reserve parking near your festival venue, and make sure your jazz experience hits every high note.
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