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You don't have to spend a fortune to enjoy Toronto this weekend. From vibrant street festivals and cultural celebrations to live music, local markets, and family-friendly fun, here are the best things to do in Toronto this weekend.
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1. Toronto Chinatown Festival
The Toronto Chinatown Festival brings the neighbourhood to life with cultural performances, delicious food, local vendors, family-friendly activities and vibrant art exhibits.
Where: Spadina Ave & Dundas St
When: July 25th - July 26th, 2026
Price: Free to attend
Category: Family-friendly
2. OssFest 2026
Explore one of Toronto's liveliest neighbourhoods during a pedestrian-only street festival featuring live music, extended patios, local shopping, art, and entertainment all day long.
Where: Ossington Ave between Dundas St W and Queen St W
When: July 25th, 2026 (11 am - 10 pm)
Price: Free to attend
Category: Family-friendly
3. Beaches International Jazz Festival StreetFest
Beaches Jazz Festival’s StreetFest transforms the neighbourhood into a lively celebration with diverse live bands, food trucks, local vendors and nonstop entertainment.
Where: Queen St. East (between Woodbine & Beech Aves)
When: July 23rd - July 25th, 2026 (6 pm)
Price: Free to attend, prices vary onsite
Category: Family-friendly
4. PanamFest 2026
PanamFest celebrates the cultures of 41 countries across the Americas with live music, dance, authentic food, cultural performances, chef demonstrations and the colourful Parade of Nations.
Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W)
When: July 24th - July 26th, 2026
Price: Free to attend
Category: Family-friendly
5. Supertri Toronto
Swim, bike, and run through an iconic urban course with individual and relay options, then celebrate with snacks, drinks, and music at the finish-line festival.
Where: Locations across downtown Toronto
When: July 26th, 2026
Price: Price varies by challenge
Category: Family-friendly
6. BACKYARD Series: The Cookout
The Cookout celebrates Black and Afro-Caribbean culture with sizzling BBQ, reggae and steel pan music, lively dancing and vibrant community vibes ahead of Caribana.
Where: STACKT market (28 Bathurst St)
When: July 25th, 2026 (12 pm)
Price: Free to attend
Category: Family-friendly
7. AlohaFest
AlohaFest Toronto celebrates its 10th anniversary with Polynesian dance, live island music, authentic eats, cultural workshops and a marketplace of local artisans.
Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, North York)
When: July 25th, 2026 (11 am - 10 pm)
Price: Free to attend
Category: Family-friendly
8. The Gem Expo
The Gem Expo brings together crystals, rare gemstones, minerals, beads and handmade jewellery, along with interactive workshops, tarot readings and expert talks.
Where: Hyatt Regency Toronto (370 King St W)
When: July 24th - July 26th, 2026
Price: Starting at $14
Category: Shopping
9. Canadian Multicultural Peruvian Fest
Celebrate Peruvian culture with authentic food, live music, colourful traditional dances and family-friendly entertainment at the Canadian Multicultural Peruvian Fest.
Where: Sankofa Square (1 Dundas St W)
When: July 25th - 26th, 2026
Price: Free to attend
Category: Date-Friends
10. Barkada Summer Market
Shop from more than 30 local vendors, discover handmade goods, enjoy food and drinks, grab a swag bag, and bring your pet along.
Where: STACKT market (28 Bathurst St)
When: July 26th, 2026 (12 pm - 6 pm)
Price: Free to attend, prices vary for products
Category: Date-Friends
11. Aquatica: Shrimp Forest Aquascape Workshop
Create a beautiful planted aquarium, choose your own aquatic plants, learn the art of aquascaping, and take home a miniature freshwater ecosystem that's ready for shrimp.
Where: Allan Gardens (19 Horticultural Ave)
When: July 26th, 2026 (1 pm - 3 pm)
Price: $182
Category: Family-friendly
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