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| Artwalk |
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Sunday, September 20, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Join us for Richmond Hill ArtWalk, our annual one-day art market featuring dozens of local artists and artisans. Browse unique handcrafted works including paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry, metalwork, and more. Enjoy live music by the Richmond Hill Concert Band and free activities including henna art, live portrait drawing, and spray painting.
Location: Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St., Richmond Hill
Access: Free; family-friendly; wheelchair accessible; washrooms available.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/ArtWalk
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| ArtWalk Activations at the Cultural Centre |
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Sunday, September 20, 1 - 4 p.m.
Take a break from ArtWalk and visit the Richmond Hill Cultural Centre for additional arts experiences. Meet Hallway Gallery artists Yue Gao and Irene YooKyung Cha, and participate in a free drop-in mixed media workshop with artist Vicky Talwar.
Location: Richmond Hill Cultural Centre, 10184 Yonge St., Richmond Hill
Access: Free; all ages; wheelchair accessible; washrooms available.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/CulturalCentre
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Visual Art Gallery @ RHCPA Exhibitions
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September to October 2026 (during gallery hours)
Explore rotating exhibitions showcasing local and regional artists. September features a special ArtWalk group exhibition with more than 35 artists, while October highlights the colourful abstract works of Matthew Cruickshank.
Location: Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St., Richmond Hill
Access: Free; wheelchair accessible; washrooms available.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/VisualArtGallery
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Boynton House Exhibitions
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September 18 to October 4, 2026
Explore this heritage home turned gallery space and discover community-led exhibitions and workshops, including programming by Miskwaadesi Studio and Odeiwin.
Location: Boynton House Art Exhibition Space, Richmond Green Park, 1300 Elgin Mills Rd. E., Richmond Hill
Access: Free; washroom available. The rear programming room is wheelchair accessible. Main gallery spaces are accessible by stairs only.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/BoyntonHouse
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| Layers of Imagination with Vicky Talwar |
| Sunday, September 20, 1 to 4 p.m.
Join artist Vicky Talwar for a hands-on mixed media workshop using paint, collage, drawing, and other tactile materials. Participants will experiment with layering techniques to create expressive artworks while exploring connection, community, and storytelling.
Location: Richmond Hill Cultural Centre, 10184 Yonge St., Richmond Hill
Access: Free drop-in; all ages. Children require adult supervision and assistance.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/CulturalCentre
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| Métis Dot Art: Indigenous Adaptations |
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Saturday, September 26, 2 to 4 p.m.
Join Métis artisan Kathy Morgan and explore the colourful world of dot art. Participants will decorate woodcut ornaments while learning how Métis artists adapted and embraced this artistic style.
Location: Richmond Hill Cultural Centre, 10184 Yonge St., Richmond Hill
Access: Free drop-in; all ages. Children require adult supervision and assistance.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/CulturalCentre
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| The Stories Behind the Photographs |
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Saturday, October 3, 2 to 4 p.m.
Led by Precious Words Inc., this workshop invites participants to reflect, discuss, and write about photographs. Through storytelling and shared experiences, participants will uncover memories, milestones, and meaningful personal histories.
Location: Richmond Hill Cultural Centre, 10184 Yonge St., Richmond Hill
Access: Free drop-in; all ages. Children require adult supervision and assistance.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/CulturalCentre
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| Preparing for Grant Writing Workshop |
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Thursday, October 1, 2 to 4 p.m.
Led by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, this workshop helps arts and culture organizations and individuals strengthen their grant readiness. Learn how to assess organizational needs, identify funding opportunities, and determine whether a grant aligns with your goals and capacity.
Location: Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St., Richmond Hill
Access: Free; registration required.
Learn More: Preparing for Grant Writing Workshop
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Heritage Services
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Heritage Centre Scavenger Hunt
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Step into Richmond Hill's past through this self-guided scavenger hunt. Begin in the History Room and learn about the earliest inhabitants of the area before exploring the Community Gallery and discovering the stories of influential local residents. Along the way, uncover the history of Yonge Street and its importance as a transportation route for trade, travel, and settlement.
Dates & Times:
- Saturday, September 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 22, 1 to 4 p.m.
- Thursday, September 24, 4 to 8 p.m.
- Saturday, September 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 29, 1 to 4 p.m.
- Thursday, October 1, 4 to 8 p.m.
- Saturday, October 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Duration: Approximately 30 minutes.
Location: Richmond Hill Heritage Centre, 19 Church St. N., Richmond Hill
Access: Free; offered in English; wheelchair accessible; washrooms available; family-friendly.
Registration: Not required.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/HeritageCentre
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| Steeped in History: Tea's Culture, Commerce and Ceremony |
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If you love tea, history, or simply a cozy hot beverage, this exhibit is for you. Steeped in History: Tea's Culture, Commerce and Ceremony explores the global journey of tea and the ways it has shaped traditions, rituals, and social connections across cultures for thousands of years.
Featuring artifacts from the Richmond Hill Artifact Collection alongside stories and reflections from community members, visitors are invited to explore how tea has brought people together across generations and around the world.
Dates & Times:
- Saturday, September 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 22, 1 to 4 p.m.
- Thursday, September 24, 4 to 8 p.m.
- Saturday, September 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 29, 1 to 4 p.m.
- Thursday, October 1, 4 to 8 p.m.
- Saturday, October 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Duration: Approximately 30 minutes.
Location: Richmond Hill Heritage Centre, 19 Church St. N., Richmond Hill
Access: Free; offered in English; wheelchair accessible; washrooms available; family-friendly.
Registration: Not required.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/HeritageCentre
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Museum of the Streets
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Self-guided; available throughout Culture Days.
Explore Richmond Hill's historic downtown through this self-guided outdoor heritage experience. Beginning at Amos Wright Park and the Richmond Hill Heritage Centre, participants can follow distinctive green Museum of the Streets markers to discover eleven heritage sites throughout the Village of Richmond Hill.
Download the tour map and uncover stories of historic buildings, community landmarks, and the people who helped shape Richmond Hill's past.
Location: Begins at the Richmond Hill Heritage Centre, 19 Church St. N., Richmond Hill
Access: Free; offered in English; family-friendly.
Duration: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
Registration: Not required.
Learn More: Museum of the Streets Tour Map
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Tour the Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory
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Discover one of Richmond Hill's most significant heritage landmarks through a self-guided tour of the Observatory and Administration Building. Designated a National Historic Site, the Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory is home to Canada's largest optical telescope and has played an important role in astronomical research and education.
While visiting, explore Into Focus: Women in Toronto Astronomy, a special exhibition highlighting the achievements of Helen Sawyer Hogg, Ruth Northcott, and Jessie Dunlap. Presented by the David A. Dunlap Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics at the University of Toronto.
Visitors are also encouraged to enjoy the surrounding parkland and trail network.
Dates & Times:
- Sunday, September 20, 1 to 5 p.m.
- Saturday, September 26, 1 to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, September 27, 1 to 5 p.m.
- Saturday, October 3, 1 to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, October 4, 1 to 5 p.m.
Location: Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory, 123 Hillsview Dr., Richmond Hill
Access: Free; offered in English; washrooms available. As the Administration Building and Observatory are historic buildings, access is by stairs only.
Duration: Approximately 30 minutes.
Registration: Not required.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/RHDDOPrograms
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| Walk and Learn Tour: Richmond Green Park |
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Sunday, September 27, 1 p.m.
Join Heritage Services staff on a guided walk through Richmond Green Park and uncover the stories that shaped this important community space. Learn about the area's Indigenous connections, the history of the Boynton family farm, the Agricultural Spring Fair, and the public art and landscapes found throughout the park today.
Look for the Walk and Learn sandwich board at the Boynton House Art Exhibition Space.
Location: Boynton House Art Exhibition Space, 1300 Elgin Mills Rd. E., Richmond Hill
Access: Free; offered in English; washrooms available; family-friendly.
Duration: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
Registration: Not required.
Please Note: Tour runs rain or shine. Wear clothing and footwear suitable for outdoor walking.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/HeritagePrograms
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| Walk and Learn Tour: Phyllis Rawlinson Park |
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Sunday, October 4, 1 p.m.
Discover the fascinating history of Richmond Hill's largest moraine park and the remarkable legacy of Phyllis Rawlinson. Learn about her passion for art, horses, and conservation, and how her influence helped shape one of Richmond Hill's most beloved natural spaces.
Look for the Walk and Learn sandwich board at the George Forster House.
Location: George Forster House, 11715 Leslie St., Richmond Hill
Access: Free; offered in English; washrooms available; family-friendly.
Duration: Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
Registration: Not required.
Please Note: Tour runs rain or shine. Wear clothing and footwear suitable for outdoor walking.
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/HeritagePrograms
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Events
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Moonlight Movies – “Despicable Me 4”
Friday, September 19, 6:30 p.m. (movies will begin at dusk)
Soak up the final nights of summer under the stars at our Moonlight Movies. Pack your chairs and blankets, gather the family to enjoy a new release or an old classic. Join us for some pre-show fun and indulge in some delicious food and desserts starting at 6:30 p.m.
About the movie: Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith, and Agnes welcome a new member to the family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run. (Rated PG 1 h. 34 m.)
Location: David Hamilton Park, 311 Valleymede Dr., Richmond Hill, ON L4B 2E1
Learn More: RichmondHill.ca/MoonlightMovies
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| Richmond Hill Public Library |
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Saturday, September 19, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Celebrate Culture Days with a full day of creativity and community. Enjoy hands-on embroidery and weaving, a special family storytime, collaborative wig-making for children experiencing hair loss, origami activities, and live classical guitar music. Presented in partnership with local guilds, artists, and community organizations.
Location: Oak Ridges Library Branch, 34 Regatta Ave., Richmond Hill
Access: Free drop-in; family-friendly.
Learn More: RHPL.ca/Culture-Days
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