Canada Day is the perfect time to celebrate the True North with the people who matter most—your family! From backyard games to fireworks shows, there are countless ways to enjoy Canada Day 2025 with kids, teens, and adults alike.
Here’s a list of fun, easy, and memorable family-friendly Canada Day activities that everyone will love.
Start the day by getting everyone into the Canada Day spirit!
Wear red and white outfits
Add face paint, temporary maple leaf tattoos, or themed accessories
Hold a mini “Canada Day fashion show” and vote for the most festive look
Make breakfast a celebration with a patriotic twist:
Pancakes topped with strawberries and whipped cream
Maple syrup (of course!)
Red and white cupcakes or fruit skewers
Let the kids help in the kitchen for some festive family fun.
Craft time is great for all ages. Try:
Making Canadian flags out of popsicle sticks and paper
Creating paper maple leaf garlands
Decorating mason jars with red and white paint for centerpieces or lanterns
Tip:Set up a backyard “craft station” for even more interactive fun.
Turn your backyard into your own Canada Day festival!
Ideas include:
Water balloon toss
Sack races
Lawn bowling or bean bag toss
Canada Day scavenger hunt (hide red and white items around the yard)
End the day with a bang!
Attend your local fireworks show if available
Bring snacks, blankets, and glow sticks for the kids
Bonus: Let the little ones enjoy safe alternatives like sparklers or LED lights.
Make it fun and educational by talking about:
What Canada Day is and why we celebrate it
Fun facts about Canadian provinces and territories
Indigenous cultures and contributions
Read a children’s book about Canada, or quiz each other with some family trivia!
Have your kids draw pictures or write letters to grandparents or friends to say Happy Canada Day.
You can even send Canada Day flower bouquets or gift baskets to loved ones who live far away.
Whether it’s in your backyard, local park, or living room floor:
Pack your favorite Canadian treats
Bring a frisbee, board game, or kite
Enjoy quality screen-free time together as a family
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