Sudbury 
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From outdoor concerts to glorious hikes in the woods, there is plenty to do in and around Sudbury for a fun-filled summer!
Events and Festivals
Art in the Park
Join the Art Gallery of Sudbury for a variety of inspired and imaginative activities at various public parks in the Greater Sudbury area. These events are designed for families and for ages 5 and above. Details
Various dates
Experience India in Sudbury
Experience the sights, sounds and culture of India at the Festival of India taking place at the CLE Grounds. There will be music, interactive dances, and free food hampers for all. See the spectacular car parade starting at 2 pm at 1600 Dease street. Details
Saturday, July 17, 2021
Celebrate E-Italian Festival
It’s time to celebrate amazing, authentic Italian food! Order your takeout from Società Caruso club. Details
July 9 – 11, 2021
Saturday Night Star Parties with Science North
Join Science North Bluecoats for free Saturday night Star Parties and deep dive into all things found in our night sky! Each party will have a different topic. Join the Bluecoats and learn all about space and beyond! Details
Saturdays, until September 18, 2021
2021 Summer Festival
Bring a chair or blanket and set yourself up under the stars to experience epic concerts Live From The Grotto. Enjoy curated high energy passion-filled concerts with twelve vocalists and a live band of six musicians. Details
August 31 – September 19, 2021
Wave your Rainbow Flags High
Sudbury’s Queerantaine festival is going virtual again with community events and projects that everyone can enjoy from their living room. Every day after sunset you can see the Big Nickel light up with pride colours. Details
July 12 – 18, 2021
Get ready to shout Bingo!
Get ready bingo fans, Drive-In Bingo is coming to Delta Sudbury in support of local charities and the community! Details
Saturdays, July 10 & August 7, 2021
Jazzed Up Downtown
Enjoy free outdoor concerts in downtown Sudbury. Located at the corner of Durham and Cedar, this series will feature two local acts each weekend. Details
Saturdays, until September 11, 2021 | 10:00 AM-Noon
Activities in (and around) Sudbury
Go for a picnic at Bell Park
As the days get warmer, Sudbury’s most popular park starts to become a hot-spot for getting active or simply relaxing. The natural landscapes are a perfect setting for a quaint picnic by the water.
Explore Lake Laurentian Conservation Area
This conservation area has a remote tranquillity. With scenic lookouts, nature trails, and areas to view its fauna, it is an endless opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of summer’s nature. Located just minutes away from downtown Sudbury, Lake Laurentian Conservation Area is a great place to observe wildflowers, wildlife, fish, as well as bird watch. Bring along your watercraft to the Ramsey Lake launch and cruise along the shore. Details
Take a Walk
Greater Sudbury is a nature-lovers paradise with amazing scenery and many trails to discover. Maps of the trails in the region can also be picked up from trail maps at Citizen Service Centres, Greater Sudbury Public Library branches, local sports stores, and tourism brochure racks throughout the city. Details
Get creative at the DIY Craftery and Lounge
For some creative summer fun with your friends or for a more significant event such as a birthday party, the DIY Craftery and Lounge provides craft activities for the crafty and not-so-crafty. They currently offer a variety of take-out kits to craft at home! Details
Enjoy a beer and bite to eat at the Laughing Buddha
Take your grub out to the crimson-brick courtyard and chill out with friends on a hot summer’s day. Food and drink are affordable and delicious, and there is an extensive selection of over 100 beers. Details
A game of mini golf
Spend a memorable day playing unique mini-golf courses at the Dinosaur Valley Mini Golf. Details
Scale the wall at ARC Climbing
Focusing on rock climbing and yoga, this facility features 7000 square feet of space for rock climbing that go up to 35-feet in height. Whether you’re a first-time climber or a climbing veteran, ARC climbing accommodates all. Details
Go sailing or kayaking on Kukagami Lake
Rent a log cabin on Kukagami Lake and enjoy the calm and relaxed atmosphere. Lodges offer home-cooked meals in a dining hall, ideal after time out on the water canoeing, sailing, fishing, or kayaking. Details
Try your hand at Axe Throwing at Northern Axperts
If you think you’ve tried it all, Northern Axperts is for those that actively seek out adrenaline and adventure. Axe throwing seems to be the new archery in the modern day, but isn’t your average afternoon activity. Details
Have an indoor adventure
Head over to KUPP Centre Indoor Playground + Laser Tag for some fun! They have soft play structures, a toddler soft play area, as well as laser tag. Open for private sessions from July 22, 2021. Details
Bird watch at the Fielding Bird Sanctuary
Walking the Kelly Lake Trail will lead you to the Fielding Bird Sanctuary, which offers awe-inspiring views of the lake and plenty of friendly critters and birds to identify. Details
Dine out
Wine and dine outdoors this summer at Sudbury’s outdoor patios. Head over to your favourite or nearest patio and savour some of the best food and drink the city has to offer.
Rent a cabin from the Agnew Lake Lodge
Whether you’re looking for a camping experience or cabin-stay, Agnew Lake Lodge (an hour West of Sudbury) provides spacious campsites and comfortable cabins that complement a fishing or hunting getaway in both the summer and winter months. Details
See Sunflower Fields Corn Mazes
A visit to a sunflower farm is surely a cause for a smile, photo ops, and plenty of sunshine. Walk on a path through a sea of yellow flowers and purchase a specialty product from a store on-site to commemorate your summer experience. In Ontario, these flowers bloom for about two weeks only from early to late August/early September. Details
A Night of Stargazing
Watch the stars and wonder at the celestial splendor. Stargazing is not fun as well as relaxing. Lie back in your own backyard or in a dark sky area near you and take in the awe-inspiring star-filled night sky. Details
Enjoy Camping
Experience nature and camp outside! Camping is available at campgrounds and trailer parks owned and operated by the City of Greater Sudbury. Details
Go tubing with Chillin’ N Tubing
From the bus trip to Vermillion River, to wading in the water in a tube float, a day trip with Chillin’ N Tubing is an all-around great summer experience. The slow current allows you to seamlessly float and enjoy the sunshine and scenery. Details
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Visit the Science North Science Centre
Considered Northern Ontario’s most popular tourist attraction, the Science North Science Centre is a place that combines fun and education, with its IMAX theatre, digital Planetarium, and special exhibitions dedicated to the most important aspects of science. Details
Explore Dynamic Earth Centre
The Science North Science Centre’s sister, Dynamic Earth is an earth sciences centre that focuses on Northern Ontario’s geological history and brings attention to Sudbury’s mining heritage. Your younger kids will also love to spend time in the outdoor science park. Details
Mural tour is on
Go on a self-guided mural tour with the official Up Here app. Details
Immerse yourself in nature at the AY Jackson Lookout
Overlooking High Falls tumbling into the Sudbury Basin, this famous local lookout was named after Alexander Young Jackson – a Canadian painter whose imagination was heavily inspired by this location’s scenery. Details
Try Sudbury’s signature dish – “Porketta”
A twist on an Italian dish – Porchetta, Sudbury uses the term “Porketta” to describe seasoned roast pork. This city-wide obsession pushed the Beef and Bird restaurant to start the now well-known Porketta Bingo on Saturday afternoons. Details
Paddle the Crowley Lake
Located on the southern side of the city’s largest park, Crowley Lake is Kivi Park’s hidden gem. Rent a canoe, kayak, or SUP and explore this 43-hectare lake. Details
Go waterskiing on Ramsey Lake
Ramsey Lake is a popular spot for recreational activities like swimming, boating, sailing, and waterskiing. Water Ski North strives to expand the water skiing and wakeboarding community in Sudbury and outlying areas. Opening dates TBA. Details
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Grab an iced coffee at Old Rock Coffee
It’s summer time, and you know that means iced coffee. Old Rock Coffee is an award-winning roaster and coffee shop in Northern Ontario, serving a delicious iced coffee with cream and a shot of vanilla to sweeten up your day. Details
Look for a good summer read at Bay Used Books
It’s no secret that used books possess their own sort of unique charm in the literature world. At Bay Used Books, you can buy or even rent books to read throughout the summer – whether you read at the park to bask in the sun, or at home before bed. Details
Visit the Northern Ontario Railroad Museum and Heritage Centre
This hidden gem of a museum focuses on paying homage to the heritage of northern Ontario and the history of the mining, lumber, and railroading industry. Opens after Stage 3 reopening. Details
Relax at the Fielding Memorial Park
This quaint, well-kept park boasts beautiful flora, chirping birds, and green field surroundings. Popular for weddings and special events, the park contains a deck and walking trails that create a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere.
Visit the animals at Northern Exotics
Northern Exotics is somewhat of a shelter for exotic pets such as bearded dragons and snakes. Exposing the public to these kind and interesting creatures, they aim to demonstrate the importance of care and the importance of simulating an animal’s natural habitat in their over 80 exhibitions. Details
Go go-karting at Sudbury Kartways
The Sudbury Kartways is a go-kart space that offers single and double seater go-karts for your racing pleasure. Staff are dedicated to ensuring a safe and fun time, and the site additionally offers a batting cage and mini-golf experience. Details
Go paintballing at Dodge This
Home to five different fields, each with their unique challenges, Dodge This really tests your team’s paintball abilities. Opening dates TBA. Details
Get pampered at La Renaissance Day Spa
La Renaissance Day Spa and Beauty Studio is a luxury spa in Sudbury, bringing a new meaning to relaxation and pamper. Indulge in an elegant spa experience by yourself, with your partner, or with friends! Details
Lay on the sand at Moonlight Beach
A popular Sudburian destination in the summer months, the Moonlight Beach is a family-friendly beach, with a few trees to catch the shade, a great swimming area, and plenty of walking trails. Relax on the sand and view some beautiful sunsets this summer!
Enjoy Boating
There are several boat launches in Greater Sudbury. Head to your nearest one and enjoy a day out in the water. Details
Get ready for a Fly-in Paddle Adventure
Want to try remote fly-in fishing? Check out Sudbury Aviation’s fly-in fishing camps located north of Sudbury. Fish for trophy-sized walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass, and speckled trout during this secluded getaway. Details
Book a Tee Time
Golf courses are open to enjoy! Book your tee time and have fun. Details
Sip on some craft beer at Stack Brewing
This modern craft brewery opened its doors to the community in 2013. Their wonderful craft beers won then several provincial and national awards, and they continue to expand and grow, winning over the hearts of beer lovers with their unique offerings. Details
Eat on the Doghouse patio
This sports bar and eatery provides the perfect rooftop patio for wings and beer, with a wonderful casual and friendly atmosphere to enjoy a game or a meal out with friends. Details
Explore the city on a bicycle
For your next outdoor adventure, explore the city’s non-motorize trails. There are many trails of varying lengths to choose from. Details
Geocaching
For a treasure hunt-like experience try geocaching! Chances are there are some geocaches near you. Create a free account to get started. Details
Pick-your-own farms
What can be more wonderful than enjoying freshly picked erries and fruits. Check out the farms nearby that offers a pick-your-own experience:
Family Fun at Wagon Wheel Ranch
This summer, Wagon Wheel Ranch is offering private 1-hour tour packages for groups of 5 to 10. These tours, guided by a knowledgeable Ranch hand, will also include 30 minutes of petting farm tour and pony rides too! Details
Visit Ontario Parks
All 115 provincial parks are free to visit from Mondays to Thursdays, until September 2nd, 2021. Ontario Parks will offer free day-use visits and issue free permits on those days. Visitors will still need a permit to visit parks from Fridays to Sundays. Details
Ontario provincial parks are open to visitors. Be it to enjoy a walk or just relax in the outdoors, fish or enjoy boating, provincial parks are great places to spend your time.
You can now visit Ontario parks for free by borrowing day-use permits from participating Ontario libraries.
Kivi Park Inukshuk Lookout
Trying to get a unique summer picture for your Instagram? Fear not. Kivi Park’s Inukshuk Lookout is the ideal spot to check out the natural panoramas of Canadian nature, practice your rock-stacking abilities, and get that perfect shot. Details
Purchase some goods at The Market
Open from June through October, the Sudbury farmer’s market is a great destination for crafters, artisans, entertainers, food vendors, and local producers, and those look to purchase from them. The Market is held every Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm and Thursday from 2 pm to 6 pm on the corner of York St & Paris St, across from Bell Park. Details
Pick your own vegetables at Josephine’s Vegetables
Fresh, no herbicide vegetables have been picked at Josephine’s Vegetable Farm since the early 1980s. Over 60 different vegetables are grown here, including cabbage, broccoli, and rhubarb. Details
Cool off at the Beach
Dip your toes in the sand and cool off the summer heat at the beaches in Sudbury. Details
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