Get ready for the ultimate summer experience in Brampton!
Celebrate with vibrant events, endless fun and memories all summer long!
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BRAMPTON, ON – Get ready, Brampton! Summer in the City is packed with exciting events, outdoor adventures and endless entertainment for everyone. Whether you’re into vibrant markets, thrilling sports, outdoor movies or cultural celebrations, we’ve got your summer bucket list covered! Discover everything Brampton has to offer this summer at experiencebrampton.ca.
Make unforgettable memories all summer long at Brampton’s vibrant festivals, lively markets and exciting outdoor activities! Credit: City of Brampton
Check out the amazing lineup of events happening all summer long:
Brampton Farmers’ Market 2025
Date: Every Saturday from June 14 to October 11
Time: 8 am to 1 pm
Location: Main Street North (Theatre Lane to Queen Street) and Main Street South (Queen Street East to John Street)
Kickstart your weekends downtown with fresh produce, tasty treats, artisan goods and lively entertainment, generously sponsored by Algoma University and Attrell Toyota. Don’t miss a dazzling performance of Dandyism presented by Luminato Festival on opening day, June 14. Visit brampton.ca/markets for weekly updates!
Movies Under the Stars
Date: Fridays and Saturdays in June, July and August, starting June 14
Location: Various locations
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy FREE family-friendly movie nights at Garden Square, Chinguacousy Park, Mount Pleasant Square and Gore Meadows Community Centre. Entry is free with a non-perishable food donation supporting Knights Table. Check movie listings at brampton.ca/moviesunderthestars.
Mount Pleasant Night Market
Date: Every Thursday starting July 3 to August 28
Location: Mount Pleasant Village Square
Summer nights come alive every Thursday evening with gourmet food, unique vendors, live music and family-friendly fun. Details at brampton.ca/events.
Canada Day 2025
Date: Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Location: Chinguacousy Park, 9050 Bramalea Rd., Brampton, ON
Celebrate Canada’s birthday with live music, spectacular fireworks and fun-filled activities for the whole family. Stay tuned for more updates at brampton.ca/canadaday.
Hockey Night in Brampton 2025
Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Doors open: 6 pm
Puck drop: 7 pm
Location: CAA Centre, 7575 Kennedy Rd. S., Brampton, ON
Hockey fans, get excited! Support a great cause and enjoy an electrifying charity hockey game benefitting William Osler Health System Foundation. Stay tuned for ticket information and lineup announcements for 2025 at hockeynightbrampton.ca.
Summer at The Rose and Garden Square
Experience the best of summer with live entertainment in the heart of downtown Brampton! From outdoor concerts and patio performances to movie nights under the stars, Garden Square is your go-to destination for free, family-friendly fun. Plus, don’t miss unforgettable live shows at The Rose all season long. Find out more at bramptononstage.ca and watch the Summer Trailer on the Brampton On Stage YouTube Channel.
Visit a splash pad and wading pool
Residents and visitors looking for a place to splash and play to escape the heat can visit any of the City’s 18 splash pads or Chinguacousy Park wading pool, with more to come this year.
Individuals are encouraged to visit the City’s website ahead of their visit to ensure splash pads and the wading pool are open. Closures may occur due to inclement weather, such as outside temperatures less than 20°C or rain. For information, visit brampton.ca/splash.
Tee off at Peel Village Golf Course
Golf enthusiasts, book your tee time at the picturesque Peel Village Golf Course, welcoming players of all levels. This year’s season is generously sponsored by Genesis Brampton and Skydome Auto Group.
Book a tee time
Tee times can be booked in advance online at brampton.ca/peelvillage, over the phone at 905.874.2995 or in person at the clubhouse.
Explore Brampton’s parks, trails and pathways
Hike, bike or walk along one of Brampton’s recreational trail systems, which offer more than 850 parks and recreational trails in Brampton. Visit brampton.ca/parks to find one near you!
Free Tim Hortons drop-in public swims
Generously sponsored by Tim Hortons, the City of Brampton is offering free drop-in public swims for all ages from June 30 to August 31.
Registration is recommended but not required, walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows. To view the Tim Hortons free public swim schedule and participating locations, visit brampton.ca/freeswim.
Free drop-in Badminton by 407 ETR
Generously sponsored by 407 ETR, the City of Brampton is hosting free summer drop-in family badminton programs for ages 4 and older from July 1 to August 31.
Participants are required to bring indoor shoes and all other equipment will be provided. Registration is recommended but not required, walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows. View the full schedule and list of locations at brampton.ca/recreation.
Register for the Youth Cricket League
Cricket continues to thrive in Brampton as the City’s Youth Cricket League makes its highly anticipated return for a second year. Beginning July 7, the City will kick off the summer Youth Cricket League.
The league has three age groups U9, U12 and U15 and is open to players of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced cricketers. The structured format includes a mixture of practises and gameplay, providing a balanced mix of skill development and game play. The 2025 Youth Cricket League is generously sponsored by Centaur Products Inc.
Registration for the league is now open. Visit brampton.ca/cricket for more information about cricket in Brampton.
Register for Summer Camps
The City of Brampton is gearing up for an exciting 2025 Summer Camp season. This year’s offerings include sports, arts, science and outdoor adventures. Registration for summer camps is open, with programs beginning in July. To explore the camp options and register for an upcoming session, visit brampton.ca/registerforprograms.
Follow the Brampton Recreation Ready, Set, Play Van across the city
Throughout the summer, the City’s mobile recreation van is hitting the road, bringing free, family-friendly fun to different neighbourhoods! Join us for exciting games, interactive programs and try-it activities for all ages and abilities, designed to get everyone moving, learning and having fun. Whether you’re looking to explore new hobbies or just enjoy a day of play in your community, there’s something for everyone!
Have you spotted the Ready, Set, Play Van around Brampton? Don’t forget to share your photos on social media using #ReadySetPlayBrampton and tagging @BramptonParksRec for a chance to win a prize, the Brampton Recreation mascot! Visit brampton.ca/readysetplay to see where the van is headed next!
Brampton Library
Registration is now open for Brampton Library’s online Summer Reading Clubs, open to all ages. Track your reading, complete fun challenges, and enter for a chance to win exciting weekly and grand prizes! This year’s grand prizes include a bike and helmet for kids, a Nintendo Switch for teens, and an iPad with smart cover for adults. Kick off your reading adventure by attending a Summer Reading Club launch party at your local branch. Find full details at bramptonlibrary.ca.
Explore a wide range of free summer programs for kids, teens and adults. Pick up a copy of the Summer Program Guide at your local branch or visit bramptonlibrary.ca to learn more.
Programming highlights
- For Adults: Don’t miss the return of the popular Summer Soiree on Friday, June 13, or the 19+ After-Hours Party at Springdale Branch, featuring refreshments and activity stations.
- For Teens: Battle of the Books is back from July 11 to 25, cast your votes at any branch. Take & Make kits include DIY Pride bracelets (June), crochet kits (July), and magnetic poetry sets (August). Plus, join teen meetups on a variety of topics throughout the summer.
- For Kids and Families: Enjoy high-energy performers and interactive experiences, including Lion Dancers, Mad Science, Magic Wij, Scientists in School and more! Don’t miss special workshops like Digital Illustration with Saphera Peters and Telling Stories Through Pictures with Cornelia Li. Every Saturday, explore hands-on learning through STEM Stations at most branches or reserve a STEM-at-Home Pack.
No matter your age or interest, Brampton Library has something for everyone this summer.
Experience Brampton with exclusive discounts
Summer in Brampton means endless possibilities for fun and adventure. Stay local this summer, play more and spend less with exclusive discounts to top Brampton attractions and hotels. Visit brampton.ca/tourism and stay tuned for more details.
