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100+ Anniversary

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On Friday, March 8, the City of Oshawa celebrated its 100th anniversary as a City. We invite community members to join us as we mark this special occasion with a series of events, activities and commemorative projects over the course of the year.

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March 8th Anniversary Celebration

The official 100+ anniversary celebration was held at the Regent Theatre in Downtown Oshawa.

Centennial Commemorative Art Projects and Initiatives

To commemorate this milestone year, the City has created a variety of commemorative art and legacy projects including a collectable booklet, centennial pin, public art installations as well as education partnerships and a community grant program. Learn more about  Centennial Commemorative Art Projects and Initiatives.

City Events

The City offers a variety of events throughout the year for residents and visitors to enjoy. In celebration of our centennial, new events have been developed and our annual favourites have been enhanced.

March 8 - Official 100+ Anniversary Celebration

The official event recognizing the 100+ anniversary of the City of Oshawa was held at the The Regent Theatre in downtown Oshawa.

Four local artists were in the audience creating artwork that showcased highlights from the event.

Photo Gallery: Artists Live Drawings - March 8th Centennial Celebration will appear here on the public site.
June 1 - Indigenous Cultural Celebration

Indigenous Cultural Celebration

Ed Broadbent Waterfront Park

Saturday, June 1

12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Free event

This inaugural celebration will host Indigenous presenters, story-tellers, vendors and displayers led by various First Nations, Inuit and Métis across several mediums and disciplines.

June 8 and 9 - Peony Festival

Peony Festival

This award-winning event showcases Oshawa's prized collection of Peony's, a judged peony flower show, entertainment and market vendors at the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens and Children's Arena.

July 1 - Canada Day

Canada Day

A celebration at Lakeview Park, live entertainment, children's stage and a spectacular firework display at 10 p.m.

July to September - Events in the Park

Events in the Park

Free concerts, theatre, family activities and movies at Memorial Park Bandshell and Ed Broadbent Waterfront Park.

July 13 - Tree Tour

Explore the beauty of Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens and enhance your tree identification skills with a guided walk. Join LEAF, a non-profit organization, for a free tree tour of the Gardens. After the tour, use our self-guided activity sheet to explore further.

August 23 - Kars on King
Kars on King

Hundreds of classic vehicles, live entertainment, children's activities and more will descend on downtown Oshawa, around Simcoe St. and King St.

September 21 - ARTBLOCK at Convergence
The City of Oshawa and The Robert McLaughlin Gallery are co-presenting ARTBLOCK, an art-centered Zone showcasing local artistic talent as part of Convergence in downtown Oshawa. This area will include a public art exhibition in the former Oshawa GO Bus terminal, art by local artists, participatory art activities and more.
September 29 - Tree Planting

This event will expand the City's tree canopy and support the restoration of Gold Point Wildlife Reserve. Our restoration plantings aim to improve and expand the migratory butterfly stopover and preserve significant wildlife habitat.

October 5 - Culture Days

Culture Days

A national celebration of arts and culture, inviting the public to get behind the scenes and hands on arts and culture in our community.

November 15 - Bright and Merry Market

Bright and Merry Market 

A celebration of the festive season including our annual tree lighting, homemade vendor's market, food vendors, live entertainment and more in downtown Oshawa from Centre St. S. to Memorial Park.

December 31 - Oshawa Celebrates

Oshawa Celebrates

Celebrating the New Year with swimming, skating and family fun at the Delpark Homes Centre.

Community Events

Discover upcoming community events and get the latest information on timing and pricing by visiting the community partner's website.

For additional community event details, visit the Community Calendar.

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Born in Oshawa in 1924?

Oshawa residents, born in Oshawa in 1924 celebrating their 100th birthday can receive a Centennial commemorative certificate. For more information and to register, contact us by email at [email protected]

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Community Centennial Committee

The Community Centennial Committee serves as the community at the table with City Staff. It includes local leaders and organizations who provide input, collaboration and planning, for the projects and initiatives that take place in 2024. 

Sponsorship Opportunities

The City of Oshawa's Centennial Celebrations will provide a wide variety of opportunities for businesses to participate as community partners throughout the entire year! Join us in celebrating Oshawa's 100th anniversary.

Learn more about City of Oshawa Centennial Celebration Sponsorship Opportunities PDF.

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