The City of Brampton is buzzing all year long with
activities, events and local eats, but
summer in the city is especially vibrant.
Here are five activities you can enjoy this season.
1. Experience Brampton Farmers’ Market
Brampton kicked off its 35th season of the Farmers’ Market. Enjoy freshly-picked seasonal produce, delicious prepared foods and
unique handcrafted goods.
Over 30 vendors are participating this year with many
favourite and new farmers and local artisans.
The market runs on Saturdays from 8 am to 1 pm until
October 23 and is located in Gage Park, Ken Whillans Square and on Wellington
Street West. Free parking is available in the underground lot at City Hall.
2. Taste the globe
Tour the tastes of the world in your own backyard.
Brampton is home to a vibrant and multicultural community which is reflected in
the many cuisines available throughout the City.
Enjoy unique tastes that are globally inspired and
locally routed. From gourmet pretzels, delicious doubles, monstrous burgers to
rich seafood, flavourful curries and sweet fusion milkshakes, your cravings for authentic food will
be met.
Try local favourites such as King Tandoori, Danforth
Food Market, Little Shop of Icecream, Segovia Coffee, Sonny’s and more.
Not sure what to try first? Find recommendations from
food scene influencers in the City’s first ever Food Guide. Dig in!
3. Cycle the City
Gear up and
pedal through the streets and recreational trails of Brampton.
The City is home
to approximately 460 km of linear cycling infrastructure including bike lanes, recreational
paths, urban shoulders and multi-use paths, and is looking to expand further by
the end of 2021 with an additional 29.3 km.
Cycle through
the scenic Etobicoke Creek Recreational Trail that extends 34.5 km. This
anticipated interregional connection from Brampton to Mississauga and Caledon
is now complete.
Explore the
City’s cycling
routes and plan your
next ride.
4. An outdoor adventure
Brampton has
many outdoor amenities and activities for all ages to enjoy.
Whether you are
in the mood to be adventurous or kick back and relax, there’s something for
everyone to do.
Check out the
below:
- Pack a picnic and spend the day at a park
- Participate in safe, open air fitness classes
- Stay cool on a hot summer day by visiting one of twelve splash pads
- Play your favourite sport outdoors including tennis, pickleball,
disc golf or golf
- View a list of
outdoor amenity locations here.
5. Watch it LIVE
Experience virtual and live
entertainment with your friends and family.
The City hosts numerous events
including live theatre,
Garden Square virtual
programming, and signature
celebrations.
The Rose is offering free virtual
performances, outdoor activations in Garden Square and on The Rose Patio, and
its first indoor show since March 2020. Get free tickets to see Serena Ryder on
August 26 in person,
or virtually.
You can also catch a virtual
performance from The Rose stage by Matt Dusk
on August 19, as well as in person outdoor performances of Alphonse
on August 26-28. See you there!
