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There's no shortage of family fun to enjoy in Georgina this August. From outdoor movies and splash-filled water play to the Field to Table event and exploring Georgina Village Museum, there's something for everyone. Get ready to make the most of summer with exciting activities and events all month long.

The Town of Georgina is kicking off the highly anticipated High Street Reconstruction Project. Phase 1 construction will take place on High Street between Dalton Road and River Street, and between West Street and Highway 48. 

Mayor Quirk proclaims Aug. 5 as Sean Walker Day

Sean Walker is bringing the Stanley Cup to Georgina. The Keswick native and defenceman for the Carolina Hurricanes celebrated the Stanley Cup championship on June 14, 2026. He will bring the Stanley Cup to the Georgina Ice Palace on Wednesday, Aug. 5 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 

The Uptown Keswick Parkette Concert Series scheduled for Saturday, July 18, featuring Busking for the Pantry – Lakefront Revival, has been postponed due to the poor air quality.

The event will be rescheduled and details will be announced when available. 

The heat is on this week in Georgina. Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a Yellow-level Heat Warning for Georgina and all of York Region. 

With the hot temperatures, the Town is reminding everyone to take precautions to stay cool, hydrated and safe. 

Mark your calendars! The Canada Day fireworks have been rescheduled and will now light up the sky on Friday, Sept. 18, at 8 p.m. at the ROC.

The Town will kick off Cultural Festival with an evening of celebration. Join us from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for cultural activities, food, DJ and plenty of family fun before the spectacular fireworks show begins.

More event details are coming soon, so stay tuned.

The Town of Georgina extends condolences to the family of Durham Regional Police Constable in Training Tyrone Magbitang who was killed on July 7 in a highway crash while on route to training at the Ontario Police College in Aylmer, ON. 

Flags will be lowered at all Town facilities and at the intersection of Ravenshoe Road and Woodbine Avenue in his memory. 

Thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

The Town of Georgina and Georgina Fire and Rescue Services officially opened the live fire training tower in Georgina on July 7, 2026. This new training facility will allow crews to conduct live fire training as well as technical rescue training. Along with the Town’s contribution, the Government of Ontario through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Capital Stream supported this initiative with an investment of $550,436.

Following today's storm, the Canada Day festivities at the ROC are done for today. 

The fireworks will not take place this evening. 

They will be rescheduled at a later date.

Join us at the ROC Chalet on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. for a World Cup Team Canada Soccer Viewing Party in partnership with the Lake Simcoe Soccer Club. Cheer on Canada as they take on Morocco in World Cup action.

Throw on your jersey, wave your flags, bring your loudest cheers and catch every exciting moment on the big screen in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.