Frolicking in a waterpark, ziplining and night-glow-kayaking over Heart Lake and checking out Brampton’s natural spaces on horseback are just three things you can do this summer in Brampton.
You will find plenty of entertainment, food and fun, in this list of 40+ awesome things to do in Brampton this summer:
1. Heritage Sounds Music Festival
June 16 to 18, 2023
Various Venues, Brampton
Free
2. Immerse in nature at Heart Lake Conservation
Enjoy outdoor fun with the beauty of nature as your backdrop at Heart Lake Conservation Park. From learning to fish in the lake or frolicking at a pool and splash pad to Watershed TreeCaching, and boating, there is plenty to do at this TRCA-managed park.
Learn to fish – Register
Aquatic Facility Open Daily June 24 to September 4 in 2023
Open Throughout Summer.
10818 Heart Lake Road
Brampton
$24.00
3. Wet ‘n’ Wild
Try out Canada’s longest bowl water slide, blast through adventure slides, try out mini slides, spray toys, a tipping bucket, and gallons of kid-sized fun await you in this ultimate family oasis.
Until Labour Day Weekend
7855 Finch Ave W, Brampton
$39.95 to $59.95.
4. Brampton Rib & Beer Festival
Nothing says summer like the aroma of sizzling gourmet meats on the fired-up, smoking hot grills! The Brampton Ribfest is back for 2023, and they are bringing the best BBQ in Canada to Chinguacousy Park.
June 23 to 25, 2023
Chinguacousy Park, 9050 Bramalea Road, Brampton
$2
5. Free Movies
Now that the pandemic is behind us (hopefully!!), staple summer events are back, including free movies! Bring your blanket or lawn chair to FREE family-friendly outdoor movie screenings.
July & August
Chinguacousy Park, Mount Pleasant Square, and Garden Square.
Free
6. Glow-in-the-Dark Kayak
Dive into the calm and clear waters Heart Lake Conservation Area for a glow-in-the-dark kayaking adventure, surrounded by stunning views and charming lily pads.
Summer
10818 Heart Lake Road
Brampton
$30 & up
7. Hike Brampton’s longest trail
Explore Brampton’s City’s southern and northern boundaries through 17 kilometres of Etobicoke Creek Recreational Trail and enjoy sightings of urban wildlife as you meander through parks, urban forests and wildflower fields.
8. Go Horseback Riding
Visit Claireville Ranch and go on a relaxing and peaceful journey on horseback. They offer one hour trail rides that take you through woods, streams, fields and hills.
Weekends.
Claireville Ranch
8742 Claireville Conservation Rd, Brampton
$50.00 per person
9. Fitness in the Park
The City of Brampton will be holding free outdoor workouts like Cardio and Zumba, Cardio, Muscle and Strength Conditioning, Child and Youth Fitness, Low Impact Exercise, Muscle and Strength Conditioning, Parent and Baby/Child and Family Fitness, Yoga, Balance, and Wellness all summer long. Join for a class near you!
Various Dates
Across Brampton
Free
10. Bike the Creek
Explore Brampton on Bike! Join hundreds of cyclists in this fun family ride through the spectacular valleys, trails and historic landmarks, urban and rural settings of Brampton and Caledon. Download the map online.
June 10, 2023 (or any day of your choosing to explore)
Across Brampton
Free
10. Camp in your backyard
Enjoy the weekend camping at Indian Line Campground. Spend some time at the swimming pool, children’s area, go cycling, hiking, canoeing or play your favourite sports for a fun-filled weekend.
Open throughout summer
7625 Finch Ave West, Brampton
Varies depending on the site
11. Enjoy a Hot Summer Day at Professor’s Lake
Professor’s Lake offers a beach, slide, water activities like paddle boating and canoeing and lots of other fun stuff! Pack a picnic to spend the day with the family. There is also a new inflatable water park on the lake for buoyant fun.
Open during summer
1660 North Park Drive, Brampton
Varies
12. Celebrate Canada’s Birthday
Celebrate Canada Day with plenty of fun activities and breathtaking fireworks.
July 1, 2023
Chinguacousy Park
Free
13. Go Fishing
D0 you know you can fish for free without a license during National fishing week? Loafers Lake, Etobicoke Creek, Heart Lake, Professor’s Lake, West Humber River, and Levi’s Creek are all great places where you can cast a line in Brampton.
June 17 & 18 & July 1-9, 2023
Waterbodies in Brampton
Free
14. Historic Bovaird House
Experience yesteryears at Brampton’s only heritage residences open to the public. Travel back in time and experience the charm of a bygone era at Historic Bovaird House.
563 Bovaird Drive East,
Brampton
Free
15. Test your monkey skills
Test your monkey skills, manoeuvre across swaying logs, scramble along with cables above the forest floor and maybe even bring out your inner Tarzan at Treetop Trekking.
Open Throughout Summer.
10818 Heart Lake Road
Brampton
$35 & up
16. Carabram Brampton’s Multicultural Event
Friday, July 7 to Sunday, July 9, 2023
Century Gardens Recreation Centre, 340 Vodden St E, Brampton
$10 to $12
17. Get local treats from the Farmers’ Market
Enjoy fresh produce, delicious baked goods and other treats at the Brampton Farmers’ Market.
Saturdays from 8 am to 1 pm starting June 10 until October 7, 2023
Gage Park, Ken Whillans Square and on Wellington Street West (between Main Street South and George Street South)
Free
18. Royal Canadian International Circus
Step right up and prepare to be amazed by the Royal Canadian International Circus! Enter the magical realm of the traditional circus under the Big Top. Get ready for a thrilling experience filled with explosive live entertainment. Witness jaw-dropping high-flying acrobatics, death-defying tricks, astonishing displays of strength, mesmerizing human towers, mind-bending contortionists, and daring aerial performances that will leave you on the edge of your seat!
July 6 – 9, 2023
Shoppers World Brampton, 499 Main Street South, Brampton
$35 – 60
19. Pick Your Own Strawberries
Pick your own strawberries, apples and other produce at Big’s Apple Farm.
Open daily during Summer
8674 Heritage Road
Brampton
Free
20. Or Some Raspberries
Visit Sunny Acre Farms for raspberries, red and black currants and garlic.
Open daily during Summer
9519 Winston Churchill Blvd, Norval
Free
21. Perplexity Escape Games
Can you escape the eerie farmhouse, a broken-down elevator running out of air or a creepy motel? For ages 10+.
56 Bramsteele Road, Unit 2
Brampton
Varies
22. Vibrant Brampton Festival
Enjoy performances by local and international artists, Bollywood and Punjabi performers, food, shopping, magic shows, face painting and special projects for kids. Community art projects, free giveaways and lots more at this two-day festival.
July 21 & 22, 2023
Garden Square, Brampton
Free
23. Twelfth Night
This summer, join Louie the Goat Productions and Performing Arts Brampton for Brampton’s Own Shakespeare Show – Twelfth Night. Grab a chair or blanket and head over to laugh and cry to this classic, family-friendly comedy.
Thursdays – Chinguacousy Park: July 20, 27, and August 3, 2023 at 7:30 PM
Fridays – Mount Pleasant Square: July 21, 28, and August 4, 2023 at 7:30 PM
Saturdays – Ken Whillans Square: July 22, 29, and August 5, 2023 at 7:30 PM
Free
24. Explore Brampton’s Trails
From Esker Lake Recreational Trail that takes you through Brampton’s parks, green spaces and conservation areas to Chinguacousy Trail, there are plenty of natural spaces in Brampton.
25. Jambana One World Festival
Feel the rhythms of Reggae, World Beat, Soca, Gospel, Dance & Comedy. Experience the sights, sounds, tastes and global diversity at JAMBANA!
August 7, 2023
Garden Square, Brampton
Free
26. Spray Pads/Outdoor Pools
Enjoy the various free spray pads and pools around the city, like Peel Village spray pad and Batsman Park. Also, check out this list of all spray pads and pools around Brampton.
27. Shop till you drop
Support local by shopping at downtown Brampton stores. During August, the BIA also holds an “Endless Summer Sidewalk Sale.”
28. Claireville Conservation Area
This beautiful conservation area is great for bird watchers, bikers and hikers.
Open daily year-round
8180 Regional Road 50, Brampton
Free
29. Downtown Heritage Walking Tour
Go on a self-guided Brampton Downtown Heritage Walking Tour! This engaging tour showcases downtown Brampton’s distinctive and vibrant built, natural and cultural heritage.
Open daily year-round
Downtown Brampton
Free
30. Play Golf
Tee off at Brampton’s golf courses.
31. Formula Kartways
Experience the thrill of racing in Canada’s premier karting centre, with kart speed’s up to 43 kilometres per hour on a 1/4 mile track. 13+.
79 Bramsteele Road, Brampton
32. Test your Balance on Wheels
Visit Rollerplex Entertainment Centre and try racing simulators, in addition to having a fun time roller skating!
11-284 Orenda Rd., Brampton
33. Cool off at Eldorado Park
This beautiful park is great for a summer afternoon with great trails, picnic areas and a public outdoor pool.
8520 Creditview Road, Brampton
Free
34. Chinguacousy Park
This park is filled with great facilities like tennis courts and tropical gardens, and a greenhouse. They also have a Carousel and Train Ride, Paddle Boats, Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Mini Golf, Splash Pads, and many more great activities for the whole family.
8520 Creditview Road, Brampton
Free activities vary.
35. Eat out and travel around the world
Travel around the world through various international cuisines available from restaurants in Brampton.
36. Unwind in the Flower City
You can find brilliant floral displays across Brampton. Visit once a month and see what’s in bloom and enjoy the beauty of Flower City.
37. Play at Playdium
From state-of-the-art games and rope courses to food and prizes as unique as you, Playdium unlocks your potential to let go and live wild.
20 Biscayne Crescent, Brampton
Free, activities vary.
38. Explore Brampton’s Public Art
If you are looking for a free activity and something spectacular to fill your Instagram wall, look no further than Brampton’s public artworks.
39. Learn about Brampton at PAMA
Learn more about the history of Brampton and Peel region at Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives.
9 Wellington St. E., Brampton
$4 to $5
40. Brampton Food Truck Festival
Serving up some of the best food from the country, this is a festival you won’t want to miss!
September 1 to 3, 2023
Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park, 9050 Bramalea Rd, Brampton
Free
41. World Of Jazz Festival
Get ready to be B-Jazzed at the World of Jazz Festival! With over 100 musicians and 18 ensembles, this two-day event in Downtown Brampton is a jazzy paradise. Groove to the sounds of jazz, blues, funk, bebop, swing, and Latin jazz. Enjoy multiple stages, tasty food, a kids zone, and even join a late-night jazz jam session.
September 9 to 10, 2023
Various Venues, Brampton
Free
42. Welcome Fall with a trip to an apple orchard
Enjoy a wagon ride into the orchards and pick fresh apples and pears at the 100 acre Carl Laidlaw Orchards nestled in the gorgeous Credit River Valley. You can also visit sunflower fields in August.
Summer to Fall
9496 Heritage Rd, Brampton
$5.75 to $7.75 plus hst
43. Beat the inclement weather indoors
In addition to the attractions mentioned above, Brampton is home to plenty of other fun indoor attractions where you can have fun, whether it is sweltering heat or raining cats and dogs outdoors.
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