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It's the first weekend of June! If you're itching to go out and have fun in the city, here are 10 of the best things to do in Toronto this weekend that you don't want to miss! 

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1). Lavender Wild Festival

2). Harry Potter & the Cursed Child at ED Mirvish Theatre

3). Pop-Up Giant Warehouse Sale 

4). DESIFEST 2023

5). Italiano Vero: Vero Fest 

6). Brands Gone Wild Closing Sale

7). Riverdale ArtWalk

8). Spring Into Spice Ethnic Food & Wine Festival

9). Sukoshi Mart

10). Inside Out Festival

1). Lavender Wild Festival

Lavender Wild Festival will be making its way to Toronto for only 1 day. The festival hosted at Echo Beach helps to celebrate queerness. There will be food & merchandise vendors, a huge selection of drink options, art installations, sponsor activations, as well as access to the festival grounds where you'll get to see 20+ acts across 2 stages. The lineup includes Girl in Red, Hayley Kiyoko, Daya, The Aces, G Flip, and many more. 

Where: Echo Beach

When: June 4th 2023

Price: $$$

Category: Date/Friends

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2). Harry Potter & the Cursed Child at ED Mirvish Theatre

Head over to the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre and catch the performance of Harry Potter & the Cursed Child, before it leaves Toronto on July 2, 2023! This is the longest running professional play in Canadian history, with over 425 performances. Immerse yourself into the wizarding world of Harry Potter and watch the amazing performance at the fully-transformed theatre. Experience spectacular spells, epic battles and more. Don’t Miss the Magic. Ends July 2 2023.

Where: CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre (244 Victoria St, Toronto, ON M5B 1V8)

When: Until July 2nd 2023

Price: From $69

Category: Family-friendly

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3). Pop-Up Giant Warehouse Sale 

Starting this Friday, Pop-Up Giant will be hosting a massive pop-up sale that you need to take advantage of! Get to shop at 3 different warehouse sales all in 1 location! This event will consist of a Designer Warehouse Sale, a $10 Pop-Up Sale, and a Revlon Warehouse Sale. Upgrade your wardrobe here at an affordable price! Enter the giveaway here for a chance to win $250 gift cards.

Where: The International Centre, Hall 1 (6900 Airport Rd., Mississauga, Ontario)

When: June 2nd-11th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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4). DESIFEST 2023

A free outdoor festival will be making its way to Yonge-Dundas Square and you don't want to miss it. DESIFEST is a South Asian music festival that will be happening on June 3rd. This outdoor festival will feature 90+ artists vendors, a kids zone, a food zone, and so much more. 

Where: Yonge-Dundas Square (1 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON)

When: June 3rd, 2023

Price: Free

Category: Family-friendly

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5). Italiano Vero: Vero Fest 

Vero Fest is an Italian-inspired festival that will be taking place this weekend in Toronto. Located at Cabana Pool Bar, there will be music, drinks, and amazing vibes. 

Where: Cabana Pool Bar (11 Polson St, Toronto, ON M5A 1A4, Canada)

When: June 3rd, 2023

Price: $$

Category: 19+

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6). Brands Gone Wild Closing Sale

Brands Gone Wild is having a closing sale, where everything must go! Get massive discounts of up to 85% off on apparel, footwear, health & beauty, home goods, and many more! 

Where: 1455 McCowan Rd

When: Until June 18th, 2023

Category: Family-friendly

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7). Riverdale ArtWalk

Riverdale ArtWalk is making its way back to the city this weekend. Back for its 25th year, get to explore one of Toronto’s premier art exhibitions! This exhibition showcases 150+ artists in Jimmie Simpson Park. Connect with artists and purchase a special souvenir to take home. 

Where: Jimmie Simpson Park

When: June 3rd-4th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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8). Spring Into Spice Ethnic Food & Wine Festival 

Spring Into Spice Ethnic Food & Wine Festival is happening this weekend at Hotel X, which you don't want to miss. This festival will feature 30 food and wine vendors, seminars, DJs, and more! You're definitely in for a nice treat.

Where: Stanley Barracks (115 Princes' Boulevard Toronto, ON M6K 3C3)

When: June 3rd, 2023

Price: $$

Category: Date/Friends

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9). Sukoshi Mart

Sukoshi Mart just recently opened at Eaton Centre and you need to check it out for all your Korean product essentials. With a wide selection of Korean skincare brands, kpop merch, wide selection of cute plushies, blind box surprises, and so much more, there is something for everyone. 

Where: Eaton Centre

Category: Date/Friends

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10). Inside Out Festival

To celebrate Pride Month, Inside Out 2SLGBTQ+ Film Festival will be offering a diverse lineup of 107 films, engaging panels, and exciting events to help celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and LGBTQ+ cinema. The festival runs only until June 4th! 

Where: TIFF Bell Lightbox

When: Until June 4th, 2023

Category: Date/Friends

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