Good morning Mississauga,
Here’s your Tuesday list of ticketed plans, local finds, a new opening, deals, and community events worth knowing before the weekend rush.
This week brings our Sauga Summer Fun Guide, a few ticketed culture nights to book, local markets to browse, a new grocery stop in Clarkson, live local deals, and free family activities.
Let’s get into it!
This Week’s Local Feature
Peticure Paws
Some pets walk into the groomer ready for spa day. Others need a little more time and patience.
Maybe it is a puppy’s first appointment. A senior pet who resists the bath. A nervous dog that hates nail trims. Or a 100-pound shedding machine with enough loose fur to practically make a carpet.
That is where Peticure Paws shines.
With over 35 years of experience, Peticure Paws has worked with dogs and cats of all sizes, ages, and personalities. They understand that nervous, sensitive, and hard-to-groom pets often do best with a calmer approach.
From bath and dry, de-shedding, and de-matting to nail trimming and more, every pet receives the care they need to come home clean, comfortable, and looking their best.
Big or small, Peticure Paws loves them all.
Call or email to book your pet’s next groom.
(905) 403-9009
[email protected]
The Sauga Box Office
A Glimpse Into The Heart Of A Singer-Songwriter
📅 Friday, July 24 | 📍 The Rec Room Square One
A group of local and regional artists take over The Rec Room for a night of original songs, stories behind the music, and a few familiar covers.
Why save it: This is a low-key ticketed night for anyone who wants live music with a more intimate feel.
Khashaba Night
📅 Saturday, August 1 | 📍 Meadowvale Theatre
Khashaba Night brings the rhythms and folk traditions of southern Iraq to Meadowvale Theatre as part of the 4th Annual Iraqi Festival of Arts & Heritage.
Why save it: Mississauga gets a full cultural performance weekend here, and this is the kind of show you’ll want seats for before the day-of rush.
Fregata - The Reunion Party
📅 Sunday, August 2 | 📍 Fregata Restaurant
Fregata is bringing back a 90s and 2000s Eurodance night with DJs, live performances, and a late-night party setup.
Why save it: If your group wants an adult night out with throwback dance music, this is one to book for the long weekend.
Sauga Summer Fun Guide
Make the most of summer with five fun experiences in and around Mississauga.
From climbing and go-kart racing to pottery, roller skating, and immersive adventures, these spots offer something for families, date nights, group outings, and anyone looking to try something different.
Aspire Climbing
Looking for something different to do just minutes from Mississauga? Aspire is more than a climbing gym. It's a vibrant community destination where friends and families come together to climb, train, play and connect. Explore Ontario's premier indoor bouldering gym, challenge yourself on their Ninja Warrior course, enjoy premium golf simulators, work out in their fitness space, or relax with their in-house roasted coffee from Aspect Café. Whether you're planning a fun outing or discovering a new hobby, Aspire has something for everyone.
K1 Speed Mississauga
Looking for a summer outing with a little more speed? K1 Speed Mississauga puts you behind the wheel of high-performance electric go-karts on a professionally designed indoor track.
Their Arrive and Drive races make it easy for adults and junior racers to compete, chase faster lap times, and settle a few friendly rivalries. Helmets are provided, and no previous racing experience is required.
Whether you’re planning a birthday, family outing, date night, or afternoon with friends, K1 Speed delivers an exciting experience from the first green light to the final lap.
Happy Hands Pottery and Art Studio
Happy Hands Pottery and Art Studio is a premier pottery and art studio in Brampton, dedicated to inspiring creativity through hands-on art experiences.
They offer pottery classes, ceramic painting, and creative workshops for all ages and skill levels in a welcoming, community-focused environment. Whether you’re exploring a new hobby, celebrating a special occasion, or developing your artistic talents, Happy Hands is a destination for creativity, connection, and self-expression.
Ready to get creative? Visit Happy Hands Pottery and Art Studio to experience the joy of making art, book a pottery class, or join one of their engaging workshops.
Scooter’s Roller Palace
Scooter’s Roller Palace has been giving Mississauga somewhere to skate, dance, and spend time together for generations.
Hit the rink during an all-ages session, turn it into a summer date at an adult skate night, or build your confidence with one of their skating lessons. Skate rentals are available, and there are arcade games, pool tables, air hockey, and food when you need a break.
Whether you’re reliving an old favourite or trying roller skating for the first time, Scooter’s offers a classic local outing that works for families, friends, and date nights.
Ready Set Go Adventures
Ready Set Go Adventures takes the traditional escape room and turns it into a high-tech, multi-room experience built around puzzles, hidden clues, interactive props, and cinematic environments.
Choose an adventure, gather your team, and race through a story filled with secret passageways, responsive technology, and challenges that reward communication and quick thinking. Each experience is point-based, so your group can track its progress as the clock runs down.
Whether you’re planning a birthday, family outing, date night, or group challenge, Ready Set Go offers an immersive way to do something completely different in Mississauga.
Local Finds
Best Overall:
Let’s Event Summer Festival
📅 Saturday, July 25 | 📍 Small Arms Inspection Building
Small Arms gets a full community marketplace with 50+ vendors, food, clothing, jewelry, gifts, handmade products, beauty finds, a kids’ area, and entertainment.
It’s an easy Saturday browse if you want shopping, snacks, and a place to cool off when the summer heat gets to be too much.
Best Park Browse:
Mississauga Artisans Alley
📅 Friday, July 24 to Sunday, July 26 | 📍 Erindale Park
Erindale Park gets a weekend artisan market with crafts, food, and local talent in one of the city’s best green spaces.
Go if you want a casual summer wander where you can browse first, then stay for a walk by the river.
Best Midweek Stop:
Central Lions Farmers Market
📅 Wednesday, July 22 | 📍 Celebration Square
The Wednesday market is back with produce, baked goods, handcrafted items, and local food finds.
It’s a useful midweek stop if you work nearby, live downtown, or want fresh fruit and snacks before the weekend.
New & Notable
Food Basics Is Open In Clarkson
Food Basics has opened a new 32,000+ square-foot store at Clarkson Village Shopping Centre, giving the area another discount grocery option near Lakeshore Road West.
Why it matters: Clarkson gets a practical new grocery stop, making affordable food easier to access close to home.
Mississauga World Music Festival Has Its Lineup
Mississauga World Music Festival is set for August 1 and 2 at Streetsville Village Square, with performers listed across both days including Mohamed Ben & Maple Arts Group, Hips Don’t Lie, Illara & Hikaya Band, Steve Mancuso, Joaquin Nunez & Habana Safari, Lazo & Friends, Dr Draw, Mariachi Fuego, and Ethnosonic Band.
Why it matters: It’s a free admission music weekend with enough variety to make it worth saving before August plans fill up.
Deals & Freebies
Saga Escapes Groupon
📅 Claim while live | 📍 6033 Shawson Drive
Saga Escapes has a Groupon deal for immersive escape-room challenges in Mississauga, with savings listed up to 40%.
Good if: You want a cheaper group plan for a date night, family outing, or friends who like puzzles more than another dinner out.
Sky Zone Buy One, Get One 50% Off
📅 Claim by July 31 | 📍 Sky Zone
Sky Zone Mississauga has a buy-one-get-one deal on two-hour jump tickets, with 50% off the second ticket when you use code PLUSONE50.
Good if: You need an indoor summer activity for the kids, siblings, or friends and want to save on a pair of tickets.
Community Board
Sunday Family Fun at Benares Historic House
📅 Sunday, July 26 | 📍 Benares Historic House
Benares Historic House is hosting a free drop-in afternoon with crafts, board games and outdoor games on the lawn for kids and parents.
This is a simple one to pass along to a family looking for a relaxed, no-cost activity and a chance to spend time together in the community.
ReclaimFRESH Food Rescue Volunteers
📅 Ongoing | 📍 Across Mississauga
Food Banks Mississauga is looking for volunteers for its ReclaimFRESH food rescue program, which helps keep good food moving to people who need it.
This is a good fit if you’ve been meaning to volunteer locally and want something with a clear, tangible impact.
Play Day at Lakeview Farmers’ Market
📅 Sunday, July 26 | 📍 Small Arms Inspection Building
Lakeview Farmers’ Market is hosting a free family Play Day with face painting, balloon animals, STEM stations, cornhole, jump rope, and other outdoor games.
This is a simple one to pass along to families looking for a free Sunday activity where the kids can play while the adults browse the market.
Thanks For Reading
Know a new opening, show, market, deal, or community event we should include?
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See you Thursday,
-Will