Top five things to do in Vaughan this weekend

July 27, 2024 10:00 a.m.

City News

Looking for exciting things to do this weekend? From exploring local trails to swimming in the outdoor pool, there are many fun, free activities right here in Vaughan to keep you and your family entertained. Here are the top five things to do in Vaughan this weekend:

1. Enjoy your local park

The City’s parks offer a wide variety of outdoor activities for everyone to enjoy, including:

baseball fields
basketball courts
bocce courts
off-leash dog parks
outdoor exercise equipment
playgrounds
skateboard parks
soccer fields
tennis and pickleball courts
trails
volleyball courts

Visit vaughan.ca/parks for more information on open amenities.

2. Swim at the Thornhill Outdoor Pool

The City of Vaughan’s Thornhill Outdoor Pool (located at 26 Old Yonge St.) is open daily until Monday, Sept. 2, and includes designated times for recreational, length and parent and tot swims as well as aquafitness classes. Pre-registration and pre-payment are available for your convenience one week in advance of all scheduled swims at vaughan.perfectmind.com. Limited spots will be available for walk-ins prior to the start of a recreational activity. For schedules and fees, visit vaughan.ca/swim.

3. Take a stroll along a trail or on a neighbourhood walk

Lace up your hiking shoes and prepare to embark on an outdoor adventure on one of 12 Great Walks of Vaughan: Jersey Creek Neighbourhood Walk, Mackenzie Glen Neighbourhood Walk, Maple Nature Reserve Nature Walk, Marita Payne Neighbourhood Walk, North Maple Regional Park Nature Walk, Peter Rupert Neighbourhood Walk, Rainbow Creek Neighbourhood Walk(note: select paths are temporarily closed for stormwater management pond installations), Riverwalk Neighbourhood Walk, Sonoma Heights Neighbourhood Walk, Sugarbush Nature Walk, Vellore Neighbourhood Walk and William Granger Greenway Nature Walk. There’s a trail for all ages, abilities and comfort levels. Visit vaughan.ca/GreatWalks for more information and maps. You can also browse the Parks and Trails webpage for an interactive view of all trails and parks throughout the city, the Great Walks of Vaughan walking trail guide (PDF) and the City’s Great Walks of Vaughan map legend (PDF).

Our city has many other local trails to explore, including the Bartley Smith Greenway, the William Granger Greenway (Humber Trail), the Nashville Conservation Reserve Trails and the Vaughan Super Trail. Learn more about these trails at vaughan.ca/trails.

4. Immerse yourself in nature’s tales with StoryWalk

StoryWalk is back by popular demand with five new Canadian children’s books for families to explore! Brought to life by Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) and the City’s Public Works teams, StoryWalk combines the joys of reading with the wonders of nature. With each step along the trail, the story unfolds one page at a time in this immersive experience. StoryWalk is the perfect opportunity to get active outdoors with your family and friends in a place where books come to life beneath the open sky. When you’re visiting a StoryWalk, use #LoveVPL on social media and share pictures and videos of your outdoor fun. Remember not to disturb or get close to wildlife. Find a StoryWalk trail at vaughanpl.info/storywalk.

5. Cool down at one of our splashpads

Beat the summer heat at one of our splashpads! The City of Vaughan maintains more than 20 splashpads throughout the community, open daily.

Explore one of the following locations near you: