Things to do this weekend in Mississauga: April 25 to April 27
Published April 24, 2025 at 6:59 pm
Whether you’re into musicals or nature walks, opera tributes or kickboxing matches, Mississauga’s weekend scene brings a mix of variety and flair.
Here’s what’s on from April 24 to 27:
April 25
Prestige fight series 3
Prestige Fight Series returns with an action-packed night of kickboxing and combat sports. Don’t miss the electrifying bouts happening live at Rogue Event Space.
Where: 35 Brunel Rd. (Rogue Event Space)
When: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Cost: Tickets from $75.88
Spring Clothing and Electronics Recycling Collection Drive (April 14- 27)
Give your unwanted clothing and electronics a new life and help reduce landfill waste by dropping them off at select Mississauga community centres.
Where:
- 1500 Gulleden Dr (Burnhamthorpe Community Centre)
- 5320 Ninth Line (Churchill Meadows Community Centre)
- 2475 Truscott Dr (Clarkson Community Centre)
- 2800 Erin Centre Blvd (Erin Meadows Community Centre)
- 310 Bristol Rd E (Frank McKechnie Community Centre)
- 830 Paisley Blvd W (Huron Park Recreation Centre)
- 3540 Morning Star Dr (Malton Community Centre)
- 6655 Glen Erin Dr (Meadowvale Community Centre)
- 1275 Mississauga Valley Blvd (Mississauga Valley Community Centre)
- 5800 River Grove Ave (River Grove Community Centre)
- 301 Burnhamthorpe Rd W (Hazel McCallion Central Library)
- 300 City Centre Dr (Great Hall at Mississauga Civic Centre)
When: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Cost: Free
April 26
A City in Tune
Explore Mississauga’s vibrant musical heritage through artifacts, stories, and interactive displays that celebrate the city’s diverse voices and communities.
Where: 300 City Centre Dr., (The Great Hall)
When: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Oliver! (April 25 – May 4)
Theatre Unlimited Performing Arts presents Oliver!—a powerful musical adaptation of Dickens’ classic, featuring unforgettable songs and characters. Follow young Oliver Twist as he navigates Victorian London in search of love and belonging.
Where: 6315 Montevideo Rd. (Meadowvale Theatre)
When: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Cost: Adults: $39.51 | Students/Seniors: $36.49
Tree Giveaway at Cawthra Park
Come spring into action and pick up a free native tree at Cawthra Woods! One tree per Mississauga resident with advance registration required.
Where: 1305 Cawthra Rd.
When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cost: Free
Latin arts and crafts for kids
Children aged five and up, along with their families, are invited to join this hands-on workshop, which explores Latin American culture through creative arts and crafts.
Where: 2323 Confederation Pkwy (Spanish4You Canada)
When: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Cost: Free (registration required)
Spring Parks Clean-Up
Join Mississauga Parks staff for a community-wide clean-up to help keep local parks litter-free. Supplies provided. Volunteer hours available upon request.
Where: Various Mississauga Parks (Malton Greenway, Fairwinds Park, Dr. Martin L. Dobkin Community Park, Serson Park, Lake Aquitaine Park, Friendship Community Park, Tom Chater Memorial Park, Clarkson Park)
When: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Cost: Free (pre-registration required)
City Nature Challenge and Community Litter Clean-up
Join a global BioBlitz and explore local wildlife at the Small Arms Inspection Building. Learn how to use iNaturalist, take part in a mini BioBlitz, and help clean up the environment. Presented in partnership with TRCA and CreativeHub 1352.
Where: 1352 Lakeshore Rd. E. (Small Arms Inspection Building)
When: 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free (registration required)
Repair Hub
Give your broken items a second life with help from volunteer fixers at the Repair Hub. Drop in to repair electronics, small appliances, toys, bicycles, or clothing and learn valuable skills along the way.
Where: 301 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W. (Hazel McCallion Central Library)
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free (drop-in only)
Saturday Family Fun at Bradley Museum
Drop in for an afternoon of crafts and games, perfect for kids and parents alike. No lessons, no stress—just creativity and connection.
Where: 1620 Orr Rd. (Bradley Museum)
When: 12 to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Flag Raising: Journey to Freedom Day
As part of the City of Mississauga’s Community Recognition Program, this flag raising honours Journey to Freedom Day, recognizing the resilience of Vietnamese refugees and their contributions to Canadian society.
Where: 300 City Centre Dr. (Celebration Square)
When: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
Guided Walk: Cawthra Woods
Join City of Mississauga Forestry staff for a guided nature walk through Cawthra Woods. Discover the ecological importance of this forest and learn about the benefits it provides. Dress for the weather and wear proper footwear.
Where: 1305 Cawthra Rd. (Cawthra Park)
When: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost: Free (Pre-registration required)
Opera – A Pavarotti & Friends Tribute
The Mississauga Symphony Orchestra presents a stirring tribute to Luciano Pavarotti, blending classic opera and pop-fusion. Featuring Romulo Delgado, Sara Papini, Carmen Spada and the Mississauga Festival Choir.
Where: 4141 Living Arts Dr. (Living Arts Centre)
When: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Cost: Tickets start at $40
April 27
Flag Raising: National Volunteer Day
Join the City of Mississauga in honouring National Volunteer Day with a flag-raising ceremony that recognizes the contributions of volunteers in our community.
Where: 300 City Centre Dr. (Celebration Square)
When: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Sing Along concert
Presented by The Canadian Arabic Orchestra, this interactive concert celebrates the joy of timeless Arabic classics. Join in for a night of nostalgia, music and community at this special Local Concert Series event.
Where: 4141 Living Arts Dr. (Living Arts Centre)
When: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Cost: Tickets start at $39.65 + fees
Spirit Seeds (Feb.8 to Aug. 3)
Explore the intricate world of Indigenous beadwork in this exhibition, curated by Naomi Smith, which showcases historical and contemporary pieces from the Woodlands and Great Lakes regions.
Where: 1620 Orr Rd. (Bradley Museum)
When: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
—Cover photo via sarapapini.com