2025 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 2025 is: 'Canada Together'.
Canada Day at Canada Place will take place from 11am to 6pm on July 1, 2025.
There used to be fireworks in the evening, but they have been permanently cancelled so there will NOT be fireworks in 2025.
The schedule of events is listed below.
2025 Event Map
2025 Main Stage Schedule
The 2025 Main Stage is the largest stage.
The 2025 Main Stage is located in front of Canada Place.
On the main stage will be acts such as: Dear Rouge with guest Alex Wells, Ramen Fog, John Welsh and Los Valientes, Blue Rivera, and Hotel Mira
Here is the complete 2025 Main Stage schedule:
- 11am: Host Nations welcome
- 11:20am: Native Thunder First Nations of the Territory
- 12pm: Kaya Ko and A Force of Nature with Kathara Filipino Indigenous Arts
- 12:45pm: John Welsh and Lost Valientes
- 1:30pm: Ramen Fog
- 2:15pm: Blue Rivera
- 3pm: Sadé Awele
- 3:50pm: Hotel Mira
- 4:55pm: Dear Rouge
Port Community Zone
The Port Community Zone is sponsored by CPKC, BC Chamber of Shipping and the Vancouver Terminal Elevator Association.
This will be inside the ballroooms at Canada Place.
This is where you can learn about "how Canada's Grain supply chain connects Western Canadian producers to global markets, and enjoy displays, fun activities, a speaker series, and more".
Indigenous Marketplace
The Indigenous Marketplace is sponsored by Destination Vancouver and Indigenous Tourism BC.
This will be directly in front of Canada Place.
There will be indigenous artisan booths selling local, hand-made products such as jewelry, art, home decor, and much more.
Summer Sips
The North Point is sponsored by Stanley Park Brewing.
They haven't announced what exactly will be here, but in previous years there was a barbeque, live DJ, and beverages by Stanley Park Brewing.
Kids Zone
The 2025 Kids' Zone is presented by CN.
The 2025 Kids Stage Schedule is located at Jack Poole Plaza.
There will be family-friendly entertainment and activities.
The complete 2025 Kids Stage schedule is:
- 11:15pm: Welcome
- 11:25pm: Canada Day Drumming
- 12:15pm: School of Rock Vancouver Junior House Band
- 12:50pm: Squamish Nations Storytime
- 1:15pm: School of Rock Vancouver Senior House Band
- 1:50pm: The DJ Ira Dance Party
- 2:35pm: Tsleil - Waututh Nation Storytime
- 3:05pm: Science World on the Road
- 3:45pm: Musqueam Indian Band Storytime
- 4:10pm: Boogaloo Academy
- 4:35pm: Mascot Dance-off with Boogaloo Academy and DJ Ira
Citizenship Ceremony
The Citizenship Ceremony is hosted by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada.
It will take place inside the ballroooms at Canada Place at 9:30am.
40 new citizens will be sworn in as Canadians!
Food Trucks
There will be many Food Trucks on Canada Place Way.
Indigenous Displays
There will be Indigenous Displays, such as traditional weavers and carvers, showcasing the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.
The displays will be located at Jack Poole Plaza.
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!
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.