UPCOMING EVENTS
HopFest
April 3 โ 6April 3 โ 6
HopFest

Hop into the springtime fun at HopFest, Vaughan’sย egg-citing celebration! Bring the whole family for a day filled with sweet treats, festive activities, and playful surprises around every corner.
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April 3 โ 6, 2026
๐ 10 AM โ 6 PM
๐๏ธ Admission & Activity Tickets Available for Purchase
What to Expect:
๐ฐ Egg Hunts โ Join the fun and find hidden treasures throughout the garden
๐จ Garden Crafts โ Create colourful keepsakes to take home (Saturday only, while quantities last)
๐ญ Sweet Treats & Eats โ Enjoy delicious snacks and seasonal goodies
๐ Carnival Rides & Games โ Laugh, play, and make magical memories
๐ธ Bunny Photo Ops โ Capture your hoppiest moments with the Easter Bunny
๐๏ธ Vendor Market โ Presented by Toronto Made Market
Costumes and bunny ears encouraged โ smiles guaranteed!
Get your tickets here!
Visit www.hopfest.ca for more information.
Vaughan Ribfest
May 15 โ 18May 15 โ 18
Vaughan Ribfest
Vaughan Ribfest returns for 2026 this Victoria Day Long Weekend โ bigger, bolder, and packed with smoky goodness! ๐ฅ
Presented by Ontario Festival Group, get ready for four days of canโt-miss BBQ and good vibes!
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May 15 to 18, 2026
๐ FRI – SUN: 12 PM โ 10 PM | MON: 12 PM โ 7 PM
๐๏ธ Admission: $5 | Kids 10 & under FREE
What To Expect:
๐ฅฉ Slow-smoked ribs, tender brisket & juicy pulled pork
๐ Flame-grilled chicken & savoury sausages
๐ฆด Giant โDinoโ beef ribs
๐ Crowd-favourite eats like loaded poutines, crispy bloominโ onions & sweet roasted corn
๐ถ High-energy live entertainment
๐ก Thrilling midway rides & classic carnival games for all ages
Show up hungry. Leave satisfied.
Visit www.ribfestx.comย for tickets and more information.
Lucky Lion Night Market
June 12 โ 14June 12 โ 14
Lucky Lion Night Market

Step into the vibrant energy of an Asian night market with Lucky Lion Night Market!
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June 12 to 14, 2025
๐ FRI: 4 PM โ Midnightย |ย SAT: 2 PM โ Midnight |ย SUN: 12 PM โ 8 PM
๐๏ธ FREE ENTRY
What To Expect:
๐ Bold and flavourful street eats
๐ฆ Traditional Lion Dance performances
๐ถ Live entertainment
๐๏ธ Curated artisan market
๐ฏ Interactive games & prize booths
๐ธ Picture-perfect photo ops and displays
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family-friendly atmosphere
Experience the buzz of late-night bites, bright lights, and cultural flair.
Visit www.luckylionnightmarket.ca for more information.
2025
BooFest
October 18 โ 26October 18 โ 26
BooFest
Step right into the spooky world of BooFest, a Halloween celebration that is packed with fun for the whole family! Costume dress up is optional… but fun is mandatory!
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October 18, 19, 25, 26 2025
๐ 10 AM โ 6 PM
๐๏ธ Admission & Ride Tickets Available for Purchase
What to Expect:
๐๏ธ Haunted House โ Enter… if you dare!
๐ฏ Carnival Games & Rides โ Try your luck and enjoy classic midway fun
๐ฌ Tasty Treats โ Indulge in sweet and seasonal bites
๐ธ Photo Opp Moments โ Capture your spooktacular memories
๐ Pumpkin from the Market โ Take home your very own pumpkin
๐ฝ Corn Maze โ Get lost in a field of festive fun
๐๏ธ Vendor Market โ Presented by Toronto Made Market
Join us for a frightfully fun day at BooFest!
Visit www.boofest.ca for tickets and more information.
Screemers
October 10 โ November 1October 10 โ November 1
Screemers
Screemersย is back for the ultimate haunted experience this Halloween! Enter, if you dare, for one the GTA’s most terrifying and immersive Halloween attractions.
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October 10 to November 1, 2025 (select days)
๐ 7 PM โ 12 AM (midnight) (select days)
๐๏ธ General & VIP Tickets Available For Purchase
Step intoย 7 Haunts of Horror,ย each packed with live actors, chilling effects, and nightmares brought to life:
โ๏ธ Medieval Massacre โ Face vengeful knights and plague-ridden spirits.
๐ Halloween Horrors โ Walk through your darkest Halloween nightmares.
โ๏ธ Winter Horrorland โ Meet Krampus, evil Santa, and sinister elves.
๐ช Carnival Carnage โ A twisted carnival where laughter turns to screams.
๐ช Slasher Wax Museum โ Horror movie slashers come to life!
๐ The Darkness โ Navigate total darknessโฆ if you dare.
๐ The Haunted House โ Torontoโs most shocking haunted home.
Plus, enjoy live shows, midway rides, and food & drinks at the Midway of Mayhem โ perfect for catching your breath between scares.
Visit www.screemers.ca for tickets and more information.
VAUGHANSTOCK
September 6September 6
VAUGHANSTOCK
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, culture, and high-energy entertainment – VAUGHANSTOCKย is taking over the city!
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September 6, 2025
๐ 7 PM โ 11 PM
๐๏ธ FREE ENTRY
Hosted by the one and only DBG, VAUGHANSTOCK is a free, one-night cultural exposรฉ spotlighting some of Vaughan’s most talented young artists. From epic live bands performances to side-splitting comedy sets, the night will be packed with non-stop action and creativity.
What To Expect:
๐ถ Headlining Live Bands
๐ค Comedy Acts to keep you laughing between sets
๐ A Curated Euro Car Show Display for automotive enthusiasts
๐ A Mechanical Bull for the daring
๐ Local Italian Food Trucks to satisfy every craving
Come for the music, stay for the food, and experience a night like no other. Let VAUGHANSTOCK show you what this city’s next generation of talent is all about.
Persian Food Festival
August 30 โ September 1August 30 โ September 1
Persian Food Festival
Persian Food Festival, Canada’s biggest Persian celebration is back! Join us this Labour Day Weekend for an unforgettable celebration โ three days of food, music, and culture!
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August 30 to September 1, 2025
๐ 11 AM โ 12 AM (midnight)
๐๏ธ FREE ENTRY before 6 PM | Kids under 12 and seniors FREE ENTRY ALL DAY
What To Expect:
๐ด Persian & international dishes from top vendors
๐ต Live performances by top artists & DJs
๐ญ Traditional shows & entertainment for all ages
Visit www.shiermedia.com for more information.
Lucky Lion Night Market
July 11 โ 13July 11 โ 13
Lucky Lion Night Market
Experience the magic of Asian night markets at Assembly Park withย Lucky Lion Night Market!
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July 11 to 13, 2025
๐ FRI: 4 PM โ Midnightย |ย SAT: 2 PM โ Midnight |ย SUN: 12 PM โ 8 PM
๐๏ธ FREE ENTRY
What To Expect:
๐ Sizzling street food galore
๐ฆ Lion dance performances
๐ถ Live entertainment
๐๏ธ Artisan market
๐ฏ Games & prize booths
๐ธ Instagram-worthy moments and installations
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Family-friendly atmosphere
Donโt miss one of Vaughanโs most anticipated cultural events of the year!
Visit www.luckylionnightmarket.ca for more information.
Vaughan International Music Festival
July 4 โ 5July 4 โ 5
Vaughan International Music Festival
VIMF 2025 is Back โ Bigger and Bolder!
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June 28 to 29, 2025
๐ 4 PM โ 11 PM (both days)
๐๏ธ FREE ENTRY
Get ready for the 4th Annual Vaughan International Music Festival (VIMF) โ York Regionโs premier celebration of music, culture, and diversity!
Join thousands of festival-goers for two unforgettable days of:
๐ถ Live music from sensational local & international talent
๐ Cultural dance performances & workshops
๐ Delicious global cuisine
๐ท Beer & wine garden
๐จ Family-friendly fun & activities
๐ข Mark your calendars and stay tuned for artist announcements and exciting surprises! Let the rhythms of the world move you at #VIMF2025!
Visit www.myvimf.com for more information.
Asado
June 28 โ 29June 28 โ 29
Asado
Canadaโs biggest Asado fest is coming to Assembly Park
Presented by Copa Cabana & ย Toronto Latinos, get ready for 2 days of sizzling grills, Latin beats, and unforgettable vibes!
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June 28 & 29, 2025
๐ 12 PM โ 11 PM (both days)
๐๏ธ FREE ENTRY before 6 PM | All Ages Welcomed | Registration Required
What To Expect:
๐ A vibrant cultural marketplace with 40+ Latin vendors
๐ถ Non-stop Latin music & live entertainment
๐ฅ Authentic Asado cuisine grilled by top chefs
๐ฅฉ Copa Cabanaโone of Canadaโs top steakhousesโis taking the lead on food!
๐ฉดย The FIRST-EVER Chancla Throwing Contest
๐บ Dancing, drinks, and an electric community vibe
Visit www.torontolatinos.com for your complimentary tickets and more information.
Stuffed Food Festival
June 21 โ 22June 21 โ 22
Stuffed Food Festival
ย Get Ready for a Feast of Flavours, Fun & Everything Stuffed!
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June 21 to 22, 2025
๐ SAT: 12 PM โ 11 PMย |ย SUN: 12 PM โ 8 PM
๐๏ธ FREE ENTRY
What To Expect:
๐ฝ๏ธ Over 25 delicious food vendors serving up mouthwatering eats
๐๏ธ A local vendor market featuring unique finds and handmade goods
๐ Live entertainment all day, including:
โ๐จโ๐ณ Food demos from top local chefs
โ๐ง Interactive kidsโ culinary workshops
โ๐ฅ Food-eating contests with big bragging rights!
Donโt miss the Live Import & Classic Car Show & Shine!ย
๐๐ Prizes awarded for the hottest rides on display!
Come hungry, come curious, and come ready for an unforgettable day at Stuffed Food Festival!
Visit www.tickets.celebratevaughan.com for your complimentary tickets and more information.
And don’t forget to check out Celebrate Vaughan’s Instagram
Vaughan International Film Festival
June 16 โ 18June 16 โ 18
Vaughan International Film Festival
Ger ready for an unforgettable night of global storytelling at the 13th edition of the Vaughan International Film Festival!ย
Featuring the best student short films from 10 different high schools across the province of Ontario, and the best international short films selected by VFF.
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June 16 to 18, 2025
๐ Doors Open: 6 PMย |ย Screenings Begin: 7 PM
๐๏ธ Tickets Available For Purchase!
What To Expect:
๐ฅ Cinematic masterpieces of short films
๐ฟ Complimentary treats & soft drinks during the screening
Lights, camera, celebration!
Visit www.vaughanfilmfestival.com for tickets and information.
Spring Love Festival
June 14June 14
Spring Love Festival
Attention Freestyle Fans! Get readyโ Stevie B is bringing his all-new Spring Love Freestyle Music Festivalย to Vaughan, Ontario!
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June 14, 2025
๐ 4PM โ 11 PM
๐๏ธ General & VIP Tickets Available For Purchase!
Experience an unforgettable night of live performances featuring:
๐ Stevie B
๐ Rockell
๐ Cynthia
๐ Johnny O
๐ Vaughanโs own Elissa and Zoe
๐ And for the first time ever in Vaughan: Freestyle, Jaya, and Nice and Wild
๐ค Hosted by the legendary Tony Monaco and Z103.5
๐ง With DJs Smash and Oldskool spinning classic vinyl all night long!
Donโt miss the BIGGEST Freestyle event in Canadian historyโa night of pure nostalgia, high energy, and unforgettable music!
Visit www.springlovemusicfestival.com for tickets and more information.
Vaughan Ribfest
May 16 โ 19May 16 โ 19
Vaughan Ribfest
Vaughan Ribfest 2025ย is back this Victoria Day Long Weekend โ and it’s bringing the BBQ heat!
Presented by Ontario Festival Group, join us for four days of finger-lickinโ fun!
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May 16 to 19, 2025
๐ FRI – SUN: 12 PM โ 10 PM | MON: 12 PM โ 7 PM
๐๏ธ Admission: $5ย |ย Kids 10 & under FREE
๐ Free Parkingย |ย ๐พ Pet Friendlyย |ย ๐ค Free Concerts with Admission
What To Expect:
๐ฅฉ Smoked Ribs, Brisket & Pulled Pork
๐ BBQ Chicken & Sausages
๐ฆด Massive “Dino” Beef Ribs
๐ Festival eats like Bloomin’ Onions, Poutines, Roasted Corn & more
๐ป Ice-cold beer to top it off!
๐ถ Live Entertainment
๐ก Plus: Midway rides & carnival games for the whole fam!
Come hungry. Leave happy. #VaughanRibfest2025
Visit www.ribfestx.com/event/vaughan-ribfest-2025/ย for tickets and more information.
Easter Hopfest
April 18 โ 21April 18 โ 21
Easter Hopfest
Mark your calendars for Easter Hopfest! Families can start a new tradition at this special event where Easter magic comes alive, bringing friends and family together for a hopping good time.
What To Do:
- Easter egg hunts โ Ready, set, scramble! Find hidden treasures and sweet surprises
- Easter bunny photo ops โ Snap a pic with the fluffiest VIP in town
- Rides and games โ Thrills, spills and plenty of prizes to win
- Shoppable market โ Browse 15-plus local vendors at the York Region Mom Market
Get your ride tickets here!
Bunny ears are optional โ but fun is required!
Visit www.easterhopfest.com for more information.
2024
Vaughan International Music Festival
August 23 โ 24August 23 โ 24
Vaughan International Music Festival
The VIMF, Established As The 1st International Music Festival In The City Of Vaughan And York Region, Celebrates Diversity, Culture And Inclusiveness Through Music. The Festival Showcases A Wide Range Of Musical Genres, Including Pop, Hip-Hop, Rock, Classical, Jazz And World Music, And Features Performances By Both Established And Emerging Artists.
A Key Objective Is To Support Young, Local, Aspiring Artists By Providing A Platform To Showcase Talent And Gain Exposure. The VIMF Has Created A Scholarship Program To Help Provide Funding Support To Young Artists.
The VIMF Aims To Promote Cultural Exchange And Understanding By Bringing Together Musicians And Audiences From Different Backgrounds And Communities. The Festival Continues To Be A Major Tourism Attraction That Draws Visitors From Across The Region And Beyond, Providing Significant Economic Boosts To Vaughanโs Downtown And Local Businesses.
The Creative Mind Exhibition
July 6July 6
The Creative Mind Exhibition
The Creative Mind is an Art Exhibition that was first hosted in Vaughan, Ontario in 2023. Co-founders, Madeline Rose Fiore and Rebekah Rizzo developed the creative mind when working on a short film together and realizing the importance of having a creative community to help lead and inspire each other.
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Their mission is to provide a platform for artists to showcase their talent and courageously share their work alongside others. They aim to inspire and uplift others through their passion and creativity, knowing that if they can ignite the spark of inspiration in at least one person, their efforts are meaningful and worthwhile.
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This yearโs event will be taking place on Saturday, July 6th from 6 pm-11 pm at Assembly Parkย
Explore Your Garden with YRFN and VMC Library
July 6July 6
Explore Your Garden with YRFN and VMC Library
Explore the local community garden and learn how you can get involved to grow your own herbs & vegetables!
Saturday July 6, 10:30am (1h long), meet at Assembly Park Garde
Please note we will be meeting at Assembly Park Garden for this walk. This program is done in partnership with Assembly Park and YRFN. A limited number of Nature Backpacks will be available on-site for customers to checkout with their Vaughan Public Libraries card. All ages are welcome! There will also be nature-themed activities available for younger children. Children are required to have adult supervision. To ensure the comfort and enjoyment of the program for all participants we kindly ask that pets stay at home or explore the space independently. This program will take place outdoors (weather permitting), so wear comfortable shoes and appropriate outerwear. Don’t forget to bring water!
Dance Workshops
July 6July 6
Dance Workshops
Bollywood 101 Workshop
Saturday, July 6 ยท 12 – 1pm
Join Karishma Mansingani in this super fun workshop! Bollywood dancing comes from the Indian film industry and incorporates traditional Indian and Bhangra folk dance with Hip Hop, Jazz, Latin and Bellydance styles. It is energetic, expressive and so much fun! No prior dance experience necessary, pre-registration required. Bring the whole family!
Line Dance 101 Workshop
Saturday, July 6 ยท 1 – 2pm
Join Rhea Daniels and learn basic steps and dance sequences to Pop, R&B, and Country music that you can take to the next wedding, a barbecue or a house party. Line dancing is a fun and social way to stay active. No prior dance experience is necessary. Online registration required (one per person). Pricing includes HST.
This class is free for participants, thanks to the generous support of Assembly Park and York Region Arts Council. Enjoy food trucks and a local artisan market before or after class!
Please visit https://www.dancetogetherproject.com/classes-vaughan to book your free class.
Dance Workshops
June 29June 29
Dance Workshops
Line Dance 101 Workshop
Saturday, June 29 ยท 12 – 12:45pm
Join Rhea Daniels and learn basic steps and dance sequences to Pop, R&B, and Country music that you can take to the next wedding, a barbecue or a house party. Line dancing is a fun and social way to stay active. No prior dance experience is necessary. Online registration required (one per person). Pricing includes HST.
Partner Dance 101 Workshop
Saturday, June 29 ยท 1 – 2pm
Join Dance Together Project founder Katya Kuznetsova in this fun and practical introduction to partner dancing overall. Great as an intro to wedding dance or a fun date activity. Yes, it will help you with your two left feet, and more! No prior experience necessary. Online registration required (each partner must register).
Bollywood 101 Workshop
Saturday, June 29 ยท 2 – 2:45pm
Join Karishma Mansingani in this super fun workshop! Bollywood dancing comes from the Indian film industry and incorporates traditional Indian and Bhangra folk dance with Hip Hop, Jazz, Latin and Bellydance styles. It is energetic, expressive and so much fun! No prior dance experience necessary, pre-registration required. Bring the whole family!
This class is free for participants, thanks to the generous support of Assembly Park and York Region Arts Council. Enjoy food trucks and an artisan market before or after class!
Please visit https://www.dancetogetherproject.com/classes-vaughan to book your free class.
Vaughan International Film Festival
June 17 โ 19June 17 โ 19
Vaughan International Film Festival
Theย 11th Vaughan International Film Festival (VFF)ย launches itsย 2024 editionย with theย Student Screening at Assembly Park on June 17, showcasingย 18 short filmsย created by high school students from across Ontario. During the event,ย three finalistsย will be announced and awardedย Lumix camera equipment, followed by aย networking sessionย with industry professionals.
As aย not-for-profit organizationย near Toronto, VFF is dedicated to advancing the short film industry throughย screenings, scholarships, and educational events. The festival serves as a vital platform for emerging and established filmmakers, drawing an audience ofย over 20,000 attendeesย each year.
The full lineup can be found at vaughanfilmfestival.comย and tickets can beย purchased here.
Food Truck’N Fridays
June 14 โ September 27June 14 โ September 27
Food Truck’N Fridays
Food TruckโN Friday is a once a week celebration every Friday from 5-8 p.m.
Food TruckโN Friday has found a new home for the summer. The hugely popular food truck event series, which ran weekly from 2015 to 2022 in the GTA is back this summer at Assembly Park.
The expansive public space, located close to countless retail and transit connections, will feature a daily assembly of Torontoโs best food trucks from June 7 to Sept. 27, 2024. As part of this summer series, Food TruckโN Friday will be bringing its unique concept that combines food truck eats, artisans and entertainment to the park on every Friday.
โFood TruckโN Friday at Assembly Park is tapped to become a hot new summer destination for the Greater Toronto Area,โ says Jason Bellissimo, Founder of Food TruckโN Friday and Principal at J.B. Innovative Solutions Inc. โYouโll find all the things you loved about Food TruckโN Friday in Etobicoke at our new home in Vaughan, and more!ย With our amazing partners at Assembly Park, weโre working on plenty of surprises that will bring the community together and make Food TruckโN Friday the go-to spot for delicious eats and family fun.โ
For more information, follow @foodtrucknevents on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
SUMMER DANCE ASSEMBLY with the Dance Together Project
June 8June 8
SUMMER DANCE ASSEMBLY with the Dance Together Project
To celebrate a fantastic first season ofย Dance Together Residenciesย and community dance workshop programming in partnership withย Assembly Parkย andย York Region Arts Council, we welcome you at the Summer Dance Assembly on June 8th, 2024.
Join us for a special event,ย co-curated by dance artistsย Katya Kuznetsovaย andย Mellisa Hart. Weโll be offering FREE community dance and visual art workshops as well as dance performances featuring local dance artists. Meet some of the artists that are part of theย Dance Together Residencies, try Bolly Yoga, Graffiti Art, Line Dance, Hip Hop and Bharatanayam and enjoy dance performances in Salsa, Bharatanatyam, Hip Hop, Mexican Folklore, Bollywood and more!
When: June 8, 2024, 10 am – 3 pm
Where: Assembly Park (indoor and outdoor), 80 Interchange Way, Vaughan
Cost: FREE
Open to ages and levels. Please register to secure your spot.
Schedule of Events:
10 am – Bolly Yoga with Ashima Suri/Limitless Productions
11 am – Graffiti Workshop with Jessey Pacho/Phade Creative Inc.ย (visual art)
11 am – Line Dance with Rhea Daniels
12 pm – Dance Performances byย KREATIVE IN DANCE STYLES,ย Raga Mohanraj, Ofrenda (Mexican Folklore Dance),ย Mel Hartย &ย Neena Jayarajan,ย Karishma Mansinghaniย andย Soul 2 Sole Latin Dance Co.!
1 pm – Bharatanatyam 101 withย Neena Jayarajan
2 pm – Hip Hop withย Mel Hart
Registered participants can attend any or all of the workshops. Come dance together with us!
Vaughan Ribfestย
May 17 โ 20May 17 โ 20
Vaughan Ribfestย
The 2nd Annual Vaughan Ribfestย will take place at the outdoor event grounds at Assembly Park Vaughan convenient for all surrounding communities.
Produced by Ontario Festival Group we are bringing 5 of North Americaโs Best Rib Teams coming from Daytona Beach, Florida, Brewton, Alabama, Castleberry, Alabama, Fort Erie, Ontario and London, Ontario. These โPitmastersโ are ready to serve you and your friends Award-Winning Mouth-Watering BBQ Smoked Ribs. There will be a variety of festival foods like mini-donuts, roasted corn, poutines, funnel cakes and of course to wash it all down nice cold beer.
There will be plenty of activities including a Spectacular Midway, Carnival Games, Marketplace, Artisans, Rib Eating Contest and moreโฆ Watch Live Music all weekend long featuring amazing Tributes to Bob Marley, ACDC The Hip plus local bands.
Follow Us @VaughanRibfest
Vaughan’s Summer Lineup
March 21March 21
Vaughan’s Summer Lineup
Get ready for an unforgettable summer with Vaughan’s Summer Lineup, proudly presented by the Vaughan International Film Festival and Tourism Vaughan. This event is a golden opportunity for local events and attractions to shine by presenting their exciting summer programming to the community.
Hear from these events and attractions in the presentation area and connect with them afterwards at their promotional booths or in the networking hub.
VFF will be culminating the event by announcing our festival dates, locations, and highly anticipated international and student film lineups, so don’t miss out!
Let’s come together, celebrate the vibrancy of Vaughan, and make lasting connections that will elevate our community spirit.
Dance Together Open Studio
January 27January 27
Dance Together Open Studio
As part of Dance Togetherโs new 2024 season, they will be hosting several Open Studio events at Assembly Park. The first one is on January 27th, featuring community dance workshops in Line Dance, Bollywood, Bachata, Vogue, and Waltz. All workshops are pay-what-you-can and open to all ages, levels, and abilities. Community members are invited to experience any or all of the workshops, which will be part of the ongoing dance programmingย starting in February 2024.
Location: Assembly Park Studios, 80 Interchange Way, Vaughan
11 am Line Dance 101 with Rhea Daniels
12 pm Bachata 101 with Katya Kuznetsova
1 pm Bollywood 101 with Karishma Mansingani
4-6 pm Vogue 101 with Danah Rosales
6 pm Waltz 101 with Katya Kuznetsova
7 pm Dance Film Watch Party!
2023
Screemers
October 7 โ 31October 7 โ 31
Screemers
Screemers, Torontoโs original haunted attraction.
Screemersย is a pay one price event, which includes all 7 haunted walk through mazes featuring over 120 liveย actors.
To Enhance your stay, Screemers offers unlimited rides on the Midway of Madness, along with a Food Truck Eatery area to satisfy your hunger pains.
Rain is not an issue. Screemers Festival area will be housed under a Huge 15,000 Square foot open tent, featuring our realistic props, and stage shows to keep you entertained along with the fully licensedย Vampire Lounge.
October 7-9, 13-16, 20-23 and 25-31, 2023
The Social Market
August 12August 12
The Social Market
The Social Market will be taking place in Toronto, ON! This will be our 3rd Toronto pop up, and we canโt wait to show off our new upgrades!
The first 20 shoppers in line will be receiving a FREE canvas TSM tote, full of goodies! Shoppers can expect lots of music, live food from Lesher Kitchen, on-site tooth gem kits and applications from Lab Aesthetics and much more!
Barkada Day Market
July 30July 30
Barkada Day Market
Barkada Day Market is at Assembly Park this summer season!
Come out and enjoy 3 days of shopping, live music & delicious food while supporting Filipino & Asian-owned businesses.
Barkada Night Market
July 22July 22
Barkada Night Market
Barkada Night Market is at Assembly Park this summer season!
Come out and enjoy 3 days of shopping, live music & delicious food while supporting Filipino & Asian-owned businesses.
Urban Makers Market
July 16July 16
Urban Makers Market
The Urban Maker’s Market is back and we’ve partnered up withย @assemblyparkvmcย to bring you an EPIC summer market from July 15th to 16th!
Join us for a 2 day event of shopping & fun at the awesome Assembly Park, the soul of the VMC! We’ll have 60+ vendors to shop from, food trucks, drinks, live music, activities for the whole family and so much more!
More of a night Owl? We’ve got you covered! Pop by for our first ever NIGHT MARKET.
The first 30 guests in line get a swag bag PACKED with local goodies from our vendors and sponsors, you won’t want to miss it so come early!
Urban Makers Night Market
July 15July 15
Urban Makers Night Market
The Urban Maker’s Market is back and we’ve partnered up withย @assemblyparkvmcย to bring you an EPIC summer market from July 15th to 16th!
Join us for a 2 day event of shopping & fun at the awesome Assembly Park, the soul of the VMC! We’ll have 60+ vendors to shop from, food trucks, drinks, live music, activities for the whole family and so much more!
More of a night Owl? We’ve got you covered! Pop by for our first ever NIGHT MARKET.
The first 30 guests in line get a swag bag PACKED with local goodies from our vendors and sponsors, you won’t want to miss it so come early!
Block Party
May 27 โ 28May 27 โ 28
Block Party
WHEN:
Saturday, May 27: 10:00am-11:00pm and Sunday, May 28: 10:00am-7:00pm
WHERE:
80 Interchange Way, Vaughan
ADMISSION:
Entrance to the event is free. Vendors will charge for goods/services individually.
ATTRACTIONS:
Food Trucks
Artisan Marketplace
Flower Market
Classes/Workshops: Fitness, Art, Beekeeping, Gardening
Live Music
Giveaways
Woof-A-Palooza Tent
Film screening
ACTIVITIES:
For a complete list of event activities, pleaseย click here.
CALL FOR VENDORS:
If youโre a local maker, craftsperson, or entrepreneur who is looking to feature your work to the Vaughan community, look no further than the Assembly Park Block Party! For more information, please email [email protected].
2022
VFF – Seminar Series
September 25 โ October 2September 25 โ October 2
VFF – Seminar Series
VFFโs Inspiring Future Filmmakers seminar series is back, this time in-person at The Studios at Assembly Park!
Four seminars will be presented over two days this fall, each exploring a range of topics with speakers who are directly immersed in the industry. The seminars will include guided Q&Aโs with the speakers, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities.
VFF โ Shortcuts Films
September 23 โ October 1September 23 โ October 1
VFF โ Shortcuts Films
Established in 2013, this exciting multi-day event proudly showcases both local and international talent at all levels. Audiences are presented with multi-genre short films, offering an ideal opportunity for independent and budding film creators to put forth their work.
CariVaughan Reggae Fest and Taste the Caribbean
August 13 โ 14August 13 โ 14
CariVaughan Reggae Fest and Taste the Caribbean
CariVaughan Reggae Splash is a 2-day outdoor music festival featuring live dancers, local Canadian musicians and international reggae artists. This festival is for us to come together to share our one love for the different sounds of reggae music. Reggae music was born in Jamaica however it has expanded to Afro, Latin, and Asian countries as well as the โAmericasโ rap. We look forward to presenting the different interpretations of reggae music!
Taste the Caribbean (TTC) will be the ultimate Caribbean 2022 2-day outdoor Culinary Tasting Experience. In showcasing 25 Caribbean Chefs from the BIPOC communities, TTC will consist of a 4-Course menu and Drink tasting experience. Patrons will pre-load a branded wristband with a dollar amount to pay for items they want to taste individually within the meal course area.
Each menu course area will feature 3-5 chefs with one chef from the BIPOC communities. Each Chef will curate one mouth-watering food/drink item for their station, specifically for the course of the meal and drink. Patrons will stroll through the different mapped course areas to enjoy the smell, sight and taste of the 15 dishes curated for the 4-Course meal and drink experience.
Brunch โ Saturday, August 13, 2022, and Sunday, August 14, 2022
Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Dinner โ Saturday, August 13, 2022, and possibly Sunday, August 14, 2022
Time: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Colours | J’Ouvert Night
July 29July 29
Colours | J’Ouvert Night
This will be the SAME Jโouvert concert experience with our signature INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS and DJS colouring the stage. However, you can expect MORE POWDER, MORE WATER and MORE ENERGY when we see you on Friday, July 29, 2022 for COLOURS – JOUVERT NIGHT.
Featuring:
Patrice Roberts & Ricardo Drue
Assembly Park
80 Interchange Way,
Concord, ON L4K 5W3
Doors Open at 6:00PM | Show starts at 8:30PM | Event Concludes at 12:00AM
19+ Event | Rain or Shine | Free Parking On Site
Mashup Pon di Road
July 19July 19
Mashup Pon di Road
Fusing raucous humour with whip-smart cultural critique, MASHUP PON DI ROAD pokes fun at the constraints of the patriarchy, the expectations of womanhood, and the end of the world as we know it. through a series of vignettes and songs, two ringmasters and their band of colourful misfits rum punch up at the ruling class, giving you a funhouse mirror look at the sheer absurdity of dis oppressive world. the path to liberation sparkles with laughter. letโs get unruly.
Touching road summer 2022.
Tickets are free – register your spot with the link below – come one, come all!
Welcome to di circus!
Community Preview: July 19, 2022, gates at 8 p.m. / show at 9 p.m. @ Assembly Park – 80 Interchange Way – Sponsored by QuadReal Property Group
Nights of Lights
January 2January 2
Nights of Lights
We are so excited to be hosting Nights of Lights and Holiday Fair in the Square at Assembly Park! Get ready for one of the most enchanting holiday experiences in the GTA. Attractions include an artisan marketplace, a holiday midway, food trucks and gourmet food vendors, a polar point bar and much more!
Admission for Holiday Fair in the Square is FREE! Tickets are required for the Nights of Lights walk through. The event opens on November 26th and runs until January 2nd, 2022.
2021
Screemers
October 8October 8
Screemers
Searching for the perfect Halloween plans? Assembly Park has you covered. Experience the 7 haunts โ Carnivale of Carnage, Winter Horrorland, Zombie Prizon, Skull Castle, the Darkness, The Haunted House, Slasher Wax Museum. If you need a break from the horrors of the haunts, or just want calm your nerves before testing your meddle in one, come enjoy some BLOODY good drinks in our fully licenced VAMPIRE LOUNGE that serves a delicious variety of liquid courage, the lounge is a canโt miss! Grab your bravest friends and experience #livethefear at Canada’s spookiest screem park.
From October 8 – 31, 2021.
VFF
September 3September 3
VFF
The Vaughan International Film Festival is a 5-day event that proudly showcases both local and international talent of multi-genre short films. Now in its 10th edition, the festival continues to offer a platform for independent creators to share their films and further excel within the industry. Between the festival week, promotional events and unique screenings, filmmakers have the opportunity to reach an audience of over 19,000 people. Submit your film today!
Learn more at vaughanfilmfestival.com.
Inaugural Art Show
August 20August 20
Inaugural Art Show
The Studios at Assembly Park is proud to present 27 pieces of artwork by 13 talented local artistsโincluding show curator Stefano Bove @stefanobove_art. The show will run every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening from 6pm – 10pm, August 20 – September 26, 2021. The closing ceremony will be held on the last day where the show winners will be announced.
2020
Nights of Lights
November 26November 26
Nights of Lights
Discover an immersive experience like none other, featuring over 1,000,000 LED lights animated and synchronized to your favourite holiday tunes. Nights of Lights is the must-see walk-thru event of the Holiday season for all ages. This dazzling light display is the first of its kind in Canada and only happens once a year!
