Charlottetown announces Canada Day activities
CHARLOTTETOWN,
P.E.I. – Victoria Park will be buzzing with family-friendly activities and live music on Canada Day, Monday, July 1.
The festivities kick off at 8 a.m. with the Victoria Park Kids of Steel Triathlon, presented by Triathlon P.E.I. This event is part of Triathlon Canada’s program designed to introduce youth to the sport in a supportive environment. Registration and a fee are required to participate. More information can be found at tripei.ca.
At noon, the P.E.I. Regiment will honour the day with a 21 Gun Salute at the Victoria Park cannons. Simultaneously, the family fun zone will open, featuring games, inflatables, and giveaways, as well as a new interactive area with Indigenous artisans and cultural demonstrations.
Food lovers can explore the Tastes of Canada (and Beyond) zone from noon to 7 p.m., offering a variety of local and international cuisines, including vegan options from Stir It Up Vegan Kitchen.
The official opening ceremony begins at 1 p.m., featuring a local Indigenous cultural performance and speeches by Mayor Philip Brown and other guests.
From 1:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., enjoy Coastal Vibes, an allday musical celebration headlined by The Fabulously Rich: The Tragically Hip Tribute, along with performances by seven other Maritime bands and musicians.
The day will finish with a fireworks display at 10 p.m. New this year, the city, in partnership with the Autism Society of P.E.I., will offer noise-cancelling headphones for individuals with sensory sensitivities. These will be available from 9 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis.
All activities are weather permitting.
Updates will be posted on the City’s social media channels.