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Celebration Square
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Celebration Square is a popular location to host free outdoor, public events of all sizes with the entire venue capable of accommodating up to 30,000 people. With large open areas and adjacent smaller, intimate spaces, the Square is ideal for outdoor festivals, concerts and more.
To learn more about the venue, visit the Mississauga Celebration Square Venue Rental & Technical Guide.
Amenities
Apply to host an event
Before you start the application process, review the City’s guidelines for events at Celebration Square, Outdoor Events in the Civic District policy and event-planning toolkit for information about requirements, regulations and criteria that all events must meet.
Large Event Application – Now Open
Are you planning a large-scale event for the 2027 event season? Mississauga Celebration Square is now accepting applications from organizers interested in hosting events at the Square.
This is your opportunity to bring your vision to life in the heart of downtown Mississauga. Applications will be accepted until September 29, 2025.
All submissions will be reviewed following the application deadline, and successful applicants will be notified in late December.
For full details and to apply, visit the following links:
If you have any questions, please contact us at MCS.operations@mississauga.ca.
To apply for a small event taking place between October and December 2025, complete the MCS Small Event Application Form and submit it via email to MCS.Operations@mississauga.ca.
Small events are defined as those with fewer than 5,000 attendees or up to the maximum permitted capacity of the space. Small events are only hosted in the Amphitheatre or as markets held under the Market Trellis.
Applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, depending on the availability of City resources. To be considered, you must apply at least 12 weeks prior to your event date.
Before hosting your demonstration, rally, or vigil:
- Check the events calendar and consider rescheduling based on availability. Multiple events may occur at once on the Square and we expect respectful usage of the shared space
- Review the Celebration Square restrictions for demonstrations, rallies or vigils
Complete the Demonstration, Rally or Vigil notification form at least one week before your event date.
If you’re interested in requesting a flag raising at the Square or lighting of the Civic Centre clock tower, you can learn more about our Community Recognition Program.
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Celebration Square is the City’s premier outdoor venue, which can accommodate up to 30,000. Celebration Square is the City’s premier outdoor venue, which can accommodate up to 30,000. -
This 300-seat amphitheatre is fully equipped for smaller, intimate events. This 300-seat amphitheatre is fully equipped for smaller, intimate events. -
This market area of the Square is designed to accommodate food trucks and vendors. This market area of the Square is designed to accommodate food trucks and vendors. -
A large main stage that accommodates all types of performances. State-of-the-art lighting and sound systems make events at the Square memorable. A large main stage that accommodates all types of performances. State-of-the-art lighting and sound systems make events at the Square memorable. -
The City's largest outdoor fountain and wading pool is a great attraction for event guests in the summer. The City's largest outdoor fountain and wading pool is a great attraction for event guests in the summer. -
State-of-the-art lighting and sound systems make events at the Square memorable. State-of-the-art lighting and sound systems make events at the Square memorable. -
The Square’s large turf lawn can accommodate different types of outdoor activities and gatherings. The Square’s large turf lawn can accommodate different types of outdoor activities and gatherings. -
In the winter, the fountain and wading pool transforms into an ice rink with skate rentals available on site. In the winter, the fountain and wading pool transforms into an ice rink with skate rentals available on site.
Vendor and performer opportunities
To become a performer or food vendor, submit your contact information to our email database. We’ll contact you if there’s an opportunity available.
Advertising and sponsorship opportunities
For advertising opportunities on the Gateway Advertising screens, located at the corner of Burnhamthorpe Road and Duke of York Boulevard, please contact Andy Querin – Senor Manager, Sales, Astral Media – at 416-440-6861 or email andy.querin@astral.com.
For sponsorship and activation opportunities at Celebration Square and it’s events, please contact us via email at sponsorship@mississauga.ca, or by completing our online intake form.