Here’s your Tuesday list of ticketed plans, local finds, new openings, deals, and community events worth knowing before the weekend rush.

This week has a new waterfront space opening to the public, country music in Port Credit, an art show, a sneaker vendor show, and a few free or discounted things for you.

Let’s get into it!

📅 Friday, May 29 to Sunday, May 31 | 📍 Port Credit Arena and nearby venues

Ontario’s country music weekend lands in Mississauga with songwriter nights, live music, industry events, a free music trail, and the CMAOntario Awards Show on Sunday.

Why save it:

The ticketed parts start Friday, so country fans should sort out seats before the weekend hits.

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📅 Saturday, June 6 | 📍 Christ First United Church

The Chamber Music Society of Mississauga is hosting a full day of piano music with Katherine Dowling and Clark Schaufele, Adam Sherkin, Rachel Fenlon, and Philip Chiu. A pay-what-you-wish ticket gets you access to the day.

Why save it:

It’s a rare all-day classical music pick, and you can drop in for one recital or stay for the whole run.

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📅 Saturday, May 30 to Sunday, May 31 | 📍 Small Arms Inspection Building

A fine art show with work across multiple mediums, live music on Saturday, free fashion sketches, gift certificate draws, and Sunday overlap with the farmers’ market.

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📅 Saturday, May 30 | 📍 Oasis Convention Centre

A one-day sneaker and streetwear show with 150+ vendors, buy-sell-trade tables, auctions, raffles, and food.

Good if you collect sneakers, have a teen who’s into streetwear, or want a very different kind of Saturday browse.

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Mississauga is getting a new waterfront destination this weekend.

Credit Valley Conservation says Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area officially opens to the public on Saturday, May 30, with a sunrise ceremony at 6 a.m. and free family activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The new conservation area adds trails, restored habitat, and a new way to get close to the lake along Mississauga’s eastern shoreline.

Why it matters:

This is one of the more meaningful public-space openings Mississauga has seen in years.

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📅 Sunday, May 31 | 📍 The International Centre

WagJag has a $29 family pass for the Reptile & Plant Expo at The International Centre.

The pass is valid for two adults plus two youth ages 7 to 15, or seniors. The listed value is $45, and the deal expires on event day.

Good if:

You want a lower-cost family outing with reptiles, plants, vendors, and free parking.

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📅 Open now | 📍 Across Mississauga

Mississauga’s spray pads are open for the season.

They’re free to use, open daily at 9 a.m., and run through the warmer months, weather permitting. The Celebration Square wading pool is also open and free to use.

Good if:

You need a no-spend way to cool down with your kids once the hot days start piling up.

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📅 Saturday, May 30 | 📍 Huron Park Recreation Centre

A free, family-friendly community bike ride through Cooksville, with routes expected to run about 8 km to 16 km. The City encourages online registration because space can be limited.

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📅 Saturday, May 30 | 📍 Celebration Square

A full-day street cricket fundraiser supporting The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. Expect teams, community energy, and a big public sports atmosphere in the square.

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📅 Saturday, May 30 | 📍 London Gate Pub

A speed-dating and salsa night for singles 45+ looking to meet new people in a relaxed pub setting. Tickets are $35 and include a free drink, free appetizer, and free parking.

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See you Thursday,

Will