Mississauga's Cultural Canvas Comes Alive this Fall
Mississauga’s fall arts scene is filled with energy and diversity. From high-caliber performances at the Living Arts Centre to vibrant cultural festivals and public art expressions, each experience invites you to immerse yourself fully in creativity. This season, each moment in the city delivers something memorable and meaningful.
Discover the Living Arts Centre
Mississauga’s Living Arts Centre stands at the heart of the city’s cultural landscape. This 225,000 sq ft multi-use venue features three performance theatres: Hammerson Hall (1,300 seats), the flexible RBC Theatre, and the intimate Rogers Theatre. It also houses an exhibition gallery, seven professional art studios, and the LIVE! Restaurant. The Centre welcomes over 400,000 visitors each year and hosts a range of arts from symphonies and theatre to educational programming and community gatherings. A stunning glass piece, Dance of Venus, anchors the atrium in visual elegance. Proximity to local transit and on-site facilities make it effortless to access and enjoy, perfect for arts-filled evenings or creative events.
ABBA Revisited LIVE! – One Night, Full of Harmony
Date & Time: Friday, October 10, 2025 at 8 PM
Venue: Living Arts Centre Auditorium
ABBA Revisited, North America’s #1 ABBA tribute, delivers an authentic experience grounded in spectacular harmonies, precise musicianship, and iconic costumes. Held for one night only, this performance transports you backstage to the golden era of disco-pop. Get swept into a high-energy, groove-filled journey through ABBA’s greatest hits. Expect precision vocals, sparkling costumes, and dance-worthy arrangements.
Shea Couleé Live Featuring Lemon & The Virgo Queen
Date & Time: Friday, November 14, 2025 at 8 PM
Venue: Living Arts Centre
Shea Couleé brings powerful energy and couture flair in a show that celebrates fierceness and artistry. Joining the stage are Lemon—known for her win on Canada’s Drag Race vs The World—and The Virgo Queen, winner of Canada’s Drag Race Season 5. Together, they deliver a performance that fuses drag, dance, and vocal brilliance. Add-on options include a pre-show buffet and the chance to meet Shea Couleé in person. The trio’s stage presence creates a show that blends personality, music, and visual drama.
Cultural Festivals this Fall
Mississauga’s cultural festivals bring global colours and traditions to life across the city. Each festival brings a unique cultural angle filled with food, art, and community rhythms.
Philippine Festival – Sept 12-14: Taste authentic Filipino dishes like lechon and halo-halo. Enjoy folk dances and crafts that reflect the vibrant heritage.
Egyptian Coptic Festival – Sept 20–21: Attend Coptic Christian performances, authentic cuisine, and cultural displays that illustrate Egypt’s spiritual and community traditions.
Taste of Southeast Asia – Sept 28–29: Sample dishes from across Southeast Asia and watch traditional dance or music performed live.
Arts of the Middle East Festival – Oct 5: Immerse yourself in visual arts, crafts, and performances rooted in Middle Eastern tradition with musicians, storytellers, and artisans showcasing their talents.u
Light Up the Square
Starting in November, Light Up the Square transforms public spaces with vibrant art installations, live performances, and global flavours. This event illuminates the season (literally and figuratively) creating a festive, interactive environment for all audiences. Every year, Light Up the Square launches the winter holiday season with tree lighting, art installations (like moonGARDEN), ice skating, performances, food stalls, and more. Closer to sunset, public spaces begin to glow with immersive light installations. Enjoy sizzling bites and live entertainment amid artful brilliance.
Farmers' Markets Across the City
Central Lions Farmers’ Market
- When: Wednesdays, from June 4 to October 15, 2025, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Where: Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Downtown Mississauga
Lakeview Farmers’ & Artisan Market
- When: Every Sunday, from May 25 to October 26, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Where: Outdoors at the historic Small Arms Inspection Building, 1352 Lakeshore Road East, Lakeview, Mississauga
Port Credit Farmers’ Market
- When: Every Saturday, from June 7 to October 11, 2025, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Where: 20 Lakeshore Road East, Port Credit, Mississauga
Experience Minecraft In Real Life
For those seeking immersive gaming fun, Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue runs until September 2, offering interactive adventures for all ages. It’s perfect for kids or kids-at-heart. Pair your Minecraft adventure with a culinary one, on the Lava Chicken food trail, where bold flavours challenge your palate, and your sense of spice. Try Mississauga’s spiciest chicken spots if you’re up for the challenge.
Location: Square One Shopping Centre, 199 Rathburn Road West, Mississauga
- General sessions: Mon–Fri: 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sat–Sun: 9 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
- Adult Nights: Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7 p.m.–10 p.m. (last entry at 9 p.m.)
Plan Your Fall Visit to Mississauga
Mississauga delivers a season of standout cultural experiences you don’t want to miss. See top-tier performances at the Living Arts Centre, explore festivals that showcase authentic global traditions, and enjoy illuminated public art at Light Up the Square. Shop fresh produce and handmade goods at local markets, and try interactive attractions like the Minecraft Experience or the Lava Chicken food trail. It’s the perfect time to map out your itinerary and experience the city’s rich cultural canvas firsthand.