Youth Week
Calling all young artists, creators, foodies, entrepreneurs and sports and fitness enthusiasts!
We’re celebrating YOU(th) in honour of National Youth Week. From Thursday, May 1 to Wednesday, May 7, the City will host a variety of FREE activities for youth ages 10 to 17 at Vaughan community centres, fitness centres and the Vaughan Studios & Event Space.
Rock n’ Bowl (kick-off event)
Have some ‘spare’ time? Strike up some fun with your friends in our four-lane, five-pin bowling alley. And don’t forget to bring your favourite music playlist to blast on the surround sound speaker system.
- Maple Community Centre | May 1 | 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. | Register now!
- Maple Community Centre | May 1 | 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Register now!
Youth Week Pool Party
Soak in some fun at our Youth Week party – in the pool! While you swim, chill out to cool music. It’s not a pool party without some swag... guests will receive a small keepsake to take home. Note: Participants must adhere to the City of Vaughan’s Pool Admission Guidelines. For details, visit vaughan.ca/swim.
- Vellore Village Community Centre | May 4 | 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Register now!
Rock 'n Skate (wrap-up event)
Grab a friend and glide into this last blast of Youth Week. Hit the rink at this supervised, rec skate for youth aged 10-17 years. Helmets are highly recommended for new skaters. Hockey sticks, pucks and nets are not permitted.
- Al Palladini Community Centre | May 7 | 8:10 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | Register now!
Score big during Youth Week (prizes and giveaways!)
To turn up the excitement during Youth Week, three major events will feature epic prize draws: the Rock & Bowl kick-off event, the Pool Party and the Rock & Skate wrap-up event. Attendees will have the chance to win Apple AirPods, a JBL Flip 5 Waterproof Bluetooth Wireless Speaker and a variety of gift cards (Amazon, Tim Hortons, McDonald’s and Sport Chek) — plus coveted YETI water bottles. Thanks to generous community support, the City has also secured more than $400 worth of pizza from Pizza Nova to keep players fueled at every 3-on-3 basketball tournament across the city, along with Decathlon gift cards for added giveaways.
Save 30% on 1-month Student Fitness Memberships: May 1 to August 31
Students: Find your strong this summer with a (discounted!) Vaughan Fitness membership.
From May 1 to August 31 students ages 13-25 can save 30% on a 1-month fitness membership. The discounted fee is $34.70 (plus HST).
Members have limitless access to six fitness centres and amenities, including squash courts, saunas and indoor tracks, as well as all fitness classes. Plus, FREE access to recreational swimming, skating and shinny hockey (seasonal), sports and game rooms at any Vaughan community centre.
To purchase a student fitness membership, complete a Vaughan Fitness Student Membership Application and bring the form to your local community centre to process the membership. Valid student I.D. required as well as proof of full-time student status.
View fitness locations and amenities at vaughan.ca/fitness
Registered programs schedule
FREE Drop-in Schedule
Sports
| Activity | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament | Thursday, May 1 | 4 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. | Garnet A. Williams Community Centre |
| 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament | Friday, May 2 | 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | Chancellor Community Centre |
| 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament | Friday, May 2 | 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Vellore Village Community Centre |
| Badminton Tournament | Friday, May 2 | 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. | Maple Community Centre |
| 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament | Monday, May 5 | 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Al Palladini Community Centre |
| 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament | Monday, May 5 | 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | Father E. Bulfon Community Centre |
| 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament | Tuesday, May 6 | 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | Maple Community Centre |
| YRP Volleyball Challenge | Tuesday, May 6 | 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Vellore Village Community Centre |
| 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament | Wednesday, May 7 | 3 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. | Dufferin Clark Community Centre |
| 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament | Wednesday, May 7 | 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | North Thornhill Community Centre |
Swimming
| Activity | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length Swim | Thursday, May 1 | 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. | Vellore Village Community Centre |
| Rec Swim + Fitness Challenge | Saturday, May 3 | 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. | Al Palladini Community Centre |
| Rec Swim + CPR/AED Demo | Saturday, May 3 | 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. | Maple Community Centre |
| Rec Swim + Line Throw Challenge | Saturday, May 3 | 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. | North Thornhill Community Centre |
| Rec Swim + Fitness Challenge | Saturday, May 3 | 1:45 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. | Woodbridge Pool & Memorial Arena |
| Rec Swim + CPR/AED Demo | Sunday, May 4 | 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | Chancellor Community Centre |
| Rec Swim + Dive Like a Pro | Sunday, May 4 | 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. | Dufferin Clark Community Centre |
| Youth Week Pool Party | Sunday, May 4 | 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Vellore Village Community Centre |
| Length Swim | Monday, May 5 | 8:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. | Chancellor Community Centre |
| HIIT Aquafitness | Monday, May 5 | 7:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | North Thornhill Community Centre |
| Rec Swim + Fitness Challenge | Tuesday, May 6 | 7:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Garnet A. Williams Community Centre |
| Length Swim | Tuesday, May 6 | 8:45 p.m. to 10 p.m. | North Thornhill Community Centre |
| Rec Swim + CPR/AED Demo | Wednesday, May 7 | 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. | Father E. Bulfon Community Centre |
| Rec Swim + Line Throw Challenge | Wednesday, May 7 | 7:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. | Woodbridge Pool & Memorial Arena |
Skating
| Activity | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock 'n Skate | Wednesday, May 7 | 8:10 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | Al Palladini Community Centre |