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Toronto is packed with things to do this week! From the CNE and major concerts to food festivals, cultural celebrations, live sports, art events, and family-friendly activities, there’s something happening across the city. Whether you’re looking for a fun night out, a weekend plan, or something free to do, here are some of the best events to check out this week.
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1. CNE
It isn't summer in Toronto without the Canadian National Exhibition! Get ready for thrilling rides, wacky foods, vendors, live music, and so much more.
Where: Exhibition Place (100 Princes' Blvd)
When: August 21st - September 7th, 2026
Price: Starting at $25
Category: Family-friendly
2. Ed Sheeran: LOOP Tour
Experience Ed Sheeran’s LOOP Tour with chart-topping hits, massive stadium production, and performances from special guests Myles Smith, Lukas Graham, and BIIRD.
Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way)
When: August 20th - 22nd, 2026
Price: Refer to Ticketmaster
Category: Date-Friends
3. Toronto Tempo vs. Indiana Fever + Sephora Beauty Experience
The Toronto Tempo take on the Indiana Fever, with Sephora bringing its “Pretty Badass” game-day experience featuring beauty discovery, photo moments, and product sampling while supplies last.
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St)
When: August 18th, 2026 (7 pm)
Price: Refer to Ticketmaster
Category: Family-friendly
4. Yorkville Murals 2026
A vibrant celebration of public art featuring large-scale murals, immersive installations, live painting, art talks, dance battles, pop-up shops, music, and a block party.
Where: Yorkville Ave (from Bellair St to Hazelton Ave)
When: August 22nd - 23rd, 2026
Price: Free to attend
Category: Date-Friends
5. Simple Plan – The Bigger Than You Think Tour
Simple Plan brings its biggest hits to Toronto alongside special guests Marianas Trench, Bowling for Soup, and 3OH!3 for a huge pop-punk night.
Where: RBC Amphitheatre (909 Lake Shore Blvd W)
When: August 20th, 2026 (5 pm)
Price: Refer to Ticketmaster
Category: Date-Friends
6. SankofaFest
Expect live performances, DJs, runway shows, food, and interactive experiences. Don’t miss the free Saturday night concert headlined by R&B star Mýa.
Where: Sankofa Square (1 Dundas St E)
When: August 21st - 23rd, 2026
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
7. Foodville Festival
Celebrate African, Caribbean and Afro-Latin food, music and culture with food vendors, DJs, live performances, chef showcases and a headline performance by MOLIY.
Where: Allan A. Lamport Stadium (1155 King St W)
When: August 22nd, 2026 (12 pm - 11 pm)
Price: Pass options vary
Category: Family-friendly
8. Jack Harlow – Monica Tour
Catch the Grammy-nominated rapper live in an intimate venue as he performs fan favourites and tracks from his latest era.
Where: History (1663 Queen St E)
When: August 18th, 2026 (6:30 pm)
Price: Refer to Ticketmaster
Category: Date-Friends
9. Toronto FC v Charlotte FC
Toronto FC is back at BMO Field for an MLS showdown against Charlotte FC. Cheer on the Reds under the lights as they battle for three points in front of the home crowd.
Where: BMO Field (170 Princes' Blvd)
When: August 19th, 2026 (7:30 pm)
Price: Refer to Ticketmaster
Category: Family-friendly
10. 15th Annual Afro Carib Fest
Celebrate Afro-Caribbean culture through live music, dance, art, food and interactive family-friendly activities at this award-winning community festival.
Where: Thomson Memorial Park (1005 Brimley Rd, Scarborough)
When: August 22nd - 23rd, 2026
Price: Free to attend
Category: Family-friendly
11. Toronto Access Expo
Explore adaptive technology, accessible products and services, meet exhibitors, and connect with the community at this free Toronto accessibility expo.
Where: Lyndhurst Centre (520 Sutherland Dr)
When: August 20th, 2026 (3 pm - 6 pm)
Price: Free to attend, registration required
Category: Family-friendly
12. Sauga Artisan Festival
Discover original art, handmade goods, artisan food, and creative small businesses at this community festival celebrating local talent and craftsmanship.
Where: Port Credit Memorial Park (40 Lakeshore Rd E, Mississauga)
When: August 22nd, 2026 (12 pm - 8 pm)
Price: Free to attend, product prices vary
Category: Family-friendly
13. GLO Toronto
Run, walk or dance through a glowing half marathon, 10K or 5K under black lights, followed by a lively after-party with music, food, activities, prizes, and photo opportunities.
Where: Coronation Park (711 Lake Shore Blvd W)
When: August 23rd, 2026 (7:30 pm)
Price: Starting at $55
Category: Family-friendly
14. Circles of Champions
Hit the ice with NHL and PWHL players during a 55-minute skating session, followed by photos, autographs, in support of New Circles Community Services.
Where: 57 Carl Hall Rd, North York
When: August 18th, 2026 (5 pm - 9 pm)
Price: Starting at $250
Category: Family-friendly
15. Dino Run at The Bentway
Kids can join lively Dino Specialists for songs, stories, games and a playful mission to track down runaway dinosaurs in this interactive family adventure.
Where: The Bentway (250 Fort York Blvd)
When: August 22nd, 2026 (10 am)
Price: Starting at $25
Category: Family-friendly
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