Celebrate Canada Day 2025 with The Washboard Union, Ria Mae, and Travis Dolter at Legacy Park

The City of Fort Saskatchewan is excited to announce a stellar lineup for this year’s Canada Day celebration at the Legacy Park Bandshell Stage. Headlining the evening are The Washboard Union, joined by Ria Mae and Alberta’s own Travis Dolter. With a mix of award-winning country, catchy pop, and high-energy local talent, July 1 is set to be an unforgettable night of live music.

Main Act: The Washboard Union

The Washboard Union is one of Canada’s most celebrated country bands, known for their harmony-rich songs and high-octane performances. Winners of multiple Canadian Country Music Association Awards, the trio continues to win over audiences with their unique style and strong stage presence. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to their music, The Washboard Union’s show promises an unforgettable Canada Day experience.

Supporting Acts: Ria Mae and Travis Dolter

Joining the celebration is Ria Mae, a JUNO-nominated pop singer-songwriter behind hits like Clothes Off and Ooh Love. Known for her thoughtful lyrics and smooth vocals, Ria brings a fresh, modern edge to the stage that fans across genres will enjoy.

Kicking off the evening is Travis Dolter, a rising star from Alberta. With his upbeat country sound and strong local following, Travis will set the tone for a night full of feel-good energy and great music.

Event Details

Date: July 1, 2025
Time: Performances begin at 7:00 pm
Location: Legacy Park Bandshell Stage
Tickets: Free!

Special 40th Anniversary Fireworks Show

This year's fireworks show will be bigger and better to mark the 40th anniversary of Canada Day celebrations in Fort Saskatchewan. Produced by Fireworks Spectacular, the show has been extended to 16 minutes (up from the usual 12) and will feature more fireworks lighting up the sky than in past years.

The enhanced display will begin at 10:45 pm at the Rotary Amphitheatre, located behind the Northwest Mounted Police Fort. Please note the show is weather dependent and may be affected by any fire bans or restrictions in place at the time.

Volunteers

Events like this wouldn’t be possible without the support of our incredible community volunteers. If you'd like to be part of the team, visit fortsask.ca/Volunteer for more details.

More Information

Visit fortsask.ca/CanadaDay for performer bios and full event details.

Join us for an evening of top-notch music, community spirit, and celebration. We can’t wait to see you at the Legacy Park Bandshell Stage this Canada Day!
 

Fort Saskatchewan, located just 15 minutes northeast of Edmonton along the North Saskatchewan River, is a vibrant hub for economic, recreational, and cultural activities. Nestled in the centre of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland and home to nearly 30,000 residents, the city offers many amenities, including a multi-use fitness facility, an aquatics centre, 80 km of trails, and high-performance arenas and fields. Cultural highlights include a 500-seat performing arts theatre, historic sites, a museum, and a replica of the 1875 Northwest Mounted Police Fort. Fort Saskatchewan is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community, providing a blend of experiences that welcomes everyone.

The city is situated in Treaty 6 Territory and Métis Nation of Alberta District 11. We recognize that we stand upon land that carries the footsteps of many Indigenous Peoples, including the Nehiyawak, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, and Métis. The City honours the First Peoples of this land and is committed to fostering reconciliation through relationship building, knowledge gathering, and education.