Canada Day on the LaHave

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
We're excited to announce that plans are underway for the return of Canada Day on the LaHave on July 1, 2023!

The Town's Canada Day on the LaHave Committee is extremely pleased to partner once again with the South Shore Multicultural Association, the Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce, and DesBrisay Museum to plan an outstanding day of fun and excitement, multicultural activities, great food, and so much more! We're also excited to share information on all the other events taking place in and around our community to celebrate Canada.

We will continue to update this web page and our online map as more exciting events are added in the lead up to July 1, so keep checking back!

Please understand that the schedule of events/performers is subject to change without notice. In terms of weather, barring a major storm, Canada Day on the LaHave is a rain-or-shine event. Please come dressed for the weather, whether it's hot, cool, or rainy!

FIREWORKS
In the event fireworks are postponed because of fire risk, wind or rain, they will be rescheduled as soon as possible, pending the availability of Bridgewater Fire Department members to facilitate the show!

For a complete map of EVEYRTHING happening in Bridgewater on Canada Day, please visit www.bridgewater.ca/canadamap or check out the detailed events listing below!


CANADA DAY BREAKFAST
>>> Branch 24 Royal Canadian Legion
From 8 to 12 Noon at 78 Churchill Street


CANADA DAY BLOCK PARTY YARD SALE & BAKE SALE
>>> Bridgewater Curling Club
From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 90 Dominion Street


MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL
>>> 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Woodland Gardens/DesBrisay Museum
PLUS more fun on site, including cultural activities for all ages, food trucks, and craft vendors.

Details to come!

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ALSO DesBrisay Museum will be open to the public and the amazing staff team there have some great activities and fun planned for the day! Pop on inside to say hello and explore what they have to offer!

FREE BRIDGEWATER TRANSIT
>>> Bridgewater Transit will be running FREE to use from 11 a.m. to 12 Midnight thanks to the support of the Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce
Follow the bus online at www.bridgewater.ca/bus

CANADA DAY FREE SWIM
>>> O'Regan's Subaru Outdoor Swimming Pool
Pack your towel and sunscreen and come cool down for FREE. Time 12 noon to 3 p.m. courtesy of Canada Day on the LaHave and the Town of Bridgewater.


KING STREET KITCHEN PARTY
>>> 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Downtown Bridgewater

Starting at 4
- LIVE MUSIC @ Pijinuiskaq Park; details to come!

- Food Truck Vendors on King Street between Dominion and Empire; details to come!

- Baggles the Clown near Old Bridge

- Halifax Henna @ Pijinuiskaq Park Look Off

- Pirates of Halifax near North Parkade, made possible by The Peeler Family

- 143 Construction Engineering Flight tent and face painting

- Motorcycle Show & Shine @ Town Centre Parking Lot

- Games on the Go near Old Bridge

- BBQ hosted by MP Rick Perkins

- Sparkle Tattoots with Norena's Glitter Girls

- LIVE music at Firkinstein; details to come

- LIVE music at King Street Beer; details to come

FRESH AIR FILMS
>>> North Parkade at apx. 9 p.m.
- Details to come!

BRIDGEWATER FIRE DEPARTMENT BAND AT THE LOOKOFF
>>> Starting at 10:20 p.m.
- Bridgewater Fire Department Band @ Pijinuiskaq Park Look Off prior to and during the fireworks!

FIREWORK SHOW
>>> Starting at 10:30 p.m.
- Fireworks made possible by the Bridgewater Fire Department (again, pending fire risk, wind and weather conditions)

PLUS! Other open businesses in Downtown Bridgewater on Canada Day include:
>>> Many downtown businesses will be open July 1! Here's a listing of those we've heard from so far, in addition to those hosting special events already listed above!
Fancy Pants
IOS Greek Donair and Pizza
Jessy's Pizza
Ko's Restaurant
La Casetta
The River Pub