Events

Exhibitors, workshops and more  

Our super-sized schedule kicks off with a Friday Night Social and continues on Saturday with free activities for all ages. Meet our exhibitors, discover unique treasures at the Trading Post, take part in sketch challenges and design your own unique Pokémon cards. Families with young children can enjoy Superhero Storytime, LEGO club, and the Children’s Costume Parade. Make sure to bring your best cosplay to our red carpet photo shoot for the chance to win a prize!

Beginners and seasoned players alike can stop by the gaming stations to try out tabletop and board games or show off your skills in free-play video game tournaments. 

Don’t miss out on our marvelous lineup of guest panels and workshops: 

• Learn about breaking into the comics industry with veteran creators Alison O’Toole (Shades of Fear), Derek Laufman (I Hate Fairyland) and Jason Loo (Werewolf by Night: Red Band). 

• Immerse yourself in comic book theatre hosted by acclaimed writer J Torres (Planet Hockey: First Star of the Game, Teen Titans Go! Digest). 

• Step into the realm of horror with Tri Vuong (The Strange Tales of Oscar Zahn) and work together to create your own spooky short comic. 

• And much more to experience! 

Event details

What 

The Mississauga Comic Expo Returns on November 14 and 15, beginning with a Friday Night Social and the main events on Saturday! 

When  

Friday, November 14, 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. 

Saturday, November 15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Where 

Hazel McCallion Central Library
301 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W.
Mississauga, ON  

Registration 

The Mississauga Comic Expo is completely free to attend. No registration required. All activities are drop-in on a first-come, first-served basis. Pre-register for updates and reminders at Eventbrite. 

More information 

As you prepare for the expo, make sure to use your library card to explore the thousands of books, comics, games, and more our library has to offer! Browse the full catalogue at the Mississauga Library website. 

Plan your visit to MCX with the MiWay Trip Planner. 

For information, including programs and featured guests, visit mississaugalibrary.ca/MCX and follow @mississaugalib on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

Workshops support the City’s Urban Agriculture Strategy by teaching residents gardening skills so that they can access healthy foods by growing them close to home.

What

An in-person, informative workshop for residents with limited or no gardening experience. Learn about indoor growing techniques, such as sprouting, as well as seed selection and garden planning to support your outdoor gardening next spring.

This workshop will include a hands-on indoor growing and sprouting activity.

When

The Winter Season Indoor Growing workshop will run at four different locations and dates throughout November and December.

Where

• Monday, November 17 at the Malton Community Centre from 5:30-7 p.m. (register online).
• Monday, November 24 at the Burnhamthorpe Library from 5:30-7 p.m. (register online).
• Monday, December 1 at the Meadowvale Community Centre from 5:30-7 p.m. (register online).
• Monday, December 8 at the Mississauga Valley Community Centre from 5:30-7 p.m. (register online).

Cost

Free – online registration is encouraged. Walk-ins are also welcome. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Discover how to cultivate your green thumb indoors. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our expert instructors will guide you through the process of sprouting seeds and caring for indoor plants.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enrich your gardening knowledge! Share your passion for gardening with fellow enthusiasts and be a part of our community’s commitment to sustainability.

November lineup

Emily Calandrelli, The Space Gal

TV host and author Emily Calandrelli, star of Emily’s Wonder Lab on Netflix, will share fun stories, experiments and real-world space adventures! Emily makes science and STEM accessible—perfect for future astronauts, curious minds and families who love to learn together.

Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Tickets start at $34+fees
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Reel Thursdays: We Lend a Hand – The Forgotten Story Of Ontario Farmerettes

History buffs and film lovers unite! This TIFF Film Circuit feature dives into the untold story of Ontario’s Farmerettes during WWII—a gripping tale of courage, community and wartime resilience brought to life on the big screen. Following the screening, director Colin Fields will be onsite for an exclusive post-show talkback and audience questions and answers.

Thursday, November 13, 2025 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $13.50+fees
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Shea Couleé featuring Lemon and The Virgo Queen

Fashion, fame and fabulousness! Get ready for an unforgettable night of glitz and glamour as Shea Couleé, international drag superstar and winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 5, hits the stage in Mississauga!

Shea brings their signature blend of live vocals, fierce fashion and high-energy to deliver a performance that’s part-concert, part spectacle and all celebration. Expect bold looks, dynamic beats and the magnetic stage presence that’s made Shea one of the most electrifying performers in the world of drag.

Joining the lineup are Lemon, winner of Canada’s Drag Race: Canada vs. The World Season 2, and The Virgo Queen, winner of Canada’s Drag Race Season 5. Bonus: it’s a two-for-one ticket deal if you book early!

Friday, November 14, 2025 from 8 to 9:30 p.m.
18+ mature content warning
Tickets start at $45+fees
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(Use unlock code TMN241 before selecting seats on Ticketmaster)

Digable Planets — Blowout Comb Anniversary Tour

Cool like dat? Absolutely. This GRAMMY-winning trio returns with their signature blend of jazz and hip hop that defined a generation. With a full live band, this show is pure groove, nostalgia and lyrical genius.

Thursday, November 20, 2025 from 8 to 10 p.m.
Tickets start at $59+fees
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Adaptive Concert: ASD Band in Collaboration with Xenia Concerts

Feel the rhythm of inclusion! The ASD Band, featuring four incredible musicians on the autism spectrum, joins forces with Xenia Concerts for a heartwarming, family-friendly show that celebrates neurodiversity through music.

Sunday, November 30, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Tickets start at $5+fees
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saugaLIVE is your ticket to an unforgettable experience, filled with music, magic and memorable moments all right here in Mississauga! Tickets for all shows can be purchased through our website or at the LAC ticket office.

With more than 20,000+ registrants expected, BFUTR is the world’s largest celebration of Black and allied excellence in tech and you won’t want to miss it.

What

The BFUTR 2025 Global Tech Summit is back, with this year’s summit featuring more than 100 speakers and exciting headliners like Bozoma Saint John (former CMO of Netflix) and Dan Schulman (CEO of Verizon). Attendees can also look forward to curated workshops, executive panels, real-time networking opportunities and much more.

As part of the summit, IDEA Mississauga is partnering with the Black Entrepreneur Alliance (BEA) to present a panel on building future-proof tech careers. Founders and ecosystem developers will dive into emerging trends, must-have skills and inclusive pathways into tech. It’s a conversation you won’t want to miss!

And don’t forget to swing by the IDEA and BEA booth for activations, resources, and community connections to help empower entrepreneurs.

Where

The International Centre in Mississauga.

6900 Airport Road

When

November 6 to 7, 2025

How it works

Passes are available on the BFUTR 2025 webpage. This year, BFUTR 2025 takes place during Black Tech Week North (BTWN) which runs from November 3 to 7 in Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, Calgary, Vancouver, BTWN will showcase Canada’s regional tech ecosystems and the Black professionals and allies who power them. BTWN events are free to attend with a BFUTR pass.

Where community, opportunity and tourism unite

Visit Mississauga is excited to work with Obsidi® for BFUTR 2025, reinforcing its commitment to diversity and inclusion, and attracting high-quality events that benefit residents, businesses, and visitors. BFUTR 2025 supports Visit Mississauga’s vision to enhance the city’s reputation as a top destination for world-renowned conferences, while showcasing our inspiring, multicultural community and unique opportunities.

By connecting businesses with local talent in the tech sector, this summit also positions Mississauga as a centre for economic growth and local tech talent, aligning with Invest and IDEA Mississauga’s mission to support entrepreneurs and foster innovation.

What

The 2025 Startup Canada Tour features a number of prominent speakers from various industry sectors. This event will also feature the Startup Global Pop-up Pitch Competition Grand Finale where finalists will pitch live for their chance to win from an overall $70,000 cash prize pool.

When

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Where

The Living Arts Centre
4141 Living Arts Dr.,
Mississauga, ON

Register

You can register and purchase your tickets online here.

Mississauga is one of Canada’s most diverse business hubs, home to more than 100,000 companies, including 775 multinational corporations and 75+ Fortune 500 firms. Its strategic location, world-class facilities and vibrant mix of business, culture and tourism make it a unique location for hosting national events like the Startup Canada Tour. With support from Invest Mississauga and Visit Mississauga, the city continues to attract business, sport, and cultural gatherings that drive economic impact, support local jobs, and showcase what Mississauga has to offer.

About Startup Canada

Startup Canada is the gateway to Canada’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. It connects entrepreneurs with support organizations, funding opportunities, and peers across the country to help them start and build successful businesses.

About IDEA Mississauga

IDEA Mississauga, powered by Invest Mississauga, brings together industry, government, education and organizational leaders to help start-ups and scale-ups accelerate ideas and commercialize solutions. IDEA offers entrepreneurs a comprehensive suite of resources to support their needs and growth, including tailored programs and services, along with a rich network of mentorship, partners and talent. From start-up to scale-up, the IDEA team is dedicated to driving innovation and turning entrepreneurs’ ideas into reality.

About Visit Mississauga

Visit Mississauga is the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for the City of Mississauga. The organization is industry led and responsible for developing a tourism strategy and leading tourism marketing and development efforts for Mississauga. Visit Mississauga is committed to implementing the City of Mississauga’s Tourism Master Plan, promoting local businesses and inviting large-scale business and consumer events to the city. Learn more at visitmississauga.ca, and follow on X, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.