Canada Day

Superhero Theme!

Richmond Hill is celebrating all things superheroes at this year’s Canada Day Celebrations! Come dressed as your favourite superhero, join the superhero parade, and participate in superhero themed activities.  

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

Richmond Hill is proud to host, in partnership with Healthy Planet, and funded by the Government of Canada, 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 the best locations to catch the display.

Richmond Hill est fière d’accueillir, en partenariat avec Healthy Planet et grâce au financement gouvernement du Canada, l’un des plus grands et des plus divertissants feux d’artifice musicaux de la région! Cherchez l’affiche Fireworks Viewing Area située dans l’enceinte du parc pour connaître les meilleurs emplacements pour visionner le spectacle.

 This year's soundtrack is superhero inspired!

 Cette année, la trame sonore est inspirée des films de superhéros!

Midway

Around the Green: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.  

The Social Affair Marketplace

Richmond Green Sports Centre: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.  

Activity Pavilion

Agriculture #2 Building: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and 6 – 10 p.m.

Throw on a pair of noise-cancelling headphones, show off your dance moves and dance the night away at the silent disco party from 6 – 10 p.m.

Contests

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.  

Figure Skating Demonstrations

Tom Graham Arena: 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Watch live figure skating demonstrations! Tickets are $5 at the door.  

Featured skaters:

• Nam Nguyen - 2019 Canadian National Champion in Senior Men
• Michelle Long - 2019 National Competitor in Senior Ladies
• Illiya Kovler - 2019 National Competitor in Senior Men, 2019 LSU JGP Bronze Medalist in Junior Jen

Around the Green: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.

• Backyardigan Food Truck
• Churricos
• Classic Cone Inc.
• Dairy Belle
• Gotham Grill
• HK Food Station
• Isabela Cuisine
• Lemon Heaven
• Liko’s Hawaiian Barbecue
• Los Vietnamita INC.
• Mobile ICEE Canada
• Taste the Tornado
• The Mighty Cob
• Touro Brazilian Steakhouse
• Tropic Love
• Tutti Panini Inc.
• Vital Link Ice Cream & Event Marketing Inc.

Beer Garden

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

Ria Mae – Live on the Main Stage at 9:15 p.m.

Watch Ria Mae perform her hit songs live on the main stage!

Her latest EP Stars showcases Ria’s wide ranging voice as a songwriter. The EP Stars is a follow up to the JUNO Award nominated, My Love. The first single “Bend” became an instant hit, skyrocketing to Top 5 at Hot AC, Top 15 at AC, and Top 15 at CHR radio, reaching platinum certification status. Last year, Ria was nominated for “Album of the Year” at the 2018 JUNO Awards. Ria also earned a JUNO nomination for “Single of the Year” for her platinum-selling hit “Clothes Off”.

JJ and the Pillars - Live on the Main Stage at 7:30 p.m. 

Rock out to JJ and the Pillars!

Formed in 2013 in Toronto, JJ and the Pillars are a five-piece, folk-rock band fronted by power couple JJ Thompson & Alyssa Morrissey originally hailing from Peterborough, Ontario. Their new album 'Daisy' features the Alt-Country-Rock duet "Howl".

The Superhero Company – Live on the Main Stage at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. 

Main Stage Entertainment

Beer Garden Entertainment 

Richmond Hill's Canada Day Celebration grows in size every year and parking is limited. As such, event patrons are encouraged to take the FREE fully accessible shuttle bus service.

Pre- Fireworks Display: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

• Last shuttle bus at approximately 8 p.m. to go to the Operations Centre from the first location listed in Routes 1 and 2.
• There will be no shuttle service between 8:30 – 11 p.m..
• Please ensure that you are not waiting at the bus stop after 8:30 p.m. as the bus will no longer be operating at that time. 
• Due to several pick up locations and traffic, please allow one hour for the shuttle service to reach the Operations Centre from any of the locations listed in Routes 1 and 2.

Post- Fireworks Display: 11 p.m.

• All shuttle buses will re-commence at the Operations Centre stop after the fireworks display at approximately 11 p.m. and will make stops listed in Routes 1 and 2.

Each bus has an occupancy capacity. Once capacity is reached, the driver must shut the doors for safety reasons. Please wait for the next shuttle to arrive.

Times are subject to change throughout the day, so please give yourself extra time.

Pick-up/Drop-off Locations

The shuttle service will pick up and drop off riders at the front entrances of the following locations: 

Route 1

• Oak Ridges Community Centre, 12895 Bayview Avenue
• Elgin West Community Centre & Pool, 11099 Bathurst Street
• The Wave Pool, 5 Hopkins Street
• Operations Centre, 1200 Elgin Mills Road East

View Route 1 Map

Route 2

• Elgin Barrow Arena, 43 Church Street South
• Ed Sackfield Arena, 311 Valleymede Drive
• Bayview Hill Community Centre, 114 Spadina Road
• Rouge Woods Community Centre, 110 Shirley Drive
• Operations Centre, 1200 Elgin Mills Road East

View Route 2 Map

Event Sponsors

Fireworks Sponsor

Stage Sponsor

Entertainment Sponsor

Partner Sponsors

Official Suppliers

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 to bike! Please note: limited bicycle racks are available near the entrance of the Sports Centre.

Q: What are the shuttle bus hours of operation?
A: Shuttle buses operate between 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. and will re-commence after the fireworks display at approximately 11 p.m. and will make stops outlined in Routes 1 and 2. 

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?

Q: Is coffee available for purchase onsite?
A: 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.

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: Designated lost child areas are located at the four information stations on the grounds, located at:

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. 

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