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Explore Richmond Hill this summer! From great food festivals to getting a exquisite view of the heavens up-close, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a staycation this summer in Richmond Hill! . Here is a list of 25+ things to get a head start to a great summer in Richmond Hill.
1. David Dunlap Observatory
Join for astronomy programs at David Dunlap Observatory that hosts the largest telescope in Canada. It is also great venue for an evening walk!
Get introduced to the wonders of astronomy through an indoor planetarium experience, activities for younger visitors and stargazing during select nights. You can spend time at both the main building as well as the Observatory to visit the 74″ telescope to learn its history and experience stargazing celestial targets first hand.
2. Celebrate Canada Day
During the day you can visit the marketplace, art exhibit, see figure skating demonstrations and various pavilions for food, craft beer, entertainment and a hockey tournament. There will also be well-known performers in the evening followed by fireworks. List of events
July 1, 2019 at Richmond Green Sports Centre and Park, 1300 Elgin Mills Road East
3. Ribfest
Try out great ribs from a variety of food vendors, enjoy live entertainment, children’s activities and don’t forget to check out the beer garden.
July 26-28, 2019 at Richmond Green Sports Centre and Park, 1300 Elgin Mills Road East
4. Second Annual Richmond Hill Ward 5 Music Festival
Join Councillor Karen Cilevitz for 6 hours of continuous live music and live entertainment by local, original artists and performers. The event is free and activities include 18 Local Original Artists & Performers from Richmond Hill, York Region & the GTA, Indigenous Drum Circle Opening Ceremony, Food Trucks, Kids Activities & Face painting, Solar Telescope Viewing and Bottle Rocket Launching with the Astronomers of the David Dunlap Observatory Defenders, Classic and Vintage Car Exhibition courtesy of Thornhill Cruisers, 30+ Exhibitors Tables and more!
Sunday, July 7, 2019 | 2 PM – 8 PM @ Mount Pleasant Park – Harding Blvd, W, east of Arnold Crescent.
5. Jazz in the Plaza
Make the most out of summer and enjoy series of FREE concerts by variety of Jazz musicians at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts.Rain or Shine,
Every Tuesday in July & August | 7:00 PM -9:00 PM @ Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts.
6. Richmond Hill Farmers Market
Check out various vendors at this farmers market offering local organic produce, flowers, baked goods, crafts and much more. Pancake breakfast will be available on June 10, 24, July 15, 22, August 5, 12, 25.
Sundays at Elgin Barrow Arena, 43 Church Street South
7. Moonlight Movies
Bring your family and a blanket to watch a movie as the sun goes down. For more information:
August 7 – How to Train Your Dragon @ The Hidden World, Richmond Hill Central Library. Indoor location in case of inclement weather: Elgin Barrow Arena
August 14 – Wonder Park @ Ozark Park, Bond Lake Arena . This is also the indoor location in case of inclement weather.
August 21 – Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse @ Richvale Athletic Field.
August 28 – Incredibles 2 @ Silver Stream Park, Rouge Woods Community Centre.
8. Afternoon Tea @ Richmond Hill Heritage Centre
Celebrate summer with a full-service tea at the Heritage Centre. Enjoy a platter of dainty sandwiches, tasty sweets with scones, clotted cream and preserves.
Tuesdays, June 25, July 16, 30, 6, 20, 27, 2019
9. Fishing
Go fishing at the many venues around the town including Lake Wilcox, Haynes Lake, Humber River, Rouge River, Don River!
10. Lake Wilcox Park
This is a great place to spend the afternoon, with lots of amenities like a playground, splash pad and waterfront area.
11. Eyer Homestead Ropes Challenge Course
Set goals with your group and then begin working together on various challenges and activities in the beautiful Eyer Homestead Park.
12. Free Summer Concerts
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Enjoy exquisite musicians that showcase a variety of music styles from Blues, Country, Rock ‘n’ Roll
Celtic, Tribute bands and more at this free event.
Thursday evenings from 7-9 pm from July 4 to August 22 at Mill Pond Park.
Select Sundays afternoons at Richmond Green Park.
13. Disco Bowling
Visit World Bowl and experience disco bowling for a family bowling night with great music, food and bright lights.
14. Splash Pads
Spend the day at one of the many splash pads around the town like Rouge Crest Park, Grovewood Park and Newberry Park.
15. Community Tree Planting
Help build your community by volunteering to plant trees and care for green spaces. There are also several events and programs including invasive plant removal and restoration site maintenance.
16. Glaze Craze
Try some new art activities from their canvas workshops to pottery classes to glass etching. They have walk in classes as well as kids and adult classes.
17. Barbecue at Phyllis Rawlinson Park
Pack a picnic and utilise the parks fire pits to prepare a meal. On site there is also the George Forster House and the Robert Holland Interpretative Centre.
18. Cycling Parks
Check out some of the best cycling around the town with this map of great parks and tips about cycling. Some parks worth checking out include, Crosby Park and Bayview Hill Park.
18. Join for City offered program
Try out some of the many summer camps and programs being offered in Richmond Hill like sports camps, leadership programs, computer classes and many more!
19. Virtual Sting
Visit this virtual reality gaming arcade for team building, educational events and most importantly an unforgettable experience. This arcade offers cyber pong, rec room and much more!
20. The Wave Pool
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Spend the day enjoying waves, waterslides and a warm water swirl pool at this indoor facility.
21. Sue’s Fresh Market
This local market features delicious local organic meals. It is also recommended by MasterChef Canada judge, Claudio Aprile, who says you can’t miss the croissants and cinnamon buns.
22. Richmond Hill Public Library
Visit the libraries to read some great books, meet new people and participate in their programs.
23. Play tennis
Spend the evening at one of the many tennis courts around town like Mount Pleasant Park, Brickworks Park and Newberry Park.
24. Origin Room Break
This unique escape room uses story-lines that push you to your limits, challenges your skills and thinking capabilities, work as a team to solve clues and break free within a limited amount of time.
25. Richmond Green Sports Centre
This sports centre and park has just about everything including a skateboarding park, art exhibition space, splash pad, barn, basketball court and so much more!
26. Mill Pond Park
Share a picnic, listen to summer concerts, go for a walk or enjoy a summer evening at this popular park in Richmond Hill!
27. Fishing
Go fishing at the many venues around the town including Lake Wilcox, Haynes Lake, Humber River, Rouge River, Don River!
28. Beaufort Trail
Explore 5 of Richmond Hill’s parks through Beaufort Trail that connects Beaufort Hills Park, Black Willow Park, Willow Hollow Park, Pine Needle Park, Raccoon Park and Russell Tilt Park.
29. Get fresh produce from Hillcrest Farmer’s Market
Get local produce and artisanal food from Hillcrest Farmer’s Market located at the southwest parking lot in Hillcrest Mall.
Wednesdays and Sundays, May to October | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM @ 9350 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill