Myriad of Field Activities to enjoy.
19 Jun 2012 | 4 Comments | posted by marketing | in Langley Canada Day News
Festival Will Continue to be a 2 Day Event
One day wasn’t enough for the huge number of activities taking place at the 2012 Langley Canada Day celebrations. Organizers vowed to ensure that the event stayed a two day festival and they have been successful.
Early this spring Grace J. Fong, an employee of The Salvation Army’s Gateway of Hope stepped up to be the volunteer Director of Field Entertainment and coordinate the many activities that make Langley Canada Day a fun and family friendly event.
Fong has a philosophy about what families need and how Canada Day is a positive family experience. “The objective of keeping this two-day 50,000 people event alive is to keep the joyous and respectable family oriented community together. she said. “It is the family and positive community that keeps our nation alive.” she added.
In addition to the non stop field entertainment, two members of the BC Lions will make an appearance from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m. on July 1st. They will be signing autographs and handing out some cool BC Lions giveaways!
Something new has been added this year. The LAMB Motoring Club will host a Show and Shine from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Canada Day. Vintage car enthusiasts can still register with the club at [email protected]
Both days will feature different shows and demonstrations throughout both days. The Dogwood Pacesetters Canine Sports team will be presenting their ever- popular dog show. “Come and watch the antics of your four legged best friends”, said Fong.
The Laughing Stock Ranch will offer pony rides for kids and many of the ponies will be available to be petted by kids of all ages. Lutini the magician will be strolling the grounds providing some amazing roving entertainment that will intrigue and astound you.
There are lots of interactive games to enjoy. Have a game of laser tag. Take a ride on the Swing Ride, Carousel, Wild Rapids giant slide and many other fun rides. Climb on the climbing walls or get into a foam dance pit. “There is something for everyone!” said Travis Strain, president of the Langley Canada Day Society.
On June 30th the day ends with a movie in the park featuring “The Lorax.” On Canada Day (July 1st) there will be a spectacular “Happy 145th birthday Canada’ fireworks show as a grand finale to the celebration.
-Lilianne Fuller
4 Comments
who is putting on the firework show? how long is the show? when does the show start? fireworks are awesome
Hi there! This year the fireworks will be on July 1st. The show starts around 10:45 PM (but be sure to arrive early). On June 30th we will NOT be having fireworks as in previous years, we have decided to put on a “Movie in the Park” which starts at 9:45 PM. All events are put on at McLeod Park.
If there is no fireworks on June 30th you should update this website as it states:
On June 30th the day ends with a movie in the park and as on Canada Day there will be a spectacular “happy 145th birthday Canada’ fireworks show as a grand finale to the celebration.
I have updated that to make sure it’s clear for everyone! Great catch! Looking forward to seeing you at the event!