👋 Hey! Lots of new faces here, so we wanted to introduce the moms behind Mayhem. We're 4 moms from the GTA who curate a weekly list of free activities in Toronto, Durham, Peel and York. We also add those helpful tips like where to park, what to bring, and facility info - basically all the details that can make or break an outing with little ones.

This week, we're hunting for free activities to fill those tricky gaps between summer camp sessions and your already chaotic summer schedule.

Oh, and if you're like me and have been doing the great splash pad tour of the city to beat this heat, you'll love that we put together a list of our Top-rated 32 Splash Pads in the GTA 🌊 

Here's what's happening this week around Peel Region:

THURSDAY, JULY 10

🌙 Mount Pleasant Night Market | BRAMPTON

Thursday, July 10 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Mount Pleasant Village Square, Brampton | FREE | Event Details 

Evening market with food vendors, local artisans, and family activities.

🎵 Thursday Night Concert Series | BRAMPTON

Thursday, July 10 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Gage Park, Brampton | FREE | Event Details 

🎵 Music in the Park | CALEDON

Thursday, July 10 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Dennison Park, Caledon | FREE | Event Details 

Live outdoor concert featuring The Trio Kings (Pop Music) from 6-7 PM and Irie Vibes (Ska/Reggae/Jazz) from 7-8 PM.

🎼 A City in Tune: A Celebration of Music | MISSISSAUGA

Thursday, July 10 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Bradley Museum, Mississauga | FREE | Event Details 

Celebration of local music featuring performances and interactive activities for families.

FRIDAY, JULY 11

🧪 Mad Science | BRAMPTON

Friday, July 11 | 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM | South West Library Branch, Brampton | FREE | Event Details 

Interactive science demonstration and experiments for kids. Space is limited, tickets will be handed out 30 mins prior to event.

🎉 Brampton Fiesta Extravaganza | BRAMPTON 

Friday, July 11 | 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Chinguacousy Park, Brampton | FREE | Register Now 

Multi-cultural festival with live music, food vendors, and family entertainment. Free event but registration encouraged.

🍦 Party in the Lanes Festival | BRAMPTON 

Friday, July 11 | 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Garden Square, Brampton | FREE | Event Details 

Three-day street festival with live music, street performers, kids activities, face painting, giant Lego, and free ice cream! Kids Zone at Vivian Lane features character meet & greets.

🛹 JACKALOPE | MISSISSAUGA 

Friday, July 11 | 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Celebration Square, Mississauga | FREE | Event Details 

North America's largest action sports festival featuring world-class skateboarding, BASE jumping, bouldering, and breaking competitions. Pop-up marketplace, food trucks, live music, and family-friendly activities. Continues Saturday 9 AM-10 PM and Sunday 9 AM-8 PM.

🥩 Mississauga Rib Fest | MISSISSAUGA 

Friday, July 11 | 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Erin Mills Town Centre, Mississauga | $2, kids 5 and under FREE | Event Details 

Food festival featuring BBQ vendors, live entertainment, and family activities.

🎌 Carabram | MISSISSAUGA  

Friday, July 11 | Times vary | Various locations, Mississauga | $12, kids 12 and under FREE | Event Details 

Multi-cultural festival celebrating diverse communities across Mississauga with food, performances, and cultural experiences.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JULY 12-13

🎬 Saturday Night Movies | BRAMPTON 

Saturday, July 12 | 6:00 PM & 8:00 PM | Garden Square, Brampton | FREE | Event Details

Double feature outdoor movie night: Encanto at 6:00 PM and Wicked at 8:00 PM with free popcorn! Bring blankets and chairs.

🍦 Party in the Lanes Festival | BRAMPTON 

Saturday, July 12 & Sunday, July 13 | Various times | Garden Square, Brampton | FREE | Event Details 

Continuing weekend street festival with live music, activities, and free ice cream.

🎮 Indigo Kids Summer of Fun Pokemon Trade and Play | MISSISSAUGA 

Saturday, July 12 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Chapters Indigo Erin Mills & Square One | $5 | Event Details 

Pokemon trading card events for kids at multiple locations. Includes participation and $5 gift card for Indigo.

🚴 Port Credit Community Ride | MISSISSAUGA 

Saturday, July 12 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Port Credit Memorial Arena, Mississauga | FREE | Event Details 

Community bike ride with 8 km and 16 km route options suitable for families. Every ride ends with refreshments courtesy of Toronto Pearson.

🛹 JACKALOPE | MISSISSAUGA

Saturday, July 12 - Sunday, July 13 | Saturday 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM, Sunday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM | Celebration Square, Mississauga | FREE | Event Details 

Action sports festival continues with competitions, pop-up shops, and food trucks.

🎬 Movies in the Square: Beauty and the Beast | MISSISSAUGA  

Sunday, July 13 | 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Streetsville Village Square, Mississauga | FREE | Event Details 

Outdoor family movie night featuring Disney's Beauty and the Beast.

MONDAY, JULY 14

🥁 Drumming for Kids | BRAMPTON 

Monday, July 14 | 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM & 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM | Gore Meadows Branch & Springdale Branch | FREE | Event Details 

Interactive drumming workshops for children at multiple library locations. Free tickets handed out 30 minutes before programs begin, while quantities last.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 16

📚 Open Air Storytime | MISSISSAUGA    

Wednesday, July 16 | 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM | Celebration Square, Mississauga | FREE | Event Details

Outdoor storytime featuring "Dinosaurs Galore" theme, perfect for young children.

ONGOING THIS WEEK

🎡 Chinguacousy Park | BRAMPTON 

Daily | 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM | Chinguacousy Park, Brampton | FREE admission, additional activities fees apply | Event Details

Family fun park with paddleboats ($9.34), pony rides ($4.42), petting zoo ($2.21), trackless train ($6), mini golf ($8), and carousel ($6).

COMING UP NEXT WEEK (JULY 17-23)

🎬 Movies in the Square: The Little Mermaid Sunday, July 20 | 9:00 PM | Streetsville Village Square, Mississauga | FREE

🎵 Music in the Park Thursday, July 17 | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Dennison Park, Caledon | FREE

🌙 Mount Pleasant Night Market Thursday, July 17 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Mount Pleasant Village Square, Brampton | FREE

🎬 Saturday Night Movies Saturday, July 19 | 6:00 PM & 8:00 PM | Garden Square, Brampton | FREE

Have a wonderful week exploring Peel with your little adventurers!

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