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Get ready for an incredible week in Toronto! There are so many fun things happening, from concerts to celebrity basketball games, and even water gun fights.
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1. Downtown Movies in the Park Pre-event Party: Meet New Friends
Meet fellow Torontoians then walk over to David Pecaut Square to watch a movie under the stars from approximately 9:00 pm onwards. "Downtown Movies in the Park" is presented by the Toronto Downtown West BIA in partnership with TIFF.
Where: The Pint Public House (277 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6)
When: July 9th, 2025 (6 pm - 11 pm)
Price: Starting at $6.66
Category: Date/Friends
2. Downtown Toronto Ribfest
Enjoy some of the best BBQ ribs at the Downtown Toronto Ribfest. Happening right in the heart of downtown at Sankofa Square, this is definitely not an event you want to miss. Get ready to indulge in perfectly cooked ribs from the best BBQ Ribbers around!
Where: Sankofa Square (1 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8)
When: July 11th to 13th, 2025
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
3. Toronto Outdoor Art Fair
The Toronto Outdoor Art Fair is Canada’s largest and longest-running annual contemporary art fair. Check out this event to meet internationally acclaimed artists and enjoy their artwork.
Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N3)
When: July 11th to 13th, 2025
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
4. Coldplay: Music Of The Spheres World Tour
Coldplay is performing at the brand new Rogers Stadium for three nights this week. This will definitely be an epic concert with iconic songs like Yellow and Viva La Vida.
Where: Rogers Stadium (105 Carl Hall Rd, North York, ON M3K 2C1)
When: July 7th, 8th, 11th, 12, 2025
Price: Starting in the $400s
Category: Date/Friends
5. ARC WORLD
This one-day festival is a celebration of Asian culture. Enjoy delicious food, vendors, talks, and more. And of course, their signature celebrity basketball game featuring Simu Liu and Jeremy Lin.
Where: Toronto Metropolitan University (341 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 1S1)
When: July 12th, 2025
Price: $18.88
Category: Family-friendly
6. WaterGun Fight 2025
Head to Berczy Park for an epic water fight! This event was a splash-tastic success last year and it’s sure to be a blast this year too. Everyone is welcome but make sure you read the guidelines on their website.
Where: 35 Wellington St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1C6
When: July 12th, 2025 (1:30 pm - 3 pm)
Price: Free
Category: Family-friendly
7. BLOOM: Circus in the Garden
Enjoy an intimate and immersive aerial performance at Toronto Botanical Garden. Their all-new original show is packed with circus thrills, breakdancing ants, invasive species, and unexpected twists!
Where: Toronto Botanical Garden (777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, ON M3C 1P2)
When: July 11th to 13th, 2025
Price: $45
Category: Family-friendly
8. Roller Skate Lessons
Have you always wanted to learn how to roller skate? Here's your chance to learn with weekly beginner roller skating lessons on the Bentway’s signature figure-8 skate trail. There is a maximum capacity of 10 participants per session so make sure you register ahead of time to secure your spot.
Where: The Bentway Skate Trail (250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9)
When: July 11th, 2025 (6 pm - 7 pm and 7 pm - 8 pm)
Price: $15
Category: 16+
9. Beaches Jazz Festival
This festival began in 1989 and has blossomed into a month-long summer event. It is one of Canada’s largest free jazz festivals and highlights amazing jazz performers.
Where: The Beaches
When: July 4th to 27th, 2025
Price: Free
Category: Family-friendly
10. LSDR Grand Opening Weekend
Check out the official Grand Opening Weekend of LSD°R. This new Pilates and breathwork studio is celebrating with sponsored classes, brand activations, exclusive giveaways, and more! This is the perfect way to check out a new fitness studio and see what everyone’s been talking about.
Where: 543 Richmond Street West. Unit B2, Toronto, ON M5V 0W9
When: July 11th to 13th, 2025
Price: Free
Category: Friends
Community Events
1. Dave Matthews Band: 2025 Summer Tour
Dave Matthews Band is bringing their 2025 Summer Tour to Budweiser Stage on July 8 at 8:00 PM. Don’t miss a night of incredible live music from one of the most iconic jam bands.
Where: Budweiser Stage (909 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M6K 3L3)
When: July 8th, 2025 (8:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
2. Weird Al Yankovic - Bigger & Weirder Tour
Parody legend Weird Al Yankovic is bringing his Bigger & Weirder Tour to Budweiser Stage on July 9, 2025, with special guest Puddles Pity Party. Get ready for a night of hilarious music and unforgettable performances.
Where: Budweiser Stage (909 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M6K 3L3)
When: July 9th, 2025 (8:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
3. Luke Bryan: Country Song Came On Tour
Country star Luke Bryan is bringing his Country Song Came On Tour to Budweiser Stage, with special guest DJ Rock. Get ready for a night of high-energy country hits and unforgettable live music.
Where: Budweiser Stage (909 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M6K 3L3)
When: July 10th, 2025 (7:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
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4. Advocats Big Band
Spend the first Monday of July with the Advocats Big Band. On Monday, July 7th we will inhabit the stage at The Duke Toronto from 7:45 to 10:15 pm. Yup! Our First-Monday-of-the-Month performances continue right through the summer months. Have a great dinner and drinks while you listen to two one-hour sets of big band favourites. It is always a blast! The Duke Toronto is located at 1225 Queen Street East at Leslie on the southwest corner. There is parking onsite and nearby, plus the Queen streetcar stops right in front! $15 cash cover (all proceeds go to the band). Reserve your table soon by calling 416-466-2624.
Where: The Duke Toronto
When: July 7th, 2025
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5. 24th Annual Globehead Comedy Tournament
GLOBEHEAD is Bad Dog’s annual short form improv tournament, and is now in its 24th year. Globehead is a hotly-contested Toronto comedy tradition and this year's lineup is packed with an incredible mix of veteran heavy-hitters, emerging comedy powerhouses, and “celebrity” judges - you never know who you might see!
Where: Comedy Bar Bloor (945 Bloor St. W.)
When: July 4, 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2025
Click here for more information.
6. Standard Time x Community Wines Present ON THE WAY Festival
Standard Time × Community Wines present ON THE WAY, a sun-soaked day festival of electronic music at The Bentway. Party with them under The Gardiner bridge for ten straight hours of open air sonic mayhem with a stack of local + international heavies.
Where: The Bentway (250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9)
When: July 12th, 2025 (1:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
7. LOWERCASE LIVE
Fresh off the adrenaline of his June 27th show in Ottawa, Canadian-American artist LOWERCASE returns to Toronto to celebrate his birthday with a live performance at It’s Ok* Studios on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
Where: 468 Queen Street West Toronto, ON M5V 2B2
When: July 12th, 2025
Click here for more information.
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