Fun Things To Do on the Long Weekend
When is Canada Day 2023?
Canada Day in 2023 is on Saturday July 1. Making it a Canada Day Long Weekend.
Canada Day in Ontario has so many events there is definitely something fun for everyone ‘to do’.
Best Things To Do Canada Weekend
Check out these featured events and activities happening on Canada Day weekend in Ontario. If you’re still looking for more suggestions, you can find them here. Not all events and activities celebrate Canada but are things you can do to enjoy the beautiful province of Ontario on the long weekend.
June is National Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Canada. Should you wish to celebrate Indigenous culture, please check out things to do here.
Where To Find Canada Day Fireworks
Please note that due to poor air quality from forest fires, some fireworks displays may be cancelled. Definitely check before heading out.
You can learn about cancellation on CTV New’s website here.
It is not recommended to have your own fireworks or sparklers this year.
Midland Canada Day Festival 2023
Saturday, July 1st 10:30am – 4:00pm. Activities in Little Lake Park in Midland. Fireworks at dusk in Penetanguishene.
Canada Day Weekend at Blue Mountain Village
Celebrating our home and native land with live music, roaming entertainment, fireworks and more. There will fireworks over the mountain at 10:15 pm.
Canada Day Party at Friday Harbour Resort
Celebrate Canada Day at Friday Harbour with fun for the whole family. Celebrate Canada’s birthday in style with fun activities, delicious food, and live entertainment. Bring your friends and family for a perfect day by the waterfront. Plus, you won’t want to miss the spectacular fireworks display lighting up the night sky at 10pm on July 1.
Fireworks & Niagara Falls Illumination
On July 1st Niagara Falls will be celebrating Canada Day with a fireworks show at 10:00pm. Also from 10:00 pm to 10:15 pm the falls will be illuminated in Red & White to celebrate Canada Day. Please not that the fireworks displays are suspended on other days due to the forest fires.
Canada Day at Parliament Hill, Ottawa
This epic celebration features a variety of free programming at official sites in Ottawa and Gatineau, including interactive activities, appearances by dignitaries and special guests, live performances by top and emerging Canadian musicians, and an impressive fireworks show (weather permitting).
Fireworks at Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto
2023 CANCELLED. However, Canada’s most populous city will be launching fireworks at 10 p.m. from Ashbridges Bay Park, Centennial Park, Milliken Park and Stan Wadlow Park.
Fireworks in Muskoka
There will be no Canada Day fireworks in Bracebridge or Huntsville due to a municipal fire ban that remains in place for all of Muskoka region. Instead, those communities will mark the day with other activities on Manitoba Street and at Muskoka Heritage Place respectively.
Fireworks in Barrie
Fireworks show over Kempenfelt Bay, visible from multiple vantage points along the waterfront. Barrie Transit is offering additional trips from the Downtown Terminal after the fireworks on July 1.
Other Things To Do Canada Day Weekend
Rounds Ranch Kick-Off
Start your summer off on the right foot and join Rounds Ranch as they celebrate 21 years of fun with the Rounds Ranch Kick Off.
Live Music at Rawley Resort
Get ready celebrate the spirit of Canada with the amazing live music duo Chris+Donna.
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Canada Day Holiday Weekend
Celebrate Canada Day in Muskoka at Deerhurst Resort
For Stays Friday June 30 – Sunday July 2, 2023
This year, Canada Day marks our nation’s 156th birthday and the start of the 127th summer at Deerhurst Resort, one of Muskoka’s most endearing family vacation destinations.
Included with your Canada Day Weekend stay:
- Fireworks Show – Saturday, July 1st
- Canada Day Guest Parade to the Lake – Saturday 1:30pm
- Cake In The Lake – Wade out to our giant birthday cake to get a slice – Saturday 2pm
- Deerhurst Adventures Passport – Daily
- Dara Howell’s Outdoor Fitness Class – Saturday 9:30am
- Arts & Crafts – create a flag to fly in the guest parade! -Saturday 11am
- Early Morning Guided Paddle– Saturday & Sunday 8am
- Wildlife Pond Excursion – Saturday 5pm
- Blooket Trivia Game – Friday & Sunday 7pm
- Bingo – Saturday 7pm
- Charlie’s Colouring Contest – Friday & Saturday (winners announced daily at 4pm)
- Access to pools, canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, beach, disc golf, foot golf, tennis and pickleball, beach volleyball, basketball hoop and complimentary green fee at Deerhurst Lakeside golf course after 1pm (cart extra). These activities are all provided with an additional nightly resort fee along with a host of other benefits for everyone in your room.
There are also lots of other amazing activities the whole family will love at additional cost: Treetop Trekking, Yamaha ATV Tours, E-Bike and Mountain Bike rentals, Paintball, Jet Ski rentals, pontoon boat rentals, Wakeboarding, Waterskiing and more.
Check out the ToDoOntario Events Calendar for more Canada Day events and experiences in Ontario.