July 24-30 (Peel)

July 23, 2025

👋 Hey Peel Parents!

I’m halfway through the summer with my 3 littles and here is what I’ve learned so far:

  1. There's nothing relaxing about the summer. Fun? Yes. Tranquil? I think not.

  2. Routine still matters. But make it flexible and don't forget down time.

With that in mind, we've scouted out free events this week to help you fill these glorious long July summer days. Oh and if you're new here, we are 4 moms from the GTA who curate weekly lists of free and low-cost family activities, plus all those helpful tips like where to park and what to bring that can make or break an outing with little ones.

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

🍛 Bollywood Monster Food Festival with inflatable slide & face painting – MISSISSAUGA
🌟 Chutney Fest with Caribbean music & food – BRAMPTON
🎪 Mississauga World Music Festival – MISSISSAUGA
🎩 BenTastic's Magic Show – MISSISSAUGA
🧱 Lego Ice Cream Make and Take – MISSISSAUGA & BRAMPTON
🌻 Sunflower Festival Opening (cheaper online!) – CALEDON
📚 Open Air Storytime with Music & Rhythm theme – MISSISSAUGA

THURSDAY, JULY 24

🎵 Music in the Park | CALEDON
Date: Thursday, July 24 | Time: 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
Location: Dennison Park, Caledon
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Live outdoor concert featuring Abbidano (Pop Rock) from 6-7 PM and Harrison Sloan (Acoustic) from 7-8 PM. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a perfect evening of family-friendly music in the park.

FRIDAY, JULY 25

🎬 Movies Under the Stars: Moana | BRAMPTON
Date: Friday, July 25 | Time: 9:00 PM–11:00 PM
Location: Chinguacousy Park, Brampton
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Outdoor screening of Disney's Moana. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks for a magical movie night under the stars. Arrive early for the best spots!

🎵 Friday Night Patio Series | BRAMPTON
Date: Friday, July 25 | Time: 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
Location: Garden Square, Brampton
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Live music featuring B-Jazzed in an outdoor patio setting. Part of the weekly series running until August 22. Great atmosphere for families to enjoy live music together.

🏊 Free Public Swim Drop In | BRAMPTON
Date: Friday, July 25 | Time: 7:00 PM–8:00 PM
Location: Balmoral Recreation Centre, Brampton
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Beat the heat with a refreshing swim at this drop-in session. Perfect way to cool off after a hot summer day. Also runs August 29.

🍛 Bollywood Monster Food Festival (Day 2/2) | MISSISSAUGA
Date: Saturday, July 26 | Time: 2:00 PM–11:00 PM
Location: Celebration Square, Mississauga
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Final day of this vibrant cultural festival featuring Bollywood performances, food vendors, and tons of family activities! Kids can enjoy the inflatable slide, face painting, obstacle course, arts & crafts, and button-making stations.

🎵 Summer Concert Series | MISSISSAUGA
Date: Friday, July 25 | Time: 7:00 PM–8:30 PM
Location: Streetsville Village Square, Mississauga
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Live performance by Belfountain. Part of the weekly Friday concert series running until August 29. Enjoy live music in the charming Streetsville village atmosphere.

SATURDAY, JULY 26

🧱 Lego Ice Cream Make and Take | BRAMPTON
Date: Saturday, July 26 | Time: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: Indigo Brampton
Cost: $5 | Age: 6+
🔗 Event Details
Kids will create their own Lego ice cream creations to take home. Registration required. Another session available at 1:00 PM.

🌟 Chutney Fest 2025 | BRAMPTON
Date: Saturday, July 26 | Time: 1:00 PM–10:00 PM
Location: Gage Park, Brampton
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Celebrate Caribbean culture with music, food, and family activities. A vibrant cultural festival that's been a Brampton tradition for years.

🎬 Saturday Night Movies | BRAMPTON
Date: Saturday, July 26 | Time: 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
Location: Garden Square, Brampton
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Double feature night! Sonic the Hedgehog at 6:00 PM followed by The Fall Guy at 8:00 PM. Great for families with different age groups. Also runs every Saturday until August 30.

🎬 Movies Under the Stars | BRAMPTON
Date: Saturday, July 26 | Time: 9:00 PM–11:00 PM
Locations: Gore Meadows Community Centre (Snow White), Mount Pleasant Square (Inside Out 2)
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Two different outdoor movie locations tonight - choose between Disney's classic Snow White or Disney Pixar's newest hit Inside Out 2. Bring your blankets and snacks for a magical movie night under the stars!

🌻 2025 Sunflower Festival - Opening Day | CALEDON
Date: Saturday, July 26 | Time: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
Location: Davis Family Farm, Caledon East
Cost: Kids 6-12 $5, 5 and under FREE, General Admission $13.50 + HST | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Opening day of the beautiful sunflower season! It's cheaper to buy tickets online than at the gate, so plan ahead! Mondays and Tuesdays are 50% off (except long weekends). Runs until August 10.

🧱 Lego Ice Cream Make and Take | MISSISSAUGA
Date: Saturday, July 26 | Time: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Locations: Indigo Erin Mills, Indigo Square One
Cost: $5 | Age: 6+
🔗 Event Details
Kids will create their own Lego ice cream creations to take home. Registration required. Another session available at 1:00 PM at both locations.

🍛 Bollywood Monster Food Festival (Day 2/2) | MISSISSAUGA
Date: Saturday, July 26 | Time: 2:00 PM–11:00 PM
Location: Celebration Square, Mississauga
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Final day of this vibrant cultural festival featuring Bollywood performances, food vendors, and tons of family activities! Kids can enjoy the inflatable slide, face painting, obstacle course, arts & crafts, and button-making stations.

🎪 Mississauga World Music Festival | MISSISSAUGA
Date: Saturday, July 26 | Time: 5:30 PM–10:30 PM
Location: Streetsville Village Square, Mississauga
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Experience music from around the world in the charming Streetsville village setting. Great opportunity to expose kids to different musical cultures.

MONDAY, JULY 28

🏊 Free Public Swim Drop In | BRAMPTON
Date: Monday, July 28 | Time: 12:55 PM–1:55 PM
Location: Chinguacousy Wellness Centre, Brampton
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
Midday swim session perfect for beating the afternoon heat. Great for families with flexible schedules. Also runs August 25.

TUESDAY, JULY 29

🎩 BenTastic's Magic Show | MISSISSAUGA
Date: Tuesday, July 29 | Time: 2:00 PM–2:45 PM
Location: Erin Meadows Library, Mississauga
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Interactive magic show perfect for kids! Limited spots available - admittance on the day of the activity is first come, first served. Arrive early to secure your spot.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 30

📚 Open Air Storytime | MISSISSAUGA
Date: Wednesday, July 30 | Time: 10:30 AM–11:15 AM
Location: Celebration Square, Mississauga
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Outdoor storytime featuring the "Music & Rhythm" theme. Perfect for younger children and a great way to start the day with some outdoor learning and fun.

🧘 Fresh Air Fitness | MISSISSAUGA
Date: Wednesday, July 30 | Time: 7:00 PM–8:00 PM
Location: Celebration Square, Mississauga
Cost: FREE | Age: All ages
🔗 Event Details
Yoga/Yoga Blend session in the open air. Great for parents looking to unwind while kids can participate too. Also runs Wednesdays until September 10.

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