Canada Day | Town of Whitby

Canada Day July 1, 2026!

Whitby Canada Day Fireworks

Join us for fireworks and family fun on Wednesday, July 1st.

Due to ongoing harbour cleanup affecting Victoria Fields, our 2026 Canada Day festivities will be reduced this year.

What to expect:

Pre-fireworks - come early with your family and friends to secure that perfect viewing spot. Enjoy live music, family activities and a variety of food trucks on-site or visit local restaurants.

Don’t forget to bring blankets, games and chairs to relax and celebrate your Canadian pride with family and friends.

Fireworks will begin at dusk (approx. 10 p.m.)

Entertainment Schedules

6:00 pm - Event Opens

6:00 pm - Extraordinary Steel Pannist

6:30 pm - Official Ceremony

7:00 pm - Mr. Big Top - Juggling Unicycling Show

7:30 pm - Andy Earle and the Bandits

8:15 pm - Magic show

8:45pm - Canada Roxx

10:00 pm - Fireworks

Event Location Map and Parking Restrictions

Please adhere to the posted No Parking and Local Traffic Only restrictions.

Please Note:

Parking and viewing areas at the south end of Victoria Fields will be affected due to ongoing harbour remediation.

Expect Delays - Traffic Interruptions along Victoria Street and streets surrounding Victoria Fields will occur throughout the evening.

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Follow The Laws and Be Safe

Only light fireworks on July 1 from dusk to 11 p.m.
Don’t litter
Make sure you aren’t close to houses, trees, cars, overhead wires or dry grass
Use a good firing base such as a pail filled with dirt or sand
Always supervise children near fireworks and sparklers

View the Fireworks Safety guide for more info!

Fireworks are not permitted if there is a fire ban in effect. Visit whitby.ca/Fireworks to see if we have one in place on July 1.

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