Canada flags are pictured in front of the bandshell at Kin Coulee Park on July 1, 2025. Eli J. Ridder/CHAT News

By Eli J. Ridder

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Gallery: Canada Day 2025 festivities in Medicine Hat

Jul 2, 2025 | 10:58 AM

Canada Day in Medicine Hat was celebrated over the course of two days at Kin Coulee Park this week.

It featured a drone show, food trucks, a highly-rated skateboard competition and the obligatory fireworks.

Thousands of people filtered through the festivities — along with a few famous attendees.

Here’s a snapshot of everything Canada Day in Medicine Hat, from our reporters and from what was posted on social media.

Political attendees

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Both Premier Danielle Smith and MP Glen Motz confirmed their attendance on social media.

Skateboarding

The annual Beat the Heat skateboarding competition brought in athletes from across Alberta and Canada for some kick-flipping action.

Athletes part of the Beat the Heat competition participate in the annual cross the creek tradition. Eli J. Ridder/CHAT News

Skate athlete makes a jump at Beat the Heat on June 30, 2025. Eli J. Ridder/CHAT News

Drone show and fireworks

Medicine Hat’s first ever drone show took flight above Kin Coulee Park on Monday night. On Tuesday night, Canada Day was closed out with fireworks.

Fireworks light up the sky above Medicine Hat on July 1, 2025. Eli J. Ridder/CHAT News

Canada Day performances and more

Several cultural and band performances

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