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Canada Day
Celebrations
Canada
Day 2016
Sunday, July 1, 2016
Take part in the
nation’s biggest birthday party on July 1!
The
Nation's Capital is the headquarters for Canada's
birthday celebration. Each year,  hundreds of
thousands of people visit Parliament Hill, Major's
Hill Park, Jacques-Cartier Park, and other locations
in the surrounding areas to celebrate Canada. This
year marks Canada's 151st birthday.
On July 1,
join us in Ottawa–Gatineau to celebrate Canada’s
birthday!
Canada’s
Capital Region buzzes with activity, as Canadians from
across the country flock to the Capital to show their
national pride.
The
festivities take place on Parliament Hill, in downtown
parks and on the streets. Witness the ceremonies, take
in the musical talent from across the country, see the
fireworks — and more!
On
July 1, Parliament Hill draws thousands of Canadians
dressed in red and white. The Canada Day festivities
on the Hill run from morning to night—ceremonial
events, shows, activities, fireworks and much more!
Enjoy the good cheer as Canadians from across the
country come together in the Capital to celebrate
Canada’s birthday.
The biggest Canada Day party takes place in
Ottawa each year on July 1, with live entertainment,
family activities and spectacular fireworks! And this
year, Canada’s Capital is hosting a weekend-long
celebration on Saturday, June 30 and Sunday, July 1,
2018. Take a look at these highlights and plan your long
weekend getaway to Ottawa for the 151st Canada Day
celebrations. And yes, it’s all FREE!
Znakomita pogoda na Canada Day
weekend! Może trochę za ciepło, ale bez deszczu!
Nie zapomnij o częstym piciu napojów, sun screen, może
parasolka...
THREE OFFICIAL SITES
Though celebrations are taking place
throughout the Ottawa area over the weekend, official
Canada Day weekend events are held at the following
three official sites:
- Parliament
Hill: The centrepiece of Ottawa’s downtown
landscape, the political and cultural heart of the
city, and the main site for Canada Day festivities.
- Major’s
Hill Park: Conveniently located just a few
minutes’ walk from Parliament Hill, between the
Fairmont Château Laurier and the National Gallery of
Canada, this beautiful green space features
family-friendly programming and performances.
- Canadian
Museum of History: Enjoy indoor and outdoor
live entertainment at Canada’s most visited museum,
conveniently located in Gatineau, Quebec, just across
the Ottawa River from other official Canada Day sites.
PROGRAMMING
A diverse selection of top and emerging
Canadian musicians will be performing at official Canada
Day sites over the weekend. A preliminary list is below.
Canadian Heritage will release concert schedule details
and additional programming information shortly.
Major’s Hill Park
- June 30: Elijah
Woods x Jamie Fine, Andréanne A. Malette, River Town
Saints, Silla and Rise, Rise Ashen, and more
- July
1: Noubi Trio, The Beaches, Logan
Staats, La Bronze, Jacobus, Charlotte
Cardin, Yao, Miss Shelton
Parliament Hill
- June 30: As
preparations get underway for the July 1 festivities
on Parliament Hill, the site will not feature official
programming on June 30 (though rehearsals will be
taking place on the outdoor stage).
- July 1: Arkells,
Lights, Brigitte Boisjoli, Ruth B., Iskwé, Jean-Marc
Couture, Elijah Woods x Jamie Fine, Klô Pelgag, DJ
Shub, The Dead South, Queen Ka, Rose Cousins, Martina
Ortiz Luis, Boogát
CANADA DAY FIREWORKS
Around 10:00 p.m. on July 1,
the 15-minute President’s Choice® Canada Day pyromusical
fireworks show will be launched from Nepean Point (near
the National Gallery of Canada and the Alexandra
Bridge). The accompanying soundtrack is 100% Canadian!
(Keep in mind the fireworks show is weather dependent.)
Best viewing spots
Parliament Hill is not necessarily the best
place to see the fireworks, as the Parliament Buildings
can block part of your view. Consider these
alternatives:
- The central
loop of Confederation Boulevard which
runs along Wellington Street, MacKenzie Avenue, Sussex
Drive in Ottawa, as well as Laurier Street in Gatineau
- Major’s
Hill Park, overlooking the Ottawa River
- The lawn of
the Canadian Museum of History along
the Gatineau side of the Ottawa River (note: the
Alexandra Bridge, which links Ottawa to Gatineau, is
closed to vehicles as of 6:00 a.m. and to
pedestrians and cyclists as of 9:00 p.m. on Canada
Day—subject to change without notice).
GETTING AROUND
Over the Canada Day weekend, various roads
are closed to traffic and parking is very limited as
locals and visitors of all ages gather in downtown
Ottawa (Canadian Heritage will release road closure
details shortly). So it’s best to get around on foot, by
bike, or by public transportation. Take advantage of the
free
supervised bike stations at Major’s
Hill Park and the Canadian Museum of History.
ACCESSIBILITY
All official sites (Parliament Hill, Major’s
Hill Park and the Canadian Museum of History) are
accessible to people with special needs.
Note that dogs and pets are not permitted at
Canada Day official sites (exceptions are made for
service dogs).
GETTING THE MOST OUT
OF YOUR CANADA DAY WEEKEND IN OTTAWA
For the most up-to-date official Canada Day
programming details and updates, visit the Canada Day website.
And to know more on what to expect, how to
get around the city and how to prepare for your Canada
Day visit to Ottawa, consult our Canada Day Packing
Guide.
SHARE THE FUN
Get out there, enjoy the action and share
your experiences using the #MyOttawa and #CanadaDay hashtags!
More info could
be found at the below links:
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