Things to do this Civic Day Long Weekend in London
Friday, August 1 – Monday, August 4, 2025
August long weekend events & activities including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, exhibitions, and more.
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I. Family & Kids Activities this weekend
London Ribfest
London RibFest features an array of ribs for your tasting, fun exhibits, and rides. Join us every year at Victoria Park, London, Ontario, on the Civic Holiday weekend. Details
July 31- August 4, 2025
Victoria Park, London
Free
Kustermans Adventure Farm
Enjoy acres of family fun and farm-fresh food at the Kusterman’s Adventure Farm. Details
Daily | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Kustermans Adventure Farm, 23188 Springwell Rd, Mount Brydges
$21 – $25
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East Park London
Enjoy golf, a driving range, mini-golf, footgolf, batting cages in addition to go-karting, the waterpark, pools, and splash pads. Details
Open for the Season
Open on Monday, August 4
East Park London, 1275 Hamilton Rd, London
Varies with activity
Boler Mountain Treetop Adventure Park
Boler Mountain’s Treetop Adventure Park is an adventurous and unique form of recreation for those who crave healthy activities, inspired by nature and exhilarating, which promote personal growth and a sense of accomplishment. Details
Treetop | Daily | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Boler Mountain, 689 Griffith Street, London
Treetop Adventure Park $30 – $60 + HST
Fun at Storybook Gardens
For a day of adventure, check out this kids’ amusement park which brings nursery rhymes and fairytales to life. Details
Daily | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Storybook Gardens, 1958 Storybook Lane, London
$7.50 – $9.50 per person
TD Free Family Fun Night
TD Free Family Fun Night is an opportunity for all families to enjoy an evening of free admission, made possible by our friends at TD. Details
Thursdays | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
London Children’s Museum, 21 Wharncliffe Road S, London
Free admission; Register
Neighbourhood Playground Programs
Join for summer fun at your neighbourhood parks! These free, half-day programs offer outdoor recreation to kids aged 6 – 12. Details
Monday – Thursday, July 2 – August 1, 202
Various locations, London
Register
Mini Makers Workshop
Get Creative in this DIY craft day, where kids can create their own storybook characters and unique works of art. Perfect for budding artists looking to make something special to take home! Details
Friday, August 1, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Storybook Gardens, 1958 Storybook Lane, London
$5.50 per adult, Free for Children; Register
Enjoy a Picnic in the Park
Parks around London are open to enjoy a fun time together with your family. Fly kites, go cycling or hiking, or just enjoy the outdoors. Pack a picnic basket and make it a day out!
Any Park in London
II. Live Music
Free Outdoor Summer Concerts in London
Enjoy free concerts across London throughout the season.
Free Outdoor Summer Concerts in London
Springbank Garden Concert Series
Enjoy free concerts at the Guy Lombardo Pavilion in Springbank Gardens every Sunday from 2 pm to 4 pm. Details
Sundays, June 22 – September 7, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Springbank Park Guy Lombardo Pavilion, 285 Wonderland Road South, London
Free
III. Theatre/Performing Arts
The Alan Jackson Experience – Margaritaville
The Alan Jackson Experience is an internationally recognized tribute performed by ISSA Entertainer of the Year award winner Aaron Halliday. The look, stage presence, and sound will have you believing you are at an actual Alan Jackson concert. Details
Friday, August 1, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Grand Theatre, 471 Richmond Street, London
$72.32 – $77.97
Here For Now Theatre Festival
5 mainstage shows, 2 limited engagements & 4 staged readings. Details
May 28 – August 31, 2025
24 St. Andrew Street, Stratford
$32.50 + tax
World in a Weekend International Puppet & Music Festival
Discover the potential of the wonderful world of puppetry. Puppetry can expand the possibilities of storytelling, bring new perspectives to complex ideas, and engage wildly diverse audiences. Puppets are unique teaching tools capable of inspiring young and mature audiences alike. Details
July 31 -August 4, 2025
Various locations, Stratford
Free and ticketed events
Liars at a Funeral
A new Canadian comedy that turns grief into a hilarious journey of unexpected revelations and side-splitting confessions, Liars at a Funeral is a raucous farce bursting with eccentric characters, witty banter, hidden identities, and irreverent humour that will make you laugh at life, death, and family. Details
July 16 to August 2, 2025
Huron Country Playhouse (South Huron Stage), RR 1, 70689 B Line, Grand Bend
Regular: $59.50, Youth Under 20: $36.50
Stratford Festival
North America’s largest classical repertory theatre, presenting the works of William Shakespeare and other great writers. Details
April 19 to November 2, 2025
Queen Street, Stratford
Varies
Blyth Festival
Blyth Festival’s 2025 season features powerful storytelling, Canadian voices, and bold new works tthat ake centre stage. Nestled in the heart of rural Ontario, the Blyth Festival continues its proud tradition of bringing compelling, homegrown theatre to life.
June 18 – September 20, 2025
Blyth Festival, 377 Gypsy Lane, Blyth
The Flex Pass (4) $225.00 + HST
Drive-in Movies
What better way to spend an enjoyable time with family than to watch a movie under the stars?
For more ideas see, Check out the Drive-In Theatres in Ontario
Various dates
IV. Sports/Fitness
London Majors
Come out to Labatt Park and see the London Majors. Details
vs. Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday, August 1, 2025 | 7:35 PM
vs. Welland Jackfish on Monday, August 4, 2025 | 4:05 PM
Labatt Park, 25 Wilson Avenue, London
$10 – $12
Go Golfing
Ontario Golf Courses are open. Book a tee time to enjoy golfing at Fanshawe Golf Course and Thames Valley Golf Course. Details
Go Hiking or Visit Nature Areas
Parks and pathways, Provincial parks, and conservation reserves are open for people to enjoy some time with nature. Londoners can explore their own neighbourhoods and choose the path less travelled. Residents can make use of the CityMap to find less busy pathways and parks close to home.
Enjoy a leisurely walk with the family at any of these locations:
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V. Food Events & Activities
Summer Tea at Eldon House
Join us for afternoon tea on the beautiful lawns of Eldon House, overlooking the Thames River. Enjoy an afternoon sipping tea, surrounded by the grounds and gardens of London’s oldest residence. Details
Wednesday – Sunday, July 2 – August 29, 2025 | 12:30 PM & 2:30 PM
Eldon House Lawns, 481 Ridout Street North, London
$15.00 – $40.00 incl. HST
Londonlicious – Summer Edition
Londonlicious highlights our city’s venues and spotlights what is unique and delicious, while offering the opportunity for new and previous customers to enjoy specially curated price-fix menus. Details
July 18 – August 10, 2025
Participating Restaurants, London
price-fix menus
Covent Garden Farmers’ Market
Shop fresh, organic, local produce, baked goods, handmade goods, and more. Details
Tuesday – Saturday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Covent Garden Farmers’ Market, 130 King Street, London
Free
Port Stanley Calipso Festival
Bring the entire family to Port Stanley and enjoy all of the unique local offerings that make us such an amazing village and commercial fishing port on Lake Erie. Details
August 2-4, 2025
Port Stanley
Free
VI. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
Fort Malden Living History Festival
Watch as history comes alive with the sights, smells and sounds of history. Visit period encampments as re-enactors and volunteers recreate the lifestyles of several different time periods. Experience live cooking demonstrations, musical performances, featured talks and historic weapons demonstrations that will blow you away! Details
August 2 – 3, 2025
Fort Malden National Historic Site, 100 Laird Ave S, Amherstburg
$5.75-$10.75
Diabetes Health Fair
Empowering Wellness. Join us at the Diabetes Health Fair on August 2nd at Covent Garden Market from 10AM to 4PM. Join us as we shine a spotlight on the unity in health services and resources available in London. It’s time to break down barriers and reduce the stigma faced by the ACB community in accessing vital health services.
Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Covent Garden Farmers’ Market – Upstairs; Mezzanine, 130 King Street, London
Free
Scenic Train Rides
Enjoy a scenic ride on the Port Stanley Terminal Railway. Details
Various dates, May – December, 2025
August 3 – 5, 2025 | 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM
Port Stanley Terminal Rail, Bridge Street, Port Stanley
$10.50- $14.00 plus tax
London’s Got Talent – Audition Day
Join us at the iconic Covent Garden Market Square and audition live for London’s Got Talent!
We’re looking for singers, dancers, magicians, comedians, and performers of all kinds to take the stage and showcase their unique skills.
Sunday, August 3, 2025 | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Covent Garden Farmers’ Market – Outside; Rotary Square, 130 King Street, London
Free
Paper Doll Creation
Join in on the fun of paper doll making! Using a variety of materials, get inspired by our current exhibition Fashion: Grit, Glamour and Guts and create your own one-of-a-kind runway look! Details
August 2 – 3, 2025 | 11:30 AM & 2:00 PM
Museum London, 421 Ridout Street North, London
Free
Fashion: Grit, Glamour and Guts Trivia!
Test your community knowledge with our fun trivia game! Discover amazing local facts about your talented Londoners while exploring Fashion: Grit, Glamour and Guts exhibition. Details
August 2 – 3, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Museum London, 421 Ridout Street North, London
Free
History Walk: Heaven and Hell
From soaring gothic cathedrals to the surviving ale houses of Whiskey Row, follow this 19th-century architectural tale of our historic churches and taverns. Details
Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM
Museum London, 421 Ridout Street North, London
Meet outside the front of Museum London
$15.00
As the Crow Flies: Garden Tours with Artist Ron Benner
Join renowned artist, writer, and gardener Ron Benner for a special garden tour of As the Crow Flies, his thought-provoking and site-specific outdoor installation at Museum London. This immersive garden has been a part of the Museum’s landscape for two decades, showcasing Benner’s unique blend of art, horticulture, and environmental stewardship.
Sunday, August 3, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Museum London, 421 Ridout Street North, London
Meet outside the front of Museum London
$15.00
LIFE STUDY: from pose to page
Figure drawing is difficult for many but it is so rewarding when it has been mastered; it requires focus, hours of practice, and it demands respect for the model and the other students studying the human form. It is the foundational skill that anchors every artist’s creative practice. The works in this exhibit range from gesture drawings to more detailed renderings that capture the likeness or movement of the subject. Details
July 22 – August 3, 2025
203 Dundas Street, London
London Recalling: Traces of Places from the City’s Past
As we move around London, signs are all around us, announcing the names of businesses and alerting us to services offered and goods available. In our everyday lives, signs can become part of the landscape, standing out when needed and fading into the background when not. Details
June 19 to September 21, 2025
Museum London, 421 Ridout Street North, London
Admission by donation
Go Fishing
You can cast a line and reel in that big catch at Ontario Provincial Parks.
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