Canada Day
Join us on Canada Day (July 1) from 3 to 10:30 PM at Markham Centre in Downtown Markham (Birchmount Rd/Enterprise Blvd).
We have an action-packed day planned for the whole family to enjoy, including free:
- Entertainment,
- Children’s activities,
- Inflatable activities,
- Fireworks,
- Onsite parking,
- And more!
- Featured Performers
Jamie Fine
Ottawa-born singer/songwriter Jamie Fine uses her music to inspire audiences to explore emotions we all feel but often struggle to express—ranging from anger and isolation to joy and connection. Her unique ability to convey intense emotion is her superpower. A four-time Juno nominee, Jamie’s music has over 100 million global streams.
Her hit single, If Anything’s Left, reached Platinum status in Canada and Double-Platinum in South Africa. With nearly 1.5 million followers worldwide, fans are drawn to her energetic personality, quirky humor, and openness.
Alx Veliz
Alx Veliz is an Afro/Latino Toronto-born artist to Latino parents and Jamaican grandparents. This combination has made him a voice for the rapidly growing multicultural generation. By showcasing the sounds of the world in his music, Alx Veliz demonstrates the beauty behind cultural diversity.
Alx Veliz made a name for himself in 2016 with his debut single, Dancing Kizomba, which is now Platinum in multiple countries with over 100 million streams and has won multiple awards and international recognition. Since then, he has released multiple singles and toured around the world alongside artists such as Nick Jonas, Nicky Jam, Alessia Cara, Justin Bieber and even Rihanna.
- Main Stage Performances
Stay tuned to find out the 2025 main stage performers.
- Food Vendors
There will be a variety of delicious food options available for purchase from food trucks and food booths, including:
- Empanadas,
- Beef, pork, lamb skewers,
- Grilled chicken,
- BBQ squid,
- BBQ steak,
- Coleslaw,
- Roasted corn,
- Poutine,
- Deli sandwiches,
- Ice cream, slushies, popsicles,
- Bubble tea and a variety of juices,
- Egg waffles,
- Poke bowls,
- Churros,
- Japanese-style chicken,
- Hot dogs,
- Hamburgers,
- Bao,
- Popcorn,
- Fish balls,
- Tempura
- And more!
- Children's Activities
Free activities for children include:
Kid's Zone 1 Schedule 3 to 7 PM Sensory Activity Zone 3 to 7 PM Inflatables:
- Ultimate Rock Wall
- Candy Playland
- Fire Engine Slide
- All Star Challenge
- Single Axe Throw
- Carnival 3-in-1
- Big Top Circus
- Giant Wacky Dual Slide
- Fun Fair Park Jr.
- Kid in a Candy Store Obstacle
Kids Zone 2 Schedule 3 to 7 PM Airbrush tattoos 3 to 7 PM Colouring area 5 to 7 PM Jurassic Adventure - Fireworks
Sponsored by Kylemore
Our spectacular fireworks show begins at 10 PM on July 1.
This is a show you won’t want to miss!
- Pride of Canada Carousel
Visit the Pride of Canada Carousel on July 1 for special priced $1 rides and free popcorn (normally $2 per ride, popcorn available while supplies last). The carousel will be open from 11 AM to 9 PM.
About the Pride of Canada Carousel
The unique and environmentally friendly Pride Of Canada Carousel is the kinetic centerpiece of Remington’s public art initiative. Unlike any carousel ever created, each of its 44 rideable sculptures has been lovingly crafted from found and/or recycled objects. To source materials, artist Patrick Amiot embarked on a road trip across Canada, finding scrap metal and abandoned items that represented Canada’s diverse range of places and people. The Carousel serves as a cultural landmark and venue for community gatherings and events on Downtown Markham.
- Win Free Coffee For a Year
Participants attending the City of Markham Canada Day Celebration will have the opportunity to complete and submit a ballot (while ballot quantities last) for a chance to WIN one (1) Coffee for a Year prize, presented by Tim Hortons.
Prize
- Coffee for a Year (10 x $100 Tim Hortons gift cards)
- The prize must be accepted as is, and may not be exchanged. No substitutions will be allowed. All ten (10) $100 Tim Hortons gift cards with a value of $1,000, cannot be exchanged and/or substituted for any cash value.
Contest Eligibility
- Participants must be 18+ years of age or older as of July 1st, 2025
- Only one entry may be completed and submitted by a single attendee
- To win, participants must be a Markham resident
- Coffee for a Year (10 x $100 Tim Hortons gift cards)
- 2025 Sponsors
Markham Centre (Birchmount Road/Enterprise Boulevard)