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🧳 Professional Development
- TD Culture Lab: Artrepreneur 101 | Tuesdays, July 8 to August 27
📍Online
Are you a brilliant artist but feel less confident navigating the business side of your career? We’ve got you covered! Introducing TD Culture Lab: Artrepreneur 101 — a free webinar series from MAC designed to help you build your arts business know-how. Join MAC online on Tuesdays, 7-8 PM from July 8 - August 26.
Click here to learn more and register.
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🎨 Creative Workshops
FEATURED
- Senior Artistry Day | August 10
📍Mississauga City Hall
On August 10, 2025, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM at Mississauga City Hall, NeoVoce Philharmonic Choir in partnership with the renowned local arts organization ArtTrendZ and acclaimed Chinese painting artist Teacher Ren Ya, will be holding a special Senior Artistry Day community event. This free event invites seniors and the public to enjoy a rich afternoon of painting demonstrations, creative crafts, and singing activities designed to inspire, connect, and enrich our community’s cultural life.
Click here to learn more.
- Life Drawing - Figurative Expressions | Various dates
📍Visual Arts Mississauga
Figurative Expressions is a life drawing group that meets up weekly to draw and paint the model. They run a class (no instruction) at Visual Arts Mississauga with a professional model. Various dates.
Click here to learn more.
- Summer Fun Studio Times | Tuesdays and Thursdays in July and August, Starting July 3.
📍Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
School’s out for the summer! Enjoy a staycation with these crafts that are perfect for sun-soaked days with good beach vibes! Get creative with PAMA's family studio time activities and escape into the carefree fun of the season. Tuesdays and Thursdays in July and August, 10:30 AM – 3 PM. Starting July 3.
Click here to learn more.
- Drop-In Art Hive | July 30, August 6, August 13, August 20, August 27.
📍Art Gallery of Mississauga
The Art Gallery of Mississauga (AGM) is thrilled to announce that the Summer Art Hive is back for 2025, a free, drop-in program that will bring the joy of creativity to Mississauga. On select Wednesdays in July and August, these workshops offer a unique opportunity for residents to come together and experience art in a welcoming, non-judgmental environment.
Click here to learn more.
- Summer Art Workshop Series: Watercolour Escape | August 14
📍Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
Reflect on your connection to nature during a landscape watercolour painting session led by Brampton-based artist Angelica Candido. Inspired by Candido’s vibrant paintings — exploring the connection between humanity, the cycle of life, and dreams — create your own colourful scene that reflects the inspiration and wonder you receive from the natural world. Taking place August 14, 6:30 PM at PAMA.
Click here to learn more and register.
- Pirate Workshop | August 21
📍Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
Join PAMA for a high-seas adventure with Pirate Life children’s theatre company. Discover the life of a young buccaneer through stories, games and activities to spark creativity. Then, take part in a museum-wide treasure hunt to win a special prize. Happening at 12:30 PM, 2 PM, and 3:30 PM on August 21.
Click here to learn more and register.
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🎭 Theatre & Shows
FEATURED
- 2025 Mississauga Multilingual Fringe Festival - Sawitri Theatre | August 11 - 17 (AN1 Studios) & August 18-24 (Sampradaya)
📍AN1 Studios & Sampradaya Theatre
TEach year, the MMFF delivers an unforgettable theatrical experience with diverse productions in varied languages, featuring many South Asian creatives – and beyond! The festival will take place August 11-17 at AN1 Studios, and August 18-24 at Sampradaya Theatre.
Click here to learn more.
- Bubbleology Show - PAMA | August 7
📍Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA)
Miss T the Bubble Queen is back! The impossible becomes possible with bubbleology. Discover and be amazed by the science and art of the beautiful bubble. Experience the impossible possibilities of the wonderful bubble, including a bubble cube, a tornado in a bubble, a person inside an actual bubble and more! Taking place August 7, 1:30 PM at PAMA.
Click here to learn more and register.
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🎨 Visual Art & Exhibitions
FEATURED
- Art of Joy Exhibition and Workshop Fundraiser | August 2
📍Small Arms Inspection Building
Enjoy a day filled with creativity and joy at the Small Arms Inspection Building in Mississauga! This event combines an exciting art exhibition showcasing talented artists with an engaging art workshop, art vendors and a community art wall where you can unleash your inner artist. Not only will you be immersed in the beauty of art, but you will also be helping the fight against cancer. Taking place August 2, 10 AM - 9 PM.
Click here to learn more and get tickets.
- The Search for the Black Madonna and Green Tara | July 26 - October 12
📍Art Gallery of Mississauga
This expansive exhibition highlights the longstanding practice of Maroon Canadian, Mississauga-based artist Winsom Winsom. Featuring both existing and new bodies of work by this senior artist and self-described “child of the universe,” The Search for the Black Madonna and Green Tara traces the trajectory of Winsom’s emotional, physical, and spiritual journeys. Taking place July 26 - October 12.
Click here to learn more and register.
- Spirit Seeds - Museums of Mississauga | February 8 - August 3
📍Bradley Museum
Immerse yourself in the intricate and beautiful world of Indigenous beadwork at Spirit Seeds. Curated by Indigenous artist Naomi Smith (Chippewas of Nawash, Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario), this exhibition presents a rich visual exploration of beadwork from the Woodlands and Great Lakes Regions and present-day examples of the art form. Taking place February 8 - August 3 at Bradley Museum.
Click here to learn more.
- A City In Tune - A Celebration of Music in Mississauga Exhibition | April 14 - August 3
📍Bradley Museum
This exciting exhibition explores the City’s rich musical landscape, highlighting the diverse voices, cultures, and communities that have shaped its sound. From local legends to grassroots movements, the exhibition showcases the ways music connects people, builds identity, and reflects the evolving story of Mississauga. Taking place April 14 - August 3, Bradley Museum.
Click here to learn more.
- From Coast to Coast, The Canadian Journey! Exhibition | July 1 - 31
📍Pics Alive Gallery
Pics Alive and Ari Momeni invite you to share the adventure of their next show …From Coast to Coast, the Canadian journey! Experience the grandeur of this vast country while warming to the many peoples who weave the social fabric of our communities. Vicariously enjoy the many scenes and moments from across Canada which inspired these photographers, painters, artists, and sculptors. Hanging in the gallery of Pics Alive, at The Promenade Mall in Thornhill all of July.
Click here to learn more.
- Expressions of Light - A Watercolour Exhibition | July 16 - August 14
📍Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery
“Expressions of Light” is presented by the Mississauga Watercolour Society (MWS), showcasing a selection of its member’s work. Taking place July 16 - August 14 at the Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery.
Click here to learn more.
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🎶 Music
FEATURED
- Music on the River | July 31, August 28 and September 25
📍Port Credit Memorial Park
An exciting new concert series in Port Credit, Music on the River is a community celebration of the arts in support of Rethink Breast Cancer. Vendor Market, Activations, BBQ, Live Music – Music on the River is a celebration for the whole family! Taking place July 31, August 28 and September 25 at Port Credit Memorial Park.
Click here to learn more.
- Summer Concert Series - City of Mississauga | Various dates, starting July 4
📍Various locations
Enjoy a diverse lineup of talented artists with a wide range of musical styles performing at Streetsville Village Square, Cooksville Four Corners and Port Credit Memorial Park on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in July and August!
Click here to learn more.
- Amphitheatre Unplugged | Every Wednesday in August
📍MCS Amphitheatre
Amphitheatre Unplugged is back! Presented by Mississauga Arts Council in partnership with Mississauga Celebration Square this free, curated open mic series puts a spotlight on local talent every Wednesday night in August from 8 PM - 9:30 PM.
Click here to learn more.
- Emerging Arts Showcase at The Shore | Thursdays, Ongoing
📍Shore Grill & Grotto
MAC has teamed up with the one and only Tom Barlow to bring you the Emerging Arts Showcase — a new summer concert series spotlighting fresh local talent every Thursday at Shore Grill & Grotto in the heart of Port Credit!
Catch Barlow Band’s 7-11 PM, featuring a rising singer-songwriter from 8–8:30 PM.
Click here to learn more.
- Sunday Jazz at the Port Credit Legion | August 10
📍Port Credit Legion
Don't miss the Jazz Rangers live at the Port Credit Legion on August 10 from 2-4 PM for an afternoon of great music. This month's featured vocalist is Anne Jayamanne. No cover charge!
Click here to learn more.
- A Sonic Pill by Philoso7her | August 16
📍Applewood United Church
Join multi-instrumentalist Philoso7her for his first-ever solo concert! A Sonic Pill invites audiences into a space of stillness, emotion, and healing, featuring the handpan as the main instrument. Taking place August 16, 7 PM at Applewood United Church.
Click here to learn more.
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🎟️ Festivals & Community Events
FEATURED
- Mosaic Festival 2025 | August 1 & 2
📍Mississauga Celebration Square
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Canada’s leading South Asian multi-disciplinary arts festival. Mosaic Festival returns with two days of vibrant performances, visual art, kids programming, and a curated culinary experience featuring over 120 artists. Taking place August 1 & 2.
Click here to learn more.
- Rock The Coliseum 2025 | August 1 & 2
📍MCS Amphitheatre
Indie Music Festival at the Amphitheatre (North Square)
Same dates and hours as Mosaic Festival. Friday, August 1:
Elyse Saunders, Chastity, Brian John Harwood, and more. Saturday, August 2: Idle Era, Thunder Queens, Avalon Stone, A Short Walk to Pluto, and more. Hosted by Dave Woods | Directed by Demetrius Nath.
Click here to learn more.
- Speak Your Truth Open Mic | August 9
📍The Blind Duck Pub - University of Toronto Mississauga
Join Stay Woke for their biggest event of the year - their Speak Your Truth annual open mic! Check it out on Saturday, August 9, 5:30-10:30 PM at UTM's Blind Duck Pub. Don't miss this evening of community connection, interactive experiences, and creative youth performances. Plus, dinner is included in the ticket cost.
Click here to learn more and get tickets.
- Japan Festival Canada 2025 | August 16 & 17
📍Mississauga Celebration Square
Get ready for the biggest and most spectacular Japanese cultural event in North America! Join Japan Festival Canada for their 10th anniversary celebration, featuring dynamic performances, word-class entertainment, authentic Japanese food, and so much more.
Click here to learn more.
- Mississauga Italfest 2025 | August 22 & 23
📍Mississauga Celebration Square
Mississauga Italfest is back at Mississauga Celebration Square! Don't miss this exciting cultural festival, featuring family-friendly activities, delicious food, puppet shows, stilt walkers, a sports-zone, and a lineup of both local and legendary Italian talent.
Click here to learn more.
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🏆 Awards
- Christian Creative Arts Conference & Awards | August 15 & 16
📍3434 Cawthra Road
This two-day event features seven sessions with top-notched industry experts designed to equip artists with tools to grow in their craft and career—whether on stage, online, or in the studio. The event culminates into an awards presentation, celebrating various emerging music artists in various music categories along with recognizing artists and professionals within music scene that have had an impact particularly within the gospel music sector. Taking place August 15 & 16 and 3434 Cawthra Road.
Click here to learn more.
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🧳 Literary
FEATURED
- Book Launch - Olive Rose Steele | August 16
📍Hazel McCallion Central Library
Author Olive Rose Steele will autograph your copy of BEFORE YOU GO, a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. Receive a free sample of the scent that is intricately connected to the story. This is not just a perfume, it’s a part of the narrative that you can carry with you. Taking place August 16, 11 AM - 4:30 PM at Hazel McCallion Library.
Click here to learn more.
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Did you enjoy reading this newsletter? Connect with me and let me know what you'd like to see, read or hear in future editions!
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 Have a creative week! ✨ Sherri Parliament
Communications Manager, MAC
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