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We’re excited to welcome you back in person to Richmond Hill’s Canada Day!

Presented by: Tim Hortons logo

Our largest single-day event dazzles thousands of residents every year with an exciting day full of live entertainment, food and beverage vendors, a beer garden, artist exhibit, midway, and one of the largest municipal fireworks displays in the Region.

See below to see what we have in store for you this year.

Friday, July 1
Richmond Green Park (1300 Elgin Mills Road East)
11 a.m. to 11 p.m. (Fireworks at 10 p.m.)

Admission is free. Fees may apply to some activities, vendors and exhibitors. Event schedules listed are subject to change. Support the Richmond Hill Community Food Bank and drop-off non-perishable food donations at any of the four on-site information stations.

And be sure to take a selfie with the oversized swan onsite!

Preston Pablo – Live on the Main Stage at 9:15 p.m.

Image of Preston Pablo 

Event Attractions

Fireworks/Feu d'artifice at 10 p.m. / 22 h00

Richmond Hill is proud to host one of the largest and most entertaining pyro-musical fireworks displays in the Region! Refer to the “Fireworks Viewing Area” signage situated throughout the park grounds for best locations to catch the display.

Funded by the Government of Canada

Richmond Hill est fière d’accueillir l’un des feux d’artifice pyromusicaux les plus grands et les plus divertissants de la région! Recherchez les panneaux « Fireworks Viewing Area » (zone d’observation des feux d’artifice) situés un peu partout dans le parc pour trouver les meilleurs endroits pour assister au spectacle.

Financé par le gouvernement du Canada.

Midway
Around the Green | 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.  

Play all day in one of the Region's largest midways with more than 20 mechanical and inflatable attractions and a low-impact play-zone for toddlers. Individual tickets and Unlimited Ride Wristbands are available, providing hours of family fun:

  • Unlimited Ride Wristband - $40 inclusive of HST
  • Individual tickets - $5 each

In the Zone – Activity Area
Wedding Gazebo | 12 - 9 p.m.

Relax, have some fun and get “In the Zone” at the Activity Area, located on the east end of the park. Enjoy live performances under the wedding gazebo (full schedule below), check out some of York Region’s retail and service providers, and participate in fun activities, including a LEGO game area, life-sized games and more!  

"Creative Club Global are the Leaders in bringing FUN to Events & Festivals since 2009! With over 15,000 LEGO® Bricks, including a Giant Everblock Chair for photo ops, the fun is just never ending! Swing by our Creative Club Kids Zone and catch our Canadian themed LEGO® block demonstration by one of our Event Activators this Canada Day!" 

Image of Creative Club

Be sure to head back for the interactive Dance Party from 6:30 – 9 p.m., hosted by Track Avenue. 

Time

Performer

12:30 – 1 p.m.

The Sonic Bees

1:30 – 2 p.m.

The Sonic Bees

2:30 – 3 p.m.

Rufin HSU

3 – 3:30 p.m.

Joey Than

3:30 – 4 p.m.

Rufin HSU

4 – 4:30 p.m.

Joey Than

5 – 5:30 p.m.

Matthew Giordano

6 – 6:30 p.m.

Matthew Giordano

6:30 – 9 p.m.

Dance Party hosted by Track Avenue

Contests
In the Zone | 11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

If you have an incredible singing voice, are quick at solving a Rubik’s Cube, can blow enormous bubbles with chewing gum, or know a lot about Canada, then be sure to register the Contest Booth which is located by the Wedding Gazebo for more information about the following contests:

  • O’Canada Singing Competition
  • Rubik’s Cube Contest
  • Bubble Gum Blowing Contest
  • Canadian Trivia Contest

Art Exhibit
Boynton House | 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

The Art Exhibit showcases contemporary arts and crafts, local art organizations, schools and more. Located around the historic Boynton House, established artists, undiscovered talents, art groups and organizations will sell and display their work.

  • Watch artist demonstrations
  • Purchase one-of-a-kind pieces of art


Map of the Canada Day Event Attractions

Map of Canada Day Event Attractions

Live Entertainment

Preston Pablo – Live on the Main Stage at 9:15 p.m.

Image of Preston Pablo

Preston Pablo channels a fresh perspective on R&B and pop through live instrumentation and eloquent songwriting. The singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer made his solo debut in high school with the single “OMO.” After racking up nearly 20 million streams independently, he draws a big sound out of small town roots on singles such as “Don’t Break (My Soul)” and more to come.

Jordana Talsky – Live on the Main Stage at 7:45 p.m.

Image of Jordana Talsky

Jordana Talsky is a singer, songwriter and vocal looper who fuses multi-genre influences into her own sound. Her vocal loop song, “RUN”, was a judge’s pick for finalist in 2018 CBC Searchlight Contest (Canada). Other accolades include finalist placements in the John Lennon Songwriting Competition, Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition, Julian Award for Emerging Canadian Artists and Toronto Independent Music Awards.

Beyond Mental Borders – Live on the Main Stage at 5:30 p.m.

Image of Beyond Mental Borders

"Toronto's most popular mind-reading duo" (BlogTO) and praised as one of the hottest performers in Toronto, Beyond Mental Borders are one of Canada's top mentalism acts, delivering a show that will leave you speechless.”

Main Stage Schedule

Time

Performer

1 – 1:30 p.m.

Collins Magik

2 – 2:30 p.m.

Collins Magik

2:30 – 3 p.m.

Rubix Cube Contest

3:30 – 4 p.m.

LST in HLYWD

4:30 – 5 p.m.

LST in HLYWD

5:30 – 6 p.m.

Beyond Mental Borders

6 – 6:30 p.m.

Opening Ceremonies

6:30 – 6:45 p.m.

Vanessa Wang

7 – 7:30 p.m.

Richmond Hill Concert Band

7:45 – 8:45 p.m.

Jordana Talsky

9:15 – 10 p.m.

Preston Pablo

10 – 10:15 p.m.

Fireworks

10:20 – 11 p.m.

Preston Pablo

Beer Garden Entertainment

Time

Performer

1 – 1:45 p.m.

Meep Moop

2 – 2:45 pm.

Ron Pine

3 – 3:45 p.m.

Meep Moop

4 – 4:45 p.m.

Kevin Zarnett

5 – 5:45 p.m.

Evolution

6 – 6:45 p.m.

Kevin Zarnett

7 – 7:45 p.m.

Evolution

Food and Beverage Concessions
Food and Beverage Concessions
Around the Green | 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Treat yourself and indulge in a variety of festival-style delights, including chicken burgers, hamburgers, barbecue and skewer treats, tacos, churros and soft-serve ice cream. Vegetarian, vegan and halal options available for purchase.

Featured vendors:
Churricos
Dairy Belle
Gotham Grill
Lemon Heaven
Liko’s Hawaiian Barbecue
Los Vietnamita INC.
Mister Softee Ontario
Mobile ICEE Canada
Mr. Kettle Corn
TASTO Inc.
The Mighty Cob
Tropic Love
Frank’s Panini
Vital Link Ice Cream & Event Marketing Inc.

Beer Garden
Agricultural Building #1 | 11 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Enjoy live entertainment, food and drink at the licensed, outdoor patio. Drop by to hear the sounds of local homegrown talent and try a local craft beer! 

Event Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor
Tim Hortons

Stage Sponsor
Cosmo Music

Live Life Healthy Sponsor
Healthy Planet

Official Suppliers 
King Henry's Arms
Superior Events Group Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the cost of admission?
A: Admission to the event is free. Fees apply for any vendor purchases and midway attractions.

Q: Where can I park?
A: There are various public parking signs throughout the venue for parking. There are also parking attendants on-site to help direct traffic through the parking lots. 

Q: Can I ride my bicycle to the event?
A: You are encouraged to walk or bike! Please note: Limited bicycle racks are available near the entrance of the Sports Centre.

Q: Does the event close if it rains?
A: The event will continue rain or shine. In case of inclement weather where safety is a concern, you will be asked to exit the park.

Q: Is there an ATM on-site?
A: Yes, there is an ATM located inside the Midway area.

Q: Is coffee available for purchase onsite?
A: Unfortunately, coffee is not sold onsite; there is a Tim Hortons located on the southwest corner of Leslie and Elgin Mills at the Esso gas station.

Q: Can I bring my dog or other pets?
A: Yes, pets are welcome on the Richmond Green Park grounds. Please refrain from bringing pets into the food and beverage area, remember to poop and scoop, keep your pets on leash at all times and take precautions so your pet does not get overheated.

Q: What is the smoking policy?
A: The Province of Ontario passed legislation that makes it illegal to smoke on and within 20 metres of all publicly owned playgrounds, splash pads, sports fields and tennis and basketball courts. 

Q: Where do I go to report a lost child?
A: There are designated lost child areas at the four information stations on the grounds, located at:

  • Southwest corner of the Sports Centre
  • Pathway northeast of the Richmond Hill Soccer Club House
  • North side of soccer fields
  • Northwest corner of Elgin Mills Road and Leslie Street

 Alternatively, you may notify a Canada Day Committee Member wearing purple attire, First Aid Responder or a York Regional Police Officer on-site.

Q: What time do the fireworks start and where is the viewing area?
A: Fireworks begin promptly at 10 p.m. Fireworks viewing area signs are located throughout the site (refer to the event day map). Baseball diamonds 1, 3 - 6 and both east and west soccer fields are restricted for viewing fireworks.

Q: Where can I drop off food donations?
A: Non-perishable food donations can be dropped off at any of the four information stations on the grounds, located at:

  • Southwest corner of the Sports Centre
  • Pathway northeast of the Richmond Hill Soccer Club House
  • North side of soccer fields
  • Northwest corner of Elgin Mills Road and Leslie Street

Q: Are there official photographers and/or videographers onsite?
A: Richmond Hill staff and/or their representatives will be photographing and video recording at the event for promotional purposes. For more information, please see Events staff on-site or email events@richmondhill.ca.

Q: Will there be a shuttle bus for this year's event?
A: Shuttle bus services will not be provided for this year’s Canada Day Event.

Event Tips 
  • Try something new!
  • Stay hydrated, bring your refillable water bottle and visit Richmond Hill’s Fill It Up Trailer
  • Monitor the weather and dress accordingly
  • Bring a portable phone charger
  • Carpool

Thank you to our Sponsors

Image of Tim Hortons logo   Image of Healthy Planet Logo   Image of Cosmo Music Logo 
  Image of King Henry's Arms logo   Image of Superior Events Group logo


Stay up-to-date on Richmond Hill Festivals and Events by visiting RichmondHill.ca/EventServices.

 

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