Mississauga, Ontario August 2025 | Family Events & Activities Guide

by Ana Bastas

Discover fun-filled family events in Mississauga this August 2025—including Mosaic Fest, Italfest, Japanese & multicultural markets, outdoor movies, museums & more.

Top Family Events in Mississauga – August 2025

1. Mosaic Festival – South Asian Celebration

📍 Celebration Square
📅 Fri–Sat, August 1–2, 2025 • Fri 5–11 PM, Sat 4–11 PM

Free community festival celebrating South Asian arts, music, dance, cuisine, craft workshops, and kids’ activities.

2. TD Mosaic Fest

📍 Celebration Square
📅 Mon–Tue, August 4–5, 2025

Continuing the Mosaic celebrations with singing competitions, cultural performances and free kids’ craft zones.

3. Mississauga Italfest

📍 Celebration Square
📅 Fri–Sat, August 22–23, 2025 • Fri 5–11 PM, Sat 12–11 PM

Italy-themed festival with celebrity chef demos, bocce ball, kids’ entertainment zones, authentic food, music, stilt walkers, crafts, watermelon-eating contests and more—all free.

4. Japan Festival Canada

📍 Celebration Square (300 City Centre Dr)
📅 Sat–Sun, August 16–17, 2025 • Sat 12 PM–11 PM, Sun 11 AM–7 PM

Canada’s largest Japanese cultural festival with traditional music, martial arts, anime, tech exhibits, vendors, food, and interactive demonstrations.

5. Multicultural Summer Market

📍 Lakeside Park
📅 Sunday, August 31, 2025

Celebrates the city’s diversity with global food vendors, artisan crafts, live performances and family-friendly fun.

6. Saturday Family Fun at Bradley Museum

📍 Bradley Museum (1620 Orr Rd)
📅 Every Saturday in August, 12–4 PM (e.g. Aug 2,9,16,23,30)

Free drop‑in afternoons with crafts and outdoor games beside the historic barn—great for a relaxed rural feel downtown.

7. Movie Nights Under the Stars

📍 Celebration Square (Queen St & City Centre Dr)
📅 Thursday summer evenings through Sept 4, including August

Free outdoor family films like Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Wicked: Part One, and more. Bring your blanket and snacks!

8. Bollywood Monster Mashup

📍 Celebration Square
📅 Late July / Early August weekend (e.g., Aug 1–2)

Vibrant dance/music festival featuring Bollywood, Bhangra, live performances, food, and kid’s activities. Free entry.

🎯 Why Mississauga in August Rocks for Families

Cultural Diversity: Festivals like Mosaic, Italfest, Japan Festival, Bollywood Mashup & the multicultural market create a window into global cultures—all in one spot.
Free & accessible: Most events are free, with no registration required.
Fun & learning: Art, music, history, crafts, and food experiences make summer educational and entertaining.
Outdoor Recreation: Combine celebrations with movies under the stars, park strolls, or splash pad breaks.

📝 Planning Tips for Families

Tip	Details
Arrive Early	For Celebration Square events, find a comfortable spot before performances begin.
Stay Hydrated & Snack Ready	Bring water, snacks, and picnic gear—vendor lines may be long.
Dress in Layers	Evenings can cool off after outdoor events; a light jacket helps.
Weekly Planning	Saturdays are perfect for a museum visit at Bradley, Thursdays for movies, and weekends for festivals.
Check Official Pages	Event times or lineups can change—double-check official Mississauga or festival sites.

August 2025 in Mississauga is a family celebration of global culture, art, history, and fun—all free or affordable. With festivals spanning South Asia, Italy, Japan, Bollywood, craft markets, museum play days, and movies under the stars, every weekend is an opportunity for shared experiences and lasting memories.