Celebrate Canada Day in Port Hope: Full Schedule of Festivities Announced

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - Port Hope, ON

The Municipality of Port Hope is gearing up for its annual Canada Day celebrations, bringing together a vibrant mix of new experiences and cherished traditions across the community. This year’s lineup once again offers a wide range of activities and events designed for all ages to enjoy.

“Each year on July 1, Canada Day offers a meaningful opportunity for our community to come together to connect, celebrate and reflect,” notes Mayor Olena Hankivsky. “We also recognize that this day holds different meanings for many, including Indigenous Peoples, for whom it is a time to honour truth and the ongoing journey toward reconciliation. As we gather in our downtown, let us acknowledge the full history of this land, commit to learning from it, and move forward in a spirit of respect, understanding, and inclusion.”

With the completion of the Walton Street Reconstruction, this year’s parade returns to its traditional route down Walton Street. There will be a modified start and staging area due to the Victoria Street Reconstruction Project. The parade kicks off at the corner of Julia and Ridout at 11:00 a.m. The Parade will travel down Walton Street turning onto Queen Street to finish at Town Hall. There are lots of viewing locations along the entire route so bring your friends and family, spread out and enjoy the festivities.

Tuesday, June 30

Dusk: The Canada Day edition of ‘Movies in the Park’ will feature Wild Robot. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and join us under the stars at Memorial Park for this family friendly experience. CUPE Local 416 is also offering a free community barbeque in Memorial Park to help kick off the Canada Day Celebration.

Wednesday, July 1

• 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The Port Hope Lions Club will be hosting a Sugarbush Breakfast (includes pancakes, sausages, and syrup).
• 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Canada Day Show N' Shine car show, featuring antiques, classics, and custom vehicles on the front lawn of Town Hall and Rotary Park.
• 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Yoga in the Park. Kick the day off with a guided stretch-out on the back lawn of Town Hall.
• 11:00 a.m. Canada Day Parade. There is also space to register and join the parade line-up.
• 11:00 a.m. Refreshment Gardens open in Memorial Park, hosted by Port Hope and District Agricultural Society until 10:00 p.m.
• 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Activity stations and food vendors available in Memorial Park, Town Hall lawn, and Augusta Street. Activities include mini putt, bouncy castles, laser tag, soccer and more.
• 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Port Hope Public Library Program Room will be open as a cooling and sensory-friendly area.
• 11:45 a.m. Official opening ceremony at the Bandshell – Singing of O Canada, welcome greeting from the Mayor, and Queenies Bake Shop cupcakes.
• 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Free wagon rides through historic downtown Port Hope. Pick-up location is on Queen Street in front of the Library.

Entertainment in Memorial Park

• 11:45 a.m. - Deputy Fire Chief, Darryl Thompson singing O Canada
• 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.: Soul Shakers Union
• 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.: Vinyl Groovz Band
• 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.: Carla and her LatinTrain
• 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.: Greatest of Ease
• 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.: Storm the Palace

Grand finale fireworks display

• DJ Chris Martell will be spinning tunes at East Beach beginning at 9:30 p.m. for the fireworks display.
• 10:15 p.m. Spectacular fireworks display launched at the pier.

Our partners and sponsors play a key role in uniting our community for shared and engaging experiences on Canada Day. Many generous supporters have come forward to help in the delivery of this community celebration, including the Government of Canada. For a full list of sponsors visit porthope.ca/canada-day.

Visit our event webpage for the full schedule and discover a variety of great Canadian content, including a recommended Canadian reading list from the Port Hope Library, a curated Canadian film selection from the National Film Board of Canada, important Indigenous resources, and an invitation to explore local parks and trails to connect with nature.