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Get ready to enjoy the long weekend and the unofficial start to summer in Toronto! Enjoy stunning fireworks, music festivals, and more.
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Best Spots to Watch Victoria Day Fireworks 2025
1. Ashbridges Bay Park Victoria Day Fireworks
To celebrate Victoria Day, Ashbridges Bay Park will be home to an impressive fireworks show. The show is expected to last 14 minutes.
Where: 1561 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto, ON M4L 3W6
When: May 19th, 2025 (10 pm)
Price: Free to watch
Category: Family-friendly
2. The Westin Harbour Castle
Relax and rejuvenate this weekend at The Westin Harbour Castle! The recently renovated hotel offers a variety of wellness amenities, including a yoga and meditation studio, fitness studio, pool, and terrace, with a new spa opening at the end of May. Plus, enjoy the seasonal wellness programming like guided runs, weekly fitness classes, and e-bike rentals. Located near Scotiabank Arena, CN Tower, this is the perfect urban escape near Toronto’s vibrant waterfront.
Where: 1 Harbour Square, Toronto, ON M5J 1A6
3. Reptilia Zoo
Check out Reptilia Zoo this Victoria Day Long Weekend! Home to turtles, snakes, frogs, alligators, fish & more, this is Canada’s largest indoor reptile zoo & rescue. Enjoy hourly shows, public feedings, and add-ons like feeding a reptile, photo ops, or a Behind the Scenes tour. Plus, they are open 364 days a week, excluding Christmas Day. This is the perfect activity to do with your friends or the whole family.
Where: 1400 Victoria Street East, Whitby ON, 2501 Rutherford Road, Concord, ON &
785 Wonderland Road South, London ON
When: Open 364 days a week, excluding Christmas Day
Price: Prices start from $12
Category: Family-friendly
4. Electric Island
The first weekend of Electric Island is here! Dive into the electric energy of Toronto as this festival converts the city’s parks into the epicenter of electronic music.
Where: 250 Fort York Boulevard, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9
When: May 17th and 18th, 2025
Price: Starting at $116/ticket
Category: Date/Friends
5. Cirque du Soleil OVO at the Zoo!
Take a trip to the zoo this weekend! The Cirque du Soleil Street Team will be there for extra fun. Enjoy Giant Jenga, Giant Connect 4, photo ops, and exclusive giveaways.
Where: Toronto Zoo (2000 Meadowvale Rd, Toronto, ON M1B 5K7)
When: May 18th and 19th, 2025
Price: Free with zoo admission
Category: Family-friendly
6. Sorauren Farmers’ Market Opening Day
Check out the first outdoor market of the season! This is the perfect way to shop local and enjoy delicious produce and more.
Where: Sorauren Park (289 Sorauren Ave, Toronto, ON M6R 2G4)
When: May 19th, 2025 (3 pm - 7 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
7. International Food and Drink Festival
This 3-day festival is a celebration of food and culture. Enjoy flavours from around the world against the stunning backdrop of the city's waterfront.
Where: 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8
When: May 17th to 19th, 2025
Price: $10-15
Category: Family-friendly
8. Ice Cream Festival by Chapman’s
Calling all ice cream lovers! Head to Casa Loma for the first ever Chapman's Ice Cream Festival. Enjoy fun activities, games and contests, live music, and of course lots of ice cream.
Where: Casa Loma (1 Austin Terrace, Toronto, ON M5R 1X8)
When: May 17th, 2025
Price: $45/adult
Category: Family-friendly
9. BACKYARD: Asian Night Market
Celebrate Asian Heritage Month right in the heart of Toronto. This Asian Night Market will feature 50+ curated Asian-owned vendors, authentic eats and drinks, handmade goods, cultural performances, and more!
Where: Stackt Market (28 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON M5V 0C6)
When: May 17th, 2025
Price: Free admission
Category: Friends
10. Kensington Flea
Kensington Flea Market is back for the 2025 season! Their vendors offer original, local, and artisanal handmade goods.
Where: 216 Augusta Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2L8
When: Every weekend
Price: Free entry
Category: Family-friendly
11. Marvel Studios' Infinity Saga Concert Experience
Experience Marvel Studios’ newest film concert, an epic cinematic journey covering 23 films in one extraordinary event, with the legendary music performed live by the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.
Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1B2)
When: May 17th, 2025
Price: Starting at $96
Category: Family-friendly
Community Events
1. SIZZLING SATURDAYS at Yuk Yuk's Toronto
Spice up your weekend with live comedy, delicious food, and endless laughs every Saturday at Yuk Yuk's Toronto. A perfect night out for comedy lovers!
Where: Yuk Yuk's (224 Richmond St W.)
When: May 17th, 2025 (8:00 PM – 9:30 PM)
Click here for more information.
2. Arcadia Earth Toronto
Step into Arcadia Earth, a breathtaking 10-room adventure combining art, technology, and sustainability. With interactive projection mapping, augmented reality, and virtual reality, this multi-sensory experience showcases Earth’s beauty and the effects of human actions. Fun, educational, and inspiring for all ages!
Where: Arcadia Earth Toronto (486 Front St W building C, Toronto, ON)
When: Every Wednesday to Sunday (10:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
3. Bollywood Dance Classes by The Peacock Dance Academy
Learn Bollywood dance from an experienced instructor! Open to all levels, these small-group classes will teach you a full routine in just four sessions. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm!
Where: Creative Children’s Center (1980 St. Clair Ave W.)
When: May 18th, 2025 (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
4. Dovercourt Sunday Social
Dance your heart out every Sunday at the historic Dovercourt House! Enjoy multi-level dance lessons at 6 PM, followed by salsa and bachata social dancing with top DJs in two rooms.
Where: Dovercourt Dance House (805 Dovercourt Rd., Toronto)
When: May 18th, 2025 (6:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
5. Ravensburger Puzzle Competition - Snakes & Lattes Annex
Team up with a friend and put your puzzle skills to the test! Join the monthly Puzzle Competition at Snakes & Lattes Annex, featuring exciting challenges and prizes.
Where: Snakes and Lattes (600 Bloor St. West)
When: May 18th, 2025 (11:15 AM – 1:15 PM)
Click here for more information.
6. Restorative yoga, breath work and soundbath
Unwind and recharge with restorative yoga, breathwork, and a soothing soundbath every Sunday from 7-8 PM at Torque Wellness Yoga Studio. The perfect way to set the tone for a peaceful, blissful week ahead!
Where: Torque Barbell Club (253 Norseman St.)
When: May 18th, 2025 (7:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
7. Spring Living Market
Step into 10,000 sqft of good vibes and seasonal inspiration at our Spring Living Market — a two-day celebration of wellness, community, and the joy of spring! Whether you're looking to refresh your self-care routine, support local makers, or simply soak in the season—this is your go-to spring event.
Where: 388 Carlaw Avenue Toronto, ON M4M 3P1
When: May 17th and 18th, 2025
Click here for more information.
8. Coast to Coast: featuring rising Canadian DJs from across the country
Coast to Coast is a celebration of Canadian DJ talent featuring rising stars of house music from Coast to Coast. For this episode of Coast to Coast we present SisterSun from British Columbia, Hirlemann from New Brunswick, along with local support from TYLER HILL, and Nour.
Where: 772 Dundas St W
When: May 17th, 2025
Click here for more information.
9. Sunday SerVice
Put on your Sunday best, sip your tips, or ride that bender. Join us for a late check-out and reset your week at Wiggle Room at the Hospitality Industry Weekly Social.
Where: Wiggle Room (772 Dundas St W)
When: Every Sunday
Click here for more information.
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