There’s no shortage of exciting events in Toronto this August. From concerts and food festivals to sporting events, public art, and immersive experiences, here are the best things to do in Toronto this month.

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1. CNE

It isn't summer in Toronto without the Canadian National Exhibition! Get ready for thrilling rides, wacky foods, vendors, live music, and so much more.

Where: Exhibition Place (100 Princes' Blvd)

When: August 21st - September 7th, 2026‍

Price: Starting at $25‍

Category: Family-friendly

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2. VELD

Expect three days of world-famous DJs, massive stages, immersive productions, and high-energy crowds at Canada’s biggest electronic music festival.

Where: Downsview Park (70 Canuck Ave, North York)

When: July 31st and August 1st - 2nd, 2026‍

Price: Ticket prices vary‍

Category: Family-friendly

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3. Toronto Blue Jays Games

Catch the Toronto Blue Jays in action throughout August and enjoy exciting themed games, special giveaways, and plenty of ballpark entertainment.

Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way)‍

When: Select dates throughout August‍

Price: Starting at $25‍

Category: Family-friendly‍

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4. Ed Sheeran: LOOP Tour

Experience Ed Sheeran’s LOOP Tour with chart-topping hits, massive stadium production, and performances from special guests Myles Smith, Lukas Graham, and BIIRD.

Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way)

When: August 20th - 22nd, 2026‍

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Family-friendly

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5. FAN EXPO Canada

Celebrate comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming and cosplay with celebrity guests, panels, photo opportunities, shopping and immersive fan experiences.

Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre (255 Front St W)

When: August 27th - 30th, 2026‍

Price: Starting at $31‍

Category: Family-friendly

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6. Taco Fest

Taste more than 200 taco creations from top Toronto restaurants while enjoying tequila and mezcal tastings, live mariachi music, salsa dancing, and interactive games.

Where: Fort York (100 Garrison Rd)

When: August 7th - 9th, 2026‍

Price: Starting at $18

Category: Family-friendly

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7. Guns N' Roses: World Tour 2026

See Guns N’ Roses perform their legendary rock hits live as their massive 2026 world tour stops in Toronto.

Where: Rogers Stadium (81 YZD Ln, North York)

When: August 5th, 2026 (6:25 pm)‍

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Family-friendly

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8. JerkFest

Enjoy authentic jerk cuisine, live reggae, soca and dancehall performances, local vendors, cultural displays and family-friendly activities celebrating Caribbean culture.

Where: 156 Centennial Park Rd

When: August 7th - 9th, 2026‍

Price: Starting at $40 

Category: Family-friendly

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9. Toronto Cocktail Conference

Explore Canada’s largest cocktail conference through expert-led seminars, guided tastings, brand activations, bar takeovers, and networking.

Where: The Drake Hotel (1150 Queen St W)‍

When: August 10th - 11th, 2026‍

Price: Starting at $75‍

Category: Family-friendly‍

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