Published May 3, 2022 at 3:31 pm
Festivals, movie nights and various other events are planned in the coming months at Mississauga Celebration Square as city officials welcome people back to some “summertime magic” after two years of pandemic-related cancellations.
City of Mississauga officials say beginning this month and continuing into October, live and in-person events are back at the square, which is presenting the lineup under the theme “Summertime Magic.”
“Enjoy a variety of free events from food festivals to outdoor fitness and live music, representing a mosaic of Mississauga’s cultural scene. There is something for everyone to enjoy,” the City said in a news release today (May 3).
In addition to several festivals and the hugely popular Movie Nights slated to take place at the downtown core outdoor venue, here are a few other events on tap at Celebration Square this summer:
Ontario Parasport Games Opening Ceremony: kick off the Games with the Opening Ceremony at Celebration Square on May 13. From May 13 to 15, Mississauga will host Ontario’s parasport athletes, who will be striving for gold while competing throughout the city
Ontario Summer Games Opening Ceremony: for the second time, Mississauga is proud to host the Ontario Summer Games. The Opening Ceremony will take place on July 21. From July 21 to 24, Ontario’s athletes will compete in a number of sports at various locations
Fresh Air Fitness: run, punch, dance and burn the calories away with Fresh Air Fitness. Instructors have crafted a season filled with various muscle-pumping, high-energy classes for people of all fitness levels and abilities
Open Air Story Time: brings stories to life through weekly interactive live readings of children’s books. Taking place in the Amphitheatre on Wednesday mornings, families are invited to join City librarians as they explore the wonderful world of imagination through books, crafts and activities
National Indigenous Peoples Day: a celebration on June 21 from 6 to 10 p.m. organized in collaboration with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Visitors can experience delicious food prepared by a lineup of Indigenous vendors, browse through the artisan market, then head to the main stage for a concert featuring headline performer Logan Staats
Canada Day: celebrate Canada Day from 4 to 10 p.m. in the heart of Mississauga with live entertainment, food trucks and a spectacular fireworks finale. The musical lineup features Canadian breakout artist JESSIA, multi-platinum performer Elijah Woods, Mississauga sensation Junia T, hip-hop star Zach Zoya and Juno Award-winning artist TÖME
Amphitheatre Unplugged: live performances organized in partnership with the Mississauga Arts Council take place every Wednesday night in August
Love Local Music: live music can be experienced under the night sky as local music curators present a series of concerts in the Amphitheatre. Tickets are required and seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis
The Porch: created for those with a sweet (or savoury) tooth, The Porch is Celebration Square’s outdoor patio. Located in the Market Trellis, food trucks will be cooking up fresh food for an affordable price
The Fountain: suit up and head to the biggest wading pool in the city. Enjoy an afternoon of fun in the sun steps away from the big screens, food trucks and exciting live events
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