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July in Toronto is packed with music festivals, food events, sports, live entertainment, and cultural celebrations across the city. From VELD and Summerlicious to concerts, art experiences, and family-friendly attractions, here are the best things to do in Toronto this month.
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1. VELD Music Festival
Experience one of Toronto’s biggest electronic music festivals, featuring performances from global headliners like FISHER, Illenium, Armin van Buuren, Above & Beyond, and Kx5.
Where: Downsview Park (35 Carl Hall Road)
When: July 31st - August 2nd, 2026
Price: Starting at $272
Category: Date-Friends
2. Taste of Lawrence
Taste of Lawrence is back for its 22nd year! Presented by TD, this 3-day food festival will feature over 180 vendors, live music, cultural showcases, games, midway rides, and a brand-new soccer hub celebrating the world’s most popular game. Mark your calendars because you don’t want to miss this event!
Where: Lawrence Avenue East between Warden Avenue and Birchmount Road
When: July 3rd-5th, 2026
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
3. J. Cole: The Fall-Off Tour
Catch J. Cole live as he delivers sharp lyricism, introspective storytelling, and fan-favourite tracks from one of hip-hop’s most influential artists.
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St)
When: July 27th - 28th, 2026
Price: Starting at $104
Category: Date-Friends
4. Toronto Blue Jays
Catch a Toronto Blue Jays game and enjoy baseball action, ballpark eats, themed game nights, exclusive fan giveaways, and an electric atmosphere at one of the city's most iconic sports experiences.
Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way)
When: Various dates throughout July
Price: Starting at $25
Category: Family-friendly
5. Summerlicious
Treat your taste buds to a citywide dining adventure as more than 240 Toronto restaurants serve special three-course prix fixe menus, offering everything from local favourites to globally inspired cuisine at a variety of price points.
Where: Various restaurants
When: July 3rd - 19th, 2026
Price: Starting at $20
Category: Family-friendly
6. KAROL G - VIAJANDO POR EL MUNDO TROPITOUR
Experience a high-energy stadium show with Karol G, featuring chart-topping hits, Latin music anthems, stunning visuals, and unforgettable live performances.
Where: Rogers Stadium (81 YZD Ln, North York)
When: July 29th, 2026
Price: Starting at $190
Category: Date-Friends
7. Toronto Fringe
Experience one of Toronto’s biggest indie arts festivals, featuring hundreds of theatre, comedy, dance, storytelling, and live performance shows from emerging and established artists across the city.
Where: Multiple locations
When: June 30th - July 12th, 2026
Price: Prices vary per event
Category: Date-Friends
8. Ink the 6ix Tattoo Expo
Explore one of Toronto’s biggest tattoo conventions, featuring live tattooing, tattoo competitions, art exhibits, seminars, workshops, and artists from around the world showcasing their craft.
Where: Enercare Centre, Hall C (100 Princes' Blvd)
When: July 10th, 2026
Price: Starting at $30
Category: Date-Friends
9. Louis Tomlinson - How Did We Get Here? World Tour
Experience an unforgettable night with Louis Tomlinson, featuring fan-favourite hits, new music, emotional singalongs, and an electrifying arena atmosphere.
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St)
When: July 17th, 2026
Price: Starting at $82
Category: Date-Friends
10. Toronto Tempo Games
Cheer on Canada’s first WNBA team and experience fast-paced basketball, high-energy entertainment, and an electric game-day atmosphere.
Where: Scotiabank Arena or Coca-Cola Coliseum
When: Various dates throughout July
Price: Starting at $30
Category: Family-friendly
11. Josh Johnson's Comedy Band Camp
Laugh the night away with comedian Josh Johnson at his Comedy Band Camp, a unique live experience that blends sharp stand-up, storytelling, live music, and interactive summer camp-inspired fun.
Where: Massey Hall (178 Victoria St)
When: July 17th - 19th, 2026
Price: Starting at $55
Category: Date-Friends
12. ImportFest
Experience North America’s largest indoor car show, featuring hundreds of customized vehicles, live automotive competitions, special guest appearances, exhibitor showcases, and the latest trends in car culture.
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre (255 Front St W)
When: July 18th, 2026
Price: $40.66
Category: Family-friendly
13. ROM After Dark: Island Fête
Celebrate Caribbean culture with an evening of live music, dance, DJs, workshops, island-inspired food and drinks, plus access to special museum exhibitions.
Where: Royal Ontario Museum (100 Queens Park)
When: July 24th, 2026
Price: $40
Category: Date-Friends
14. Breakfast Club at the AGO
Start your morning with coffee, a pastry, and a guided art workshop featuring drawing demonstrations, creative exercises, and gallery exploration, with all supplies included and a sketchbook to take home.
Where: Art Gallery of Ontario (317 Dundas St W)
When: July 18th, 2026
Price: Public $85 / Members $65
Category: Family-friendly
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