Connect with others and enjoy family-friendly activities at Rocky Point Park on Canada Day

The City of Port Moody invites you to connect with family, friends, and neighbours at Rocky Point Park (2800 block Murray Street) on Canada Day, July 1. Join us for great music, family fun, and creative crafts as part of the Golden Spike Days Festival.

“Canada Day is a time to honour and embrace the diverse cultures and communities that make our city and our country such an amazing place to live,” says Mayor Meghan Lahti. “Let’s connect with each other through food, music, and activities for all ages, as well as a special ceremony hosted by Council on July 1 at 1pm. This ceremony is an important opportunity for us to recognize the Coast Salish Nations on whose traditional territory the city of Port Moody resides, and to extend our appreciation for the opportunity to live, work, and gather on these lands. On behalf of Council, I hope you’ll join us on Canada Day as we come together to have fun and build community connections.”

Join us for the following family-friendly activities on June 30 and July 1, 2025: 

CITY OF PORT MOODY PRESENTS STREETHEART
Date and time: Monday, June 30 at 8:30pm
Location: PCT Performance Stage
The City of Port Moody is pleased to present Canadian rock band Streetheart as the headline performer on Monday, June 30 during the Golden Spike Days Festival. This show is part of the City’s Canada Day celebrations but will take place on Monday, June 30 rather than Tuesday, July 1 to allow festival goers to enjoy an evening performance.

Streetheart will take the stage at 8:30pm. The band’s catalogue includes a list of chart-topping and platinum-selling hits such as Action, Under My Thumb, Here Comes the Night, and What Kind of Love Is This. Founding members Daryl Gutheil and Ken “Spider” Sinnaeve along with long-time Streetheart alumnus Jeff Neill are joined by Paul McNair on lead vocals and Chris Sutherland on drums. Don’t miss this exciting performance, part of a great line-up of musical entertainment happening at the festival. 

POP-UP CITY HALL
Date and time: Tuesday, July 1 from 11am-7pm
Location: Look for our blue and white tent with City logo
Have fun with our energetic Recreation staff and connect with our Environment crew on their local knowledge of wildlife, urban forestry, and invasive plants. Test your skills at one of our carnival games to win all kinds of “I Love Port Moody” prizes. There will be a bubble station, bean bag toss, hula hoops, and a spot for taking special Canada Day selfie photos. Face painting will start at 12pm. Create some spin art and visit the colouring station – and, between 12pm and 5pm, join local artist Golriz Rezvani as she leads participants in the creation of a greeting card using simple water colour techniques to paint a floral still life. This activity is free and suitable for ages five and up. And be sure to stop by for a sweet treat – we’ll be handing out cookies!

KIDS: APPLY TO BE MAYOR FOR A DAY
Date and time: Tuesday, July 1 from 11am-7pm
Location: Pop-Up City Hall
What would you do if you were Port Moody’s mayor? Mayor Meghan Lahti wants to know! Children aged five to 12 years old can apply to be mayor for a day on November 20, 2025, in celebration of World Children’s Day. The successful applicant will be invited to meet Mayor Lahti, enjoy a meal, take a tour of City Hall and Inlet Fire Hall, and learn about the role of mayor and council. Interested kids can fill out an application form at Pop-Up City Hall, take a form home to fill out later, or apply online at portmoody.ca/mayorforaday. The submission deadline is September 27.

CANADA DAY CEREMONY
Date and time: Tuesday, July 1 at 1pm
Location: PCT Performance Stage
Port Moody’s City Council will host a special ceremony starting at 1pm.

Admission to the Golden Spike Days Festival is by donation – tap your debit/credit card or have cash on hand. We recommend you review the festival website before heading to Rocky Point Park to help you plan your visit – find the latest information at goldenspike.ca. Please note that no off-site beverages or non-service animals are permitted within the festival area. Smoking and vaping are not permitted at any time in Port Moody parks.

Parking at Rocky Point Park (pay parking is in effect) will be extremely limited. We encourage you to leave your car at home and walk, bike, or take public transit instead.