Top Ten Reasons To Visit Oakville This Spring: From New Art Exhibits to Festivals and Family Fun!

OAKVILLE โ€“ Spring has officially sprung, and thereโ€™s no better time to experience the charm, culture, and community of Oakville. Whether youโ€™re looking for a relaxing escape, exciting events, or family-friendly activities, Oakville is your go-to destination for all things spring.

โ€œOakville is just moments away from anything you could want โ€“ lush green spaces, a beautiful waterfront, a charming downtown filled with unique boutiques, delicious dining, and an amazing arts and culture scene,โ€ said Rebecca Edgar, Executive Director, Visit Oakville. โ€œThis season, we encourage everyone to explore what our vibrant town has to offer.โ€

Here are the top 10 reasons to visit Oakville this spring:

  • Spring Time on the Farm โ€“ May 17, 10:00 a.m. โ€“ 4:00 p.m. at Bronte Creek Provincial
    Park. Celebrate the season with historical demonstrations, hands-on activities, Victorian
    games, farm animals and more!
  • New Exhibit at Oakville Galleries โ€“ Between Heaven and Earth by Ilya & Emilia Kabakov Opens May 31 โ€“ September 20. This powerful team will mount two exhibitions and two major public sculptures, including the world-renowned Ship of Tolerance. This project involves over a thousand children who helped in the production of the shipโ€™s sails.
  • Black Music on the Block โ€“ June 7, 3:00 โ€“ 8:30 p.m. at Downtown Oakvilleโ€™s Towne Square. This lively annual celebration of Black music returns with dynamic performances in the heart of the community.
  • Mayorโ€™s Historical Picnic โ€“ June 8, 12:00 โ€“ 4:30 p.m. at Lakeside Park. Presented by the Oakville Historical Society, enjoy an afternoon of live music, performances, crafts, games, and historical charm.
  • Teaganโ€™s Ride โ€“ June 8. Join this community bike ride in honour of Teagan, raising awareness and funds for brain cancer research.
  • Knot Just a Knit in Public โ€“ June 14, 10:00 a.m. โ€“ 4:00 p.m. at Bronte Creek Provincial Park. Calling all fibre artists! Bring your needles and creativity to enjoy knitting, sewing, quilting, or crocheting in a fun outdoor setting.
  • Annual Veteranโ€™s Salmon Derby โ€“ June 14, starts at 6:00 a.m. at Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park. A meaningful day of camaraderie and community, fish alongside local veterans and enjoy a post-derby BBQ.
  • Bronte Lake Notes โ€“ Begins June 19 at 7:00 p.m. and runs every Thursday night. Experience FREE live music under the sails at Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park featuring contemporary music from hot local bands.
  • Oakville Festivals of Film & Art (OFFA) โ€“ June 18โ€“25. Enjoy over 100 films, including shorts, documentaries, and features, along with three incredible gala screenings and VIP events.
  • Oakville Family Ribfest โ€“ June 19โ€“22 at Sheridan College. Enjoy a weekend of mouthwatering ribs, live entertainment, family activities, and more!

And Thereโ€™s More to Explore!
Oakville features 1,400 hectares of parkland and 200 km of scenic trails, perfect for hiking, biking, or simply enjoying nature. Foodies will love discovering our thriving culinary scene โ€” including Hexagon, one of just 15 restaurants in Canada to be awarded a MICHELIN Star.

With so much to see and do, why not stay the weekend? Check out our great accommodations here.

For more information and to plan your stay, visit: www.visitoakville.com.

About Visit Oakville:

Visit Oakville is an incorporated, not-for-profit, destination marketing organization (DMO). It is led by a volunteer Board of Directors representing the community. Visit Oakville aims to drive economic impact through marketing and partnerships, curating visitor experiences and advocating on behalf of Oakvilleโ€™s tourism industry.

For more information, please contact:
Christa Poole
Visit Oakville
christa.poole@visitoakville.com

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