08/15/2026
🏡 Looking for something fun to do with the family? Here are eight events happening across Toronto, Durham, Peel and York Region on Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16, 2026!
📍 TORONTO
🚗 WHEELS ON THE DANFORTH
Hundreds of classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars, tuners and exotic vehicles will take over the Danforth. The street festival also includes live bands, buskers, food vendors, artisans and a dedicated Kids’ Zone.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 15
⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Danforth Avenue at Danforth Road
🏠 Address: 3345 Danforth Avenue, Toronto
🎟️ Admission: Free
💡 Good to know: The classic car show runs earlier in the day, followed by an evening car show. Consider taking the TTC because of road closures and limited parking.
🔗 https://www.wheelsonthedanforth.com
🎶 UpFRONT FESTIVAL OF INDIGENOUS ARTS, MUSIC AND CULTURE
This free downtown festival celebrates Indigenous creativity with live music, storytelling, dance, comedy, puppetry, visual art, an artisan market, food and family activities.
📅 Dates: Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16
⏰ Time: Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.; Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Berczy Park, Scott Street and the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts
🏠 Address: 35 Wellington Street East, Toronto
🎟️ Admission: Free
💡 Good to know: Programming is spread across several nearby outdoor and indoor locations. Berczy Park is a short walk from Union Station.
🔗 https://tolive.com/Event-Details-Page/reference/UpFRONT-2026
📍 DURHAM REGION
🎬 MOVIE IN THE MEADOW: SHREK 2
Explore Pickering Museum Village, enjoy family activities and finish the evening with an outdoor screening of Shrek 2 under the stars.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 15
🎉 Activities: 7:00–9:00 p.m.
🎥 Movie: Approximately 9:00 p.m.
🏠 Address: Pickering Museum Village, 3550 Greenwood Road, Pickering
🎟️ Admission: Free; no tickets required
💡 Good to know: Bring lawn chairs, blankets, bug spray and warmer clothing for after sunset. Free parking is available, but the venue is not easily accessible by public transit.
🔗 https://www.pickering.ca/parks-recreation-culture/festivals-and-events/movie-night-in-the-park
🐍 REPTILE WEEKEND AT PINGLE’S FARM
Pingle’s Farm is teaming up with Reptilia for a weekend of live reptile shows, touch tables, educational encounters and family-friendly activities. Admission also includes Playland, wagon rides and farm animals.
📅 Dates: Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16
⏰ Farm hours: 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
🐢 Reptile shows: 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
🏠 Address: 1805 Taunton Road East, Hampton
🎟️ Admission: Approximately $16.30; advance booking is recommended
💡 Good to know: Free parking is available. Seasonal U-pick activities may be offered depending on crop availability and weather.
🔗 https://pinglesfarmmarket.com/pingles-summer-days
📍 PEEL REGION
🇯🇵 JAPAN FESTIVAL CANADA
One of Mississauga’s largest cultural celebrations returns with Japanese food, traditional and contemporary performances, cultural demonstrations, vendors, interactive exhibits and activities for children.
📅 Dates: Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16
⏰ Time: Saturday, noon–11:00 p.m.; Sunday, 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
🏠 Address: Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
🎟️ Admission: Free
💡 Good to know: Food and merchandise are available for purchase. Celebration Square is accessible by MiWay, and paid parking is available in nearby municipal garages.
🔗 https://www.mississauga.ca/arts-and-culture/events/japan-festival-canada-2026/](https://www.mississauga.ca/arts-and-culture/events/japan-festival-canada-2026
🎨 SATURDAY FAMILY FUN AT BRADLEY MUSEUM
Families can drop in for a relaxed afternoon of children’s crafts, table games and outdoor games beside the historic barn.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 15
⏰ Time: 1:00–4:00 p.m.
🏠 Address: Bradley Museum, 1620 Orr Road, Mississauga
🎟️ Admission: Free
💡 Good to know: No registration is required. Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
🔗 https://www.mississauga.ca/events-and-attractions/events-calendar/saturday-family-fun-at-bradley-2026
📍 YORK REGION
🏎️ ONTARIO HONDA DEALERS INDY AT MARKHAM
The inaugural Markham race weekend brings NTT INDYCAR racing to a new downtown street circuit. Beyond the racing, families can enjoy interactive displays, driver appearances, contests, food vendors, merchandise and festival entertainment.
📅 Dates: Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16
⏰ Hours: 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. both days
🏁 Main race: Sunday at noon
📍 Location: Downtown Markham street circuit, near Unionville GO Station
🚆 Transit address: Unionville GO, 155 YMCA Boulevard, Markham
🎟️ Admission: Ticketed; children 12 and younger receive free general admission with a ticketed adult
💡 Good to know: Significant road closures are in effect. GO Transit is the most convenient option. Hearing protection is strongly recommended for children.
🔗 https://www.markham.ca/sports-recreation-fitness/ontario-honda-dealers-indy-markham](https://www.markham.ca/sports-recreation-fitness/ontario-honda-dealers-indy-markham)
🖼️ ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE AT MILL POND GALLERY
Take a quieter family outing to Mill Pond Gallery, where visitors can meet local artists and explore original artwork in an intimate community-gallery setting.
📅 Dates: Saturday, August 15 and Sunday, August 16
⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
🏠 Address: Mill Pond Gallery, 314 Mill Street, Richmond Hill
🎟️ Admission: Free
💡 Good to know: Pair your gallery visit with a family walk around nearby Mill Pond Park.
🔗 https://calendar.richmondhill.ca
⚠️ Event details can change due to weather or operational conditions, so please check the event websites before leaving home.