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 big taco festival, TEDx in Dixie, a Motown night to book ahead, a few standout deals, and some local events to save before the weekend sneaks up.

Let’s get into it!

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📅 Saturday, June 27 to Sunday, June 28 | 📍 Port Credit Memorial Park

Taco Fest lands in Mississauga for the first time this weekend, bringing tacos, tequila, mezcal, live music, salsa dancers, games, and more to the Port Credit waterfront. The festival is 19+.

Why save it: Tickets are nearly sold out for both days, so do not leave this one until the weekend.

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📅 Saturday, June 27 | 📍 Maja Prentice Theatre

Spend Saturday morning hearing new ideas from local speakers and thinkers as TEDxMississauga returns with talks built around this year’s theme, “Ripple Effects.”

Why save it: Tickets range from $30 to $50, making this a solid pick when you want a Saturday plan that gives you something to think and talk about afterward.

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📅 Friday, July 3 | 📍 Living Arts Centre

A 16-piece cast of singers and musicians takes over the Living Arts Centre next Friday with hits from The Supremes, The Four Tops, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and more.

Why save it: It’s a lively, easy night out packed with songs you already know, and a good one to book now before next weekend fills up.

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📅 Sunday, June 28 | 📍 IKON Event Space

Shop fashion, beauty, jewellery, accessories, and lifestyle finds at this free-entry pop-up market running from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. A ticketed fashion show and dinner follow later in the day.

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📅 Sunday, June 28 | 📍 Army Navy & Air Force Veterans Club

Celebrate Canada Day weekend at this free outdoor market featuring 50 local vendors, food and treats, live music, and plenty to browse. Admission is free, although organizers are asking visitors to RSVP ahead of time.

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When your teen starts to drive, you want more than a pass.

You want them to stay calm, spot risks, and make safe choices when you are not in the car.

A government-approved driving course lets drivers take the G2 test after eight months instead of waiting a full year. It helps lower your insurance costs too.

Vegastar Driving School helps new drivers build key skills one lesson at a time. Students learn parking, lane changes, highway driving, and how to handle the road with confidence.

What stands out is how often their past students point to the same things: patient teachers, clear tips, and lessons that helped them feel ready for both test day and a lifetime of safe driving.

Another reason families choose Vegastar is its Guaranteed Pass Package. Students get unlimited in-car training, so they can keep practicing until they feel ready. The package includes free pickup and drop-off, road-test practice, and use of a school car for the test.

More practice for them. More peace of mind for you.

JACKALOPE returns July 10 to 12 with world-class skateboarding, BMX, Moto X demos, food, music, pop-up shops, and free admission for spectators. This year, the action moves to the Square One P3 parking lot.

Why it matters: It is one of Mississauga’s biggest free summer events, with enough going on for kids, teens, sports fans, and anyone looking for an easy day out downtown.

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BRKFREE’s expanded summer schedule starts Friday, June 26, opening up more times for families, friends, and work groups to take on its high-tech challenge rooms.

Why it matters: It’s an easy indoor plan for hot days, rainy afternoons, birthdays, or group nights when you want to do something active without organizing a major outing.

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📅 Claim while live | 📍 3397 American Drive

Another World VR Arena has a Groupon deal live for its full-body multiplayer VR experience, with options for groups of 1, 3, 5, or 7. Appointments are required, and the promotional value is valid for 180 days after purchase.

Good if: You want a day out that feels more exciting than the usual dinner or movie.

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📅 Daily until September 7 | 📍 Classic Bowl

Kids ages 2 to 15 can register for up to two free games of bowling every day this summer at Classic Bowl. The offer is available from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., subject to lane availability. Shoe rentals are extra.

Good if: You need an affordable indoor activity for hot days, rainy afternoons, or the long stretch of summer break.

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📅 Sunday, June 28 | 📍 Clarkson Village

Sweet Rides brings classic cars, a live DJ, BBQ hot dogs, lemonade, face painting, crafts, games, and local community groups to Clarkson Village on Sunday morning.

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📅 Sunday, June 28 | 📍 Perfect Harmony Music Studio

Join a relaxed community drum circle where you can bring your own drum or use one provided on site. No music experience is needed, and the $10 fee can be waived if cost is a barrier.

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📅 Every Friday this summer | 📍 Benares Historic House

Enjoy free live music from local performers on the front lawn of Benares Historic House from 7–8:30 p.m. The series runs every Friday throughout June, July, and August. Donations are appreciated and help support the performers and school busing programs that bring children and youth to Mississauga’s museums.

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See you Thursday,

Will