Things to do in Richmond Hill this weekend
From the David Dunlap Observatory to the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts and Mill Pond Park, Richmond Hill's community calendar runs year-round. Weekend events here, updated daily.
This weekend
6 eventsBotanical Image Transfer Techniques with Nancy Falconi
A workshop on turning a photograph into painterly botanical art using pencil crayons and solvent blending. Participants practice soft transitions, luminous colour and realistic detail on wood panels.
Fire Prevention Week Open House
Richmond Hill Fire & Emergency Services hosts a full day of fire safety, family fun, and community connection with live demonstrations, kid-friendly activities, safety tips, and a meet-and-greet with Sparky the Fire Dog.
Afternoon Tea
Come together for a memorable afternoon tea with entertainment, history and the enchanting gardens of Amos Wright Park. Guests enjoy dainty sandwiches, scones with heritage cream and preserves, and sweet treats prepared for the occasion.
Exhibit: Women in Toronto Astronomy
Explore an exhibit on women who made significant contributions to astronomy, featuring artifacts, photographs, scientific instruments and personal items connected to Helen Sawyer Hogg, Ruth Northcott, and Jessie Dunlap.
Metis Dot Art: Indigenous Adaptations with Kathy Morgan
Join Métis artisan Kathy Morgan for a free all-ages drop-in activity exploring Métis Dot Art and decorating a woodcut ornament at the Cultural Centre.
Walk and Learn Tours
Join a guided walk through a historic building, neighborhood, or park in Richmond Hill. Duration 1.5–2 hours. Tours run rain or shine. No registration required. Free admission.
Next weekend
3 eventsNEW! The Art of Korean Moon Jars: Mother-of-Pearl Diffuser
Join artist instructor Kay Lee for a workshop on Korean Moon Jars. Decorate a handcrafted Jesmonite Moon Jar with mother-of-pearl and arrange dried florals to create a refillable diffuser keepsake.
Steeped in History Exhibit
Steeped in History: Tea’s Culture, Commerce and Ceremony explores tea’s 5,000-year history through artifacts, reproductions from the Richmond Hill Artifact Collections, and community reflections.
More coming up
2 eventsWinter/March Break Programs Registration
Registration for Winter/March Break Programs opens at 7 a.m. Visit: RichmondHill.ca/SchoolBreak
Budgeting for Small Arts Organizations
Build confidence in budgeting and financial management with practical tools designed for small arts and cultural organizations. Available both in-person and virtually.