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Get to Markham to enjoy one of the tastiest festivals in GTA.
Credit: Taste of Asia
Taste of Asia lights up Markham’s summer season with dazzling cultural performances and foodie delights!
Closing down Kennedy Road between Steeles Avenue and Denison Street, the iconic festival fills the street with three-day non-stop festivities this weekend preceding Canada Day from June 27 to 29.
The three-day event features over 150 food vendors offering a wide range of dishes, including Asian-fusion cuisine, desserts, and popular items such as crispy boneless chicken, rose tteokbokki, and bubble tea. Vendors include Maki Mart, Chicken Plus, WUBAEATS, and Mango Like Desserts, among others.
Alongside culinary offerings, the festival will present a lineup of cultural performances that reflect the rich traditions of Asian communities in Canada and abroad. Audiences can expect a mix of traditional and contemporary dance, music, and visual displays, with participation from both local artists and international performers. Among the featured acts is Fred Cheng, a well-known artist from Asia.
Attendees can enjoy not only the diverse culinary offerings but also fun minigames and family-friendly attractions.
The festival was first introduced in 2003 to boost the local economy following the SARS epidemic, promote Canada’s multicultural mosaic, and foster harmony among various cultural groups.
Taste of Asia – Trip Planning
What: One of the biggest Asian festivals in Canada.
When:
June 27th – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
June 28th – 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
June 29th – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Kennedy & Steeles, Markham, ON L3R 0Y5,
Outside of Pacific Mall at 7157 Kennedy Rd #7113, Markham
Road Closures:
Kennedy Road between Steeles Avenue and Denison Street from Friday, June 27, 2025, at 10 a.m. to Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
How much: Free Admission
