OTTAWA, ON, June 25, 2026 /CNW/ - The RCMP is proud to host its annual Canadian Sunset Ceremonies in the National Capital Region (NCR). Performances begin at 7 pm on June 25, 26, 27 and 28.

If you're looking for a great Canadian experience, there's nothing more iconic than seeing our riders in their red serge on beautiful black horses executing cavalry drills choreographed to music.

In addition to the Musical Ride, the show includes:

• the Governor General's Foot Guards Band
• a blessing by an Algonquin Elder
• the combined pipe bands of the RCMP and Ottawa Police Service
• the Capital Cowgirls
• a relay race by search and rescue dogs
• show jumping with RCMP horses

While admission to this family-friendly outdoor event is free, we'll be collecting cash and non-perishable food donations for the Ottawa Food Bank on Friday, June 26 and 27.

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show. Make sure to stop by the RCMP Foundation tent to pick up a souvenir!

Where: RCMP Musical Ride Centre, 1 Sandridge Road (St. Laurent Blvd. and Sandridge Road)
Public transportation: visitors can easily access the grounds via OC Transpo route 7
Parking: free parking available off Sir George-Étienne-Cartier Parkway (formerly the Rockcliffe Parkway) in a grassy field, but is dependent on the condition of the ground. Please plan accordingly.
Accessible parking: available off Sandridge Road, but spots fill up quickly so arrive early

The Sunset Ceremonies are a thank you to the people of the NCR and visitors from across Canada for supporting the RCMP.

Quick Facts

• The first recorded public display of the Musical Ride was in Regina, Saskatchewan in 1901.
• The Musical Ride troop consists of police officers, their horses and the Officer in Charge. The Musical Ride performance consists of a variety of intricate figures and cavalry drills choreographed to music.

• The Musical Ride tours every province on a rotational basis to ensure that Canadians across the country have an opportunity to see them perform.
• This year, the tour will be travelling to Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia.

Associated Links
Canadian Sunset Ceremonies – What to know before you go
Musical Ride Tour Schedule

SOURCE Royal Canadian Mounted Police Media Relations and Issues Management