Chill at Studio.89
Studio.89 is a community hub and fair trade café that offers a wide range of fun and
empowering activities. They host several events each week, including yoga, paint
nights, and networking workshops. It’s a cozy café with board games, books, and yummy organic treats.
Cost: Under $10 for savoury treats, under $5 for sweet treats
Distance from UTM: 15 minutes by car
Visit Port Credit
With a beautiful waterfront, amazing restaurants, live music, and vibrant nightlife,
Port Credit is a neighbourhood worthy of your time. It’s the home of several festivals, a farmers’ market, and outdoor movie screenings. Stroll through this neighbourhood, visit the boutique stores, watch the sunset while the boats cruise down the lake, and make sure to check out the harbour lighthouse — it’s a sight you don’t want to miss.
Cost: Free
Distance from UTM: 15 minutes by car
Spend a day at Scooter’s Roller Palace
Go old-school and visit this retro roller skating rink. Scooter’s is the best place to let loose and forget about your classes. Jam to the DJ’s music, enjoy some snacks, and get your cardio on.
Cost: Around $15, including skate rental
Distance from UTM: 10 minutes by car
Relax at Kariya Park
This hidden city oasis offers a Japanese-style garden and cherry blossom trees. Kariya Park is located right next to the hub of downtown Mississauga, a short distance from a variety of transit routes. Whether you’re having a picnic by the pond or taking a walk through the flowerbeds, this lovely park is an ideal spot to unwind from your studies — it’s also the perfect place to take your next profile picture!
Cost: Free
Distance from UTM: 15 minutes by car
Hang out at Celebration Square
Celebration Square is a Mississauga classic. Located in the heart of the city, this public facility is a great spot to hang out any time of year. The square hosts year-round events like ice skating and movie nights, and it hosts a fabulous New Year’s Eve party as well. If you need to study, Mississauga’s Central Library is the perfect place to work right next door.
Cost: Free
Distance from UTM: 10 minutes by car
Spend a night out at &Company Resto Bar
Located in the heart of Mississauga, this stylish nightclub and restaurant has a vibrant rooftop patio and a great dance floor. The bar also offers free dance lessons every Wednesday for ‘Latin Night.’ Just like downtown Toronto nightlife, &Company Resto Bar is the place to be on a Saturday night in the suburbs.
Cost: Varied
Distance from UTM: 15 minutes by car