Celebrate Canada Day in style at the Collingwood Festival for Canada 2025! On June 28th explore downtown, visit the Farmers' Market and venture over to creative Simcoe Street to enjoy the Art Market all to the rhythm of our annual Canada Day Stomp. End your day at the Shipyards Amphitheatre and enjoy a evening concert over looking Collingwood's harbour.
On July 1st return downtown for tasty pancakes, the Family Bike Parade, face painting, a Rubber Duck Race, and the citizenship reaffirmation ceremony.
Saturday, June 28, Downtown Collingwood
Candid Canuck, Town Hall & 84 Hurontario Street, All Day
Seize the moment to take a 'selfie' with a Canadian Icon, creating a lasting memory of your Canadian spirit.
Farmer's Market, Pine Street Parking Lot, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Discover a vibrant selection of local vendors offering an array of organic produce, fresh fruits, artisanal baking, quality meats and cheeses, beautiful flowers and trees, delectable jams and preserves, pure maple syrup, honey, and an assortment of handcrafted treasures. A world of flavours, scents, and handmade wonders await at the Collingwood Downtown Farmers' Market.
LEGO Creative Club Kids Zone, 84 Hurontario Street, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Calling kids of all ages! Get ready for a day of unlimited creativity, building, and fun! With over 15,000 LEGO® Bricks and 500+ EverBlocks available, you can design and create to your hearts content. Don't miss the chance to snap a photo in front of our Giant Chair and Canada sign for memorable photo ops. Let your imagination soar at the Lego Creative Club Kids Zone!
Collingwood Art Market, Creative Simcoe Street, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Explore over 70 local artists in and around Creative Simcoe Street hosted by the BMFA celebrating their 50th anniversary. Children can have fun in the Art Area led by Imaginarium Adventures in Art.
Canada Day Music Stomp, Downtown, 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Stomp, walk, wheel, or dance your way across four outdoor locations featuring foot-stomping music.
| Timeslot | Sheffer Court | Tremont Square | Federal Building |
|---|---|---|---|
| Address | 186 Hurontario Street | 77/79 Simcoe Street | 44 Hurontario Street |
| 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Jim Hood | Emily Power Duo | Melissa Dawne |
| 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Mr. Jazz Duo | Jazz Connexion | Jolie & Braden |
| 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Joe Kelly Jr. | Motes & Oats | Huronia Hot Strings |
Balloon Twisting and Glitter Tattoos, 84 Hurontario Street, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Step into a world of twists, sparkles, and colour! Grab your very own custom balloon creation and add some shimmer with a sparkling tattoo design!
Optimist Club Fishing Derby, Shipyard Park / Collingwood Spit, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The Optimist Club will be holding its 39th Annual Kids Fishing Derby, an opportunity to introduce and involve young children to 14 yrs of age in the sport of fishing. There are three fishing categories: Up to 5yrs, 6 to 10 yrs and 11 to 14yrs.There is also a casting contest with two age categories 6 to 10 and 11 to 14. Category winners will receive trophies for their efforts, the most sought after trophy is the ugliest catch. Worms and some tackle will be provided, the Optimist Club will have up to 100 rod and reel combos to give away to children that don't have one. Drinks, healthily snack bars, and pizza will be provided. This is a free event however children must be registered to participate and must be accompanied by an adult.
Collingwood Festival for Canada Concert, Saturday, June 28, Shipyards Amphitheatre
Lyric Dubee at 6:00 p.m.
An award winning, multi-genre artist born and raised outside of Toronto. Lyric is at ease playing rock, pop, blues, classical and jazz. His deep appreciation and experimentation with all genres has led Lyric to personalize his own style of music known as revolution rock. A singer, songwriter , and guitarist, he performs his own works as a solo artist and front his his own band.
Wing Night (The Band) at 7:00 p.m.
Wing Night is Toronto's premium Hip-Hop and R&B cover band specializing in the classics of the 90's. Since 2013 Wing Night has been selling out clubs and bars across the city. The band currently boasts an ever-expanding repertoire of over 130 songs and is frequented with some of the city's most talented guest musicians. From Biggie Smalls to Usher, Destiny's Child to TLC, Wing Night will keep the party at 100 all night long!
Remember to bring your lawn chairs or blankets. Parking is available at the lot on North Birch Street followed by a very short walk along the trail to the Amphitheatre. FREE admission, no tickets required. Family friendly.
Sunday June 29th, Downtown Collingwood
Pop-up Roller Skating by SUSO Skate Co., 84 Hurontario Street, 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Get ready to roll at Town Square Park with a pop-up roller skating rink presented by SUSO. Wear your best red and white to show your Canadian pride and join us from 12 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 29. FREE Skating sessions will be held in 45-minute increments on a first-come, first-served basis. So lace up your skates and join us for a fun-filled ride!
Canada Day, Tuesday, July 1, Downtown Collingwood
Celebrity Pancake Breakfast, 84 Hurontario Street, 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Indulge in a beloved Canada Day tradition at the Celebrity Pancake Breakfast. Gather with family and friends to savour delectable pancakes expertly prepared by our talented Celebrity Chefs. Adults can enjoy this scrumptious meal for $5, while kids can join in for just $3.
Candid Canuck, Town Hall & 84 Hurontario Street, All Day
Family Bike Parade, Hurontario Street, 10:00 a.m.
Starts at Trott's Sports Excellence and ends at the Collingwood Public Library! Proudly presented by the Optimist Club.
Balloon Twisting and Glitter Tattoos, 84 Hurontario Street, 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Step into a world of twists, sparkles, and colour! Grab your very own custom balloon creation and add some shimmer with a sparkling tattoo design!
Citizenship Reaffirmation Ceremony & Gigantic Canada Day Birthday Cake, Federal Building 12:00 noon
Everyone is invited to reaffirm their Canadian Citizenship, receive a commemorative certificate, and have a free piece of birthday cake, courtesy of Loblaws! This is a great way to celebrate and recognize our great country!
Theatre Collingwood Presents Two Free Children's Shows, Shipyard Amphitheatre
Bring your family, some lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy this free event offered complimentary by Theatre Collingwood in celebration of Canada Day and the launch of Theatre Collingwood's 2025 Porchside Festival! Featuring the multi-award winning Chris McKhool, Kevin Laliberte and Drew Birston from the Sultans of String, these high-energy shows are packed with music, fun and learning, perfect for kids and adults alike. Two uniquely different shows in one beautiful location.
Fiddlefire, 1:00 p.m.
Get ready to dance, clap, and sing along! This lively show introduces kids to jazz, blues, classical, East Coast fiddling, and world music, with plenty of audience participation.
Earth, Seas & Air, 3:00 p.m.
With a mix of music and environmental education, Chris inspires young audiences to explore global connections to forests, water, and wildlife - all while playing instruments from around the world!
Parking is available at the lot on North Birch Street followed by a very short walk along the trail to the Amphitheatre. Family friendly.
Annual Rubber Duck Race, Hume Street Bridge, 2:00 p.m.
Get ready for the thrilling 20th Annual Rubber Duck Race! Join us at 2:00 p.m. as individually numbered duckies are released from the Hume Street Bridge, racing towards the Pretty River Parkway Bridge. Follow the progress of the race along the west bank of the river. Secure your chance to win by purchasing tickets at $5.00 each or 3 for $10.00. Exciting cash prizes await the winners, with $1000 for First Place, $500 for Second Place, and $250 for Third Place.
This exhilarating event is proudly presented by the Collingwood Optimist Club 705-444-3081
Canada Day, July 1st, Fireworks, 10:00 p.m.
Enjoy a spectacular fireworks display launched from Millennium Point. For the best view find a spot at Harbourview Park at the Amphitheater or along the Promenade.
