Canada Day Fireworks in Durham Region – July 1, 2025

Celebrate Canada’s 158th birthday with dazzling fireworks across the Durham Region! Here’s your complete guide to the best shows happening on Tuesday, July  1, 2025:

1. Whitby – Victoria Fields

Highlights: The region’s largest and most spectacular fireworks display with food trucks, picnic zones, and family fun.

• Time: Fireworks at dusk (~10 p.m.)

• Info & Details: Whitby Canada Day Event 

2. Oshawa – Lakeview Park (55 Lakeview Park Ave)

Highlights: A festive afternoon (2–10 p.m.) with live music, vendors, a family zone, and a waterfront fireworks finale.

• Time: Fireworks at ~10 p.m.

• Info & Details: Oshawa Canada Day Celebration

  

3. Ajax – Ajax Downs (50 Alexander’s Crossing)

Highlights: Day-long entertainment, cultural performances, kids’ fun, food & beer booths, and a free shuttle service.

• Time: 2–10 p.m. with fireworks at 10 p.m.

• Info & Details: Ajax Downs Canada Day Event 

4. Pickering – Esplanade Park & Kinsmen Park

Highlights: Early-day festivities in Esplanade Park, then the main show in Kinsmen Park with live music and vendors.

• Time: Afternoon events, fireworks at 10 p.m.

• Info & Details: Pickering Canada Day Info 

5. Bowmanville (Clarington) – Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex

Highlights: Local community celebration with inflatables, entertainment, and evening fireworks.

• Time: Fireworks at 10 p.m.

• Info & Details: Clarington Canada Day 

6. Cannington – MacLeod Park

Highlights: Includes a car show, BBQ, kid zones, a beer tent, and fireworks to wrap up the day.

• Time: Fireworks at dusk (~10 p.m.)

• Info & Details: Cannington Canada Day Festival 

7. Newcastle – Diane Hamre Rec Centre

Highlights: Street vendors, inflatables, bike & dog parades, face-painting, and fireworks.

• Time: Day-event, fireworks at dusk (~10 p.m.)

• Info & Details: Newcastle Canada Day Event

8. Port Perry (Scugog) – Palmer Park

Highlights: Morning parade followed by entertainment, food stalls, and lakeside fireworks.

• Time: Fireworks at ~10 p.m.

• Info & Details: Port Perry/Scugog Canada Day Event 

9. Uxbridge – Elgin Park

Highlights: Family-friendly event; full schedule TBA but fireworks expected around 10 p.m.

• Info & Details: Uxbridge Canada Day Info 

10. Beaverton – Beaverton Fairgrounds

Highlights: Community-driven celebration with multi-generational activities and fireworks.

• Time: Dusk (~10 p.m.)

• Info & Details: Beaverton Canada Day Event 

Pro Tips for Attendees

• Plan ahead: Most events begin between 2–5 p.m. and end at 10 p.m. Fireworks are weather-dependent and typically scheduled for dusk.

• Arrive early: Popular sites like Whitby and Oshawa fill up fast — arrive by 5 p.m. to secure parking and spots.

• Pack smart: Bring chairs/blankets for comfort, cash/card for food vendors, and dress in layers for the cooler night air.

• Check transit: Ajax Downs offers a free shuttle — check local transit schedules for others. Roads may have closures.

• Stay updated: Follow municipal social media or click the event links above for last‑minute changes (weather cancellations/parking alerts).

Celebrate Safely & Proudly

Whatever your vibe — from big-city glitz to small-town charm — Durham Region has a Canada Day experience for you. 

Wishing everyone a happy, safe, and oh-so-sparkly Canada Day!