Toronto Korean Festival

August 21, 2026

August 23, 2026

Free

Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St., North York

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Events Description

 

Canada’s Largest Korean Festival Returns to Toronto This August

Celebrating its 26th anniversary, the Toronto Korean Festival (TKF)—Canada’s largest Korean cultural event—is set to return, with over 100,000 visitors expected to attend throughout the weekend.

2026:

Performances:

  • NouerA
    A new-generation group building their identity around the theme of ‘connecting eras through music’
  • ASC2NT
    A performance-focused boy group recognized for their powerful stage presence and global appeal.
  • CATCH THE YOUNG
    A youth pop-rock band capturing the emotions and energy of youth through rich harmonies, dynamic performances, and emotionally driven storytelling that transcends generations and genres.
  • GranadA
    An emerging act that fuses traditional Korean music (Gugak) with modern K-pop, creating a distinctive crossover sound between heritage and contemporary pop.

K-Pop DJ Show
Experience an electrifying K-pop party with high-energy hits and

DJ performances by MOOBEK, America’s top K-pop DJ with
over 25 years of global festival experience.

Korean Traditional Performance
by Jeonbuk State Gugak Center
Showcasing the elegance of Korean vocal, dance, instrumental performance and immersive cultural experiences. The event offers a unique glimpse into Korea’s rich heritage.

Hanbok Fashion Show
A dedicated showcase space featuring multiple hanbok fashion shows, highlighting the elegance, diversity, and modern reinterpretations of traditional Korean attire.

K-Beauty Pavilion
A K-beauty zone presenting a wide range of Korean beauty and skincare products, offering visitors an immersive experience of the latest trends in K-beauty and K-skincare innovations.

Food lovers can enjoy the popular K-Street Food section, with over 30 booths offering Korean cuisine and snacks. The Chimek Garden at the ice rink area will serve up Korean-style fried chicken with beer, soju, and makgeolli.

Over 40 marketplace booths will also be open throughout the festival, welcoming visitors to explore Korean crafts, goods, and services.

Who is it for?

All ages

HOW MUCH

Tickets : Free

Free of admission. Food and drinks between $5 – $20

How to get tickets?

At the door: On site. Free admission.

WHEN & WHERE

 

Date: Friday August 21 to Sunday, August 23, 2026

Friday | 4pm – 10pm
Saturday | 12pm – 10pm
Sunday |12pm – 10pm

 

Venue & Address

Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St., North York

Wheelchair accessible

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