u/kazkibergetic

Looking for a different way to kick off Canada Day?

Welland Canals Trail parkrun is holding a special Canada Day event this Wednesday, July 1 at 9:00 AM.

It's a free, timed 5K along the Welland Canal. You can run, jog, or walk—there's no time limit, and all ages and abilities are welcome. First-timers are encouraged!

📍 Start: Welland Canals Trail, below Lock 3, near St. Catharines Museum
⏰ Briefing: 8:45 AM
🏃 Start: 9:00 AM

Register once beforehand and bring your barcode, printed or on your phone, so your time can be recorded:
https://www.parkrun.ca/register/

More info:
https://www.parkrun.ca/wellandcanalstrail/

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/welland_canals_trail_parkrun/

Wear your red and white, bring a friend or the family, and come celebrate Canada Day with the local community and tourists!

keep seeing people ask what's happening for Canada Day, so here's a quick summary of the official celebrations:

📍 Montebello Park (12 PM – 10 PM)

• Free admission
• Food trucks & craft beverages
• Family activities, inflatables, LEGO lounge, magician, and more

🎶 Live Music

• The Trews (headline act)
• The Strictly Hip
• Julianna Riolino
• Sully Burrows
• The Thuds

🎆 Drone Show + Fireworks

• 10:00 PM at 📍Rennie Park, Port Dalhousie
• First-ever combined drone and fireworks show in St. Catharines

🚌 Free Shuttle Service
Available from Seymour-Hannah Sports and Entertainment Centre to help avoid parking headaches.

Honestly, I had no idea The Trews were playing or that there was going to be a drone show. Seems like a pretty solid lineup for a free event.

Anyone planning to go to Montebello Park, the fireworks/drone show, or both?