As we head into the Victoria Day long weekend, your events list this week has fireworks, art, music, film, museums and racing cars! Lots to choose from in and around the area so scroll down to find out what’s on in Markham – May 18th – 24th!
View a collection of artwork from the North End Girls, an artist collective of 8 female artists. Original paintings, drawings and sculptures to admire and purchase.
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All ages are welcome to come sing your heart out or rock. Sign up starts at 4:30 PM
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Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll when he learns that he has burnt through eight of his nine lives. Puss sets out on an epic journey to find the mythical Last Wish and restore his nine lives.
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Victoria Day Fireworks is the kickoff of the Town’s summer events. Come join us to celebrate Victoria Day in Memorial Park. Enjoy food trucks, entertainment and a spectacular fireworks show. Memorial Park is at Burkholder Street and Park Drive. This accessible event has plenty of parking available in nearby parking lots at the Leisure Centre and Across from Latcham Hall. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.
For more details click here. Price: FREE
Come and discover what’s new at your Museum as we explore and celebrate Stouffville’s local heritage at this FREE event in celebration of International Museum Day.
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Here is a sample list of just some of the events provided by Markham Libraries,
Scroll down for the link to the rest of the details on the Markham Library site. You can filter down to your choice of nearby libraries, type of event etc to find the events that suit you!
For more details click here. Price: FREE
7:10 p.m. Prélude: pre-concert recital. Sophia Wang, violinist
7:20 p.m. Pre-concert talk. Rodney Gray, KSO Principal Flutist.
Intermission discussion and Q&A with Michael Berkovsky and The Classical 96.3 FM radio personality
Daniel Vnukowski.
For more details click here. Price: from $15
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Canada’s Wonderland will present its spectacular fireworks display when the Park closes at 10:00 PM (weather permitting). Spend your day enjoying our 200 attractions, including our 18 roller coasters and then settle in for an explosive fireworks display.
Each of our fireworks shows has a unique, custom-design set to an original soundtrack that you won’t find anywhere else in Toronto! It’s a great way to end a fun day at the park.
More than 375 people-hours go into designing and mounting the show, with 11 separate firing positions and 1,800 firing cues creating a spectacular display above the park skyline and our iconic Wonder Mountain.
For approximately 15 minutes, you’ll witness more than 6,000 colourful explosions, reaching heights of over 800 feet, which is sure to ignite thrills for guests of all ages.
Please note that the fireworks start at approximately 10:00 PM. Certain rides are subject to close early on these dates.
For more details click here. Price: free with admission.
The Castrol Victoria Day SpeedFest kicks-off Canadian Tire Motorsport Park’s 2023 major event season with the NASCAR Pinty’s Series featured on track and fireworks lighting up the sky at this holiday weekend classic.
The schedule includes races in the Sports Car Championship Canada presented by Michelin, Emzone Radical Cup Canada presented by Michelin, and the Super Production Challenge.
The featured eBay Motors 200, round two of the NASCAR Pinty’s Series, goes Sunday afternoon.
There’s plenty of off-track excitement for race fans of all ages to enjoy, including interactive displays, vendors, food, the Beer Garden, and live music Saturday night in the CTMP Marketplace, while the Canadian Tire Fun Zone serves up fun activities for families with younger kids.
The CTMP Merchandise Trailer, located near the paddock restaurant area, is THE place to get your officially licensed CTMP gear and other must-have merchandise and souvenirs.
Don’t miss the race team paddock, located in the infield. This is your chance to get up close to all the team transporters, races cars, crews and drivers when they’re not on track competing. Watch and listen for announcements about driver autograph sessions held by some of the series.
Access to the CTMP Marketplace, The Canadian Tire Fun Zone and the race team paddock is all included with your event ticket purchase.
A special highlight is our traditional Victoria Day fireworks display Saturday night. Launched at dusk from Corner 1, the fireworks show is a spectacular celebration for your first long weekend of the summer.
For more details click here. Price from $35.40
Once Upon a Time…
Black Creek Pioneer Village transformed into a fantasyland of magic, wonder, and excitement. Be transported to a storybook realm, with adventure around every corner. Meet colourful characters and take part in fairy-tale fun. Dance at a fairytale ball, and then stumble into a swashbuckling pirate adventure.
Explore the royal castle and become a knight of the realm, then test your skills at our Wonderland Carnival Games. Be entranced by lively storytelling and a traditional puppet show.
Get creative with whimsical crafts; then, at the Academy of Fairies, learn all about making dreams come true!
For more details click here. Price: from $12
There are over 19 heritage buildings from 1810-1920, charming gardens, and orchards in the village — it is like stepping into a time machine but with a quirky twist!
If this is your first time, you can explore the village on a self-guided tour using the booklet or downloading audio tours.
There are two incredible options for your audio tour. Strap on your headphones and embark on a self-guided audio adventure to the Roaring 1920s. Learn about Pickering’s jamming music scene and how prohibition created a thriving bootlegging business. It’s like being in The Great Gatsby, minus the drama and flapper dresses.
Prefer a different era? Join Nellie, the ultimate time-travelling companion, as she transports you back 170 years to Pickering’s 1850s Boom.
If you are a frequent visitor, here’s a rundown of all the experiences offered this summer:
Another incredible tour offered by the museum staff is the Waterfront Ghost Walk where ghost ships, true crime stories, and supernatural encounters await. Led by expert guides, this eerie tour will leave you with goosebumps and maybe a fear of the dark.
For more details click here. Price: from $7.50
Adil Esmail
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416-930-0411
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Toronto