Toronto
Upcoming Festivals in Toronto
Various Venues, Toronto
April 27, 2018 To May 31, 2018
Free!
The Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival is the largest photography event in the world, and a premiere cultural experience in Canada, with over 200 exhibitions and happenings throughout the ... »
Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor Street West, Toronto
May 23, 2018 To May 27, 2018
$21 & up
This year’s 21C Music Festival will once again run over five days and consist of eight concerts, featuring 5 world, 17 Canadian, 11 Ontario, and 4 Toronto premieres. At this ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
May 23, 2018 To June 3, 2018
Free & Ticketed Events
SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival is Canada’s premier a cappella festival (singing without instruments) held every year in May. Sixteen festival concerts will span an ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
May 24, 2018 To May 26, 2018
$10 - $30
TIN PAN NORTH, now in its 19th year, is based on the very famous Nashville Songwriter’s Festival called TIN PAN SOUTH, which features some of the ... »
Yonge–Dundas Square, 1 Dundas St E, Toronto
May 24, 2018 To May 27, 2018
FREE
Toronto's first Poutine Fest! Join us at Yonge-Dundas Square to try some of Canada's best food trucks and over 50 varieties of gourmet poutine. »
TIFF Bell Lightbox, King Street West, Toronto
May 24, 2018 To June 3, 2018
$8 & up
The Inside Out 2018 Toronto LGBT Film Festival will bring the world’s best LGBTQ cinema to Toronto on May 24 – June 3 at the TIFF Bell Lightbox. Taking place ... »
Schomberg Fair Grounds, 319 Main Street, Schomberg
May 24, 2018 To May 27, 2018
Free to $12
168th Fair Theme “Country Roots and Cowboy Boots” Don’t miss the 168th annual Schomberg Fair! From livestock demonstrations to the midway to the demolition derby, the ... »
Various Venues, Mississauga
May 25, 2018 To May 27, 2018
0.00
The 33rd anniversary of Carassauga; Festival of Cultures will be one of the biggest attractions this summer as we stand as one of the largest multicultural showcases ... »
CN Tower, Front Street West, Toronto
May 25, 2018 To May 26, 2018
$10 & up
Each spring in Toronto since 2014, the IWCC presents the next annual digital content festival, T.O. WEBFEST, to support, connect, promote and celebrate independent content creators from ... »
Toronto
May 26, 2018 To May 27, 2018
416-392-2489
Free
Doors Open Toronto 2018 theme to celebrate Toronto's thriving film industry The annual event showcases some of the most architecturally, historically, culturally and socially significant buildings across the ... »
Echo Beach, 909 Lake Shore Boulevard West, Toronto
May 26, 2018
$39.50 +fees.
The largest, all-Canadian music festival will include headliner July Talk along with A Tribe Called Red, Charlotte Day Wilson, The Rural Alberta Advantage and Northern Touch All-Stars. ... »
Iroquois Park Grounds, 500 Victoria Street West, Whitby
May 26, 2018 To May 27, 2018
Free
With its continued success, Food Truck Frenzy Whitby has become the Finest Foodie Festival in Durham Region. For 2018 we have over 30 of the best street food vendors ... »
Aki Studio, 585 Dundas Street East, Toronto
May 26, 2018
$20 to $30
A celebration of dance through cinematic and performance mediums, Lights Dance Festival wants to bring dance to larger audiences, and to showcase a diverse array of dance ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 245 Queens Quay West, Toronto
May 26, 2018 To May 27, 2018
$25
Beanstock Coffee Festival is a not-for-profit initiative to showcase the best coffees that Canada has to offer. Held in an abandoned warehouse, the two-day event will showcase ... »
Woodbine Mall, 500 Rexdale Blvd, Toronto
May 26, 2018
$8 to $27
Children’s festival with live entertainment including pony rides, petting zoo, bouncy castles and slides, face painting, kids dance, kids stage and kids village, kids dance and ... »
Varios Venues, Toronto
May 29, 2018 To June 4, 2018
0 - $12
ReelAbilities Film Festival: Toronto (RAFFTO), Canada’s largest film festival dedicated to showcasing Deaf and disability cultures returns for its third year with 25 films. Screening in various ... »
Monarch Tavern, & The Commons Theatre and Studios, Toronto
May 30, 2018 To June 3, 2018
$15 & up
The Toronto Festival of Clowns aims to bring together clowns and physical theatre artists of all disciplines and backgrounds and provide a common space to showcase their ... »
Lula Lounge, 1585 Dundas Street West, Toronto
May 31, 2018 To June 10, 2018
$15 & up
Each year the LULAWORLD festival showcases new work and collaborations by local and international Latin, Brazilian, jazz, folk and global artists. In addition to three CD releases, ... »
Memorial Park, 335 Church Street, Mississauga
June 1, 2018 To June 3, 2018
647-233-8701
$3.00 - $5.00
The Streetsville Founders’ Bread and Honey Festival is fun for the whole family! Since 1973 our festival has been held annually on the first weekend in June in ... »
99 Sudbury St, Toronto
June 1, 2018 To June 3, 2018
$7.75
There’s no denying Toronto’s love affair with brunch. It’s like breakfast without the alarm clock. It’s like lunch without having to go back ... »
Dundas Street West, Toronto
June 1, 2018 To June 2, 2018
Free
Join us as The Dundas West Fest celebrates the vibrant community by highlighting much of what it is has to offer. The annual Dundas West Festival invites ... »
Sony Centre, 1 Front St. E., Toronto
June 1, 2018 To June 2, 2018
$21 - $26
Breakin’ Convention, the world’s biggest festival of hip hop dance theatre, returns June 1-2 to the Sony Centre for the Performing Arts! Breakin’ Convention is an ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
June 1, 2018 To June 3, 2018
416-979-4569
Free-$25.00
The 50+ festival celebrates the continuing contribution of the older adult to culture, to society, and to life itself, and this year marks a decade of the festival. ... »
Garrison Common,100 Garrison Rd, Toronto
June 2, 2018 To June 3, 2018
$80.00 & up
2018: Metric · Yeah Yeah Yeahs · Bahamas · Alvvays · Allan Rayman · Japandroids · Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue · Noname · Deer Tick · Jacob Banks · The Barr Brothers · Middle Kids · Charlotte Cardin · Cuco · Allie ... »
Cosmo Music, 10 Via Renzo Drive, Richmond Hill
June 2, 2018
Free
Main stage acts are returning favourite, BIG WRECK, Canadian icons APRIL WINE and KIM MITCHELL, as well as BIF NAKED, and guitar virtuoso, RICHIE KOTZEN. »
Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St, Toronto
June 2, 2018
$30 to $35
The Society of Beer Drinking Ladies presents Canada’s BIGGEST All Ladies Beer Festival! This will be our one and only festival this summer! -We’ve lined ... »
Mod Club Theatre, 722 College Street, Toronto
June 2, 2018 To June 3, 2018
416-904-6889
$20 to $25.00
The Toronto Funk and Soul Festival is a celebration of Toronto’s thriving funk, soul, and neo-soul artists. Festival goers will also be treated to performances by ... »
300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
June 2, 2018
Free
The Mississauga Ukrainian Festival at Celebration Square will bring a sample of the culture, cuisine and crafts of Canadians who are of Ukrainian heritage. The Festival will ... »
Riverside Neighborhood,Toronto
June 2, 2018
Free
Taste the Eats and feel the Beats in Toronto’s Riverside neighbourhood! Riverside’s Annual Streetfest spans 10 vibrant blocks along historic Queen Street East between the Don ... »
Various Venues, Unionville, Markham
June 2, 2018 To June 3, 2018
Free
The Unionville Festival is a celebration of the rich heritage, culture and community of this historic village. We’ll have the traditional Saturday morning Parade, the Fun ... »
Yonge-Dundas Square, 1 Dundas St E, Toronto
June 2, 2018
Free
desiFEST (presented by TD and powered by TELUS) is set to celebrate its 12th year of great music and talent. desiFEST is a free event and we ... »
Bad Dog Comedy Theatre, Bloor Street West, Toronto
June 4, 2018 To June 9, 2018
$5 & up
A week-long comedy party bringing together some of the most exciting, talented, boundary-pushing improvisers from across North America (and beyond!) to showcase what they do best, teach ... »
Venues across the city, Toronto
June 6, 2018 To June 24, 2018
4163683100
Varies
Featuring Canadian and international works that explore, celebrate and respond to Toronto’s diverse and multicultural make-up, the 11th annual festival opens with Tributaries, a free, large-scale ... »
Alumnae Theatre Company, Berkeley Street, Toronto
June 7, 2018 To June 16, 2018
$15 & up
The inspiraTO Theatre Festival, Canada’s largest ten-minute play festival, is getting ready to take on Toronto. This season there are five different shows with a total ... »
Lithuanian Hall, 1573 Bloor Street West, Toronto
June 7, 2018 To June 10, 2018
$15 & up
A four day celebration of Argentine Tango, with workshops for all levels, practicas, milongas, performances and more. Explore and enrich your passion for this captivating dance at ... »
Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, 6 Garamond Court, North York
June 7, 2018 To June 27, 2018
$10 to $12
The Toronto Japanese Film festival is dedicated to showcasing the finest Japanese films that have been recognized for excellence by Japanese audiences and critics, international film festival ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
June 8, 2018 To June 17, 2018
Free & Ticketed Events
NXNE is a ten day music and arts festival. Primarily a music focussed festival, NXNE also includes films, Interactive and Gaming Conference and talks. Now in its 24... »
Milton Fairgrounds , 136 Robert Street, Milton
June 8, 2018 To June 10, 2018
$7 & up
Bring the family out for a great time. There will be over 50 types of mac and cheese to choose from. There will be live entertainment, carnival rides ... »
Various Venues, Ontario
June 8, 2018 To June 17, 2018
Free & Ticketed Events
Ontario Craft Beer Week is a province-wide festival that celebrates the independent, locally-based craft beer industry in Ontario and exposes consumers to the premium quality and culture ... »
West Island Ontario Place, 955 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
June 8, 2018 To June 10, 2018
$9.00
A TAVOLA is a food celebration of everything Italian culture has to offer - delicious cocktails, wines, and food flavours from our most talented Italian restaurants and ... »
The Royal, College Street, Toronto
June 8, 2018 To June 9, 2018
Toronto True Crime Film Festival is a 2-day film festival dedicated to true crime on the big screen, including both documentary films and fictionalized films based on ... »
Downsview Park, 35 Carl Hall Road, Toronto
June 9, 2018 To June 10, 2018
416-249-4000
$8
Toronto’s second annual Foodalicious Food Festival takes over Downsview Park! Enjoy great food, live music and attractions from some of Toronto’s top local vendors and ... »
Seaton Village, Toronto, ON
June 9, 2018
Free
Open Tuning is a free DIY festival celebrating live music! Inspired by “La fete de la musique” in Paris France, the annual Open Tuning invites amateur and ... »
The Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens, 155 Arena St, Oshawa
June 9, 2018 To June 10, 2018
Free
The City of Oshawa is hosting the annual Peony Festival at the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens. The popular festival celebrates horticulture, arts and heritage. Many of the ... »
Roncesvalles Village, 412 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto
June 9, 2018
Free
Community Art & Music Festival. Sidewalk sale, kids’ activities, family entertainment, art party, BBQ zone, and 10 hours of live music. Who is it for? all-ages FREE WHEN &... »
Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
June 9, 2018
Free
Mississauga’s annual Polish cultural festival features live music, traditional food and drinks, a kids’ zone and much more! Expect a full day of exciting attractions for ... »
Brampton Fairgrounds, 12942 Heart Lake Rd, Caledon
June 9, 2018 To June 10, 2018
Free
Join us for the fun-filled Brampton Kite Fest! Free admission, kites to decorate, entertainment! KiteFest is an eco-friendly, family-friendly event that celebrates multiculturalism – especially South and East ... »
Dufferin Mall, 900 Dufferin St, Toronto
June 10, 2018
$5 to $15
Toronto Life’s 2018 Doughnut Festival Presented by Dufferin Mall You’re invited to Toronto Life’s second Doughnut Festival in partnership with Dufferin Mall, celebrating some of ... »
350 King St W Toronto
June 14, 2018 To June 22, 2018
416-551-4615
$13 + HST
Come and join us for the seventh edition of the Italian Contemporary Film Festival, which takes place on June 14 to 22, 2018! The festival comprises over 90 film screenings of ... »
Ontario Place, Lake Shore Boulevard West, Toronto
June 15, 2018 To June 17, 2018
$9.95 to $14.95
Tacos, guacamole, churros, tequila, hot sauce and everything Mexican! An electric atmosphere showcasing Toronto’s best and most celebrated chefs with an authentic Mexican twist. Guests will ... »
College St., between Bathurst and Shaw, Toronto
June 15, 2018 To June 17, 2018
519-902-7456
0
The Mastro and San Daniele Taste of Little Italy is a summer tradition for many Toronto residences and beyond. The festival is a community celebration showcasing local ... »
Memorial Park, 20 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga
June 15, 2018 To June 17, 2018
905 891-0002
Free
50+ Things to Do with Kids this Summer in Mississauga The Mississsauga Waterfront Festival is three incredible days of thrilling and exciting fun for the whole family. Parents ... »
Caledon Civic Campus, 6311 Old Church Rd., Caledon
June 15, 2018
9055842272
$20 to $25
Coming off the extremely successful year one event, the Town of Caledon will once again host the ‘Cheers Caledon! Craft Beer and Cider Festival’. Caledon’s rolling ... »
The Royal Cinema, 608 College St, Toronto
June 15, 2018 To June 16, 2018
$12-$20
***Join us at The Royal Cinema – Toronto for the 7th annual Breakthroughs Film Festival*** Breakthroughs is the only festival in Canada devoted exclusively to short films ... »
Little Italy, Toronto
June 15, 2018 To June 17, 2018
Free
Greenpark brings you The 52nd CHIN International Picnic! Celebrating another year as Torontonians line up the streets to embrace multiculturalism & diversity in Canada. For the fourth ... »
141 Main St N, Markham
June 15, 2018 To June 17, 2018
Free
Come out to Markham Main St. to listen to music, dance, shop, dine and eat all kinds of food! Largest free, family-oriented music festival in York Region. ... »
7256 Bell School Line, Milton
June 16, 2018 To June 17, 2018
(905) 878-4908
Free
Springridge Farm’s wildly successful Food Truck Festival merges agricultural entertainment with a unique culinary experience. “This event is surefire fun for fathers, families and foodies,” says ... »
Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
June 16, 2018 To June 17, 2018
416-662-7861
Free
Mississauga Halal Food Fest brings together a variety of Halal food from a wide range of suppliers offering information about and awareness of the benefits of Halal ... »
Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto
June 16, 2018
4165000007
0
Family Fun Day with Chinese Culture Fun, Food, Cultures, Arts, Entertainment, Music, Dance, Sports, … – Free Entrance and not Ticket – Free Stage Shows and Performances – Talent Show Competition – ... »
Highland Creek Village, Scarborough
June 16, 2018
Free
The Highland Creek Heritage Festival celebrates one of the earliest settlements in the Scarborough community with a fun filled day of music, food and entertainment for the ... »
Centre Island, Toronto
June 16, 2018 To June 17, 2018
Free for Spectators
On average, over 5,000 athletes participating in the heritage dragon boat race with over 80 local artists, artisans and heritage performers, 200+ volunteers participating in this 2-day festival. The Festival ... »
1200 Bay Street, Toronto
June 17, 2018
Free
On Father’s Day 2018, Bloor-Yorkville, Toronto’s destination for high-end boutiques, restaurants and hotels will play host to the 6th annual Yorkville Exotic Car Show. Walk along ... »
Castlepoint Numa, Toronto
June 20, 2018 To August 22, 2018
$15
Toronto’s Open Roof Festival (ORF), celebrating indie film and music, returns for its eighth season, with screenings every Wednesday for 10 weeks. The Festival offers urbanites an ... »
Fort York, 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto
June 21, 2018 To June 24, 2018
Free & Ticketed days
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 ... »
Sugar Beach, 11 Dockside Dr, Toronto
June 22, 2018 To June 23, 2018
$18 & up
From wine samples, craft beer, and pairing seminars in our Wine & Spirit School, to some of the world’s finest spirits, live music and a waterfront ... »
Ontario Place, 995 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
June 22, 2018 To June 24, 2018
$25.00 - $55.00
Join us to celebrate independent craft brewers at the annual Toronto Craft Beer Festival. The festival will feature a wide variety of finely made craft beers and ... »
Kennedy Rd., Markham
June 22, 2018 To June 24, 2018
Free
Each summer, Markham sees the coming together of dazzling cultural performances, culinary artists, iconic celebrities, dignitaries, sports fans, artisans and food connoisseurs. This year’s event will ... »
Yorkville, Toronto
June 22, 2018 To July 1, 2018
Free and ticketed events
One of the premiere jazz festivals in North America, the TD Toronto Jazz Festival celebrates its 32nd edition when it runs from June 22 – July 1, 2018. With more than 1,500 ... »
Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
June 22, 2018 To June 23, 2018
Free
The TD IRIE Music Festival is celebrating its 16th anniversary as one of the GTA’s most highly anticipated summer events. Taking place at Mississauga Celebration Square, ... »
Church and Wellesley Village, Toronto
June 22, 2018 To June 24, 2018
Free
Over 1 million people attend each year to take part in one of the world’s largest LGBTQ festivals, and 2018 will be no exception. Festival favourites – the Dyke ... »
Toronto Waterfront
June 22, 2018 To June 24, 2018
Free
It’s going to be INCREDIBALL! The Redpath Waterfront Festival, presented by Billy Bishop Airport, is back on the Toronto waterfront June 22-24 with carefree fun, endless ... »
Fort York, 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto
June 23, 2018
416-651-6750
Free
Na-Me-Res (Native Men’s Residence) Traditional Pow Wow-A Community Festival to Celebrate Canada’s National Aboriginal Day. The event features traditional dancing, drumming, feast, giveaway, kids’ area, ... »
RBC Echo Beach, 909 Lakeshore Blvd. W., Ontario Place, Toronto
June 23, 2018 To June 24, 2018
$129 & up
Bud Light Dreams Music Festival is a 19+ boutique festival experience for a discerning electronic music fan, taking place at East Island – Ontario Place in downtown Toronto, on ... »
Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto
June 23, 2018 To June 24, 2018
4165000007
Free
The Most Largest Multicultural Festival of Canada – Hundreds of Performances – Over 50 languages and communities 2 Days of Family Festival with amazing activities for all (children to seniors). Special ... »
Eglinton Ave W, Toronto
June 23, 2018 To June 24, 2018
Free
FREE Admission, Midway Rides & Bouncies! Flavours of Fairbank is back as we close down Eglinton from Dufferin to Ronald Streets! We’ll have FREE rides, kids’ ... »
Woodbridge Fairground, 100 Porter Avenue, Vaughan
June 23, 2018 To June 24, 2018
6479248992
0-$20
At Flavours of Our world we decided to put together a buffet like no other in the world. We have food from around the world cooked and ... »
Port Union Village Common Park, Toronto
June 23, 2018
Free
Port Union Summer Festival. Events include free Carnival Rides,Mini-motorcycles, 5KM Walk/Run, 10KM run, Firefighter’s Bouncer and games, Entertainment with local bands and more! Other ... »
Christie Pits Park, Bloor Street West, Toronto
June 24, 2018 To August 19, 2018
Free/PWYC
This summer, join your friends and neighbours at Christie Pits Park for a cinematic journey from city to city around the world! Cinematic Cities marks the festival’... »
Centennial Park, 156 Centennial Park Rd, Toronto
June 29, 2018 To July 2, 2018
Free
The Rotary Club of Etobicoke invites you to kick off the summer at our 19th annual Toronto Ribfest. Toronto Ribfest is the major fundraising activity for Rotary ... »
Woodbine Racetrack, 555 Rexdale Blvd, Toronto
June 29, 2018 To July 1, 2018
Starting $45
The 2018 Queen’s Plate Festival will kick off on Friday, June 29 with a concert by three-time GRAMMY Award winner and country music superstar, Brad Paisley. Six-time JUNO ... »
Toronto, ON
July 2, 2018 To July 22, 2018
Varies
The biggest fiesta north of the border,TD Salsa in Toronto Festival is a week-long celebration of Latin music, dance, food and culture which takes place. TD ... »
Imagine Cinemas Carlton Cinema, 20 Carlton St, Toronto
July 2, 2018 To July 7, 2018
416-789-0123
$12- $15
Original. Indie. Contra-Niche. ReelHeART International Film and Screenplay Festival is a worldwide, fiercely independent film festival held in Toronto, Canada the 1st week of July. We screen ... »
The Beach, Toronto
July 6, 2018 To July 29, 2018
Free
The annual Beaches International Jazz Festival showcases jazz, blues, big band, vocalists, African, Caribbean, reggae, hip-hop, South American, Latin, rhythm and blues and more. Sounds of Leslieville &... »
Tudhope Park, 500 Atherley Road, Orillia
July 6, 2018 To July 8, 2018
$87 & up
2018: WALK OFF THE EARTH · BAHAMAS · ANGELIQUE FRANCIS · BILL PLASKETT · JOE PLASKETT · DANNY MICHEL · LARKIN POE · MOLLY TUTTLE · PORT CITIES · GOOD LOVELIES · A.J. CROCE · EARLE AND COFFIN · ... »
Mel Lastman Square, Yonge Street, Toronto
July 6, 2018 To July 27, 2018
Free
Cultura is a weekly Friday night Summer festival in July that brings the community together for a celebration of music, food art and film at Mel Lastman ... »
Woodbine Park, 1695 Queen street East, Toronto
July 7, 2018 To July 8, 2018
Free
Afrofest ignites the spirit of African culture in the heart of Toronto, one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world. Afrofest seeks to share the ... »
St. Clair Ave West, Toronto
July 7, 2018 To July 8, 2018
Free!
The FREE TD Salsa on St. Clair Street Festival takes over Toronto, transforming St. Clair Avenue West into Canada’s biggest salsa party featuring local and international ... »
NEOB Lavender -Niagara Essential Oils & Blends, 785 Niagara Stone Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake
July 7, 2018 To July 8, 2018
$5 to $20
Join us at the 9th annual neob Lavender Festival in Niagara On The Lake. The neob Lavender Festival is a celebration of the end of the harvest ... »
Memorial Park, Port Credit, Mississauga
July 12, 2018 To July 15, 2018
905-510-0665
Free - $5
RibFest is an exciting four day event featuring a wide range of vendors selling BBQ ribs, chicken and so much more. Ribfest hosts 12+ vendors selling BBQ ribs ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
July 12, 2018 To August 4, 2018
$20 & up
Toronto Summer Music Festival brings outstanding classical music experiences to the city in the summer with a program featuring renowned Canadian and international artists in 20+ mainstage concerts, ... »
Exhibition Place, Toronto
July 13, 2018 To July 15, 2018
1-877-725-8849
Free - $185
The Honda Indy Toronto features a 2.84 km (1.755 mile), 11-turn temporary street course located in downtown Toronto. The track is constructed throughout and around Exhibition Place grounds and ... »
Various Venues, Brampton
July 13, 2018 To July 15, 2018
$10 to $12
Carabram Brampton’s Multicultural Festival is celebrating its 36th anniversary this year. Carabram provides an opportunity for families to experience the rich culture, food, crafts, drink and ... »
Downtown, Toronto, ON
July 14, 2018 To July 15, 2018
Free
The Festival of India will bring South Asia’s most endearing spiritual culture to the heart of downtown Toronto in a contemporary, exhilarating, and family-friendly fashion. In ... »
Regent Park, 600 Dundas St E, Toronto
July 21, 2018 To July 22, 2018
Free
Muhtadi International Drumming Festival is a two-day multicultural extravaganza that showcases 30 plus performers/groups playing an eclectic array of drums from a beautiful mix of nations. Drumbeats ... »
Holiday Gardens, 3315 Sideline 4, Pickering
July 21, 2018
0-$25
1st Annual BRITFEST Canada, bringing together the British and Canadian community. The day will compose of British Vendors & Cars, British Modern DJ's, Live Bands and Giveaways. Rain ... »
Neilson Park - Scarborough
July 21, 2018
Free
Come out and see the future of Carnival! Join the young producers, performers, and presenters as they put their imprint on the Festival. The Peeks Toronto Caribbean ... »
Bloor Street West, between Dufferin and Lansdowne., Toronto
July 21, 2018
Free.
The outdoor street festival liberates Bloor Street between Dufferin and Lansdowne for a celebratory car-free weekend, while animating West of Lansdowne along Bloor, and parts of the ... »
Earlscourt Park, 1200 Lansdowne Ave, Toronto
July 22, 2018
Free
The Toronto International BrazilFest is recognized as the largest Brazilian cultural event in Canada. The rhythms of Brazil will be expressed and celebrated with the help of ... »
The Fifth Social Club, 225 Richmond Street West, Toronto
July 22, 2018
905-424-1044
$35-$60
Caesar Fest is ramping up to be Canada’s largest dedicated festival paying homage to this proudly Canadian iconic drink. Get your tickets and join us this ... »
Bandshell Park, 200 Princes' Blvd. , Toronto
July 26, 2018 To July 29, 2018
$30 - $150
Toronto’s Festival of Beer is a celebration of Canada’s rich brewing history, hosted by experts of the brewing craft from around the world. Featuring 300+ brands ... »
Richmond Green Sports Centre and Park, 1300 Elgin Mills Road East, Richmond Hill
July 27, 2018 To July 29, 2018
Free
Ribfest is a three-day outdoor event that features professional rib teams travelling to Richmond Hill from across North America. Ribbers cook and compete for various Best titles (... »
Ontario Place West Island, 955 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
July 27, 2018 To July 29, 2018
$9.00
From July 27th to the 29th HAROLD’s Fish Festival invites you this summer to come and try the best seafood Toronto has to offer at West ... »
Mel Lastman Square, Yonge Street, North York
July 28, 2018
Free
Torontoʻs first and only united celebration of Polynesian culture that will include dance and musical performances, food and crafts at Mel Lastman Square »
Guild Park and Gardens, 201 Guildwood Pkwy., Toronto
July 28, 2018 To July 29, 2018
416-392-4008
FREE
The Guild Alive with Culture Arts Festival is an outdoor event held in Scarborough’s Guild Park and Gardens. Featuring artists, artisan vendors, liver performances, beer garden ... »
Woodbine Park, Queen Street East
August 3, 2018 To August 6, 2018
Free
Come Join Us at Woodbine Park For Great Food! Cold Beer! Live Music! & Eating Challenges! Bring your Friends! Bring your Family! Come and enjoy some delicious ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
August 3, 2018 To August 6, 2018
Free
Soak up some island flavour on the waterfront and experience the rich legacy of Caribbean music heard throughout Canada and around the world. Arts in the Caribbean ... »
Cobourg Beach, 138 Division St, Cobourg
August 4, 2018
1-888-262-6874
Free Admission
Dig up your shovels and pails and get down and dirty in Cobourg this summer for the Annual Sandcastle Festival! Also come and enjoy a free movie ... »
Downsview Park, 35 Carl Hall Rd, Toronto
August 4, 2018 To August 5, 2018
$159.50 & up
2018 Artist Lineup DJ Snake · Marshmello · Martin Garrix · Migos Plus many more »
Exhibition Place, Toronto
August 4, 2018
0 to $100
The Grand Parade is the largest event of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival. This event continues to attract local, regional, national, and international attention by visitors and media. ... »
Yonge-Dundas Square, Dundas Street East, Toronto
August 4, 2018
4163194983
0
Come experience the warmth and hospitality that are the core of Middle Eastern culture. Explore unique food and vendors that are found in the heart of the ... »
Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto
August 5, 2018
416-735-9954
Free
With around 50 + different Indian cuisines to sample, Taste of India Food Festival is a foodie utopia. If you’re serious about food you can’t afford to ... »
Centennial Park , 256 Centennial Park Rd, Toronto
August 9, 2018 To August 12, 2018
$8 & up
JerkFest is an annual event celebrating jerk cuisine and Caribbean culture organized by not-for-profit organization Caribbean Promotions Arts & Culture Inc. It was initially started in 2002 to ... »
35 Sherwood Dr, Brantford
August 10, 2018 To August 12, 2018
519-754-0169
Free
The Brantford Kinsmen Annual Ribfest is a family-friendly festival is one of Brantford’s most anticipated summer events, welcoming more than 24,000 people. Enjoy a weekend full of ... »
The Esplanade N, Pickering
August 10, 2018 To August 12, 2018
Free
Come Join Us at The Esplanade Park For Great Food! Cold Beer! Eating Challenges! Live Music! And Children’s Village! Bring your Friends! Bring your Family! Come ... »
Location TBA, Toronto
August 10, 2018 To August 12, 2018
416.949.6150
Free
Waterfront Night Market(WNM) will treat attendees to an exciting outdoor culinary experience featuring an enticing selection of Asian theme ‘street food’ and merchandise for an all-out ... »
Greek Town, Danforth Ave & Pape Ave, Toronto
August 10, 2018 To August 12, 2018
(416) 469-5634
Free Admission
The Taste of the Danforth is Canada’s largest street Festival, welcoming 1.65 million attendees annually. As we enter our 25th year, the Festival is set to be ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
August 10, 2018 To August 12, 2018
Free
Harbourfront Centre is proud to present Habari Africa Festival, co-produced by Batuki Music Society. Returning for its fifth edition, this three-day festival celebrates the rich and diverse ... »
Main Street Unionville, Markham
August 17, 2018 To August 19, 2018
9054715299
Free access
The TD Markham Jazz Festival is an exciting and vibrant five-day event featuring well known professional jazz musicians performing on three stages on beautiful Main Street Unionville, ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
August 17, 2018 To August 19, 2018
Varies
Since its debut in 2002, the Festival has presented dozens of Toronto debuts, has given a platform to hundreds of Canadian artists, partnered with most of the key ... »
Danforth, 3345 Danforth Ave, Toronto
August 17, 2018 To August 18, 2018
416-693-8300.
Free
Back for the 8th year is the “Wheels on the Danforth” Street Festival presented by the Crossroads of the Danforth BIA. Saturday’s event is a Car ... »
Exhibition Place, Toronto, ON
August 17, 2018 To September 3, 2018
416-263-3330
Admission prices vary.
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 ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
August 18, 2018 To August 19, 2018
TBA
CAMP WAVELENGTH is an intimate, community-based alternative to the usual summer music festival experience, and a weekend staycation getaway like no other. Toronto’s ONLY outdoor music ... »
1426A Gerrard St E, Toronto
August 18, 2018 To August 19, 2018
416-465-8513
Free
The 16th annual Festival of South Asia will take place on August 18 & 19 at the Gerrard India Bazaar, Toronto. It is the longest -running South Asian street ... »
Chinatown, Toronto
August 18, 2018 To August 19, 2018
Free
Join us for Dragon Dance & Lion Dance, Traditional Dancing & Opera Performances, Kung Fu Performances, Art & Culture Booths, Multi-Cultural Street Food - BBQ squid, bubble tea, bubble waffle ... »
Sherbourne Common, 61 Dockside Drive, Toronto
August 24, 2018 To August 25, 2018
$30 - $60
Winner of the Notable Best Festival Award in 2017, Toronto Cider Festival will be once again creating an environment where Toronto’s vibrant community can kick back, relax ... »
Confederation Park, 250 Dolly Varden Blvd, Toronto
August 24, 2018 To August 26, 2018
Free
The Scarborough Community Multicultural Festival, returns for the 3rd year where it brings multiculturalism and culture together. The Scarborough Community Multicultural Festival is an exciting 3-day cultural ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
August 24, 2018 To August 26, 2018
Free
TAIWANfest continues the Dialogues with Asia Series, connecting Canadian and Taiwanese arts and culture with another island nation – the Philippines. Join us to learn, grow, and re-define ... »
Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St, Toronto
August 24, 2018 To August 26, 2018
Free
Come to Mel Lastman Square to enjoy great food, traditional Korean dances and music, as well as performances from our talented local artists. Spectators can enjoy a ... »
Yonge - Dundas Square, 585 Dundas St E, Toronto.
August 25, 2018 To August 26, 2018
Free
The Pan American Food & Music Festival (PAFMF) is Canada’s only annual festival that celebrates the Western Hemisphere’s rich diversity of cuisine, music and art. It ... »
Albert Campbell Square, 150 Borough Drive, Scarborough
August 25, 2018 To August 26, 2018
4163451613
FREE
The Award-Winning Scarborough Afro-Carib Fest (SACF) is back for an unforgettable experience! The dynamic and engaging festival will celebrate the diversity of African and Caribbean cultures through ... »
Markham Road, Between McNicoll Avenue & Passmore Avenue, Scarborough
August 25, 2018 To August 26, 2018
4162400078
Free entry
Tamil Fest 2018 is the largest Tamil street festival of its kind outside of the Indian subcontinent. Last year crowds exceeded 200,000 people including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over ... »
Harbourfront Centre. 235 Queens Quay W, Toronto
August 28, 2018 To September 3, 2018
Most events are free.
The Ashkenaz Festival is North America’s premier celebration of global Jewish music and culture. The Festival’s adventurous multidisciplinary programming celebrates Jewish creativity in all its ... »
Woodbine Park, 1590 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto
August 31, 2018 To September 3, 2018
Admission by donation.
Epilepsy Toronto is proud to announce that the 18th annual Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy will,take place in Woodbine Park in the Beach, and the festival ... »
Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street, North York
August 31, 2018 To September 3, 2018
Free
Hispanic Fiesta a four day celebration filled with the splendid sounds, tempting treats and colorful culture that Hispanic heritage is famous for. Featuring 300 local, national and International ... »
Bloor Street West, from Prince Edward Drive to Montgomery Road, Toronto
September 7, 2018 To September 9, 2018
(416) 239-8243
Free
Family Festival Discover international cuisines, continuous live entertainment and fresh food at Taste of the Kingsway! This Annual festival is a renowned culinary and entertainment experience. Over 150 ... »
Cabbagetown, Toronto
September 8, 2018 To September 9, 2018
416-921-0857
$0
The 42nd annual Cabbagetown Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday September 8th and 9th in downtown Toronto. This FREE event is packed with activities for everyone. From ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
September 14, 2018 To September 22, 2018
Free & Ticketed Events
Toronto Beer Week (TBW) is a collective series of events dedicated to the celebration and advancement of the craft beer movement. TBW showcases authentically brewed and flavourful ... »
Madoc Fairgrounds, 47 Cooper Road, Madoc
September 14, 2018 To September 16, 2018
613-473-1524
$6
Established in 1905, Madoc has a great country fair. Come out and have fun! Experience the animal shows, horse pulls & shows, tractor & truck pulls, home crafts, ... »
Bloor West Village, Toronto, ON
September 14, 2018 To September 16, 2018
416 410 9965
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 ... »
Roncesvalles Village, 156 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto
September 15, 2018 To September 16, 2018
647-892-1741
Free
Polish Food, music and culture celebrated at North America’s largest Polish Festival Fun for the whole family The Roncesvalles Polish Festival is easy to get to ... »
Centre Island, Toronto
September 15, 2018
(416) 487-1566
$15 to $30
St Patrick's Parade Society Toronto are proud to present Toronto's first celtic dance and music festival. »
Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie Street, Toronto
September 16, 2018
4168887829
$5
8th Annual Toronto Garlic Festival features Ontario farmers selling garlic and chefs cooking with garlic. Stock up on your winter supply of fresh garlic, taste delicious garlic-inspired ... »
Memorial Park, 36 Queen St., Port Hope
September 21, 2018 To September 23, 2018
6476317117
$29-$69
The 2017 Culinary Event of the Year is a family friendly, farm-to-festival celebration of local food, drink, art and culture in downtown Port Hope. Dozens of local food ... »
Mel Lastman Square Rink, 5100 Yonge St, North York
September 22, 2018 To September 23, 2018
4165000007
0
The Canada Kids Festival 2018 is an amusing family event, free to attend by all. We strive to achieve our goal of packing as many non-stop, fun-filled, and ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W, Toronto
September 23, 2018
Free
The Word On The Street is a non-profit organization that celebrates Canadian reading, writing, and champions literacy primarily through a free, annual outdoor festival. Each September, in ... »
Various locations, Toronto, ON
September 29, 2018 To September 30, 2018
Free
For one sleepless night, the familiar will be discarded and Toronto will transform into an artistic playground, offering a series of exhilarating contemporary art experiences in unexpected ... »
Garrison Common, Fort York, Toronto
October 20, 2018 To October 21, 2018
0 - $15
TORONTO SOUP FESTIVAL is a two-day outdoor festival serving up some of the best soups in the City! This inaugural food festival will feature local restaurants and ... »
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