Indigenous Arts Festival

June 17, 2023

June 18, 2023

Free

Fort York, 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto

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Events Description

 
The Indigenous Arts Festival @ Fort York celebrates traditional and contemporary music, dance, theatre, storytelling, literature, crafts, and food created by indigenous artists. Energizing the grounds and buildings of Fort York National Historic Site in downtown Toronto with powerful ancient traditions and compelling contemporary creations.

On Saturday, June 17, experience the annual Traditional Pow Wow hosted by Na-Me-Res Native Men’s Residence with drummers and dancers.

On Sunday, the Indigenous Arts Festival live concert stage opens at 10 a.m. with ceremonial words by the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation cultural representatives Elder Gary Sault and Valarie King. Take in the entertainers and explore the open-air Artisans and Food Markets, enjoying the delicious Indigenous fare at the Food Market and shopping from the specially curated Artisans Market.

Throughout the weekend, explore the vibrant Artisans and Food Markets where beautiful Native handmade artful items and savory Indigenous dishes are available.

 

HOW MUCH

Tickets : Free & Ticketed
How to get tickets?

At the door

WHEN & WHERE

Date & Time: June 17 and 18, 2023

Festival highlights:

Na-Me-Res Annual Traditional Pow Wow with drummers and dancers – noon (Grand Entry) to 6 p.m., June 17

Indigenous Artisans Market, Noon to 5 p.m.

Sunday, June 18, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Artisans Market: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Food Market: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Venue: Fort York Historic Site, 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto

Paid Parking
Public transport accessible

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