Things to do in Markham this weekend
Markham is home to Unionville's historic Main Street, the Markham Museum and one of Canada's largest Asian festivals, Taste of Asia. This page rounds up what's on across Markham and Unionville every weekend — festivals, markets, shows and family outings — updated daily.
This weekend
3 events
Remembrance Day Parade
The Markham District Veteran Association (MDVA) invites the community to honour the brave soldiers who served and sacrificed for Canada's freedoms, marking Remembrance Day with a parade and ceremony recognizing their courage.
Weekend Workshop | Fibre Art: Wearable Felt – Merino Cowl
Create your own seamless felted infinity neck warmer using merino wool and silk fibres with wet felting techniques. Suitable for all skill levels.
Weekend Workshop | Fundamentals: Intro to Acrylics
Beginner-friendly workshop introducing acrylic painting fundamentals through a bee and flower garden composition. Take home a finished 5×7 painting.
Next weekend
3 events
Study Hall Sessions
Monthly gatherings inspired by Fred Moten's idea of “study”, using poems, essays, films, embodied practice and conversation for collective inquiry. Hosted by Evelyn Amponsah, Tender Possibilities, and Anique Jordan.
A Magical Santa Pop-Up at the Alexander Bradburn House
The historic Alexander Bradburn House becomes a festive holiday setting where families can take keepsake photos with Santa. Advance registration is required and walk-ins are not accepted. A minimum $20 donation per family is requested, with 100% of proceeds going to the Markham Food Bank.
Weekend Workshop | Mixed Media and Collage
Beginner-friendly workshop on layering, cutting, and combining images and textures to make a unique artwork. Some materials included.
More coming up
4 events
Remembrance Day on Main
The Unionville BIA will hold a ceremony including short speeches and a wreath laying at the cenotaph.
O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy
London's 3-time Impresario Award-winning duo James & Jamesy present an outrageously funny, inventive Christmas show reminiscent of classic British pantos, full of wordplay, physical comedy and interactive fun. When their tea party floods the world with tea, they sweep the audience off on a whimsical aquatic escapade.
Curator's Corner
Join curator Anik Glaude for an informal walkthrough of the Varley Art Gallery’s permanent collection, exploring artworks, artists, ideas and histories.
Weekend Workshop | Dynamic Landscapes: Winter Scenes and Snow
Hands-on workshop for oil and acrylic painters on painting snow-covered landscapes with loose impressionistic brush strokes. Demonstrations in oil.