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! Events enhance community pride, support local businesses, foster a sense of belonging, and contribute positively to the high quality of life that everyone enjoys. 

Learn more about becoming an event sponsor or volunteering at EG events

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

A band on stage looking out at the crowd on a summer day
Music and Market Nights

Join us for two of our hottest summer events to bring you the ultimate experience. Enjoy live music and performances, food, produce, and more. Visit every Tuesday in July and August at the Civic Centre.

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Celebrating the Arts
The ultimate event that connects the community through arts, culture, food and heritage. You won't want to miss this event.
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Visitors walk along a wooded trail decorated as a haunted attraction during autumn. Yellow caution tape lines the path, while black-robed skeletal figures, white hanging ghost decorations, and artificial fog create a spooky atmosphere among trees with yellow fall leaves. Several children carry trick-or-treat buckets as families move through the decorated forest path.
Haunted Halloween Hike

Enjoy a spooktacular walk-through event with a dance party, haunted hike, market vendors, treats and giveaways at the Sharon Museum and Gardens (18974 Leslie Street).

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Poppies in field
Remembrance Day
November 11, 2026
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.
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Child watching Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus Parade, Holiday Market and Tree Lighting
Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us for the Santa Claus parade, holiday market, tree lighting, Santa pictures, free skate, food, and more!
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Noon Years Eve
It's our biggest party to ring in the new year and celebrate! Join us for a countdown at noon, live concert and dance party, Free skating, entertainment, crafts and more!
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Pancakes with syrup
Mayor and Council Pancake Breakfast
Join Mayor and Council for a complimentary pancake breakfast and family skate from 9 to 11 a.m.
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Family playing in snow
Family Fun Day
Celebrate Family Day on Monday, February 15, 2027 with the Health and Active Living Fair, free ice skating, activities, face painting and more.
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Easter Bunny Hike
Join the Easter Bunny for an egg hunt, face painting, fun crafts, egg decorating and more activities on Saturday, March 27, 2027 at the Mount Albert Community Centre.
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A live band performs on an outdoor stage illuminated with purple lighting, with a large Canadian flag hanging behind the musicians. Several performers play guitars and stand among amplifiers, speakers, microphones, and a drum kit. Audience members are visible in the foreground, and a sign near the stage references Canada Day entertainment. Trees and evening sky surround the venue.
Canada Day
Join us to celebrate Canada Day with activities, Mount Albert Lions BBQ, Food Trucks, and fireworks on July 1 at the Mount Albert Lions Community Centre.
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Become an Event Sponsor 
We would love to partner with you! Learn about our Sponsorship Opportunities. Contact our Events team for information on sponsorship packages.
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 Volunteer at EG's Events

Looking to volunteer at our events? Get active in giving back, build relationships and find connection within the community. We have opportunities for everyone, including students seeking volunteer hours, adults, seniors, and families. Join our Engaged EG Volunteer Program!

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Sign up to receive monthly updates about upcoming events, vendor and market updates, volunteer opportunities, registration reminders, and important event notices.


Events Strategy

EG developed a municipal events strategy to enhance Town events and connect and engage with the community. EG’s Events Strategy identifies ways we can grow and improve our events and partnerships, guide our future event planning, and help lead a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable community.  

To ensure the Strategy is reflective of the thoughts and ideas of all community members, various opportunities to share feedback were available.

View the Draft Event Strategy  View the Resident Report for the Draft Event Strategy

If you have any event questions, require more information, or are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact our Events team at 905-478-4282 ext. 1469 or by email. 

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