Canada Day
Join us for a spectacular 3-day event of music, celebrating Canada Day and our 50th anniversary!
The Niagara Jazz Festival presented by TD Ready Commitment will kick off our spectacular three-day celebration starting with International Jazz musicians, artisans and food vendors on Sunday, June 29th from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The festivities will continue on Monday, June 30th with North American Blues musicians at the popular Rock ‘N Blues event from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. On Tuesday, July 1st, we will celebrate City of Thorold's 50th Anniversary at 1 p.m. All three days of free music will include artisans, community booths, and food vendors. We will showcase a Wall of Reflection and a massive birthday card for residents to sign. We will close the 3-day long weekend with fireworks at 10 p.m. All of these free events will take place in Battle of Beaverdams Park.
Be a part of City of Thorold's 50 Anniversary, and participate in all of our planned activities below >>>
City of Thorold's 50th Anniversary
Please bring ID for a wrist band to be able to consume alcoholic beverages in the Park. Only sealed non-alcoholic drinks are allowed by Security. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets, as the City looks forward to a big turn out, and seating will be limited. Although parking is FREE throughout the City, plan to carpool with friends or take the Niagara Region transit. This is not an animal-friendly event, though service animals are welcomed.
Want to be a food vendor at this year's Canada Day event?
Vendors interested in applying to sell food at this year’s three-day Canada Day event should fill out our digital vendor application and include any necessary documents. All of these PDFs can be emailed to event@thorold.ca. Please include the email subject line “Food Vendor Application – 2025 Canada Day Celebrations – (your business name)”.
The fee for participating Vendors is $250 per location and includes all 3 days of the event. Additional details are available in the Vendor Application package.
Successful applicants will be contacted in order to proceed with next steps such as payment of the Vendor Participation Fee and Certificate of Insurance. Download the application package via the button below. >>>
Canada Day Food Vendor Application
Any non-food vendors and artisans interested in participating as a vendor at the three-day long Canada Day event and have questions, please contact Mary from the Niagara Jazz Festival by email vendors@niagarajazzfestival.com or complete the application form below. >>>
Want to be a sponsor and show your community spirit?
Sponsors allow us to provide impactful events and programs to the Thorold community. Sponsors can choose from a number of packages that will showcase their business. At the City of Thorold, we build relationships. Choose your package today >>>
Any Questions?
For more information or to learn about the various sponsorship levels, email the Event Planner at event@thorold.ca
Sunday, June 29
11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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11:00 to 11:15 a.m. Opening Remarks (NJF) / Indigenous Opening 11:15 to 11:30 a.m. Opening Remarks Mayor Ugulini + Dignitaries 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Tamburitza Group 12:45 to 1:30 p.m. RS Organ Quartet 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Johannes Linstead 3:00 p.m. African Dance Lesson 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sonia Aimy 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Angelique Francis 5:00 p.m. Latin Dance Lesson 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cabo Cuba Jazz 7:30 p.m. Bhangra Dance Lesson 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. The Snake Charmer
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12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Youth Performers 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. Youth Performers 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. PK Hummingbird Steel Orchestra 4:30 to 5:00 p.m. Ashley St. Pierre Trio 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. Glendon Smith Trio 7:30 to 8:00 p.m. Nicholas Mustapha Trio
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Monday, June 30
3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
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4 to 5:30 p.m. Pretzel Logic Featuring the music of Steely Dan and a band of Firsts. First band to play the Air Canada Centre (now Scotiabank Centre), Casino Rama and Casino Windsor Main Stages. Records can be surmounted but when you’re first in, you’re always that! First-call musicians: Carmela Long, Glass Tiger; Marco Luciani, Gino Vanelli; Paul DeLong, Kim Mitchell. And the first Dan tribute band, world-wide, to call itself Pretzel Logic.
6 to 7:30 p.m. Orangeman Orangeman is an explosive, non-stop, party rock band delivering a carefully compiled song list of knock out dance hits from the ‘70s through to the ‘2ks. Their commitment to musical perfection, strong vocals, and performance has helped to build an impressive following of wildly enthusiastic fans!
8 to 10 p.m. Blackburn Brothers |
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KIDS ZONE |
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3:30 to 8:30 p.m. Inflatables (Obstacle course for older youth) (Bouncer for younger children) 3:30 to 8:30 p.m. Face Painters 5 to 6 p.m. Bubble Show 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Elsa, Spiderman & Wonder Woman 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Glinda and Elphaba |
Tuesday, July 1
1 p.m. to 10 p.m.
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4 to 5:30 p.m. The Country Junkies The Country Junkies are Niagara's premier country band. A true, local "super-group", its members have decades of combined experience in some of Southern Ontario's hottest bands. Their various musical styles combine to create a sound that appeals to almost anyone. Their live show is not one to be missed, with comical antics and a spirited energy that leaves you feeling like you just experienced a big-stage performance.
6 to 7:30 p.m. The Figure Four Band The Figure Four has over 25 years of performing live music at community events in Niagara. Their "all request party" model is designed to always deliver a one-of-a-kind performance tailored to the event and audience to ensure crowd engagement and satisfaction.
8 to 10 p.m. Vinyl Flux Vinyl Flux is Southern Ontario’s premiere classic rock powerhouse of seasoned and accomplished professional musicians that strive for perfect replication of every song they play. Performing songs from some of the greatest classic rock artists of our time, their repertoire features note-for-note renditions of legendary artists and musical heroes that inspired generations of great musicians. |
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1 to 10 p.m. 1 to 9 p.m. Inflatables (Obstacle course for older youth) (Bouncer for younger children) 1:30 to 9:30 p.m. Face Painters 5 p.m. Foam Party
3 p.m. BenTastic Fantastic Magic He’s headlined the kids’ stage at the Calgary Stampede, performed for Disney Cruise Line, and wowed crowds from coast to coast with his high-energy, laugh-out-loud magic. Known for turning everyday moments into unforgettable memories, his show is packed with comedy, wonder, and interactive fun that keeps both kids and grown-ups grinning from ear to ear.
3 to 5 p.m. Bluey, Paw Patrol 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Pikachu, Mario & Luigi 7 to 8 p.m. Foam Party
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| FIREWORKS |
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10 p.m. |
| Platinum Level $5,000 and over |
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| Gold Level $2,500 to $4,999 |
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| Silver Level $1,000 to 2,499 |
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| Friends of Thorold $150 minimum |
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Photography at the City of Thorold Events
During programs and events, photographs, video and/or sound recordings may be taken. These images will be used to promote the City of Thorold and its activities, services or programs.
By attending programs and events, you grant permission to the City of Thorold and persons acting for or through them, the right to use, reproduce and/or distribute images, video and sound recordings on the City of Thorold website, social media outlets, and print publications. The photographs, video and sound recordings may be used for an indefinite period of time.
The City of Thorold does not sell the photos to any third parties. However, once these are posted online, they are accessible to anyone.
Concerns?
Please speak to a staff member at the event you are attending if you do not wish for your photo to be taken or used. Contact the Community Relations Specialist at communications@thorold.ca if you have any other questions or concerns.
Photo Gallery of Kids Zone 2024
Enjoy the photo gallery of the Kids Zone during the Rock 'n Blues and Canada Day festivities >>>
Welcoming over 7000+ visitors to Beaverdams Park on Canada Day 2024
Enjoy an aerial video of Battle of Beaverdams Park on Canada Day as we welcomed over 7000 + people to Thorold >>>
Spectacular Fireworks to celebrate Canada Day 2024
Enjoy an aerial video of the spectacular fireworks at Battle of Beaverdams Park to celebrate Canada Day >>>
Vendor Map of Beaverdams Park for Rock 'n Blues on the Battlefield and Canada Day 2024
Download a vendor map of Battle of Beaverdams Park that you can print out at home >>>
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