BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Pickering Events Calendar// X-WR-CALNAME:Pickering Events X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Toronto BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:SPRING Program Preview and Registration DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260309T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260309T080000 DESCRIPTION:SPRING Programs are viewable from TODAY\nRegistration for Pick ering residents starts:\nThursday\, March 26 for Fitness & Leisure program s (including summer camps).\nThursday\, April 2 for Aquatics programs.\nRe gistration for non-residents starts April 2 for Fitness\, Leisure & camps\ , and April 9 for Aquatics programs.\npickering.ca/recreation LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex | 1867 Valley Farm Road\, Pickering\, ON URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-03-09-0700-SPRING-Prog ram-Preview-and-Registration END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FREE PUBLIC SKATE DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T140000 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex Arena - 1867 Valley Farm Road\, Pickering L1V 3Y7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-03-17-1300-FREE-PUBLIC -SKATE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FREE PUBLIC SWIM DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T200000 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex Arena - 1867 Valley Farm Road\, Pickering L1V 3Y7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-03-17-1900-FREE-PUBLIC -SWIM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sparky's Birthday DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260320T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260320T113000 DESCRIPTION:Happy Birthday\, Sparky!\nThe City of Pickering is excited to celebrate Sparky the Fire Dog\, the beloved and trusted fire safety icon w ho has helped children and families learn essential safety practices.\nJoi n us on Friday\, March 20\, 2026\, for a fun and engaging day as we honor Sparky’s ongoing commitment to keeping our community safe—and wish him a very happy birthday! LOCATION:Fire Station #1. 1700 Zents Dr\, Pickering URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-03-20-1030-Sparkys-Bir thday END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:55+ Big Band Event DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260322T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260322T150000 DESCRIPTION:Sunday Afternoon Big Band Event\nAdults 55+\nThis social event features live entertainment by the George Lake Big Band. Attendees can ex pect a wonderful afternoon\, full of live music and entertainment for your listening and dancing pleasure.\nLight refreshments are included with tic ket purchase. LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex Arena - 1867 Valley Farm Road\, Pickering L1V 3Y7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-03-22-1400-55-Big-Band -Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spotlight Series: Playing Online Games for Seniors DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T193000 DESCRIPTION:Free Adult 55+ Seminar\nPlaying Online Games for Seniors\nGame s aren’t just for kids\; they’re a great way to keep your brain sharp and your spirits high! This session will showcase a variety of online game s that are easy to learn and fun to play. Come discover your new favourite LOCATION:George Ashe Community Centre - 470 Kingston Road\, Pickering URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-03-26-1830-Spotlight-S eries-Playing-Online-Games-for-Seniors END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spotlight Series: Taking Charge of Your Health Care DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260402T193000 DESCRIPTION:Free Seminar for Adults 55+\nTake Charge of Your Health: The P ower of Your Health History\nPresented by Silver Scribe\, Seneca Polytechn ic\nWhat would happen if you faced a medical emergency while travelling? O r if your longtime family doctor suddenly retired?\nFor many older adults\ , these “what ifs” can feel overwhelming\; but they don’t have to be .\nIn this empowering session\, you will learn how scattered or incomplete health records can affect your care\; and discover simple\, practical ste ps you can take\ntoday\nto protect yourself.\nWhy You’ll Love This Sessi on\nTrusted and credible: Learn how to partner with your doctor for faster \, better care.\nEmpowering and practical: Real stories\, real examples\, and easy-to-follow tips you can use right away.\nDesigned for older adults : No technical skills needed - just helpful guidance that makes sense.\nTa ke the worry out of managing your healthcare. Your health history is your power\, learn how to use it. LOCATION:George Ashe Community Centre - 470 Kingston Road\, Pickering URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-04-02-1830-Spotlight-S eries-Taking-Charge-of-Your-Health-Care END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Easter Parade DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260404T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260404T110000 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:Route Available on Webpage URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-04-04-1000-Easter-Para de END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pre-Teen Social Event: April DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T200000 DESCRIPTION:This months theme is yet to be announced...\nFor students in g rades 5 - 8 only.  Pre-teen social events offer a safe\, supervised\, fun night out for Pickering youth.  Each event features a specially themed n ight with music\, games\, activities\, & prizes!\nSee website for complete details.\nTickets\nmust be purchased in advance.\npickering.ca/preteensoc ial LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex - 1867 Valley Farm Road\, Pickering URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-04-24-1900-Pre-Teen-So cial-Event-April END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hip Hop in the Park DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T130000 DESCRIPTION:Bring your friends\, your energy\, and your love for the beat\ , to this celebration of community\, creativity\, self-expression\, and y outh.\nImmerse yourself in the music\, art\, and culture as we turn the pa rk into a living\, breathing hip hop haven!\nLive DJ and music\nGraffiti art and activities\nBreakdance Battles\nSkateboarding\, basketball\, games & more\nFree giveaways & prizes!\nAll are welcome to join us for a day fi lled with positivity and passion.\nFor a complete list of Youth Week activ ities\, visit our website.\nnote: Diana Princess of Wales Skate Park is lo cated at the back of Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex LOCATION:Diana Princess of Wales Skate Park - 1867 Valley Farm Road\, Pick ering URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-05-02-1200-Hip-Hop-in- the-Park END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spotlight Series: Container Gardening DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T180000 DESCRIPTION:Free Seminar for Adults 55+\nContainer Gardening Workshop\nPre sented by Durham Master Gardeners\nDiscover the secrets to growing vibrant \, healthy plants in containers! This engaging presentation introduces par ticipants to all the essential elements of successful container gardening. Whether you're working with a balcony\, patio\, small yard\, or simply wa nt to add greenery to your outdoor spaces\, this session will equip you wi th the knowledge to design and maintain beautiful container displays.\nPar ticipants will learn how to choose the right containers\, select the best soil blends for optimal plant health\, and identify plants that thrive in container environments. The presentation also explores how to create visua lly appealing arrangements by considering colour\, texture\, scale\, and s hape. Perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike\, this program wi ll inspire confidence to grow stunning containers all season long. LOCATION:Dr. Nelson F. Tomlinson Community Centre | 4941 Old Brock Rd\, Cl aremont\, ON L1Y 1A9 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-05-07-1700-Spotlight-S eries-Container-Gardening END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Art Unveiling of Mr. Dressup's Magic DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260508T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260508T183000 DESCRIPTION:Come and join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of Ernie Coombs with a new public artwork. Ernie Coombs was best known for his role as the beloved children's character\, Mr. Dressup. Mr. Dressup aired for 29 years\, from 1967 to 1996\, with over 4\,000 episodes produced. He live d in Pickering from 1970-2001. This free\, family friendly\, community eve nt\, will unveil the new artwork titled "Mr. Dressup's Magic" by artist Ks eniya Tsoy.  The event will feature remarks from dignitaries\, refreshmen ts and fun activities for the whole family. LOCATION:East Woodlands Park\, 470 P Kingston Road\, Pickering URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-05-08-1730-Public-Art- Unveiling-of-Mr-Dressups-Magic2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Petapolooza DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260509T110000 DESCRIPTION:Petapolooza is an annual event that brings together pet owners and enthusiasts within our community. It gives our community the opportun ity to meet industry professionals\, rescue groups\, and others in the pet industry.\nThank you to everyone that attended Petapolooza 2025.  It was a huge success that saw a record-breaking attendance of 4\,500 people and raised over $36\,000\, including an amazing $11\,729.45 in day-of donatio ns from you\, the public.\nPetapolooza is Animal Services largest fundrais er with all proceeds going towards building Pickering a permanent animal s helter and/or for the day to day care of animals housed at the shelter\, i ncluding unforeseen medical costs. LOCATION:Esplanade Park URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-05-09-1000-Petapolooza END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Artfest DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T120000 DESCRIPTION:Celebrate creativity and community at Artfest\, in Esplanade P ark! This two-day festival showcases the vibrant work of emerging and loca l artists\, artisans\, independent authors\, and performers\, offering som ething for everyone. Join us for a weekend of creativity\, connection\, an d celebration! LOCATION:Esplanade Park\, 1 The Esplanade\, Pickering L1V 6V4 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-05-23-1100-Artfest2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Artfest DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260524T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260524T120000 DESCRIPTION:Celebrate creativity and community at Artfest\, in Esplanade P ark! This two-day festival showcases the vibrant work of emerging and loca l artists\, artisans\, independent authors\, and performers\, offering som ething for everyone. Join us for a weekend of creativity\, connection\, an d celebration! LOCATION:Esplanade Park\, 1 The Esplanade\, Pickering L1V 6V4 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-05-24-1100-Artfest2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Duffins Creek Festival DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T110000 DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first ever Duffins Creek Festival! Explore the Pickering Museum Village and our brand new Dorsay Community and Heritage Centre while learning all about our Duffins Creek! Join us for an artisan vendor market\, live entertainment\, education stations that explore the l and and ecosystem of Duffins Creek\, and outdoor adventure activities! Wit h entertainment\, education\, and culture all in one place – the Duffins Creek Festival offers a meaningful experience for all ages and fosters a curiosity for the land that sustains us! LOCATION:Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre/Pickering Museum Village URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-05-30-1000-Duffins-Cre ek-Festival END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Big Band Event & Seniors' Month Celebration DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260607T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260607T150000 DESCRIPTION:Adults 55+\nThis social event features live entertainment by t he George Lake Big Band. Attendees can expect a wonderful afternoon\, full of live music and entertainment for your listening and dancing pleasure.\ nThe 2026 Senior of the Year will be announced and recognized as part of t his Seniors’ Month Celebrations.\nLight refreshments are included with t icket purchase. LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex - 1867 Valley Farm Road\, Pickering L1V 3Y7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-06-07-1400-Big-Band-Ev ent-amp-Seniors-Month-Celebration END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spotlight Series: Sound Meditaion DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T110000 DESCRIPTION:Free Seminar for Adults 55+\nSound Meditation Workshop\nPresen ted by Project Healing\nImmerse yourself in the calming world of sound med itation\; a mindful practice that uses music\, rhythm\, and soothing tones to quiet the mind and deepen your meditative experience.\nThis session in troduces participants to the ancient roots of sound‑based meditation and explores how it can enhance focus\, sharpen mental clarity\, and support overall emotional balance. Through guided listening and gentle sound techn iques\, you’ll discover how sound vibrations can ease anxiety\, promote deep relaxation\, and cultivate a restorative sense of well‑being.\nPerf ect for beginners and experienced meditators alike\, this program offers a peaceful space to unwind\, reconnect\, and recharge. LOCATION:Dr. Nelson F. Tomlinson Community Centre | 4941 Old Brock Rd\, Cl aremont\, ON L1Y 1A9 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-06-10-1000-Spotlight-S eries-Sound-Meditaion END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Canada Day DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260701T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260701T130000 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:Esplanade Park URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-01-1200-Canada-Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Canada Day at Kinsmen Park DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260701T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260701T200000 DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Pickering to celebrate Canada Day\, Wednesday \, July 1\nst\n\, at the annual Canada Day Concert in Kinsmen Park. Enjoy live music on the big stage\, food trucks\, fireworks\, and lots of fun fo r all ages.\nMore information is available at\nhttps://pickering.ca/canada day\nas it becomes available. LOCATION:Kinsmen Park\, 705 Sandy Beach Rd\, Pickering\, ON L1W 3X5 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-01-1900-Canada-Day- at-Kinsmen-Park END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waterfront Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260702T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260702T200000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Thursdays at Millenium Square\, st arting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair s and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summer lon g. LOCATION:505 Liverpool Rd\, Pickering\, ON L1W 1P9 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-02-1900-Waterfront- Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rick Johnson Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260703T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260703T183000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Fridays at Rick Johnson Memorial P ark starting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summ er long. LOCATION:2631 Sapphire Dr\, Pickering\, ON L1X 0H3 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-03-1730-Rick-Johnso n-Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Esplanade Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260705T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260705T150000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Sundays starting in July for the a nnual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves t o Esplanade Park and dance to a variety of live music all summer long LOCATION:1 The Esplanade\, Pickering\, ON L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-05-1400-Esplanade-S ummer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waterfront Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260709T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260709T200000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Thursdays at Millenium Square\, st arting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair s and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summer lon g. LOCATION:505 Liverpool Rd\, Pickering\, ON L1W 1P9 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-09-1900-Waterfront- Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rick Johnson Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260710T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260710T183000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Fridays at Rick Johnson Memorial P ark starting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summ er long. LOCATION:2631 Sapphire Dr\, Pickering\, ON L1X 0H3 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-10-1730-Rick-Johnso n-Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Esplanade Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260712T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260712T150000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Sundays starting in July for the a nnual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves t o Esplanade Park and dance to a variety of live music all summer long LOCATION:1 The Esplanade\, Pickering\, ON L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-12-1400-Esplanade-S ummer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DCHC Movie Night DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260715T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260715T190000 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:2365 6th Concession Road\, Greenwood URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-15-1800-DCHC-Movie- Night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waterfront Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T200000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Thursdays at Millenium Square\, st arting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair s and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summer lon g. LOCATION:505 Liverpool Rd\, Pickering\, ON L1W 1P9 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-16-1900-Waterfront- Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rick Johnson Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260717T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260717T183000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Fridays at Rick Johnson Memorial P ark starting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summ er long. LOCATION:2631 Sapphire Dr\, Pickering\, ON L1X 0H3 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-17-1730-Rick-Johnso n-Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Esplanade Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260719T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260719T150000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Sundays starting in July for the a nnual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves t o Esplanade Park and dance to a variety of live music all summer long LOCATION:1 The Esplanade\, Pickering\, ON L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-19-1400-Esplanade-S ummer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waterfront Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T200000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Thursdays at Millenium Square\, st arting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair s and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summer lon g. LOCATION:505 Liverpool Rd\, Pickering\, ON L1W 1P9 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-23-1900-Waterfront- Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rick Johnson Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260724T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260724T183000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Fridays at Rick Johnson Memorial P ark starting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summ er long. LOCATION:2631 Sapphire Dr\, Pickering\, ON L1X 0H3 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-24-1730-Rick-Johnso n-Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Esplanade Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260726T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260726T150000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Sundays starting in July for the a nnual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves t o Esplanade Park and dance to a variety of live music all summer long LOCATION:1 The Esplanade\, Pickering\, ON L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-26-1400-Esplanade-S ummer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waterfront Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260730T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260730T200000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Thursdays at Millenium Square\, st arting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair s and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summer lon g. LOCATION:505 Liverpool Rd\, Pickering\, ON L1W 1P9 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-30-1900-Waterfront- Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rick Johnson Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260731T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260731T183000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Fridays at Rick Johnson Memorial P ark starting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summ er long. LOCATION:2631 Sapphire Dr\, Pickering\, ON L1X 0H3 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-07-31-1730-Rick-Johnso n-Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Esplanade Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260802T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260802T150000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Sundays starting in July for the a nnual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves t o Esplanade Park and dance to a variety of live music all summer long LOCATION:1 The Esplanade\, Pickering\, ON L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-02-1400-Esplanade-S ummer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waterfront Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T200000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Thursdays at Millenium Square\, st arting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair s and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summer lon g. LOCATION:505 Liverpool Rd\, Pickering\, ON L1W 1P9 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-06-1900-Waterfront- Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rick Johnson Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T183000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Fridays at Rick Johnson Memorial P ark starting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summ er long. LOCATION:2631 Sapphire Dr\, Pickering\, ON L1X 0H3 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-07-1730-Rick-Johnso n-Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waterfront Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T200000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Thursdays at Millenium Square\, st arting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair s and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summer lon g. LOCATION:505 Liverpool Rd\, Pickering\, ON L1W 1P9 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-13-1900-Waterfront- Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rick Johnson Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260814T183000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Fridays at Rick Johnson Memorial P ark starting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summ er long. LOCATION:2631 Sapphire Dr\, Pickering\, ON L1X 0H3 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-14-1730-Rick-Johnso n-Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Esplanade Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260816T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260816T150000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Sundays starting in July for the a nnual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves t o Esplanade Park and dance to a variety of live music all summer long LOCATION:1 The Esplanade\, Pickering\, ON L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-16-1400-Esplanade-S ummer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DCHC Movie Night DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T190000 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:2365 6th Concession Road\, Greenwood URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-19-1800-DCHC-Movie- Night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waterfront Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T200000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Thursdays at Millenium Square\, st arting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair s and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summer lon g. LOCATION:505 Liverpool Rd\, Pickering\, ON L1W 1P9 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-20-1900-Waterfront- Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Movie Night in the Park DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260821T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260821T190000 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:Rick Johnson Memorial Park\, 2631 Sapphire Drive\, Pickering\, L1 X 0H3 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-21-1800-Movie-Night -in-the-Park2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Esplanade Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260823T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260823T150000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Sundays starting in July for the a nnual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves t o Esplanade Park and dance to a variety of live music all summer long LOCATION:1 The Esplanade\, Pickering\, ON L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-23-1400-Esplanade-S ummer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Waterfront Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T200000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Thursdays at Millenium Square\, st arting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair s and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summer lon g. LOCATION:505 Liverpool Rd\, Pickering\, ON L1W 1P9 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-27-1900-Waterfront- Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rick Johnson Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260828T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260828T183000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Fridays at Rick Johnson Memorial P ark starting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves and dance to a variety of live music all summ er long. LOCATION:2631 Sapphire Dr\, Pickering\, ON L1X 0H3 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-28-1730-Rick-Johnso n-Summer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Esplanade Summer Concerts DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260830T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260830T150000 DESCRIPTION:The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2026 Summer Concert Series.\nJoin the City of Pickering on Sundays starting in July for the a nnual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves t o Esplanade Park and dance to a variety of live music all summer long LOCATION:1 The Esplanade\, Pickering\, ON L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-08-30-1400-Esplanade-S ummer-Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cultural Fusion DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T120000 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:2365 6th Concession Road\, Greenwood URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-09-12-1100-Cultural-Fu sion END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Fling DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261017T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261017T123000 DESCRIPTION:Fall Fling celebrates all things Fall with pumpkin decorating\ , photo stops\, fall décor\, live performers\, Halloween costume contests \, trick-or-treating\, hands-on crafts\, and local artisans in the vendor market. Join us for two days of Fall Fun at Millennium Square! LOCATION:Millennium Square\, Liverpool Rd\, L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-10-17-1130-Fall-Fling2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall Fling DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T123000 DESCRIPTION:Fall Fling celebrates all things Fall with pumpkin decorating\ , photo stops\, fall décor\, live performers\, Halloween costume contests \, trick-or-treating\, hands-on crafts\, and local artisans in the vendor market. Join us for two days of Fall Fun at Millennium Square! LOCATION:Millennium Square\, Liverpool Rd\, L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-10-24-1130-Fall-Fling2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DCHC Movie Night DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T190000 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:2365 6th Concession Road\, Greenwood URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-10-24-1800-DCHC-Movie- Night END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Winter Nights\, City Lights DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261113T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261113T183000 DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-day celebration at Esplanade Park featuring dazzling lights\, fireworks\, live entertainment\, and family-friendly act ivities. Explore food and artisan vendors\, illuminated games\, roaming ch aracters\, and special activations in CHDRC for an unforgettable experienc e. LOCATION:1 The Esplanade\, Pickering\, ON L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-11-13-1730-Winter-Nigh ts-City-Lights END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Winter Nights\, City Lights DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261114T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261114T183000 DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-day celebration at Esplanade Park featuring dazzling lights\, fireworks\, live entertainment\, and family-friendly act ivities. Explore food and artisan vendors\, illuminated games\, roaming ch aracters\, and special activations in CHDRC for an unforgettable experienc e. LOCATION:1 The Esplanade\, Pickering\, ON L1V 6K7 URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-11-14-1730-Winter-Nigh ts-City-Lights END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Santa Claus Parade DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261121T110000 DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Pickering in partnership with the Kinsmen & K inette Club in celebrating the annual Santa Claus Parade. With extravagant floats from Pickering businesses and community groups\, marching bands\, and Santa Claus himself\, the Santa Claus Parade is the spectacle to kick off everyone’s holiday season. This is a joyous celebration that will im press all ages.\nMore information about the event and how you can particip ate is available at\nhttps://pickering.ca/santaclausparade LOCATION:Route Available on Webpage URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-11-21-1000-Santa-Claus -Parade END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261205T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261205T123000 DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Pickering and Nautical Village businesses for an exciting event in Millennium Square this Winter! Enjoy an opening day live ice carving\, select holiday vendors\, winter character performers\, buskers\, s’mores stations\, and arts and crafts. LOCATION:Millenium Square URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-12-05-1130-Winter-Wond erland END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Winter Wonderland DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261212T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261212T123000 DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Pickering and Nautical Village businesses for an exciting event in Millennium Square this Winter! Enjoy an opening day live ice carving\, select holiday vendors\, winter character performers\, buskers\, s’mores stations\, and arts and crafts. LOCATION:Millenium Square URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-12-12-1130-Winter-Wond erland END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:New Year's Eve Family Countdown DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261231T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261231T193000 DESCRIPTION: LOCATION:Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex URL:https://events.pickering.ca/default/Detail/2026-12-31-1830-New-Years-E ve-Family-Countdown END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR