A Comprehensive Guide to Festivals in Toronto – 2026

Upcoming Festivals in Toronto

A list of most festivals in Toronto including some of the famous GTA region festivals.

Enjoy theatre, music, food, multicultural, sports festivals and carnivals in Toronto.

03 Jun

Various Venues, Toronto

June 3, 2026 To June 28, 2026

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Varies

Luminato is Toronto’s international arts festival dedicated to performance, media and visual arts, and programming that cuts across traditional artform boundaries. Luminato works closely with Canadian ...  »

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11 Jun

Fort York & The Bentway, 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto

June 11, 2026 To July 19, 2026

Free

FIFA Fan Festival™ Toronto is the central fan destination, featuring 46 live match broadcasts alongside performances, cultural programming, art and food that reflect Toronto as “The World in ...  »

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11 Jun

Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, 6 Garamond Court, Toronto

June 11, 2026 To June 26, 2026

$7 - $25

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 ...  »

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19 Jun

Yorkville, Toronto

June 19, 2026 To June 28, 2026

Free and ticketed events

From FREE outdoor performances by local and internationally renowned musicians and select ticketed performances by award-winning artists at some of the city’s top venues, to thought-provoking ...  »

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22 Jun

Ted Rogers School of Management, 55 Dundas Street West, Toronto

June 22, 2026 To June 25, 2026

Free

Our annual 50+ Festival returns with free workshops, lectures, and performances to spark joy and creativity in later life! We are excited to gather again this year during ...  »

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22 Jun

My House, 2882 Dundas St. West, Toronto

June 22, 2026 To June 28, 2026

416 604 4555

$15 to $35

7 days of the nation’s best jazz musicians in the Junction’s own My HOUSE! Toronto’s My HOUSE in the Junction live music venue & restaurant ...  »

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24 Jun

Barbara Hall Park, 519 Church St, Toronto

June 24, 2026 To June 28, 2026

Free

The best alfresco parties of the summer are back with enticing music, queery performances, delicious food and drinks, and a whole lot of love. An exceptional lineup ...  »

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25 Jun

Church and Wellesley Village, Toronto

June 25, 2026 To June 28, 2026

Free

Over 1 million people attend each year to take part in one of the world’s largest LGBTQ festivals, and 2026 will be no exception. Festival favourites – the Dyke ...  »

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25 Jun

The Historic Distillery District, 55 Mill Street, Toronto

June 25, 2026 To July 19, 2026

(416) 893-3966

$22 & up

Experience the Magic of Multicultural Cinema at the 2026 Lavazza IncluCity Film Festival! Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of diversity and cinematic excellence as ICFF transforms the ...  »

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26 Jun

Kennedy Rd., Markham

June 26, 2026 To June 28, 2026

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 ...  »

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26 Jun

Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga

June 26, 2026 To June 27, 2026

Free

Celebrate wellness, music, art, and community at the Living With Wellness Festival! Set in the heart of Mississauga at Celebration Square, this festival brings people together to ...  »

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26 Jun

Assembly Park, 80 Interchange Way, Concord

June 26, 2026 To June 28, 2026

$7

Asado is more than a festival – it’s a celebration of Latin culture, community, and connection. Inspired by the traditional Latin American “asado,” where food, music, and ...  »

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26 Jun

Cloverdale Mall, 250 The East Mall, Etobicoke

June 26, 2026 To June 28, 2026

Donation

The Rotary Club of Etobicoke invites you to kick off the summer at our annual Toronto Ribfest. Since 1999, Toronto Ribfest has been delivering family entertainment to Toronto ...  »

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27 Jun

South River in the Portlands, Don Roadway & Commissioners St., Toronto

June 27, 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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27 Jun

Port Credit Memorial Park, 40 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga

June 27, 2026 To June 28, 2026

$12.95 to $24.95

The first-ever Taco Fest Mississauga is transforming Port Credit Memorial Park from June 27 to 28 into high-energy celebrations of flavour and culture. Prepare for the ultimate summer kickoff, ...  »

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27 Jun

Centre for Social Innovation, 192 Spadina Ave, Toronto

June 27, 2026 To June 28, 2026

$180-$245

Anthropos is a new festival in Toronto. Two days, multiple venues, one question at the centre: how do we actually connect in the world we’re living ...  »

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27 Jun

Various, Toronto

June 27, 2026 To June 28, 2026

$180- $245

Anthropos: The Sexuality + Consciousness Urban Festival is a downtown Toronto festival exploring how we communicate, relate, and build meaningful relationships in a fast-moving, digitally shaped world. At ...  »

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28 Jun

Earl Bales Park, 4169 Bathurst Street, Toronto

June 28, 2026

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FREE

Get ready to immerse yourself in the rich and vibrant culture of Ghana right here in Toronto! We are bringing the community together at Earl Bales Park ...  »

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30 Jun

Various Venues, Toronto

June 30, 2026 To July 12, 2026

PWYC-$19

Toronto Fringe is proud to announce programming for the 38th Annual Toronto Fringe Festival, taking place June 30-July 12, 2026 with 123 shows in 27 venues across the city. Tickets and ...  »

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01 Jul

The Aga Khan Museum, 77 Wynford Dr, North York

July 1, 2026

Free

Celebrate the diverse tapestry we call home at the Rhythms of Canada festival, a vibrant, free, family-friendly cultural celebration returning on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, across the Aga Khan ...  »

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01 Jul

Avalon Lavender Farm, 347036 Mono Centre Rd, Mono

July 1, 2026

$17

Come to Avalon Lavender Farm for the Canada Day Lavender Festival with scores of vendors! Walk the River Walk, explore the Heritage Barn Boutique, enjoy the chickens, ...  »

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01 Jul

Various Venues, Toronto

July 1, 2026 To July 5, 2026

$20 to $50

The first edition of the Toronto Turkish Film Festival presents a program dedicated to contemporary Turkish cinema, bringing together film screenings, conversations, and special events in Toronto. ...  »

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03 Jul

Sankofa Square, 1 Dundas St E, Toronto

July 3, 2026 To July 5, 2026

Free

Savour the best BBQ ribs at the Downtown Toronto leg of the Northern Heat Rib Series! Indulge in perfectly cooked ribs from from the best BBQ Ribbers ...  »

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03 Jul

Various Venues, Toronto

July 3, 2026 To July 19, 2026

Varies

For two mouth-watering weeks, celebrate the city's culinary scene through three-course prix fixe lunch and dinner menus at more than 200 of Toronto's top restaurants. Discover delicious food ...  »

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03 Jul

Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto

July 3, 2026 To July 5, 2026

Free

An unforgettable weekend of Filipino flavour, festive beats and non-stop fun for the whole family, the Fun Philippines Toronto Food and Music Festival is a high-energy celebration ...  »

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03 Jul

Various Venues, Toronto

July 3, 2026 To July 26, 2026

Free

The Beaches International Jazz Festival is near! Between July 3-26, enjoy the month-long music festival held each year in the lakeside Beaches community of Toronto in July. ...  »

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03 Jul

Lawrence Avenue East, Warden Avenue & Birchmount Road, Scarborough

July 3, 2026 To July 5, 2026

Free

Scarborough’s largest street festival, serves up a mix of diverse flavours from around the world! Enjoy over 150 street vendors, non-stop live entertainment across two stages, the ...  »

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03 Jul

Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto

July 3, 2026 To July 5, 2026

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Free

As one of Canadas largest celebrations of Arab culture, the festival brings together music, food, art, dance, entertainment, local businesses, and community organizations for an unforgettable weekend ...  »

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04 Jul

Albert Campbell Square, 150 Borough Dr, Scarborough

July 4, 2026

416-970-8358

Free

Kothu Fest is one of Toronto’s most vibrant food and culture festivals, bringing together the city’s best Tamil restauranteurs to showcase Kothu Roti, a beloved ...  »

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06 Jul

Various Locations, Toronto

July 6, 2026 To July 12, 2026

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$60-$299

World’s Heritage. Canada’s Harmony. Experience a week of a global gathering of harpists, educators, and music lovers celebrating the harp’s timeless beauty and boundless ...  »

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10 Jul

Erin Mills Town Centre, Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga

July 10, 2026 To July 12, 2026

$3

Join us for some of your favourite finger lickin’ BBQ ribs, chicken, pulled pork and other carnival treats!  »

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10 Jul

Various , Brampton

July 10, 2026 To July 12, 2026

Free to $12

Carabram Brampton’s Multicultural Festival is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. Carabram provides an opportunity for families to experience the rich culture, food, crafts, drink and ...  »

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10 Jul

Guild Park & Gardens, 201 Guildwood Parkway, Scarborough

July 10, 2026 To July 12, 2026

Free

Family Fest is Scarborough’s biggest celebration of young audiences! Featuring performances, workshops, and activities, Family Fest offers free entertainment for all ages. We’ll be hosting ...  »

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10 Jul

Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, 3233 Concession Rd 10, Bowmanville

July 10, 2026 To July 12, 2026

$60 & up; Children 16 and under are free

The IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship — featuring exotic prototype and GT machinery — makes its one and only Canadian stop as part of the Chevrolet Grand Prix, July 10–12. Canada’...  »

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10 Jul

Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga

July 10, 2026 To July 12, 2026

Free

JACKALOPE Festival, North America’s only action sports festival, is returning to Mississauga for a second adrenaline-fueled event that’s bigger and bolder, with two new sports ...  »

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10 Jul

Nathan Philips Square, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto

July 10, 2026 To July 12, 2026

Free

In July 2026, the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair (TOAF) celebrates a landmark milestone: 65 years as Canada’s largest and longest-running juried contemporary outdoor art fair. Each summer, TOAF ...  »

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10 Jul

Whitby Victoria Fields, 203-269 Victoria St W, Whitby

July 10, 2026 To July 12, 2026

Free

The Annual Whitby Ribfest will be back in 2026 to welcome over 50,000 guests who enjoy a great line up of awesome entertainment, savour the best ribs, laugh while ...  »

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11 Jul

Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, 2340 Ontario Street, Oakville, Ontario

July 11, 2026 To July 12, 2026

Free

The inaugural Oakville Food Truck Festival is coming to town for 2 DAYS! 30 Food Trucks will be serving up some of the best food from the country, this ...  »

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11 Jul

Mackenzie Glen District Park, 220 Cranston Park Ave, Maple

July 11, 2026

Free

The Vaughan Latin Festival is the ultimate celebration of Latino culture, where thousands of people come together to experience the passion, energy, and beauty of Latin dance, ...  »

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11 Jul

St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto

July 11, 2026 To July 12, 2026

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Free Admission

The FREE Annual Salsa on St. Clair Street Festival is the main event of the award-winning Salsa in Toronto Festival. The weekend celebration has garnered international recognition ...  »

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11 Jul

Downtown Toronto and Centre Island, Toronto

July 11, 2026 To July 12, 2026

Free

Chariot Fest – Toronto 2026 is a vibrant two-day celebration of culture, spirituality, and community  in downtown Toronto and Centre Island. Kicking off with the Chariot Fest Parade on ...  »

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11 Jul

Orono Fairgrounds, 2 Princess St, Orono

July 11, 2026 To July 12, 2026

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$69.95 to $349.95

ROCKSTALGIA is a multi-day rock music festival celebrating the songs that raised us — from ’70s classic rock to ’80s anthems and ’90s alternative — brought to life by ...  »

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11 Jul

Canadian Film Centre, 2489 Bayview Avenue, Toronto

July 11, 2026

$97 - $500

The 9th Annual Rosé Picnic returns July 11, 2026 to the Canadian Film Centre on Toronto’s historic Windfields Estate for a 19+ summer celebration unlike any other. Dress in ...  »

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11 Jul

Sankofa Square, 1 Dundas St E, Toronto

July 11, 2026 To July 12, 2026

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Free

WorldFest is Toronto’s signature multicultural fusion festival, bringing together the city’s most diverse communities for two unforgettable days of food, music, art, and global celebration. ...  »

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11 Jul

Gerrard Street East between Glenside Avenue and Coxwell intersections

July 11, 2026 To July 12, 2026

Free

Come on down to Gerrard India Bazaar and enjoy this FREE street festival featuring family friendly activities, local vendors, food, drinks, and great entertainment.  »

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16 Jul

Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto

July 16, 2026 To July 18, 2026

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Free admission and all are welcome!

In 2026, we’re celebrating the global Vietnamese spirit – the stories, traditions, and cultural treasures that travel across borders and bring people together. From cherished family roots to ...  »

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17 Jul

Richmond Green Sports Centre and Park, 1300 Elgin Mills Road East, Richmond Hill

July 17, 2026 To July 19, 2026

Free

Richmond Hill’s Ribfest is the tastiest event of the year. Rib teams travel from across North America and feature a variety of food offerings that are ...  »

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17 Jul

Trillium Park at Ontario Place, 955 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto

July 17, 2026

FREE

Summer Live Music Festival (SLMF) returns to Trillium Park at Ontario Place this summer with a new theme: “Picnic with Live Music”, presented as part of Ontario ...  »

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18 Jul

Bloordale Village, 1140 Bloor St W, Toronto

July 18, 2026 To July 19, 2026

Free

The 20th year of the BIG on Bloor Festival returns  with in-person pedestrian takeover of car-free Bloordale! To mark its 20th anniversary, BIG on Bloor will debut ...  »

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18 Jul

Malvern Community Centre & Neilson Park, 1555 Neilson Rd, Scarborough

July 18, 2026

Free

Come out and see the future of Carnival! Join the young producers, performers, and presenters as they put their imprint on the Festival. Brought to you by ...  »

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18 Jul

Earlscourt Park, 1595 St Clair Ave W, Toronto

July 18, 2026 To July 19, 2026

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 ...  »

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18 Jul

Sankofa Square,  1 Dundas Street East, Toronto

July 18, 2026

Free

The Indonesian Food Festival, organized by Indonesian Consulate General in Toronto, is an annual cultural celebration that brings together the vibrant Indonesian community in Toronto, Ontario. The ...  »

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19 Jul

Trillium Park, 955 Lake Shore Blvd., West Toronto

July 19, 2026

Free

The cultures, stories and songs of Indigenous People will be shared at Indigenous Sounds Now, curated by Elaine Bomberry. Guiding this musical journey is Host Donna Sound, ...  »

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23 Jul

Queen Street East - between Woodbine and Beach Aves, Toronto

July 23, 2026 To July 25, 2026

Free

Get ready for the most music-filled event of the summer! Queen Street East shuts down to give Toronto a soulful and harmonic weekend. Over three consecutive evenings (7...  »

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24 Jul

Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto

July 24, 2026 To July 26, 2026

Free

Canada’s largest celebration of the diverse culture, music, and cuisine of the Americas, presents more than 20 chefs and 50 performances with over 600 artists on stage, plus vendors, ...  »

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24 Jul

Community Sports Park, 805 Santa Maria Blvd, Milton

July 24, 2026 To July 26, 2026

$3

Join us for a weekend of mouth-watering, finger-lickin’, belly-rubbin’ good BBQ!! Don’t forget to try all of our delicious foods, including pork ribs, beef ribs, beef ...  »

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24 Jul

Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga

July 24, 2026 To July 26, 2026

FREE!

#BollywoodMonster Mashup – the heart of Bollywood music & dance and food in Canada Samosas, dosas, kebabs, momos, ice cream and more! KidZone with an inflatable slide, face ...  »

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25 Jul

Between Queen Street West and Dundas Street West, Toronto

July 25, 2026

FREE

Join us for our annual street festival. We celebrate all of the amazing things Ossington has to offer and open up the streets to pedestrians for a ...  »

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25 Jul

Mel Lastman Square, Yonge Street, North York

July 25, 2026

Free

Torontoʻs first and only united celebration of Polynesian culture that will include dance and musical performances, food and crafts at Mel Lastman Square. This free event ...  »

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25 Jul

Trillium Park, Ontario Place, Toronto

July 25, 2026 To July 26, 2026

Free

Mixto Festival is an intergenerational party, bring your friends or meet new ones! Now in its eighth year, The festival brings together communities, cultures, and experiences for ...  »

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25 Jul

Sankofa Square, Toronto

July 25, 2026 To July 26, 2026

FREE

Enjoy fun prizes, food, entertainment in our celebrity stage and feel embraced by our Peruvian culture celebrating Peru’s  Independence Day. The GTA lays claim to more ...  »

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25 Jul

Guild Park and Gardens , 201 Guildwood Parkway, Scarborough

July 25, 2026 To July 26, 2026

4163381917

Free

The Guild Alive with Culture Arts Festival is a vibrant, family-friendly outdoor event held annually at the scenic Guild Park & Gardens. Celebrating its rich history and ...  »

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26 Jul

Trillium Park, 955 Lake Shore Blvd., West Toronto

July 26, 2026

Free

Get ready to dance under the stars and enjoy the music, alongside local vendors selling delicious food, drinks and crafts.  City Hall Live is a music discovery ...  »

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26 Jul

Henderson Brewing Co., 128A Sterling Rd, Toronto

July 26, 2026

 $149.95 +fees

Experience Canada’s most extraordinary live-fire culinary event: Brewery & the Beast! More than 30 of Toronto’s award-winning chefs and restaurants – including many recognized by the Michelin ...  »

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31 Jul

Woodbine Park, 1695 Queen St E, Toronto

July 31, 2026 To August 3, 2026

Free

Entertain yourself with some of Toronto’s best local talent, participate in our live-eating challenges and enjoy a cold beer!  »

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31 Jul

Thomson Memorial Park, 1005 Brimley Rd, Scarborough

July 31, 2026 To August 3, 2026

Donations Appreciated

Enjoy delicious ribs, hot dogs, french fries, corn on the cob and more… Midway rides, and skill testing games, Creative designs by crafters and vendors, All day ...  »

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31 Jul

Downsview Park, 35 Carl Hall Rd, Toronto

July 31, 2026 To August 2, 2026

$235.58 & up

Above & Beyond, Armin Van Buuren, ARTBAT, Beauz, Black Tiger Sex Machine, Boys Noize, Charlotte de Witte, Crankdat, Dana Vicci, Disco Lines, Effin, Fallon, Fisher, Frank Walker, Galantis, ...  »

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31 Jul

Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga

July 31, 2026 To August 1, 2026

Free

The award winning festival of Mississauga brings you the best of art, culture and cuisine from South Asia. The two day free festival will feature music, dance, ...  »

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31 Jul

Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W, Toronto

July 31, 2026 To August 3, 2026

Free & Ticketed Events

Huge Fête, Big Soul! Soak up some island flavour, food, music and dancing at Island Soul.  »

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01 Aug

Lakeshore Blvd W & Exhibition Place, Toronto

August 1, 2026

Free & Ticketed Areas

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. ...  »

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03 Aug

Brampton Sports Park,  7575 Kennedy Rd S, Brampton

August 3, 2026

Free

JAMBANA™ One World Festival, represents Canada’s growing cultural diversity in its finest form through performances by internationally acclaimed bands, artists and JUNO Award winners. Feel the ...  »

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06 Aug

Various venues, Toronto

August 6, 2026 To August 16, 2026

Varies

One of Canada’s most vital platforms for new performance and artistic development, SummerWorks proudly returns to its 11-day Festival format, to include a line-up of contemporary ...  »

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07 Aug

The Esplanade Park, 1 Esplanade, Pickering

August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026

Free

Come Join Us at The Esplanade Park For Great Food! Cold Beer!  Live Music! You’ll want to bring your friends and kids to Esplanade Park for ...  »

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07 Aug

Greek Town, Danforth Ave & Pape Ave, Toronto

August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026

Free

The Taste of the Danforth is Canada’s largest street Festival, welcoming 1.65 million attendees annually. The Festival is set to be bigger and better than ever before ...  »

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07 Aug

Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga

August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026

Free

The biggest Latino-Canadian celebration in Mississauga is coming your way! MISSISSAUGA LATIN FESTIVAL 2026 will celebrate its 18th anniversary by bringing you non-stop entertainment, mouthwatering LATINO food, folklore, ...  »

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07 Aug

Burl's Creek Event Grounds, 8 Line South, Oro-Medonte

August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026

$176.19 & up

Boots & Hearts Music Festival is Canada’s largest country music festival, held annually in Oro-Medonte, Ontario, at Burl’s Creek Event Grounds. Lineup: Friday, August 7 – Main ...  »

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07 Aug

Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, 3233 Concession Road #10, Bowmanville

August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026

905-983-9141

$40 & up

Canada’s top motorcycle racers will battle it out on CTMP’s legendary Grand Prix circuit, with national titles on the line in the two final rounds ...  »

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07 Aug

Centennial Park, 256 Centennial Park Rd., Etobicoke

August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026

$30 to $175

JerkFest is an annual event celebrating jerk cuisine and Caribbean culture organized by not-for-profit organization Caribbean Promotions Arts & Culture Inc.   »

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07 Aug

Fort York 100 Garrison Road, Toronto

August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026

$0 to $24.95

An electric atmosphere showcasing some of Toronto’s best and most celebrated chefs with an authentic Mexican twist. Join us for tacos, guacamole, churros, tequila, hot sauce ...  »

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08 Aug

Cobourg Beach, 138 Division St, Cobourg

August 8, 2026

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 ...  »

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08 Aug

Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St. W., Toronto

August 8, 2026

Free

Nepalese Canadian Community Services (NCCS) is organizing one of the most awaited Nepalese festivals in North America, the Himalayan Festival (Nepal Festival). Over the years, this event ...  »

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08 Aug

Bloor St W & Euclid Ave, Toronto

August 8, 2026

Free

The 2026 Korea Town Cultural Street Festival is a dynamic celebration of Korean culture and community happening right in the heart of KoreaTown! This annual event draws over 50 ...  »

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08 Aug

Sankofa Square, 1 Dundas St. East, Toronto

August 8, 2026 To August 9, 2026

647-831-7223

Free

Welcome to the Toronto Diversity Festival (TDF2026) Join us in the heart of Toronto for The 9th Annual TDF2026 — a vibrant, in-person celebration of culture, community, and ...  »

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09 Aug

Mill St E., Downtown Acton

August 9, 2026

Free

Leathertown Festival celebrates Acton’s rich history in leather craftsmanship and celebrates pioneering Canadian communities. The celebration of craft lives on through the Acton Leathertown Festival; Halton ...  »

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09 Aug

Earl Bales Park, 4169 Bathurst St, North York

August 9, 2026

Free

Ghanafest will present its annual showcase of the rich culture and heritage of the Ghanaian community in Earl Bales Park (North York). Ghanafest includes traditional food, language ...  »

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14 Aug

Downtown, Markham

August 14, 2026 To August 16, 2026

Varies

The Honda Indy features a 3.52 km (2.19-mile), 12-turn temporary street course located in downtown Markham.  The temporary track will be built in the eastern precinct of Markham’...  »

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14 Aug

Stanley Barracks,  115 Princes' Blvd, Toronto

August 14, 2026 To August 16, 2026

$18.95 to $32.95+fees

The Annual Waterfront Night Market is an exciting culinary experience, bringing attendees a unique rediscovery of North America's urban Asian culture. Designed to emulate the traditional street-styled ...  »

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14 Aug

Lakeview Park, 299 Lakeview Park Ave, Oshawa

August 14, 2026 To August 16, 2026

Free

Come join the Rotary Club of Oshawa for our Annual Ribfest. As always there will be great food and great entertainment. You can find merchandise like local ...  »

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14 Aug

Woodbine Park, 1695 Queen street East, Toronto

August 14, 2026 To August 16, 2026

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 ...  »

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14 Aug

Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga

August 14, 2026 To August 16, 2026

Free

Japan Festival CANADA introduces Japanese Food, Culture and Technologies to the large community of Mississauga and Canada. Experience Japan! This culturally colourful event attracts many visitors to ...  »

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15 Aug

Corner of Bathurst St. and Wilson Ave., Toronto

August 15, 2026 To August 16, 2026

Free

Let’s celebrate the richness of Filipino heritage while welcoming the diverse cultures that shape our communities. It’s a shared experience of food, music and traditions ...  »

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15 Aug

Trillium Park, 955 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto

August 15, 2026

Free

Open Canvas returns to Trillium Park at Ontario Place for its waterfront festival featuring live music, art installations, local food vendors, and community programming set against the ...  »

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15 Aug

 Paramount Fine Foods Centre Sportzone North, 5600 Rose Cherry Pl, Mississauga

August 15, 2026 To August 16, 2026

Free

Mississauga Hong Kong Festival will celebrate creativity, talent, and community through various cultural fusion activities. As a must-visit destination for sports lovers and families alike, we are ...  »

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15 Aug

Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St, Richmond Hill

August 15, 2026

$28.25

Richmond Hill Craft Beer Festival in support of Hill House Hospice. Discover great Ontario craft beers, ciders and spirits – Guaranteed to be Made in Canada! 600+ people, 10 craft ...  »

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15 Aug

Riverside Common Park, 657 Queen St East, Toronto

August 15, 2026

Free

Oddside Arts and Riverside BIA invite everyone to continue the carnival weekend festivities at our family-friendly festival: Afraspektion. Join us on Saturday, August 15th, 2pm-7pm at ...  »

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15 Aug

Crossroads of the Danforth BIA, 3400 Danforth Ave Toronto

August 15, 2026

Free

Crossroads BIA is welcoming back their annual festival this August! Wheels on the Danforth is a summer festival with a car show, live entertainment on multiple corners, ...  »

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15 Aug

Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Road, Burlington

August 15, 2026

Free

Promoting awareness of the health, environmental and ethical benefits of a vegan lifestyle. WE ARE BURLINGTON VEGFEST, a small, local, volunteer-led committee of vegans who are excited ...  »

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16 Aug

Corbett's Dam, 4 McKibbon St, Port Hope

August 16, 2026 To October 18, 2026

$25

The Port Hope Salmon Festival is one of Ontario’s most exciting fall traditions, celebrating the incredible salmon migration along the Ganaraska River in the heart of ...  »

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20 Aug

Various Venues, Brampton

August 20, 2026 To August 23, 2026

Free & Ticketed

The  Annual Musical Extravaganza Is Back! With 3 Days Of Multi-Genre Music, And An Amazing Line-Up Of 50+ Artists, You Don’t Want To Miss This! YOUR MUSIC, YOUR ...  »

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21 Aug

Mississauga Celebration Square, City Centre Drive, Mississauga

August 21, 2026 To August 22, 2026

Free

Mississauga ITALFEST is a free festival that shares Italian heritage and culture with the citizens of Mississauga and beyond. ITALFEST is a celebration of Italian arts, history, ...  »

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21 Aug

Ward's Island, Toronto

August 21, 2026 To August 23, 2026

Weekend Pass: $65.23 & up

Grab a blanket and some snacks and enjoy a weekend of watching performances by indie artists held on Wards Island.  »

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21 Aug

Terminal Theatre, 207 Queens Quay West, Toronto

August 21, 2026 To August 23, 2026

PWYC-$48

After sold-out programming in 2022 and 2024, the biennial Toronto International Tap Dance Festival (TITDF), produced by Toffan Rhythm Projects, will return for its fourth edition August 21-23, 2026 at ...  »

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21 Aug

Exhibition Place, Toronto, ON

August 21, 2026 To September 7, 2026

416-263-3330

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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22 Aug

Main Street Unionville, Markham

August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026

Free

The 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, in ...  »

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22 Aug

Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St. West, Toronto

August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026

Free

A weekend celebration of Filipino food, music, culture, fashion and art. With over 50 vendors, Mabuhay Philippines Festival will certainly introduce you to traditional Filipino streetfood and innovative ...  »

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22 Aug

Thomson Memorial Park,  1005 Brimley Road, Scarborough

August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026

416-345-1613

Free

Experience the Ultimate Celebration of African & Caribbean Culture! Join us for the 15th annual Afro-Carib Fest 2026, an award-winning, FREE weekend festival that celebrates the vibrant Afro-Caribbean ...  »

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22 Aug

Burlington Central Park, 2299 New St, Burlington

August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026

9059215903

Free

The Burlington Latin Festival is a vibrant cultural celebration that brings the rhythms, flavors, and traditions of Latin America to the heart of Burlington. Held at Central ...  »

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22 Aug

Yorkville. Toronto

August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026

Free

YVM takes place August 22–23, 2026, transforming the neighbourhood into an open-air gallery of contemporary art, with programming spanning public art, music, wellness, and cultural experiences. Under the theme “...  »

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27 Aug

Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St W, Toronto

August 27, 2026 To August 30, 2026

$12 to $179

FAN EXPO Canada is the largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event in Canada and the third-largest Pop Culture event in North America. The show has ...  »

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28 Aug

Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga

August 28, 2026 To August 30, 2026

Free

MuslimFest is back and we are so excited to host you and your families for a fun-filled day of celebrating arts and community! MuslimFest celebrates the best ...  »

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28 Aug

Machell Park, 24 Aurora Heights Drive, Aurora

August 28, 2026 To August 30, 2026

Free

Join us for the tastiest event of the year fas Aurora’s Ribfest returns to Machell Park! Get out your bibs and enjoy some saucy ribs, fantastic ...  »

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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

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, 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

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. This year’s show continues the tradition ...  »

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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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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

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

Erindale Park, 1695 Dundas St W, Mississauga

September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026

Weekend: $249 & up

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is all about good times and incredible comedy. Prepare for an evening packed full of side-splitting entertainment from the moment you walk ...  »

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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

Get ready for a weekend of food, music, and family fun at South Etobicoke’s largest street festival! This beloved community event will once again take over ...  »

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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

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

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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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

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

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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26 Sep

Various Locations, Toronto

September 26, 2026 To December 20, 2026

FREE

TBA is a ten-week free event presented every two years. It will be presented from September 26 to December 20. A twelve-week event every two years, the Biennial commissions ...  »

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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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03 Oct

Hendrie Park, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington

October 3, 2026 To October 4, 2026

Free

2 DAYS OF FREE FAMILY FUN, for all ages–because great tales never grow old! Meet Canada’s leading children’s authors, illustrators, storytellers, and musicians. Internationally acclaimed ...  »

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03 Oct

Henderson Brewing Co., 128a Sterling Rd., Toronto

October 3, 2026 To October 4, 2026

$16.50 to $27.95

Henderson Brewing Company proudly announces the return of Canada’s largest Picklefest—the original and most colossal celebration of all things pickled and fermented. This year, Picklefest ...  »

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03 Dec

Meaford Market Square, 12 Nelson Street East, Meaford

December 3, 2026 To December 6, 2026

5194770596

Free

Christmas On The Bay  is an enchanting outdoor European-style Christmas market with live music and entertainment, local artisan vendors, all set in the heart of historic Meaford. ...  »

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  • I think this list is not complete as I have heard about a liquor festival in the city, so I wanted to get information about it. I think I will have to go ask the guys about it directly.

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