Canada Day celebrations - July 01, 2026

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On Wednesday, July 1, the City of London and Old Oak present Canada Day in Harris Park, featuring fun activities, local food vendors, live music, and a spectacular fireworks finale.

The celebration begins at 6 p.m. with giant games and activities happening throughout the park. You can also grab a savoury bite or a sweet treat from one of the many local food trucks onsite. 

Then, head over to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) Entertainment Zone, to catch the live music, including London and area artists as they pay tribute to London’s bicentennial through original song. 

Starting at 7 p.m., you don’t want to miss high-energy local performers La Tribu, Lua Sol, and headliner of the evening, John Muirhead.

After the sun sets, join London-raised artist NESS and the rest of the crowd to sing O’Canada. Then settle in for an amazing fireworks display to end the night with a bang! 

While Harris Park remains the best location to view the fireworks, guests can also consider viewing areas in and around Dundas Street at Ridout Street. In addition, after the London’s Major’s game at Labatt Park, fans traditionally gather on the outfield grass to watch the fireworks (tickets required).

Canada Day fireworks in Harris Park remain one of London’s most anticipated summer traditions. Get there early, you don’t want to miss it!

Entertainment lineup:

  • 6 p.m. – London’s Bicentennial Open Mic showcase (registered artists)
  • 7 p.m. – La Tribu
  • 8 p.m. – Lua Sol
  • 9 p.m. – Headliner: John Muirhead
  • Sunset – NESS (O’Canada)

Getting to and from Downtown for Canada Day

Expect a number of road closures downtown to support Canada Day celebrations. Drive carefully, get downtown early to avoid traffic disruptions or skip the driving stress altogether by walking, cycling or taking transit. See map below for a visual of road and pathway closures.

Road closure information 

Tuesday, June 30

  • Dundas Street between Ridout Street and Richmond Street
  • Talbot Street between King Street and Carling Street

Wednesday, July 1 

  • Dundas Street between Ridout Street and Richmond Street
  • Talbot Street between King Street and Carling Street
  • Queens Avenue from Ridout Street North to Riverside Drive and Wharncliffe Road North
  • Ridout Street North from Fullarton Street to King Street
  • Thames Street from Dundas Street to Harris Park Gate
  • Queen’s Bridge and Kensington Bridge will be closed to vehicle traffic starting at 8 p.m. 

Visit Renew London for all road closure information for Canada Day. 

Walking, cycling and public transportation

Pedestrians and cyclists have two ways to enter Harris Park this year: either through the entrance at the corner of Dufferin Avenue and Ridout Street North or the Blackfriars bridge entrance. 

A reminder that the walkways under the Queen’s Bridge will be closed on both sides of the river, including the path that extends along the West London Dyke (behind Labatt Park). 

Pedestrians will be able to walk over the Queen’s Bridge until 9 p.m. Londoners should follow construction signage to access safe pedestrian paths. 

The Thames Valley Parkway in front of the HMCS Prevost on Becher Street will be closed at 7 p.m. In addition, Ivey Park is closed this year due to construction nearby. 

For those cycling, there are bike locker locations downtown to help provide a secure space to park your bike.

Transit users are advised to visit the LTC website for service updates and detours. 

Parking information

Those driving downtown for the fireworks can park at one of the City’s municipal parking lots nearby Harris Park, including Municipal Lots 12, 21, 6 and 20. Rates and locations can be found on the City of London website. 

On-street parking meters are free of charge on Wednesday, July 1. 

Map
Canada Day 2026 road closure map

 

Other ways to have fun on Canada Day

There are also many Canada Day celebrations happening throughout London. Learn more about what’s happening downtown at londonheritage.ca/CanadaDayLondon or find other fun Canada Day events at londontourism.ca. 

The City of London will be offering free recreational activities this Canada Day. You can find more information on the programs offered by visiting london.ca/CanadaDayRec.

City of London office closures

All City administrative offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, including City Hall, Citi Plaza, Ontario Works offices, and the Provincial Offences Administrative Office. Offices will reopen on Thursday, July 2.

Last modified:Thursday, June 25, 2026