Sauga Arts HUB

Jungle Book
2026-02-16 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts Dr, Mississauga, Ontario, Mississauga, Canada
The classic Mowgli stories burst to life using spectacular video, shadow-play, and original music. Jungle Book will transport you from Mowgli’s childhood with the wolves, tigers, and elephants of India, to our urban jungle today. The hit show delves into themes of belonging, and our relationship to the animal kingdom.
Please note: This show is an original adaptation of stories from Rudyard Kipling with all new music and visuals. It is not “Disney’s the Jungle Book” and will not feature songs or imagery from that – or any other – Jungle Book productions.
The Living Arts Centre will also feature a host of FREE drop-in creative activities.
Click here to learn more and register.

Family Day Candle Craft & Create
2026-02-16 15:00 - 18:00 | Luxe Convention Centre, 5787 Hurontario St, Mississauga, Ontario, L5R 4B4, Canada
Celebrate Family Day with a Fun Candle-Making Experience! Create scented candles together and take home your handmade creations.
Happening as part of GATHER: Family Day at the Luxe Convention Centre. Workshop runs from 3-6 PM.
Click here to reserve your spot.

Seniors & Youth Connect – Empowering Generations Through Movement
2026-02-17 04:30 - 18:00 | Creditvale Mills, 1555 S Parade Ct #1535, Mississ
Join Studio.89 for an 8-week journey of fun, creativity, and intergenerational connections with their Seniors & Youth Connect program!
They are now accepting applicants for Cohort 2 of their Empowering Generations Through Movement series.
Happening every Tuesday from Jan 13th – Feb 17, 4:30-6:00pm.
Located at 1535-1555 South Parade Court
Weekly activities + an exciting field trip!
First come, first serve.
To register, email us your full name, phone number, and email, and indicate which cohort you’d like to join.
Please note: You may register for only one cohort to ensure everyone has a chance to participate.
Contact: syc@studio89.org

Shifting Forms Opening Reception – Visual Arts Mississauga
2026-02-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Visual Arts Mississauga, 4170 Riverwood Park Ln, Mississauga, Ontario, L5C 2S7, Canada
An annual juried exhibition featuring emerging artists (18–29) from across the GTHA, Shifting Forms highlights bold, experimental work that challenges traditional approaches to art. You can expect interactive pieces, new media, and works that rethink how we engage with material, space, and each other.Co-curated by VAM’s Creative Residents @vamresidency, this exhibition brings forward the next wave of artists who are redefining contemporary practice.Enjoy free refreshments, live performances, and the chance to meet the artists behind the work. February 20th | 7:00PM – 9:00PM Visual Arts Mississauga | 4170 Riverwood Park Ln, Mississauga

ROM at the Library: The Travelling Lens – How We See and Photograph the World
2026-02-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Streetsville Library, 112 Queen Street South, Mississauga, ON, L5M 1K8, Canada
Join us for ROM at the Library, a series where museum exhibits and objects spark meaningful dialogue. Explore a theme, hear from others, and add your voice to the conversation. Come curious, leave connected!
Optional: bring an item that ties in with the topic to share your story with others (e.g., a memory, a photograph, an object, etc.).
Presented by ROM (Royal Ontario Museum)
The Travelling Lens: How We See and Photograph the World
When you take a picture in a new place, what are you really capturing? This conversation takes a closer look at photography from British India in the nineteenth century and explores its relevance today. We’ll challenge you to look at not just your own travel photos but all images of “other” places: What stories do these images tell? What stories are not told? How and why do these images persist? Whether printed or digital, bring your own photographs to share and add to the conversation!
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Midday Melodies featuring Waleed Abdulhamid
2026-02-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Hazel McCallion Central Library, 301 Burnhamthorpe Rd, Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 3Y3, Canada
Recharge your mind and soul with a cozy midday concert series – your perfect lunch hour escape!
Come join us for the Midday Melodies Series! Get ready to enjoy a relaxing afternoon filled with beautiful music. Don’t miss this opportunity to unwind and appreciate some wonderful tunes.
Presented in partnership with The Chamber Music Society of Mississauga, and the Music Performance Trust Fund.
Maker Stage, Hazel McCallion Central Library
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM
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Waleed Abdulhamid
The music of Waleed Abdulhamid is where the ancient meets the modern. It draws its rhythmic spirit from deep African roots and brings together a variety of languages and musical traditions from across the continent. You can call it jazz, you can call it fusion—it’s a blend of African styles shaped into something new. His music moves beautifully and rhythmically, enriched by the modern harmonic sensibilities of today.
As an expert in rhythms born from ancient places, Waleed studies the essence of Black music—the birthplace of so much of the world’s sound—and this understanding shapes the way he creates. His work uplifts, giving audiences a powerful experience that celebrates the beauty of Africa’s diversity, combined with the vibrant colors of contemporary jazz.

Maestro’s Fireside Chat: The World of Opera
2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts Dr, Mississauga, Ontario, Mississauga, Canada
Step into The World of Opera with the Maestro Denis Mastromonaco. Enjoy an engaging conversation that will explore the drama, voices, and composers that make opera such a powerful artform.
FREE – Advanced registration is required.
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Free Your Psoas & Rediscover Hip Mobility
2026-02-18 19:30 - 20:45 | Coloured Soul Yoga & Wellness, 2 Willingdon Blvd, Etobicoke, ON, Canada
A 75-minute embodied movement class designed to help you release deep hip tension and reconnect to smoother, more comfortable movement.
If you feel tight hip flexors, notice low back tension, or feel “stuck” through your hips when you walk, stand, dance or exercise — this class is for you.
You’ll be guided through gentle somatic movement, breath-led release, and simple mobility work that supports your hips, pelvis, and core without forcing or pushing.
Leave feeling more open, grounded, and free in your stride.
No experience needed — just bring your body as it is.
Use Code: MAC15 for 15% off class
Click here to register.
Location:
Coloured Soul Yoga & Wellness
2 Willingdon Blvd. 2nd Floor
Etobicoke, Ont

Seniors & Youth Connect – Impact Arts Program
2026-02-19 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-02-26 16:30 - 18:00 | Creditvale Mills, 1555 S Parade Ct #1535, Mississ
Join Studio.89 for an 8-week journey of fun, creativity, and intergenerational connections with their Seniors & Youth Connect program!
They are now accepting applicants for their Impact Arts Program.
Happening every Thursday from Jan 15th – Mar 5, 4:30-6:00pm.
Located at 1535-1555 South Parade Court
Weekly activities + an exciting field trip!
First come, first serve.
To register, email us your full name, phone number, and email, and indicate which cohort you’d like to join.
Contact: syc@studio89.org

Ontario Arts Council Grant Introduction Workshop – Mississauga Arts Council
2026-02-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Online
Join the Mississauga Arts Council as we sit down with the Ontario Arts Council to learn about their granting program and application portal.
Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
Time: 7 PM – 8:30 PM EST
Location: Online via Zoom
Register: For FREE via Eventbrite
Curious about funding your artistic practice?
Join us for an informative and practical webinar introducing artists to the Ontario Arts Council (OAC) and its grant programs. Led by veteran OAC Program Officer, Maura Broadhurst, this session will demystify the funding process and help you navigate opportunities available to individual artists.
Participants will learn about current OAC grant programs, how the peer assessment process works, how to use NOVA, the OAC’s online application portal, and proven tips for writing a strong, competitive grant application.
There will be plenty of time for questions throughout the session, with Susan Durnin, MAC’s Operations & Development Manager, moderating the chat and supporting participants along the way. Whether you’re new to OAC funding or looking to strengthen future applications, this webinar is a valuable step toward funding success.
NOTE: This webinar will NOT be recorded or shared after the presentation.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Figurative Expressions
2026-02-20 09:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-27 09:30 - 12:30 | Visual Arts Mississauga, 4170 Riverwood Park Ln, Mississauga, Ontario, L5C 2S7, Canada
We’re a group of artists who meet Friday mornings at Visual Arts Mississauga Riverwood (VAM) and draw the figure.
There is no instruction. The drop-in cost is $25 per session which runs from 9:30 to 12:30. You can also pe-pay for 9 sessions at a cost of $200 and get one session free. We run a fall, winter and spring semester consisting of 9 sessions each. You can pay by cash during a session or e-transfer to figurativexpressions2010@gmail.com.
We change up the posing times each week. Week 1 is short poses ranging from 1 minute gestures up to 5-30 minute poses. Week 2 is 1 minute gestures to longer 10-60 minute poses. Week 3 is one long 3 hour pose- (some of use bring in the paints for the long pose). Then we start the weekly rotation again.
It’s a diverse, relaxed, friendly group from beginner to professional artists. We provide easels, tables and drawing horses, you bring whatever medium you’d like to work with.
We begin drawing around 9:30am but you should arrive 10-15 minutes beforehand to get set up. Help with setting up the room is appreciated (moving tables) as is putting the room back to the way we found it after (moving tables). Also, don’t forget to switch that mute button on your phone while we’re all drawing away- Thanks.
We’re at the room at the far end of the hall when you enter VAM and turn left.
Visual Arts Mississauga
4170 Riverwood Park Lane
Mississauga, ON L5C 2S7
Hope to see you there.

West Vocal Jam – February Edition
2026-02-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Clarke Hall, 161 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga, Ontario, L5H 1G3, Canada
You’re invited to sing or enjoy the show!
Professional musician extraordinaire Bruce Tournay is our featured artist (and pianist) for the next edition of West Vocal Jam happening on Friday, February 20 at the Clarke Hall in Port Credit. Singers of all levels are welcome!
This event was created to support vocalists in an encouraging, laid-back environment. All levels welcome. Vocalists, please email hcb@rogers.com to secure your performing spot. Due to demand, singers are asked to email hcb@rogers.com to pre-register to have a guaranteed performance spot. ALL ATTENDEES are welcome to pay-what-you-can in lieu of a cover charge. Suggested donation of $10-$20.
Our featured artist Bruce Tournay is a dynamic jazz pianist with over 30 years of experience performing across Canada and abroad from clubs and theatres to churches and cruise ships. Known for his expressive playing and versatility, Bruce has led stages as musical director at Toronto’s Massey Hall, backing comedians Russell Peters, Wayne Brady, and Brad Garrett and more! Bruce brings depth, soul, and a masterful touch to the keys.
We are blessed to welcome back award-winning musician Pat Collins on bass.
West Vocal Jam is a relaxed community program open to singers of all ages and all levels. Please note performing spots are limited. Singers are asked to bring 2 copies of your charts or leadsheets (NO SHEET MUSIC, or multiple pages).
Please note we are at the Clarke Hall this month. 161 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga, ON L5H 1G3.
To donate, we will have tap available at the jam. ALL ATTENDEES are welcome to pay-what-you-can in lieu of a cover charge. Suggested donation of $10-$20. Please consider donating ahead of time as the City of Mississauga staff have asked for no cash transactions onsite. You are most welcome to donate to my PayPal here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/heatherchristinelive

A Day of Creativity and Culture with Blkline
2026-02-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives, 9 Wellington St. East, Brampton, Ontario, L6W 1Y1, Canada
In celebration of Black History Month, enjoy a day of creativity and culture at PAMA in partnership with Blkline. Blkline is a creative collective that empowers BIPOC creators by amplifying their voices and connecting them to opportunities within the creative industries. They highlight diverse talent, foster collaboration, and advocate for equity.
Click here to learn more.

February DIY Studio Time
2026-02-21 13:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-22 13:00 - 16:30 | Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives, 9 Wellington St. East, Brampton, Ontario, L6W 1Y1, Canada
Create your own stick puppet animal inspired by the exhibition the stories we share are the light we carry. Saturdays and Sundays, 1 – 4:30 p.m. Included with PAMA admission
Click here to learn more.

Sci-Fi Table Stage
2026-02-21 16:30 - 18:00 | Fiesta Filipina Centre for the Arts, 5170 Dixie Road, Mississauga, ON, L4W 1E3, Canada
A Live Actual Play Show & Experience, bringing storytelling and community together. For February, our theme is Sci-Fi Table Stage!
Table Stage is a community performance initiative that looks to offer an affordable, accessible, consistent, and inclusive space to not only watch an improvised show, but to also be encouraged to participate and be an active creator no matter one’s experience.
Using Tabletop Roleplaying Games (TTRPGs) as a foundation, our performers will present a setting that fits under the theme. After an introductory sketch improv scene, performers will disperse to lead 4 tables of audience participants in different “modules”. This is an opportunity to add to the story and details of the world, experiencing an abridged but heightened style of TTRPG. The successes, failures, and notable moments will inform the ending of the show where our performers will rejoin and face the grand challenge found in the introductory sketch.
This February, our second show’s theme will be Sci-Fi. This takes after the scientifically advanced and space-faring genre like Star Wars, Xenosaga, or Starstruck Odyssey. We will provide all the necessary materials, so feel free to just bring yourself and a collaborative mind!
We recommend coming when doors open, to meet the other audience members and have time to settle in.
Click here to learn more and get tickets!
Funded by Mississauga Arts Council’s MicroGrant Program through the support of
RAMA Gaming House – Charitable Gaming at City of Mississauga

Piece of Mind: Reimagined Immersive Theatrical Experience
2026-02-21 18:00 - 22:30 | Maja Prentice Theatre, 3650 Dixie Road, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Y 3V9, Canada
“Piece of Mind” is a live immersive theatre experience that follows Joshua Williams, a young Black man whose life begins to unravel after tragedy strikes. Through his story, audiences journey through themes of trauma, resilience, faith and identity, ultimately discovering the redemptive power of healing and community.

This production is not simply entertainment—it is a catalyst for awareness, empathy, and action, inspiring honest dialogue about the mental health realities facing Black youth, men, and families today.
Mississauga: Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at Maja Prentice Theatre. Doors open at 6 PM, show starts at 6:30 PM.
Toronto: Sat, Mar 7, 2026 at Jamaican Canadian Association (North York). Doors open at 6 PM, show starts at 6:30 PM.
Learn more and get your tickets here.

Southside Shuffle Mardi Gras 2026
2026-02-21 19:00 - 23:00 | Rama Gaming House, 2295 Battleford Road, Mississaug, Ontario, L5N 2W8, Canada
Join us on Saturday, February 21, 2026, for Southside Mardi Gras at Rama Gaming House in Mississauga, featuring Loco Zydeco with special guest Chuck Jackson & Gene Hardy!

Tickets: $35 + taxes & fees
Doors: 7PM | Show: 8PM
Rama Gaming House, 2295 Battleford Rd, Mississauga
Enjoy games, food & drink specials before and after the show!
Plenty of free parking available
https://southsideshuffle.tbits.me/trk/825fc
18+
Tickets Available (Cash Only) at Impressionable Gifts in Port Credit

Bree Taylor Album Release “WORSHIP”
2026-02-21 19:30 - 23:00 | REC ROOM SQUARE ONE MISSISSAUGA, 100 City Centre Dr #1-705, Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 2C9, Canada
Bree Taylor is set to release her bold new album “Worship” on February 20, 2026, blending country grit with rock-driven edge and unapologetic storytelling – marking a powerful new chapter in both her music and personal journey. “Worship” is a deeply personal record that traces Bree’s path through love, heartbreak, and the hard-earned lessons that led her back to her own self-worth. The album captures a turning point, moving from settling and self-doubt to confidence, clarity, and knowing exactly what she deserves.
The release will be followed by an album release show on February 21, 2026 at the Rec Room Square One Mississauga, offering fans an immersive, high-energy live experience of the record for the very first time. With the throne from the album cover being present at the show in a photo booth format, guests are encouraged to feel worshipped for the night. Known for her commanding stage presence and bold, genre-blurring approach, Bree continues to carve out her own lane in Canadian country music – loud, honest and unmistakably her own. This is a show that you do not want to miss!
Supporting Performers: Andy Colonico, Jade Hilton, Josh Vincent
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Jazz at the Legion
2026-02-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Port Credit Legion, 35 Front St. N,, Port Credit, Mississauga, ON, L5H 2E1, Canada
The Mississauga Big Band Jazz Ensemble is back for our monthly gig at the Port Credit Legion.
Come out and enjoy and support LIVE big band JAZZ!

Community Drum Circle in Mississauga – February 2026
2026-02-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Perfect Harmony Music Studio Ltd, 1055 Canadian Pl #107, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 1J9, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled evening of Community drum Circle in Mississauga
Welcome to the Music and Drum Circle event at Perfect Harmony Music Studio Ltd! Join us for a fun and interactive gathering where you can connect with others through the power of music and rhythm. Bring your own drum or use one of ours as we come together to create beautiful sounds and positive vibes. No musical experience is necessary – just come with an open heart and a willingness to participate. Let’s make some music and enjoy the harmony together!
This series of music-making events are facilitated by Sam (drumIN.ca)
There’s a fee of $10.00 per person. If you cannot afford to pay, let us know and we can waive it. The fee collected will be used for maintaining and repairing our instruments for future events.
Click here to register on Eventbrite.

Author Talks: Antonio Michael Downing
2026-02-25 19:00 - 20:00 | VIRTUAL EVENT
Join us for a conversation with Antonio Michael Downing as he discusses his writing and debut novel “Black Cherokee”
Antonio Michael Downing is the current host of the CBC radio program The Next Chapter where he discusses books with authors and columnists. He is the author of the acclaimed memoir Saga Boy and children’s book, Stars in My Crown. Black Cherokee is his debut novel. He spends his time writing books, singing songs, and trying to make his grandma proud.
Set in the 1990s, Black Cherokee is a Queenie meets Frying Plantain – a courageous coming-of-age story about a mixed-race Black girl fighting for recognition in a South Carolina Cherokee community that refuses to accept her ancestry as legitimate. With dazzling language, keen insight, and an unforgettable voice, Black Cherokee is not only an astonishing novel but a profound meditation on race, identity, and coming of age from a major literary talent.
Mississauga Library’s Author Talk series features a wide range of talented writers. Hear authors read from their books. Ask questions, learn about the writing process, and find out more about their craft of telling captivating stories.
Click here to register for this virtual event.

TD Culture Lab: Breaking Down the Grant – so you can write a winning one! – Mississauga Arts Council
2026-02-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Online
Join the Mississauga Arts Council to learn about grants from Colleen Snell – what are the components and how to write a winning one!
Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Time: 7 PM – 8:30 PM EST
Location: Online via Zoom
Register: For FREE via Eventbrite
Ready to turn your ideas into funded projects?
Join grant writing expert Colleen Snell (Frog in Hand) for an engaging webinar designed to take the mystery out of grant writing. You’ll learn the essential components of a strong grant application, how to confidently approach the writing process, and how to tell a compelling story that resonates with funders from start to finish. Colleen will share insider tips, practical techniques, and proven strategies to help your application stand out—and win. Whether you’re brand new to grants or looking to boost your success rate, this webinar will give you the tools you need to apply with confidence.
There will be plenty of time for questions throughout the session, with Susan Durnin, MAC’s Operations & Development Manager, moderating the chat and supporting participants along the way.
NOTE: This webinar will NOT be recorded or shared after the presentation.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

ROM at the Library: Embroidery in South Asia – What Fabrics Do We Value and Why?
2026-02-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Erin Meadows Library, 2800 Erin Centre Boulevard, Mississauga, ON, L5M 6R5, Canada
Join us for ROM at the Library, a series where museum exhibits and objects spark meaningful dialogue. Explore a theme, hear from others, and add your voice to the conversation. Come curious, leave connected!
Optional: bring an item that ties in with the topic to share your story with others (e.g., a memory, a photograph, an object, etc.).
Presented by ROM (Royal Ontario Museum)
Embroidery in South Asia: What Fabrics Do We Value and Why?
Fabric is the closest thing to you all day. Start by exploring the intricate, handcrafted beauty of South Asian textiles, such as the vibrant stitching of Phulkari and the resourceful, layered designs of Kantha.
The conversation will focus on personal value of handmade items in a fast-fashion world. How does recognizing the skill and story behind a single piece – whether its embroidery, a scarf, or a design on a blanket – change your relationship with your wardrobe and your home?
Whether handmade, machine-made, historical or current, bring your embroidered fabrics to the conversation to share with the group.
Click here to learn more and register.

Jazz Rangers featuring Dionne R. Grant at the Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga Centre, 5787 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ON, L4Z 2H7, Canada
By popular demand, Jazz Rangers are joined again featuring Dionne R. Grant for the evening at the Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga.

Workshops 101 with Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) Draw Your Centre: A Creative Reset for the Mind and Body
2026-02-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives, 9 Wellington St. East, Brampton, Ontario, L6W 1Y1, Canada
Shake off the winter blues with a restorative evening of meditative art making in a warm, communal setting. Guided by gentle breathwork, intuitive seated movement, and therapeutic arts principles, you’ll create your own mandala-inspired drawing — an ancient form of visual meditation — while discovering how creativity can support your well being beyond this workshop.
You’ll leave with a vibrant piece of art, a renewed connection with your mind and body, and a simple creative wellness practice to weave into your daily life. No art experience is needed — just bring your creativity and a willingness to slow down. (For ages 18+; all materials provided; please wear comfortable clothing.) Pay What-You Can admission.
Click here to learn more and register.

Acrylic or Oil Painting Workshop - ONLINE
2026-02-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Online
This workshop is ideal for those of who are seeking to develop their painting skills, whether a complete beginner or revisiting artistic passions.
Every Session covers different techniques and subject matter, this time we take a closer look at the still life based on Photo reference.
Oil or Acrylic Paint.
There is a positive and interactive approach to the experience, where class feedback and discussion is encouraged.
Instruction will provide the visual tools needed to start the journey to good drawing and painting practices, through demonstrations, and exercises in colour theory. This also Includes guidance between classes via email correspondence.

Celebrating Black Excellence
2026-02-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Mississauga City Hall, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 3C1, Canada
The City of Mississauga in partnership with the Black Caucus Alliance, invite you to attend the Black Excellence Awards during Black History Month.
This is an evening to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of Mississauga’s Black community. The celebration involves musical guests, keynote speakers and an awards ceremony.
Doors open at 6 p.m.
Black History Month provides the opportunity for celebration and serves as a strong reminder that Black history is our history.
Click here to learn more.
