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We’re excited to welcome you back in person to Richmond Hill’s Canada Day!
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.
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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 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:
In the Zone – Activity Area 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!" Be sure to head back for the interactive Dance Party from 6:30 – 9 p.m., hosted by Track Avenue.
Contests 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:
Art Exhibit 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.
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Preston Pablo – Live on the Main Stage at 9:15 p.m. 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. 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.
"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
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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: Beer Garden 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! |
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Presenting Sponsor Stage Sponsor Live Life Healthy Sponsor Official Suppliers |
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Q: What is the cost of admission? Q: Where can I park? Q: Can I ride my bicycle to the event? Q: Does the event close if it rains? Q: Is there an ATM on-site? Q: Is coffee available for purchase onsite? Q: Can I bring my dog or other pets? Q: What is the smoking policy? Q: Where do I go to report a lost child?
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? Q: Where can I drop off food donations?
Q: Are there official photographers and/or videographers onsite? Q: Will there be a shuttle bus for this year's event? |
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Thank you to our Sponsors
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