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Canadian rapper headlines Richmond Hill Canada Day celebrations

Kardinal Offishal will be among the performers on a day that will see the city also celebrate its 150th anniversary, with midway, exhibits, games, fireworks
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Richmond Hill is hosting a day of family entertainment for Canada Day, including a fireworks finale and festivities from 2 to 11 p.m. at Richmond Green Park

The event, presented by Tim Hortons and partially funded by the Government of Canada, includes live entertainment, games, a midway, demonstrations and exhibitions at the park at 1300 Elgin Mills Rd. East. Food and drink concessions will also be available along with a licensed, outdoor patio. 

, with a fireworks display starting at 10 p.m. that will illuminate the sky!

Here's what's happening at 2023 Canada Day

Main Stage, 2 to 11 p.m.
Entertainment for all ages, including the Richmond Hill Concert Band, Saint O, Girl Pow-R, the ever popular Rubik’s Cube contest, four-piece indie-folk band I, the Mountain, and DJ, HUMAN KEBAB (a.k.a. Jason Parsons). At 8 p.m., headliner Kardinal Offishall takes to the stage. He is the first rapper from Canada in history to top the Billboard Hot 100 charts. Recently, Kardinal served as a judge on Canada’s Got Talent.

RH150 Themed Activities, 2 to 10 p.m.
Join the celebrations to mark Richmond Hill’s 150th anniversary. Take part in an RH150 themed scavenger hunt, snap a photo with an oversized RH150 photo installation, and share your memories and favourite things about the city in the speakers corner to be featured in the RH150 legacy video.

Superior Events Midway, 2 to 10 p.m.
Play all day in one of the region’s largest midways with more than 20 mechanical and inflatable attractions and a low-impact play-zone for toddlers. Individual tickets and unlimited ride wristbands available.

Community Corner, 2 to 8 p.m.
Enjoy exhibitor booths, sports demonstrations and cultural performances under the Wedding Gazebo. Pre-register online to take part in an array of contests.

Art Exhibit at Boynton House, 2 to 8 p.m.
Showcasing contemporary arts and crafts, local art organizations and schools. Watch artist demonstrations, purchase one-of-a-kind art from established artists, undiscovered talents, art groups and organizations.

Fireworks at 10 p.m.
Enjoy one of the region’s largest pyro-musical fireworks displays, choreographed to a melody of songs by various Canadian artists. Watch for the purple and gold fireworks to commemorate RH150. “Fireworks Viewing Areas” are indicated throughout the park for the best locations to watch the display.

For more information on Canada Day activities, click here.