2023 Canada Day at Canada Place
Canada Day at Canada Place is the largest Canada Day celebration west of Ottawa that takes place every July 1 at Canada Place in Vancouver, Canada.
There are numerous stages with free entertainment, exhibits, and food vendors.
The theme for 2023 is: 'Coming Together -Weaving together the fabric of a nation'.
Canada Day at Canada Place will take place from 11am to 6pm on July 1, 2023.
There used to be fireworks in the evening, but they have been permanently cancelled so there will NOT be fireworks in 2023.
The schedule of events is listed below.
2023 Events Schedule
2023 Main Stage Schedule
The 2023 Main Stage is the largest stage.
The 2023 Main Stage is located in front of Canada Place.
- 11am: Indigenous blessing and welcome
- 11:20am: Tsleil-Waututh Warriors
- 11:55pm: Pat Chessel
- 12:30pm: Eagle Song Dancers (Spakwus Slolem)
- 1:10pm: Adam Woodall Band
- 2:00pm: Murray Porter
- 2:50pm: Zaki Ibrahim
- 3:50pm: The Fugitives
- 4:55pm: Tegan & Sara
2023 North Point Stage Schedule
The 2023 North Point Stage will be hosted by DJ O Show.
The 2023 North Point Stage is located at the north tip of Canada Place.
- 9:30am: Citizenship Ceremony
- 12:00pm: DJ O Show Set
- 12:35pm: Vancouver School of Rock
- 1:20pm: Michaela Slinger
- 1:55pm: Bukola
- 2:30pm: 24 Strings
- 3:15pm: Kardias Quing
- 3:55pm: Tayos
- 4:30pm: DJ O Show Set
2023 Kids Stage Schedule
The 2023 Kids Stage Schedule is presented by CN.
The 2023 Kids Stage Schedule is located at Jack Poole Plaza.
- 12:30pm: Rock'N'Beau Dance Party
- 12:55pm: Squamish Nation Storytelling
- 1:15pm: Mom Bop
- 1:50pm: Storytime with Conni Smudge
- 2:15pm: Vancouver Performing Stars
- 3:15pm: Rock'N'Beau Dance Party
- 3:25pm: Mascot Dance-Off
- 3:50pm: Musqueam Storytime
- 4:15pm: Perry Ehrlich's Showstoppers
- 4:50pm: Rock'N'Beau Dance Party
Other Events Schedule
Here are the other things that are taking place on Canada Day at Canada Place.
- Indigenous displays such as traditional weaving and carving displays by local artists.
- Sports Zone (in front of Jack Poole Plaza) that will have soccer workshops
- Community Zone (in Jack Poole Plaza) that will have cultural performances, and weaving and carving displays.
- Food Trucks
- Buskers at the Jack Poole Plaza and along the west promenade of Canada Place
Canada Day Fireworks (PERMANENTLY CANCELLED)
The Canada Day Fireworks have been cancelled permanently due to cost, safety, and security issues. So, there will NOT be fireworks!
However, after the decision was announced, the Mayor of Vancouver announced that he would investigate bringing the fireworks back for 2024.
In pre-covid years there were fireworks set off in Coal Harbour.
Canada Day at Canada Place Photos
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Canada Day at Canada Place?
Following are the Frequently Asked Questions about Canada Day at Canada Place.
How much does it cost to go to Canada Day at Canada Place?
It is free to go to Canada Day at Canada Place. The entertainment is free, but you will have to pay for food!
Where Does Canada Day at Canada Place take place?
This event takes place at Canada Place, Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre, and Jack Poole Plaza.
Where can I park for Canada Day at Canada Place?
Parking is available all over the downtown area.
Where are the washrooms at Canada Day at Canada Place?
There are washrooms at:
- north west corner of Jack Poole Plaza
- south east corner of Jack Poole Plaza
- 3 sets of washrooms just inside Canada Place on the West Promenade.