Survey now open: Help shape the future of special events in Oakville

Share your feedback on draft Special Event Plan by August 1, 2025

The Town of Oakville is inviting residents, event organizers, and vendors to share their input on the draft Special Events Plan, which will help shape the future of local events and ensure they continue to reflect the diverse interests and needs of the community. 

This plan is intended to serve as a framework for planning and delivering special events that foster community connection, support the local economy, and enhance Oakville’s vibrancy and livability. 

Building on public consultation in 2024 and early 2025, this new round of engagement invites additional feedback to help refine the draft plan before it is finalized. Community input, along with trend analysis and supporting research, has highlighted several key areas of focus: 

Supporting accessible and inclusive events that reflect Oakville’s growing and diverse population. 

Exploring ways to streamline processes and enhance support for event organizers, including simplified funding tools. 

Encouraging greater community leadership through collaboration with local groups and more opportunities for community-led programming. 

Considering improvements to parks and public spaces to better support events. 

Have your say 

The draft plan is now available for review, and feedback can be submitted online through a short survey open until Friday, August 1, 2025.  

The finalized Special Events Plan is expected to be presented to Council in late fall 2025. To read the draft plan and take the survey, please visit the Special Events Plan page.