Summers are great for going out and spending time with family and friends. Whether that means being active with fitness classes, going to parks and conservation areas, or checking out weekend festivals, there is something for everyone.
There are so many places in Mississauga where you can go to have a great time this summer.
Here are 70+ Summer Activities in Mississauga!
1. Minecraft Experience
This immersive experience invites visitors to embark on a rescue mission to save the villagers, navigating iconic Minecraft realms, gathering resources, and teaming up with fellow adventurers to overcome challenges.
June 20 to September 2, 2025 @ Square One Shopping Centre, 199 Rathburn Road West, Mississauga
2. Mississauga Halal Food Festival
The Mississauga Halal Food Festival is a scrumptious extravaganza where diverse halal cuisines mingle with laughter and entertainment. This foodie fiesta has been sizzling for ten years, drawing over 20,000 hungry attendees annually from all corners of the region. Come join the delicious fun!
June 13 to 15 at Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
3. Blooms & Berries Festival
Celebrate Mississauga’s agricultural heritage at the annual summer festival held at the historic Benares House! Indulge in a variety of workshops and events suitable for all ages. Inspired by Clarkson Village’s rich history as Ontario’s strawberry capital, relive the charm of the summer season with delightful strawberry socials and activities. Join us for a month-long celebration of our agricultural past and present!
June 14 & 15 at Benares Historic House, Mississauga
4. National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day in grand style! Explore Indigenous art, music and entertainment presented in collaboration with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.
June 21 at Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
5. Taste of Clarkson
Savour the treasures of the neighbourhood during Taste of Clarkson Village. All month long, these local restaurants are offering prix-fixe menus and special promotions.
July 2025 @ Clarkson Village, Lakeshore Rd. W. (east of Southdown Rd. to Meadow Wood Rd.)
6. Activate Games
Is rain spoiling your plans for outdoor fun? Mississauga is getting an interactive gaming facility this summer – Activate Games. Each dynamic game room has interactive technology that reacts in real time, ensuring an adrenaline-filled adventure.
Activate Games, 5980 Mclaughlin Rd, Unit 1, Mississauga
7. Explore Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens
Credit: Emmanuel Nalli
Explore the famous Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens before summer fully unfurls its scratching heat. Stroll through one of Canada’s largest rhododendron gardens, a generous gift from Dr. Joseph Brueckner. Between May and June, azaleas and rhododendrons bloom spectacularly, framed by white pines and assorted perennials, creating a year-round haven for nature lovers.
Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens, 660 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga
8. On the Verandah Outdoor Music Concerts
“On the Verandah” is a free outdoor music series that features diverse acts like The Peter Banting Swingtet, The Burlington Welsh Ladies Chorus, Jazz Plazma, and Subourbon Street perform.
Fridays, until August 15 at Benares Historic House, Mississauga
9. Celebrate Canada Day
Credit: Paint The Town Red
Celebrate Canada’s 158th Birthday. Take part in official festivities at Celebration Square.
Festivities, complete with Canada Day Fireworks, also take place at Port Credit and in Streetsville.
July 1 at Celebration Square, Mississauga
10. Explore Riverwood
Located on the banks of Credit River, Riverwood is a 150-acre park that houses both historical buildings and environmentally significant areas. Enjoy a day out hiking the trails that traverse habitats of more than 475 species of animals and plants.
Year-Round @ Riverwood extends north from Burnhamthorpe Road West to Highway 403. The entrance is located at the intersection of Burnhamthorpe Road West and The Credit Woodlands / Riverwood Park Lane
11. Lakeview Farmers’ & Artisan Market
Visit the Small Arms Inspection Building for a delightful market experience featuring local vendors, live entertainment, and more! Don’t miss out on the fun!
Sundays @ Small Arms Inspection Building, 1352 Lakeshore Rd E, Mississauga
12. Movie Nights
Grab a blanket and join your friends and neighbours at the City’s biggest outdoor theatre. From nostalgic throwbacks to blockbuster hits, this year’s Movie Nights line-up includes PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom and more!
Thursdays, June 19 – Sep 4, 2025 @ Mississauga Celebration Square
13. Fish Ontario Licence Free
Fish for free during National fishing week. Some great places to fish include Etobicoke creek, Sheridan Creek, Birchwood Creek, Loyalist Creek, Credit River, Mullet Creek and Lake Ontario.
June 14, 15, June 28 – July 6, 2025 @ Ontario Waters
14. Community Rides
Calling all cycling enthusiasts! The City of Mississauga and Toronto Pearson have teamed up to offer a fantastic series of free, in-person bike rides from May to October. Join for the Community Rides and embark on a journey of exploration, meeting new people, and enjoying the outdoors while staying active. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced cyclist, routes ranging from 8km to 16km will take you through bike-friendly roads and trails. Each ride starts at 10 a.m. and concludes with refreshments provided by Toronto Pearson. Get ready to pedal and have a great time!
May to October @ Various Communities
15. Walk from one end to the other of Mississauga
This summer, walk the Mississauga section of the Waterfront Trail that runs from Winston Churchill Boulevard to Marie Curtis Park, enjoying the sights and sounds of Lake Ontario. (~22 km)
Credit: Waterfront Trail
16. Living With Wellness Arts Festival
Celebrate wellness, music, art, and community at the Living With Wellness Festival 2025! Set in the heart of Mississauga at Celebration Square, this festival brings people together to enjoy life’s vibrant moments.
June 27 to 28, 2025 @ Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
17. Fresh Air Fitness
Experience the magic of movement! Run, punch, dance and burn those calories away each Wednesday with Fresh Air Fitness. The City’s best instructors have crafted a season filled with your favourite muscle-pumping, high-energy classes for everyone of all fitness levels and abilities to enjoy.
Wednesdays @Mississauga Celebration Square
18. JACKALOPE Festival
Mississauga’s Celebration Square and Square One Shopping Centre will transform into the ultimate urban playground, welcoming world-class global athletes, gravity-defying stunts and family-friendly fun over three electrifying days of skateboarding competition, bouldering, BASE jumping, breaking competition and more.
July 11 to 14 Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
19. Outdoor Pools
Escape the heat at Erindale outdoor pool or any other seven outdoor pools in Mississauga.
20. Streetsville Fun
Learn Salsa on Saturdays during the Summer at Streetsville Village Square.
Summer @ 280 Queen St. S. Streetsville
21. Mississauga Rotary RibFest
Prepare your taste buds for a mouth-watering experience as the Rotary Club brings you six incredible “Ribbers: who will tantalize your senses with their mouth-watering pork and beef ribs, juicy chicken, delectable sausages and more.
July 11 to 13 @ Erin Mills Town Centre, Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga
22. Laze around a beach
Enjoy a sunny day at the beach. Jack Darling Memorial Park, Richard’s Memorial Park Beach, Lakefront Promenade Park Beach are all great locations to spend a day at the beach in Mississauga.
23. Bollywood Monster Mashup
BollywoodMonster Mashup is returning to Celebration Square with international Bollywood stars, dance performances, concerts, sizzling food, shopping and more this July.
July 25 & 27 @ Mississauga Celebration Square
24. Mississauga Latin Festival
Bring your children, invite your family and friends to practice SPANISH, learn SALSA and enjoy the first and only LATINO Festival in Mississauga and the Peel region with more than 35,000 attendees, at the Mississauga Celebration Square.
July 18 to 20, 2025 @ Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
25. Mississauga Asian Night Market
This year’s night market promises to be even bigger and better, bringing together over 70 unique vendors offering mouth-watering street food, exciting live performances, and a variety of cultural displays.
July 18 to 20, 2025 @ P6 Parking Lot, Square One Shopping Centre, City Centre Drive, Mississauga
26. See an Egyptian Museum
Did you know that there is an Egyptian Museum in Mississauga? See identical replicas of King TUT Tomb treasures in addition to various pieces from different dynasties of Ancient Egypt and Coptic antiquities when Ontario reopens museums.
27. Mosaic Festival and Rock The Coliseum Indie Music Festival
The two-day free festival will feature music, dance, folklore, Bollywood, food and shopping in the heart of Mississauga headlined by the popular artists and performers from India, Pakistan, Canada and USA.
August 1 & 2, 2025 @ Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
28. Summer Programs at the Library
Mississauga libraries are running various free drop-in programs throughout the summer, including reading clubs, sewing and coding classes, family movie nights, and a wide variety of other fun activities. Check out the schedule at your local library.
29. Chase a waterfall
The chances are that you never knew that there is a waterfall in Mississauga. This lesser-known waterfall, part of the Mullets Creek that empties into the Credit River, is located in a wooded area of Burnhamthorpe Road just before the Burnhamthorpe Rd bridge.
30. Go for a walk at Lakeshore Harbour Front
Lakeshore Harbour Front is a great place to go for an evening stroll by the water and watch the sunset. You also get a great view of the old Port Credit lighthouse.
31. Cineplex Junxion Erin Mills
George Pimentel Photography
Check out the massive entertainment centre spanning 45,000 square feet. This massive venue combines movies, gaming, dining, and live performances for an unforgettable experience. With six state-of-the-art auditoriums, including D-BOX seats, and over 100 game stations, visitors of all ages will find their perfect entertainment fix.
32. Take a selfie at CF-100 airplane statue
Take a selfie in front of the CF-100 airplane statue, which pays homage to the nearby Pearson Airport at Paul Coffey Park
The park also features a unique children’s playground complete with castles and dragons, turrets to climb and slides to zip down.
3430 Derry East Rd. Mississauga
33. Amphitheatre Unplugged
Listen to emerging and established Mississauga talent, including singers, musicians, dancers, spoken-word artists, poets, comedians, and more.
Wednesdays, Aug 6 – Aug 27, 2025 @ Mississauga Celebration Square
34. Port Credit Busker Fest
Be prepared for some of the best Magic, Acrobatics, juggling, hoola hooping, beatboxing, whip cracking and gut-splitting comedy right on the streets of Port Credit.
August 15 to 17 @ Port Credit Memorial Park 40 Lakeshore Rd E, Mississauga
35. Summer Bhangra Jam
Get ready to groove at the 1st ever RED FM #SummerBhangraJam! This one-day fest is packed with Punjabi superstars, Bhangra dances, tasty food trucks, shopping galore, a KidsZone for the little ones, and even fashion shows.
Saturday, August 9, 12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. @ Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
36. Bike the Culham Trail
This 18km paved trail is specifically for cycling and passes various natural, green spaces around Mississauga.
37. BraeBen Golf Course
Bring the whole family to BraeBen Golf Course to try out the 9-hole or 18-hole golf courses.
BraeBen Golf Course, 5700 Terry Fox Way, Mississauga
38. See the cascades of Sawmill Creek
Enjoy beautiful views of small cascade falls and stroll along the peaceful nature trails that are found in Sawmill Creek Park.
1955 Burnhamthorpe Rd W, Mississauga
39. Big Blue Waterslide
Big Blue is 165 feet of pure fun and is Mississauga’s longest waterslide, located inside Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale Hotel. You can use this slide for a fee even if you are not a hotel guest.
Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale Hotel
40. Mississauga Canoe Club
Try out canoeing or kayaking with the Mississauga Canoe Club, they have everything from beginner to competitive programs for all ages. They also have summer camp programs for kids in the city of Mississauga.
27 Front St N, Mississauga
41. Explore Benares Historic House
Once restrictions lift, explore Benares Historic House, which was home to four generations of the Harris and Sayers families. The house served as the inspiration for Canadian writer Mazo de Roche’s Whiteoaks of Jaina series.
42. Lions Farmers Market
This farmers market offers locally grown, fresh produce as well as top quality cracked corn, maple syrup, jams and preserves.
Wednesdays | 9 AM- 3 PM @ 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
Sundays | 8 AM – 3 PM @ Robert Speck Parkway
43. See Sunflowers
My Lakeview village
From late August to Early September, stand in a field of one million sunflowers. Visit Lakeview Village, and experience them for free before they’re gone!
August @ 800 Hydro Road in Mississauga
44. Eat some cheesecake
Taste out-of-this-world dessert at Supermoon Japanese Style Cheesecakes. They offer a variety of delicious desserts ,including fluffy, creamy cheesecakes, decadently rich cheese tarts, and bubble tea.
2150 Burnhamthorpe Rd W
45. Explore the Adamson Estate
Stretching over 13 acres, the Adamson Estate is a public waterfront park with lush gardens that house the Cawthra-Adamson Division of the Royal Conservatory of Music.
850 Enola Ave, Mississauga
46. The Apple Market
If you love apples, this is definitely a place worth checking out but they also sell a variety of other foods including fresh fruits, vegetables and plants. There is a strong focus on health and wellness as they offer organic food at great prices.
2281 Camilla Rd, Mississauga
47. Go on a Public Art Tour
Take a self-guided art tour and discover fabulous works from Mississauga’s outdoor art gallery. #SaugaPublicArtTour
48. Lakefront Promenade Marina
Lakefront Promenade Marina is a beautiful park with picnic areas, barbecues, great fishing opportunities and a splash pad, making it the perfect place to spend the day with family.
49. Celebrate summer with treats from La Sem Patisserie
Get cakes, pastries, cookies, gelato and other Italian-inspired treats at this exclusive Italian patisserie that was also voted as the Best Cannoli in the GTA by the Toronto Star.
1275 Eglinton Avenue East
50. Mississauga ItalFest
Enjoy entertainment from emerging and established Italo-Canadian talent, headline artists direct from Italy, authentic Italian food, children’s attractions and more!
August 22 & 23 @ Mississauga Celebration Square, City Centre Drive, Mississauga
51. Find tranquillity in this Japanese garden
This tranquil, Japanese-inspired garden is home to majestic Sakura trees, rhododendrons, sculptures, and even a duck pond.
Kariya Park, 3620 Kariya Dr, Mississauga
52. Celebrate “Me Time”.
Located within the historical and charming Glenerin Inn, this boutique spa will massage your stresses away, so that you can walk out feeling relaxed, refreshed and recharged.
1695 The Collegeway
53. Royal Canadian International Circus
Royal Canadian International Circus
Come under the Big Top and get a glimpse into a traditional circus world. Jam-packed with explosive live entertainment, featuring high-flying acrobatics, death-defying tricks, towering feats of strength, teetering towers of balanced bodies, extreme bending and devilishly precarious aerials!
August 8 to 17, 2025 @ Dixie Outlet Mall Parking Lot, 1250 South Service Road, Mississauga
54. Japan Festival
Visit the largest Japanese festival in Canada to enjoy the true Japanese experience including Japanese food, culture and technologies.
August 16 & 17 @ Mississauga Celebration Square
55. Shop till you drop at historic Queen Street
Walk down historic Queen Street and shop for one-of-a-kind specialty items. Indulge at one of the many restaurants of Streetsville after your trip.
Queen Street, Mississauga
56. Watch people fly off to distant lands
Do you love watching planes take off and land from Toronto’s International Airport? Then visit the Airplane Viewing Platform at Danville Park.
6525 Danville Rd, Mississauga
57. Go on Historic Tours
Heritage Mississauga has created free self-guided Heritage Tour brochures for Clarkson, Cooksville, Dixie, Erindale, Lakeview, Meadowvale Village, Old Malton, Old Port Credit and Streetsville. Perfect for each summer weekend!
58. Rock Climbing
Try indoor rock climbing at The Cave. Although not mandatory, they do offer basic and introductory bouldering classes to help get you started. There are a few different passes and memberships to choose from, and kids must be at least 7 years old.
1705 Argentia Rd, Unit 5, Mississauga
59. Frolic at Ontario’s largest indoor amusement park
Located inside Woodbine Shopping Centre, Fantasy Fair boasts 12 full-size family rides and attractions and provides hours of fun for all ages, from toddlers to 80-year-olds.
500 Rexdale Boulevard, Etobicoke (at Toronto/Mississauga border)
60. Picnic at Richard Memorial Park
This park is great for a picnic with friends and family or an evening walk. Enjoy the beach and spot as many swans and ducks as you can, swimming around.
804 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga
61. Kidsports
This massive playground features 2 challenge play structures, the famous adventure challenge and the wee challenge. This place is great for drop-in play, as they are open every day.
Year Round @ 4500 Dixie Road, Unit 8, Mississauga
62. Port Credit Yacht Club
Learn to sail at the Port Credit Yacht Club, which offers both youth and adult sailing programs. They even have a family race night on Thursdays.
115 Lakefront Promenade, Mississauga
63. Mississauga MuslimFest
Enjoy concerts featuring popular Muslim artists, comedy shows, food, a multicultural bazaar, and a kids’ carnival.
August 29 to 31 Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
64. Mississauga Hong Kong Festival
Mississauga Hong Kong Festival will celebrate creativity, talent, and community through various cultural fusion activities. Key highlights include the World Kong Cup 2025, a Fashion Design Jersey Competition, a Talent Quest, and a Photography Contest.
August 30 to September 1, 2025 @ Paramount Fine Foods Centre Sportzone North, 5600 Rose Cherry Pl, Mississauga
65. Southside Shuffle Blues and Jazz Festival
Prepare for an unforgettable musical experience at the three-day outdoor festival held at Port Credit Memorial Park! Don’t miss the free Saturday afternoon street party, the Rabba Fine Foods Street Shuffle, showcasing performances from over 20 musical acts.
September 5 to 7, 2025 @ Port Credit Memorial Park, 20 Lakeshore Rd East, Mississauga
66. Egyptian Coptic Festival
The Egyptian Coptic Festival celebrates Egyptian Culture, history, arts and music at Mississauga Celebration Square. Enjoy family fun, music, shows, documentaries, kids activities, vendors and traditional food.
September 5 & 6, 2025 @ Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
67. Horse Riding
Try riding classes, riding camp or host a birthday party at Meadowlark Stables. It will be a great opportunity to improve your horse knowledge and learn about horse care and handling.
800 Meadowpine Blvd, Mississauga
68. Philippine Festival
Taste the sumptuous Filipino food dishes that the Philippines is known for, enjoy culture performances, arts, crafts and more at this two day festival.
September 12 to 14 @ Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
69. Cool off at spray pads
Cool off at spray pads around the city, like Jack Darling Park and Mississauga Valley Spray pad, open to all, free of charge. Check out the list of all locations to see what’s nearest to you.
70. Skyzone
Bring your family and friends to this indoor trampoline park to play dodge ball, volleyball or laser tag. They also have warrior courses, if you’re up for it.
3636 Hawkestone Rd, Mississauga
71. Rattray Marsh Conservation Area
Take a walk through Rattray Marsh Conservation Area and spot different species of birds and other wildlife.
50 Bexhill Rd, Mississauga
72. Enjoy some ice cream at Dairy Cream
Cool off this summer at Dairy Cream with delicious treats like sundaes, banana splits, milkshakes, and so much more.
715 Lakeshore Rd E, Mississauga
73. Paintball Nation
On those days when the weather isn’t that great, bring your family and friends together for some paintball games this summer.
6200 Ordan Drive, Mississauga
74. Explore some parks
Get your family and friends together and go to your local park to enjoy nature, walk, play soccer, volleyball or whatever sport you like. Here is a list of a few Mississauga parks.
75. Meadowvale Conservation Area
Take your dog for a walk, go hiking, cycle, do some bird-watching or practice your photography skills at this beautiful conservation area.
1081 Old Derry Rd, Mississauga
76. Rainy Day
Get locked up in a room, test your wits, get out within the specified time at an Escape Room, or visit any of the indoor amusement centres in Mississauga.
77. Mississauga Lantern & Mid-Autumn Festival
The festival presents a stunning display of lanterns, traditional performances, delectable food, and engaging cultural activities.
September 19 to 21 @ Square One Shopping Centre, City Centre Drive, Mississauga
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