Indigenous Peoples Day Events 2026

Alberta

Edmonton

National Indigenous Peoples Day – TELUS World of Science Edmonton
Date: June 21, 2026
Address: TELUS World of Science, Edmonton, AB

Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with IAM Collective at TELUS World of Science Edmonton. This free, family-friendly event features a vibrant pop-up market with 20 local Indigenous artists and vendors, live entertainment, and a complimentary community BBQ. Visitors are encouraged to stop by, say tansi, and support Indigenous creativity and culture

https://telusworldofscienceedmonton.ca/explore/experiences/national-indigenous-peoples-day/

National Indigenous Peoples Day – Bent Arrow
Date: June 25, 2026, 10am-1pm
Address: Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society, Edmonton, AB

All are welcome to join us from 10 AM – 1 PM at our Parkdale location to partake in an event full of celebrating Indigenous Culture. From powwow dancing, vendor tables, and a BBQ lunch–there’ll be a lot to see and do.

https://bentarrow.ca/event/national-indigenous-peoples-day-at-bent-arrow/

British Columbia

Victoria, BC

National Indigenous Peoples Day – Royal Roads University
June 19, 2026
Address: Royal Roads University, Vancouver Island, BC

Partners and co-hosts from across the region invite you to join us to honour National Indigenous Peoples Month throughout June and for a National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration event Friday, June 19, 2026.

https://www.royalroads.ca/NIPD

Vancouver, BC

National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebrations 
June 21, 2026

There are many events outlined here: https://vancouversbestplaces.com/first-nations/vancouver-national-indigenous-peoples-day-events/

Manitoba

Winnipeg

Circles for Reconciliation’s 4th Annual Celebration and Barbecue

Circles for Reconciliation warmly invites you to a vibrant day of celebration in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Join us as we gather to uplift Indigenous cultures, histories, and futures through food, fun, and meaningful exchange.

Date: Friday, June 19, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Kildonan Park, Winnipeg

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New Brunswick

Fredericton, NB

National Indigenous Peoples Day – Officers’ Square, Fredericton
Date: June 19-21, 2026
Sitansisk (St. Mary’s First Nation) Annual Powwow 2026 510 Union Street, St. Mary’s

Come hear the drum beat of Mother Earth on June 19, 20, & 21 2026 at St Mary’s Old Reserve (510 Union Street) and listen to the voices of the ancestors of the Wolastoqiyik (Maliseet) people as they share their culture through music, dance and traditional ceremonies.

https://www.frederictoncapitalregion.ca/see-do/festivals-events/calendar-events/sitansisk-st-marys-first-nation-annual-powwow-2026

Newfoundland & Labrador

St. John’s, NL

National Indigenous Peoples Day – Bannerman Park, St. John’s
Date: June 19-21, 2026

Experience the beauty of Indigenous culture through music, dance, art, and storytelling in a day full of connection and community.

Northwest Territories

Yellowknife

Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day 2026

Location: Yellowknife

Date: June 21, 2026

Various Activities: https://spectacularnwt.com/story/what-to-do-on-national-indigenous-peoples-day-in-yellowknife/

Nova Scotia

Halifax, NS

Honouring Residential School Survivors – Shubenacadie, NS
Start Date: June 21, 2025
End Date: June 21, 2025
Address: Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia

Join the 5th annual gathering in Shubenacadie to honour Indian Residential School Survivors and remember the Indigenous children who never returned home. Taking place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the day includes an opening prayer, a 1km walk of remembrance, a communal feast, live entertainment, and opportunities for testimony and reflection. All are welcome to walk in solidarity and support healing through remembrance and community.

LEARN MORE HERE

Ontario

Ottawa, ON

Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival & Competition Pow Wow

June 20-21, 2026

Address: Wesley Clover Parks, 401 Corkstown Road, Ottawa

Experience the rich Indigenous culture of the National Capital Region and celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day! This family-oriented, multi-disciplinary arts festival attracts over 40,000 visitors a year.

With the full participation of First Nations, Métis and Inuit artists, the diversity of cultures is reflected in all elements of the event.

Toronto, ON

Indigenous Celebration 2026 at Brickworks

June 6, 2026

Join us for this free, family-friendly event celebrating Indigenous ways of knowing through interactive workshops, performances and activities.

https://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/whats-on/pop-ups-plus-events/indigenous-celebration-2026

Na-Me-Res Pow Wow and Arts Festival 2026

June 13, 2026

Address: Dufferin Grove Park

Join us for the 2026 Na-Me-Res Pow Wow!

Taking place ahead of National Indigenous Peoples Day this free, family-friendly event welcomes everyone to experience the vibrant traditions of Indigenous culture. Enjoy drumming, dancing, and singing, browse craft and food vendors, and connect with community booths.

National Indigenous Peoples Day & Sunrise Ceremony

June 21, 2026

Address: Toronto City Hall, Bay & Queen Street, Toronto, ON

The City of Toronto marks this day with a ceremony held around a Sacred Fire with elements of cultural significance for Indigenous Peoples, such as strawberries, water and the four sacred medicines. Grandmother Kim Wheatley and Elder Pat Floody will share their rich and vibrant cultures and traditions to mark the summer solstice, and to welcome Grandfather Sun.

The public is encouraged to attend the ceremony and feast.

https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/indigenous-events-awards/indigenous-peoples-day/

Prince Edward Island

Charlottetown, PEI

National Indigenous Peoples Day – Confederation Landing Park
June 21, 2026 (11am)
Address: Confederation Landing Park, 2 Great George Street, Charlottetown, PE

Join us June 21st in Charlottetown for National Indigenous Peoples Day!

This is a special day to acknowledge the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of Indigenous peoples in Canada.  https://www.discovercharlottetown.com/events/national-indigenous-peoples-day-celebrations/

Quebec

Quebec City, QC

The Grand KWE! Show: National Indigenous Day 

June 21, 2026

Address: Place George-V
Great celebration featuring music artists from First Nations and Inuit in Quebec.

Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at The Grand KWE! Show, a free and open-to-all cultural event highlighting the richness of Indigenous artistry and tradition. Throughout the day, enjoy Pow Wow drumming and dancing, live performances by talented Indigenous musicians, and creative showcases including the unveiling of a collective art piece. The evening features artists such as Joseph Sarenhes, Ivan Boivin-Flamand, Violent Ground, and SHAUIT, alongside the live performance of the KWE! theme song. This is a unique opportunity to engage with Indigenous culture in an immersive and vibrant setting.

https://www.kwefest.com/en/grand-spectacle

Montreal, QC

POP Montreal Music – National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 21, 2026
3pm Show
Address: Cabot Square, Montreal

Saskatchewan

Regina, SK

Multicultural Council of Saskatechewan

Various Events

City of Regina: https://mcos.ca/calendar/national-indigenous-peoples-day/

Saskatoon, SK

National Indigenous Peoples Day – Rock Your Roots Walk
June 21, 2026
Address: Victoria Park, Saskatoon

The City of Saskatoon, in its role as Co-Chair of Reconciliation Saskatoon, helps organize the annual Rock Your Roots Walk for Reconciliation. The significance of a walk can be attributed to the Sunday walks in residential schools; often the only time when siblings and cousins might be reunited. Walkers are encouraged to wear an Every Child Matters orange shirt. Cultural performers from our community ‘rock their roots’ along the route to show their support and celebrate Saskatoon’s incredible diversity.

https://www.reconciliationsaskatoon.com/rock-your-roots

YUKON

Whitehorse

National Indigenous Peoples Day 

Addres: Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre, 1171 Front Street, Whitehorse, Yukon
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2026

For More Information:

https://kwanlindunculturalcentre.com/experience-our-culture/nipd/