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MAYHEM Weekly: June 12-18 (Peel)
Father's Day weekend is here, and Peel is packed with incredible family celebrations perfect for making memories with dad! Check out the spectacular Caledon Day featuring The Strumbellas and fireworks, the beautiful Blooms & Berries Festival at Benares Historic House, the massive Caledon Fair, and exciting food festivals celebrating our diverse cultures. From Pokemon schools and community bike rides to outdoor movies and the Free Family Fishing Weekend - these events offer perfect opportunities to celebrate our dad heros. Plus, libraries across Brampton are hosting amazing FREE programs perfect for keeping kids engaged all week long.
In today's newsletter:
🌸 Blooms & Berries Festival, Caledon Fair & Caledon Day free concert & fireworks
🍽️ Halal Food Festival and diverse cultural experiences
🚴 Community bike rides, family fitness & outdoor adventures
🎬 Movies under the stars & evening entertainment
📚 LEGO mania, story time & library programs across Brampton
COMMUNITY FESTIVALS & MARKETS
🎭 Caledon Day
Saturday, June 14 | 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Caledon East Community Complex, 6215 Old Church Rd, Caledon East | FREE admission
The 16th annual community celebration featuring headliner The Strumbellas (two-time Juno award winners known for their hit "Spirits")! Family fun includes kids' activities, local vendors, musical acts on two stages, fireworks at 9:45 PM, Touch a Truck zone, and the Cheers Caledon beer garden. VIP zones available for premium viewing experience.
🔥 HOT TIP: Free shuttle buses run from Southfields Community Centre and Caledon Centre for Recreation. Free parking at Robert F Hall and St. Cornelius schools with shuttle service to event!
🌸 Blooms & Berries Festival 2025
June 14-15 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM both days | Benares Historic House, 1507 Clarkson Rd N, Mississauga | FREE admission
Celebrate summer at this beautiful historic house with local artists and artisans selling unique, made-in-Mississauga products! Perfect family weekend featuring beautiful gardens, local vendors, and historic house tours. Non-perishable food donations will be accepted for Compass Food Bank.
🎪 Caledon Fair 2025
June 13-15 | All day | Caledon Village Fairgrounds, 8297 Hurontario Street, Caledon Village | Fri/Sat: Adults $15, Children 6-12 $10, Under 6 FREE | Sunday: Adults $10, 12 and under FREE
The ultimate family fair experience featuring rides, games, agricultural exhibits, live entertainment, food vendors, and classic fair fun! Three full days of community celebration with something for all ages. Don't miss this beloved annual tradition!
🍽️ Mississauga Halal Food Festival
June 13-14 | Friday 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Saturday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga | FREE admission
Discover amazing halal cuisine from diverse cultures and local restaurants! Two days of delicious food, family entertainment, and community celebration right in the heart of Mississauga.
🛍️ Brampton Farmer's Market
Every Saturday through October 11 | Main Street North, Downtown Brampton | FREE admission
Weekly community market featuring local vendors, fresh produce, artisans, and family-friendly atmosphere! Special opening day performance by Luminato Festival on Saturday, June 14 at 11:30 AM in Garden Square.
OUTDOOR & ADVENTURE
🚴 Applewood Community Ride
Saturday, June 14 | 10:00 AM | Garnetwood Park, 1996 Rathburn Rd E, Mississauga | FREE admission (Registration required)
Family-friendly community bike ride with 8km or 16km trail options! Every ride ends with refreshments courtesy of Toronto Pearson. Perfect way to explore Mississauga's beautiful trails with other cycling families.
🔥 HOT TIP: Bring your own bike and helmet - refreshments provided at the finish line!
🎬 Movies Under the Stars
Every Saturday June-August | Two showings: 6:00 PM & 8:00 PM | Garden Square, 12 Main St N, Brampton | FREE admission
Summer movie series featuring family-friendly films under the stars! Two movie showings each Saturday evening - perfect for families with different age groups. This week’s feature films @ Garden Square are “Moana 2” followed by “IF”!
🔥HOT TIP: This event takes place across 4 different locations. See details for showtimes and schedules nearest you.
🐕 Dogsville
Saturday, June 14 | 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Streetsville Village Square, 213 Queen Street South, Mississauga | FREE admission (Registration required)
Vibrant, tail-wagging celebration taking over the heart of Streetsville! Features 25+ local vendors offering gourmet treats, trendy pet gear, and grooming products, plus free photo ops for your dog's next profile pic, live music and DJ all day, and plenty of open space for dogs to socialize and enjoy.
🔥 HOT TIP: Rain or shine event - bring your best friend (on four legs or two) for an afternoon of wagging tails and community fun!
🎣 Free Family Fishing Weekends
June 14-15 | Various locations across Ontario | FREE (No fishing license required)
Get hooked on a new family activity during Canada’s Free Family Fishing Weekends! Fish without a license while all other fishing regulations still apply, including catch and size limits. Take advantage of the free online Learn to Fish program to get started. These special events happen periodically throughout the year to allow locals and visitors alike to try fishing without purchasing a license.
🔥 HOT TIP: Try these great Peel fishing spots - Credit River offers excellent trout and salmon fishing through Mississauga and Brampton, with accessible spots at Erindale Park, Streetsville Memorial Park, and Ken Whillans Resource Management Area. Heart Lake Conservation Area also offers family-friendly fishing!
ARTS & CULTURE
🎵 Thursday Night Concert Series
Thursday, June 12 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Gage Park, 45 Main Street South, Brampton | FREE admission
Weekly live music series featuring The Jazz Mechanics this week! Perfect evening entertainment for families and music lovers in beautiful downtown Brampton.
🎨 Art is Drag
Wednesday, June 18 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Hazel McCallion Central Library, 301 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Mississauga | FREE admission (Registration required, Ages 13+)
Unique artistic performance in the Noel Ryan Auditorium. Perfect for teens and adults interested in creative expression and performance art.
🔥 HOT TIP: Free parking after 6 PM on weekdays at the library!
💕 Flag Raising: Philippine Independence Day
Thursday, June 12 | 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Mississauga Civic Centre, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga | FREE admission
Community celebration honoring Philippine Independence Day with flag raising ceremony and cultural programming.
KIDS & FAMILY PROGRAMS
🎮 Pokémon School for Kids
Every Saturday | 11:30 AM | Dragon World Card Game and Collectibles, 22 Main Street South #2nd Floor, Brampton | FREE admission (Registration required)
Kids learn to play Pokemon with provided decks (reusable for future sessions). Perfect introduction to the popular card game in a fun, educational environment.
🧱 LEGO Mania
Thursday, June 12 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Multiple Brampton Library branches including Cyril Clark, Springdale, Four Corners, Gore Meadows, and South Fletcher's | FREE admission
Creative building fun for all ages at multiple Brampton library locations! Engineer your very own LEGO creation, meet other fans, and work together to build masterpieces. Perfect after-school activity for LEGO enthusiasts.
🔥 HOT TIP: Check your nearest branch as LEGO Mania rotates between multiple locations throughout Brampton!
📚 STEM Station (Ages 6-12)
Saturday, June 14 | Multiple times | Multiple Brampton Library branches | FREE admission
Unleash your inner inventor, engineer, or scientist by experimenting with coding, robotics, circuits, and more! Sessions available at:
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Springdale, Gore Meadows, South Fletcher's, South West, Cyril Clark, Claireville
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM: Chinguacousy, Mount Pleasant Village, Four Corners
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: South West (second session)
🔥 HOT TIP: Multiple time slots and locations available - choose the branch and time that works best for your family!
🎯 Game On!
Monday, June 16 | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Cyril Clark and Claireville Brampton Library branches | FREE admission
Play to learn! Spelling, math, and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for free play featuring educational games that make learning fun through interactive gameplay.
RECREATION & FAMILY FUN
🏛️ Saturday Family Fun at Bradley Museum
Every Saturday through December 27 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Bradley Museum, 1620 Orr Rd, Mississauga | FREE admission
Weekly family programming at this beautiful historic site featuring hands-on activities, crafts, and exploration of local history.
🏛️ Sunday Family Fun at Benares Historic House
Every Sunday through December 28 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Benares Historic House, 1507 Clarkson Rd N, Mississauga | FREE admission
Weekly family activities at this stunning lakefront historic house featuring crafts, tours, and outdoor exploration.
🎊 Balmoral Recreation Centre Grand Reopening Celebration
Saturday, June 14 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Balmoral Recreation Centre, 225 Balmoral Dr, Brampton | FREE admission
Celebrate the grand reopening of this newly renovated 35,000 sq ft facility! Features bigger multi-sport gym, updated pool with swim lessons and aquafit, outdoor splash pad and playground, plus pickleball courts. Take facility tours, enjoy free activities, and discover exciting new programs for everyone.
💊 Diabetes Prevention & Wellness Fair
Sunday, June 15 | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Century Gardens Recreation Centre, 340 Vodden Street East, Brampton | FREE admission
Community health fair featuring wellness resources, screenings, and family-friendly health education activities.
COMING UP NEXT WEEK
🎬 Movie Nights Presented by INsauga
Thursday, June 19 | Celebration Square, Mississauga
Outdoor movie screening under the stars with pre-show entertainment starting at 7:30 PM.
🏊 Heart Lake Conservation Park Pool Opening
Opens June 21 | Heart Lake Conservation Park, Brampton
Swimming season begins with family-friendly pool and beautiful conservation area activities.
🚴 Clarkson Community Ride
Saturday, June 21 | Clarkson Community Centre, Mississauga
Community bike ride with 8km and 16km options, plus refreshments courtesy of Toronto Pearson.
👮 Police Fun Day
Sunday, June 22 | Gage Park, Brampton
Family event featuring police demonstrations, safety education, and interactive activities for all ages.
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