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Cheers to the weekend! Get ready for a weekend filled with fun. From festivals to free events and more, here are 10 of the best things to do in Toronto this weekend that you don’t want to miss. 

Table of Contents:

1). OssFest

2). Toronto International Brazilfest

3). Summerlicious 

4). Pan American Food & Music Festival

5). Watch Interstella 5555 for Free at Christie Pits Park 

6). KidZfest at Canada's Wonderland

7). Fusion of Taste

8). Meowfest 2023

9). Taste the Caribbean Food Festival

10). Fun Philippines Toronto Street Festival

11). SwimweekTO Presents: Swimwear Series @ Sunset Beach

12). OBD Music Festival

13). Homies Hangout for Mental Health

14). Cover Me Live - Feat. The Discmen

15). Cover Me Live - Feat. The Lonely Hearts

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1). OssFest

Take over the Ossington Strip between Dundas St W and Queen St W this weekend. This street festival will feature artisans showcasing their goods, music, entertainment programming, and more. The event is also dog-friendly!

Where: Ossington Strip between Dundas St W and Queen St W

When: July 22nd, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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2). Toronto International Brazilfest

Toronto International Brazilfest is back for its 20th-anniversary celebration! Experience the culture, food, and music of Brazil. From July 21st to 23rd, prep for a weekend of fun festivities. 

Where: Axis Club (722 College Street) & Earlscourt Park (1595 St. Clair Ave W)

When: July 21st-23rd, 2023

Price: Free-$

Category: Date/Friends

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3). Summerlicious 

Summerlicious is ending on July 23rd. Don't miss out on a chance to experience cuisines from around the world at over 200 local restaurants right in Toronto at a price point that best suits your budget.

Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out.

When: Until July 23rd, 2023

Price: $$-$$$

Category: Date/Friends

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4). Pan American Food & Music Festival

The Pan American Food & Music Festival is back for its 11th year. Happening at Nathan Phillips Square, celebrate the rich diversity of music, art, and cuisine in the Western Hemisphere. Admission to the event is free. 

Where: Nathan Phillips Square

When: July 22nd-23rd, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

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5). Watch Interstella 5555 for Free at Christie Pits Park 

Get to watch a movie underneath the stars for free at Christie Pits Park. The Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) will be playing Interstella 5555 this weekend for free. 

Where: Christie Pits Park 

When: July 23rd, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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6). KidZfest at Canada's Wonderland

If you're looking for things to do with your little ones, you need to hit up KidZfest at Canada's Wonderland. There will be character meet & greets with Peppa Pig, Bluey & Bingo, interactive shows, Marvel character appearances, dance parties, music, live entertainment and lots more! KidZfest is included with park admission.

Where: 1 Canada's Wonderland Drive, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6

When: Until July 30th, 2023‍

Price: $$

Category: Date/Friends

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7). Fusion of Taste

Fusion of Taste is returning to Toronto for its 14th year. This event is free and will feature delicious food, a doubles eating competition, a kiddie corner, local vendors, a car show, live music & entertainment, and so much more. 

Where: 950 Albion Road Toronto, ON M9V 1A7

When: July 22nd, 2023‍

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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8). Meowfest 2023

If you're a cat lover, then you have to check out Meowfest, Canada's largest feline festival. This event will be filled with food, entertainment, fun, shopping, and of course, cats!  

Where: The Warehouse Venue (35 Carl Hall Rd #2, North York, ON M3K 2B6)

When: ‍July 23rd, 2023

Price: $-$$$

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for more information. 

9). Taste the Caribbean Food Festival

Head over to Little Jamaica this weekend for Taste the Caribbean Food Festival. This 2-day festival will feature live entertainment, food & drink vendors, competitions, giveaways, and more. Admission to the festival is free.

Where: Little Jamaica (1609 Eglinton Ave West at Oakwood Ave)

When: ‍July 22nd-23rd, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for more information. 

10). Fun Philippines Toronto Street Festival

Fun Philippines Toronto Street Festival will be taking place this weekend. This festival will feature 130+ booths, food, music, live dance, carnival rides, and more.

Where: Bathurst Street to Wilson Ave.

When: July 22nd-23rd, 2023‍

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for more information. 

11). SwimweekTO Presents: Swimwear Series @ Sunset Beach

Don't miss out on the official launch of SwimweekTO. With multiple swimwear & resort wear designers showcasing their collections on the catwalk including Capricho Swimwear, Verseau and Shape Perfect. Meet and network with fashion-forward thinkers, models, designers and talent! Doors: 9pm, Cocktails + Fashion Industry Networking: 9:30pm, Fashion Show: 10pm -11:30pm, Sunset Beach After Party 11:30pm onwards. Girls are free before 10:30pm!

Where: Grand Bizarre 15 Saskatchewan Rd Toronto

When: July 22nd at 9pm

Price: $$

Category: Friends

Click here for tickets and more information. 

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12). OBD Music Festival

Welcome to ONE BIG DAY Music Festival! The first ever ONE BIG DAY Music Festival will be making its way to Downtown Niagara Falls this weekend. This GIANT outdoor party will feature various local Niagara acts, unique vendors and viral music sensation, Wheatus! Their hit song "Teenage Dirtbag" has surpassed over 460,000,000 streams and is celebrating its 24th anniversary release THIS YEAR!

Where: Taps Brewhouse, 4680 Queen St, Niagara Falls, ON

When: July 22nd-23rd, 2023

Price: $

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for tickets and more information. 

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13). Homies Hangout for Mental Health

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Looking to celebrate summer with friends while supporting and raising money for mental health? CAMH Engage along with mental health non-profits @checkonthehomiess and @alwayscheckonthehomies are coming together to support an incredible cause and raising funds for mental health! Hosted at one of the most beautiful rooftop patios in the city, enjoy a day filled with live music by local artists, delicious food and drinks, and more. All event proceeds will be donated to the @camhfoundation

Where: The Porch, 250 Adelaide St W, Toronto

When: July 22nd

Price: $

Category: Family-friendly

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14). Cover Me Live - Feat. The Discmen

Every Friday & Saturday night in the heart of Toronto’s Entertainment District, Adelaide Hall will be hosting Cover Me Live. The ultimate underground party featuring live hits that don’t miss. From 90’s Rock to today’s Pop performed by Toronto's best cover bands. This party is NOTHIN’ BUT A GOOD TIME! This Friday featuring The Discmen - @discmen_to

Where: 250 Adelaide St W Second Floor, Toronto

When: July 21st

Price: $

Category: Friends

Click here for tickets and more information. 

15). Cover Me Live - Feat. The Lonely Hearts

Every Friday & Saturday night in the heart of Toronto’s Entertainment District, Adelaide Hall will be hosting Cover Me Live. The ultimate underground party featuring live hits that don’t miss. From 90’s Rock to today’s Pop performed by Toronto's best cover bands. This party is NOTHIN’ BUT A GOOD TIME! This Saturday we have The Lonely Hearts taking the stage - @lonelyheartsto

Where: 250 Adelaide St W Second Floor, Toronto

When: July 22nd

Price: $

Category: Friends

Click here for more information. 

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