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Port Coquitlam Canada Day 2026
Event Overview
Celebrate Canada Day in Port Coquitlam with a full day of free community activities, live entertainment, food vendors, market vendors, a beverage garden, family-friendly fun, and a grand fireworks finale. Taking place on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, the celebration includes morning activities across the city and a major afternoon and evening festival at Castle Park.
From the Lions Club Pancake Breakfast and Fishing Derby to live music headliners April Wine and Owen Riegling, Port Coquitlam Canada Day offers something for all ages.
Date & Time
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Main Celebration at Castle Park
1:00 PM – Dusk
Fireworks Finale
10:15 PM
Locations
Castle Park
2252 Castle Crescent
Port Coquitlam, BC
Port Coquitlam Community Centre
2150 Wilson Avenue
Port Coquitlam, BC
Lions Park
2300 Lions Way
Port Coquitlam, BC
Leigh Square
2253 Leigh Square Place
Port Coquitlam, BC
Admission
Free
Event Highlights
Live Entertainment
Enjoy a full afternoon and evening of live performances at Castle Park featuring:
- April Wine
- Owen Riegling
- Daniel Wesley
- Whiskey Blind
- Carmelina Cupo
- Cookin' With Brass
Fireworks Finale
Celebrate the end of the day with a spectacular fireworks display at 10:15 PM.
Morning Activities
Start Canada Day early with:
- Pancake Breakfast at Port Coquitlam Community Centre
- Fishing Derby at Lions Park
- Free drop-in basketball and lacrosse
- Fountain shows in Leigh Square
Food Vendors
Enjoy local eats from vendors including:
- Kona Ice of Chilliwack
- Tornado Potato
- Rocky Point Ice Cream
- Sweet Tooth Creamery
- Reel Mac & Cheese
- Salty's Lobster Express
- Whistler Wood Fire Pizza
- The Mad Greek
- Mahskiko Food
- 4th Port Coquitlam Scouts
Beverage Garden
Adults can enjoy local drinks from:
- NiceLife Cocktail Co.
- Taylight Brewing
- Tinhouse Brewing Co.
Market Vendors
Shop local at the Canada Day Market featuring handmade goods, treats, wellness products, art, jewellery, baked goods, fitness vendors, and community businesses.
Family Activities
Visitors can enjoy:
- Spray park
- Art zone
- Face painting
- Community safety tent
- Kids activities
- Market booths
- Outdoor entertainment
Entertainment Schedule
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Cookin' With Brass
2:05 PM – 3:05 PM
Carmelina Cupo
3:25 PM – 3:40 PM
Mayor and VIP Speeches & O Canada
3:40 PM – 5:10 PM
Daniel Wesley
5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Whiskey Blind
7:05 PM – 8:20 PM
April Wine
8:45 PM – 10:15 PM
Owen Riegling
10:15 PM
Fireworks
Free Shuttle Service
Free shuttle buses will run approximately every 30 minutes from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM from designated stops across Port Coquitlam, including:
- Minnekhada Middle School
- James Park Elementary School
- Pitt River Middle School
- Kilmer Elementary School
- Port Coquitlam Community Centre
Return shuttle service from Castle Park will continue after the event until attendees waiting for rides have been transported.
Accessibility
The event includes:
- Accessible shuttle service
- Accessible parking
- Accessible washrooms
- Accessible viewing areas for stage and fireworks
- Sensory-friendly space
- Ear plugs available
- Misting tent
- ASL interpretation for speeches
Why Attend Port Coquitlam Canada Day?
Port Coquitlam Canada Day is one of the Tri-Cities' biggest July 1 celebrations, combining live music, family fun, local food, shopping, and fireworks into one full-day community event. With free admission, free shuttle service, and entertainment for all ages, it is a great way to celebrate Canada Day with family and friends.
Event Details
Event
Port Coquitlam Canada Day 2026
Date
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Main Location
Castle Park, Port Coquitlam
Admission
Free
Suitable For
All Ages
