Events happening in Oakville.

Tuesday, July 28th

7:00PM – 8:00PM

Oakville Wind Orchestra Sounds of Summer

The Oakville Wind Orchestra, Canada's oldest community concert band, presents six free, family-friendly concerts this summer. Attendees are invited to enjoy toe-tapping music spanning the ages, performed under the gazebo at Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park. Concerts are held at 7 PM on July 7, 14, 21, and 28, and August 4 and 11.

Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park – Butterfly Gazebo

Wednesday, July 29th

6:00PM – 8:00PM

Summer Splash

Families are invited to meet fire crews, explore fire trucks, and participate in hands-on activities while learning practical fire prevention and safety tips. Food and beverages will be available for purchase on site. Longo's Southeast Oakville and Panago Pizza (Cornwall Road) are providing food, and Fortinos South Oakville is providing beverages. All proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Oakville and Milton. In case of rain or severe weather, the event will be held the next day from 6–8 p.m.

July 8 at Valleyridge Park

Wednesday, July 29th

6:30PM – 8:30PM

A Jazz Celebration Of The Beatles | Glenn Paul Trio (Oakville)

The Glenn Paul Trio presents the Beatles songbook reimagined as jazz standards, blending swing, groove, and modern jazz arrangements with improvisation. The performance takes place in the Farmleague taproom. Doors open at 7:00 PM; the show runs from 7:30 to 8:30 PM.

Figaro Coffee House · $31.59 CAD

Thursday, July 30th

7:00PM – 9:00PM

Bronte Lake Notes 2026

Bronte Lake Notes 🎵 returns to the Sails Stage on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park. The series features contemporary music from hot local bands, with audiences invited to dance, sing, and celebrate together while enjoying gorgeous harbour views. All concerts are free and open to everyone — young and old. June 18: The Dave Murphy Big Band June 25: Fiddlestix July 2: The Echo Band July 9: Orangeman July 16: Freedom Train July 23: James Anthony & Friends July 30: Project Phoenix August 6: Switchbeat August 13: The Blackboard Blues Band August 20: The Dave Murphy Big Band August 27: Freedom Train September 3: Fiddlestix Presented by The Bronte BIA.

Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park – Sails Stage

Friday, July 31st

7:00PM

Friday Night Jazz

Live jazz every Friday from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., starting June 5th. 🎶 John Canham and friends perform throughout the summer.

Towne Square

Saturday, August 1st

3:00PM

TD Summer Music Series

TD Summer Music Series 🎶 Live music returns to Downtown Oakville all summer long. Attendees can enjoy performances while shopping, dining on patios, and exploring the area. Strolling musicians perform on Lakeshore Road East from 3 PM to 5 PM. Main stage performances take place at Towne Square from 5 PM to 7 PM. July 4: Rock Classics with Wildbloom Music July 11: Yacht Rock with Get Yachty July 25: R&B and Soulful Sounds with Bourbon and Co Aug 1: Top 40 Through the Years with The Motive Aug 8: Country Favorites with Jade Hilton Aug 15: Funk & Disco with Disco Fever Aug 22: Great Canadian Dueling Pianos (audience requests) Aug 29: Classic Sounds from Oakville Symphony Bring a chair and enjoy the evening with friends and family.

Downtown Oakville

Mon, Aug 10 – Fri, Aug 14

Bandology Band Camp Halton

Band Camp is a music program for youth led by conductors, clinicians, and music teachers from southern Ontario. Campers use top-notch facilities for warm-ups, chorales, sectionals, small-group work, and full concert band rehearsals. The week includes games, camp projects, and team-building activities. On the final day, campers enjoy a pizza party and perform a mini-concert for parents and friends. Learn more: https://bandology.ca/band-camp/

Thursday, August 20th

7:00PM – 8:00PM

Sunset Socials Music Series

The Oakville Museum presents a summer of free outdoor concerts on the historic grounds of Erchless Estate. Attendees are invited to bring friends, a chair or picnic blanket, and settle in for timeless music. June 18: Alex Pangman performs swing music from the Golden Age of Jazz, accompanied by violinist Drew Jurecka and guitarist Nathan Hiltz. July 16: Tak Arikushi Trio transports listeners to 1930s Paris with spirited guitar work and the old-world charm of Jazz Manouche. August 20: Ahn Phung and Jaron Freeman-Fox perform bluegrass, roots music, and Irish folk tunes featuring lively flute and fiddle melodies.

Erchless Estate

Sunday, August 23rd

5:00PM – 9:00PM

West End Jazz Presents: A Tribute to Peggy Lee

The West End Jazz series presents a dinner theatre production. Attendees may choose to enjoy dinner, attend the show only, or both. Doors open at 4:00 PM, dinner is served at 5:00 PM, and the show begins at 6:00 PM. Peggy Lee was an iconic jazz singer and actress, celebrated for her signature sultry vocal style. Her best-known hits include "Fever," "Mañana," and "Is That All There Is?" Shannon Butcher delivers Peggy Lee's songs with remarkable authenticity — closing your eyes, you may feel as though Peggy Lee herself is on stage.

Oakville Conference Centre

Tuesday, September 8th

7:30PM

Tartan Terrors: 30 Years of Terror

The Tartan Terrors are celebrating 30 years of high-energy Celtic music. Their award-winning sound blends traditional Celtic music with rock and roll, featuring bagpipes, drums, fiddles, guitars, and dancing. The group has released 11 CDs and numerous DVDs, and performed thousands of live shows across more than 48 U.S. states and 5 countries. They have played at iconic venues including the Iridium on Broadway, the Dublin Irish Festival, and Loon Mountain in New Hampshire, and appeared on Good Morning America. The Tartan Terrors have also performed for Queen Elizabeth and at President Clinton's inauguration. Over the years, they have shared the stage with Eileen Ivers, Dropkick Murphys, and Ally the Piper, among others. As Hunters Bay Radio noted, "These guys are high-energy and they leave everything on stage."

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Friday, September 11th

8:00PM

ORGANEK

Ørganek, one of Poland's most acclaimed alternative rock bands, will perform with Canadian soul and R&B artist Sean Jones as the opening act. Ørganek was founded in 2013 by singer, guitarist, songwriter, and composer Tomasz Organek in Toruń, Poland. The band is known for its energetic rock sound, thoughtful lyrics, and powerful live performances. The current lineup includes Tomasz Organek (vocals and guitar), Adam Staszewski (bass guitar), Robert Markiewicz (drums), and Tomasz Lewandowski (keyboards). The band gained widespread popularity with albums including Głupi, Czarna Madonna, and Ocali nas miłość, with best-known songs such as "Mississippi w ogniu," "Kate Moss," "Wiosna," and "Niemiłość." Ørganek has received numerous Fryderyk Awards and is highly regarded for its contribution to modern Polish rock music. Sean Jones, a Juno Award-winning Canadian singer, songwriter, and performer, is renowned for his soulful voice and captivating stage presence. He has shared the stage with Stevie Wonder, Beyoncé, Usher, and David Foster, and is celebrated for his Soul in the City concert series at Casa Loma. Early bird pricing is available until August 1, 2026.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Saturday, September 19th

7:00PM – 10:00PM

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival

The Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival is one of the world's largest and most prestigious mountain festivals. Each fall, the festival is held in Banff, Alberta. Following the main festival, the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour travels to over 600 communities across more than 40 countries. The World Tour showcases award-winners and audience favourites selected from over 400 entries submitted to the Festival competition each year. Films explore remote landscapes, environmental issues, and action sports, offering audiences close encounters with the mountain world. The 2025/2026 World Tour presents a collection of outdoor storytelling and filmmaking from around the globe.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Thursday, September 24th

6:00PM – 11:59PM

The PARTY: Dinner in Gairloch Gardens

For the first time since 2019, guests are invited to Gairloch Gardens for an evening under the stars. Set beneath a tent overlooking Lake Ontario, The PARTY: Dinner in Gairloch Gardens brings together art, exceptional dining, and the local community in support of Oakville Galleries. Proceeds support Oakville Galleries' free access to exhibitions and programs, education initiatives, and the artist-in-residence program. Guests may arrive via complimentary valet service courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Oakville. The evening includes dinner by Kerr Street Catering, wines, cocktails by Spring Mill Distillery, and dessert by Tatin Bakehouse. Live music accompanies the elegant lakeside setting throughout the night. A live auction features exclusive experiences and contemporary artworks. The event offers an opportunity to gather with collectors, patrons, and supporters of contemporary art.

Gairloch Gardens

Thu, Sep 24 – Sun, Sep 27

Mean Girls the Musical

Mean Girls The Musical brings the iconic hit film to the stage with sharp comedy, bold music, and all the high school drama of the original. When Cady Heron enters North Shore High for the first time, she discovers that surviving the social jungle of high school may be tougher than life on the African savanna — especially when she meets Regina George and The Plastics. The musical features book by Tina Fey, music by Jeff Richmond, and lyrics by Nell Benjamin. The show includes depictions of bullying, cyberbullying, mature language, sexual innuendo, and teen drinking, as well as Mean Girl commentary on body image. It is recommended for ages 13 and up.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Friday, September 25th

12:30PM

Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi\'s Four Seasons and More | Oakville

Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons and More 🕯️ This is a tribute concert experience featuring Vivaldi's Four Seasons performed by a string quartet under candlelight at Knox Presbyterian Church. The program includes the four violin concertos (Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter) and "La Follia." Each performance runs 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show; no entry once the concert begins. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The venue is accessible for people with reduced mobility. Seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis within each zone. To preserve the experience, disruptive behaviour may result in being asked to step outside. Select your preferred date and time when purchasing tickets. This is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Vivaldi's estate or official representatives.

Knox Presbyterian Church, 89 Dunn Street, Oakville

Friday, September 25th

2:45PM

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA | Oakville

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA 🕯️ This multi-sensory concert experience features the music of Queen and ABBA performed by a string quartet under candlelight at Knox Presbyterian Church. The program includes "Dancing Queen," "SOS," "Money, Money, Money," "Voulez Vous," "Waterloo," "Super Trouper," "Mamma Mia," and "Gimme Gimme Gimme" (ABBA), alongside "Bohemian Rhapsody," "I Want to Break Free," "Killer Queen," "Don't Stop Me Now," "We Will Rock You," and "We Are the Champions" (Queen). Performed by Listeso, a string quartet based in Oakville. The show runs 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the performance; no entry is permitted once the show has started. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Disruptive behaviour may result in being asked to leave. Knox Presbyterian Church is accessible for people with reduced mobility. Seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis within each zone. Select your preferred date and time when purchasing tickets.

Knox Presbyterian Church, 89 Dunn Street, Oakville

Fri, Sep 25 – Sun, Sep 27

BOTG presents "Mean Girls" 🩷

Mean Girls The Musical brings Tina Fey's iconic film to the stage with sharp comedy, bold music, and high school drama. When Cady Heron enters North Shore High for the first time, she discovers that navigating the social hierarchy may be tougher than life on the African savanna — especially when she meets Regina George and The Plastics. The show features razor-sharp comedy, unforgettable music, and plenty of laughs alongside life lessons. However, it depicts bullying and cyberbullying, includes mature language and sexual innuendo, shows teens drinking, and contains commentary on body image. The production is recommended for ages 13 and up.

Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts

Sat, Sep 26 – Sun, Sep 27

Fall Celtic Festival

The Fall Celtic Festival is the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area's two-day outdoor celebration of the cultures of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany, the Isle of Man, and Celtic Iberia. Attendees can enjoy live performances, demonstrations, exhibits, and hands-on workshops featuring music, dance, visual arts, crafts, food traditions, costumes, languages, and folklore. The Festival designs interactive learning and play experiences for children, youth, and families, making Celtic culture vivid and engaging for all ages. Everyone is welcomed, whether discovering Celtic culture for the first time or reconnecting with ancestral roots.

Toronto Rock Athletic Centre