July 1, 2025
Woodbine Park, Toronto
Rock Out at Woodbine Park This Canada Day
The Q107 Canada Day Picnic is set to ignite Toronto’s Woodbine Park on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. It will deliver a full day of rock tributes, family-friendly activities, and a spectacular fireworks finale. This free, all-ages event is a staple in the city’s Canada Day celebrations, drawing thousands to the Beaches for music, food, and fun.
Concert Schedule:
- 12:00 PM – Bootleg Creedence (CCR Tribute): Kicking off the festivities with classics from Creedence Clearwater Revival.
- 1:30 PM – Overture (Rush Tribute): Paying homage to Canada’s progressive rock legends.
- 3:00 PM – Pearl Jamming (Pearl Jam Tribute): Delivering the grunge era’s iconic hits.
- 4:30 PM – The Band of Gypsys (Jimi Hendrix Tribute): Channeling the psychedelic sounds of Hendrix.
- 6:30 PM – Desire (U2 Tribute): Recreating the energy of U2’s unforgettable performances.
- 8:00 PM – AC/DC Show Canada (AC/DC Tribute): Bringing the thunder with AC/DC’s hard rock anthems.
- 9:30 PM – Keep The Faith (Bon Jovi Tribute): Closing the night with Bon Jovi’s chart-topping hits, leading into the fireworks display.
Throughout the Q107 Canada Day Picnic, attendees can enjoy a variety of food trucks offering diverse culinary options, a licensed beer garden presented by Moosehead Breweries, and a Kids Zone featuring arts and crafts to keep the younger crowd entertained. The event is hosted by Shawna, Ryan, and Johnny from Q Mornings, ensuring lively commentary and engagement between sets.
The evening culminates with Toronto’s largest fireworks display at Ashbridges Bay, synchronized to a live rock soundtrack, providing a fitting end to the day’s celebrations.
Getting There:
- TTC: Accessible via the 92 Woodbine South Bus from Woodbine Subway Station, the 22 Coxwell Bus from Coxwell Subway Station, or the 501 Queen Street Streetcar eastbound from Queen or Osgoode Subway Stations.
- Driving: From the north, take the 401 to Don Valley Parkway South, exit at Lakeshore Boulevard East, proceed to Coxwell Avenue, turn left (north), then right on Queen Street East. From the west, take the QEW to the Gardiner Expressway, exit at Lakeshore Boulevard East, continue to Coxwell Avenue, turn left (north), then right on Queen Street East.
- Parking: Metered parking is available throughout the Beach area, with several Toronto Parking Authority lots nearby.
Attendees are encouraged to bring pets and camping chairs to enhance their experience. For more information, visit the official event website at q107.rocks.
