Events happening in Oakville.

Sunday, August 23rd

1:30PM – 2:30PM

Grand Illusion & Magic Show at Dave & Buster's Oakville

Grand Illusion & Magic Show by Edllusion Entertainment features dazzling grand illusions, sleight-of-hand mastery, and interactive moments. The high-energy performance combines mystery and wonder with moments designed to engage audiences of all ages. The show includes grand illusions, close-up sleight-of-hand, and interactive segments that invite audience participation. Individual admission is $20. A Family 4 Pack is available for $99.99 (listed value $120). Power Cards and drink ticket add-ons are available for purchase. Arrive at any time on the day of the show to enjoy arcade gameplay at Dave & Buster's before the performance. Check in at the front desk upon arrival. All children must be accompanied by an adult. All adults require a ticket for entry. Children under 2 do not need a ticket but will not receive a Power Card. Once purchased, all tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Restrictions may apply; see the store for details. Questions: Contact Paige Moyce at 289-807-0356 or paige.moyce@daveandbusters.com.

Dave & Buster's Oakville · $22.90 – $108.46 CAD

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

Fri, Sep 18 – Sun, Sep 20

God of Carnage

Back by popular demand, God of Carnage is a play by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton and directed by Yo Mustafa. Originally written in French as Le Dieu du carnage and first published in 2008, the play follows two sets of parents who meet to discuss a playground incident in which one couple's son has hurt the other couple's son. What begins as a civilized conversation gradually devolves into chaos as the parents become increasingly childish and their composure unravels.

Oakville Centre — Studio Theatre - Lower Level

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

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

Monday, September 28th

7:00PM – 8:00PM

In Conversation With Rick Campanelli

Rick Campanelli, a fixture in Canadian broadcasting for three decades, discusses his memoir Tempted in this in-conversation event. The book recounts his journey from childhood in Hamilton through his years at MuchMusic and ET Canada, revealing behind-the-scenes struggles that nearly derailed his life. Campanelli is known for his work on MuchMusic, ET Canada, and The Traitors Canada, and currently hosts Rewind with Rick Campanelli on CHFI and appears on Breakfast Television.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Sunday, October 4th

5:00PM – 9:00PM

West End Jazz Presents: Tony Bennett Duets

The West End Jazz series presents a dinner theatre featuring two of Canada's finest jazz vocalists, Whitney Ross Barris and Sam Broverman. 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.

Oakville Conference Centre

Wednesday, October 14th

7:30PM – 9:30PM

The Musical Journey of Neil Diamond

Jay White performs a Neil Diamond tribute concert, drawing on over 50 years of Diamond's music that has resonated across generations. White has received Neil Diamond's written and verbal approval and has performed on Diamond's stages, where Diamond encouraged him to "Keep up the good work." The production combines Broadway theatricality with live concert energy, recreating Diamond's charismatic presence through his most beloved songs. The show concludes with a patriotic finale. Presented by VaughnCo Entertainment.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Sunday, October 25th

1:00PM – 3:00PM

The Velveteen Rabbit

The Velveteen Rabbit is a musical adaptation by Mya Leworthy, Naomi Jijina, and Lucy Ellis. On Christmas Eve, a young boy sneaks downstairs to search for a toy rocket among the presents. His grandmother discovers him and agrees to let him stay up late — but only if he listens to her story about a toy called the Velveteen Rabbit. Performance begins at 1:00 p.m. at Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts, 130 Navy Street, Oakville.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Friday, November 13th

8:00PM

Story Slam

Big Ticket, Studio Sessions hosts a Story Slam Series celebrating community and human dignity. Each storyteller presents a personal narrative shaped by the Hero's Journey framework — a narrative pattern identified by mythologist Joseph Campbell that explores how storytelling relates to our search for truth, meaning, and significance. The process is intensive and creative, requiring storytellers to examine their own experiences deeply. The series creates an authentic interaction between storytellers and audience, combining moments of laughter and reflection as each person shares their story.

Oakville Centre — Studio Theatre - Lower Level

Saturday, November 14th

8:00PM

Miigis: Underwater Panther

Dance Miigis is a contemporary dance work inspired by the epic journey of the Anishinaabe along ancient water routes from the Atlantic Ocean to the Great Lakes. Choreographed and directed by Sandra Laronde in collaboration with the performers, the 50-minute performance explores themes of origin, memory, spirit beings, and the Seven Fire Prophecies through striking movement, music, and visual design. Red Sky Performance is an Indigenous-led company creating bold new works of dance, theatre, music, and multimedia. The company brings contemporary Indigenous arts and culture to audiences across Canada and around the world.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Fri, Nov 20 – Sun, Nov 22

Glengarry Glen Ross

Written by David Mamet and directed by Yo Mustafa, this production follows a group of struggling salesmen in a cut-throat real estate office fighting to get ahead. With their livelihoods on the line, they manipulate clients and each other in a ruthless battle for survival. As pressure mounts, the line between ambition and corruption blurs, and deception, rivalry, and desperation take hold.

Oakville Centre — Studio Theatre - Lower Level

Thursday, December 3rd

8:00PM

Marsh Marigolds: An Agricultural Thriller

Big Ticket is a new drama from the creators of the beloved Wingfield Farm series. The work blends rural mystery, dry wit, and farm-fresh romance, described as "a rural noir — as if Raymond Chandler got lost in Persephone Township." The story follows Hope, Walt Wingfield's grown daughter, who now works at Queen's Park. Her former boyfriend Ray has returned to Persephone Township and works at the last printed newspaper in Hillhurst Country. As Ray and Hope's paths intersect, the newspaper's editor — a character beloved by fans of the Wingfield shows — begins to piece together mysterious elements unfolding in the world of agriculture.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Saturday, December 5th

1:00PM

Lady Next Door

Two neighbours share a common courtyard — Huguette, exuberant and free-spirited, and Vana, orderly and organized. Their clashing lifestyles create constant friction: Huguette hangs laundry to loud music, sets up a tent for backyard camping, and practices acrobatic bike tricks, while Vana is most bothered by Huguette's perpetually overflowing garbage cans. Through the chaos, the neighbours gradually learn to communicate and understand each other better. A glimmer of friendship emerges as they discover they may not be so different after all. This female clown duo delivers physical comedy and heart — expect to laugh until you cry.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Thursday, December 31st

1:00PM

Grand Illusion: EdIllusion

The Grand Illusion Show is a 90-minute live theatre experience blending grand illusions, mind-reading, comedy, and high-energy theatrical showmanship. A dynamic cast of professional assistants and dancers performs stunning visual illusions, shocking reveals, and crowd-pleasing comedy throughout the evening. The production delivers the excitement and polish of a Vegas-style show, with impossible moments that feel straight from television. Suitable for audiences of all ages, it works equally well for families, friends, or group nights out.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Thu, Jan 21 – Sun, Jan 24

Plaza Suite

Neil Simon's Plaza Suite presents three interconnected comedies set in Suite 719 at The Plaza Hotel in New York. The first follows nervous parents preparing for their daughter's wedding; the second features a Hollywood producer attempting to rekindle a romance with an old flame; the third depicts a long-married couple navigating their anniversary celebration. Each story explores love, chaos, and the messy, human moments of relationships through sharp wit and memorable characters.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium

Friday, January 29th

7:00PM

No Excuses, No Limits

No Excuses, No Limits 🎤 ILL-Abilities is an international award-winning breakdance crew comprising Bboys with disabilities. The ensemble has performed in over 25 countries and reached more than 1 million audiences globally. This production takes audiences on a journey through each dancer's personal story, combining dance, music, and audience interaction to explore the limitless possibilities within any person. The show sold out 10 sessions at Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., USA. The crew's name plays on the word "ill," a term from hip-hop culture used to describe something positive and exceptional. ILL-Abilities uses dance, optimistic attitudes, and personal narratives to inspire and spread positive thinking.

Oakville Centre — AEG Liebherr Auditorium