Another long weekend is here! Enjoy your extra day off in Toronto with all of these fun things to do. From music festivals to bar crawls, this will definitely be a weekend to remember.

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1. King Street Club Crawl’s Civic Day Crawl

Get ready to celebrate Civic Day Long Weekend like never before and check out King Street Club Crawl’s Civic Day Crawl! For one night only, get to party at Petty Cash, Deer Lady, Century, and Future. The price of your KSCC wristband includes access to all 4 venues, VIP line access, and more! Use code TODOTORONTO to get 20% off!

‍Where: Various locations, click here to find out.

When: August 2nd, 2025 (Starts at 9 pm)

Price: Prices start from $30

Category: 19+

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2. Toronto Food Truck Festival

Are you looking for amazing food? Check out this food truck festival at Woodbine Park. From churros to tornado fries, there is sure to be a ton of mouthwatering food. There will also be children’s games, live music, and eating challenges. 

Where: Woodbine Park (1590 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto, ON M4L 3W6)

When: August 1st to 4th, 2025

Price: Free entry

Category: Family-friendly

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3. VELD

Summer in Toronto isn't complete without VELD Music Festival. Get ready for one of the biggest weekends of the year as VELD returns from August 1st to 3rd. Known for turning the city into a three-day dance floor, this music festival brings together the biggest names in electronic, house, and hip-hop for a weekend of nonstop music, lights, and summer vibes.

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

When: August 1st to 3rd, 2025

Price: Starting at $250

Category: Date/Friends

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4. Toronto Caribbean Carnival’s Grand Parade

Don’t miss the highlight of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival! The Grand Parade is a breathtaking explosion of colour, music, and movement. Tens of thousands of masqueraders in stunning, hand-crafted costumes dance through the streets, bringing the infectious energy of the Caribbean to life.

Where: Exhibition Place and Lake Shore Blvd.

When: August 2nd, 2025

Price: $45

Category: Family-friendly

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5. Carnival Village

Immerse yourself in the rhythm and soul of the Caribbean at Carnival Village in Sankofa Square. This cultural hub bursts to life with live performances, artisan vendors, pop up bar lounge, and Caribbean cuisine.

Where: Sankofa Square (1 Dundas Street East, Toronto, ON, M5B 2R8)

When: August 1st and 2nd, 2025 (1 pm - 10 pm)

Price: Free entry

Category: Family-friendly

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6. 8th Annual Taste of India Festival

Check out this free festival that showcases India’s diverse traditions, flavours, rhythms, and heritage. Enjoy live performances, delicious food, art installations, and more!

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

When: August 2nd and 3rd, 2025

Price: Free entry

Category: Family-friendly

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7. Toronto Outdoor Picture Show

If you still haven't been to an outdoor movie this summer, make sure you check out Toronto Outdoor Picture Show before it's too late. This Sunday they're playing Lady Bird at Christie Pits Park. 

Where: Christie Pits Park (750 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6G 3B1)

When: August 3rd, 2025 

Price: Free admission

Category: Date/Friends

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8. Wines of Ontario

Calling all wine lovers! Check out the Wines of Ontario pop up at Stackt Market. It will be running daily from August through October, and will offer premium Ontario VQA wines by the glass.

Where: Stackt Market (28 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5V 0C6)

When: August 1st to October 31st, 2025 (4 pm - 8 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: 19+

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9. Margarita Fest Bar Crawl

Get ready to party your way through the city at the Margarita Fest Bar Crawl! You’ll stop at four different bars, receive complimentary drinks and t-shirts, and celebrate the ultimate tequila takeover.

Where: Par-Tee Pong (26 Duncan St 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M5V 2B8)

When: August 2nd, 2025

Price: $25-$35

Category: 19+

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10. Island Vibes

Soak up Caribbean soul at Island Vibes, happening on Caribana Weekend. This two-day festival celebrates the vibrant people, bold cuisine and irresistible rhythms of the Caribbean through a unique blend of music, food, DJ battles and cultural activities.

Where: Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8)

When: August 2nd and 3rd, 2025

Price: Free

Category: Date/Friends

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Community Events

1. MLB: Toronto Blue Jays vs. Kansas City Royals

Cheer on the Blue Jays as they take on the Kansas City Royals at Rogers Centre! Don’t miss the action.

Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON M5V 1J3)

When: August 1st-3rd, 2025

Click here for more information.

2. Ado - Hibana World Tour

Japanese pop sensation Ado brings her Hibana World Tour to Scotiabank Arena on August 3, 2025. Don’t miss this electrifying performance!

Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 2X2)

When: August 3rd, 2025 (8:00 PM – 11:00 PM)

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3. Pub Crawl Toronto Saturdays

Hit 3 bars in 1 night with drink deals and an unforgettable party atmosphere! Meet new people and experience one of the wildest nights in Toronto. Join the fun!

Where: Figo Toronto (295 Adelaide Street West Toronto, ON M5V 1P7 Canada)

When: August 2nd, 2025 (9:00 PM - 2:00 AM)

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4. Chocolate Making and Tasting Workshop

Dive into the world of chocolate with Soul Chocolate’s immersive 2.5-hour workshop! Learn the bean-to-bar process, craft your own chocolate with custom toppings, and take home your handmade treats. A fun and delicious experience for all!

Where: Soul Chocolate (20 Wagstaff Drive Unit C Toronto, ON M4L 3W9 Canada)

When: Aug 2nd-3rd, 2025 (2:30 PM - 5:00 PM)

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5. Pokemon Summer Party Market

Catch summer vibes at our Pokémon Summer Market on August 3, 12–6 PM at Kung Fu Tea Wellesley! Enjoy a local artist alley, Pokémon-themed cup sleeve event, raffle prizes, and more.

Where: Kung Fu Tea on Wellesley (584 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4Y 1Z3)

When: August 3rd, 2025  (12:00 PM - 6:00 PM)

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6. Chris Campos | CHRISLVCK | Lana Violette | Sudeep & Fizz X | Louise Nox

Celebrating the birthdays of CHRISLVCK and SUDEEP

Where: Wiggle Room (772 Dundas St W)Kung Fu Tea on Wellesley (584 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4Y 1Z3)

When: August 2nd, 2025

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7. Escape to Arcadia Earth this August long weekend!

Beat the heat this August Long Weekend at Arcadia Earth with a series of exclusive, family-friendly experiences available from August 2-4 only! Visitors can take part in hands-on sustainable crafts, enjoy free cotton candy, and discover a few surprises along the way- all designed to engage and inspire guests of all ages. This exclusive weekend addition enhances the already captivating Arcadia Earth experience with even more excitement and discovery! Don’t miss your chance to experience something truly unique this August long weekend only! Explore the Arcadia Earth exhibit alongside the limited-time Planetarium Experience- running only this summer- in partnership with Cool Climate Club and Bonterra, which features an exclusive 360° film available only at Arcadia Earth.

Where: Arcadia Earth Toronto at The Well, 486 Front St W Building C

When: August 2nd to 4th, 2025

Click here for more information.

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