Big trucks, big fun: Join Family Fun Day in celebration of National Public Works Week

On Saturday, May 23, the City of Mississauga is celebrating its public works professionals and recognizing the important work they do with the return of its free National Public Works Week Family Fun Day event – and you’re invited!

The City’s public works professionals play an important role in keeping Mississauga residents and visitors safe. They maintain roads, sidewalks, parks, natural areas, bike lanes, transit stops, stormwater infrastructure and more. National Public Works Week (May 17-23, 2026) recognizes how these professionals enhance the quality of life in our communities.

Family Fun Day is a great opportunity to meet City staff and learn more about their work through a variety of interactive family-friendly activities. Get up close to the equipment and trucks and join in on the fun.

Event Details:

What

National Public Works Week Family Fun Day event.

Pick up a passport from any of the event stations and get a stamp at every station you visit.

Submit your completed passport for the chance to win a prize.

Event activities include:

• ‘Touch a Truck’ and equipment displays (e.g., snow plow, MiWay bus, front-end loader). This year, the City will have its new windrow-clearing plow on display.
• Free interactive exhibits with fun and educational activities.
• Bouncy castle.
• Bus tours of the MiWay Transitway.

When

Saturday, May 23, 2026
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where

Near City Hall, outside of the Living Arts Centre and on Princess Royal Drive.

This event is free to attend. Registration is not required.

Consider using MiWay or riding your bike to get to the event. Use the City’s cycling map to map out your route. If you’re unable to bike the full way, consider using MiWay to get partway there and then bike the rest of the way.

For more information about public works in the City, visit mississauga.ca/services-and-programs/transportation-and-streets/.

Tags

• Roads and Traffic