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A ton of fun events are happening in Toronto this weekend. From festivals to pop-ups and more, here are 11 of the best things to do in Toronto this weekend.
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1. TD Weekend Series
This weekend, enjoy diverse musical acts, food trucks, vendors, a beer garden, and more.
Where: Woodbine Park (1695 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1G7)
When: July 18th-21st, 2024
July 18th: Performances start at 7 pm
July 19th: Performances start at 7 pm
July 20th: Performances start at 4 pm
July 21st: Performances start at 3 pm
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
2. BIG on Bloor
BIG on Bloor is taking place this weekend. This 2-day festival will feature outdoor murals, window displays, public installations, other projects, entertainment, art workshops, and many more.
Where: Bloor Street West, between Dufferin to Lansdowne
When: July 20th-21st, 2024 (12 pm - 12 am)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
3. AlohaFest
This 1-day event will showcase Polynesian art, culture, and dance. There will be live music, performances, an Aloha Marketplace, and more.
Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 5V7)
When: July 20th, 2024 (11 am - 7 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
4. The Festival of South Asia
The Festival of South Asia is back for its 22nd year! Head over to Gerrard India Bazaar and enjoy amazing food, drinks, entertainment and more.
Where: Gerrard St E (Glenside Ave. to Coxwell Ave.)
When: July 20th-21st, 2024 (12 pm - 11 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
5. Doggie Fest Summer Carnival
Join the ultimate pawty for dog lovers. There will be 50+ pet vendors, puppy soccer game, lure course, doggy pool, a photo booth and more.
Where: Wychwood Barns Park (76 Wychwood Ave, Toronto, ON M6G 2X7)
When: July 21st, 2024 (11 am - 6 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
6. Indonesian Food Festival 2024
The Indonesian Food Festival is taking place in downtown Toronto this Saturday. Happening for 1 day only, this festival will feature delicious food, music, dance, art and much more!
Where: Yonge-Dundas Square (1 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8)
When: July 20th, 2024 (12 pm - 8 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
7. Toronto International Brazilfest
The biggest Brazilian festival is happening this weekend. Enjoy rhythmic beats, vibrant colours, delicious food, Brazilian music, dance, tradition and much more.
Where: Earlscourt Park (1200 Lansdowne Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 3Z8)
When: July 20th-21st, 2024 (12 pm - 11 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
8. Panamerican Food and Music Festival
Back for its 12th year, this 2-day festival will feature delicious cuisine, lively music, dance performances, the Panamerican Parade and fun festivities. Mark your calendars because you don’t want to miss the biggest festival in town.
Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1)
When: July 20th-21st, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
9. Summerlicious
Summerlicious ends this weekend. This is your last chance to enjoy the fresh flavours of summer at more than 200 local restaurants at a price point that best suits your budget.
Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out.
When: Until July 21st, 2024
Price: Prices start from $20
Category: Family-friendly
10. The Market Market Pop-Up
The Market Market Pop-Up is taking place this Saturday. Shop and support from over 20 businesses. This is a great market to find one-of-a-kind items.
Where: 474 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2B2
When: July 20th, 2024 (1 pm - 8 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
11. YOUTH DAY
YOUTH DAY is a vibrant and free family celebration that highlights the remarkable talents of our young artists. Join for a day of music, dance, art, photography, fashion, and film.
Where: Yonge-Dundas Square (1 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8)
When: July 21st, 2024 (11 am - 11 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
Community Events
1. Train, REO Speedwagon & Yacht Rock Revue - Summer Road Trip
Don't miss Train and REO Speedwagon at Budweiser Stage. They'll be joined by Yacht Rock Revue for a night of awesome music! Get your tickets now and enjoy the show!
Where: Budweiser Stage (909 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON)
When: July 20th, 2024 (6:25 PM – 10:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
2. Summer Camp
Summer Camp returns to the Columbus Centre! Offering programs for kids aged 4 to 13, including exciting activities like art and soccer, the Centre provides a welcoming environment for all.
Where: Columbus Centre (901 Lawrence Avenue West)
When: Until August 23rd, 2024 (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
3.Toronto Blue Jays vs. Detroit Tigers
Get ready for a thrilling game as the Toronto Blue Jays take on the Detroit Tigers! It's a showdown packed with big hits, awesome pitching, and incredible plays. Whether you're at the stadium or watching from home, you won't want to miss this clash between two top teams in Major League Baseball!
Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON)
When: July 20th, 2024
Click here for more information.
4. Shomigo Summer Market
The Market will be filled with around 75 + diverse local vendors such as fashion designers, food vendors, jewelry makers, artists, and home decor creators. The markets will include interactive activities, workshops, and live entertainment to create an enjoyable atmosphere for attendees.
Where: Roy Thomson Hall (60 Simcoe St, Toronto, ON M5J 2H5)
When: July 20th - 21st, 2024 (11:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
5. The Female Eye Film Festival
The Female Eye Film Festival is an international women’s film festival celebrating its 22nd edition in 2024. One of Movie Maker Magazine’s “Top 50 Film Festivals in the World Worth the Entry Fee”.
When/Where: July 18th, 2024 - opening day only - Paradise Theatre, 1006 Bloor Street West, Toronto / July 18th - 21st, 2024 - full festival run - TIFF Lightbox, 350 King Street West, Toronto
Click here for more information.
6. Dino Run at the Bentway
Dinosaurs will be taking over The Bentway, and families and kids of all ages are invited to participate in a DINO RUN! Dino lovers will get the chance to become Dino Explorers in a fun family activity, where dinosaur specialists will teach them about dinosaurs through song, dance, and games. Expect a fun and exciting outdoor dino adventure in a non competitive environment.
Where: The Bentway (250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9)
When: July 20th, 2024 (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)
Click here for more information.
7. 50 CENT LIVE AT CABANA POOL BAR
Toronto, get ready for an unforgettable event! 50 Cent will be making his triumphant return to the city for an exclusive performance at the renowned Cabana Pool Bar. Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 20, 2024, as this is a party you won't want to miss!
Where: Cabana Pool Bar (11 Polson St, Toronto, ON M5A 1A4)
When: July 20th, 2024 (Doors at 1:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
8. Celebrate Summer with $7 Food and Drink Specials at Union Summer's Lucky Seven Summer Sundays
End your week off right at Union Summer, where they are offering sweet summer deals for Union Summer's Lucky Seven Summer Sundays. This deal celebrates Union Summer's seventh anniversary and seven days of free entertainment by offering $7.00 food and drink specials with their vendors every Sunday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.Union Summer, presented by TD, is the ultimate destination for Torontonians to enjoy the best of the city's food and culture. With 60 days of free outdoor experiences, including dynamic music, live performances, curated food vendors, and beat-the-heat beverages and desserts, this market is the perfect way to celebrate summer in the city.
Where: Union Station (65 Front Street West)
When: Summer Sundays (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
9. Afro Beat Night at Union Summer
On Sunday July 21st Union Summer is hosting AfroBeat Night, featuring the incredible Long Beach Band. This Afro-fusion party band seamlessly blends the hottest Afrobeat, DanceHall, and Top 40 tunes into an electrifying performance. Led by trumpeter Rudy Ray and saxophonist Stuart Brignell, they'll transport the audience with their remarkable arrangements and DJ-style transitions, channeling the voices of Burna Boy, Tems, Rema, Drake, Doja Cat, Justin Bieber, and more. In partnership with the Rudy Ray Show, this event promises an unprecedented musical experience that will have everyone dancing, singing along, and feeling pure joy.
Where: Union Station Front Street Plaza, 65 Front St W, Toronto, ON
When: July 21st, 2024 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
10. Bar Banane X Bar Kismet’s Dylan Brentwood: A Toast-Worthy Collab For 1 Day Only
Bar Banane and Lead Bartender/Bar Manager Jacob Martin are excited to announce a collaboration with Bar Kismet's very own, Dylan Brentwood! Catch Dylan at Bar Banane this Sunday, July 21 from 2:00-3:00pm for a cocktail masterclass, followed by a bar takeover at 8:00pm. The class will be taught with a lens of sustainable creativity amidst a shifting climate, while the takeover will focus on cocktails inspired by bar titans of the past two decades.
Where: Bar Banane (227A Ossington Ave, Toronto, Ontario M6J 2Z8)
When: July 21st, 2024 (2:00 PM - 3:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
11. Join at the Children's Breakfast Clubs Ride Toronto Indy
Join at Exhibition Place during the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto for a remarkable new cycling event for a great cause! The Children’s Breakfast Clubs has announced the inaugural Ride Toronto Indy, a cycling event along the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto racetrack that aims to inspire young people to embrace cycling and promote a healthy lifestyle through exercise and good nutrition.
Where: Exhibition Place Ontario (100 Princes' BlvdToronto, Ontario M6K 3C3)
When: July 20th, 2024
Click here for more information.
12. Cheers to Mid-Summer Sun and New Cocktails at Miznon
There’s only one way to combat this summer heat and it comes in a glass (or two) with ice. Miznon Toronto has added two fresh new cocktails to its beverage lineup, which are available all day long, and come at just $10 each during Miznon’s Magic Hour (Monday-Friday from 3-6pm), in addition to a complimentary snack of crispy za’atar pita ends and house-made tahini.
Where: 1235 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5R 3K4
When: Available now
Click here for more information.
13. Seize Summer with HelloFreshat Woodbine Park
HelloFresh is hosting an activation event, offering food and drink samples to introduce their new summer grill recipes. Attendees can join in to play games, try HelloFresh summer meals, and sample non-alcoholic beverages from their partner, Ole. With only 13 weeks of summer, HelloFresh aims to save time and money, allowing families to enjoy more days together.
Where: Queens Quay and Rees Street intersection, Harbourfront
When: July 19th - 21st and July 26th -28th (Fri to Sun, 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
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