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A list of 50+ free fun events in Toronto and GTA during August, including fun family activities, festivals, live music, adult events and more!
The Canada Strong Pass initiative, aimed at making cultural experiences more accessible, has expanded to include 86 provincial and territorial museums and galleries. The announcement was made by ... »
Riverside Common Park, 657 Queen St E, Toronto
August 31, 2025
Free
We’re ending summer with island flavour because, you know, the Caribbean is more than a place… it’s a whole state of mind. Come play with ... »
Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
August 29, 2025 To August 31, 2025
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 ... »
Nathan Philips Square, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto
August 29, 2025 To August 31, 2025
Free
2025 Toronto Dragon Festival Returns to Nathan Phillips Square with Foods, Beers, and Luminati Night Shows Toronto and the world are eager to watch the stunning acrobatic performances ... »
Scarborough Town Centre, 300 Borough Dr., Scarborough
August 29, 2025 To August 31, 2025
FREE
Nostalgic is BACK at a new location! Join us for an unforgettable shopping experience at Scarborough Town Centre! Discover vintage 90s/Y2K clothing, exquisite jewelry, nostalgic ... »
Garden Square, 12 Main Street North, Brampton
August 29, 2025
9058742800
Free
Calling all swifties! Toronto’s newest and BESTEST Taylor Swift tribute that’s bringing hits from all 11 albums to Garden Square. Who is it for? All ages ... »
Trillium Park, 955 Lake Shore Blvd., West Toronto
August 24, 2025
Free
Get ready to dance under the stars and enjoy the music, alongside local vendors selling delicious food, drinks and crafts. City Hall Live returns to SummerSeries in ... »
Stackt Market , 28 Bathurst St, Toronto
August 24, 2025
Free
Are you ready Toronto!? 👀👀👀 Kalamansi Collective and Barkada MRKT are bringing the first-ever KALAMANSI FEST to @stacktmarket on Sunday, August 24th! The inaugural event celebrates the vibrant ... »
Tommy Thompson Park, 1 Leslie Street, Toronto
August 23, 2025
Free
Late August is the prime time to get a glimpse of the Monarch Butterfly before they start their annual migration to Mexico, where they spend the winter. ... »
Markham Road, Scarborough
August 23, 2025 To August 24, 2025
416) 240-0078
FREE
Cancelled Join us for the 11th anniversary of Tamil Fest, the largest Tamil street festival in the world! Held in the east of Toronto, this festival is ... »
Roundhouse Park, 255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto
August 23, 2025
Free
Join us for a day filled with exciting activities, fun, and bonding with your furry friends. Here’s a sneak peek at what we have in store ... »
Cassie Campbell Community Centre, 1050 Sandalwood Pkwy W, Brampton
August 23, 2025
9058742000
Free
Discover youth sports and activities in your community! Connect with local minor sport groups, register for fall and winter programs, try out drop-ins and demos, and complete ... »
Various Venues, 1313 Queen Street West, Toronto
August 23, 2025
Free
On Saturday, August 23, the Parkdale Village BIA is hosting the Parkdale Music Crawl and Sidewalk Sale! Stroll along Queen St W from Roncesvalles to Dufferin and enjoy ... »
Abundant Life Assembly, 145 Dixon Road, Etobicoke
August 23, 2025
437-888-1778
Free to $75
Experience an unforgettable night of worship, music, and celebration with internationally acclaimed gospel artist Joan Flemmings. Join us for The YAHWEH Album Launch Experience — a powerful evening ... »
Roundhouse Park, 255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto
August 23, 2025
4167356919
FREE
Toronto’s biggest dog day of summer is back, and it’s shaping up to be a tail-wagging good time. And it’s free to attend. Doggie ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
August 22, 2025 To August 24, 2025
Free Event
Discover Taiwanese culture with programming inspired by the cultural dialogue with Spain, including many free events. Discover Taiwanese culture through performances, exhibitions, food, film and more when ... »
Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St., North York
August 22, 2025 To August 24, 2025
Free
Canada’s Largest Korean Festival Returns to Toronto This August Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Toronto Korean Festival (TKF)—Canada’s largest Korean cultural event—is set ... »
Little Avenue Memorial Park, 22 Little Ave, York
August 22, 2025 To August 24, 2025
Free
This year’s lineup includes R&B singer Kibra, Tribal Vision Dance, Replay Storytelling, The Grand Salto Theatre, and spoken word from Irmão. Guests can also ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W, Toronto
August 22, 2025 To August 24, 2025
FREE
Art holds stories, and the intricately crafted ceramic majolica tiles lining the streets of Taiwan are no exception. Professor and Architect Kenji Horigome traces the historical trajectories ... »
Main Street, Newmarket
August 21, 2025 To August 24, 2025
Free
Head to Newmarket for the ultimate summer hangout during Summerfest on Main! From August 21 to 24, Newmarket’s historic Main Street will be buzzing with live music, food ... »
Nathan Philips Square, Queen Street West, Toronto
August 17, 2025
Free
Panorama India with the support of Consulate General of India, Toronto, is hosting it’s India Day Festival & Grand Parade at Nathan Phillips Square. The all-day ... »
Riverside Common Park, 657 Queen St East, Toronto
August 17, 2025
Free
This August 2025 marks the fifth year of celebrating Emancipation Month in Ontario. Oddside Arts and Riverside BIA invite everyone to continue the carnival weekend festivities at our ... »
Riverside Common Park, 657 Queen St E, Toronto
August 17, 2025
4372633027
Free
Afraspektion is a vibrant community celebration presented by Oddside Arts and Riverside BIA, highlighting the richness of African and Afro-diasporic cultures. This free outdoor event features live ... »
Downey’s U-pick Farm, 13707 Heart Lake Road, Caledon
August 16, 2025 To October 31, 2025
905 838 4777
Free admission
Downey’s Strawberry & Apple Farm is a family farm, owned and operated by Greg Downey which grows fruits and vegetables. The Farms is open for apple ... »
Canadian National Exhibition, 210 Princes' Blvd, Toronto
August 16, 2025
Free
The 102nd Anniversary Warriors’ Day Parade, honouring our veterans and members of the Canadian Armed Forces will be held on the grounds of the Canadian National Exhibition ... »
Various Locations, Georgina
August 16, 2025
Free
The Town invites you to come and visit some of them for its Field to Table event. Each stop on this self-guided tour offers unique experiences where ... »
Shortt St. and Eglinton Ave. W., Toronto
August 15, 2025
Free
Films on Shortt is a monthly event screening outdoor movies on Shortt Street near Dufferin and Eglinton. They are all family-friendly and completely FREE. Join us to ... »
Port Credit Memorial Park 40 Lakeshore Rd E, Mississauga
August 15, 2025 To August 17, 2025
Free
Join us for an fun-filled weekend of amazing back to back street theatre featuring circus acts from all across the globe. Be prepared for some of the ... »
Seneca Polytechnic College Markham Campus, 8 The Seneca Way, Markham
August 15, 2025 To August 17, 2025
Free
Indulge in over 100 food items and merchants unlike anything else. Interact with our showstopping lion dancers well into the night. Learn about community members and how you ... »
Regent Park Athletic Grounds, 780 Shuter St, Toronto
August 15, 2025
Free
Embark on a thrilling quest through the park in search of custom-designed, one-of-one pants hidden by our team. Discover unique pieces crafted by 38’s design crew—and ... »
Aurora Cultural Centre, 50 Victoria Street, Aurora
August 14, 2025 To October 19, 2025
365 500 3237
FREE
An immersive installation blending music, dance, fiber arts, and visuals, inspired by Persian carpets and growing sprouts. Who is it for? All ages HOW MUCH Tickets : FREE ... »
Upper Canada Mall, 17600 Yonge Street, Newmarket
August 14, 2025 To August 31, 2025
6475467026
Free
For two stylish weeks, Upper Canada Mall will be introducing Style Capsules — a showcase of five curated fashion displays, each representing a key trend for the upcoming ... »
Baskin-Robbins – Central Parkway Mall, 377 Burnhamthorpe Road East, Mississauga
August 13, 2025
FREE
Baskin-Robbins Canada is hosting a Guest Appreciation Event at its Central Parkway Mall location in Mississauga, offering sweet deals and family-friendly entertainment. Guests can enjoy a special ... »
Trinity Bellwoods Park, 790 Queen St W, Toronto
August 12, 2025
Free
Join us for a free community event dedicated to keeping Toronto families safe and connected. Hosted by a Toronto non-profit INGA EDUCATES in partnership with Toronto Police ... »
Mill St E., Downtown Acton
August 10, 2025
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 ... »
Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre, 14732 Woodbine Avenue, Stouffville
August 10, 2025
9057278954
Free
Join us as exhibitors from across southern Ontario display their prized antique and classic cars at the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum’s Annual Antique & Classic Car Show! This ... »
Trillium Park, 955 Lake Shore Blvd. West, Toronto
August 9, 2025 To August 10, 2025
Free
This annual celebration returns to SummerSeries in Trillium Park for two full days of live music. Ranging from indie folk to psychedelic electronica to poetic hip-hop, Canadian ... »
Chinatown, Toronto
August 9, 2025 To August 10, 2025
Free
Celebrate Asian culture at one of Toronto’s most vibrant street festivals! With varying vendors, live cultural performances, lion dances, martial arts, family activities, and delicious Asian ... »
Thistletown Plaza, 988 Albion Road, Toronto
August 9, 2025
Free
We’re hosting Taste of Albion 2025 The Albion and Islington Square BIA is thrilled to announce Taste of Albion, a successor to the 15 year legacy of Fusion ... »
Various Venues, Burlington
August 9, 2025
Free
Doors Open Burlington will showcase the infrastructure and cultural landscapes that shape and define our community. Join us to catch a behind-the-scenes look at cultural and historical ... »
Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
August 9, 2025
Free
This one-day Punjabi Music Festival will feature a FREE concert with international Punjabi superstars, Bhangra performances, food trucks, dancing, shopping, Kids Zone, fashion shows, Seniors lounge and ... »
Christie Pits Park, 750 Bloor St W, Toronto
August 9, 2025
Free
Get ready to groove under the open sky! Transient Reverie will take the stage for a FREE concert to celebrate music, community, and the joy of summer. ... »
YZD Runway, 10 Hanover Road, North York
August 9, 2025 To August 10, 2025
Free
Adventure Awaits on the Runway! Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at YZD this August, where the historic 2km runway transforms into a playground of exhilarating activities ... »
Uptown Keswick Parkette, 2 The Queensway S., Keswick
August 9, 2025 To September 13, 2025
Free
Browse the unique stores, shops and restaurants of Uptown Keswick. Enjoy a cool refreshing drink or delicious ice cream to the sounds of incredible local musicians. **LINE ... »
Union Station – Front Street Plaza, Toronto
August 9, 2025
Free
. Skratch Bastid, DJ, producer and all-around crowd favourite, brings his signature style to Union Station for a one-night-only free performance to close out Union Summer. For the ... »
Grange Park, , 26 Grange Road, Toronto
August 8, 2025
4165983444
Free
University Settlement is proud to host the 84 annual Grange Festival. The Grange Festival is a free public, outdoor fair with engaging performances and a range of fun-filled ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
August 8, 2025 To August 10, 2025
Free
Celebrate the rich culture and vibrancy of the African continent with many free events that span live music, films, dance workshops and more. Join us for a ... »
STACKT Market, 28 Bathurst Street, Toronto
August 3, 2025
Free
Annual Toronto Black Vegan Festival allows you to enjoy vegan meals and delicacies with unique African and Caribbean flavours. The menus range from vegan versions of traditional ... »
CNE Horse Palace, 15 Nova Scotia Avenue, Toronto
August 3, 2025 To August 14, 2025
Free
Marking the unofficial start to the CNE, HorseCapades at the Horse Palace with a program designed to introduce the young and the young at heart to the ... »
Withrow Park, 725 Logan Avenue, Toronto
August 3, 2025 To August 10, 2025
Pay-What-You-Can
Dusk Dances is returning to Withrow Park! Get ready to immerse yourself in this week-long festival and celebration of dance. Dusk Dances 2025 is curated by Festival Director ... »
Garden Square, 12 Main Street North, Brampton
August 1, 2025
9058742800
Free
Celebrate Carnival on The Rose Patio with a free dance party featuring local DJs spinning soca, dancehall, reggae, and more. Dress up, rep your culture, and revel ... »
Sankofa Square & Coronation Park, Toronto
August 1, 2025 To August 2, 2025
Free
Immerse yourself in the rhythm and soul of the Caribbean at Carnival Village in Sankofa Square and Coronation Park. This cultural hub bursts to life with live ... »
Sobeys Stadium, 1 Shoreham Drive, Toronto
July 26, 2025 To August 7, 2025
Free & Ticketed Days
National Bank Open presented by Rogers in Toronto, an event which annually brings Canada to the centre stage of international sport. The third-oldest tournament in all of ... »
Parc Downsview Park, Orchard Pavilion, Toronto
July 16, 2025 To August 7, 2025
Free
Welcome to Orchard Rendezvous at Downsview Park! Join us for a fun-filled free evening at the Orchard Pavilion. Our program runs from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM before each ... »
Old City Hall, 60 Queen St. W., Toronto
July 11, 2025 To August 29, 2025
Free
City of Toronto kicks off Summer at Old City Hall with free programming to showcase and celebrate local heritage. The City of Toronto will launch Summer at ... »
Markham Museum, 9350 Markham Road, Markham
July 10, 2025 To August 14, 2025
Free
Night at the Museum presented by Don Valley North Toyota, Don Valley North Lexus and Genesis Markham returns to Markham Museum grounds this summer! On four different ... »
Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts, 10268 Yonge St, Richmond Hill
July 8, 2025 To August 19, 2025
Free
Richmond Hill hosts several live concert events throughout the community that are part of our Summer Series and feature an exciting line-up of performers, tribute bands and ... »
Toronto Public Library - Mount Dennis, 1123 Weston Road, Toronto
July 8, 2025 To August 19, 2025
Free
Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes at a staff-led story time for the entire family. For children 0-5 years and their parents or caregivers. This program takes place ... »
Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, North York
July 3, 2025 To August 21, 2025
Free
Enjoy outdoor concerts by an eclectic roster of popular artists, set in the natural beauty of the gardens, rain or shine. (indoors in case of extreme weather). ... »
Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto
July 3, 2025 To August 28, 2025
Free
Join us for our exciting series of FREE outdoor movie nights set against the stunning backdrop of Evergreen Brick Works. Get ready to immerse yourself in the ... »
Mill Pond Park and Oak Ridges Branch (Library), 314 Mill Street, Richmond Hill
July 3, 2025 To August 28, 2025
Free
Richmond Hill hosts several live concert events throughout the community that are part of our Summer Series and feature an exciting line-up of performers, tribute bands and ... »
Berczy Park, 35 Wellington St E, Toronto
July 2, 2025 To August 20, 2025
Free
Enjoy free lunchtime musical performances in Berczy Park every Wednesday in July and August from 11:30am – 1:30pm to enjoy live music from Toronto artists. Who is it ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
July 2, 2025 To August 27, 2025
416-973-4600
Free Event
Immerse yourself in the infectious rhythm of music! Toronto’s favourite outdoor dance event, Dancing on the Square, is back! Every Wednesday in July and August, learn ... »
YZD, 34 Hanover Rd., North York
June 14, 2025 To October 11, 2025
FREE
Canoe Through Toronto’s Lost Waterways and Explore Toronto’s Environmental History This summer, embark on Runway Rivers, an interactive art installation that lets you canoe across ... »
The Commons at Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
May 31, 2025 To September 27, 2025
Admission into the market is free
Every Saturday, enjoy the best in seasonal produce, meats and products with Ontario’s farmers and small batch producers. The Harbourfront Farmers Market is a celebration of ... »
Union Station, 55 Front St W, Toronto
May 22, 2025 To October 23, 2025
Free
Union Station is proud to unveil Aura, a series of new art installations by acclaimed Filipino-Canadian artist Jason Zante, now on view in Canada’s busiest transit ... »
Union Station, 65 Front Street West, Toronto
February 12, 2025 To August 31, 2025
Free
The exhibition located in the West Wing is a co-curatorial project in collaboration with MakeRoom Inc. Union’s relationship with MakeRoom Inc was born out of a ... »
CF Toronto Eaton Centre, 220 Yonge St, Toronto
March 14, 2026 To March 15, 2026
5146214027
Free
Step backstage and go from everyday to red-carpet ready with the A-LIST Collection by TRESemmé. Indulge in luxurious hair with six prestige-inspired styling products delivering signature fragrance ... »