If you’re hoping to catch a fireworks show this Canada Day, you’ll want to plan ahead because there are surprisingly few public displays taking place across Vancouver Island this year.
While dozens of communities are hosting Canada Day celebrations with parades, live music and family activities, only a handful are ending the festivities with fireworks.
If you’re planning to watch the fireworks this year, expect the Victoria and Sidney shows to draw large crowds. Arriving early is recommended to secure a good viewing spot!
Here’s where you can catch them.
Sidney Days Fireworks (June 30th)
Sidney once again gets the celebrations started a day early with its annual Sidney Days kickoff on June 30th.
The evening begins with opening ceremonies at 7:30 p.m. in Beacon Park, followed by live music from The Hit List before the fireworks light up the waterfront at 10:15 p.m.
Food trucks will also be set up at nearby Eastview Park, making it a great evening for the whole family. An accessible viewing area will be available at the end of Beacon Wharf, along with temporary accessible parking on First Street.
- Where: Beacon Park and Sidney Waterfront
- When: Tuesday, June 30th
- Fireworks: 10:15 p.m.
Related: 8 celebrations happening on Canada Day in and around Victoria
Victoria HarbourCats Fireworks (June 30th)
Looking for fireworks with a side of baseball?
The Victoria HarbourCats’ annual Canada Day Eve game returns on June 30, with one of the city’s most popular fireworks shows immediately following the game at Wilson’s Group Stadium at Royal Athletic Park.
The HarbourCats only host three fireworks nights each season, and Canada Day Eve is traditionally one of their busiest games of the year, so fans are encouraged to grab tickets early.
- Where: Wilson’s Group Stadium at Royal Athletic Park
- When: Tuesday, June 30th
- Fireworks: Following the game
Victoria Canada Day Fireworks (July 1st)
Victoria’s annual Canada Day celebration returns to Leglislature lawns with a full day of entertainment before wrapping up with the region’s biggest fireworks display.
Festivities begin at 11 a.m. with food trucks, buskers and family-friendly activities throughout the Inner Harbour. Live entertainment starts at 4:30 p.m. on the Legislature stage, featuring performances by the lək̓ʷəŋən Traditional Dancers, Linggo, Bucan Bucan, Covers in a Dangerous Time and DJ Bryan Boitano.
The evening concludes with fireworks over the Inner Harbour beginning at approximately 10:20 p.m. Organizers say this year’s show will be the largest and longest display since Canada’s 150th anniversary celebrations.
- Where: Victoria Inner Harbour
- When: Wednesday, July 1st
- Fireworks: Approximately 10:20 p.m.
Unlike previous years, there are very few public fireworks displays scheduled around Vancouver Island for Canada Day.
That’s it… at least for now. Let us know about any public fireworks displays happening around Vancouver Island in the comments below and we’ll update the list!
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