What's Happening in August 2026
Senior-friendly events across Oakville, Mississauga, Etobicoke & Toronto Midtown – curated monthly by Livia Care.
August is one of the finest months to be outdoors in the Greater Toronto Area. From waterfront concerts to heritage garden tours and farmers' markets, the neighbourhoods we serve are alive with experiences that are meaningful for older adults and their families. Here is our curated guide for August 2026.
Oakville – Eastlake, Morrison/Chartwell, Old Oakville & Bronte Village
Art in the Park | Monday August 3, 10am–5pm | Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park | Over 175 artists exhibiting painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics and jewellery - one of Oakville's most beloved summer traditions. | $10/person or $15 for two
Friday Night Jazz | Every Friday 7–9pm in August | Towne Square, Downtown Oakville | Live jazz in a relaxed, elegant waterfront setting. | Free
Bronte Lake Notes | Every Thursday evening 7pm through September 3 | Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park | Bring a lawn chair and enjoy live music under the sails at Bronte Harbour. | Free
Sunset Socials Music Series | Thursday August 20, 7–8pm | Oakville Museum at Erchless Estate | Outdoor concert on the grounds of one of Oakville's most beautiful heritage properties. | Free
Bronte Farmers' Market | Every Sunday in August, 10am–2pm | Bronte Village | Local produce, artisan goods and community warmth. | Free
Mississauga – Port Credit, Lorne Park & Mineola
Port Credit Historic Walking Tour: “Purchasing Port Credit” | Saturday August 8, 11am | Meet at Port Credit Lighthouse, 105 Lakeshore Rd W | A guided 1.5-hour tour exploring the 200-year-old agreement between the Mississauga Nation and the Crown. Leashed dogs welcome. | Free
Port Credit Historic Walking Tour: “Port Credit's First Suburb” | Saturday August 22, 11am | Meet at Adamson Estate, 850 Enola Ave | A guided 1.5-hour tour of Port Credit's century-old heritage homes. Leashed dogs welcome. | Free
On the Verandah Concert Series | August 7, 14 & 21, 7–8:30pm | Benares Historic House | Elegant outdoor concerts in the garden of a 19th-century heritage estate. | Free (suggested $10 donation)
Lakeview Artisan & Farmers Market | Bi-weekly Sundays 9am–2pm (Aug 2, 16 & 30) | Small Arms Inspection Building, Lakeshore Rd W | 80+ artisan and food vendors steps from Lake Ontario. | Free
A League of Our Own: Mississauga Sports Exhibition | Ongoing through September 6, Thu–Sun 12–4pm | Adamson Estate, 850 Enola Ave, Mississauga | A beautifully curated heritage exhibition celebrating Mississauga's sporting history. | Free
Etobicoke & Toronto West – Long Branch, The Kingsway, Princess-Rosethorn & Humber Valley Village
LUZIA by Cirque du Soleil | Running through August 30 | Under the Big Top, 2150 Lake Shore Blvd W | A dreamlike, visually spectacular journey through the culture and colours of Mexico – one of the most talked-about shows of the summer. | Ticketed
Humber Bay Shores Waterfront Festival | Saturday August 8, 10am–8pm | Marine Parade Drive | Live bands, 40+ artisan vendors, food trucks and a stunning lakefront setting – the biggest community celebration of south Etobicoke's summer. | Free
Arts in Summerlea Park | August 18, 19 & 20, 11am–1pm | Summerlea Park, 450 Albion Rd, Etobicoke | Drop-in art workshops exploring this year's theme of VOICE – music, spoken word, poetry, storytelling and visual arts. All ages, all abilities welcome. | Free
Toronto Midtown – Forest Hill, Rosedale, Lawrence Park, Lytton Park & Casa Loma
Casa Loma Symphony in the Gardens | Monday evenings in August | Casa Loma outdoor gardens | Four themed evenings: Aug 3 (Broadway to Opera), Aug 10 (Classical), Aug 17 (A Love Song to Italy), Aug 24 (Big Band). | $55/person
Music in Suydam Park | Every Saturday 1–3pm in August | Spadina Rd & Coulson Ave, Forest Hill | A beloved neighbourhood tradition: Aug 1 (All Angels Jazz Band), Aug 8 (Big Smoke Brass Band), Aug 15 (The Shuffle Demons), Aug 22 (Roberto Rosenman Quartet), Aug 29 (Duo Boeur Stam). | Free
Movies in the Park at Ramsden Park | Tuesday August 4, 8:30pm | 1020 Yonge St, Rosedale | Dirty Dancing on the big screen under the stars, presented by the Rosedale Main Street BIA. | Free
Eglinton Way Farmers Market | Every Sunday 8am–1pm through October 25 | 125 Burnaby Blvd at Eglinton Ave | Fresh produce, baked goods and artisan finds serving the Lawrence Park, Bedford Park and Lytton Park communities. | Free
Shokkan: Material Encounters in Japanese Art | Ongoing through September 7 | Royal Ontario Museum | A world-class exhibition exploring Japanese craftsmanship through ceramics, textiles, metalwork and lacquerware. | Ticketed
At Livia Care, we believe that a vibrant, connected life at home is one of the greatest gifts we can support. When professional, compassionate care is in place, families are freed to focus on the moments that matter most. To learn more about how Livia Care serves families across these neighbourhoods, visit www.liviacare.ca.
Published by Livia Care | Toronto's Premium Home Care Provider | www.liviacare.ca | Updated monthly.
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