Events

This signature event draws more than 50,000 people each year for a free, full-day celebration for all ages. This year features live entertainment from Canadian talent, 25+ food trucks and food market vendors, interactive soccer-inspired experiences and a spectacular fireworks finale.

When:

Wednesday, July 1, 2026
4 to 10:30 p.m.

Performance schedule:

• 4:00 pm – DJ Jelz live spinning the Splash Party at the Fountain
• 6:05 pm – Sauga Sound Collective; Bombastic global beat makers at the saugaLIVE Stage
• 6:20 PM – Official Ceremony with Mayor Carolyn Parrish and Members of Council
• 6:40 pm – Freestyle Soccer Show at the North Side Stage
• 7:00 pm – Tedy, Pop power-house and rising star at the saugaLIVE Stage
• 7:30 pm – Sauga Sound Collective; Bombastic global beat makers, at the North Side Stage
• 8:00 pm – Aiona Santana, Latin-pop star at the saugaLIVE Stage
• 8:35 pm – Sauga Sound Collective x Freestyle Soccer show  at the North Side Stage
• 9:00 pm – bbno$, rapper and viral TikTok sensation at the saugaLIVE Stage
• 10:00 pm – Fireworks finale presented by Tim Hortons

Where:

Mississauga Celebration Square
300 City Centre Dr.

Cost:

Free

More details on the City’s Canada Day ceremony and celebration can be found on the event webpage.

About the event

Canada Day at Mississauga Celebration Square is the city’s largest civic celebration, showcasing Mississauga’s diversity, creativity and community spirit. This exciting, annual event offers residents and visitors an opportunity to come together and experience performances by top Canadian artists on the saugaLIVE stage, cultural programming and shared moments of national pride.

Important information

Office and facility closures

City offices, including Mississauga City Hall, the Ontario Courthouse, 311 Citizen Contact Centre, Clerks, all libraries and community centres will be closed on Wednesday, July 1.

After-hours dispatch: for urgent help overnight or on weekends or holidays, call our after-hours dispatch at 905-615-3000. Residents can also access services via our online portal and email by visiting the City’s website. For emergencies, please call 911.

Pools and spray pads

Spray pads, the MCS wading pool and outdoor pools are open. Indoor pools are closed.

Road closures

Road closures will be in effect in the downtown core starting from 6 a.m. on June 30 through July 2 at 6 a.m. from, with expanded closures from 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. on July 1. Areas impacted by the closures can be found on the Canada Day event webpage.

Parking

Paid on-street and off-street parking is in effect in the Downtown, parking is allowed in accordance with the posted signage and as outlined in the City’s Traffic By-law 555-00.

Transportation

With limited access to available parking in downtown Mississauga on Canada Day, attendees are encouraged to carpool, walk, bike or take MiWay using the trip planner to plan their destination.

MiWay will operate on a regular Sunday schedule. Routes 3, 7, 10, 17 and 23 will provide additional late evening service. Routes 3, 6 and 26 will be on detour from 6 to 11:30 p.m., due to road closures near Celebration Square for Canada Day celebrations.

Accessibility

Accessible mobility device charging stations will be available at Celebration Square on Canada Day. There is also an onsite accessible viewing area. American sign language (ASL) interpretation will be provided during the ceremony.

Fireworks

If you plan to set off fireworks at home this Canada Day, visit the City’s website for more information on using fireworks in Mississauga.

The Canada Day event at Mississauga Celebration Square has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada through the Canadian Heritage grant. The City would also like to thank all sponsors and partners involved in this year’s celebration.

Looking to celebrate Canada Day in your neighbourhood? Check out these Canada Day celebrations taking place throughout Mississauga:

• Canada Day #InThe Port at Port Credit
• Streetsville Canada Day StreetFest at Streetsville
• Canada Day in Malton

For information about other exciting downtown programming, including Canada Celebrates FIFA World Cup 2026 ^tm also happening on July 1 in downtown Mississauga, click here.

Get ready for an adrenaline-filled weekend in the heart of the city. JACKALOPE Mississauga returns to Mississauga’s downtown from Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 12, bringing together elite athletes, action sports competitions, live entertainment, food and festival experiences for residents and visitors of all ages. This free, three-day action sports festival will transform the Square One Shopping Centre parking lot into an outdoor sports event venue featuring world-class skateboarding, BMX, calisthenics, Moto X demos, food, music, pop-up activations and more. Visitors of all ages can participate with a climbing wall, a mini ramp, and a mini-skatepark.

Presented by JACKALOPE and made possible by Visit Mississauga, the event continues to build Mississauga’s reputation as a destination for major events, sport tourism and unforgettable summer experiences.

Event details

What

JACKALOPE Mississauga action sports festival

When

Friday, July 10 at noon (12 p.m.) to Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 8 p.m.

Where

Downtown Mississauga: Square One Shopping Centre – P3 Parking lot (near City Centre Drive and Duke of York Boulevard)
100 City Centre Dr.
Mississauga, ON

The event has moved from Mississauga Celebration Square this year, to accommodate the City’s Watch the World Play, Watch Parties.

Cost

Free admission for spectators and visitors, all weekend long.

What to expect

• Street and vert skateboarding competitions featuring top athletes from around the world
• Moto X demos
• BMX, live entertainment and DJ sets
• Food vendors, pop-up shops, brand activations and festival experiences

This year’s street course is designed to look like an airport runway. With fun details such as a baggage carousel, airport-themed obstacles and a large departure board, the course is a playful nod to Canada’s largest and busiest airport, YYZ, located in Mississauga.

Event-goers are encouraged to plan ahead and arrive early as the downtown core is expected to be busy throughout the weekend.

Why this is exciting for Mississauga

Major events like JACKALOPE Mississauga bring people into Mississauga, support local tourism and businesses, and give residents more ways to experience the city’s downtown. The festival also creates a stage for athletes, artists and fans to connect through sport, creativity and shared public space.

With free admission and a full weekend of programming, JACKALOPE gives families, sports fans and visitors a chance to experience one of the world’s biggest action sports festivals close to home.

For more information visit JACKALOPE Mississauga.

Quotes

“JACKALOPE brings incredible energy to Mississauga and gives residents and visitors a front-row seat to world-class action sports. Events like this bring our downtown alive, support our local economy and show why Mississauga is a destination for unforgettable experiences.” – Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish

“JACKALOPE is exactly the kind of high-impact event that shows people what makes Mississauga such a destination for events, festivals and sports. Since 2024, JACKALOPE has brought together world-class sport, culture, food and entertainment, creating memorable experiences for residents and visitors. We invite everyone to come and look forward to another unforgettable year of energy, excitement and activity.” – Victoria Clarke, CEO, Visit Mississauga

About JACKALOPE

JACKALOPE, a TRIBU property, was created in Montréal, Québec in 2012 to shine a spotlight on action sports and create opportunities for communities to come together and celebrate their passion. Since then, thousands of Canadian and international athletes have participated in and made the festival their own. Stars have been born at JACKALOPE, and many of its disciplines are now represented at the Olympic Games.

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 the destination. With a mandate of implementing the City of Mississauga’s Tourism Master Plan, Visit Mississauga is committed to promoting local businesses and co-ordinating large-scale events within the city. To learn more about Visit Mississauga or other exciting events coming to Mississauga, go to www.visitmississauga.ca

JACKALOPE 2025 photos are available for download at Media – Jackalope

Join us in celebrating the vibrant music, culture and traditions of Indigenous Peoples at the fifth annual National Indigenous Peoples Day event on Sunday, June 21 at Mississauga Celebration Square (MCS) in partnership with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.

Hosted by Kairyn Potts, actor and co-host of new Indigenous dating series Rezervations for Two, alongside local favourite, MR. SAUGA, the community is invited to unite for an inspiring evening showcasing vibrant Indigenous music and artistic performances that celebrate the distinct culture of Indigenous Peoples.

Event details

What

National Indigenous Peoples Day – free concert and event

When

Sunday, June 21, 2026 from 5 to 9 p.m.
Ceremony begins at 5:30 p.m.

Where

Mississauga Celebration Square
300 City Centre Dr.
Mississauga, ON

Who

Various Indigenous artists and musicians
Mayor Parrish and Members of Council
Dignitaries and special guests

Agenda

5 p.m. – Live concert spotlighting Indigenous performances, see line-up below.

DJ Kookum – a Plains Cree DJ and producer known for blending electronic music with Indigenous influences, creating energetic sets that celebrate contemporary Indigenous culture.

Qattuu – an emerging Inuk throat-singing artist whose music combines modern sounds with Inuit storytelling, bringing a fresh and powerful voice to Canada’s Indigenous music scene.

Manitou Mkwa Singers – JUNO-award nominated singing and drum group recognized for sharing traditional Indigenous songs and teachings through powerful performances that honour culture, community and connection.

MR SAUGA – Mississauga-based hip-hop artist, community advocate and social media personality known for celebrating local culture and bringing communities together through humour and storytelling.

Tia Wood – internationally-recognized Cree and Coast Salish singer-songwriter whose soulful blend of contemporary R&B and Indigenous influences has earned her a rapidly-growing global audience.

Cost

Free

For more information, visit the event listing.

About National Indigenous Peoples Day

This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. The Canadian Constitution recognizes these three groups as Aboriginal Peoples, also known as Indigenous Peoples, that each have their own distinct heritage, language, cultural practices and spiritual beliefs.

In co-operation with Indigenous organizations, the Government of Canada chose June 21, the summer solstice, for National Aboriginal Day, now known as National Indigenous Peoples Day. For generations, many Indigenous Peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near this day due to the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year.