Good morning, Markham!

It’s finally heating up out there. ACs are blasting, shorts are back in rotation, and patio season is officially ON. So while you’re soaking up the sun (or hiding from it), let me tell you what’s going on this week. 

Note: Events marked with a “➡️” are not in Markham — but they’re too good not to share!

Let’s get into it.

FESTIVAL CENTRAL

🎶 Markham Village Music Festival 2025

📅 Friday, June 20 & Saturday, June 21

📍 Main Street Markham – From Hwy 7 to Bullock Dr.

York Region’s largest outdoor music festival returns! Celebrate local talent with two full days of live performances across multiple stages, featuring a variety of genres including folk, rock, jazz, and blues.

Beyond the music, enjoy a vibrant village market, Auto Classics show, Kids Zone, Dog Zone, Indigenous activations, and the All Ages Street Dance Party. There’s something for everyone so come join the fun! Click here for more information. 

🚘 Steering for Steer Friends Automotive Festival

📅 Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

📍 Markham Fairgrounds – 10801 McCowan Road

Rev your engines for a cause! Now in its fifth year, the Steering for Steer Friends Automotive Festival brings together car lovers and the community to support Steer Friends, a local charity dedicated to individuals with disabilities.

Enjoy a premium indoor car showcase, free outdoor show car parking, live entertainment, kids zone, food trucks, industry vendors, awards, cash raffles, and jaw-dropping displays of exotic, modified, vintage, and classic cars! Click here for more information. 

🍔 Stuffed Food Festival ➡️

📅 Saturday–Sunday, June 21–22, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

📍 Assembly Park, Vaughan

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive fork-first into the most overstuffed weekend of the year!

From cheesy-stuffed burgers and jam-packed dumplings to molten lava cakes and stuffed pizza tacos — this food lover’s paradise is all about bold bites and belly-filling fun.

Enjoy live cooking demos, local chef showdowns, food trucks, and outrageous stuffed creations.

Come hungry. Leave stuffed. Learn more here. 

GETTIN’ SPORTY

🐶 Puppy Yoga Markham by Yoga Kawa

📅 Saturday, June 21 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM & 3:15 PM – 4:15 PM

📍 200 Town Centre Blvd, Markham

Stretch, smile, and snuggle! Puppy Yoga is the perfect blend of wellness and cuteness, designed for everyone.

Enjoy a relaxing yoga session surrounded by playful puppies in a joyful, stress-free environment. Whether you're bonding with loved ones or just in need of a mood boost, Puppy Yoga has something for you.

Limited spots available so book early to secure your mat! Book here. 

🧘 International Yoga Day – Outdoor Yoga Session

📅 Saturday, June 21 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Centennial Park – 8600 McCowan Road, Markham

Celebrate the longest day of the year with mindfulness and movement at our free outdoor yoga session for International Yoga Day, hosted by the City of Markham.

Unwind in the evening sun with a peaceful, guided flow suitable for all levels. Don’t forget to bring your own mat and a filled water bottle! Learn more here. 

🚶‍♂️ York Region South Walk to End ALS ➡️

📅 Sunday, June 22, 2025 | Registration: 10:00 AM | Opening Ceremony: 10:30 AM

📍 Ada Mackenzie Park – 11901 Yonge St, Richmond Hill

Join the community at the ALS Canada Walk to End ALS. More than a fundraiser, this walk is a place to connect, celebrate, remember, and show strength together in the fight to create a world free of ALS. Learn more here. 

THE SOCIAL SCENE

🌸 Seniors Social & Garden Party at Thornhill Village ➡️

📅 Monday, June 16, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

📍 Thornhill Village Library – 10 Colborne Street, Thornhill

Celebrate Seniors Month with an afternoon of joy and connection in the charming garden of the historic Thornhill Village Library.

Enjoy refreshments, laughter, garden tours, and the chance to make new friends in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Learn more here.

🍻 QE Trivia Night at Rouge River Brewing Company

📅 Thursday, June 19 | 6:30 PM

📍 Rouge River Brewing Company – 50 Bullock Drive, Unit 8, Markham

Think you’ve got what it takes to be trivia champ? Gather your crew and put your pop culture knowledge to the test at QE Trivia Night!

Enjoy cold brews, good vibes, and a fun-filled evening of friendly competition — with beer prizes up for grabs! Buy tickets here. 

💘 The Loyal Love CryBaby Party + Complimentary Roses ➡️

Sunday, June 22 | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM

📍 550 Hwy 7 E, Unit 281, Richmond Hill

Ready to fall in love? Join the most romantic summer soirée in town. It’s a classy cocktail and mocktail party designed to connect driven men with smart, beautiful women. Featuring the iconic Rose Ceremony, this exclusive event brings together singles from across Canada and the U.S. 🌹

Dress to impress! Buy a ticket here.

BUSINESS BOOST 

🤝 Markham Board of Trade AGM + June After 5 Networking

📅 Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 YSpace Markham – 169 Enterprise Blvd, 3rd Floor

Reconnect, network, and celebrate at the Markham Board of Trade’s 45th Annual General Meeting and June After 5 Networking Event!

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Annual General Meeting

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: After 5 Networking with refreshments and great company

Don’t miss your chance to win exciting door prizes. MBT members and guests welcome! Learn more here. 

🏘️ MarketLive: The Real Estate Seminar & Expo

📅 Sunday, June 22, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

📍 Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa – 8500 Warden Ave

Join CENTURY 21 Atria Realty & CENTURY 21 Leading Edge Realty for MarketTalk Live, an empowering real estate seminar and expo designed for today’s buyers and sellers.

Gain valuable insights from top developers and industry professionals through engaging panel discussions on both resale and pre-construction markets.

Whether you're buying, selling, or just exploring, this event will equip you with the tools to make informed real estate decisions. Buy tickets here. 

ARTS & CULTURE

🍓 Strawberry Season Opener at Organics Family Farm

📅 Friday, June 20 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

📍 7550 19th Avenue, Markham, ON L6B 1A8

Strawberry season is here! Join the Organics Family Farm as they kick off the 2025 season with the grand opening of their pick-your-own strawberry patch.

Enjoy a day on the farm with fresh berry picking, a visit to the market, and delicious treats from the on-site bakery. Click here for more information.

🐾 City of Markham Pet Adoption Weekend

📅 Saturday & Sunday, June 21–22, 2025 

📍 Markham Animal Adoption and Education Centre – 4475 Enterprise Way

Looking for a furry friend? Join the City of Markham and Ontario SPCA for Pet Adoption Weekend!

No appointments needed, just drop by to meet adorable pets ready for their forever homes. Learn more here. 

🎬 Vaughan International Film Festival 2025 ➡️

📅 Monday–Thursday, June 16–19 | 6:00 PM

📍 The Studios at Assembly Park – 111 Horseshoe Drive, Vaughan

The 13th edition of the Vaughan International Film Festival is back!

Enjoy a stunning lineup featuring 17 international short films from nine countries, alongside 13 student short films. Most screenings take place June 16–18 at The Studios at Assembly Park.

Celebrate global storytelling and local talent in this must-see cultural event! Learn more here.

🌌 Up in the Sky – Summer Solstice Celebrations ➡️

📅 Friday, June 20, 2025 | 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM

📍 David Dunlap Observatory – 123 Hillsview Drive, Richmond Hill

Celebrate the Summer Solstice with an evening of stargazing and learning!

Enjoy a presentation and discussion about exciting celestial events each season, explained in simple terms with tips on how to observe and photograph them.

Tour the observatory and watch a special demonstration (weather permitting). Suitable for ages 7 and up. Learn more here. 

COUNCIL & COMMITTEE MEETINGS

Stay informed on what’s happening at City Hall. Here are this week’s public meetings:

📅 June 16

🕘 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM - Special Development Services Committee Meeting

📅 June 17

🕘 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM - General Committee Meeting

🕘 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM - Development Services Public Meeting

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

🎤 Fionn MacCool's | Open Mic Night | June 17th | 7PM-10PM

🎵 The Owl: A Firkin Pub | Hwy Robbery | June 19th | 8PM-10PM

🎤 The Duchess of Markham | Open Mic | June 19th | 8PM-11PM

🎵 The Duchess of Markham | TBA | June 20th | 8PM-11PM

🎵 Varley Art Gallery Courtyard | Music on the Street | June 20th | 5PM - 8PM

🎤 Monte Carlo Inn | Open Mic | June 20th | 7PM-10PM

🎵 The Duchess of Markham | TBA | June 20th | 8PM-11PM

🎵 Village Organic Market and Music | Marzio Pelu | June 21st | 8AM-1PM

🎵 Costa Sorrento | Pierina & Ivano | June 22nd | 6PM-9PM

SPORTS HAPPENIN’S THIS WEEK

⚾ Toronto Blue Jays v Arizona Diamondbacks | June 17th

⚾ Toronto Blue Jays v Arizona Diamondbacks | June 18th

⚾ Toronto Blue Jays v Arizona Diamondbacks | June 19th

⚾ Toronto Blue Jays v Chicago White Sox | June 20th

🏈 Toronto Argonauts v Saskatchewan Roughriders | June 20th

⚾ Toronto Blue Jays v Chicago White Sox | June 21st

⚽ AFC Toronto v Halifax Tides FC | June 21st

⚾ Toronto Blue Jays v Chicago White Sox | June 22nd

⚽ York United v Atlético Ottawa | June 22nd

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