Family Festivities and Canada Day Fireworks in Ottawa and the Capital Region

June 28, 2026

Family Festivities and Canada Day Fireworks in Ottawa and the Capital Region - SavvyMom

Celebrate Canada’s birthday where it all happens! From spectacular fireworks and live concerts to neighbourhood festivals and family-friendly activities, Ottawa and the Capital Region offer some of the biggest celebrations and Canada Day fireworks in the country.

Family Festivities and Canada Day Fireworks in Ottawa & the Capital Region

Canada Day in the Capital

Wednesday, July 1
LeBreton Flats, Downtown Ottawa & Official Celebration Sites

Canada’s biggest birthday party returns with a full day of free celebrations, including the National Noon Ceremony, interactive family activities, cultural performances, food vendors, and the National Evening Show featuring some of Canada’s biggest musical acts. This year’s lineup includes the Barenaked Ladies, Alessia Cara, Isabelle Boulay, MICO, TOBi, and more.

Tim Hortons Canada Day Fireworks

Wednesday, July 1 (approximately 10 p.m.)
LeBreton Flats

The evening concludes with the spectacular Tim Hortons Canada Day Fireworks, lighting up the Ottawa skyline in one of Canada’s largest fireworks displays. The show is synchronized to music and visible from several locations throughout the downtown core. Weather permitting.

Best Places to Watch the Fireworks:

If you don’t want to be right in the middle of the crowds, these are some of the best viewing spots. Arrive early! These locations fill up quickly:

LeBreton Flats (official viewing site)
Major’s Hill Park
Confederation Square
Capital Pathway near LeBreton Flats
Nepean Point

Family Fun in Front of the Supreme Court

Wednesday, July 1
Supreme Court of Canada

One of the official Canada Day sites, this area in front of the Supreme Court features interactive games, family entertainment, hands-on activities, performers, and giant screens broadcasting the national ceremonies and evening concert. It’s an excellent choice for families with younger children.

Celebrate in Old Hull (Gatineau)

Wednesday, July 1
Old Hull

Across the river, Old Hull hosts its own lively Canada Day celebration with live music, street entertainment, food vendors, and a festive atmosphere that complements the celebrations happening in downtown Ottawa.

Canada Day in Barrhaven

Wednesday, July 1
Clarke Fields Park

One of Ottawa’s largest community Canada Day celebrations features live entertainment, children’s activities, inflatables, food trucks, community displays, and an evening fireworks show. Festivities actually begin on June 30 with a classic car show and country music before continuing all day on Canada Day.

Canada Day in Greely

Wednesday, July 1
Greely Community Centre

Enjoy a classic small-town Canada Day celebration in Greely complete with a community parade, live entertainment, kids’ activities, a vendor market, car show, bike decorating contest, delicious food, and family fun throughout the day.

Canada Day in Kanata

Wednesday, July 1
Walter Baker Park

Kanata’s annual Canada Day festivities include family entertainment, live music, children’s programming, food vendors, community activities, and fireworks after dark. It’s a great option for west-end families looking to stay closer to home.

Make Canada Day a Full Day of Exploring

Many of Ottawa’s national museums offer free admission on Canada Day, making it easy to build an entire day around the celebrations. Consider visiting:

Canadian Museum of History
Canadian War Museum
Canada Science and Technology Museum
Canada Aviation and Space Museum
Canadian Museum of Nature

Good to know: If you’re heading downtown, leave the car at home. OC Transpo is offering free service on Canada Day, and many downtown streets will be closed for celebrations. Wear comfortable shoes, pack plenty of water, and plan to arrive early if you want a prime spot for the evening fireworks.

More Canada Day Fireworks in Ottawa and the Capital Region:

Stittsville

Tuesday, July 1, evening/dusk
Field behind Sacred Heart High School / CARDELREC-Goulbourn, Abbott at Shea

The Stittsville Village Association’s free Canada Day celebration includes food trucks, music, lawn games, face painting, and fireworks.

Riverside South

Tuesday, July 1, approx. 10 p.m.
Claudette Cain Park, 660 River Rd.

Head to Claudette Cain Park on July 1 for a professional Canada Day fireworks display sponsored by the Riverside South Limited Partnership. Enjoy music starting at 8pm and fireworks will begin at dusk (approximately 10pm). Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase at the fieldhouse in the south field (cash only). Glow products will be available for purchase (cash only) in both the south and north fields.