Events in Toronto – June 5 – 7, 2015

1. Summer Music in the Park

Enjoy live performances by acclaimed local musicians – from Jazz to Latin to Celtic pop (weather permitting). Presented by Bloor-Yorkville BIA.

2. All American

This sparkling programme of American classics features Gershwin’s bustling, bluesy portrait of Paris’s street life—complete with taxi horns! The acclaimed solo team of Laredo and Robinson gives the first Canadian performances of André Previn’s attractive Double Concerto.

3. Field Trip Festival

Two-day boutique music and arts festival in the heart of downtown Toronto! The 2015 edition will unfold across two days, programmed far beyond music to focus on highlighting the community’s best culinary offerings, as well as collaborative explorations on the themes of art, photography, technology, fashion and more. Details

4. Cosmo MusicFest & Expo

Special Meet N’ Greet Appearance by STEVE VAI; Main Stage Headliner: I Mother Earth.

Supporting Bands: The Mohrs, Hotel California Tribute, Absolute Journey Tribute, Free musician workshops and presentations, Food Trucks, Beer Garden & more!

5. Spirit of the West

Multiple gold and platinum award-selling artists Spirit of the West will celebrate their incredible 30+ year career live at Massey Hall. Documenting what will be among the band’s final Toronto performances, the Folk, Celtic, Pop and Punk–influenced WCMA Hall of Fame inductees are expected to perform fan favourites such as “Venice is Sinking,” “The Crawl,” “Political,” and what is often called ‘Canada’s unofficial national anthem’ “Home for a Rest.”

6. Lulaworld festival

The annual Lulaworld festival brings together Toronto’s finest world, jazz and Latin musicians presenting their latest compositions and projects and collaborating with celebrated international guests. With the Toronto2015 PANAM games just around the corner, Lulaworld 2015 promises to be a pre-party that will get Toronto dancing to the music of the Americas.

7. A Tribute to Broadway

Singing Out’s Tribute to Broadway! Come join us on June 6th at the Glenn Gould Studio as we present our very own tribute to the Great White Way – SHOWSTOPPER. From old standards to modern favourites, this unique experience set against the backdrop of 1969 NYC, will take you on an emotional journey as we tell the musical story of the struggle and victory for LGBTQ+ freedom that culminated at the Stonewall Inn (1969).

8. Music in the Orchard

Fruit of the Turquoise Vine – Michael Franklin and Amir Samimi mix elements from a wide variety of times and places, including world, contemporary and European early music. Spadina Museum’s Outdoor concert.

1. Performing Arts Events

Performing Arts & Theatre in June

Events this weekend include

Titanic The Musical @ Princess of Wales Theatre

Ratmansky & Côté @ Four Seasons Centre

Company Class @ Four Seasons Centre

Once, The Musical @ Ed Mirvish Theatre

Hedwig and the Angry Inch @ Lower Ossington Theatre

Finding a Wife for Isaiah @ Toronto Centre for the Arts

How to Kill a Comedian @ The Second City Theatre

Driving Miss Daisy @ Toronto Centre for the Arts

Bedroom Farce & Of Human Bondage @ Young Centre for the Performing Arts

Mr. Burns: A Post Electric Play @ Historic Aztec Theatre

Ballad of the Burning Star @ The Theatre Centre

The Dybbuk, Between Two Worlds @ Young Centre for the Performing Arts

Quartet @ Paper Mill Theatre, Todmorden Mills.

Tribute @ The Curtain Club Theatre, Richmond Hill

The 39 Steps @ Lower Ossington Theatre

Straight White Men @ Fleck Dance Theatre

Stitch @ Aki Studio

The Mumberley Inheritance @ Scarborough Village Theatre

2. STOMP: Urban Dance

Almost 400 young people, from 6 to 24 years will be performing an eclectic array of dance styles including stepping, hip hop, break dancing, dance hall, Bollywood, krumping, jazz, contemporary and ballet. Performers from across the GTA are from Parks, Forestry and Recreation dance programs, private dance classes and community dance groups. Dancers are divided into three levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.

3. Scarborough Worldwide Film Festival

Scarborough Film Festival is an annual six day celebration showcasing local, Canadian and world cinema.

4. InspiraTO Festival

Canada’s largest ten-minute play festival. Get ready for a 90 performance extravaganza (compared to last year’s 20 performances). With ten days of exciting theatre, it’s worth planning. Catch a redShow and afterwards see some quickies. Or see a full row of quickies, then catch a blueShow.

1. Toronto Blue Jays

vs. Houston Astros

2. 4 On 4 Canadian Street Hockey Tournament

Hockey Night in Canada’s Play On!

3. Asian Community Games

Track & Field, Swimming, Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton, Cricket, Golf, Fencing, Bowling

4. Mississauga Dragon Boat Festival

Spend the day by the lake enjoying great food, soaking in the sun and cheering for your local athletes. Watch the races unfold before your eyes!

5. Runs & Walks

1. Race for Kids

Capital One Race for Kids™ is an urban, adventure race where you have a chance to return to the best adventures of childhood, all while raising funds for all kids to have the same opportunity.

Saturday, June 6, 2015 | 12:00 PM @ Yonge Dundas Square

2. Kids of Steel Triathlon

Saturday, June 6, 2015 Road Closure: The westbound lanes of Kingston Road from Danforth Avenue to Birchmount Road will be closed on Saturday, June 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

3. Malvern Bicycle Race

Road Closure: Brenyon Way from Sheppard Avenue East to Sewells Road will be closed from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 6 to accommodate this event.

4. Bread & Honey Road Race

15km route, Flat & Fast 5km, 1km Fun Run on Sunday June 7 , 2015 | 07:30 AM @ Streetsville Secondary School, Mississauga

5. Funky 5K

5K run/walk & 2K family run/walk on Sunday June 7 , 2015 | 08:15 AM @ Main St, Unionville –

6. Walk to Fight Arthritis

1K or 5k Walk on Sunday, June 7 , 2015 | 10:00 AM @ Woodbine Park, Toronto & @ Lakeside Park, Mississauga on Sunday, June 7 , 2015 | 10:30 AM

7. Maya’s March

5km Walk on Sunday, June 7 , 2015 | 10:00 AM

Road Closure: Conlins Road from Ellesmere Road to Military Trail will be closed on Sunday, June 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

1. 50+ Festival

This year’s 50+ Festival offers inspiring sessions that promote conversations about creative aging, reinvention, the business of aging and so much more. Join us as we celebrate new perspectives and approaches that will challenge your notions of living longer.

2. Streetsville Founders’ Bread and Honey Fest

The Streetsville Founders’ Bread and Honey Festival is fun for the whole family! From carnival rides and face painting to live music and ice cold beer, this Bread and Honey will be one for the books. Swing by Saturday June 6th at 10am for the Bread and Honey parade then come on down to the festival for FREE Panera bread and Honey…..mmmm!

3. Ontario Tourism Day

For one day each year the most downtown square in Canada becomes a microcosm of Ontario’s festivals, attractions, special events and reasons to pack up your suitcase and visit this province. The Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership Corporation (OTMPC) invites Ontarians to celebrate Ontario Tourism Day. Elements include: The Digs; Zero Gravity Circus’ chainsaw jugglers, mascots, Celebration Zone, Ontario regional food, wine, beer & cider and more.

4. Mega Pet Adoption Weekend

Meet hundreds of dogs and cats all up for adoption at Mega Pet Adoption Weekend. For $25 you can bring home a new family member that has been be spayed or neutered and vaccinated. Standard licensing fees apply to City of Toronto residents.

5. Rotary Ribfest – Pickering

Great entertainment, world-class ribs and food vendors, and a licensed park.

6. Bowmanville Rockin’ Rotary Ribs and Brews Ribfest

Barbequed ribs and chicken, plus a beer festival with great craft-brewed beer, and live entertainment!

7. Toronto Pro Super Show

The 2015 Toronto Pro SuperShow will showcase more than 100 booths of the latest sports equipment, apparel and nutrition. The EXPO will host several sporting competitions, events, feature several guest speakers and industry celebrities.

8. Unionville Festival

Three days of fun filled excitement and things to see, savour and enjoy! This year’s highlights include the annual Festival Parade, FunZone, Krazy Kraft Race, and Sunday’s Family Fun Day – plus live music and dance, fun races, great shopping and much more!

9. Mac ‘n Cheese Festival

Mac ‘n Cheese lovers in Toronto are about to get all ooey and gooey inside! The first of its kind in Canada, this three day Mac ‘n Cheese Festival Presented by Metro provides a gourmet twist to everyone’s favourite classic childhood dish, while giving back to the community through FoodShare Toronto, a renown non-profit organization that delivers healthy food to our schools and low income communities; so indulge and have fun while giving back to your community.

10. Doors Open Whitchurch – Stouffville

The 11th annual Doors Open Whitchurch-Stouffville showcases 12 outstanding sites in the community!

11. Riverside Eats & Beats 2015

Annual spring Eats & Beats StreetFEST – this year, with a Pan Am flair, celebrating Pan Am’s TO2015 IGNITE! The festival will showcase Riverside’s family-friendly food outlets and unique small town in the big city atmosphere, with a Caribbean and Latin twist.

12. Stage Select Gaming Expo

Gaming convention for Gamers and Developers.

13. Halal Food Fest

Mississauga Halal Food Fest will bring together a variety of Halal food from a wide range of suppliers, who will provide information, education, and awareness of the benefits of Halal products. There will be inflatable rides for the children to enjoy, local and international performers, a Turkish Sufi dance performance, an a mixture of both traditional and current musical entertainment that will cater to the older and younger generations alike.

14. Toronto Raw Vegan Festival

A celebration of raw & vegan. The Toronto Raw/Vegan Festival offers all you need for healthy, cruelty-free, eco-friendly green living. You don`t have to be vegan to attend! Come and see why people are increasingly adopting a raw/vegan lifestyle.

15. Dundas West Fest

A celebration of arts, community and everything local. Food, live entertainment and more!

16. SUMMERFEST – Sidewalk Sale & Street Festival

Live Performances, Great Food, Inflatable,Interactive Skatebord Demos, Face Painting and More!

17. Toronto Taste

Savour scrumptious dishes from 50 top chefs, a startling array of beverages and breathtaking lakeside views. Best of all, you’ll enjoy the satisfaction of helping those in need by supporting Second Harvest’s food rescue program!

18. Spring into Summer Show & Sale

Don Valley Art Club Show and Sale.