Play in Vaughan |
| All in a day’s fun, make Vaughan your getaway!From the thrills of Canada’s Wonderland to the serenity of the Kortright Conservation Area, Vaughan’s numerous attractions are sure to keep your family entertained. Enjoy an afternoon of fun and games at Dave & Buster’s followed by a night at the movies at either the Colossus Woodbridge or AMC Interchange 30 theatres.Explore the new Vaughan Mills mall where the entire family is sure to find something new. Consider a visit to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection in Kleinburg to take in Canadian art and culture at its best.These are just a few of the super attractions here in Vaughan, the city above Toronto. Plus all the other sports, entertainment, restaurants accommodations, parks & recreational facilities you could ever ask for! |
Arts & Culture |
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McMichael Canadian Art Collection The McMichael Canadian Art Collection, nestled in 100 acres of stunning woodland, is renowned for showcasing 20th-century Canadian art. The gallery features works by Group of Seven, First Nations, Inuit and contemporary Canadian artists as well as special exhibitions. The Gallery Shop specializes in one-of-a-kind gifts and fun family programs are offered throughout the year. The McMichael is the perfect destination to enjoy an authentic Canadian experience! Tel: (905) 893-1121 The City Playhouse In partnership with the City of Vaughan, the City Playhouse is committed to showcasing professional and community-based theatre, performances in dance and music from professional and amateur production companies, art exhibitions and multicultural events. Theatre Education and Outreach Programs are also part of the City Playhouse mandate -opening our doors and establishing long-term connections with the community. Box Office – 905-882-7469 |
Festivals & Attractions |
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Vaughan offers visitors so much to see and do including some of Canada?s leading attractions. Canada’s Wonderland, the premier seasonal theme park in Canada, features over 200 attractions, 65 thrilling rides and Splash Works. McMichael Canadian Art Collection showcases 100% Canadian art including works by the Group of Seven, First Nations, Inuit and contemporary artists. Reptilia, a unique reptile zoo, features 20 foot long pythons and a Nile crocodile?the biggest on display in Canada. Located in Vaughan Mills is Lucky Strike Lanes, an upscale bowling lounge. Also available at Vaughan Mills is NASCAR Speed Park, which offers sheer excitement on 5 exciting tracks for all ages. The Kortright Centre, Canada’s largest environmental centre, offers more than 18 kilometres of nature trails. Famous Players Colossus at Highways 400 & 7 is an 18- screen complex resembling a spaceship on a launching pad. The City itself hosts several large events throughout the year, starting with Winterfest. This annual family-themed celebration offers free activities for the kids and is a great way for residents and visitors to take advantage of our Canadian winter and enjoy some outdoor fun. Vaughan was awarded the Winter Active Award by the province for Winterfest in 2008. Canada Day is another Vaughan event that offers fun and entertainment for families. It features free concerts, a free play area for kids and a barbecue ? a great way to savour a perfect summer day. And the City also offers a series of summer music events called Concerts in the Park. These five free concerts are spread out over the summer months and offer an evening of entertainment to music fans of all ages. Vaughan is a city that is proud of itself and takes pride in how it looks. Vaughan was the first municipality in Canada to achieve consecutive successes in Communities in Bloom at the Provincial, National and International levels. Communities in Bloom have created a unique sense of civic pride in the residents of Vaughan. Curb Appeal is a residential beautification program with thousands of homeowners competing for an annual Curb Appeal Award. The Schools in Bloom program operates in over 50 schools and 3,000 students who work to make their schools look better. The City of Vaughan is honoured to have been chosen as the host of the 2009 Communities in Bloom National Symposium on Parks and Grounds & National and Provincial Awards Ceremonies. |
Recreation & Leisure |
| Vaughan is a great place to play! The City boasts more than 100 parks, more than 200 playgrounds and more than a dozen state-of-the-art water parks. There are trails and paths for families to walk and cycle on. Vaughan has state-of-the-art community and recreation centres that offer programs and activities for the whole family. In fact, Vaughan offers more in this area to its residents than any other municipality in the GTA. And when it comes to sports, Vaughan has it all, from swimming pools and skating rinks to one of the highest participation rates in the country when it comes to soccer. There are more than a dozen organized sports organizations including hockey, soccer, baseball, gymnastics, swimming and lacrosse. |
Shopping |
| For brand name outlets, exclusive boutiques, specialty shops, fun and entertainment, Vaughan has become the shopping and entertainment destination in the Greater Toronto Area.Stroll through the historic village of Kleinburg and browse the numerous arts & crafts shops along Islington Avenue or Thornhill Historic Village on Yonge Street. Visit the many artisan shops in Woodbridge, and in particular, stop along Woodbridge Avenue and take a break at Market Lane. Visit Weston Road and Highway 7 for outlet shopping and enjoy the entertainment and restaurants in The Interchange Way. The entire family is sure to enjoy the Vaughan Mills Mall – over 1.2 million square feet of shopping, dining and entertainment in one giant location. So get out and about - the place to shop and have fun is in Vaughan!The Promenade The Promenade Shopping Centre offers an exclusive experience in Vaughan with over 175 shops and services, an award winning Customer Care program and a Concierge service that offers Personal Shopping. The centre is located on Bathurst Street between Steeles Avenue and Highway 407. For more information, visit www.promenade.ca Highway 7 & Highway 400 Shopping Outlets Kleinburg Historic Village Thornhill Historic Village Market Lane The Interchange Way Famous Players Colossus Vaughan Mills Mall The Village at Vaughan Mills
Located on 255 Bass Pro Mills Drive, Just south of Vaughan Mills Shopping Centre. Shop where the decor experts are often spotted. The Village at Vaughan Mills, offers a collection of home decor shops where you’ll find everything to create a beautiful home living space or just that perfect accent piece to finish off a room. Premier retailers include: Bassett Home Furnishings, Urban Barn, Prima Lighting, La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries, and Bowring. This open-air lifestyle centre provides an unique shopping experience with its “Mainstreet” village atmosphere that also includes Stratusphere Yoga Studio, Maple Academy of Dance, and restaurants such as Cafe Cache & Canyon Creek.
For more information, visit www.thevillageatvaughanmills.comThornhill Town Centre The Thornhill Town Centre is a shopping district, located on pedestrian-friendly mainstreet, with diverse shops, entertainment, restaurants and cafes at Disera Drive. For more information, visit www.thornhilltowncentre.com
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