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The City of Vaughan is a proud annual participant of Culture Days, a free national event celebrating arts, culture, creativity and inspiration in Vaughan. Experience a weekend of free activities with family, friends and neighbours. Share how you celebrate using #VaughanCultureDays.  

Culture Days Brochure (PDF)


West Hub

Winery Tasting and Guided Tours at Magnotta
magnotta.com     
Where: 271 Chrislea Rd, Magnotta Winery, Brewery and Distillery
When: Saturday, Sept. 29 and Sunday, Sept. 30, 2 p.m. tours
About: Tour Ontario’s third largest winery, right in the heart of Vaughan. Shop over 180 world-class wines including our NEW Venture Series that support the G. Magnotta Foundation for Vector-Borne Diseases to benefit Canada's first Lyme Disease translational research lab at the University of Guelph. Browse Magnotta’s collection of original art which has inspired label designs. View the of our state-of-the art equipment used for the production of our award-winning wines and end tour with a wine tutorial.  Age 21+. Interactive indoor tours. Accessible and free parking.

NEW! Yoga and Meditation with LivBalanced Wellness
livbalancedwellness.com
Where: 9541 Weston Rd., Open House at Vellore Town Hall
When: Saturday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
About: A wellness empowering weekend filled with healthy living activities. Participate in morning or afternoon yoga and guided meditation sessions that ease the mind, body and spirit. Mats will be provided.
 
FEATURE! The Woodbridge Village Farmers Market                                                                    woodbridgefarmersmarket.com                 
Where: 5020 Hwy 7 at Islington Ave., Woodbridge Pool and Memorial Arena, parking lot
When: Saturday, Sept. 29, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
About: Enjoy a variety of fruit and vegetables from local farmers every Saturday from May to October. Learn where your food comes from and support local farmers who produce healthy and nutritious food for the community. Cash and Debit only, free parking.
 
Collective Art Mural and SEC Arts Live!
blueveil.org
Where: 7412 Kipling Ave. Vaughan, Blue Veil-Sara Elizabeth Centre (SEC)   
When: Saturday, Sept. 29 and Sunday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m to 4 p.m.
About: Collaborate on the “WE ARE CITY OF VAUGHAN-WE ARE A COMMUNITY OF LIGHT” art piece. Participate in drumming circles, painting workshops and witness the talents of SEC in a diverse and inclusive environment. Free parking.
 
Drop-in Art Classes, Façade Academy of the Arts
facadeacademy.com
Where: 3570 Rutherford Rd., Unit 93 and 94, Façade Academy of the Arts
When: Saturday, Sept. 29, noon to 5 p.m.
About: Visit the Façade Academy of the Arts and view an art class in progress! Experience the arts and enter a world of creativity. Join one of our workshops to learn portfolio development skills, and leading tips and tricks from the leading art academy in Vaughan.
Façade Explorer Workshop: noon to 2 p.m., 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Façade Imagineer Workshop:  2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
 
Discover the McMichael
mcmichael.com
Where: 10365 Islington Avenue, Kleinburg, McMichael Canadian Art Collection
When: Saturday, Sept. 29 and Sunday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
About: Discover the iconic collection of Canadian Art, featuring Artworks by Tom Thompson, the Group of Seven and contemporaries, First Nations Metis, Inuit and contemporary artists. Enjoy a tour of the permanent collection or special exhibitions. Outside explore the Artists’ Cemetery, Tom Thompson shack, Sculpture Garden and beautiful hiking trails. All ages. Interactive. Visual art. Indoor and outdoor. Free parking and admission.
 
Luna’s Magic Flute - Kinderflute Canada with Stephanie Superle
stephaniesuperle.com
Where: 10365 Islington Avenue, Kleinburg, McMichael Canadian Art Collection
When: Sunday, Sept. 30, 2 p.m. in Gallery 8
About: Cuddle up with professional flutist Stephanie Superle, as she share the story of Luna’s Magic flute. Adapting the sweet tale into a musical spectacle, Stephanie brings Luna to life with a lively score, singing and storytelling complete with illustrations. At 45 minutes, the performance will entertain and delight audiences of all ages. All ages. Interactive. Visual art. Indoor and outdoor. Free parking and admission.
 
Guided Hikes and Tours
kortright.org              
Where: 9550 Pine Valley Dr., Kortright Centre for Conservation 
When: Saturday, Sept. 29 and Sunday, Sept. 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
About: Join Kortright staff by our picnic shelter to see what we have to offer all year round. Enjoy a campfire (bring your own items to roast), dissect an owl pellet, discover interesting creatures, talk to a naturalist and find other family friendly crafts and activities. All ages. Interactive. Indoor and outdoor. Free parking and admission.
 
FEATURE! Artist FLOW - Live on-site paintings by Vaughan artist Samantha Pasut 
Where: City-wide locations. Follow @cityofvaughan for live locations!
When: Saturday, Sept. 29 and Sunday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
About: Artist Samantha Pasut will paint a piece inspired by culture days activities on-site throughout the weekend. Follow Samantha on Instagram @SamanthaPasut and meet the artist on location! Post your picture with the artist to win an original piece of artwork!  

Centre Hub/VMC

FEATURE! Figura  – with Thinkin Educational Services
vaughanmills.com
thinkined.com
Where: 1 Bass Pro Mills Dr.,  Vaughan Mills Shopping Mall - Discovery Court (between Entrances 2 and 3)
When: Sunday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
About: Get ready to shape your world on Culture Days! Interact with innovative ideas and intriguing materials at Vaughan Mills.  

NEW! Tai Chi Journey – Lunch Sessions in VMC
taichijourney.ca
Where: 100 New Park Pl., KPMG Tower, Main Floor
When: Friday, Sept. 28, 11:45 a.m and 12:30 p.m.
About: Experience the art of tai chi led by masters of The Tai Chi Journey Centre in Vaughan. No special clothing or experience is required for this indoor activity.
 
NEW! Live Well Festival – Vaughan by Elspeth Heyworth Centre for Women and Arras Arts
ehcw.ca/live-well-festival
Where: 601 Cityview Blvd., Trio Sportplex
When: Saturday, Sept. 29, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
About: Learn about healthy living and wellness at the Live Well Festival! Improve your mental, emotional and spiritual well-being through workshops and yoga sessions.
 
Cultura Latina by Fuerza Latina Community Services
fuerzalatinaservices.org
Where: 2141 Major Mackenzie Dr., Vaughan City Hall, Multi-Purpose Room
When: Saturday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
About: Join Fuerza Latina and dance to the beats of salsa! Celebrate Latino culture with live music, and traditional arts and crafts display.
 
FEATURE! Vaughan Fan Con
vaughanpl.info
Where: 2191 Major Mackenzie Drive, Vaughan Civic Centre Resource Library
When: Saturday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
About: Vaughan gets its Con on! Join us for a day-long event filled with workshops, cosplay, gaming, special guests, and more, as we celebrate the fandoms we love. All ages. Interactive. Indoor. Free parking and admission.
 
smART cities: exploring the digital frontier
vaughan.ca/culture
Where: 2141 Major Mackenzie Drive, Vaughan City Hall, On the Slate Gallery
When: Saturday, Sept. 29 and Sunday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
About: Experience the collaboration of art and science in an exhibition of playful maps by digital artist Ron Wild to animate the transformative role technology plays in Vaughan’s digital evolution. 
 
NEW! St. Andrews Presbyterian Church Historical Tour and Art
standrewspresmaple.ca
Where: 9860 Keele St. Maple, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church
When: Saturday, Sept. 29, 9 a.m. to noon
About: Enjoy a guided tour of the home to one of the oldest congregations in Maple, established in 1829. Marvel at the beauty of this textbook example of carpenter’s Gothic style building adorned with wood ornamentation common in Ontario’s early Victorian and pre-Confederation architecture. 

EAST HUB

Terry Fox: Running to the Heart of Canada
vaughanpl.info                             
Where: 1441 Clark Ave. W, Dufferin Clark Library
When: Saturday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 30, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
About: Visit the travelling exhibition organized by the Canadian Museum of History, in partnership with the Terry Fox Centre! An indoor activity for all ages with visual arts. Accessible. Free parking.
 
Caribbean Cultural Celebrations
taccathornhillafricancaribbean.canic.ws                          
Where: 1441 Clark Ave. W, Dufferin Clark Community Centre, Activity Room 1
When: Saturday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
About: Experience the Caribbean! Enjoy food tastings, browse art and hand-crafted displays, and listen to live music with the Thornhill African Caribbean Canadian Association steel drum band. Accessible. Free parking.
 
FEATURE! Vaughan Art and Music Festival
micayladoria.com                                                                    
Where: 121 Centre St., JEH MacDonald House
When: Friday, Sept. 28 to Sunday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Join us for a unique collective art experience featuring artists from Vaughan and York Region. Be part of the dance and creative workshops. Show off your poetry and spoken word skills at open mic night! Check schedule for all activities. Accessible. Free parking.
Gallery exhibit: Friday, Sept. 28, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m (reception), Saturday and Sunday 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Open mic night: Friday, Sept. 28, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
 
FEATURE! Local Food Celebration
vaughan.ca/environment                                                                      
Where: 121 Centre St., JEH MacDonald House
When: Saturday, Sept. 29, noon to 4 p.m.
About: Celebrate local food by learning about local farms, agriculture and healthy eating.  Free food samples on site. Accessible. Free parking.
 
NEW! Dogs of Vaughan ‘UNLEASHED’ Event - Woof-A-Palooza Community Organization
woofapalooza.ca
Where: 299 Racco Pkwy., Concord Thornhill Regional Park Off-Leash Dog Park
When: Sunday, Sept. 30, noon to 4 p.m.
About: Join the Woof-A-Palooza team and unleash some tail wagging fun at Vaughan’s only off-leash dog park. ‘Pup’ culture, pet exhibitors, treats and more! All ages. Interactive. Outdoor. Accessible and free parking. Pet friendly.
 
Focus on African Heritage: Monolinguistics with a Twist
Thornhill African Canadian Association presents Nadine Williams 
nadinewilliams.ca
Where: 1441 Clark Ave., Dufferin Clark Community Centre - Activity Room 1
When: Saturday, Sept. 29, 12 to 4 p.m.
About: Nadine Williams, Award Winning Poet/Author and Artist in Education, performs an animated monologue reading of  her original 10 black history month poems, with singalongs and Q and A. All ages. Interactive. Indoor. Accessible. Free parking and admission. Nadine will have her books available for purchase on site.
 

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