This coming weekend is the Victoria Day long weekend in Canada, with the holiday falling on Monday May 20. With just a month left until the start to summer, make the most of the warmer weather with one of the many things to do and see in the city, or embark on a nearby getaway to one of Ontario’s most charming small towns.
If you’re searching for the best place to see Victoria Day fireworks, there are a number of shows happening this weekend not too far from the city. Check out one of these spots for a dazzling display!
Ashbridges Bay Park
Ashbridges Bay Park will be putting on their annual Victoria Day Fireworks show this weekend featuring a mesmerizing show that typically lasts around 14 minutes long. Using roughly 2000 fireworks, the show peaks with a breathtaking finale. Check back for updates!
When: May 20 at dusk – 10 p.m.
Where: Ashbridges Bay Park, Toronto
Canada’s Wonderland
Canada’s largest theme park is now open for the season, and they’ll be celebrating Victoria Day in style with a massive fireworks show this Sunday evening. Starting at 10 p.m., the event will include a custom-design set to an original soundtrack for roughly 15 minutes. There will be 6000 colourful explosions reaching heights over 800 feet to awe at.
When: May 19 at 10 p.m.
Where: Canada’s Wonderland
1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive, Vaughan
Nobleton Victoria Day Fair
Just an hour north of Toronto in the town of King, the Nobleton Victoria Day Fair will take place on Victoria Day May 20th. After spending a day enjoying the fair’s live entertainment, mid-way rides, inflatables, food vendors, and more, the day will be capped with a stunning fireworks show starting at dusk. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets and chairs.
When: May 20, starting at dusk
Where: 15 Old King Road, Nobleton
Whitchurch-Stouffville Victoria Day Fireworks
Stouffville’s annual Victoria Day celebration happens this Friday, May 17 rain or shine, featuring food trucks, live music, and an amazing fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. The party will go down at Memorial Park and is also just an hour’s drive from Toronto.
When: May 7 at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Dundas Driving Park
71 Cross Street, Dundas