A ton of exciting festivals are coming to Toronto this month. Here are some of our favourite festivals that will be coming to Toronto this September that you don’t want to miss. 

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1. Toronto Waterfront Festival

The Toronto Waterfront Festival is back at Sugar Beach. Enjoy 2 days of cultural activities, food, live music, a canine watersports competition, and more! The festival is free to attend but attendees are encouraged to voluntarily pay what they can at the information booths.

Where: Sugar Beach (11 Dockside Dr, Toronto, ON M5A 0B6)

When: September 14th-15th, 2024

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

2. Toronto International BuskerFest

The Toronto International BuskerFest is a 4-day festival. There will be circus artistry, daredevils, music, yummy food, and more. 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-31st: 12 pm – 11 pm

September 1st: 12 pm - 10 pm

September 2nd: 12 pm – 7 pm

Price: Admission by donation 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

3. Toronto International Film Festival 

The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is back, featuring a premier selection of films from around the world, covering all genres. Spanning 11 days, TIFF offers a lineup that promises to impress, along with special events, talks, and a showcase of both Canadian and international cinema.

Where: Various locations

When: September 5th-15th, 2024

Price: Prices start from free 

Category: Date/Friends

Click here for the website. 

4. Toronto Dragon Festival

Check out the Toronto Dragon Festival this month at Nathan Phillips Square. Enjoy 3 days of 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 

August 30th: 5 pm - 11 pm

August 31st: 11 am - 11 pm

September 1st: 11 am - 9 pm

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

5. T.U. Jazz Fest

The 10th annual T.U. Jazz Fest is back this month. 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 

Click here for the website.

6. The Cabbagetown Festival

Bigger and better than ever, the Cabbagetown Festival is one of Toronto’s longest-running and most beloved street festivals. This 2-day event will feature live music performances, fantastic food, Kid’s Zone, and over 200 unique vendors from Cabbagetown and beyond!

Where: Parliament Street and Carton Street, Cabbagetown, Toronto

When: September 7th-8th, 2024

September 7th: 11 am – 8 pm

September 8th: 11 am – 7 pm

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

7. Toronto Water Lantern Festival

The Water Lantern Festival is happening at Downsview Park! This 1-day festival offers an unforgettable experience, where loved ones come together to enjoy a touching moment. A ticket to this event will include entry into the festival area with access to food trucks, one floating lantern kit, marker, drawstring bag, playing cards, conversation cards, and scavenger hunt giveaway entry. 

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

When: September 21st, 2024 (Gates open at 4:30 pm)

Price: Prices start from $17.75

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

8. Roncesvalles Polish Festival

The Roncesvalles Polish Festival will be taking place in Toronto this month. The festival will feature amazing delicious goodies, performances, a family zone, shops, vendors, and many more. 

Where: Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto (between Grafton Ave and Dundas St. W)

When: September 14th-15th, 2024

September 14th: 11 am - 11 pm

September 15th: 11 am to 7 pm

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for more information.

9. Trinbago Festival

Head over to Nathan Phillips Square for the largest Trinidad & Tobago food and music festival. Enjoy Trinidad and Tobago cuisine, cultural performances, special booths and more. 

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

When: September 7th-8th, 2024 

September 7th: 1 pm - 10 pm 

September 8th: 1 pm - 8 pm 

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

10. The Queen West Art Crawl Festival

The Queen West Art Crawl Festival will be taking place at Trinity Bellwoods Park. Back for it’s 21st year, this 2-day festival will feature artists, live music, a kids zone, street food and more. 

Where: Trinity Bellwoods Park (790 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1G3)

When: September 21st-22nd, 2024 (11 am - 6 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website.

11. Electric Island 

Electric Island will be happening at Fort York. This epic music festival will be filled with several different artists, DJs, and more. Get ready for a day of fun!

Where: Fort York (250 Fort York Boulevard, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9)

When: August 31st-September 1st, 2024 (Doors open at 2:30 pm)

Price: Prices start from $86.55

Category: Date/Friends

Click here for the website. 

12. Word on the Street Festival

This 2-day event features over 100 Canadian and Indigenous authors and is Canada’s largest book and magazine marketplace. In it’s 35th year, the festival will feature four stages of programming for book lovers of all ages!

Where: Queen’s Park (110 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON M7A 1A2)

When: September 28th-29th, 2024 

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

13. Caribbean Street Food Festival

Check out the Caribbean Street Food Festival happening at STACKT market. This 1-day festival will be filled with yummy food, free samplings, games, music, giveaways and more. 

Where: STACKT market (28 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5V 0C6)

When: September 1st, 2024 (12 pm - 7 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

14. Toronto Oktoberfest

Toronto Oktoberfest is the city's largest and most authentic Oktoberfest celebration! Taking place at Downsview Airport Lands, this 2-day event will feature games, Polka music, authentic Schuhplattler dancers, a wide selection of quality German and European beers & spirits and much more! 

Where: Downsview Airport Lands (123 Garratt Blvd, Toronto, ON M3K 1Y5)

When: September 27th-28th, 2024 

Price: Prices start from $30

Category: Date/Friends

Click here for the website. 

15. Taste of North York

​​Taste of North York is coming to Mel Lastman Square! This cultural festival will feature delicious food, live entertainment, artisans, family activities and more. You’re in for a fun time! 

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

When: September 6th-8th, 2024 

September 6th: 6 pm - 10 pm 

September 7th: 12 pm - 10 pm 

September 8th: 12 pm - 8 pm 

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

‍16. Rastafest

Rastafest is Canada's largest celebration of Rastafari heritage and culture. Enjoy fun activities, food & craft vendors, performances, and more. 

Where: Regent Park (620 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5A 3S4)

When: September 7th, 2024 (Starts at 1 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for more information. 

17. Taste of the Kingsway

Taste of the Kingsway is back for its 26th year. This 3-day festival will feature delicious food, family entertainment, attractions, a meet and greet, and much more. 

Where: Bloor Street West from Prince Edward Drive to Montgomery Street

When: September 6th-8th, 2024 

September 6th: 6 pm - 10 pm 

September 7th: 11 am - 10 pm 

September 8th: 11 am - 7 pm 

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website.

18. Toronto Garlic Festival 

The Toronto Garlic Festival is happening this month! Happening on September 29th, join for a day filled with food & garlic desserts, garlic beer & crafts, musicians, face painting and more. 

Where: Spadina Road between Davenport Road and Dupont St.

When: September 29th, 2024 (10 am - 5 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

19. Pape Village Block Party

This free 2-day street festival will be filled with live music, arts and crafts vendors, a kids fun zone, a vintage car show, and more!

Where: Pape Avenue between Mortimer and Gamble Aves

When: September 14th-15th, 2024 

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

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