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Canada Day 2025
- Date: Tuesday, July 1, 2025
- Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (George Lane Park) | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Emerson Lake)
- Location: Activities – George Lane Park | Fireworks – Emerson Lake
- Cost: Free
Daytime Festivities @ George Lane Park | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Celebrate Canada Day with an afternoon of fun in George Lane Park, featuring:
- Show and Shine Car Show by River City Classics
- Canada Day Market hosted by Inclusion Foothills
- Carnival-style Games include pop-up curling, cactus toss, skee ball, and giant checkers
- Balloon Twisters and surprise visits from superheroes
- Interactive Games led by Play Leaders
- Canada Day Cake Cutting at 2:00 PM
- Food Trucks offering a variety of eats and treats
Evening Concert & Fireworks @ Emerson Lake | 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Join us and special guest MC Sarah Scott, at Emerson Lake for an evening of live music and fireworks. The concert stage will be located at the intersection of 9 Street SE and 9 Avenue SE.
Live Performances:
- Ribeye Cap: Alberta’s meatiest music! Ribeye Cap serves up a hearty mix of Slavo-country, powerfolk, and cowboy country—rich, bold, and not exactly heart-healthy. Like the cut they’re named after, they’re all about big flavour and good times. Learn more: Ribeye Cap on Facebook.
- Backyard Betties: The Backyard Betties serve up a gritty blend of folk, roots, and Canadiana with raw energy and lived-in stories. Their music explores heartache, resilience, and hard-won wisdom, delivered with strength, edge, and a deep commitment to the craft. Known for their engaging live shows and honest lyrical approach, The Backyard Betties continue to carve out their own path in the root's scene — no gimmicks, just solid songs and performances that stay with you. Learn more: Backyard Betties on Facebook.
- Hillside Outlaws: A country duo known for their blend of gritty guitar riffs and authentic vocals. Since their debut in 2018, they have captivated audiences with their high-energy shows and original music. Learn more: Hillside Outlaws on Facebook
Following the final musical performance, there will be a fireworks display. Food trucks will be available throughout the evening. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to enjoy the concert comfortably.
For safety reasons, attendees are asked to leave pets at home, as the large crowds and fireworks may not be suitable for animals.
We look forward to welcoming the community for a fun and festive Canada Day celebration. For more information and updates, please visit highriver.ca/events or follow us on social media.