Canada Day 2025 – Celebrate with Us!
The Municipality of French River invites you to a fun-filled, family-friendly celebration on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the Alban Community Centre. Come enjoy live music, delicious food, kids’ activities, a vendor market, and a fireworks show at dusk — rain or shine!
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Alban Community Centre (796 Hwy 64, Alban)
What to Expect
- Opening Ceremony & O Canada
- Live Music: Danny Minor and the Travelling Collective (4:00–8:00 p.m.)
- Kids' Zone: Bouncy castles, face painting, candy cart
- Council BBQ: Hot dogs, burgers, chips, drinks – kids 18 & under eat FREE!
- Fire Department Dunk Tank
- Meet Your Emergency Services: OPP & EMS on-site
- Outdoor Vendor Market
- FIREWORKS @ DUSK!
Council BBQ – Cash Only
Grab a combo and support your community!
All proceeds go toward local events and initiatives.
Menu Highlights:
Hot Dog – $2
Burger – $2
Chips & Drinks – $1 each
Combo 1 - $5 (2 Hot Dogs + a chip + a drink)
Combo 2 - $5 (2 Burgers + a chip + a drink)
Kids 18 & under receive one FREE combo meal (while quantities last)
Vendor Market
Shop local and explore handmade goods, treats, and crafts.
Vendor applications accepted until June 27 at 4:00 p.m.
To register, contact:
minniefisher1@outlook.com
📞 416-738-0713
⚠️ Important Info for Attendees
- 🪑 Bring your own lawn chair – outdoor seating is not provided
- 🚰 Bring your own water bottle – free refill stations are available inside
- ☔ Rain Plan in effect – food, seating & programming will move indoors if needed
- 🏠 Accessible indoor seating & parking available
- 🚫 No alcohol permitted – this is a kid-friendly event
- 🚭 Smoking & vaping are prohibited under Ontario’s Smoke-Free Act
- 🚗 Parking is limited – please carpool if possible
Proudly Funded By
The Municipality of French River, the Government of Canada, and the French River Lions Club