In this Issue:

July Event Calendar
July Downtown Event Calendar

Downtown Plan Survey
Our downtown is changing and growing quickly, and a new Downtown Plan will be created to help the City of London plan for the long-term future of downtown.

Please share your input that will help inform the development of the Downtown Plan. The survey should take approximately 5 minutes to complete.

The survey is open from June 10, 2025 to August 22, 2025. For any questions or issues, please email: dmp@london.ca.
Complete the survey here
Learn more about the Downtown Plan here

Rock the Park Giveaway
5 nights, 5 days, the ultimate downtown experience. Enter now to win your chance to attend ALL 5 nights of ROCK THE PARK at Harris Park from July 8 to 12 PLUS spend 5 days downtown experiencing and discovering unique spots.

To enter:
Step 1 – Like this Instagram post
Step 2 – Tag a friend in the same Instagram post (unlimited entries)
Step 3 – Follow @downtownlondon & @rocktheparkldn 
Share this post to your Instagram story = bonus entry

This contest closes at 1 pm on June 30 and the winner will be notified by DM via our @downtownlondon account.  The winner will receive 2 tickets to all 5 nights of Rock The Park, a $1000 Downtown Dollar Gift Card, plus services, swag, discounts, free parking and more from Downtown London businesses.
Enter the giveaway here

Road Closure Notices
2025 Canada Day fireworks at Harris Park:
The roads directly below the fireworks display will be closed as a safety precaution between 8:00pm and 11:00pm on July 1st.
Beginning  Wednesday, July 2 through Labour Day (weather permitting), Wellington Street will be fully closed from King to Horton, including the underpass, for infrastructure upgrades.

  • York & Wellington: Partial access for westbound traffic

  • Horton & Wellington: Open east-west only

  • Clarence & York: Closed (local access only)

  • Bathurst: Open for local access

Alternate routes into downtown include Richmond Street at Horton and Colborne Street via Horton. Expect delays and detours. Pedestrian and cyclist access may be restricted, follow signage. Some LTC routes affected, visit londontransit.ca for updates.
2025 Sunfest at Victoria Park:
Event Operators have requested Wellington St (between Wolfe and Dufferin Ave) be closed between Wednesday, July 2nd at 6PM to Monday, July 7th at 4PM.

Sneak Peak at the next Downtown London Trail

Sneak Peek: A Sweet New Trail is Coming! 🍦🍰

Get ready to discover the delicious side of downtown with the Sweet Treat Trail, launching July 3!

This self-guided adventure highlights local businesses serving up everything from ice cream and croissants to decadent desserts of all kinds.

Check in at participating locations using your digital pass to earn points toward Downtown Dollar Gift Cards, exclusive discounts, and sweet prizes. More details coming soon. Keep an eye out on our social media & website and get ready for a new reason to treat yourself! 🥳
Check out all the Downtown London Trails here

As the Crow Flies – Museum London
More info and register here

Home County Music & Art Festival
The Home County Folk League is thrilled to announce Bedouin Soundclash as the headliner for the 49th Home County Music & Art Festival on Saturday, July 26 in Victoria Park, London, Ontario.

This year’s lineup features nine performers on one stage, including OMBIIGIZI, Raised By Swans, Pacanomad, Sister Ray, New Cumberland, The Marrieds, Fraser Teeple, and Leanne Mayer. Enjoy a curated artisan market, delicious local food, and the popular Beer Garden operated in partnership with London Brewing.

As always, admission is by donation, everyone is welcome!
More info here

Downtown Celebrations
WOW Pierogies – Grand Opening!
Buttercreme – 1 Year!
District Ice Cream – 1 Year!
Thaifoon – 20 Years!
Bijan’s Art Studio – 30 Years!

Downtown Dollar Gift Cards are accepted at 190+ businesses downtown to encourage local spending and are a great gift for someone who likes a bit of everything!

Purchase here
About Downtown Dollar Gift Cards