July 1, 2025
Various locations across Airdrie

On July 1, Airdrie will be celebrating Canada Day with events  taking place throughout the city in various locations. 

To make Canada Day an enjoyable experience for all, we encourage you to get to the events on bikes, transit, e-scooters or on foot, and limit the use of parking spaces. Review the event parking and getting to the event section before visiting.

Please note, there are no community organizations hosting a pancake breakfast at City Hall this year.

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Downtown Airdrie

Hosted by Airdrie Parades

The first Canada Day parade was organized by the Airdrie Pro Rodeo committee in 1967 and currently organized by non-profit organization Airdrie Parades. Watch up to 100 floats gliding throughout the streets joined by 30,000 parade goers. Grab your blankets, lawn chairs and refreshments to enjoy the variety of unique displays. Don't forget to wear red and white! visit Airdrie Parades. Visit Airdrie Parades for more information.

9 a.m.
Downtown Airdrie

Come early and stay after the parade to explore downtown for a day packed with special promotions, sizzling BBQs and unique offerings from our amazing local businesses and organizations.

We've made it easy to find all the fun with our interactive map. Whether you're hunting for great deals, craving delicious food, or just want to soak up the vibrant atmosphere, our local shops have something for everyone. Come and explore!

Interactive Map

Use our interactive map to discover all the businesses that are open and celebrating Canada Day. Simply scan the QR code on posters around downtown or use this interactive map to find the best spots for food, shopping and entertainment at your fingertips.

Business Participation

Are you a downtown business owner? Sign up to be featured on our map and attract parade-goers to your store. Receive a promotional poster with a QR code linking to the map and be part of our marketing campaign.

Business sign up for Canada Day Downtown

11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Nose Creek Regional Park

Hosted by the Airdrie CultureFest Committee

Airdrie CultureFest is the city’s first multicultural community festival showcasing and celebrating Airdronians from all walks of life. Enjoy live music and performances, beer gardens, delicious food, cultural activities, and experience Airdrie’s vibrantly diverse communities. Visit continents across the world throughout the park, including Europe, Africa, Asia, North America and South America.

Bring your flag and celebrate what makes Airdrie an amazing place to live - you! For more information, visit Airdrie CultureFest. 

June 27 - July 1, 2025
Airdrie Rodeo Grounds

Hosted by Airdrie Rodeo Ranch Association

Enjoy the Airdrie Pro Rodeo! Immerse yourself in cowboy culture with an action-packed schedule of events. Visit Airdrie Pro Rodeo for more information. 

This annual event is organized by the Airdrie Rodeo Ranch Association, a not-for-profit, 100 per cent volunteer driven group of passionate community members who are committed to preserving our rural roots and promoting our great community.

10:45 - 11:05 p.m.
Chinook Winds Regional Park

Hosted by City of Airdrie

As part of a tradition, Canada Day will end with a fireworks display lighting up the sky. A 20-minute brilliant and dazzling artistic light performance to be enjoyed by all. Grab blankets, lawn chairs and snacks to watch the show. 

Parking is limited. Available parking lots near the site are:

• Rocky View Schools
• W.H. Croxford High School 
• Chinook Winds Regional Park

To enjoy your experience at the Canada Day events, please plan ahead with how you will get to the event. Parking is limited at event locations. 

Car pool or ride share

Plan to get dropped off and picked up or share a ride with family and friends.

Active transportation

Walking and rolling is always enjoyed using the City’s excellent pathways and sidewalks.

Visitors that are 16+ years old can use available e-scooters to access Chinook Winds Regional Park. We encourage riders to always wear a helmet and please follow local regulations including be respectful of other pathway/sidewalk users and park in appropriate places.