Events in Toronto – Sept 18 – 21, 2015

1. TURF

The Toronto Urban Roots Festival will be closing out a jam-packed summer of music festivals in the city. This year’s lineup features 52 artists including the Pixies, Lucinda Williams, Of Monsters and Men, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeroes, Wilco, the Avett Brothers, Neko Case, UB40, Cake, Lord Huron, Desaparecidos, Deerhunter, Built to Spill, and many more.

2. Manifesto Festival

The critically-acclaimed Manifesto Festival of Community & Culture features an innovative program of events across the city, culminating in a massive free outdoor concert at Yonge & Dundas Square in the heart of downtown Toronto. The festival brings together hundreds of artists and performers with thousands of attendees to unite, energize, support and celebrate Toronto’s vibrant and diverse music and arts community.

3. Home Free

Don’t It Feel Good Tour.

5. Riot Fest

Riot Fest is a multi-day music festival specializing in punk, rock, alternative, metal, and hip-hop.

6. John Perry

Distinguished international artist and pedagogue, pianist John Perry is known for his “illuminating and always engaging performances.” (LA Times) Celebrating his 80th year, this season will see his performances in China, Germany, and United States, culminating in his Carnegie Hall return. For this Toronto appearance, he presents a solo piano program.

7. Handel & Vivaldi

Instrumentalists of Montreal’s Ensemble Caprice join 12 vocal soloists from the Theatre of Early Music to perform Handel’s Funeral Anthem for Queen Caroline and Vivaldi’s Concertos and Psalms. Handel’s piece was first performed at the funeral of the Queen at Westminster Abbey on December 17, 1737. Queen Caroline was the consort of George II of Great Britain and had been friend and patron to Handel for more than 30 years when she died.

1. Performing Arts Events

Performing Arts & Theatre in September

Events this weekend include

CRAWLSPACE @ Videofag

Hooked @ Theatre Passe Muraille

Blind Date @ Tarragon Theatre

Alone Together @ Scarborough Village Theatre

Click, Bait & Switch @ The Second City Theatre

Storm Warning @ Flato Markham Theatre

The 20th of November @ Buddies in Bad Times

Theatresports @ Bad Dog Comedy Theatre

The Play’s the Thing & Happy Place @ Young Centre for the Performing Arts

Mr. Pim Passes By @ The Village Playhouse

CRAWLSPACE @ Videofag

Kinky Boots @ Royal Alexandra Theatre

A Spirit Walk @ Pickering Village Museum

2. Spiegelworld’s EMPIRE

EMPIRE is a 90-minute adventure performed by the greatest international talent ever assembled in one tent! MCs Oscar and Fanny steer the show while an eccentric cast of characters including; the seductive Gorilla Girls (banquine), the amazing foot jugglers, the backwards bending contortionist, the daredevil roller skaters, the world champion wheelmaster and more— all somersault, slapstick and striptease through their acts! Completing the cast is a sultry songstress and fast-fingered guitarist. Details

3. CaribbeanTales International Film Festival

The CaribbeanTales International Film Festival (CTFF) celebrates the talents of established and emerging filmmakers of Caribbean heritage who practice their art across the Caribbean Diaspora worldwide – including Canada and the Caribbean, Europe, the Americas, Africa, China, India and the Middle East. Details

4. Toronto International Film Festival

One of the most prestigious film festivals in the world.

1. Toronto Blue Jays

vs Boston Red Sox

2. Toronto FC

vs. Colorado Rapids

3. Heart Lake Dragonboat Festival

Dragon Boat Racing. Details

4. Runs & Walks

The Terry Fox Run

September 20, 2015 | Across the country

RBC Run for Kids

5k, 7k, 15k on Saturday, September 19, 2015 @ Mel Lastman Square, Toronto

8th annual Tour de Mississauga

15km, 30km, 60km, 100km and 120km on Sunday, September 20, 2015. ~ @ Celebration Square, Mississauga

1. Roncesvalles Polish Festival

Roncesvalles Polish Festival 2015 has continuous live music on multiple stages, polish song and dance groups, local businesses, vendors, buskers, entertainers and much more…. Details

2. Pioneer Harvest Festival

Two Days …Two Unique Festivals. Saturday: Mennonite and Pennsylvania German festival is full of delicious foods such as home made pies, cheese curds, sausages, apple butter, hand made ice cream and lots of great international food. On Sunday, learn about historic and current food production in Ontario while appreciating and savouring local food delights. This culinary experience will leave you with a taste for local that is sure to last long after you leave the festival! Details

3. Toronto Oktoberfest

Dig out your lederhosen and dirndls and join us for Toronto’s only authentic Oktoberfest party! Inspired by traditions started in Munich, Germany over 200 years ago, Toronto Oktoberfest brings a taste of Munich to the City as it captures the essence of authentic food, drink and merriment.

4. Doors Open Markham

Doors Open Markham 2015 embraces the Ontario’s sport heritage theme in featuring the Atos Markham Pan Am/Parapan Am Centre as our flagship site.

5. Thornhill Village Festival

The Festival will features over 100 booths, a variety of food, beer garden, great music, some events for children, battle re-enactments and more! Craft booths feature; lockets & charms, jewellery, oil paintings & water colours, handmade bags, hand knit items, floral wreaths & decor items, bird feeders, silk scarves, purses & accessories, mosaic work of glass tiles & ceramics, stained glass sun catchers & other pieces.

6. Toronto Food & Wine Festival

The Toronto Food & Wine Festival will showcase the expertise and creativity of the best culinary talents in Toronto, Canada. Highlights of the festival include the Grand Tasting Pavilion, cooking classes, tutored tastings, and special events that bring the world of food, wine, and spirits to local palates. The delectable 3-day festival will feature appearances by fan-favourite international celebrity chefs such as Gail Simmons, Curtis Stone, Tyler Florence, Daniel Boulud, Chuck Hughes and more!

7. Toronto Ukrainian Festival

Enjoy non-stop entertainment with Ukrainian performers from the Greater Toronto Area, Canada, the USA and Ukraine, including dancers, vocalists, musicians and a special youth segment. Two stages will feature non-stop entertainment. And if you wish – join the dancing at the evening zabava/street dance on Friday and Saturday. Vendor kiosks will offer delicious, authentic Ukrainian food and beverages, beautiful crafts and collectibles. Cultural pavilions will feature interactive cultural activities and displays of historical and contemporary interest.

7. Acton Fall Fair

Ordanised by the Acton Agricultural Society. “The best small-town fair in Ontario”.

8. Canadian Reptile Breeders Expo

Vendors from all segments pack the CRBE hall with reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, exotics and supplies! No other event in Canada can you find some of the more hard to find Reptiles & Exotics that are on display, and for sale at the Canadian Reptile Breeders’ Expo!

13. MACArts Festival

This free arts festival will be a showcase of the diversity and talents of Mississauga. The event will highlight the arts, culture, ingenuity, creators and institutions that collaborate to create Mississauga’s thriving artistic scene. This free event will expose members of the public to arts in all its forms, from all corners of the city. Mississauga’s emerging, established and multicultural talent will be on display.

14. Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Celebration Event

Join WWF-Canada and Vancouver Aquarium staff on Saturday September 19th for a kickoff celebration of our annual national Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup presented by Loblaw Companies Ltd! Let’s get together at Woodbine Beach and make our shorelines cleaner, healthier and safer for all living things while having some fun! Come out with family and friends and compete for prizes! Details

15. British Car Day

Hosted by Toronto Triumph Club, British Car Day® showcases vintage, classic and current British manufactured vehicles, including motorcycles. The event is the largest, one-day, all-British car event in North America, with visitors from Ontario, the northeast United States, the Maritime provinces, Quebec, and Manitoba, representing membership in 100 British car clubs. Over 60 British-related vendors offer their new and used goods for sale, including car parts, complete cars, t-shirts, hats, tools, books, supplies, and so on. Many vendors offer end-of-season specials, so there are lots of bargains to be had and great food is available from the many food vendors on site.

16. Leslieville Flea

Come and say hello to over 50 vendors selling vintage, salvaged, up-cycled goods, furniture, antiques, collectibles and select artisans. The thrill of the hunt never gets old! Details

17. Toronto Garlic Festival

Come for Ontario garlic, stay for delicious garlic-inspired dishes by local chefs! Pair meals with craft beer or wine and engage in talks, demos, film screenings and contests. Chefs’ dishes, fresh garlic and vendor products are for sale.

18. Art in the Park

Enjoy a Fall day in Riverwood! You’ll experience great art, great food, live music and fantastic shopping! ART IN THE PARK guarantees you a Perfect Fall Day.

19. Harvest Festival

Springridge Farm is the ultimate place in Milton to make fall memories that last a lifetime. With activities for all ages, homemade seasonal baking and Farmer John’s famous pumpkin crop, you’ll want to show the whole world how much fun you’re having down on the farm! Details

20. Toronto Tours & Walks

Explore Toronto through speciality guided tours & Scavenger Hunts!

1. Tasty Tours: Tasty Tours offers a variety of Sweets Tours along Toronto’s eclectic multicultural neighbourhoods.

2. Toronto Ghost Walks: Join for an evening walk on and around the University of Toronto’s St. George campus and hear the stories, myths and legends surrounding those who haunt the halls of some of Toronto’s oldest buildings.

3. Kensington and Chinatown Caper :Uncover history, graffiti and sample street food in this scavenger hunt through this multicultural market – all while answering tricky questions.

4. Church Street Caper : Explore the Church-Wellesley Village, learn a little history, and answer tricky questions on this romp through time and space! (Ages 16+)

5. Haunted Toronto Scavenger Hunt :Tales of intrigue, betrayal, and revenge abound on this scavenger hunt after dark through Toronto’s most haunted places… Keep your wits about you!

6. Murder at the ROM: A murder mystery scavenger hunt! A curator has been murdered and you must follow the clues through the museum collections to solve whodunit.

7. The Mummy’s Curse : A murder mystery scavenger hunt! Did the mummy’s curse strike the museum? Solve the clues to uncover the truth.

21. Other Festivals near GTA

Festivals for a Day Trip:

21st Annual Headwaters House Tour on Sept 19, 2015 –

Wasaga Beach Blues Festival on Sept 19 & 20, 2015 @ Wasaga Beach

179th annual Fergus Fall Fair on Sept 18 – 20, 2015 @ 550 Belsyde Avenue East, Fergus

8th Annual Brantford International Jazz Festival on Sept 18 – 20, 2015 @ Harmony Square, Downtown Brantford

Doors Open Waterloo – Sept 19, 2015 @ Across Waterloo Region

St. George Apple Fest – Sept 19 & 20, 2015 @ St George

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