2024 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 2024 is: 'Canada Together'.
Canada Day at Canada Place will take place from 11am to 6pm on July 1, 2024.
There used to be fireworks in the evening, but they have been permanently cancelled so there will NOT be fireworks in 2024.
The schedule of events is listed below.
2024 Events Schedule
2024 Main Stage Schedule
The 2024 Main Stage is the largest stage.
The 2024 Main Stage is located in front of Canada Place.
On the main stage will be acts such as: Said the Whale, Fake Shark, The Free Label, DJO Show, and more!
- 11am: Host Nations welcome
- 11:20am: DJ O Show and Madalaine Mccallum
- 11:55pm: Kyrstle Dos Santos
- 12:30pm: Myc Sharratt
- 1:10pm: Fionn
- 2:00pm: 528 st.
- 2:50pm: the free label
- 3:50pm: Fake shark
- 4:55pm: Said The Whale
Port Community Zone
This is where you can learn about the Port of Vancouver. There will be feature displays, fun activities, a speaker series and more.
Summer Sips
The North Point is sponsored by Stanley Park Brewing. There will be a barbeque, live DJ, and beverages by Stanley Park Brewing.
Kids Zone
The 2024 Kids' Zone is presented by CN.
The 2024 Kids Stage Schedule is located at Jack Poole Plaza.
There will be family-friendly entertainment and activities including: Rock N'Beau Dance Party, the annual mascot dance-off, Indigenous Storytelling, and performance from Karima Essa, School of Rock Kids, and Higher Ground Dance Troup.
- 12:25pm: Kid's Stage Welcome - Rachel Beau
- 12:30pm: Rock'N'Beau Dance Party
- 12:50pm: Squamish Nation Storytelling
- 1:20pm: Karima Essa
- 1:50pm: Rock'N'Beau Dance Party
- 2:15pm: School of Rock
- 2:55pm: Tsleil-Waututh Nation Storytelling
- 3:15pm: Rock'N'Beau Dance Party
- 3:25pm: Mascot Dance-off
- 3:50pm: Musqueam Nation Storytelling
- 4:15pm: Higher Ground Dance Company
- 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.
- Food Trucks
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. There hasn't been any word on this.
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.