As excitement builds across Canada for the world’s biggest sporting event, Vaughan will welcome residents and visitors to an unforgettable day of live entertainment, community spirit and world-class soccer excitement.
Experience all the family fun, events and celebrations this Canada Day in Vaughan!
Whether you’re looking for some fun activities for you and your crew or you have family visiting from out of town and want to show off all that Vaughan has to offer, we have great recommendations for things to do this holiday.
For kids of all ages, whether you’re looking for a single-day trip or a weekend of fun times in the sunshine, Vaughan offers a huge variety of activities and attractions for families of all sizes.
Vaughan has celebrated Pride Week every year since 2003 and proclaimed June Pride Month since 2020. Pride is an annual observance, celebrating and recognizing the Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer, and other gender and sexually diverse (2SLGBTQ+) communities, their histories, achievements and ongoing struggles for equal rights and acceptance.
One of the great things about summer in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is the concert schedule. Bands from all eras and all over the world come to town to play at many of our world-class concert venues, arenas and stadiums. Whether you’re into country and folk acts, classic rock bands, singer/songwriters or the latest K-Pop phenom…there’s always a show to take in! But here’s the thing. With so many concerts, sports events, and other seasonal attractions and events in the Toronto core, hotel room availability and excessive vehicle traffic can put a damper on that summertime spirit. So, here’s a creative solution: why not stay in Vaughan and explore new hassle-free ways of getting to see your favourite musical acts?
Looking for a two-day golf getaway? Vaughan offers the perfect opportunity to play through! With several golf courses featuring beautifully maintained fairways and greens…the par–fect antidote to your weekly grind is right here in Vaughan. Now, add the easy comfort of a convenient hotel and the elegant, relaxing dining experiences of some of Vaughan’s premier restaurants and bars, and you have the building blocks for a great weekend! Whether you’re planning a friends’ getaway or a relaxed couples’ escape, no matter what your handicap, Vaughan makes it easy for experts and newbies to turn a few rounds of golf into a full, memorable weekend. Here are some ideas for your two-day golfing itinerary.
Maple Village, the area surrounding Keele Street and Major MacKenzie Road, offers convenient access to amazing shopping, the Maple GO Station and many local amenities. It’s an ideal area for both convenience and community, with nearby parks, libraries, and recreation centres to enhance its family appeal. There are also dozens of unique restaurants and bars to fuel your active lifestyle.
Let’s take a tour of Thornhill, a robust neighborhood of excellent restaurants, bars, cafes, history, culture and activities located in the east end of Vaughan. Thornhill offers visitors a unique mix of experiences. If you are a foodie, you can explore an abundance of delicious multicultural restaurants. Shoppers can find everything from boutique treasures to well-known brands. Golf and ski enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to their favorite sport of the season. Whether you’re visiting for a day or a weekend, here are just a few of Thornhill’s special places and experiences ready to fuel your desire to explore.
The Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) is the city’s downtown core, marking the northern end of the Toronto Transit Commission’s Yonge-University subway line. The VMC is more than just the transportation hub of our city – it’s a place where both residents and businesses can thrive.
The Holiday hoopla is in full effect, and we’ve put together a comprehensive list of all of the great holiday events you can catch around Vaughan this season!