Toronto is packed with things to do this weekend! From the CNE’s final weekend and major concerts to festivals, sports, fireworks, and family-friendly fun, here are some of the best events to check out.

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1. CNE’s Final Weekend

It’s your last chance to enjoy the CNE’s midway rides, wild food creations, live entertainment, exhibits, and end-of-summer fun before it closes for the season on Labour Day.

Where: Exhibition Place (100 Princes' Blvd)

When: On until September 7th, 2026

Price: General admission starts at $26.55

Category: Family-friendly

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2. Canada’s Wonderland Labour Day Fireworks

More than 6,000 fireworks will light up the sky in a choreographed end-of-summer show over Wonder Mountain.

Where: 1 Canada's Wonderland Dr (Vaughan)

When: September 6th, 2026 (9:45 pm)

Price: Included with park admission

Category: Family-friendly

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3. Pitbull: I’m Back Tour

Dance along to Pitbull’s biggest party anthems as his high-energy tour hits Toronto with special guest Lil Jon.

Where: RBC Amphitheatre (909 Lake Shore Blvd W)

When: September 5th, 2026 (8 pm)

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Date-friendly

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4. Canadian International Air Show

Toronto’s skies come alive as the Canadian International Air Show returns for its 77th year with military jets, vintage aircraft, and thrilling aerobatic performances, including the Canadian Forces Snowbirds.

Where: Marilyn Bell Park / Toronto Waterfront

When: September 5th - 7th, 2026 (12 pm - 3:40 pm)

Price: Air Show Zone tickets available; can also be seen from CNE

Category: Family-friendly

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5. Toronto Dragon Festival

Celebrate Chinese culture with high-pole lion and dragon dances, the Toronto debut of Chaoshan Yingge Dance, multicultural performances, Asian street food, light and water shows, and an interactive AI and robotics showcase.

Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W)

When: September 4th - 6th, 2026

Price: Free

Category: Family-friendly

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6. RÜFÜS DU SOL: North America 2026

Experience RÜFÜS DU SOL’s atmospheric electronic sound live in Toronto, with special guest Fcukers.

Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way)

When: September 5th, 2026 (7:30 pm)

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Date-friendly

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7. Toronto International BuskerFest

Toronto’s BuskerFest returns for Labour Day weekend with four days of incredible street performers, including acrobats, musicians, comedians, and fire performers.

Where: Woodbine Park (1695 Queen St E)

When: September 4th - 7th, 2026

Price: Starting at $10

Category: Date-friendly

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8. Toronto FC vs. Chicago Fire FC

Cheer on Toronto FC as they face Chicago Fire FC, with match tickets also including free admission to the CNE.

Where: BMO Field (170 Princes' Blvd)

When: September 5th, 2026 (7:30 pm)

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Family-friendly

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9. Dog-Only Pool Swim

Toronto pups are taking over select outdoor pools for a free dog-only swim, giving them a chance to splash around before the pools close for the season. Owners must stay on the pool deck, with a maximum of two dogs per adult.

Where: Select outdoor pools across Toronto, call to inquire

When: September 6th, 2026

Price: Free

Category: Family-friendly

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10. BABYMETAL World Tour 2026

Japanese metal group BABYMETAL brings its high-energy world tour to Toronto, joined by special guests Halestorm and Violent Vira.

Where: RBC Amphitheatre (909 Lake Shore Blvd W)

When: September 7th, 2026 (7:20 pm)

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Date-friendly

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11. Mississauga Moon & Lantern Festival

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with colourful lantern displays, cultural performances, mooncakes, food vendors, shopping, and family-friendly activities.

Where: Square One Shopping Centre, Lot P6 (100 City Centre Dr)

When: September 4th - 7th, 2026

Price: Free

Category: Family-friendly

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12. Bark in the Park TO

Celebrate all things canine with pet vendors, obstacle courses, play and splash zones, photo opportunities, a costume contest, and daily performances by The Canine Circus.

Where: Woodbine Park (1695 Queen St E)

When: September 4th - 7th, 2026

Price: Tickets include access to Buskerfest

Category: Family-friendly

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13. AFC Toronto vs. Calgary Wild FC

Catch some of Canada’s top women’s soccer talent live as Toronto battles Calgary in Northern Super League action.

Where: BMO Field (170 Princes' Blvd)

When: September 6th, 2026 (2 pm)

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.