Submitted by City of Selkirk
A strong sense of Canadian pride has been shining through lately — and there’s no better way to celebrate Canada Day, Selkirk-style, than by heading to the Waterfront on July 1.
The city’s annual summer party, presented by the City of Selkirk, is a free event that has something for everyone.
Ellie Longbottom, Selkirk’s Culture Coordinator, says the event draws thousands every year for a day of fun, food and entertainment.
Annual celebration features a maker’s market, Kids Zone, Tales & Trails and more
“We have a great day planned and we’re excited to see everyone’s smiling faces out having a good time in honour of Canada’s birthday,” Longbottom said.
“The list of activities and performers is long, but the event isn’t just on the Waterfront, the Selkirk Park Pool is free to residents and non-residents on Canada Day and United for Literacy Tales & Trails will once again have a storybook walk just outside of the pool area in the park. If you’re in line for the pool, it’ll help to pass the time.”
This year’s book is “Métis Like Me” by Tasha Hilderman and the walk will be set up from noon to 8pm. The pool is open from noon to 8pm, weather permitting, and the accompanying splash pad is as well.
The Kids Zone runs from 4pm to 8pm and includes Glitter Bug Glitter Tattoos, Kurrent Motion Hoop Jam, Mr. Circus and his fun-for-everyone Bubble Barn. The City of Selkirk’s Block Party Equipment Trailer will be onsite loaded with fun games for families to play and enjoy.
A Makers Market, hosted by Bud and Bloom, returns for its third Canada Day. The market features 100 per cent handmade goods, including honey, soap, jewellery, candy and much, much more.
Access Credit Union Stage — Rockin’ All Night Long
You’ll want to bring your lawn chair and find a good spot to watch the live bands on the Access Credit Union Stage beginning at 4pm.
Local faves Notre Dame take the stage at 6pm. The Selkirk band plays radio hits from the ‘70s right up to today and have a dynamic, well-rounded sound. Put your dancing shoes on for this one!
At 7:15pm it’s The Stanley County Cutups, known for their hard-driving banjo solos and rich four-part harmonies. The group plays bluegrass covers and original songs.
At 8:30pm Heartbreaker takes the stage with a raw, electrifying tribute to Pat Benatar. Singer Ali’s powerful vocals capture Benatar’s iconic intensity, and she’s backed by four exceptional musicians.
Men in Kilts close the evening at 10pm with their blend of traditional Celtic and French music with rock. Their signature kilts and dynamic sound have been entertaining audiences since 1999. It’s an energetic show you won’t want to miss.
More acts will be announced online soon.
The best fireworks in the Interlake
The fireworks are set to light up the sky at 11pm, but a reminder to all to please check the City of Selkirk’s website to make sure they are happening as rain or dry windy conditions can change plans. The Blue Bridge will also be closed from 10:30pm to 11:30pm on Canada Day.
Selkirk Transit will operate for free from 5pm until the fireworks wrap up. For those who want to take the bus home, it will be parked in front of the Garry Theatre and depart when the fireworks are over.
If you’re driving to Canada Day, please be aware there is limited parking available in the parking lot of Superior Avenue. Accessible parking is available in the parking lot next to the north entrance to the Waterfront (Eveline at Superior). A valid handicap permit is required to use this lot.
Walking or riding your bike to the event on one of the city’s Active Transportation pathways is encouraged! You won’t have to look for a parking spot and your bike can be locked up securely at one of the many bike racks on Eveline Street or Manitoba Avenue. For full event details, visit MySelkirk.ca/CanadaDay.
