Friday July 1, 2016 marks Canada’s 149th birthday, and there are many events across Edmonton to celebrate Canada Day.

Here is a list of things to do in Edmonton and its surrounding area to help you plan your holiday fun:

Canada Day Fireworks

The main event kicks off at 11 p.m. and viewing locations include:

  • Alberta Legislature Grounds
  • Victoria Park (River Valley Road)
  • Government House Park (Groat Road and River Valley Road)
  •  Edmonton Ballpark – where you can also take in the baseball game between the Edmonton Prospects against the Regina Red Sox at 7 p.m.

According to the city, no viewing will be available from Kinsmen Park.

Alberta Legislature

From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., there will be family-friendly entertainment and a number of activities for all ages at the Legislature grounds, including live musical events from local talents.

City Hall

The City Hall will be welcoming families to take a tour of the building, and enjoy crafts, displays, and live music and dancing from noon until 4 p.m.

Art Gallery

The Art Gallery will have art activities and exhibitions all for free from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Edmonton Valley Zoo

Celebrate Canada Day and the Edmonton Zoo’s 57th birthday with Canadian animals and red and white cupcakes from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Muttart Conservatory

The Muttart conservatory will celebrate Canada Day with live music, face painting and crafts from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Fort Edmonton Park

Celebrate Dominion Day at Fort Edmonton Park with a parade and a toast to the Queen and more royal activities from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Mill Woods

From 1 p.m. until fireworks begin at 11 p.m., Mill Woods Park will host activities for everyone in the family, including hay rides, carnival games, a petting zoo and live music.

Fireworks outside of Edmonton (all at 11 p.m.)

  • St. Albert: Mission Park
  • Spruce Grove: Jubilee Park
  • Leduc: Leduc Recreation Centre
  • Beaumont: Four Seasons Park
  • Strathcona County: Broadmoor Lake Park