- Updated on March 27, 2026
Local guide to FREE events for kids and families
Some of the best things in life really are free. Explore fun, no-cost events for kids and families across Toronto, Mississauga, York Region, Durham, Halton, and surrounding areas — all in one easy, always-updated guide. Check back often to discover new ways to get out with the kids and enjoy quality time together without stretching your budget.
Union Summer
Jun 8
to Aug 9, 2026
Union Station Plaza
Union Summer presented by TD returns to Union Station’s Front Street Plaza from June 8 to August 9, bringing 60 days of free outdoor entertainment to the heart of downtown Toronto. Enjoy live music and performances on the TD Stage, delicious eats from local food vendors, refreshing summer ...
Free Math & Science Tutoring Consultation for Grades 6–12
Jul 10
to Aug 27, 2026
Online (Zoom)
Evolve Learning is offering free one-to-one math and science tutoring consultations for Ontario students in Grades 6–12. During the consultation, families can discuss the student’s current challenges, academic goals and upcoming courses. We will identify areas where support may be helpful, answer questions about Ontario math and science ...
Movies Under the Stars 2026
Jul 15
to Aug 19, 2026
Downsview Park
Movies Under the Stars returns to Downsview Park this year! Our annual movie program will be taking place by the lake and meadow. This year we will be having both English and French (dubbed) movies playing in the same night! Movies Under the Stars Schedule: Friday July 15 ...
Symphony Under the Stars
Jul 17
to Jul 17, 2026
Memorial Park Stouffville
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and experience an evening of classical and contemporary music with a live orchestral performance in Memorial Park. Kindred Spirits Orchestra takes the stage for an enchanting evening in Memorial Park. Immerse yourself in our 3rd annual Symphony Under the Stars, and join ...
Toronto International BrazilFest
Jul 18
to Jul 19, 2026
Earlscourt Park
Experience the heart and soul of Brazil right here in Toronto! Immerse yourself in a world of rhythmic beats, vibrant colors and rich culture at Toronto International Brazilfest. For two decades, we have been bringing the spirit of Brazil to life, showcasing the essence of our culture through ...
I Love Scarborough Festival
Jul 18
to Jul 19, 2026
Bridlewood Mall
I Love Scarborough Festival is a free, family-friendly celebration of the community’s rich cultural diversity, taking place at Bridlewood Mall. Enjoy live music, multicultural performances, World Cup screenings, international food vendors, kids’ activities, inflatables, dance performances, storytelling, and more. Bringing together families and communities from across the GTA, ...
A Day on the Farm
Jul 18
to Jul 18, 2026
Sheldon Creek Dairy
A Day on the Farm at Sheldon Creek Dairy invites families to experience life on a working dairy farm with a fun-filled day of hands-on activities and rural adventures. Meet the cows, explore the barn, and browse the farmers’ market. With delicious food and drinks, live music, community ...
Yoga in Trillium Park
Jul 18
to Jul 18, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place is a free outdoor yoga series running from June 6 to September 27, held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. beside the Pavilion. Presented In collaboration with NÜLOVE, classes are led by some of the GTA’s most ...
A Day on the Farm
Jul 18
to Jul 18, 2026
Sheldon Creek Dairy
A Day on the Farm at Sheldon Creek Dairy invites families to experience life on a working dairy farm with a fun-filled day of hands-on activities and rural adventures. Meet the cows, explore the barn, and browse the farmers’ market. With delicious food and drinks, live music, community ...
Minecraft Education Coding Workshop
Jul 18
to Jul 18, 2026
Cuddles Learning
Let your child explore coding and STEM through Minecraft Education. Students will build structures, solve challenges, and discover concepts from history and geography while developing problem solving and computational thinking skills in a collaborative Minecraft world.
Goldfish Burlington's FREE Trial Swim Event
Jul 18
to Jul 18, 2026
Goldfish Swim School – Burlington
We’re opening our pool to NEW swimmers for a FREE Trial Event on Saturday, July 18. It’s the perfect opportunity to experience a 30-minute lesson, meet our team, and discover how we help kids build water safety skills and confidence while having tons of fun. As a special ...
SummerSeries in Trillium Park
Jul 18
to Jul 18, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place brings together live music, art, and cultural experiences from July 18 to August 16, 2026. This free program offers a vibrant lineup of entertainment for all ages, with something for everyone to enjoy. Summer Live Music Festival – July 18 Indigenous Sounds ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Jul 19
to Jul 19, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
Soccer Sundays: Celebrating World Cultures
Jul 19
to Jul 19, 2026
Bata Shoe Museum
Kick off your Sunday afternoons at the Bata Shoe Museum with Soccer Sundays—a special six-part series celebrating the world’s biggest soccer tournament coming to Toronto this summer. Join us for fun, family-friendly programming that explores the global phenomenon of soccer from the laces up. Discover how the game ...
Indigenous Sounds Now
Jul 19
to Jul 19, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
The cultures, stories and songs of Indigenous People will be shared at Indigenous Sounds Now, curated by Elaine Bomberry. Guiding this musical journey is Host Donna Sound, who is a reporter for CTV’s National News ‘Indigenous Circle’. The incredible range of vibrations go from the heart felt beats ...
SummerSeries in Trillium Park
Jul 19
to Jul 19, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place brings together live music, art, and cultural experiences from July 18 to August 16, 2026. This free program offers a vibrant lineup of entertainment for all ages, with something for everyone to enjoy. Summer Live Music Festival – July 18 Indigenous Sounds ...
Open Air Storytime presented by TD
Jul 22
to Jul 22, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Open Air Storytime brings out the kid in all of us. This daytime series is a weekly favourite for children and young families. Led by City of Mississauga librarians, the family-focused programming offers a diverse lineup of interactive performances that are sure to keep kids entertained and promote ...
Wasaga Beach Movies Under the Stars
Jul 22
to Jul 22, 2026
Wasaga Beach Rec Plex
Get ready for summer nights filled with magic at Movies Under the Stars! ✨ Join us every Wednesday in July & August at dusk for a free outdoor movie experience at 1724 Mosley St. (Behind the RecPlex)! Enjoy crafts, popcorn, special guests, and more under the stars. 2026 ...
#BollywoodMonster Food Festival
Jul 24
to Jul 27, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Enjoy momos, samosas, idlis, kebabs, ice cream and other treats while shopping and enjoying FREE family activities! July 24-26, 2026 | Mississauga Celebration Square All are welcome! FREE parking! Bollywood stars! FREE music and dance performances Facepainting SuperDogs Show Inflatable Slide Food eating contest and more! FREE admission
#BollywoodMonster Food Festival
Jul 24
to Jul 28, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
#BollywoodMonster Food Festival (FREE ENTRY) #BollywoodMonster Food Festival at #BollywoodMonster Mashup! About this event 🎟 FREE admission 📅 Fri Jul 24 (6pm – 11pm), Sat Jul 25 (12pm – 11pm) & Sun Jul 26 (12pm – 7pm) 📍 Mississauga Celebration Square 🌏 What to Expect Momos, samosas, dosas, ...
Mixto Festival
Jul 25
to Jul 26, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Mixto Festival takes place yearly, celebrating the local and international character and diversity of Toronto. The word “mixto” or “misto” in both Portuguese and Spanish means “mixed”, but can also refer to a sandwich with many different toppings, or elements. The double meaning here is of “mix”, and ...
Yoga in Trillium Park
Jul 25
to Jul 25, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place is a free outdoor yoga series running from June 6 to September 27, held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. beside the Pavilion. Presented In collaboration with NÜLOVE, classes are led by some of the GTA’s most ...
Dream Wheels on Eglinton
Jul 25
to Jul 25, 2026
Eglinton Avenue West
Toronto’s BEST Vintage Car & Motorcycle Festival! Join us for an unforgettable day at our vintage car & motorcycle festival on Eglinton Avenue West celebrating the finest classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars, race cars and motorcycles! Enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, delicious food and unique shopping. Don’t ...
Dream Wheels on Eglinton 2026
Jul 25
to Jul 25, 2026
Eglinton Avenue West
DREAM WHEELS ON EGLINTON 2026 hosted by The Eglinton Way BIA and Toronto Hot Rod Kulture in support of SickKids Foundation Join us for an unforgettable day at our vintage car & motorcycle festival on Eglinton Avenue West in Toronto celebrating the finest pre-1989 classic cars, hot rods, ...
AlohaFest Toronto 10th Anniversary Edition
Jul 25
to Jul 25, 2026
Mel Lastman Square
Ten years of Aloha, and we’re just getting started. AlohaFest Toronto returns to Mel Lastman Square on Saturday July 25th, 2026 for its landmark 10th anniversary. To celebrate, we’re giving you more of what you love. For the first time ever, the festival runs 11am to 10 pm, ...
Minecraft Education Coding Workshop
Jul 25
to Jul 25, 2026
Cuddles Learning
Let your child explore coding and STEM through Minecraft Education. Students will build structures, solve challenges, and discover concepts from history and geography while developing problem solving and computational thinking skills in a collaborative Minecraft world.
SummerSeries in Trillium Park
Jul 25
to Jul 25, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place brings together live music, art, and cultural experiences from July 18 to August 16, 2026. This free program offers a vibrant lineup of entertainment for all ages, with something for everyone to enjoy. Summer Live Music Festival – July 18 Indigenous Sounds ...
HABIBI CULTURE II
Jul 25
to Jul 25, 2026
BOND Street Event Centre
A community arts and culture showcase celebrating SWANA (Southwest Asian and North African) expression and creativity. HABIBI CULTURE II brings together families, artists, and community for an interactive, multi-sensory experience rooted in culture and connection. Expect a vibrant mix of art, movement, music, and hands-on activities — designed ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Jul 26
to Jul 26, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
SummerSeries in Trillium Park
Jul 26
to Jul 26, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place brings together live music, art, and cultural experiences from July 18 to August 16, 2026. This free program offers a vibrant lineup of entertainment for all ages, with something for everyone to enjoy. Summer Live Music Festival – July 18 Indigenous Sounds ...
Clowns Reading Shakespeare
Jul 28
to Jul 28, 2026
Kinsmen Amphitheatre
On July 28 the St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival’s Spotlight Series will feature “Clowns Reading Shakespeare”, created by Kenzia Dalie and Panoply Theatre Collective. Directed by Kenzia Dalie with Alyssa Pothier, Brendan Kinnon, Callan Forrester, Paige Madsen, and Sienna Singh, Clowns Reading Shakespeare is a family-friendly theatrical performance featuring ...
Open Air Storytime presented by TD
Jul 29
to Jul 29, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Open Air Storytime brings out the kid in all of us. This daytime series is a weekly favourite for children and young families. Led by City of Mississauga librarians, the family-focused programming offers a diverse lineup of interactive performances that are sure to keep kids entertained and promote ...
Wasaga Beach Movies Under the Stars
Jul 29
to Jul 29, 2026
Wasaga Beach Rec Plex
Get ready for summer nights filled with magic at Movies Under the Stars! ✨ Join us every Wednesday in July & August at dusk for a free outdoor movie experience at 1724 Mosley St. (Behind the RecPlex)! Enjoy crafts, popcorn, special guests, and more under the stars. 2026 ...
Colours of Carnival by Math Thru Music
Jul 31
to Jul 31, 2026
Garden Square
Light up the night – and dance floor! – with the dynamic sounds of soca, reggae, calypso, reggaeton and more. Bring your brightest carnival attire, rep your Caribbean country flag and get ready for a celebration of culture spun by local DJs, plus an Afro Fuzion dance performance featuring THIS ...
Toronto Food Truck Festival
Jul 31
to Aug 3, 2026
Woodbine Park
Woodbine Park has never tasted this delicious before. Back for another year, The Toronto Food Truck Festival is serving up some real must-eats! As always, admission is free and there’s something for everyone, including Free Children’s Games. Entertain yourself with some of Toronto’s best local talent, participate in ...
Yoga in Trillium Park
Aug 1
to Aug 1, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place is a free outdoor yoga series running from June 6 to September 27, held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. beside the Pavilion. Presented In collaboration with NÜLOVE, classes are led by some of the GTA’s most ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Aug 2
to Aug 2, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
Jambana One World Festival
Aug 3
to Aug 3, 2026
BRAMPTON SPORTS PARK (Kabbadi Field)
JAMBANA™ One World Festival, represents Canada’s growing cultural diversity in its finest form through performances by internationally acclaimed bands, artists and JUNO Award winners. Feel the rhythms of Reggae, World Beat, Soca, Gospel, Dance & Comedy. Experience the sights, sounds, tastes and global diversity at JAMBANA™!
Toronto Dragon Festival
Aug 4
to Aug 6, 2026
Nathan Phillips Square
Toronto, get ready for an unforgettable spectacle! The sixth annual Toronto Dragon Festival (TDF) returns to Nathan Phillips Square from Friday, August 29 to Sunday, August 31, igniting the city with a thrilling fusion of tradition, technology, and imagination. This year’s Festival promises mythical encounters and futuristic thrills. ...
Open Air Storytime presented by TD
Aug 5
to Aug 5, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Open Air Storytime brings out the kid in all of us. This daytime series is a weekly favourite for children and young families. Led by City of Mississauga librarians, the family-focused programming offers a diverse lineup of interactive performances that are sure to keep kids entertained and promote ...
Wasaga Beach Movies Under the Stars
Aug 5
to Aug 5, 2026
Wasaga Beach Rec Plex
Get ready for summer nights filled with magic at Movies Under the Stars! ✨ Join us every Wednesday in July & August at dusk for a free outdoor movie experience at 1724 Mosley St. (Behind the RecPlex)! Enjoy crafts, popcorn, special guests, and more under the stars. 2026 ...
Movie Nights presented by INsauga
Aug 6
to Aug 6, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Families can enjoy their favourite movies, from action-packed adventures to animated classics, all under the stars. Movie Nights also offer an interactive pre-show featuring special giveaways, courtesy of Square One. Movie schedule: Thursday, August 6 – Bad Guys 2 Thursday, August 13 –The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants ...
Pickering Food Truck Festival
Aug 7
to Aug 9, 2026
The Esplanade Park
You’ll want to bring your friends and kids to Esplanade Park for some unbelievable food! We’re transforming the park to a foodie haven, including Free Children’s Games, a beer garden and live entertainment stage. As always, admission is free and we’ll be beefing up the park with some ...
Orillia Waterfront Festival
Aug 7
to Aug 9, 2026
Port of Orillia
Looking for fun things to do in Orillia this summer? Don’t miss the Orillia Waterfront Festival, happening at the beautiful Port of Orillia. This exciting family-friendly festival features live entertainment, delicious festival food, a vibrant vendor market, the thrilling Dock Diving Dogs competition, and the fan-favourite Cardboard Boat ...
Stouffville Ribfest
Aug 7
to Aug 9, 2026
Memorial Park Stouffville
Join us as we transform Memorial Park into our biggest festival of the Summer – Stouffville Ribfest! Celebrate the BEST summer has to offer with a FREE three-day festival that features award winning ribs, local breweries, a variety of food trucks, a kids zone, marketplace, and live entertainment ...
Stouffville Ribfest
Aug 7
to Aug 9, 2026
Memorial Park, Stouffville
Join us August 7-9 as we transform Memorial Park into our biggest festival of the Summer – Stouffville Ribfest! Celebrate the BEST summer has to offer with a FREE three-day festival that features award winning ribs, local breweries, a variety of food trucks, a kids zone, marketplace, and ...
Port Hope Arts Festival
Aug 8
to Aug 8, 2026
Downtown Port Hope
Join us in celebrating the arts throughout Port Hope this August. August is Arts Month in Port Hope Our annual Arts Festival will take place in downtown Port Hope on August 8, 2026. The event will feature a 10-Minute Play Series, an outdoor artisan market, and a community ...
Yoga in Trillium Park
Aug 8
to Aug 8, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place is a free outdoor yoga series running from June 6 to September 27, held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. beside the Pavilion. Presented In collaboration with NÜLOVE, classes are led by some of the GTA’s most ...
SummerSeries in Trillium Park
Aug 8
to Aug 8, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place brings together live music, art, and cultural experiences from July 18 to August 16, 2026. This free program offers a vibrant lineup of entertainment for all ages, with something for everyone to enjoy. Summer Live Music Festival – July 18 Indigenous Sounds ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Aug 9
to Aug 9, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
SummerSeries in Trillium Park
Aug 9
to Aug 9, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place brings together live music, art, and cultural experiences from July 18 to August 16, 2026. This free program offers a vibrant lineup of entertainment for all ages, with something for everyone to enjoy. Summer Live Music Festival – July 18 Indigenous Sounds ...
Open Air Storytime presented by TD
Aug 12
to Aug 12, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Open Air Storytime brings out the kid in all of us. This daytime series is a weekly favourite for children and young families. Led by City of Mississauga librarians, the family-focused programming offers a diverse lineup of interactive performances that are sure to keep kids entertained and promote ...
Backyard Story Time at the RMG
Aug 12
to Aug 12, 2026
Experience the magic of outdoor story time at the art gallery! Through books, songs, games, and creative activities, storytellers from Oshawa Public Libraries will spark your imagination in The Backyard at the RMG! This event is free and no registration is required. Backyard Story Time at the RMG ...
Wasaga Beach Movies Under the Stars
Aug 12
to Aug 12, 2026
Wasaga Beach Rec Plex
Get ready for summer nights filled with magic at Movies Under the Stars! ✨ Join us every Wednesday in July & August at dusk for a free outdoor movie experience at 1724 Mosley St. (Behind the RecPlex)! Enjoy crafts, popcorn, special guests, and more under the stars. 2026 ...
Movie Nights presented by INsauga
Aug 13
to Aug 13, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Families can enjoy their favourite movies, from action-packed adventures to animated classics, all under the stars. Movie Nights also offer an interactive pre-show featuring special giveaways, courtesy of Square One. Movie schedule: Thursday, August 6 – Bad Guys 2 Thursday, August 13 –The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants ...
Japan Festival Canada
Aug 14
to Aug 16, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Japan Festival CANADA has been hosted in one of the multicultural countries in the world, Canada, to introduce and promote genuine Japanese food, culture and technologies. The concept of Japan Festival CANADA is to contribute in further success of establishing Canada and Japan Diplomatic Relations. Since the first ...
UpFRONT Festival of Indigenous Arts, Music and Culture
Aug 14
to Aug 16, 2026
Berczy Park
Celebrate Indigenous arts, music, and culture at the UpFRONT Festival in Toronto! This free family-friendly festival transforms Berczy Park, Scott Street, and the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts into a vibrant gathering place filled with live music, storytelling, art, food, and community connection. Enjoy performances across two ...
Yoga in Trillium Park
Aug 15
to Aug 15, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place is a free outdoor yoga series running from June 6 to September 27, held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. beside the Pavilion. Presented In collaboration with NÜLOVE, classes are led by some of the GTA’s most ...
Wheels on the Danforth
Aug 15
to Aug 15, 2026
Danforth Avenue
WHEELS… WHEELS… and more WHEELS at Toronto’s Best Street-Judged Car Show! Featuring: 100’s of Classics, Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Tuners, Movie Cars, Race Cars, & Exotics! Food, Vendors, & Kid’s Zone! Buskers, Live Bands, DJs, and much more! If it’s got wheels… bring it! FREE Admission For Public! ...
SummerSeries in Trillium Park
Aug 15
to Aug 15, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place brings together live music, art, and cultural experiences from July 18 to August 16, 2026. This free program offers a vibrant lineup of entertainment for all ages, with something for everyone to enjoy. Summer Live Music Festival – July 18 Indigenous Sounds ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Aug 16
to Aug 16, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
SummerSeries in Trillium Park
Aug 16
to Aug 16, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place brings together live music, art, and cultural experiences from July 18 to August 16, 2026. This free program offers a vibrant lineup of entertainment for all ages, with something for everyone to enjoy. Summer Live Music Festival – July 18 Indigenous Sounds ...
Moonlight Movies in Richmond Hill
Aug 17
to Aug 17, 2026
Mount Pleasant Park (Richmond Hill)
Every summer Richmond Hill hosts the Moonlight Movies event under the stars where attendees can enjoy a blockbuster or local film production shown on a large screen at one of our local parks! August 17: Mount Pleasant Park, 5 Hopkins St, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada August 24: Ozark ...
ROM Third Tuesday Night Free
Aug 18
to Aug 18, 2026
Royal Ontario Museum
Explore unfamiliar works of art, discover new favourites and learn more about what you already love at ROM on the third Tuesday of every month. Experience the Museum after hours — free for everyone — on the third Tuesday night of every month, from 4:00 PM to 8:30 ...
Wasaga Beach Movies Under the Stars
Aug 19
to Aug 19, 2026
Wasaga Beach Rec Plex
Get ready for summer nights filled with magic at Movies Under the Stars! ✨ Join us every Wednesday in July & August at dusk for a free outdoor movie experience at 1724 Mosley St. (Behind the RecPlex)! Enjoy crafts, popcorn, special guests, and more under the stars. 2026 ...
Movie Nights presented by INsauga
Aug 20
to Aug 20, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Families can enjoy their favourite movies, from action-packed adventures to animated classics, all under the stars. Movie Nights also offer an interactive pre-show featuring special giveaways, courtesy of Square One. Movie schedule: Thursday, August 6 – Bad Guys 2 Thursday, August 13 –The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants ...
Mississauga Italfest Inc.
Aug 21
to Aug 22, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Mississauga Italfest has dazzled crowds for over 14 years, standing out as one of the most vibrant and dynamic Italian festivals in Canada. Named a Top 100 Festival in Ontario from 2016 to 2025, this unique festival has brought together tens of thousands of local fans and enthusiastic ...
Yoga in Trillium Park
Aug 22
to Aug 22, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place is a free outdoor yoga series running from June 6 to September 27, held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. beside the Pavilion. Presented In collaboration with NÜLOVE, classes are led by some of the GTA’s most ...
TRCA Butterfly Festival
Aug 22
to Aug 22, 2026
Tommy Thompson Park
The TRCA Butterfly Festival is a FREE public event at Tommy Thompson Park (TTP) to celebrate an iconic insect as it embarks on an epic journey to Mexico over the winter months. Located on the Toronto waterfront at the convergence of two major migratory flyways, Tommy Thompson Park ...
Parkdale Music Crawl and Sidewalk Sale
Aug 22
to Aug 22, 2026
Cowan Town Square
The annual Parkdale Music Crawl and Street Festival is back for 2026! Join in on this free event on Queen St West between Roncesvalles Ave and Dufferin St for a day of music, shopping and fun activities! The festival will run on Saturday, August 22, 2026 from 11am ...
Afro-Carib Fest 2026
Aug 22
to Aug 23, 2026
Thomson Memorial Park
Experience the Ultimate Celebration of African & Caribbean Culture! Join us for the 14th annual Afro-Carib Fest, an award-winning, FREE weekend festival that celebrates the vibrant Afro-Caribbean culture through live music, dance, food, and art! Date: August 22nd & 23rd, 2026 Time: 12 PM – 9 PM Location: ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Aug 23
to Aug 23, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
Moonlight Movies in Richmond Hill
Aug 24
to Aug 24, 2026
Ozark Park
Every summer Richmond Hill hosts the Moonlight Movies event under the stars where attendees can enjoy a blockbuster or local film production shown on a large screen at one of our local parks! Summer 2026 Locations: August 17: Mount Pleasant Park, 5 Hopkins St, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada ...
Wasaga Beach Movies Under the Stars
Aug 26
to Aug 26, 2026
Wasaga Beach Rec Plex
Get ready for summer nights filled with magic at Movies Under the Stars! ✨ Join us every Wednesday in July & August at dusk for a free outdoor movie experience at 1724 Mosley St. (Behind the RecPlex)! Enjoy crafts, popcorn, special guests, and more under the stars. 2026 ...
Movie Nights presented by INsauga
Aug 27
to Aug 27, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Families can enjoy their favourite movies, from action-packed adventures to animated classics, all under the stars. Movie Nights also offer an interactive pre-show featuring special giveaways, courtesy of Square One. Movie schedule: Thursday, August 6 – Bad Guys 2 Thursday, August 13 –The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants ...
Toronto TAIWANfest
Aug 28
to Aug 30, 2026
Harbourfront Centre
2026 Toronto TAIWANfest returns to Harbourfront Centre with the theme “Islands in the Wind”. TAIWANfest is an annual cultural festival exploring the connections between Taiwan, Canada, and the world. Through live performances, films, talks, culinary programs, exhibitions, workshops, and more, we examine the influences of history and human ...
Yoga in Trillium Park
Aug 29
to Aug 29, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place is a free outdoor yoga series running from June 6 to September 27, held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. beside the Pavilion. Presented In collaboration with NÜLOVE, classes are led by some of the GTA’s most ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Aug 30
to Aug 30, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
Movie Nights presented by INsauga
Sep 3
to Sep 3, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Families can enjoy their favourite movies, from action-packed adventures to animated classics, all under the stars. Movie Nights also offer an interactive pre-show featuring special giveaways, courtesy of Square One. Movie schedule: Thursday, August 6 – Bad Guys 2 Thursday, August 13 –The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants ...
Orillia Pirate Party
Sep 4
to Sep 6, 2026
Port of Orillia
Prepare to batten down the hatches — the Pirates of the Orillian Sea are setting their course for Orillia’s Downtown Waterfront! Word on the wind is they’ll make landfall just in time for Labour Day weekend, bringing a treasure chest full of swashbuckling fun, live entertainment, and high-seas ...
Carnival Barrie
Sep 5
to Sep 6, 2026
Will Dwyer Park
Barrie’s Most Vibrant Latin Festival Returns September 5-6, 2026! In the rich tapestry of Latin American traditions, from the rhythmic music to the tantalizing cuisine. Every moment is a celebration of culture. Experience two days of music, food, dance, and culture at the Barrie waterfront.
Yoga in Trillium Park
Sep 5
to Sep 5, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place is a free outdoor yoga series running from June 6 to September 27, held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. beside the Pavilion. Presented In collaboration with NÜLOVE, classes are led by some of the GTA’s most ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Sep 6
to Sep 6, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
Tim Hortons Southside Shuffle Blues & Jazz Festival
Sep 11
to Sep 13, 2026
Port Credit Memorial Park
The 28th Annual Tim Hortons Southside Shuffle, a non-profit, award-winning blues and jazz festival, takes place September 11-12-13 2026, in the village of Port Credit and Port Credit Memorial Park, Mississauga, Ontario. The three-day event features two free stages, one ticketed stage, and a free Saturday afternoon street ...
Moonlight Movies in Richmond Hill
Sep 11
to Sep 11, 2026
Richvale Community Center
Every summer Richmond Hill hosts the Moonlight Movies event under the stars where attendees can enjoy a blockbuster or local film production shown on a large screen at one of our local parks! August 17: Mount Pleasant Park, 5 Hopkins St, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada August 24: Ozark ...
Yoga in Trillium Park
Sep 12
to Sep 12, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place is a free outdoor yoga series running from June 6 to September 27, held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. beside the Pavilion. Presented In collaboration with NÜLOVE, classes are led by some of the GTA’s most ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Sep 13
to Sep 13, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival
Sep 18
to Sep 20, 2026
Bloor West Village
The Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival welcomes you to come and enjoy everything the Ukrainian culture has to offer. Discover Ukrainian culture in Canada and share the Ukrainian spirit at North America’s largest Ukrainian Street Festival.
Moonlight Movies in Richmond Hill
Sep 18
to Sep 18, 2026
David Hamilton Park
Every summer Richmond Hill hosts the Moonlight Movies event under the stars where attendees can enjoy a blockbuster or local film production shown on a large screen at one of our local parks! August 17: Mount Pleasant Park, 5 Hopkins St, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada August 24: Ozark ...
Yoga in Trillium Park
Sep 19
to Sep 19, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place is a free outdoor yoga series running from June 6 to September 27, held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. beside the Pavilion. Presented In collaboration with NÜLOVE, classes are led by some of the GTA’s most ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Sep 20
to Sep 20, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
Arts of the Middle East Festival
Sep 25
to Sep 26, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
The Arts of the Middle East Festival brings people together to celebrate the rich culture, vibrant traditions, and incredible flavours of the Middle East. This year, join us for unforgettable performances, cultural experiences, and delicious cuisine that highlight the beauty and diversity of the region. Step into a ...
Yoga in Trillium Park
Sep 26
to Sep 26, 2026
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place is a free outdoor yoga series running from June 6 to September 27, held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. beside the Pavilion. Presented In collaboration with NÜLOVE, classes are led by some of the GTA’s most ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Sep 27
to Sep 27, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
A Day of Monarch Magic
Sep 27
to Sep 27, 2026
70 Canuck Avenue, Toronto, ON M3k 2c5
Our beloved Monarch butterflies are facing challenges, and they need your support! Every year, these incredible travelers journey thousands of kilometres during migration, and together we can help make their life a little safer. We’re transforming the south mound in Downsview Park into a vibrant Monarch Mound, bursting ...
Monarch Movie Night in the Hub
Oct 1
to Oct 1, 2026
Downsview Park
Join us in The Hub on Thursday October 1st for Nick de Pencier’s Four Wings and Prayer. Four Wings and a Prayer is a documentary that follows the incredible journey of the Monarch butterfly. It explores their remarkable migration from Canada to Mexico and the mystery of how ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Oct 4
to Oct 4, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Oct 11
to Oct 11, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Oct 18
to Oct 18, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
Eglinton Way Farmer's Market
Oct 25
to Oct 25, 2026
125 Burnaby Blvd
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our community, supporting local farms and businesses, and enhancing food security. Find everything from local vendors and live music to fresh ...
BMO Student Life Expo
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2026
Metro Toronto Convention Centre (South Building)
Mark your calendar Sunday, November 15th from 12 pm to 5 pm at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building, Hall F. Join us for a one-of-a-kind event where you can explore various Education and Employment opportunities and other resources to enhance your student life. Meet with university ...
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It is really important for the sake of your family that once a week, the whole family should visit some place or take part in a family activity. This will help in increasing the bond between all members.