
July 1st
Canada Day Victoria
Canada Day, celebrated on July 1st, marks the anniversary of the confederation of Canada in 1867, the birth of our nation through the union of its original provinces. It is a national holiday filled with festivities, reflecting Canadian pride and heritage.

Where to celebrate
Don't miss the city's biggest party! Canada Day celebrations take over Victoria's iconic Inner Harbour and Legislative precinct on July 1st. It's an all day affair with the show kicking off at 11:00am and running late into the evening, including Indigenous ceremonies, an International Food Village, live music, a drone show, and fireworks!
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Destination Greater Victoria is honoured to be based on the traditional territory of the Lekwungen-speaking peoples of the Songhees Nation and Xwsepsum Nation, whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.