The Ceremonial Guard proudly presents Fortissimo, a military and musical spectacular on the lawns of Parliament Hill nightly from July 18 to 20 at 7 p.m.

This year’s participants include the Latvian National Armed Forces Band, Drums and Dancers from Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, the Dominion Carillonneur, The 30^th Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery, the Central Band of the Canadian Forces and the Band, Pipes & Drums of The Ceremonial Guard. Other participants of the Canadian Armed Forces include a Massed Pipes & Drums Band from across the Canadian Army and the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry Ceremonial Troop. For the first time since 2016, Fortissimo will feature a special performance by the SkyHawks, the Canadian Armed Forces Parachute Team.

Those wishing to attend should be seated by 6:45 p.m. Admission to the public is free.