What's on in Richmond Hill this August 2026
August in Richmond Hill is packed with live music, outdoor movies, stargazing adventures and plenty of ways to make the most of summer with family and friends.
Concerts in the Park – Thursdays, 7-9 p.m. at Mill Pond Park
Presented by Tim Hortons, this popular summer series continues throughout August with tribute bands and crowd-pleasing favourites. Bring a lawn chair, grab some friends and enjoy a summer evening of live music featuring:
- August 6: ABBA Revisited
- August 13: The Bruno Mars Experience
- August 20: All McCartney Live
- August 27: Taylor's Story
Full event details and performance information at RichmondHill.ca/Concerts.
Moonlight Movies – Mondays, August 17 and 24, pre-show starts at 6:30 p.m.
Presented by Lexus of Richmond Hill, Moonlight Movies offers free family-friendly films under the stars. Pack your blankets, arrive early for pre-show fun and snacks, then settle in for a movie at dusk.
- August 17: IF at Mount Pleasant Park (5 Hopkins St.)
- August 24: School of Rock at Ozark Park (70 Old Colony Rd.)
Full event details and movie information at RichmondHill.ca/MoonlightMovies.
Look to the Night Sky
Spend an evening under the stars at the David Dunlap Observatory.
- Watch the Perseids Party – August 12, 9-11 p.m. Experience one of the year's most anticipated meteor showers
- Telescope Nights – August 5, 13 and 20. View celestial objects through Canada's largest optical telescope
- Stargazing Parties – Explore the observatory grounds and learn more about the night sky from astronomy enthusiasts. Tours include a visit to the observatory dome and a demo of the 74-inch telescope
Details at RichmondHill.ca/Astronomy.
Discover Local Culture
Make your summer adventures count with Passport to Culture. While you’re out enjoying concerts, movies and other events, collect stamps and discover local arts, culture and heritage destinations along the way. Learn more at RichmondHill.ca/RHCulture.
Planning Ahead for Fall?
August is also a great time to start planning for fall. Recreation program registration opens at 7 a.m. on August 25 with swimming lessons, fitness classes, arts programs, sports and more for all ages. View available programs at RichmondHill.ca/RecPrograms.
Make the most of summer before it’s gone. Visit RichmondHill.ca for event details and more ways to enjoy August in Richmond Hill.
