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There are a ton of exciting and budget-friendly activities to do all winter long in Mississauga. Here are some of our favourites.
1. Festival of Trees
Celebrate the season at the 5th annual Festival of Trees! Enjoy sparkling lights, creative tree displays, artisan and culinary markets, workshops, live entertainment, and more. This is also the perfect spot to find that special gift for that special someone.
Where: Small Arms Inspection Building (1352 Lakeshore Rd E, Mississauga, ON L5E 1E9)
When: December 12th-14th, 2025
Price: Pay-what-you-can
Category: Family-friendly
2. Mississauga’s Largest Outdoor Skating Rink
Skate at Mississauga’s largest outdoor skating rink this season. Plus, there will be on-site equipment rentals, food trucks, and cozy heated patios sponsored by Visit Mississauga.
Where: Celebration Square (300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 3C1)
When: All winter long
Price: Free admission (skate rentals for a fee)
Category: Family-friendly
3. Visit Santa at Gingerbread Lane
Step into the holiday magic at Square One and visit Santa at Gingerbread Lane for a truly unforgettable family experience. Make sure to visit and snap some photos with Santa. Don’t forget to book ahead.
Where: Square One Shopping Centre (100 City Centre Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 2C9)
When: Until December 24th, 2025
Price: Prices start at $34.99 for digital images
Category: Family-friendly
4. NYE 2026
Ring in the new year at Mississauga Celebration Square. Enjoy performances from East2West, CMAGIC5, and DJ Alex Kade, delicious food, a confetti countdown (for kids) and a spectacular fireworks finale to ring in 2026.
Where: Celebration Square (300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 3C1)
When: December 31st, 2025 (Starts at 8 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
5. Scotties Tournament of Hearts
Watch the nation’s top female curlers battle for the national championship, and soak in the electric atmosphere throughout the venue, including the Patch, a lively hub featuring nonstop food, drinks, games, live entertainment, and more.
Where: Paramount Fine Foods Centre (5500 Rose Cherry Pl, Mississauga, ON L4Z 4B6)
When: January 23rd-February 1st, 2026
Price: Tickets start at $36 for a single draw
Category: Family-friendly
6. APIK Mississauga
Made possible by Visit Mississauga, APIK Mississauga returns for another year. Watch as the top international snowboarders and skiers compete for cash prizes on a custom-built snowpark in Celebration Square. The free event also features DJ sets, games, snowskate demos, food trucks, and vendors.
Where: Celebration Square (300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 3C1)
When: January 30th-February 1st, 2026
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
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