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Get ready for an exciting weekend out in the city! From festivals to outdoor events and more, there is something for everyone. Here are 11 of the best things to do in Toronto this weekend that you need to check out. 

Table of Contents:

1). Taste of the Danforth

2). Summer Yacht Party 

3). Waterfront Night Market

4). Miller Lite Beer Dogs Pop-Up

5). Legacy Dance Competition

6). AriZona Hard Video Store Pop-Up Speakeasy

7). The Bentway Block Party

8). SummerSeries Presents City Hall Live at Trillium Park

9). The Feast of St. Lawrence

10). Habari Africa Festival

11). Shop Shomigo In The Trenches Market

1). Taste of the Danforth

After a 3-year break, Taste of the Danforth is making its return this year. This 3-day event beginning on August 11th will feature amazing food, music, and so much more! You don't want to miss one of the largest street festivals in Canada. 

Where: GreekTown

When: August 11th-13th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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2). Summer Yacht Party 

Todotoronto is teaming up with Toronto Yachts to host an exclusive white & blue yacht party. Enjoy the stunning views of the beautiful Toronto skyline while coasting on the water. There will be a live DJ spinning out tunes, a complimentary welcome drink, and more. Come on out with your best blue and or white outfit and be prepared for a fun night out in the city. 

Where: 539 Queens Quay West

When: August 11th, 2023

Price: $$

Category: Date/Friends

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3). Waterfront Night Market

If you love food and are a self-declared foodie, you need to check out the Waterfront Night Market. Right at the waterfront, get to enjoy delicious food, culture, interactive entertainment, Illuminasian Lantern Experience, and more. 

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

When: August 11th-13th, 2023

Price: $$

Category: 19+

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4). Miller Lite Beer Dogs Pop-Up 

If you love stadium food, then you have to check out the Miller Lite Beer Dogs Pop-Up that’s happening at RendezViews this weekend. This pop-up will feature a food truck that will be serving up some complimentary footlong hot dogs along with a Miller Lite beer. Get to watch Graham Isador as he re-attempts his 20-hot-dog challenge or scoop up a bat-shaped glass signed by John Gibbons. 

Where: RendezViews (229 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1W2)

When: August 12th, 2023 (1 pm-4 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: 19+

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5). Legacy Dance Competition

Watch Toronto’s 10 best dance teams compete for the crown in @legacydancecomp at John Bassett Theatre on August 12th, 6-9 pm. Special appearances include international choreographers @kinjaz members - @mikeosong, @theaddychan, @_anthonylee_. Spend your Saturday at an unforgettable, high-energy show!

Where: John Bassett Theatre 

When: August 12th, 2023

Price: $$

Category: Date/Friends

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6). AriZona Hard Video Store Pop-Up Speakeasy

Head on out this weekend to the AriZona Hard Video Store Pop-Up Speakeasy. With unique AriZona handcrafted cocktails or mocktails, your favourite 90s movies, and 90s arcade games, you're in for a nostalgia-themed weekend. Plus, all proceeds from merch and drink sales will be donated to Women in Film & TV Toronto.

Where: 801 Queen St West

When: August 11th-12th (4pm-10pm) & 13th (3pm-9pm), 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Date/Friends

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7). The Bentway Block Party

Head over to The Bentway this weekend for their annual block party. Enjoy live music, activities, art workshops, street food, and so much more! New this year, guests will get to explore an artists’ market by Toronto Art Crawl that features over 80 local artists and artisans. 

Where: The Bentway

When: August 13th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

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8). SummerSeries Presents City Hall Live at Trillium Park

Head over to Trillium Park this weekend for a day filled with fun. Produced by Ontario Place, SummerSeries in Trillium Park will feature live music, outdoor yoga classes, and other fun activities. Whether you love music, nature or yoga, there is something for everyone. 

Where: Trillium Park

When: August 11th-13th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

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9). The Feast of St. Lawrence

The Feast of St. Lawrence is a 2-day event taking place this weekend in the city. Friday night includes a ticketed Picnic on Market Street that supports Second Harvest, while Saturday will be a free street festival with outdoor food stalls, live music, a chef on stilts, face painting, kids' entertainment, and much more! 

Where: Market Street

When: August 11th-12th, 2023

Price: Free-$$$

Category: Family-friendly 

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10). Habari Africa Festival

Habari Africa Festival is a free 3-day festival that will be taking place at Harbourfront Centre. The festival will feature African music, dance, arts, and more. 

Where: Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly

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11). Shop Shomigo In The Trenches Market

Shomigo (@shopshomigo) is hosting one of the largest markets this summer at the iconic Steam Whistle Roundhouse with over 70 Canadian brands. Come shop vintage, skincare, home decor, jewelry, clothing and much more.

Where: Steam Whistle Roundhouse

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly

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