With just one week to go until Canada Day on July 1st, we thought we should update you with what is going on in Banff!
What is Canada Day?
Canada Day is Canada’s birthday! Canada was established as a self governing country in 1867 making Canada 143 years old next week on July 1st 2010.
What is happening in Banff on Canada Day?
There will be lots going on across the country – here is what will be happening in Banff (hosted by Parks Canada):
- 9:00am – 10:30am. Pancake breakfast at the Parks Administration Building, 101 Mountain Avenue.
- 12:00 – 5:00pm. The celebrations including live entertainment will continue at Central Park.
- 5:00pm Canada Day Parade
- 6:30pm – 11:00pm. More live entertainment and fun to be had at Central Park. Fireworks finale at 11:00pm.
With Banff National Park also celebrating it’s 125th anniversary, this Canada Day in Banff is set to be a really awesome day for all.
More Information:
- Entry into Banff National Park is free on July 1st!
- Banff weather forecast is predicting sunny skies and temperatures close to 30°C (86°F).
- More information can be found on Parks Canada’s website: www.parkscanada.gc.ca
More Details from Town of Banff:
9 – 11 a.m.
Parks Canada Pancake Breakfast
Parks Canada Admin Grounds
$3 per person
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sidewalk Art
Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Community Art Committee Sidewalk Art
Banff Town Hall
Noon
Central Park Activities Commence
5 – 6:15 p.m.
Banff Canada Day Parade
Banff Avenue
6:30 – 11 p.m.
Central Park Entertainment
11 p.m.
Banff Canada Day Fireworks
View from Central Park or Bow Avenue
Central Park Activities
- 12 noon Opening Ceremonies
- 12:30 p.m. The Hunt Family – Stoney First Nations Dance
- 1 p.m. Mountain Raks Belly Dancers
- 1:30 p.m. Alberta Zirka Ukrainian Performers
- 2 p.m. Steve Harmer’s Motivational Magic
- 2:30 p.m. Banff’s Stupid Pet Tricks
- 3 p.m. Parks Canada Mountain Wit Theatre
- 3:30 p.m. Banff Springs Hotel Filipino Dancers
- 6:30 p.m. Calgary Fiddlers
- 7:15 p.m. Keith Hitchner & Highwood – Country
- 8 p.m. Suds – Country/Rock
- 9 p.m. Suzie Q – High Energy Hits
- 10 p.m. Boneyard – Banff’s Local Rockers
- 11 p.m. Fireworks Finale
What to Bring:
- lawn chair(s) or blanket(s)
- sunscreen and hat
- an umbrella! – this event is “rain or shine”
- cash – no debit or credit cards will be accepted on site
- Share the spirit! Bring flags or wear shirts or hats sporting the maple leaf!
Banff Canada Day Parade Maps
