Things to do this weekend in Mississauga: Dec. 20 to Dec. 22
Published December 18, 2024 at 5:30 pm
With less than a week until Christmas, Mississauga is offering a variety of festive activities to enjoy with family, friends, or kids during the winter holidays. From concerts to dazzling light displays and historical exhibitions, there’s something to keep everyone entertained!
Here’s what’s happening from Dec. 20 to Dec. 22:
December 20
Illumi
Explore the world’s biggest light and sound show this holiday season. Wander through 16 thematic universes filled with snowmen, candy canes, reindeer, and the iconic Illumi Tree of Lights—the tallest in the world.
Where: 7174 Derrycrest Dr.
Time: 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Cost: $17–$24
Holiday Lunch
Leave the cooking to someone else and enjoy a delectable holiday lunch buffet curated by the chefs at LIVE Restaurant.
Where: 4141 Living Arts Dr. (Living Arts Centre)
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Cost: Adults $39; children (ages 4–12) $29.50; children (3 & under) free.
The Best of Ilinden
Enjoy a traditional folk dance concert featuring multiple choreographies ranging from 3 to 12 minutes, with interactive audience participation.
Where: Meadowvale Theatre
Time: 8 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Cost: Adults $40, Children $25
Christmas Show hosted by Natalie G Music
Enjoy a festive evening of holiday tunes featuring the talented vocalist Mohamed Ben Khedda. Hosted by Natalie G Music, this event welcomes music lovers of all ages. Tickets are $20 by e-transfer or $25 at the door. Children under 7 attend for free.
Where: 84 South Service Rd.
Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Cost: $20–$25 (Kids under 7: Free)
Malton’s Aviation History (Nov. 9 to Jan. 31, 2025)
Explore the rich aviation history of Malton, a key contributor to Mississauga’s growth over the past 50 years. This exhibition features rarely-seen photographs from the Museums of Mississauga’s historical collection, showcasing the people, places and planes that built Malton’s aviation legacy.
Where: 6301 Silver Dart Dr. (Toronto Pearson International Airport —Terminal 1)
Time: 12 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Cost: Free
December 21
MCS Winter Magic
Experience the enchantment of winter at Celebration Square. Enjoy spectacular art installations, sparkling lights, and a skate on the city’s largest outdoor ice rink. Celebrate the season in the heart of Mississauga.
Skate Rental Prices for children (12 years & under) $10; Adult $15; Helmet Rental: $5; Skate Sharpening $10; Skate Aid: $10. Pricing is based on two hour rentals.
Where: 300 City Centre Dr.
Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Out of the Vault – (Sept. 26 to Dec. 15)
The Bradley Museum will host an exhibition marking the City of Mississauga’s 50th anniversary. In celebration of this milestone, the Museums of Mississauga have hidden 50 artifact markers from their historic collection throughout the city as part of the History Hunt. These artifacts will be taken “out of the vault” and displayed at the museum.
Visitors are invited to explore the unique stories behind each artifact, offering a glimpse into Mississauga’s rich heritage over the past five decades.
Where: 1620 Orr Rd.
Time: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
December 22
A Charlie Brown Christmas
Relive the magic of the beloved 1965 Christmas special with the timeless soundtrack by Vince Guaraldi. Pianist/vocalist Carmen Spada and his trio, along with special guests, will perform classics like “Christmas Time is Here,” “Skating,” and the iconic “Linus & Lucy.”
Where: Meadowvale Theatre
Time: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $29
Hope! A Gospel Christmas Celebration
Celebrate the story of Christ’s birth through music in this uplifting and family-friendly gospel-style event. The musical will include original songs and beloved carols infused with gospel, soul and blues.
Where: 2067 Stanfield Rd.
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Generation X Marks the Spot
Curated by Dayo Kefentse, this exhibition at the Bradley Museum explores the history of young Caribbean Canadians in Mississauga during the 1980s. Through an audio documentary and a new interview with former Peel Regional Police Deputy Chief Ingrid Pellew-Berkeley, the project examines the impact of the Black Action Defense Committee and the story of Michael Wade Lawson. It is funded by the BIPOC Community Curator Program.
Where: 1620 Orr Rd.
Time: 12 p.m.