With summer just around the corner, the b nation team has compiled a list of July 2023 summer activities to enjoy in good weather, but above all, ideal for creating content in each of Canada’s major cities. Food, music, culture we’ve thought of it all!
Montréal
Montreal’s Piknic Électronik is a must-attend summer event where electronic music fans gather outdoors to enjoy a lineup of renowned DJs in a festive, convivial atmosphere.
location: Parc Jean-Drapeau, Île Sainte-Hélène and Île Notre-Dame, Montreal, QC
dates: July 1 (4 to 10 pm), July 8 (4 to 8 pm) and July 22 (4 to 9 pm)
Festival MONTRÉAL COMPLÈTEMENT CIRQUE
The MONTREAL COMPLETEMENT CIRQUE festival in Montreal is an annual celebration of contemporary circus, offering breathtaking performances, street shows, workshops and events that transport audiences into a magical, acrobatic world.
location: Downtown, Quartier des spectacles
dates: July 6 to 16, 2023: daily, 5pm. (Closed on July 16)
Montreal’s Zoofest is a festival of comedy, theater and daring artistic performances, featuring emerging and established artists to offer audiences an entertaining and avant-garde experience.
location: 2101 Boul. Saint-Laurent, Montreal, QC H2X 2T4
dates: July 13 to 29, 2023
Vancouver
Vancouver Folk Music Festival
The Vancouver Folk Music Festival is an annual event that brings together renowned and emerging folk music artists from around the world, offering a weekend of outdoor performances, collaborative sessions and enriching musical experiences in a beautiful natural setting.
location: 1945 McLean Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5N 3J7
dates: July 14 to July 16, 2023
It’s a memorable evening when participants board a boat to enjoy a festive cruise with spectacular fireworks, lively music and a lively atmosphere on the waters of Vancouver
location: Vancouver Cruises, 750 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver, Canada
dates: July 22 at 8pm to July 23 at 12am
Crabben in the park/ Victoria Crab Fest
It’s a culinary festival that showcases the delicacy of local crabs, offering participants an opportunity to sample tasty crab dishes, take part in culinary demonstrations and enjoy a festive outdoor atmosphere.
location: Banfield Park 521 Craigflower Road Victoria, BC V9A 6Z5
dates: July 15, 2023 (2pm to 8pm)
Toronto
Bruce Peninsula, National Park
Toronto’s Bruce Peninsula is a magnificent natural destination offering spectacular scenery, rugged cliffs, pristine beaches, scenic hiking trails and rich biodiversity, providing visitors with an unforgettable outdoor experience.
Summerlicious in Toronto is a summer culinary festival that allows residents and visitors to discover the diversity of the city’s culinary scene through special, affordable menus offered by numerous participating restaurants, providing a quality dining experience at a great price.
location: multiple locations
dates: July 7 to July 23, 2023
The Mixto Festival in Toronto is a cultural event that celebrates Latin American diversity through music, dance, theater and visual arts, offering a vibrant artistic immersion and exploration of the different cultural expressions of the Latin American community.
location: Lynx Music, 260 Emerson Avenue, Toronto
dates: July 15 and July 16, 2023
Quebec city
FEQ (le Festival d’été de Québec)
This iconic musical event presents a diverse program of outdoor concerts featuring national and international artists in a festive and electrifying atmosphere.
location: Plains of Abraham, Quebec City
dates: July 6 to July 16, 2023
Quebec City’s Canyon Sainte-Anne is a majestic natural wonder featuring an impressive canyon, spectacular waterfalls and suspension bridges, offering visitors an immersive nature experience and breathtaking views.
location: 206 route 138 east, Saint-Joachim, QC G0A 3X0
dates: daily (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Maritimes
Festival international de jardins
This annual event features inspiring landscape creations, artistic gardens and unique floral installations, offering visitors an immersive experience in a verdant and creative world.
Location: Jardins de Métis, 200 route 132 Grand-Métis (Qc), Canada G0J 1Z0
Dates: June 24 to October 1
It’s a lively summer festival that takes place on the beautiful beach of Cap d’Espoir in Gaspésie, offering family activities, musical performances, sports competitions and a festive atmosphere for all beach lovers and entertainers.
Location: 1276 QC-132, Cap-d’Espoir, QC G0C 1G0
Dates: July 26 to July 29, 2023
Calgary
The Calgary Stampede is an iconic event that combines rodeo, equestrian shows, parades, concerts, attractions and gastronomy, offering an immersive experience of Western Canadian culture and attracting visitors from all over the world every year.
Location: multiple locations (to be seen on the site)
Dates: July 8 to July 17, 2023
It’s a vibrant local market that brings together local producers, farmers and artisans, offering a variety of fresh produce, prepared foods, crafts and other quality products, creating a unique shopping experience and supporting the local economy.
Location: two locations (see website)
Dates: Thursday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
