Festivals in Toronto and GTA in September 2026

Festivals in Toronto this September: Highlights include the Toronto International Film Festival, Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival,  and more!

 

21 Aug

Exhibition Place, Toronto, ON

August 21, 2026 To September 7, 2026

416-263-3330

$25.11 & up

Taking place over the 18 days leading up to and including Labour Day, the CNE offers a wide variety of entertainment and events including Bandshell concerts, celebrity chef ...  »

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30 Aug

Various venues across Toronto

August 30, 2026 To September 6, 2026

Free & Ticketed

North America’s largest festival of global Jewish music, arts and culture has taken place biennially at Harbourfront Centre since 1995. This year’s celebration once again spotlights ...  »

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04 Sep

Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington

September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026

$2 - $4

Canada’s Largest Ribfest is making a triumphant return to Spencer Smith Park this Labour Day weekend! As always, Ribfest will be four days of free family-fun, ...  »

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04 Sep

Orangeville Fairgrounds, 247090 5th Sideroad, Mono

September 4, 2026 To September 6, 2026

$2 to $15

The Orangeville Fall Fair offers a weekend of fantastic fall fun! The fair has Cope Midway attractions, a large variety of dairy and agriculture shows, a truck ...  »

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04 Sep

Woodbine Park, 1695 Queen Street East, Toronto

September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026

4169649095

$10

Join in the fun at Bark in the Park TO, a four-day event dedicated to dogs and dog lovers! This unique festival is packed with fun activities, ...  »

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04 Sep

Nathan Philips Square, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto

September 4, 2026 To September 6, 2026

Free

Toronto, get ready for an unforgettable spectacle! The seventh annual Toronto Dragon Festival (TDF) returns to Nathan Phillips Square from Friday, September 4 to Sunday, September 6, transforming downtown ...  »

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04 Sep

International Centre,  Hall 5, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga

September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026

$45

Embark on an exhilarating journey of cultural extravaganza at the Navrang Navratri Festival Canada 2026. Join us at this vibrant garba event organized by Diversity Cultural Association, where ...  »

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04 Sep

Woodbine Park, 1590 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto

September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026

Admission by donation

Epilepsy Toronto is proud to announce that the annual Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy will,take place in Woodbine Park in the Beach, and the festival will ...  »

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05 Sep

Fort York, 250 Fort York Boulevard, Toronto

September 5, 2026 To September 6, 2026

$75+fees & up

Dive into the electric energy of Toronto this summer at Electric Island's 14th edition, turning the city's parks into the epicenter of electronic music. Spanning eight days ...  »

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05 Sep

Marilyn Bell Park,  1095 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto

September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026

Free & Ticketed Areas

  Celebrate North America’s longest running air show. The Canadian International Air Show will hold its 77th edition in 2026. The 2026 lineup brings together seasoned favourites and ...  »

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05 Sep

Rednersville Road County Road #3, Prince Edward County

September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026

Free

Artists open their homes & studios along Rednersville Road (County Road 3) along the south shore of The Bay Of Quinte. Paintings, sculpture, jewelry, fabric art, mosaics and ...  »

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05 Sep

15835 Old Simcoe Rd, Port Perry

September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026

$10 to $15

The Port Perry Fair educates the public on agricultural and farm life by providing and encouraging participation in demonstrations and events. Farm animal shows and contests include 4...  »

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05 Sep

Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga

September 5, 2026 To September 6, 2026

Free

Established in 2018, the Egyptian Coptic Festival is the 1st and largest event for Canadians from Egyptian Coptic origin in North America. You will have the opportunity to ...  »

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08 Sep

Dundas West Studio, 837 Dundas Street West, Toronto 

September 8, 2026 To September 13, 2026

Varies

The CaribbeanTales International Film Festival and the Trinidad & Tobago-based Caribbean Film Festival have joined forces for a landmark collaboration, presenting a special joint edition in Toronto ...  »

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10 Sep

King Street W., Toronto

September 10, 2026 To September 13, 2026

FREE

The Toronto International Film Festival, presented by Rogers, will relaunch Festival Street on King Street West for four days of free public programming celebrating the films, artists, ...  »

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10 Sep

Newmarket Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St, Newmarket

September 10, 2026 To September 13, 2026

$20 & up

Welcome to the 2026 Newmarket International Festival of One Act Plays. The NIFOAP  will feature both evening and matinee shows and be fully aphasia accessible.We thank the ...  »

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10 Sep

Various Venues, Toronto

September 10, 2026 To September 13, 2026

$10 - $25

FILMS, PANELS, BATTLES, WORKSHOPS This four-day street dance festival includes plenty of dancing, live DJs, a panel discussion, short film screenings, workshops and street dance battles, including ...  »

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10 Sep

Various Venues, Toronto

September 10, 2026 To September 20, 2026

Varies

The Toronto International Film Festival returns for its 51st edition. Celebrate with the best of Canadian and global cinema, special events and talks with stars, plus TIFF: ...  »

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11 Sep

Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga

September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026

Free

Philippine Festival showcases local talent that includes a slice of the neighbouring communities with participation from children, youth, adults, seniors, business, professionals, and newcomers. Filipino food, pastries ...  »

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11 Sep

Various Venues, Brampton

September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026

Free

Bring the whole family to this Free Outdoor Event: World Of Jazz Festival in Garden Square Brampton / Downtown Brampton.  »

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11 Sep

Port Credit Memorial Park, 20 Lakeshore Rd East, Mississauga

September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026

Free & Ticketed Areas

The three-day outdoor festival features three stages at Port Credit Memorial Park, presenting over 40 Canadian and International acts, along with performances from over 20 musical acts during its ...  »

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11 Sep

Woodside Square South Parking Lot, 1571 Sandhurst Cir, Scarborough

September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026

Free

The three day weekend Asialicious Carnival, started in 2019, has become an annual attraction celebrating multiculturalism in a fun-filled and entertaining fashion at Woodside Square in Scarborough North. ...  »

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11 Sep

1 Park Ave, Georgetown

September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026

$10.00 to $15.00

The Georgetown Fall Fair celebrates its 179 year with concerts,  Truck Pull, Agricultural Education Tent, Family Friendly Midway, Petting Zoo, Free Children’s Games and Activities, Entertainment, Homecraft ...  »

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11 Sep

 Elgin Park, 180 Main St S Uxbridge

September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026

$10 & up

Celebrate at Uxbridge Fall Fair. Highlights: Cruise-In Car Show Midway Tractor Pull Demolition Derby Homecraft Contests Junior Contests Heavy Horse Pull Food Vendors Heavy Horse Show Sheep ...  »

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11 Sep

Erindale Park, 1695 Dundas St W, Mississauga

September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026

Weekend: $249 & up

Update: “We are sorry to share that the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival in Mississauga will not be happening as planned. After careful consideration, the GOCF team has ...  »

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11 Sep

Bloor Street West between Montgomery Rd and Prince Edward Dr, Toronto

September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026

Free

Taste of The Kingsway returns September 11 – 13, 2026, bringing three unforgettable days of food, entertainment, shopping, and family fun to South Etobicoke. Presented by Mantella Corporation, the neighbourhood’s ...  »

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12 Sep

Aaniin Community Centre & Library, 5665 14th Avenue, Markham

September 12, 2026

Free

Beat your end-of-summer boredom with the party kids have been waiting for all summer. Join the City of Markham at its exciting annual children’s festival, now ...  »

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12 Sep

Nathan Phillips Square,  100 Queen St W, Toronto

September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026

Free

Mexican Day Toronto, the largest Mexican fiesta in Canada, returns to Nathan Phillips Square  and we’re bringing the full spirit of Mexico with us! Immerse yourself ...  »

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12 Sep

Marilyn Bell Park, 1095 Lake Shore Boulevard West, Toronto

September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026

416.962.8899

Free

GWN Dragon Boat is proud to present the 31st Annual Tim Hortons GWN Dragon Boat Challenge, taking place on September 12 & 13, 2026 at Toronto’s scenic Marilyn Bell ...  »

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12 Sep

Sankofa Square, 1 Dundas St E, Toronto

September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026

Free

Your journey to Korea starts here! K-Travel Fest: Hello Korea comes to Toronto’s Sankofa Square on September 12–13, 2026! Presented by the Korea Tourism Organization, this two-day festival ...  »

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12 Sep

Coptic Orthodox Church of Archangel Michael & St. Tekla, 12091 Hurontario St, Brampton

September 12, 2026

Free

Enjoy a vibrant journey through Egypt featuring authentic food, traditional music, live shows, train rides, reptile displays, hair braiding, henna art, delicious desserts, shopping, souvenirs, bouncy castles, ...  »

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12 Sep

Cabbagetown, Toronto

September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026

Free

The free-to-attend family-friendly neighbourhood street festival will entertain and delight visitors with DJs, live music, street performers, artisan stalls and shops, food trucks, pop-up patios and restaurants, ...  »

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13 Sep

Small Arms Inspection Building, 1352 Lakeshore Rd E, Mississauga

September 13, 2026

Free

It’s officially garlic season! On Sunday, September 13, the Lakeview Garlic Lovers’ Festival returns to the Lakeview Farmers’ Market at the Small Arms Inspection Building. Discover and ...  »

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15 Sep

Allan Gardens, 160 Gerrard St E, Toronto

September 15, 2026 To September 20, 2026

$10 & up

The tenth edition features an all-star lineup of diverse, genre-defying acclaimed local and international artists. Featured festival artists and performers include: Esssena, Donna Come Home, Honeydrip, Juliana ...  »

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17 Sep

Peel Agrihub, 12942 Heart Lake Rd, Caledon

September 17, 2026 To September 20, 2026

Free to $13.50

Fun, games, competitions, amusement rides, food, horses, cows, sheep and chickens, shows, all sorts of vendors: the Brampton Fall Fair has something for everyone!  Friday: Enjoy Taylor’...  »

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18 Sep

Across Ontario

September 18, 2026 To October 4, 2026

Free

Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. At the end of each September, millions of people attend thousands of participatory arts and culture events ...  »

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18 Sep

Central Town Square at CF Shops at Don Mills, Aggie Hogg Blvd. and Karl Fraser Road, Toronto

September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026

Free

ArtWalk in the Square is a juried show featuring ONLY fine art. With over 70 established and emerging artists exhibiting painting, photography, mixed media, printmaking, drawing, glass and ...  »

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18 Sep

30 Park Ave, Acton

September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026

$10 to $15

Acton Fall Fair is an annual community event featuring 4H competitions, truck and tractor pulls, horse shows, heavy horse pulls, games and midway rides, local vendors, homecrafts ...  »

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18 Sep

Cloverdale Mall, 250 The East Mall, Etobicoke

September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026

Free

Get ready to savour it all this year, RELISH The Foodie Event returns to Cloverdale Mall this September with more flavour, fun, and local flair than ever ...  »

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18 Sep

Downsview Park, 70 Canuck Ave, North York

September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026

$42.99 +fees

Water Lantern Festival allows you to Light The Water in a way you’ll never forget. Now you can experience the magic of over 1000 lanterns as the ...  »

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18 Sep

Bloor West Village, Toronto, ON

September 18, 2026 To September 20, 2026

Free

Discover Ukrainian culture in Canada and share the Ukrainian spirit at North America’s largest Ukrainian Street Festival. This is your opportunity to experience Ukrainian culture and ...  »

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19 Sep

Centre Island, Toronto

September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026

$15 to $20+fees

St Patrick's Parade Society Toronto are proud to present Toronto's first celtic dance and music festival.Dont miss our Halfway till St. Patrick’s Day celebration! There ...  »

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19 Sep

Trinity Bellwoods Park, Queen Street West, Toronto

September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026

Free

The Queen West Art Crawl is an annual 2-day live, and 5-day on-line, celebration of Queen Street West and the artists, businesses, community groups and residents that ...  »

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19 Sep

Uxbridge Museum, 7239 Concession 6, Uxbridge

September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026

(905) 852-5854

FREE

Over 30 artists, live music all day and amazing food – all in one place. Check out the amazing lineup of over 30 artists at this year’s Uxbridge Art ...  »

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19 Sep

Dundas Street from Hurontario St. to Camilla Rd., Mississauga

September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026

Free

A free-to-attend street festival featuring Cooksville’s best restaurants, live music, family-friendly games & activities, and more!  »

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19 Sep

Kortright Centre for Conservation, 9550 Pine Valley Drive, Woodbridge

September 19, 2026

$8.55-$16.00

Explore the world of bees in the interactive Bee Space, meet a beekeeper to learn about the fascinating art of honey production, and enjoy a taste of ...  »

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19 Sep

Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto

September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026

Free

The Roncesvalles Village BIA welcome’s back their annual festival in September! Roncesvalles Polish Festival is North America’s largest celebration of Polish culture. Enjoy great local ...  »

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19 Sep

Uxbridge Museum Historical Centre, 7239 Concession 6, Uxbridge

September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026

(905) 852-5854

FREE

  Over 30 artists, live music all day and amazing food – all in one place. Check out the amazing lineup of over 30 artists at this year’s Uxbridge Art ...  »

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19 Sep

Gage Park, 45 Main St S, Brampton

September 19, 2026

4164575079

Free

Del corazón de Brampton… al alma de Latinoamérica. This year, Brampton Latin Festival™ is taking over Gage Park – a space that’s witnessed history, and ...  »

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19 Sep

Visual Arts Mississauga, 4170 Riverwood Park Lane, Mississauga

September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026

Free

This two-day outdoor festival features 70+ unique artists, live music, hands-on art activities, and mouth-watering treatsfrom local food vendors. Wander through artist booths, discover one-of-a-kind pieces, and enjoy ...  »

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19 Sep

Stackt Market, 28 Bathurst St, Toronto

September 19, 2026

Free

Celebrate the end of summer with PlayDate, the grand finale of Stackt Market’s BACKYARD festival series! This family-friendly event is designed to bring kids, parents, and ...  »

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19 Sep

Pape Avenue, Toronto

September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026

Free

The Pape Village Block Party presented by the Pape Village BIA, is a FREE two-day Festival on Pape Avenue between Mortimer and Gamble Aves that celebrates and ...  »

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19 Sep

Sankofa Square, 1 Dundas St E, Toronto

September 19, 2026

FREE

  Crank it to eleven, Toronto!!! Smoke’s Poutinerie is bringing Smoke-A-Palooza BACK to Sankofa Square for 12 hours of FREE Poutine, totally epic eating competitions, live rock n’ ...  »

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20 Sep

Marie Curtis Park, 2 Forty-Second Street, Etobicoke

September 20, 2026

Free

Come join us for a FREE fun, family-friendly day celebrating trees, nature, and community spirit! Learn to identify common tree species on our Guided Tree Walks, how ...  »

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21 Sep

Various Venues, Toronto

September 21, 2026 To October 24, 2026

$19-$90

Join us for the International Peace Festival, where we will honour the UN’s International Day of Peace with eight days of art, culture, and community.  The ...  »

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24 Sep

Various venues, Toronto

September 24, 2026 To October 3, 2026

Varies

Get ready for 10 days of nonstop comedy featuring some of the best in the game. From comedy legends to viral sensations, local favourites to international stars, September’...  »

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24 Sep

Various Venues, Toronto

September 24, 2026 To October 4, 2026

$15 to $60

The 2026 RUTAS International Festival of Performance, in partnership with Factory Theatre and Theatre Passe Muraille, will bring an array of national and international programming from September 24 to ...  »

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24 Sep

Various venues, Toronto

September 24, 2026 To September 26, 2026

$71.37 & up

Second Summer is a brand-new music festival in Toronto’s West End — built by music people, for music people. In a time when algorithms decide what we ...  »

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25 Sep

Albion-Bolton Fairgrounds, 150 Queen Street South, Bolton

September 25, 2026 To September 27, 2026

$5 to $25

The Bolton Fall Fair is back and better than ever! With a jam packed schedule all weekend there is something for everyone to enjoy!   »

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25 Sep

Milton Fairgrounds, 136 Robert St., Milton

September 25, 2026 To September 27, 2026

9058785689

2026 Fair Theme: Urban Agriculture. For over 170 years, the Milton Fall Fair has celebrated our community’s rich agricultural heritage while bringing together families, friends, local businesses, and ...  »

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25 Sep

Garrison Common (Fort York), 100 Garrison Rd, Toronto

September 25, 2026 To September 26, 2026

$40 & up

Dig out your lederhosen and dirndls…Toronto Oktoberfest is back! What to expect Young and old, modern and traditional – it all blends harmoniously in a relaxed and ...  »

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25 Sep

York Cinemas, 115 York Boulevard, Richmond Hill

September 25, 2026 To September 26, 2026

$20 - $100

The Toronto Tamil International Film Festival welcomes filmmakers, actors and audiences to Toronto for the that includes screening, special events, workshops and panel discussions. Our festival supports ...  »

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26 Sep

David Pecaut Square, 215 King Street West, Toronto

September 26, 2026 To September 27, 2026

Free

For over 35 years, The Word On The Street has showcased the best in Canadian and Indigenous storytelling with hundreds of authors, publishers, and booksellers. Explore the lively ...  »

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26 Sep

Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery, 1074 Cranberry Road, Bala

September 26, 2026 To October 25, 2026

705-762-3203

$5 to $67

Visit Cranberry Marsh and take part in an experience that is unique in Northern America!! See how 27 acres of marsh that produce around 300,000-400,000 lbs of cranberries ...  »

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27 Sep

Allan Gardens, 160 Gerrard Street East, Toronto

September 27, 2026

4168887829

Free

Ontario’s garlic harvest is in — and eighty farmers, chefs, and makers are turning it into something worth experiencing. Join thousands of visitors for one day at ...  »

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29 Sep

Novotel, 45 The Esplanade, Toronto 

September 29, 2026 To September 30, 2026

$19.00 - $192.38

WebSeries Canada presents the 13th anniversary of T.O. Webfest. The festival supports, connects, promotes, and celebrates independent content creators from Canada and around the world. The ...  »

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30 Sep

TIFF Bell Lightbox, 350 King Street West, Toronto

September 30, 2026 To October 4, 2026

Toronto Palestine Film Festival (TPFF) brings Palestinian cinema, music, and art to GTA audiences  »

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30 Sep

Spadina Theatre, 24 Spadina Road, Toronto

September 30, 2026 To October 3, 2026

Varies

The annual aluCine Latin Film + Media Arts Festival, showcases the best in independent Latin American cinema from around the world. The exciting works traverse moods across the ...  »

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