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County of BrantMovies and Music in the Parks returns this summer

County of Brant will be hosting their Park Programs, which include Movies in the Park, Music in the Parks and Park Patrol starting next week.

“You know that summer has officially arrived when park programs return to Brant,” said Sarah Dredge, Manager, Recreation Services. “We are thrilled to once again be offering free programs for everyone to enjoy.”

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2024 Park Program Lineup

Park Patrol
Drop-in for eight weeks of FREE outdoor fun at parks throughout the County of Brant. Stop in for crafts, bubbles, sensory bins, games and more! Recommended for ages 2 to 8 yrs. Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am.

  • Mondays from July 8 – August 26 at the Burford Community Centre – Dale Weatherbee Pavilion, 14 Potter Drive, Burford
  • Tuesdays from July 2 – August 27 at Sunny Hill Park Pavilion, 87 Sunnyside Drive, St. George
  • Wednesdays from July 3 – August 28 at Paris Lions Park Pavilion, 60 Laurel Street, Paris
  • Thursdays from July 4 – August 29 at Mt. Pleasant Park Pavilion, 555 Burch Road, Mt. Pleasant
  • Fridays from July 5 – August 20 at Scotland Optimist Park, 81 Simcoe Street, Scotland
Photo courtesy County of Brant.

Music in the Parks
Eight dates, eight performances, four beautiful communities in four cozy parks. Music in the Parks performances will take place on Tuesdays between July 9 and August 27, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. 

  • Tuesday, July 9 – Paris Lion’s Park, Walter Williams Amphitheatre, 60 Laurel Street, Paris
    • Performer: Calm Canopy – Genre: Alternative Pop/Rock
  • Tuesday, July 16 – Gaukel Memorial Community Centre (east side green space), 7 Gaukel Drive St. George
    • Performer: Tyler Wilson – Genre: Blues/Rock
  • Tuesday, July 23 – TF Warren Group Cainsville Community Centre (outdoor patio), 15 Ewart Avenue, Cainsville
    • Performer: Branson Palanio Organ Trio – Genre: Jazz/Soul/Funk Instrumental
  • Tuesday, July 30 – Art Cadman Burford Lion’s Park (picnic shelter), 78 Maple Ave N, Burford
    • Performer: Backburner – Genre: Rock/Funk/Blues
  • Tuesday, August 6 – Paris Lion’s Park, Walter Williams Amphitheatre, 60 Laurel Street, Paris
    • Performer: The George Rose Little Band – Genre: Jazz
  • Tuesday, August 13 – Gaukel Memorial Community Centre (east side green space), 7 Gaukel Drive St. George
    • Performer: Brian Spielvogel – Genre: Americana/Folk/Country
  • Tuesday, August 20 – TF Warren Group Cainsville Community Centre (outdoor patio), 15 Ewart Avenue, Cainsville
    • Performer: Ross Wooldridge, Carolyn Credico – Genre: Jazz
  • Tuesday, August 27 – Art Cadman Burford Lion’s Park (picnic shelter), 78 Maple Ave N, Burford
    • Performer: The Killin’ Time Band – Genre: Rock, Reggae, Funk and Country
Photo courtesy County of Brant.

Movies in the Parks

Experience the magic of movies under the stars this summer with County of Brant’s Movies in the Park. These free, family-friendly screenings are open to all. Don’t forget your lawn chairs and blankets! Movies begin at dusk.

  • Wednesday, July 10 – Onondaga Community Hall, 42 Brantford Street, Onondaga
    • Movie: Kung Fu Panda 4
  • Wednesday, July 24 – Mt. Pleasant Park, 555 Burtch Road, Mt. Pleasant
    • Movie: Migration
  • Wednesday, August 14 – King William Park, 52 King William Street, St. George
    • Movie: The Little Mermaid
  • Wednesday, August 28 – Burford Community Park, 14 Potter Drive, Burford
    • Movie: TBD
  • Friday, September 6 – Forest Drive Park, 31 Forest Drive, Paris
    • Movie: TBD
  • Friday, September 13 – Scotland Community Centre, 85 Simcoe Street, Scotland
    • Movie: TBD

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