Fireworks are the cherry on top of any perfect Canada Day. With Victoria Day recently passed and July 1 just around the corner, we have yet another excuse to pull out the Roman candles and lawn chairs. Here are a few places in Toronto where you can sit down, kick back and enjoy a colourful show to celebrate Canada’s birthday.
Toronto Island
June 30
Get a front-row seat (minus the crowd) at Toronto Island, where you’ll get a picturesque view of the skyline as fireworks explode above.
Downsview Park
June 30, 10 p.m.
Beginning at approximately 10pm, Downsview will be holding a fireworks show that will be best enjoyed from the Meadow or Festival Terrace. Better yet, admission and parking is free!
Harbourfront Centre
June 30, 10:30 p.m.
Drop by the downtown shores of Lake Ontario to enjoy a fireworks show put on by the Harbourfront Centre. The show will begin at 10:30pm and admission is free. The fireworks will also be viewable from Toronto Island, Cherry Beach, and in the surrounding area of Polson Pier.
Trinity Bellwoods
July 1
There’s no official fireworks show, but Trinity Bellwoods often plays host to an impromptu show where visitors bring their own fireworks. Not necessarily the best display in town, but definitely the go-to spot if you want to lay back and crack a few (illegal! illegal!) beers with friends.
Centennial Park
July 1
Overlapping with Toronto’s Ribfest, Centennial Park will be hosting a night full of ribs and fireworks that will begin at dusk. The suggested admission price is $2, and all proceeds will be going towards charity.
Ashbridges Bay Park
July 1, 9:30 p.m.
Enjoy the biggest annual lights show at Ashbridges Bay Park alongside Lake Ontario. The show is set to happen after 9:30pm, and admission is free.
Canada’s Wonderland
July 1, 10 p.m.
Out of the downtown core, Canada’s Wonderland in Vaughan is hosting a fireworks show set to start at 10 p.m. Enjoy a ride on a roller coaster or hang around Wonder Mountain to view the spectacular show. Admission prices vary.
Amesbury Park
July 1, 10:15 p.m.
Celebrate Canada Day with multicultural entertainment at Amesbury Park. Fireworks begin at 10:15pm and admission is free.
Mel Lastman Square
July 1, 10:15 p.m.
The fireworks show is scheduled to begin at 10:15pm, shortly after the musical performances of After Hours, Jay Douglas and The All Stars, and Lula All Stars. Admission is free.
Stan Wadlow Park
July 1, 10:30 p.m.
The sky will light up around 10:30pm, following performances on the main stage at Stan Wadlow Park.
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