The Town of East Gwillimbury (EG) is a lively, family-friendly community with many spectacular events for everyone to enjoy throughout the year. Browse through our annual events below!

For community events, please visit our Community Event Calendar page.

Would you like to sponsor an event?

2024 Event Sponsorship Package

Would you like to be an events food vendor?

2024 Events Food Vendor Application     

If you have any questions, please send us an email.

Volunteer at EG's Events!

Looking to volunteer in our annual events? Join our Engaged EG Volunteer Program! For more information on how to become volunteer, please visit our Volunteer EG page.

Pancakes with syrup
Mayor and Council Pancake Breakfast

January 13, 2024

Join Mayor and Council for a complimentary pancake breakfast and family skate from 9 to 11 a.m. at the East Gwillimbury Sports Complex!

Family playing in snow
Family Fun Day
February 19, 2024
Celebrate Family Day with activities, crafts and more from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the East Gwillimbury Sports Complex! Learn more
Children standing with Easter Bunny
Easter Bunny Hike

March 30, 2024
Join the Easter Bunny for an egg hunt, face painting, egg decorating and more.

Vendor at the market selling salami
Farmers Market
Visit the EG Farmers Market Thursday's from 2 to 7 p.m. from May 9 to October 10, 2024 for food, craft and artisan vendors, live music and more.
Man signing
Music Nights
Tuesday's in July from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for entertainment and food. Outdoors, rain or shine - dress accordingly and bring your own seating.
Mounty in stilts
Canada Day
Join us to celebrate Canada Day with activities and fireworks on July 1 at the Mount Albert Lions Community Centre from 6 to 10 p.m.
Fire throwing woman
Tapestry of Taste
The ultimate event that connects the community through arts, culture, food and heritage. You won't want to miss this two-day event in August.
Children observing nature
Nature Day
September 14, 2024
Enjoy trail walks, arts and crafts, nature education, trail walk and other activities to explore and learn about nature.
Werewolf costumer
Haunted Halloween Hike
October 27, 2023
Enjoy a spooktacular walk-through event with activities, treats and giveaways from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Sharon Temple (18974 Leslie Street).
Poppys in a field
Remembrance Day Service

November 11, 2023
Each year we gather to honour the men and women that made and continue to make the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. Join us at 10:40 a.m. outside the Civic Centre.

Child watching Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus Parade, Christmas Market and Tree Lighting
Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us on November 19, 2023, for the Santa Claus Parade (at 2 p.m. from 19000 Leslie St. to 1914B Mount Albert Rd.), Christmas Market (2 to 6 p.m. at the Sports Complex) and Tree Lighting (5 p.m. at the Sports Complex).
People shooting confetti
Noon Years Eve
It's our biggest party to ring in the new year and celebrate 2024! Join us on December 31 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a countdown to 2024 (at noon) skating, music, crafts and more. This event is indoors and outdoors - please dress accordingly.