Mark your calendars! With tons of concerts, family activities and one of the city’s biggest festivals of the year, Mississauga is the place to be this May. Check out our event round-up to find out what’s happening each week.
Ongoing Events
- Learn about Black history in Mississauga through the stories of young Caribbean Canadians who shaped a distinct Canadian culture here in the 1980s at the special exhibition created by a BIPOC Community Curator, Generation X Marks the Spot: Black History in Mississauga at the Bradley Museum.
- From April 16 – May 16, visit the City of Mississauga’s Annual Resident Artist Exhibition, Ephemera, to see the artists’ showcase at the Small Arms Inspection Building.
- Discover the mutually beneficial and cyclical relationship between community and parks and greenspaces of Mississauga at the Bradley Museum’s special exhibition Meet Me at the Park from April 25 – July 21.
- From April 29 – May 10, young people can take part in free activities including sports, art and more throughout the city during Mississauga Youths Weeks.
- Explore climate change and climate action in Mississauga in the exhibition We Are Resilient at Burnhamthorpe Community Centre until June 30.
May 1 - 5
- May 3: Direct from Las Vegas, hear some of rock n’ roll and disco’s biggest hits like “Staying Alive” at The Australian Bee Gees Show at the Living Arts Centre.
- May 4: Join the Mississauga Festival Choir as it celebrates its 40th anniversary with Musical Milestones, a special performance presenting a program of highlights from its musical past and new works at the Living Arts Centre.
- May 5: Visit the Sunday Antique Market to shop for unique finds in this beloved once-a-month pop-up at the Small Arms Inspection Building.
- May 5: Help raise important funds for transitional supportive housing facility Amargh House and join the Spring Strides 3K Walk starting at 1654 Lakeshore Rd. W.
- May 5: Celebrate the Mississauga Symphony Youth Orchestra’s amazing milestone at the 10th Anniversary Concert, where current members will be joined by alumni for a spectacular performance at the Living Arts Centre.
- May 5: Hear one of the most monumental works in the symphonic repertoire as the Mississauga Symphony Orchestra presents Alpine Symphony at the Living Arts Centre.
- May 5: Enjoy some of classic rock’s greatest hits during the Legendary Guitar Heroes Tribute to guitar legends Eric Clapton, Bonnie Raitt, and Stevie Ray Vaughan at Rama Gaming House.
May 6 - 12
- May 8-9: Discover innovative new halal products and services, learn about the latest trends and connect with top halal industry professionals and businesses at the Halal Expo Canada 2024 at the International Centre.
- May 9: Bring your mom or your bestie out for some fun at Nox Wine Bar’s Mother’s Day Sip & Paint Night – no art skills required.
- May 10: Dance along to hits by some of the top pop artists, plus fun throwbacks, at Mini Pop Kids Live at the Living Arts Centre.
- May 10: Get caffeinated and crafty as you paint the perfect watercolour creation at Studio.89’s Coffee & Canvas: Mothers Day guided paint night.
- May 10: Experience Heartthrobs of Years Gone By, a tribute show to Tom Jones, Engelbert Humperdink and Neil Diamond at Meadowvale Theatre.
- May 11: Enjoy live music, singing, stage dance and skits during Canara Kala Saanz 2024 at Meadowvale Theatre.
- May 12: Relax and dine on a delicious meal at the Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch at either LIVE Restaurant or Braeben Golf Course.
- May 12: Join in the Celebration of Buddha’s Birthday 2024, featuring meditation, an immersive exhibition of Buddha’s journey, family activities and more at the Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto.
- May 12: Have fun watching fierce drag performances while snacking and sipping mimosas at The Rec Room’s Not Your Mama’s Drag Brunch.
- May 12: Treat yourself, your mom or your friends to a delicious brunch accompanied by music and live entertainment during Chef Hassan’s Mother’s Day Brunch.
May 13 - 19
- May 18: Turn milk cartons into creative, eco-friendly bird feeders at Studio.89’s Upcycled EcoFeeder Workshop.
- May 18: Enjoy a variety of folklore dance and singing presented by The Canadian Croatian Folklore Federation (East) at the 50th Canadian-Croatian Folklore Festival at the Living Arts Centre.
- May 19: Join New Kid In Town as they perform timeless classics in their show Tribute to The Eagles at Rama Gaming House.
May 20 - 26
- May 23 – 25: Have a good time listening to live music while supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities during the indoor music festival the McBowl Concert Series at Classic Bowl.
- May 24: Visit Studio.89 to paint with your pet during their guided event, Pups & Canvas: A Doggy and Owner Paint Night.
- May 24 – 26: Celebrate cultural diversity through food, entertainment, educational displays and family activities as Mississauga’s beloved Carassauga Festival of Cultures 2024 celebrates its 39th year! Grab your passport and explore 25 cultural passports at 7 locations throughout the city.
May 27 - 31
- May 29: Enjoy a selection of board games with your family or friends at Studio.89’s Dice & Lattes Board Game Night.
- May 29: Experience a dynamic ensemble of incredible singers as they pay homage to some of the most influential artists of our lifetime during Classic Troubadours Live: The Songs of James, Joni, Jackson & Carole at Meadowvale Theatre.