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Courtenay Announces Canada Day Celebrations

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 7:38 AM

By Jay Herrington

(PHOTO City of Courtenay)

The City of Courtenay has released details on upcoming Canada Day Celebrations.

Two days of free, family events will be held on June 30 and July 1 in downtown Courtenay and Lewis Park.

Courtenay Mayor Bob Wells says Canada Day is a chance for families, friends and neighbours to come together and enjoy a full day of free community fun.

The Night Before Concert at Lewis Park runs from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and includes community performances, cultural programming, food, vendors and live music.

On Wednesday, July 1, the day starts downtown with the Comox Valley Concert Band performing at 9 a.m. at Randy Wiwchar Plaza, in front of the Sid Williams Theatre.

The 5th Street Mile fun run begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by the Canada Day parade from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. along 5th Street, along with more to do at Lewis Park.

There will also be a free public swim at the Courtenay and District Memorial Outdoor Pool from noon to 5 p.m.

The full schedule, event details and updates are available at City of Courtenay Canada Day.

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