Celebrate with friends and family this long weekend by heading East of Edmonton and checking out all the fantastic events these great towns have to offer. Whether you want to get active, enjoy some great food, listen to live music, or all of these above, these events have it all. Don’t forget to stay for the fireworks!
Find all the details listed for a selection of events below.
July 1 Featured Canada Day Events – Northeast of Edmonton
𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙙 𝙇𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙖 𝘿𝙖𝙮 – This July 1st, Kinosoo Beach is the place to be to celebrate Canada Day! A pancake breakfast kicks off the day, followed by a parade full of floats, with the rest of the day filled with fun activities, dance and special performances that all build up to the featured entertainment. End the day with a spectacular Fireworks show that is sure to light up the night sky!
𝘽𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙮𝙫𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙚 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙖 𝘿𝙖𝙮 – Party in the Park
The Canada Day Party in the Park just keeps getting better! It’s got activities happening from afternoon until dusk when the Fireworks will light up the sky! There’s something for everyone this year!
𝙇𝙖𝙘 𝙇𝙖 𝘽𝙞𝙘𝙝𝙚 𝙈𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙖 𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝘾𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 – Enjoy a pancake breakfast, vendors, children’s crafts/games, Pow Wow Dancing and more! Plus visit Beaverhill Shell in Lac La Biche from 12-2 p.m. for their Customer Appreciation BBQ!
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More fun events…
Thorhild Canada Day, Stampede & Demo Derby
Smoky Lake Canada Day Celebration
Glendon Canada Day Celebration
Elk Point Canada Day Celebration
St. Paul Canada Day Celebration – Petting zoo, Vendors market, bouncy house, food truck, magician performances, show & shine with monster truck rides, live music.
| Check out all of the Canada Day posters in our Events Calendar |
July 1 Featured Canada Day Events – East of Edmonton
𝙑𝙚𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙚 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙠 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙖 𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙍𝙪𝙣 – happening at the picturesque Pysanka Park! This event is all about fun, food, and fantastic activities. Indulge your taste buds with mouthwatering delights from vibrant food trucks, bounce around in the bouncy castle, and explore the market place! Keep the kids entertained with exciting games stations, face painting, and more. As the sun sets, get ready to be mesmerized by a breathtaking fireworks display. And of course, no party is complete without music! So grab your friends, put on your running gear for the fun colour run, and join us for a day filled with laughter, joy, and endless memories!
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𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙖 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙖 𝘿𝙖𝙮 𝘾𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙩 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙖𝙙𝙢𝙤𝙤𝙧 𝙇𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙠 – highlights include spectacular daytime entertainment by local performers, interactive stage performances at Kinsmen Leisure Centre, golf specials at Broadmoor Public Golf Course. Plus, don’t miss the Sherwood Park Canada Day Farmers Market!
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Other fun events…
Fort Saskatchewan Market – Canada Day Celebrations
Bruderheim Canada Day Celebrations
Mundare Canada Day Celebrations
Myrnam Canada Day Celebrations
Mannville Canada Day Celebrations
Innisfree Canada Day Celebrations
Kitscoty Canada Day Celebrations
Chipman Canada Day Celebrations
| Check out all of the Canada Day posters in our Events Calendar |
July 1 Featured Events – Southeast of Edmonton
𝘾𝙖𝙢𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝘾𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙈𝙪𝙨𝙚𝙪𝙢 – Celebrate Canada Day 2024 at the Camrose Centennial Museum! This free, family-friendly event has something for everyone. Start your day early with a pancake breakfast hosted by the Camrose Kodiaks at the Community Centre starting at 8 am, followed by the official opening ceremony at 11 am. The Browns Socialhouse afternoon stage will showcase local performers.
Join the Super Dogs as they throw a birthday party for Canada! This fun and furry celebration features an all-Canadian cast, Canadian music, and even some Canadian breeds, sure to have you laughing and cheering for the world’s most amazing dogs.
Test your limits at the Fountain Tire Fit-Set Ninja obstacle course, and see if you can beat the Police Mascot K9 in a race!
The day will conclude with a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the night sky!
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Other fun events…
Tofield Canada Day Celebrations
Wainwright Canada Day Celebrations
Irma Canada Day Celebrations
Alliance Canada Day Celebrations
Forestburg Canada Day Celebrations
Hardisty Canada Day Celebrations
Provost Museum Canada Day Celebration
| Check out all of the Canada Day posters in our Events Calendar |
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Major Events on Canada Day weekend…
Sedgewick Chuckwagon and Chariot Races – June 29-July 1st
Thorhild Stampede and Car show – July 1
Athabasca River Rats Festival – July 1
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Major Events in early July…
Vegreville Pysanka Festival July 5-7
Hairy Hill Rodeo July 5-6
Edgerton Sports Days July 5-7
Lac La Biche Country Fair, Rodeo and Wife Carrying Contest July 12-13
Vegreville Medieval Faire and Artisan Market July 12-14
Lamont Summer Sizzler Rodeo July 13-14
Reynolds Alberta Museum Ultimate Car Show July 13
Antique Week July 13-20
Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Music Fest July 14
Visit the website for the Events Calendar with all the major events happening this Summer!
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