Festivals & Events

There is never a shortage of things to see & do in Mississauga, with events happening year-round!

Africville Stories

Living Arts Centre 4141 Living Arts Drive, Mississauga, ON, Canada

Africville Stories starring Joe Sealy, Jackie Richardson and the Nathaniel Dett Chorale. Africville Stories is Joe Sealy’s new presentation that builds on his Juno award winning Africville Suite. Africville Stories will present poignant and uplifting new stories about the people and their community. These stories are the ones that you generally don’t hear when people…

$45 – $65

Winter Magic in Mississauga

Winter in Mississauga is extra magical this year! With spectacular art installations, outdoor events and incredible live shows, there is much to explore at Celebration Square and the Living Arts Centre from now until we say hello to spring. Visit here​ for full information, event details and live performance listings. In partnership with Food Truck'N Events Ice rink…

Various

Family Day Weekend at Celebration Square

Mississauga Celebration Square 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

FAMILY DAY WEEKEND It’s DINO-mite! Friday, February 17 to Monday, February 20 Dinosaurs are taking over the Square this Family Day Weekend with four days of Jurassic fun! Snap a pic with four life-sized animatronic dinosaurs. Watch as velociraptors, triceratops, and a 20-ft. long Baryonyx come to life around the Square. Satisfy your monster appetite…

Free

Cirque Kalabante – Afrique en Cirque

Living Arts Centre 4141 Living Arts Drive, Mississauga, ON, Canada

The Afrique en Cirque show symbolizes the strength, agility and joy of life found in African youth. A handful of daring acrobats, accompanied by their musicians, perform to the pulsating rhythm of the djembes of Guinea with their authentic and original choreography and acrobatics. With the melodious sound of the Kora, Yamoussa Bangoura transports us…

$35 – $65

2023 Toronto Spring Camping and RV Show

The International Centre 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga, ON, Canada

The Canadian RV Manufacturers Association (CRVA) has joined with the largest RV dealers in Ontario to offer the best deals on over 450 RVs for sale for every budget! Come learn about the RV & Camping Lifestyle and talk directly to Manufacturer Representatives about the right Recreation Vehicle for your family and shop for your…

$8 – $15

Hearts United for Syria

Unitarian Congregation of Mississauga 84 S Service Rd, Mississauga, Mississauga

"Hearts United for Syria" is a fundraising event that aims to support the Syrian people who have been affected by the devastating earthquake. A group of Syrian singers, musicians, visual artists, and calligraphers will present a concert showcasing the rich heritage of Syrian art and culture. All proceeds from the event will go directly to…

$25

Seedy Saturday

Unitarian Congregation of Mississauga 84 S Service Rd, Mississauga, Mississauga

The “don’t miss” Spring event!  Seedy Saturday is a day-long celebration of gardening with workshops, demonstrations, seed exchanges/sales to help you turn your yard, patio, balcony or field into a flourishing, nurturing oasis. Mississauga Master Gardeners and the Unitarian Congregation of Mississauga organize this event locally. Seedy Saturdays are coordinated nationally by Seeds of Diversity…

$20

Seedy Saturday

Unitarian Congregation of Mississauga 84 S Service Rd, Mississauga, Mississauga

You’re invited to this “don’t miss” Spring event - Seedy Saturday - a day-long celebration of garden with workshops, demonstrations, seed exchanges/sales to help you turn your yard, patio, balcony or field into a flourishing oasis. This 18th Seedy Saturday will be a great day for gardeners, families and the community to learn new skills…

$20

March Break at illumi – a Dazzling World of Lights

illumi - A Dazzling World of Lights 7174 Derrycrest Dr, Mississauga

Perfect for all ages, illumi is an event that both parents and kids can enjoy together! Visitors will embark on an unforgettable nocturnal journey where they’ll get to explore a site spread across 600,000 square feet, equivalent to the size of 10 football fields, filled with 20,000 luminous structures built with over 20 million sparkling…

Maple Magic Festival

Bradley Museum 1620 Orr Rd, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Hosted at the Bradley Museum over both March Break weekends, enjoy Mississauga’s annual maple syrup festival. Take part in a variety of maple-themed activities for all ages, including learning about the history and Indigenous origins of the maple harvest, experiencing the process of making maple syrup, and participating in crafts, food tastings, and tours of…

$23.73

Winter Magic presents: Wildlife Wonders

Mississauga Celebration Square 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Celebration Square’s final Winter Magic event will make you break the ice and embrace the great outdoors! Get wild with dancing giraffes, a polar bear petting zoo, scavenger hunts and get one last skate on the ice rink while our DJ spins the hottest hits. Enjoy an afternoon of fun for the entire family! A family…

Free

The Discovery Centre Artist-In-Residence Series (Year 2)!

Lakeview Village Discovery Centre 985 HYDRO RD, MISSISSAUGA

You are invited to a community art workshop series in Mississauga, as part of the Lakeview Village Discovery Centre Artists-In-Residence Program, in partnership with Artscape Atelier. The first 3 workshops are happening during March Break, so sign up and come by for thoughtful creative activities and Indigenous knowledge sharing opportunities! *Limited spots available. Please reserve…