Great Events

EVENT CANCELLED - COVID-19 precautions Pickering Swim Club hosts its annual Rainbow swim meet, welcoming competitors from around the GTA for 3 days of racing. Everyone is invited to come watch these talented athletes in action at the pool.

Take a break from phones, tablets, computers and all things hi-tech, and spend some quality time connecting with one another in our Children's Area. Every Tech-Free Tuesday, drop-in and try out new and favourite board games, books and creative activities. What new things will you discover when you put down your phone?!

Soil is one of our most important resources and yet many of us know very little about it. This workshop will provide an introduction to soil, what it is, the different soil textures, the soil food web and how to create healthy soil. Free, pre-registration is required at pickering.ca/earthmonth

The Easter Bunny is coming to Pickering. Join along the route. The Royal Canadian Legion and the Canadian Progress Club Durham South are hosting the 2020 Easter parade. The parade begins at Liverpool Road and Annland Ave along Annland Ave to Krosno Blvd, along Krosno Blvd to Bayly St and then to the Royal Canadian Legion, ...

Learn the basics of succulent plant care indoors and outdoors. In this workshop you will learn the importance of using the right soil, how to propagate a succulent leaf in order to grow your own succulent plants, and how to keep them alive. Each participant will leave with a small succulent plant to start their very own col ...

Think English Country Dancing is slow and stately? Well, maybe there'll be a few slower numbers so we can catch our breaths, but you'll get a great workout with the hopping, skipping, quick turns, reels and even the occasional gallop down the room to lively music! The patterns in the dance are a great workout for your bra ...

Learn sketching, drawing and watercolour techniques, based on historic artworks from Ontario's past. A different historic piece will be featured each class, and participants will learn a new technique each week. Led by an artist and Museum Interpreter, this program will ignite imaginations, inspire creativity and build ne ...

In this unique workshop, participants will be introduced to a variety of culinary herbs, the best growing conditions, proper methods of harvesting, suggestions for use and different ways of preserving herbs. Free, pre-registration is required. Location: Arena Meeting Room

Schools, families, community groups, corporate partners, and City employees commit to giving a section of our community a makeover by picking up litter for at least 20 minutes. Free supplies (bags & gloves) are available to those who register with the City, while supplies last.

Come celebrate Earth Day and plant a few trees or assist with a community litter cleanup. Supplies will be provided. This is a rain or shine event so please dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear.

APEX 2020 Stamp & Coin Show Sunday, April 26, 2020 9.30 AM to 3.30PM Free Admission & Free Parking Lunch Available Stamp and Coin Dealers Club Sale Lots, 10¢ Books & Youth Tables Chestnut Hill Recreation Complex 1867 Valley Farm Road Come see us at the show and we can help dispose of unwanted stamp or coin ...

Think English Country Dancing is slow and stately? Well, maybe there'll be a few slower numbers so we can catch our breaths, but you'll get a great workout with the hopping, skipping, quick turns, reels and even the occasional gallop down the room to lively music! The patterns in the dance are a great workout for your bra ...

Learn sketching, drawing and watercolour techniques, based on historic artworks from Ontario's past. A different historic piece will be featured each class, and participants will learn a new technique each week. Led by an artist and Museum Interpreter, this program will ignite imaginations, inspire creativity and build ne ...

Participants will explore the kinds of skills our pioneers needed to survive settler life on the trail. Building a Shelter: Explore and build pioneer shelters, including two types of lean-to using scavenged natural materials and the Revolutionary War bell tent. Enjoy cedar tea to begin your day. Discussion will include ...

Think English Country Dancing is slow and stately? Well, maybe there'll be a few slower numbers so we can catch our breaths, but you'll get a great workout with the hopping, skipping, quick turns, reels and even the occasional gallop down the room to lively music! The patterns in the dance are a great workout for your bra ...

Learn sketching, drawing and watercolour techniques, based on historic artworks from Ontario's past. A different historic piece will be featured each class, and participants will learn a new technique each week. Led by an artist and Museum Interpreter, this program will ignite imaginations, inspire creativity and build ne ...

Take a break from phones, tablets, computers and all things hi-tech, and spend some quality time connecting with one another in our Children's Area. Every Tech-Free Tuesday, drop-in and try out new and favourite board games, books and creative activities. What new things will you discover when you put down your phone?!

May: Let's Go Toronto! Dance Party Pickering Youth in Grades 5 - 8 are invited to join us for monthly dances throughout the school year. Dances feature a live DJ, fun dance themes, awesome music, and cool prizes. Snack & Drinks on site. Its a great night out with friends. Get all the details on our webpage, pickering.ca ...

Residents may fill up to four (4) blue boxes with compost. Please bring your own shovel. Green bins, blue boxes and backyard composters will be available for sale (cash only). While supplies last. Damaged blue boxes and green bins may also be exchanged for new ones free of charge. While supplies last. Please bring a n ...

Dads, we have an idea for you! Book early to bring your mom, and your childrens' mom to a luncheon out, just for them! Pickering Museum Village's Redman House will be the tea room for you to honour the women in your family. Tea, sandwiches, and sweets are on the menu for this special day. Every mother will receive a sma ...

Dads, we have an idea for you! Book early to bring your mom, and your childrens' mom to a luncheon out, just for them! Pickering Museum Village's Redman House will be the tea room for you to honour the women in your family. Tea, sandwiches, and sweets are on the menu for this special day. Every mother will receive a sma ...

Think English Country Dancing is slow and stately? Well, maybe there'll be a few slower numbers so we can catch our breaths, but you'll get a great workout with the hopping, skipping, quick turns, reels and even the occasional gallop down the room to lively music! The patterns in the dance are a great workout for your bra ...

Learn sketching, drawing and watercolour techniques, based on historic artworks from Ontario's past. A different historic piece will be featured each class, and participants will learn a new technique each week. Led by an artist and Museum Interpreter, this program will ignite imaginations, inspire creativity and build ne ...

Think English Country Dancing is slow and stately? Well, maybe there'll be a few slower numbers so we can catch our breaths, but you'll get a great workout with the hopping, skipping, quick turns, reels and even the occasional gallop down the room to lively music! The patterns in the dance are a great workout for your bra ...

Your opportunity to meet 20 authors and discover their books in Indie Alley at Artfest on the Esplanade in Pickering. Now in its fourth year Indie Author Day Pickering plans to bring you more Canadian writers and their books in this great annual outdoors event. Brought to you by PineRidge Arts Council, City of Pickering and ...