Events in Toronto June Week 3 | June 20 – 22 2014

1. TD Jazz Festival

The TD Toronto Jazz Festival has become known as one of North America’s premier jazz festivals produced annually by Toronto Downtown Jazz, a Canadian registered charity. The Festival has become a destination event, not just for music lovers but for some of the greatest jazz celebrities in the world, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in artistic excellence and outstanding production standards.

When & Where?

June 19 – 28, 2014

How much?

Tickets available at Ticketmaster

2. NXNE

MUSIC+FILM+INTERACTIVE+COMEDY+ART

Now in its 20th year, North by Northeast Festivals and Conference (NXNE) has become the Canadian festival destination for emerging artists and major-label headliners; filmmakers; hilarious comedians; visual, sound, and other artists; and innovators bridging the gap between technology and the arts. Seen as the most anticipated summer music event in Canada, NXNE Music, NXNE Film, NXNE Interactive, NXNE Art, and NXNE Comedy are an essential gathering for artists, industry, and fans.

When & Where?

June 13-22, 2014 – Across various downtown venues
NXNE Music: June 18-22

How much?

Varies . Music Wristband – $149.00

3. Markham Village Festival

Listen to music, dance, shop, dine and eat all kinds of food. Both Friday night and all day Saturday, you can enjoy a multicultural feast, of the cuisine of the many cultures that make up Markham.

When?

June 20 – 21, 2014

Where?

Markham Main St.
Markham Road or Highway 48) is closed to traffic from Highway 7 north to Parkway/Bullock

How much?

Free

4. Gershwin Highlights

Enjoy highlights from Gershwin’s American folk opera, including glorious songs such as Summertime, It Ain’t Necessarily So, Bess, You Is My Woman Now, and many more.

When?

Fri Jun 20, 2014 | 7:30 PM
Sat Jun 21, 2014 | 8:00 PM

Where?

Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe Street, Toronto

How much?

$38.75 – $169

5. Patty Griffin

American Kid, Patty Griffin’s seventh album, is her first album of mainly new material since 2007. This new album – much of which Griffin says “was written to honor my father” – returns to typical Patty Griffin territory: powerful, personal and unpredictable songs arranged and performed in a style that doesn’t entirely repeat anything she’s done on her previous albums.

When?

Fri, Jun 20, 2014 | 08:00 PM

Where?

Winter Garden Theatre, 189 Yonge Street, Toronto

How much?

$42.50

6. Pilgrims and Travellers: Music of the Medieval Pilgrim

The pilgrimage was an important part of medieval Christianity, a physical journey towards a spiritual goal. We will explore this through the music of the Cantigas de Santa Maria, Galician devotional songs in praise of Mary and narratives of the miracles of Mary; the Llibre Vermell de Montserrat, compiled and located in the monastery of Montserrat which was a major site of pilgrimage during the time of its compilation; and the music of the Codex Calixtinus, a guide for medieval pilgrims containing music that would have been performed at the shrine dedicated to the Apostle Saint James the Great at the end of one of the most famous pilgrimage routes, El Camino de Santiago de Compostela.

When?

Saturday, June 21, 2014 | 08:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Where?

Church of St. Mary Magdalene, 477 Manning Avenue, Toronto

How much?

By Donation

7. The Wailin’ Jennys

The contemporary folk trio draws on bluegrass and even jazz traditions, putting out sweet, smoky songs that linger long after the last note is played.

When?

Sat Jun 21, 2014 | 8:00 PM

Where?

Harbourfront Centre Theatre, 231 Queens Quay West, Toronto

How much?

$39.50

8. One Kapamilya Go!

When?

Sat, Jun 21, 2014 | 06:00 PM

Where?

Ricoh Coliseum,100 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto

How much?

$35.00 & up.

9. White Denim

When?

Sat, Jun 21, 2014 | 07:30 PM

Where?

Molson Canadian Amphitheatre,909 Lakeshore Blvd. W., Ontario Place, Toronto

How much?

$23.00 & up.

10. Googoosh & Ebi

When?

Sat, Jun 21, 2014 | 08:00 PM

Where?

Air Canada Centre, 50 Bay Street, Toronto

How much?

$55.00 & up.

1. For most of performing arts & theatre events including Opera, Comedy, theatre & musicals happening during the weekends of June – See Performing Arts & Theatre in Toronto

Includes – Japanese Film Festival, Italian Film Festival, Company, Romeo + Juliet, NXNE & more!

2. Lip Service Comedy Show

The Inaugural Lip Service Comedy Show will feature the talents of comedians Jay Martin, Trixx, SHANG and poet Dwayne Morgan . Each artist will perform in their respective genres in a comedic, yet respectful manner while paying homage to Alzheimer’s and dementia and its impact in our communities. At the conclusion of the show, a cheque will be presented to the Alzheimer Society of Toronto.

When?

Saturday, June 21, 2014 | 8:30 PM- 11:00PM

Where?

Jane Mallet Theatre
27 Front St. East, Toronto, Ontario M5E

How much?

$30.00 – $39.00

3. Indigenous Arts Festival

The Indigenous Arts Festival at Fort York celebrates traditional and contemporary music, dance, theatre, storytelling, visual arts, crafts, and food created by indigenous artists. Hosted by the Mississauga’s of the New Credit First Nation, this festival will energizing the grounds and buildings of Fort York National Historic Site in downtown Toronto with powerful ancient traditions and compelling contemporary creations.

When?

June 20 – 22, 2014

Friday, June 20, 2014 | 06:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, June 21, 2014 | 10:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Sunday, June 22, 2014 | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Where?

Fort York National Historic Site

How much?

Free Admission

4. Cultural Hotspot

The Cultural Hotspot shines a spotlight on arts, culture and community by celebrating, connecting and investing in diverse neighbourhoods outside Toronto’s core. The City of Toronto and community partners animate the Cultural Hotspot with a series of activities throughout the area, including art in storefronts, streetscape art, gateway murals, youth mentorship and creative employment, art festivals and more. Projects will feature local community, arts groups and businesses along with the area’s unique parkland and waterfront.

When & Where

May to October, 2014

1. 2014 Women’s World Wheelchair Basketball Championship

When?

June 20 – June 28, 2014

Where?

Mattamy Athletic Centre, 50 Carlton Street, Toronto

2. Bike the Creek

Bike the Etobicoke Creek Trail through the heart of Brampton. Select one of three rides to fit your skill and interests. Learn about local plants, wildlife, and other elements of our natural heritage. Get your passport stamped at each trail station for chances to win great prizes!

When?

Saturday, June 21, 2014 | 08:00 AM – -2:00 PM

Where?

Starts from Jim Archdekin Recreation Centre

3. Runs & Walks

1. Lions Port Union Waterfront Run 2014

Saturday, June 21, 2014| 09:00 AM

2. 6th annual Run & Hike for Huntington Disease (HD)

Sunday June 22, 2014 – 10k run, 5k run, 5k hike (walk) at Wilket Creek Park, 1132 Leslie St., Toronto

3. Families on the Run 5K – Girls on the Run

1K Kids Run, 3K Family Walk & 5K Run/Walk Benefitting Girls on the Run Ontario
Sunday, June 22, 2014 at Fairy Lake, Newmarket

4. MEC Toronto Half-Marathon – 5K/10K

Sunday, June 22nd, 2014 at 8:00 AM at Tommy Thompson Park / the Leslie Spit

The Junction Summer Solstice Festival

With fantastic summer themed entertainment, sunny energy and a shopping experience like no other in the City.
Celebrate DIY culture, love for art, design and music. Green powered event showcasing our neighbourhood’s passion for healthy lifestyle and love for fresh quality food.
Day to Night enjoy family friendly shows and workshops, take a spin on a Ferris Wheel and taste the Junction.

When?

June 21st, 2014 | Noon- Midnight

Where?

Dundas St. W & Keele, The Junction, Toronto, ON

How much?

Free

Redpath Waterfront Festival

{adinserter 1}The Redpath Waterfront Festival is an annual summer event that provides on-land and on-water programming for people of all ages and interests with the goal of promoting Toronto locally and internationally as a premiere waterfront destination.
With music, food, nautical programs and entertainment, the Festival has something for everyone to enjoy. Every three years, the event welcomes a fleet of majestic TALL SHIPS® to Toronto.

When?

June 20-22, 2014 @ Toronto’s waterfront
2014 DockDogs® World Qualifying Championships at Sherbourne Common South, 61 Dockside Dr.
2014 Flyboard® North American Championships at Harbour Square Park, 25 Queens Quay West, at the base of York St. behind Harbour Square Condos.
Wine and spirit festival at Sugar Beach, 22 Dockside Drive
Pride Party at Sugar Beach, 22 Dockside Dr.

How much?

Free

2014 Flyboard® North American Championships

Free; For premium viewing, visit the Beer/Wine Garden. Admission is $10, children 10 and under are free.

Wine and spirit festival :

Tickets are $21.50 in advance or $30 at the gate (subject to availability, cash only). Price of admission includes your Wine & Spirits wristband, sampling cup and 5 sampling vouchers.

World Pride 2014

Ten days of queer celebration that will turn streets into parades, parks into parties and strangers into friends. Come out and meet the people from around the world expected to gather downtown and in neighbourhoods right across the city.

When?

June 20 – 29, 2014
World Pride Parade – June 29, 2014 | 01:00 PM

Eco Art Fest

An outdoor, art, heritage, and culture festival that promotes sustainability and environmental awareness by providing hands-on artistic programming in Toronto’s Don Valley Ravine.

When?

June 22, 2014 – September 21, 2014

Where?

Todmorden Mills, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto

How much?

Free

Imagining My Sustainable City

No.9 invites you to cel­ebrate the culminating exhib­it fea­tur­ing Imag­ining My Sustainable City, a pi­lot program in collab­oration with the Toronto Dis­trict School Board.
The exhi­bi­tion will fea­ture photographs, drawings and models cre­ated by the students, pro­viding the vis­itor with a vi­sion of the city as seen through the eyes of its youth.

When?

Exhibition: May 23 – September 22, 2014 | Daily

Where?

Kiln, Evergreen Brick works.

How much?

Free