Toronto is buzzing this week with festivals, live music, sports, cultural celebrations, family-friendly activities, and end-of-summer experiences happening across the city. From September 7–12, there’s plenty to explore, whether you’re planning a family day out, a night with friends, or a fun date.

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1. Taste of the Kingsway

South Etobicoke's largest street festival returns this September! Presented by Mantella Corporation, Taste of the Kingsway is a free 3-day festival featuring delicious food, live music, family-friendly entertainment, local vendors, and plenty of activities for all ages. It's the perfect way to celebrate the end of summer, so mark your calendars. 

Where: Bloor Street West between Montgomery Rd and Prince Edward Dr

When: September 11th-13th, 2026

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

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2. CNE’s Final Day of the Season

September 7th is your last chance to enjoy the CNE’s midway rides, wild food creations, live entertainment, exhibits and end-of-summer fun before it closes for the season.

Where: Exhibition Place (100 Princes' Blvd)

When: Runs until September 7th, 2026

Price: General admission starts at $26.55

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

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3. Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber

Wu-Tang Clan brings its farewell tour to Toronto for one night only, joined by special guest Bone Thugs-N-Harmony.

Where: RBC Amphitheatre (909 Lake Shore Blvd W)

When: September 8th, 2026 (7:30 pm)

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Date-Friends

Click here for the website. 

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4. Toronto Blue Jays Games

Catch the Blue Jays at Rogers Centre for two home games against the Baltimore Orioles, featuring a Classic Retro Bag Giveaway on Friday and Hello Kitty Day with a bobblehead giveaway on Saturday.

Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way)

When: September 11th - 12th, 2026

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

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5. Canadian International Air Show

Toronto’s skies come alive as the Canadian International Air Show returns for its 77th year with military jets and thrilling aerobatic performances, including the Canadian Forces Snowbirds.

Where: Marilyn Bell Park / Toronto Waterfront

When: September 5th - 7th, 2026 (12 pm - 3:40 pm)

Price: Air Show Zone tickets available; can also be seen from CNE

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

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6. Toronto International BuskerFest

Toronto’s BuskerFest returns for Labour Day weekend with four days of incredible street performers, including acrobats, musicians, comedians, and fire performers.

Where: Woodbine Park (1695 Queen St E)

When: September 4th - 7th, 2026

Price: Starting at $10

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

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7. Lily Allen Performs West End Girl

See Lily Allen perform her acclaimed album West End Girl live in full and in its original track order.

Where: RBC Amphitheatre (909 Lake Shore Blvd W)

When: September 10th, 2026 (8 pm)

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Date-Friends

Click here for the website.

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8. Mexican Day Toronto

Canada’s largest Mexican fiesta returns for two days of vibrant music, authentic food, arts and crafts, folkloric dancing, live performances, Lucha Libre and more.

Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W)

When: September 12th - 13th, 2026

Price: Free

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

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9. The Cabbagetown Festival

Celebrate Cabbagetown with 250+ vendors, live entertainment, food, shopping, a Kids Zone and a closing parade.

Where: Parliament St & Carlton St, Cabbagetown

When: September 12th - 13th, 2026

Price: Free

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

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10. BABYMETAL World Tour 2026

Japanese metal group BABYMETAL brings its high-energy world tour to Toronto, joined by special guests Halestorm and Violent Vira.

Where: RBC Amphitheatre (909 Lake Shore Blvd W)

When: September 7th, 2026 (7:20 pm)

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Date-Friends

Click here for the website.

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11. Toronto FC vs. Nashville SC

Catch Toronto FC at BMO Field as the Reds face Nashville SC in an MLS regular-season matchup.

Where: BMO Field (170 Princes’ Blvd)

When: September 9th, 2026 (7:30 pm)

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

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