What to do this weekend in Sudbury - May 30-June 1

1. Kick off gardening season — Plant sale 🪴

2. Celebrate spring — Spring Fling 🌷

3. Enjoy music in the park — Peter Schneider Concert Series 🎻

4. Get in a laugh — Paws for a Cause Comedy Show 🐾

5. Check out cool rides — Cruisin’ for Organ Donors Car Show 🚗

Plant Sale 🪴

The Sudbury Market’s Gardeners Day & Spring Plant Sale is happening this Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm! Browse a wide selection of locally grown plants, pick up a few gardening books, and connect with fellow plant lovers. Whether you're after perennials, pollinator-friendly picks, or just some inspiration, there’s something for everyone!

Spring Fling 🌷

Spring Fling returns to Bell Park this weekend with Northern Ontario’s largest inflatable park! With 20+ giant attractions, rock climbing, axe throwing, a video game trailer, and more, it’s packed with excitement for all ages. $25 for unlimited access to most activities. Runs Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm.

Peter Schneider Concert Series 🎻

The beloved Peter Schneider Concert Series returns this Sunday at 7 pm at the Katherine Bell Gazebo in Bell Park. Opening night features Nickel 64, a talented local duo blending violin and guitar in beautiful harmony across classical and contemporary styles. Bring a chair and soak in the live music by the lake!

Paws for a Cause Comedy Show 🐾

This Saturday from 8–10 pm at Little Montreal, enjoy a hilarious night out while supporting local animals. The Paws for a Cause Comedy Show features local comedians, with all proceeds going to the Ontario SPCA Sudbury & District Animal Centre. Tickets are available here and are just $15!

Cruisin’ for Organ Donors Car Show 🚗

Head to PartSource (1010 Lorne St) on Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm for the Cruisin’ for Organ Donors car show, in support of Sudbury CARes. Expect cool cars, live music, food vendors, kids’ zones, an ice cream truck, and great prizes! Monetary donations accepted upon entrance.

Community Yard Sales in Coniston and Onaping Falls 🏷️

Don’t miss out on your chance to find some great treasures this weekend in Coniston, Dowling, Onaping and Levack. From 8 am to 2 pm on Saturday in Coniston (addresses here). On Saturday and some addresses on Sunday in Onaping Falls (addresses here).

Art Exhibit in Azilda 🎨

The Rayside-Balfour Whitewater Brush & Palette Art Club returns with its 23rd annual exhibition and sale on Sunday from 11 am to 4 pm at the Edgar Leclair Centre in Azilda. Enjoy local art, live entertainment, and refreshments—free admission!

Last week’s survey 🙋‍♀️

Thanks for all your restaurant recommendations last week. The most recommended place was…The Kouzzina! *adding to my summer to-go list* Close runner-ups were Respect is Burning and Tony V’s!

Thanks for reading another issue of Sudbury Serial. We hope you have a great week! 💌