Toronto is bringing summer vibes with an exciting lineup of festivals, live music, sports, cultural celebrations, and family-friendly events across the city. From the FIFA World Cup and Toronto Jazz Festival to street festivals, art experiences, and community activities, here are the best things to do in Toronto this weekend.

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1. FIFA World Cup Match

Toronto is set to host an exciting FIFA World Cup clash between Germany and Côte d’Ivoire, bringing fans from around the world together for unforgettable moments on the pitch.

Where: Toronto Stadium (170 Princes' Blvd)

When: June 20th, 2026

Price: Bundle ticket options available on the official FIFA site

Category: Date-Friends

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2. Annual Yorkville Exotic Car Show

This free Father's Day tradition transforms Bloor Street into a luxury display of over 130 rare sports cars. It features live entertainment and family activities, supporting Melanoma Canada.

Where: Bloor St W (Avenue Rd to Yonge St)

When: June 21st, 2026

Price: Free‍

Category: Date-Friends

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3. Toronto Jazz Festival

This premier 10-day summer music festival showcases over 1,500 musicians. It transforms the city into a major destination, offering a mix of free outdoor stages and ticketed performances by legendary artists.

Where: Multiple locations

When: June 19th - June 28th, 2026

Price: Free & paid options

Category: Family-friendly‍

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4. ANCHORBALL: A Curious Art Journey

A vibrant outdoor art experience where 18 large‑scale pop‑art sculptures and imaginative characters blend with nature and interactive augmented reality to create a playful, curiosity‑inspiring journey through the garden.

Where: Royal Botanical Gardens (680 Plains Rd W, Burlington)

When: June 20th - September 20th, 2026

Price: $24.50

Category: Family-friendly

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5. Scarborough “One Love” Fest

Experience a vibrant celebration of Scarborough through live performances, food, art, wellness activities, family programming, and community events designed to bring people together.

Where: Toronto Zoo Event Centre (2000 Meadowvale Rd)

When: June 19th - June 21st, 2026

Price: Starting at $20 for adults

Category: Date-Friends

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6.  Free Blue-Dipped Ice Cream at Trinity Bellwoods

Enjoy complimentary blue-dipped ice cream while discovering how Blue Rewards Shops can enhance your Amazon Prime Day shopping experience.

Where: Trinity Bellwoods Park (790 Queen St W)

When: June 20th, 2026

Price: While supplies last

Category: Family-friendly

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7. World Giraffe Day & National Indigenous Peoples Day

A family-friendly event featuring hands-on activities, crafts, and educational experiences focused on sustainability, conservation, and protecting giraffes and local greenspaces.

Where: Toronto Zoo (2000 Meadowvale Rd, Scarborough)

When: June 21st, 2026 (11 am - 3 pm)

Price: Free with zoo admission

Category: Family-friendly

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8. Antiques at St. Lawrence Market

A weekly indoor market where visitors can browse a curated mix of antiques, vintage décor, collectibles, and one-of-a-kind treasures from dealers across Ontario.

Where: 92 Front St E

When: June 21st (9:30 am - 5 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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9. Talks: Strawberry Sundaes (ROM)

A family-friendly author talk celebrating Strawberry Sundaes by Sarabeth Holden, featuring a live reading, storytelling, and creative activities with the author and illustrator Emma Pederson.

Where: Currelly Gallery, ROM (100 Queens Park)

When: June 21st (10:30 am - 11:30 am)

Price: Free with general admission

Category: Family-friendly

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10. Swish & Strike

Swish & Strike at Vaughan Mills celebrates the new Playdium opening with vintage-style basketball, bowling, classic arcade games, and interactive photo experiences.

Where: Event Court, near Entry 4A Vaughan Mills (1 Bass Pro Mills Dr)

When: June 17th - 28th, 2026 (12 pm - 7 pm)

Price: Free to attend, perks with spends

Category: Date-Friends

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11. See You Downtown: Chess in the Park

A relaxed, drop-in community chess experience where players of all levels can enjoy friendly matches outdoors, live music, and an easygoing social atmosphere.

Where: The Deck at Clarence Square (25 Clarence Square)

When: June 20th, 2026 (11 am - 5 pm)

Price: Free to participate

Category: Date-Friends

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12. Compete in the Fast Feet Challenge

Test your speed and agility in an interactive soccer challenge where players race against the clock to hit as many targets as possible and compete for the fastest score.

Where: Trinity Court, CF Toronto Eaton Centre (220 Yonge St)

When: On until June 30th, 2026

Price: Free to attend

Category: Date-Friends

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