Labour Day 2026
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST Memorial Park 10 Simcoe Street, S Oshawa , Ontario L1H 1W8
Labour of Love – A Community Arts and Music Celebration
Join the Durham Region Labour Council this Labour Day for a community celebration of music, art, solidarity, and Oshawa’s proud labour history.
Taking place at Memorial Park in Oshawa, Labour of Love will bring together workers, families, artists, musicians, and community members for an afternoon of live music, family-friendly activities, food, and community connection. The event will feature a live performance by Canadian musician BA Johnston, along with other local performers, art activities, face painting, balloon art, hot dogs, an ice cream truck, and more. Joining BA Johnston are local musicians Postman Dan and PLZ Respond, showcasing some of Durham Region’s own musical talent.
There will also be hands-on community art activities hosted by the LivingRoom Community Art Studio, along with face painting, balloon art, hot dogs, an ice cream truck, and fun for the whole family!
Labour Day has long been a time to come together to celebrate workers, community, and the power of collective action. In a city shaped by labour, our Labour of Love event is a chance to gather, connect, and celebrate the workers that built our communities!
Everyone is welcome!