Media Release: Township of Alnwick/Haldimand Announces Canada Day Celebration
June 12, 2026
For Immediate Release
Grafton, ON – Residents and visitors are invited to join the celebration of Canada’s 159th Birthday on Sunday, June 28, 2026, beginning at 1:00 pm in Grafton.
This year’s event will feature a parade followed by free family activities at the Haldimand Memorial Arena and Recreation Complex in Grafton.
The Canada Day parade will begin at 1:00 pm in the parking lot of St. Mary Catholic Elementary School and proceed along Old Danforth Road and County Road 2 to the Haldimand Memorial Arena and Recreation Complex. The parade will feature Town Crier Liam Cragg, Grafton Legion Colour Parade, Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums, and a variety of floats from local community groups, businesses and families. To participate and enter a float in the parade, please register at www.ahtwp.ca/events/canada-day-parade-and-celebration.
Following the parade, attendees can enjoy a wide variety of activities at the Haldimand Memorial Arena and Recreation Complex. Families can look forward to the Firefighter Obstacle Course, Story Walk and crafts provided by Alnwick/Haldimand Public Library, bouncy castles, free hot dogs, EarlyON fun, and live music from the Colborne Library Ukelele Band.
New this year is the Bubbleology Show, featuring Miss T the Bubble Queen. Combining science, art, and entertainment, this interactive performance promises to engage audiences of all ages.
The day’s festivities will wrap up with the ceremonial cutting of the Canada Day cake and the annual Civic Awards recognizing individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the community.
For more information, please contact:
Dave Dawson
CAO/Fire Chief
The Corporation of the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand
PO Box 70, 10836 County Rd 2
Grafton, ON K0K 2G0
T: 905-349-2822
E: ddawson@ahtwp.ca
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