January DIY Studio Time
2026-01-31 13:00 - 16:30 (America/Toronto) | Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives, 9 Wellington St. East, Brampton, Ontario, L6W 1Y1, Canada
Explore exhibitions and connect over self-guided art projects that inspire creativity. Do-it-yourself studio time activities change every month.
Create your own museum in a box inspired by the objects found in PAMA’s exhibition PAMA Collects: Connections between us. Saturdays and Sundays, 1 – 4:30 p.m. Included with PAMA admission.
Click here to learn more.

19th Annual Dancing for The Compass – Little Peter and the Elegants
2026-01-31 19:00 - 2026-02-01 00:00 | Port Credit Legion, 35 Front St. N,, Port Credit, Mississauga, ON, L5H 2E1, Canada
The 19th Annual Dancing for The Compass returns to the Port Credit Legion (upstairs) on Saturday January 31 2026. The address is 35 Front St. N. in south Mississauga and doors open at 7:00pm. An elevator is available. Little Peter and the Elegants returns to perform music from the 50s, 60s and 70s from 8:00pm to 12:00am. The Options Mississauga Culinary Program will prepare a snack buffet served at 9:00pm. Free coffee and tea. There will be reserved seating and the bar takes debit, credit and cash.

Tickets are $40.00/person and available by reaching Peter Toller at 905-274-6131 or toller@sympatico.ca.

Over $70,000 has been raised for The Compass since this event began in 2008. The Compass Food Bank & Outreach Centre provides Help for Today and Hope for Tomorrow for individuals living in south Mississauga. The Compass supplies healthy and nutritious food for your neighbours in need, as well as support services and programs.

Little Peter and the Elegants won two Metroland Readers’ Choice 1st Place Diamond Awards in 2025, 2024, 2023 and 2022: “Best Local Musician or Band” and “Best Local Entertainment”!
And two additional Readers’ Choice Awards in 2025: 2nd Place Platinum: “Best Overall Business Arts, Culture & Entertainment-Summer Concert Series” and 3rd Place Gold: “Favourite Summer Event – Summer Concert Series”

February DIY Studio Time
2026-02-01 13:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-07 13:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-08 13:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-14 13:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-15 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
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GLIMPSE INTO THE HEART OF A SINGER SONGWRITER – LIVE MUSIC SHOWCASE
2026-02-01 14:00 - 17:30 | REC ROOM SQUARE ONE MISSISSAUGA, 100 City Centre Dr #1-705, Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 2C9, Canada
Six incredible artists taking the stage. Five songs each, originals and covers! A country/Rock vibe for amazing afternoon of music.
Click here to get tickets.

Seniors & Youth Connect – Empowering Generations Through Movement
2026-02-03 04:30 - 18:00, 2026-02-10 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

ROM at the Library: The Travelling Lens – How We See and Photography the World
2026-02-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Clarkson Library, 2475 Truscott Drive, Mississauga, ON, L5J 2B5, 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!
Click here to learn more and register.

Seniors & Youth Connect – Impact Arts Program
2026-02-05 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-02-12 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

Figurative Expressions
2026-02-06 09:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-13 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.

Acrylic or Oil Painting Workshop - ONLINE
2026-02-06 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-13 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.

Coffee and Canvas Paint Night: Black History Month
2026-02-06 18:00 - 19:30 | 2520 Eglinton Ave W, Unit 1 – Studio.89, 2520 Eglinton Avenue W Unit 1, Mississauga, Ontario, L5M 0Y4, Canada
This month, let’s honour the strength, resilience, and the beauty of Black History through the works of prominent Black Canadian artists like Sandra Brewster and Jan Wade, while embracing the power of sustainability. Enjoy a cup of coffee and explore vibrant watercolour paints made from upcycled coffee grounds from our cafe. These eco-friendly paints will let you create art that reflects both Black contributions in Canada and our commitment to the planet. See you there!
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Mississauga Symphony & Quartetto Gelato Travel the World
2026-02-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts Dr, Mississauga, Ontario, Mississauga, Canada
Join the Mississauga Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable evening with internationally acclaimed ensemble, Quartetto Gelato.
Known for their dazzling virtuosity, rich musicality, and irresistible charm, Quartetto Gelato brings a globe-trotting program that blends classical masterworks with tangos, Romani melodies, folk songs, and more. With their signature mix of artistry, passion, and playful humour, this concert promises to entertain, delight, and inspire music lovers of all ages – a musical journey around the world without ever leaving your seat!
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CIWFS Season 3 Designers Lounge
2026-02-08 09:00 - 19:00 | IKON Event Space 6887 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L5S 0B8, IKON Event Space 6887 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, Ontario, L5S0B8, Canada
CIWFS Season 3 Returns to Mississauga with an Exclusive “Designers Lounge” Experience
A one-day wedding + fashion showcase designed to spark discovery, inspire style, and connect shoppers with standout designers, with a special focus this year on creating magic between new entrant small businesses and renowned designers through mentorship, collaboration, and learning. As a curated South Asian wedding marketplace in the GTA, the Designers Lounge will feature 25+ wedding-related brands—from bridalwear and accessories to perfumes, shoes, photography, décor, and more—creating meaningful networking opportunities and real growth pathways for vendors and industry professionals alike.
Cocktail International & DreamMedia Agency proudly announce CIWFS — Season 3, taking place Sunday, February 8, 2026 (9:00 AM – 7:00 PM) at IKON Event Space (6887 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L5S 0B8).
This season introduces an elevated highlight: the Designers Lounge — a curated space where guests can meet designers, explore collections up close, and discover wedding and formalwear trends for 2026. From bridal looks to statement pieces, accessories, and styling inspiration, CIWFS is positioned to be a must-visit day for engaged couples, bridal parties, and fashion-forward shoppers across the GTA.
What guests can expect
Designers Lounge Showcase: curated wedding and fashion designers under one roof
Style inspiration for 2026: bridal, groom, formalwear, accessories, and more
Face-to-face connections: meet the brands, ask questions, explore details up close
A full-day experience: built for browsing, shortlisting, and making confident choices
A call to designers and wedding fashion brands
CIWFS also invites approved designers and wedding-related fashion exhibitors to participate in the Designers Lounge and connect with a targeted audience. Space is limited and selection is curated to maintain quality and exclusivity.
Event Details
CIWFS — Season 3
Date: Sunday, Feb 08, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Venue: IKON Event Space
Address: 6887 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L5S 0B8
Media & Vendor Inquiries
DreamMedia Agency / Cocktail International
Phone: Yalin +1 (437) 241-3718 | Amber +1 (437) 775-7531
Email: contact@dreammedia.agency
Website: cocktailintl.com

Cyanotype Printmaking Workshop with Amye St. John
2026-02-08 13:30 - 16:30 | Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives, 9 Wellington St. East, Brampton, Ontario, L6W 1Y1, Canada
Join Brampton-based artist Amye St. John for a hands-on cyanotype printmaking workshop inspired by the exhibition PAMA Collects: Connections Between Us. Drawing from the everyday objects and personal histories featured in the show, explore how items shape our understanding of community and identity.
Amye will guide you through the basics of the cyanotype process to create unique, blue-toned prints. You’ll also be able to incorporate your own small objects that captures your curiosity into your cyanotype!
Click here to learn more and register.

Sunday Jazz at the Port Credit Legion
2026-02-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Port Credit Legion, 35 Front St. N,, Port Credit, Mississauga, ON, L5H 2E1, Canada
The Jazz Rangers are joined by vocalist Anne Jayamanne once again at the Port Credit Legion on Sunday, February 8, 2026, 2-4 PM.

Winter Indigenous Social Dance
2026-02-08 16:00 - 18:30 | The Unitarian Congregation in Mississauga, 84 South Service Road, Mississauga, Ontario, L5G 2R9, Canada
Join Eagle Spirits of the Great Waters for a Traditional Winter Social Dance led by dancer and instructor Joe Martin of the Grand River Smoke Dancers. The evening will begin with welcomes, introductions, and a smudge. Anyone can participate and no experience is necessary.
The Grand River Smoke Dancers are from Six Nations of the Grand River. They will share and demonstrate a variety of Haudenosaunee social songs and dances. Each social song and dance has a unique story and way to dance. The Grand River Smoke Dancers have presented to the chiefs of Ontario, Brandon Montour and the Stanley cup, Ontario native woman’s circle, Ontario Special Olympics, and many other events, occasions, and celebrations.
Learn more about Eagle Spirits of the Great Waters here: https://www.instagram.com/eaglespiritsgreatwaters

Winter 2026 MicroGrant Information Session
2026-02-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Mississauga Arts Council is hosting a MicroGrant Information Session via Zoom on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 1 PM.
Mississauga Arts Council’s (MAC) MicroGrant Program provides funding to individual artists to support the creation and presentation of their projects. These MicroGrants target areas of interest or needs within the local arts sector and have been catalysts for collaboration across artistic practices.
In the Winter 2026 MicroGrant funding round, MAC is offering Matchmaker MicroGrants to Individual Artists. Matchmaker MicroGrants provide 50% matching funds to artist-led projects from any artistic discipline up to a maximum of $3000. To be eligible for funding, projects must demonstrate a confirmed investment in the project at the time of application and must include a public-facing event or activity in Mississauga, engage audiences in Mississauga, and pay artist fees to Mississauga-based artists.
Register for the Information Session here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VkAY6LMURECSfAHMErjAQQ
When you register, you will receive an email from Zoom with your link to attend the information session.
The information session will be recorded and available on MAC’s YouTube following the live event.

Spill the MATARI Chai – Stay Woke
2026-02-11 19:30 - 23:00 | Matari Coffee Co., 3465 Platinum Drive, Unit 97, Mississauga, Ontario, L5M 2S1, Canada
Spill the MATARI Chai is BACKK!!! ☕️ Valentine’s Day Edition ✨💌
Introducing our third event with @mataricoffee_mississauga , “Spill the (Yemeni) Chai”! 🔗 register to perform or attend for free via the link in our bio
Join us for an evening of creative performances centring important themes of self-expression, resistance and community building – all with a cup of Yemeni chai (or latte!). 🎤
📍 Matari Coffee Co, Ridgeway Plaza, Mississauga
📆 Feb 11th, 7:30PM
🔗 Register to perform or attend for free

Jazz Rangers at the Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga
2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga Centre, 5787 Hurontario Street, Mississauga, ON, L4Z 2H7, Canada
The Jazz Rangers are joined by vocalist Michael Rushton for an evening of vocal favourites at the Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga on February 12, 6-8 PM.

Seasonal Activities: The Winter Edition
2026-02-13 19:30 - 20:30 | Clarke Hall, 161 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga, Ontario, L5H 1G3, Canada
Seasonal Activities is a quarterly evening of movement and music to celebrate and respond to the change of the seasons.
Each evening includes a number of short acts from a variety of disciplines, including dance, music, physical theatre, clown, mask and puppetry, storytelling and participatory art.
We ask our performers to think about how they respond to the seasons, or how the seasons shape their approach to art making; how they interface with an audience and how they want an audience to participate in their work.
This series is curated by Frog in Hand associate artist Andrew Gaboury.
SEASONAL ACTIVITIES: Winter Edition 2026
Artists to be announced.
DOORS @ 7pm
SHOW @ 7:30pm
Post show gathering with snacks
WHERE? Clarke Memorial Hall, 161 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga, ON L5H 1G3
Park on the street as there is limited parking in the back of the building. Nearest GO train is Port Credit GO. This space is wheelchair accessible – please give our team a heads up if you have any mobility or accessibility needs. We’d be happy to make accommodations.
Click here to learn more and register.

INTERESTED IN PERFORMING AT OUR NEXT EDITION OF SEASONAL ACTIVITIES?
We are looking for artists, especially those based outside of Toronto, to perform at future instalments. Stay tuned to www.froginhand.com and www.instagram.com/froginhand for open call announcements.
Seasonal Activities snacks are provided thanks to generous support from Sobey’s.

An evening of Rock ‘n Romance with The Dreamboats
2026-02-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Living Arts Centre, 4141 Living Arts Dr, Mississauga, Ontario, Mississauga, Canada
Calling all Valentine’s and Palentine’s, get ready to fall in love with rock ‘n’ roll all over again! The Dreamboats bring their high-energy, retro charm to The Living Arts Centre for a night packed with the feel-good sounds of the ’50s and ’60s.
Fresh off international tours, this dashing Canadian quartet blends the vintage vibes of Chuck Berry and The Wonders with their own infectious energy. From Elvis’s pool to Ronnie Hawkins’ rock ‘n’ roll stories, The Dreamboats deliver an unforgettable show filled with timeless hits, wild tales, and non-stop dancing.
Bring your sweetheart — or your dancing shoes — for a throwback Valentine’s celebration like no other!
Enjoy a buffet dinner before the show steps away from the theatre. View the special menu
Purchase the buffet as a show upgrade during your Ticketmaster purchase to The Dreamboats and save $5!

Carla & The Latintrain Trio – San Valentino
2026-02-15 16:00 - 20:00 | Texas Longhorn, 1077 N Service Rd, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Y 1A6, Canada
Join us and celebrate love!
With the sounds of Latintrain, from romantic ballads to Latin dance tunes. The event runs at Texas Longhorn on February 15 from 4 to 8 pm and is all ages!
There will be a delicious buffet as well.
See you there!

Hearts & Harmony, Art Competition
2026-02-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Meadowvale Community Centre, 6655 Glen Erin Dr, Mississauga, L5N 3L4, ON
Experience the thrill of creativity meeting fashion at our Live Art Competition!
Watch models walk the ramp in stunning outfits while talented artists bring the moment to life by creating artworks inspired by the live fashion showcase.
Artists are encouraged to capture the movement, mood, and details of the ramp walk in their own unique style. At the end of the event, the best artworks will be awarded exciting prizes.
This is a high-energy, immersive event celebrating art, fashion, and live performance. Your ticket also includes food, making it a complete creative and social experience.
Please note: Artists must bring their own art supplies, including canvas or paper, paints, drawing materials, and easels.
🎨 Live Fashion Ramp Walk
🖌️ Live Art Creation
🏆 Prizes for Best Artwork
🍽️ Food Included
🎟️ Tickets must be purchased on Eventbrite using the link below.
https://ValentinesDayCelebrationByLableBlue.eventbrite.ca
Join us for an unforgettable evening where art is created in the moment!
