Canada Day Festivities - Grande Prairie

Join us for our annual Canada Day celebrations!

Date: Friday, July 1

Time: Parade from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

        Park activities from 2:30 p.m. to midnight

        Fireworks starting at 11:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

Location: Muskoseepi Park

Canada Day Parade

Celebrations kick-start with the return of the Canada Day parade beginning at 1 p.m.

The parade travels from 108 Avenue in Hillside and ends at the Leisure Centre parking lot at 2:30 p.m.

Local businesses and organizations are encouraged to submit a Parade Entry Application and join the festivities.

Please note: parade fees have been waived for 2022.

Muskoseepi Park Activities

Muskoseepi Park will be booming with the following activities starting at 2:30 p.m.:

Bouncy castles
Food trucks
Carnival rides
Carnival-themed games
Live entertainment at the amphitheater
The Grande Prairie Outdoor Pool is open from noon to 10 p.m. for drop-in swimming.

Fireworks

To cap off the evening, the City returns to its traditional, in-person main fireworks display setting off at 11:30 p.m. from the reservoir at Muskoseepi Park to finish the celebrations with a bang.

The City of Grande Prairie is thrilled to host another year of Canada Day activities brought to you by the Government of Canada.

Canada Day Tips and Reminders
Here are a few quick reminders to make Canada Day celebrations as enjoyable as possible for everyone:

Bring a mat, blanket or other type of parade seating that is comfortable for sitting but not obtrusive for other parade viewers
Stay back on the sidewalk and do not run into the street during the parade
No public washrooms are available along the parade route
There is no parking available in Muskoseepi Park
Ernie Radbourne Pavilion washrooms will be available from noon to 5 p.m.
Portable toilets are located around the park until the end of the event
Small strollers are recommended as sidewalk space will be limited
Dress appropriate for weather conditions
No alcohol is permitted during any Canada Day celebrations
No pets are allowed during the fireworks, parade or celebrations as the loud noise and large crowds may cause stress to the animals
Dispose of garbage and recycling in appropriate receptacles and avoid littering to keep the neighbourhood clean
Be courteous and respectful in sharing the space with other attendees

Live Entertainment Lineup for Canada Day Celebrations

The City of Grande Prairie is thrilled to announce a special live entertainment lineup for
its Canada Day celebrations at Muskoseepi Park on July 1.
Performances begin at 3:45 p.m. from the amphitheatre in Muskoseepi Park. This year’s
live music will feature a diverse selection of local talent including:
• The Legendary Life of Tom Petty featuring Clayton Bellamy – 8:45 p.m.
• JayWalker – 7:30 p.m.
• Northbloods – 6:15 p.m.
• Christina Rogers – 5:30 p.m.
• McKindred – 4:45 p.m.
• Brent Boivin – 4:15 p.m.
• Mandee Rae – 3:45 p.m.

The City looks forward to hosting another year of Canada Day celebrations featuring a
parade, live music, bouncy castles, carnival rides and carnival-themed games.
To see more Canada Day details, please visit cityofgp.com/canadaday.