Summer Programs
Subscribe to this page to receive updates for 2024 summer programs and activitiesThe City of Brantford is thrilled to offer free programs to the community this year! Harmony Square has many community favourites this year and we are excited to offer free programming this summer.
Bring your swim suit and cool down in the Harmony Square splash pad.
Summer programs (July/August 2023)
Roller Skate in the Square |
Monday and Wednesday
Kickin’ it old school! Let’s get movin’ and groovin’, for a summer roller skate in the Square, with a live D.J. Retro Rollers skate rentals available on-site ($10.00 per pair to rent. Debit and credit will be available). Sizes range from J12 to adult size 15. Proudly sponsored by Downtown Brantford BIA. Roller Rink Rules
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Character Meet and Greet |
Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Bringing magic to life in Harmony Square! Say hello to a different Glass Slipper Company character weekly. Children will also have the opportunity to colour a colouring page photo of the character, and have it autographed! Photos can be taken. Meet and Greet's
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Fitness in the Square |
Harmony Square is partnering with Laurier Brantford YMCA to offer free fitness classes! See below for class dates and times. Mondays from 7:15 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. (July 10 to August 28) (No program on August 7)
Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. (July 11 to August 29)
Wednesdays from 7:15 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. (July 12 to August 30)
Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. (July 13 to August 31)
Fridays from 7:15 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. (July 14 to September 1)
Important information:
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Music in the Square |
Fridays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (July 14 to September 1) Enjoy the smooth sounds of good music performed outdoors presented by TD. Each week will be a show you won’t want to miss. Don’t forget your lawn chair.
Proudly sponsored by TD Banking Group. |
Movies in the Square |
Thursdays starting at dusk Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a movie under the stars in Harmony Square! Join us for pre-show activities and a movie on the big screen starting at dusk. Popcorn and sweet treats will be available for purchase. Follow us on Facebook to answer the weekly trivia poll. The winner will receive VIP treatment, two drinks and two bags of popcorn donated by Downtown Central Neighbourhood Association and front row seats in a Muskoka Chair. Go green and receive a free popcorn out of it! We are offering 1 free popcorn to each person who rides their bike to Movies in the Square this year. Popcorn, drinks and other goodies can be purchased on site through Downtown Central Neighbourhood Association. Proceeds go towards Gifts of the Heart. Additional donations can be made onsite at the concession booth or through this link https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-to-feed-kids-in-need.
Thank you to all the Movies in the Square sponsors! |
Chess in the Square |
Tuesday and Thursdays from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (July 11 to August 31) Join the Brantford Chess Club for an afternoon of recreational chess. No previous experience required. Chess Tournaments to be held on Sunday, July 16 and August 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
Playdate in the Square |
Wednesdays from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (July 12 to August 30) Join the Brantford Public Library for an outdoor playdate in Harmony Square. Every week we’ll be bringing giant games, bubbles and more. This program will run weather-permitting. |
Fun in the Sun with Family Gathering |
Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (July 13 to August 31) Join Family Gathering Urban EarlyOn (519-720-0448) for crafts, physical activity, science experiments, sensory, painting and Indigenous Cultural education! |
Courtyard Concert Series |
Friday August 11, 18, and 25 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Courtyard Concert Series celebrates up and coming talent and musicianship from all across the province of Ontario! Our goal is to provide entertainment for the general public to make their day a little bit brighter! Bring your lawn chair down to Harmony Square Aug 11, 18, and 25 from 12:00 to 1:00 pm to enjoy the free music.
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HipFest |
Saturday, August 19 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Bring down your own lawn chair and enjoy an evening of musical tributes celebrating the Tragically Hip presented by Hudson Public. The Downtown Brantford BIA presents the opener Man Machine Poem, and attendees can finish the night out with headliner 50 Mission. New this year, food, craft and artisan vendors will be in Harmony Square with items available for purchase throughout the evening. Sponsored by Hudson Public Kitchen & Bar, Downtown Brantford BIA |
Livi & Friends Kid’s Show |
Sunday, August 27 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Are you ready for your kids to sing, dance, jump, and learn? Livi & Friends is coming to Brantford! Your children will enjoy Livi's educational songs, dances, and interactive games. Join us at our Livi & Friends concert and get ready to have a fun and interactive time! Livi & Friends is sponsored by JonAyves Learning Club. Visit www.jonayves.com for more about Livi & Friends, children's books, tutoring, and more! |