Roll, Stroll, and Celebrate!
This year, the City of Peterborough invites you to Roll, Stroll, and Celebrate: a joyful, inclusive, and accessible Canada Day event that honours the past, reflects on the present, and celebrates the diverse cultures that shape our community.
We’re reimagining Canada Day as a day of shared reflection, connection, and celebration through community, culture, and creativity. Events will take place across Quaker Foods City Square, City Hall, Millennium Park, and Del Crary Park throughout the day.
Full Event Schedule
Outdoor Movie Night - Monday, June 30 - Quaker Foods City Square
Remarks
Kick off the celebrations with a free family-friendly movie under the stars! Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show in the heart of downtown.
Movie Title: TBA
Canada Day – Tuesday, July 1 - City Hall
Remarks from Mayor Jeff Leal and local First Nations leaders.
Walk, roll, or bike with us down George Street North to Millennium Park.
Led by cultural groups and community partners, this vibrant procession celebrates accessibility, diversity, and unity.
Canada Day – Tuesday, July 1 - Bike Contest
Show off your decorated wheels before joining the community ride!
Open to all ages — kids and adults welcome
Fun prizes for categories like Most Creative, Best Use of Red & White, Best Helmet Design, and more
Loot bags for all participants
All riders must wear helmets and be accompanied by a parent/guardian
Waivers required to participate in the procession
After the contest, participants and their families will receive a brief safety talk before joining the Community Procession along George Street North.
All biking participants must:
Have a signed waiver (available on-site or download, print and sign: waiver for children or waiver for adults) Please bring your signed waiver to City Hall the day of the event.
Be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Wear a helmet — no exceptions
Let your creativity roll and don’t forget to cheer for all the amazing riders in our bike brigade!
Canada Day – Tuesday, July 1 - Millennium Park
Enjoy an afternoon of free, family-friendly fun by the river:
Main Stage: Music and dance
Family Activity Zone: Crafts, face painting, games, storytelling
Cultural Marketplace: Artisan vendors
Food and Beverage Vendors: Variety of food and drink
Community Tents: Local non-profits and cultural groups
Canada Day – Tuesday, July 1 - Del Crary Park
Wrap up the day with lakeside entertainment brought to you by Musicfest. To learn more about the event click here.
Canada Day – Tuesday, July 1 - Fireworks over Little Lake
End the day with a dazzling fireworks show lighting up the night sky over Little Lake, a Canada Day tradition you won’t want to miss!
We're calling on the community to help make this year’s celebration shine.
Applications are due by Friday, May 30 at 4 p.m.
Get involved as a sponsor!
If you would like to be a sponsor at our Canada Day celebrations, email our Corporate Sponsorship team to discuss how we can activate your brand.
Transit & Accessibility: The community procession route is accessible for all mobility devices. Transit detours will be posted closer to the event date.
Weather: This event will take place rain or shine! Dress for the weather and bring water.
Sustainability:
We’re committed to a more sustainable celebration:
Water refill stations will be available in Millennium Park
Free reusable water bottles will be provided to participants joining us at City Hall (while supplies last)
We encourage walking, biking, or taking public transit where possible
On Canada Day, we reflect on our country's history and its relationship with Indigenous nations.
We acknowledge that Peterborough is located on the treaty and traditional territory of the Mississauga Anishinaabeg and we are all treaty people.
Contact Us
City Hall
500 George St. N.
Peterborough, ON
K9H 3R9
Phone: 705-742-7777
Toll Free: 1-855-738-3755
Email Us
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