A ton of exciting festivals are coming to Toronto this month that you don’t want to miss. Here are some of our favourite festivals that will be coming to Toronto this August. Make sure to save this list! 

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1. Korea Town Street Festival 

The Korea Town BIA is having their first-ever Korea Town Street Festival. Taking place on August 10th, enjoy delicious food, family-friendly activities, performances, and so much more. 

Where: On Euclid Ave, from Bloor St W to Oscar Ryan Lane

When: August 10th, 2024 (4 pm - 10 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

2. Taco Fest 

Taco Fest is back this month! There will be live music, salsa dancers, mariachi bands, and enjoy the best tacos in Toronto. With 45 vendors, 250+ variations of tacos, a wide selection of tequilas, head over to the hottest fiesta this summer. 

Where: Historic Fort York (250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 1A9)

When: August 9th-11th, 2024 

Price: Prices start from $17.50

Category: 19+

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3. Toronto Chinatown Festival 

This 2-day festival will feature cultural performances, dragon & lion dance, street food vendors and much more! 

Where: Spadina Avenue, between St. Andrew Street and Sullivan Street.

When: August 17th-18th, 2024 

August 17th: 12 pm – 11 pm

August 18th: 12 pm – 8 pm

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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4. Leslieville Block Fest

The ultimate neighbourhood block party is coming to Toronto. Enjoy local breweries, artisans and delicious food at this 1-day street party. 

Where: Dundas Street East from Logan Ave to Carlaw Ave 

When: August 24th, 2024 (1 pm - 8 pm)

Price: Prices start from $31.59

Category: Date/Friends

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5.  T.U. Jazz Fest

The 10th annual T.U. Jazz Fest is back this August. There will be free live music, a world eats market, masterclasses, and fun activities perfect for the whole family. 

Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 5V7)

When: August 30th-September 2nd, 2024

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

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6. Toronto Korean Festival 

The Toronto Korean Festival is the biggest Korean festival in Canada and its free for the public to enjoy. This 3-day event will feature delicious food, performances, market vendors, K-music, chimek garden, and more. 

Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 5V7)

When: August 23rd-25th, 2024 

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

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7. Island Eats Food Festival

This 2-day festival will feature fun activities, entertainment, 3 dozen food and beverage pavilions, live music, performances, a marketplace and more. 

Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 5V7)

When: August 17th-18th, 2024 

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

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8. Toronto Dragon Festival

Head over to Nathan Phillips Square and join the fun at the Toronto Dragon Festival. Get ready for 2 days filled with delicious Asian street food, lion dances, live performances, martial arts demonstrations, a kid’s zone and more. 

Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1)

When: August 30th-September 1st, 2024 

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

9. Kothu Fest 

Kothu Fest is coming to Albert Campbell Square on August 10th. Featuring art, culture, and delicious food, this 1-day event is one you don’t want to miss. 

Where: Albert Campbell Square (150 Borough Dr, Scarborough, ON M1P 0B1)

When: August 10th, 2024 (11 am - 10 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

10. TD JerkFest 

Experience the ultimate Caribbean vibes at TD JerkFest! At this 3-day festival, enjoy the amazing food, music, performances and so much more! Important to note is that this will be a cashless site. 

Where: Centennial Park (256 Centennial Park Road, Etobicoke, Canada, M9C 5N3)

When: August 9th-11th, 2024

Price: Prices start from $10

Category: Date/Friends

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11. Electric Island 

Electric Island is taking place at Woodbine Park! This epic music festival will be filled with several different artists, DJs, and more. This is the ultimate music event that you need to check out this month. 

Where: Woodbine Park (1695 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1G7)

When: August 9th-10th, 2024 (Doors open at 2:30 pm)

Price: Prices start from $81.35

Category: 19+

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12. Waterfront Night Market 

The Waterfront Night Market is the ultimate food event that you want to check out. This 3-day night market will feature delicious food, drinks, interactive entertainment, and enjoy the floating lantern.

Where: 115 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3, Canada

When: August 9th-11th, 2024

August 9th: 6 pm - 12 am 

August 10th: 4 pm - 12 am 

August 11th: 4 pm - 11 pm 

Price: Prices start from $16.95

Category: 19+ on select days 

Click here for the website.

13. Veld Music Festival

Check out one of the biggest music festival in town this month. The Veld Music Festival is the most popular Canadian electronic music festival happening in Toronto. This popular 3-day music festival will feature an impressive lineup of artists, like Alan Walker, Alesso, and many more. Don't miss out on one of the hottest music festivals of the season!

Where: Downsview Park (70 Canuck Ave, North York, ON M3K 2C5)

When: August 2nd-4th, 2024

Price: Prices start from $200s

Category: Date/Friends

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14. Toronto Food Truck Festival 

Toronto Food Truck Festival is back for another year! Admission is free and there will be a ton of different food vendors, entertainment, live-eating challenges, and more. 

Where: Woodbine Park (1695 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1G7)

When: August 2nd-5th, 2024 

August 2nd: 5 pm - 10 pm

August 3rd-4th: 12 pm - 10 pm

August 5th: 12 pm - 8 pm

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

15. Taste of India Food Festival 

Taste of India is back for its 7th year and its bigger and better than ever. Enjoy 2 days of entertainment, music, food, and exciting prizes. Plus, there will be over 200 vendors featuring food, clothing and jewelry and entertainment from over 900 artists. 

Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1)

When: August 3rd-4th, 2024 (12 pm - 11 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

16. Toronto International Buskerfest 

The Toronto International Busklerfest is happening this month! Perfect for all ages and featuring circus artistry, daredevils, music, yummy food, and more, you’re in for a great time. Admission is by donation in support of Epilepsy Toronto.

Where: Woodbine Park (1695 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1G7)

When: August 30th-September 2nd, 2024

August 30th-September 1st: 12 pm – 11 pm

September 2nd: 12 pm – 7 pm

Price: Admission by donation 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

17. Afro Carib Fest 

This free 2-day festival helps to celebrate the diverse cultures of African and Caribbean communities through music, dance, and delicious food. There will be over 80 vendors, a cultural parade, a kid’s zone, raffle draws with prizes, live performances and much more! 

Where: Thomson Memorial Park (1005 Brimley Road Toronto, ON M1P 3E9)

When: August 24th-25th, 2024 (12 pm - 9 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

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18. Taste of Manila

Don’t miss Taste of Manila happening this month. There will be amazing Filipino cuisine, entertainment, music, dance, and many more! 

Where: Corner of Bathurst St & Wilson Ave

When: August 17th-18th, 2024 (Starts at 9 am)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

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19. Scarborough Ribfest

Scarborough Ribfest is coming to Thomson Memorial Park this month. Enjoy great music and ribs from the best Ribbers in Canada and the USA.

Where: Thomson Memorial Park (1005 Brimley Rd, Scarborough, ON M1P 3E9)

When: August 2nd-5th, 2024

August 2nd-4th: 11 am – 11 pm

August 5th: 11 am – 8 pm

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

20. Grange Festival 

For 1-day only, Grange Festival will be taking over Grange Park! Enjoy performances, games, activities, and delicious food. Mark your calendar for August 9th for this free public and outdoor fair. 

Where: Grange Park (26 Grange Rd, Toronto, ON M5T 1C3)

When: August 9th, 2024 (11:30 am - 3 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

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