Enjoy the Canada Day Parade and family-friendly activities July 1

(Fort McMurray, AB – June 23, 2026) – Celebrate Canada Day with neighbours, friends and family at the parade and free community events with activities for all ages. Show your Canadian spirit by wearing red, white and orange! 

We acknowledge with gratitude that the land on which we live, work and play is Treaty 8 territory, the traditional and ancestral land of the Cree, Dene and the unceded territory of the Métis. Let's celebrate Canada Day in a way that unites us as a community, while reflecting on the shared history of the country. 

Find a Canada Day event schedule and learn more at rmwb.ca/CanadaDay. 

Parade route and safety 

The Canada Day Parade starts at 10:30 a.m. at the corner of Main St. and Franklin Ave. After heading south on Franklin Ave., the parade will end at the corner of Riedel St. and Clearwater Dr.  

When viewing the parade, remember to stay on the sidewalk and behind any barricades. 

Please follow instructions from officials and volunteers and refrain from crossing the road once it’s been closed. After the parade, please be patient and wait for the road to reopen. 

Looking for a quieter parade experience? 

Main Street is designated as a Sensory Friendly Block from 10:15 to 10:30 a.m. for those in need of a quieter, calmer parade experience. During this time, floats and walking groups will turn off their music and sirens. 

Two days of Canada Day activities 

There are lots of ways to celebrate Canada Day this year! 

MacDonald Island Park are hosting two days of free live entertainment and family-friendly activities to bring the community together to celebrate Canada Day. Visit SMS Equipment Stadium for a variety of activities, including: 

• Fireworks and a free Community Concert, featuring Canadian artists, Derina Harvey Band, Tyler Whelan, Shantelle Davidson, and Matty Parlee. (June 30) 

• Face painting, live entertainment, community programming, and more! (July 1) 

Learn more at macdonaldisland.ca. 

The Multicultural Association of Wood Buffalo is hosting a free pancake and bannock breakfast at kiyām Community Park from 8 to 10 a.m. on July 1. 

Learn more at mcawb.org. 

New this year: The Fort McMurray Youth Soccer Association (FMYSA) is hosting a day of soccer fun for a variety of ages! (July 1) 

Howard Pew Park, 1 – 4 p.m.: This portion of the day is designed for younger players, siblings, parents, and families to enjoy soccer in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Get ready for: 

• Little kickers zone, mini obstacle courses, face painting and photo opportunities, and more! 

Syncrude Athletic Park, 4:30 – 8:30 p.m.: This portion of the day is designed for more experienced players. Get ready for: 

• Kickathon challenges, pre-registered 5-A-Side Games, accuracy shooting, fastest shot competition, and more! 

Learn more and register for 5-A-Side Games at fmysa.ca 

Temporary lane and road closures

Plan your route in advance and expect minor delays during the parade. The following lane and road closures will be in place on July 1: 

• Clearwater Dr. from Main St. to Riedel St. (city side southbound lanes only) will be temporarily closed for float marshaling from 6:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 

• Clearwater Dr. from Main St. to Riedel St. (river side northbound lanes only) will become 2-way traffic lanes from 6:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 

• Father Mercredi St. at the intersection of Father Mercredi St. and Clearwater Dr. will be temporarily closed for float marshaling from 6 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

• Hardin St. at the intersection of Hardin St. and Clearwater Dr. will be temporarily closed for float marshaling from 6 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

• Main St. from Clearwater Dr. to MacDonald Av. will be temporarily closed from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 

• Franklin Av. from Morrison St. to Alberta Dr. will be temporarily closed from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  

• Riedel St. from Franklin Av. to Clearwater Dr. will be temporarily closed from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 

Intersections will reopen as the parade passes. To help reduce traffic congestion, please do not follow the parade. Turn in the opposite direction when leaving. 

RMWB Transit detours