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A weekly digest of what’s on in and around Toronto this weekend: Activities, Food Festivals, Exhibitions, Live Music, Live Theatre & Performances, Sports and Festivals in Toronto. A few GTA events are listed.
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Contents:
- Live Music, Concerts & Music Festivals
- Theatre & Theatre Festivals
- Sports
- Festivals
- All Other Events – food, tours, markets and more!
I. Live Music
EDM Concerts/Concert Tours
Live Concerts & Music Festivals This Month in Toronto
- Headliner Concert Tours in Toronto
- ARLO PARKS – DESIRE TOUR on Friday, September 4 | 07:00 PM @ History Toronto
- ANIRUDH XV TOUR on Saturday, September 5 | 06:30 PM @ Scotiabank Arena
- Henry Moodie – Mood Swings World Tour on Saturday, September 5 | 06:30 PM @ The Mod Club
- RÜFÜS DU SOL NORTH AMERICA on Saturday, September 5 | 07:30 PM @ Rogers Centre
- Pitbull – I’m Back with special guest Lil Jon on Saturday, September 5 | 08:00 PM @ RBC Amphitheatre
- nate sib: reborn tour on Sunday, September 6 | 07:00 PM @ The Mod Club
- BABYMETAL WORLD TOUR 2026 on Monday, September 7 | 07:20 PM @ RBC Amphitheatre
CNE, Princes' Boulevard, Toronto
August 21, 2026 To September 6, 2026
General Admission
This year’s CNE music line-up is brimming with talent from the likes of international superstars such as Luciano, 98 Degrees, Bishop Briggs, and The Commodores, to multiplatinum ... »
Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St, North York
September 4, 2026 To September 6, 2026
Free
T.U. Jazz Fest Returns to Mel Lastman Square for 12th Annual Labour Day Weekend Celebration Canada’s Largest Jazz Festival for Emerging Artists Serves Up Free ... »
Fort York, 250 Fort York Boulevard, Toronto
September 5, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$75+fees & up
Dive into the electric energy of Toronto this summer at Electric Island's 14th edition, turning the city's parks into the epicenter of electronic music. Spanning eight days ... »
Casa Loma, 1 Austin Terrace Toronto
September 7, 2026
416.923.1171
$55
Symphony in the Gardens at Casa Loma Monday evenings in the summer, Casa Loma plays host to the Casa Loma Symphony Orchestra, under the artistic direction of ... »
Cherry Beach, Toronto
September 7, 2026
$37.23 - $45.62
DJs. Friends. On A Beach. 26 years of cutting-edge community electronic music parties. From June to Labour Day. Located at Cherry Beach Park. Come dance under the sun ... »
Soldier's Tower, 7 Hart House Circle, Toronto
September 7, 2026
Free
Recitals are free and open to the public. Although the carillon can be heard clearly at a distance, the best places to listen are Hart House Circle ... »
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II. Live Theatre and Related Events
Crow's Theatre, 345 Carlaw Ave, Toronto
August 25, 2026 To October 11, 2026
6473417390
$30 to $110
Rohinton Mistry’s beloved novel exploring resilience and injustice during India’s 1975 Emergency comes to life in a new stage adaptation. In a cramped Bombay apartment turned ... »
Red Sandcastle Theatre, 922 Queen St. East, Toronto
September 1, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$20 - $25
The secret’s out… In September, 2026, Deborah Shaw’s shattering solo show “her.” returns for a strictly limited 6-performance run. Directed by David Agro, it’s a ... »
Comedy Bar West, 945 Bloor St W, Toronto
September 4, 2026 To September 18, 2026
$23-$25
The Audition dives into the chaotic world of trying to book the job. Each night, performers move through cold reads, callbacks, strange direction, and unexpected twists as ... »
Theatre ‘73 at The Second City, 1 York Street, Toronto
September 4, 2026 To September 5, 2026
$25
Hosted and produced by Taylor Hreljac and Gabe Meacher, Spotlight at The Second City presents monthly showcases featuring two buzzing sketch comedy acts performing 30 minute sets for ... »
The John Candy Box, 1 York Street Toronto
September 5, 2026 To November 7, 2026
4169023315
$25
In Worlds Collide, your favourite characters get smashed together in an explosive, unpredictable show. Eight of Toronto’s funniest comedians play characters from fiction, history, pop culture ... »
Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen St W, Toronto
September 5, 2026
Free
Celebrate the Canadian Opera Company’s (COC) upcoming season before the curtain rises! Back for its second year, the COC Open House invites you to step inside ... »
The Coal Mine Theatre, 2076 Danforth Ave. Toronto
September 6, 2026 To September 27, 2026
$45.00 - $82.50
In the aftermath of a life-altering harmful relationship, Pre-Existing Condition explores the challenges, shared community and everyday indignities of learning to move forward. Described as “potent” and “... »
Ongoing Theatre Events
Performing Arts & Theatre in Toronto
- Twelfth Night until September 6 @ High Park Amphitheatre
- The Great Gatsby until September 6 @ CAA Theatre
- The Wedding Party: A Dinner Theatre Escape Room until August 30 @ Old Mill Toronto
- The Perfect Bite, A Dinner Experience Inspired by Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery @ Peter Pan Bistro
III. Sports
Trans Canada Trail, Canada
September 1, 2026 To September 30, 2026
Free
The Great Canadian Hike is a nationwide challenge to hike, bike, paddle or roll in support the Trans Canada Trail. From September 1-30, 2026, we’re calling on ... »
Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, 3233 Concession Rd 10, Bowmanville
September 4, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$40 & up
CTMP’s 65th anniversary major event season comes to a close with a big co-feature line-up on September 4–6, as the NASCAR Canada Series and the Trans Am ... »
BMO Field. 170 Princes' Blvd, Toronto
September 5, 2026
$40 & up
Toronto FC faces off against Chicago Fire FC in a thrilling Major League Soccer showdown. HOW MUCH Tickets : $40 & up How to get tickets? Buy Online Phone: 1... »
BMO Field, 170 Princes' Blvd, Toronto
September 6, 2026
$25 & up
Rally behind AFC Toronto during its 2026 season in the Northern Super League. As one of the league’s founding clubs, AFC Toronto represents a major step forward ... »
IV. Festivals
Exhibition Place, Toronto, ON
August 21, 2026 To September 7, 2026
416-263-3330
$25.11 & up
Taking place over the 18 days leading up to and including Labour Day, the CNE offers a wide variety of entertainment and events including Bandshell concerts, celebrity chef ... »
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 ... »
Toronto Zoo, 2000 Meadowvale Road, Toronto
September 2, 2026 To January 3, 2027
$27 to $38
Visit your Toronto Zoo after dark and journey through an illuminated animal lantern experience! Experience the Zoo after hours as more than 2,000 handcrafted illuminated lanterns transform the ... »
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 ... »
Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington
September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026
$2 - $4
Canada’s Largest Ribfest is making a triumphant return to Spencer Smith Park this Labour Day weekend! As always, Ribfest will be four days of free family-fun, ... »
Nathan Philips Square, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto
September 4, 2026 To September 6, 2026
Free
Toronto, get ready for an unforgettable spectacle! The seventh annual Toronto Dragon Festival (TDF) returns to Nathan Phillips Square from Friday, September 4 to Sunday, September 6, transforming downtown ... »
P6 Parking Lot, Square One Shopping Centre, City Centre Drive, Mississauga
September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Free
The Mississauga Moon & Lantern Festival celebrates the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival, one of the most cherished cultural celebrations in many Asian communities. Featuring lantern displays, cultural performances, ... »
Marilyn Bell Park, 1095 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Free & Ticketed Areas
Celebrate North America’s longest running air show. The Canadian International Air Show will hold its 77th edition in 2026. The 2026 lineup brings together seasoned favourites and ... »
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... »
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 ... »
Muslim Neighbour Nexus (MNN), 3520 Odyssey Dr, Mississauga
September 5, 2026 To September 6, 2026
2896822786
Free
Get ready for Taste of Mississauga – Summer Festival 2026 — two exciting days packed with delicious food, live entertainment, family fun, shopping, and community celebration! ❤️ 🌮 Taste Something New! Explore ... »
Canada's Wonderland, 1 Canada's Wonderland Drive, Vaughan
September 6, 2026
Park Admission
Canada's Wonderland will present its spectacular fireworks display when the Park closes at 10:00 pm (weather permitting). Spend your day enjoying our 200 attractions, including our 17 roller coasters and ... »
V. Exhibitions, Food Events, Other Activities & Events
Queen St. W. at University Ave to CNE grounds, Toronto
September 7, 2026
Free
Join us as we take the streets with over 20,000 labour members to honour the past, present and future victories of the Labour Movement at this year’s ... »
Pearson Convention Centre, 2638 Steeles Ave E, Brampton
September 7, 2026
$25
Travel. Celebrate. Fly with Flair. ✈️ ✨ Massive Live Production ✨ High-Energy Garba Experience ✨ Thousands Celebrating Together ✨ Premium Sound, Lights & Atmosphere ✨ The Ultimate Navratri Weekend Celebration This Labour ... »
River Gambler, 176 Cherry St, Toronto
September 6, 2026
8884503991
$25.94 - $39.20
Daylight → golden hour → sunset → skyline → night views — the city changing around you every hour Step aboard with 500+ guests and see your city like never before. Experience a ... »
The Parkdale Hall, 1605 Queen St W #2, Toronto
September 6, 2026
Free
Celebrate hard work & handmade talent at Toronto Sunday Market’s Labour Day edition, Sep 6. Celebrate hard work and handmade talent with the city’s finest creators ... »
Lake Inez, 1471 Gerrard St E, Toronto
September 6, 2026 To October 4, 2026
Free
Birra Moretti is hosting The Birra Moretti Sunday Social at Toronto’s Lake Inez. Inspired by Lake Inez’s coveted Mystery Patio experience, known for its secret ... »
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 ... »
Pickering Museum Village, 2365 Concession Road 6, Pickering
September 5, 2026 To September 6, 2026
905-683-8401
$37.59
Transform old metals into a stunning, one-of-a-kind keepsake in this hands-on workshop, located in the historic Greenwood Blacksmith Shop. Discover the rich history of jewelry as an ... »
The International Centre, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga
September 5, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$12 to $45
Step inside the world’s most prestigious cat show. Two days. Five hundred champions. Fourteen rings of live judging. One unforgettable celebration of every whisker, paw, and ... »
River Gambler, 176 Cherry St, Toronto
September 5, 2026
8884503991
$21.15 - $71.06
🛩️ Watch the Canadian International Air Show From the Water There are many ways to watch the Toronto Air Show — but very few feel like this. This September, ... »
High Park Terrace, 111 Princes' Blvd, Toronto
September 5, 2026 To September 6, 2026
From CA$168.38
Back by popular demand, The Sky Lounge Experience returns to Hotel X Toronto on Labour Day long weekend for an exclusive celebration: the Snowbirds Farewell Edition. Catch ... »
Lassonde Art Trail, 39 Commissioners St, Toronto
September 5, 2026
Free
Join us for ‘Sketch and Walk’, a hybrid walk-and-workshop art experience on the Lassonde Art Trail. In this session led by architect and artist, Julie Ourceau, participants ... »
Woodbine Park, 1695 Queen Street East, Toronto
September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026
4169649095
$10
Join in the fun at Bark in the Park TO, a four-day event dedicated to dogs and dog lovers! This unique festival is packed with fun activities, ... »
International Centre, Hall 5, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga
September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026
$45
Embark on an exhilarating journey of cultural extravaganza at the Navrang Navratri Festival Canada 2026. Join us at this vibrant garba event organized by Diversity Cultural Association, where ... »
Humes Auction Farm, 9313 Fourth Line, Halton Hills
September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026
$10-$15
Join us for four unforgettable days at Steam-Era 2026, one of Canada’s premier heritage machinery shows. Presented by the Ontario Steam & Antique Preservers Association, Steam-Era brings ... »
SeeScape, 347 Keele Street, Toronto
September 4, 2026
$5 advanced/$8 at door
On September 4th, join us for the best Robocop knock-off you will see! Lady Battle Cop! Movie info: Two seemingly invincible fighters, one good, one evil, square ... »
The Great Hall, 1087 Queen St W, Toronto
September 3, 2026 To September 4, 2026
70.94
“Humari Kahani” by Virasat is an immersive live musical storytelling and theatre show. It features spoken-word narration, original live music, and dance performances exploring themes of heritage, ... »
Worth Gallery, 830 Dundas St W, Toronto
September 3, 2026 To September 13, 2026
236 688 3977
Free
Art Exhibition: Toronto-based artist Case Mackeen opens Botanical, a solo exhibition of 10 original paintings depicting the flowers and gardens of Corso Italia, at Worth Gallery. Each work ... »
Remote Gallery , 568 Richmond St W, Toronto
September 3, 2026 To September 6, 2026
Free
In celebration of the 2026 Polaris Festival, presented by SiriusXM Canada, Polaris presents Un/Covering Memory – Personal Reinterpretations in the Polaris Cover Sessions, an exhibition and listening experience ... »
Chudleigh’s Entertainment Farm, 9528 Regional Road 25, Halton Hills, Halton
August 27, 2026 To October 25, 2026
$0 - $18.50
The farm is a place for families to not only select their own apples, but to enjoy a taste of country life. Apples come in many varieties ... »
Pickering Museum Village, 2365 Concession Road 6, Pickering
August 22, 2026 To October 30, 2026
905-683-8401
$51.04
Join us for an unforgettable evening in the heart of our historic village museum, where every creak, shadow, and whisper tells a story. Guided by professional psychic ... »
St. Anne's Anglican Church, 270 Gladstone Avenue, Toronto
August 22, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free Admission
Where Walls Meet Sky, a major, free, site-specific contemporary art exhibition curated by Rui Pimenta (Art Spin), opens August 22 and runs through September 13, 2026, at St. Anne’s ... »
Ace Hotel, 51 Camden Street, Toronto
August 22, 2026 To September 5, 2026
Free
“Sound of Stms” invites a different guest DJ each week alongside organizer Tdesu —for a free evening of soulful sonics at Ace Hotel Toronto every Saturday ranging ... »
Various Locations, GTA
August 21, 2026 To September 7, 2026
$35 to $60 +fees
The Royal Canadian Circus returns in 2026 with an electrifying all-new production that blends world-class acrobatics, breathtaking visuals, and the heart of timeless circus tradition. Inspired by the ... »
Pocket Planet Canada, 10 Dundas Street East, B1, Toronto
August 21, 2026 To September 18, 2026
(647) 578-4663
$24 - $44
Calling all K-pop fans! Get ready for The Ultimate K-Pop Adventure, a limited-time Mini Mission at Pocket Planet Canada (formerly Little Canada). Explore North America’s largest ... »
CAMH, 1001 Queen St West, Toronto
August 15, 2026 To October 10, 2026
4379907374
Free
Toronto Flower Market is back for the 13th season. One Saturday every month from Mother’s Day weekend through Thanksgiving, support local by shopping seasonal blooms from ... »
Downey’s U-pick Farm, 13707 Heart Lake Road, Caledon
August 14, 2026 To October 31, 2026
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 farm is open for apple ... »
The Hub, 837 Dundas Street West, Toronto
August 8, 2026 To September 13, 2026
$10-$30
The CaribbeanTales International Film Festival (CTFF) and the Trinidad & Tobago-based Caribbean Film Festival (CFF) have joined forces for a landmark collaboration, presenting a special joint edition ... »
St Lawrence North Market, 92 Front Street East, Toronto
August 2, 2026 To December 20, 2026
(416) 483-6471
FREE
A weekly antiques market featuring antiques, art, jewellery, silver, decorative arts, collectibles, books, ephemera and vintage treasures from quality dealers in the heart of downtown Toronto. Join ... »
Mapleton Acres Flower Farm, 7352 16th Line, Arthur
August 1, 2026 To September 20, 2026
2262200838
$39.00
Armed with a pair of snips and our custom Mapleton Acres u-pick cup, you’ll head out into the flower field to cut your perfect bouquet. You’... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
July 25, 2026 To September 5, 2026
(416) 973-4000
Free
Super Yummy brings Toronto’s food scene to our waterfront with fresh flavours from Ton of Juice Plus, Filipino BBQ at Hangouts Foods, pizza from Heartbroken and ... »
The Village at Black Creek, 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, Toronto
July 18, 2026 To November 29, 2026
$36.05 & up
Step inside a real 1800s village transformed into Canada’s largest immersive open-world puzzle adventure. Lost & Found invites you to explore 30 acres and 43 historic buildings at ... »
Sankofa Square, 20 Dundas St East, Toronto
June 27, 2026 To September 5, 2026
$20
This 2-hour guided walk explores Downtown Yonge at its most relaxed and welcoming. Along the way, you’ll visit four to five local restaurants and businesses, enjoying ... »
Mountsberg Conservation Area (Reservations Required), Milburough Line, Campbellville
June 20, 2026 To September 6, 2026
$149 +HST plus park admission for a maximum of 2 people
Experience having a free-flying hawk fly and land next to you! During this private program, you will join our Raptor Centre staff and one of our trained ... »
Green P, 125 Burnaby Blvd, Toronto
June 7, 2026 To October 25, 2026
(647) 376-3294
Free
The 9th Annual Eglinton Way BIA Farmers’ Market Season Opens June 7th! Since 2018, our market has become a staple weekly event dedicated to strengthening and promoting our ... »
Pickering Museum Village, 3550 Greenwood Road, Greenwood
May 30, 2026 To September 19, 2026
905-683-8401
$107.68
Join us for a special edition of Plot to Plate, where you’ll learn to grow, harvest, and care for heirloom vegetables. This hands-on gardening experience allows ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
May 3, 2026 To October 11, 2026
416.586.8097
Free
Walking tours of Toronto. ROMWalks encompass the diverse aspects of Toronto's vibrant neighbourhoods including history, architecture, arts of all varieties, education and more. Most tours are free. »
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Love how this is supposed to be “things to do in TORONTO” and most of them are outside of the city…
The Toronto Zoo Drive Thru isn’t free…tickets need to be bought online.
Missed the halal food festival…
I’m so happy Grease the Musical is coming back!!! I’ve seen it twice and loved it, can’t wait to go again! The girl who plays Sandy is EVERYTHING
Serena – its called google. try it
Where are there firework shows tonight 😎 In Scarborough but will travel
Let us give thanks to the TTC for making it impossible to go downtown for any events this weekend. Families gather from all around & have to try & take shuttle buses so full I couldn’t get into 3 in a row. Let’s hope they drive, pollute and congest instead. After all, we have a reputation to maintain.
I thought there would be an event in Toronto on September 25, 2016 to commemorate Glenn Gould’s 84th birthday. I’ve done an internet search and can’t find anything!
There was an event last year – https://www.todocanada.ca/city/toronto/event/happy-birthday-glenn-gould/
We don’t know about this year. You may contact Glenn Gould Foundation to see if there is anything planned for September.
http://www.glenngould.ca/32-short-films-about-glenn-gould-sept-27-at-hot-docs/ on Sept 27
Went to Swatzone for air gun shooting over the weekend. Was pretty fun and refereshing. Figured might be interesting to be added as a things to do during long weekend.
Looking for fire works tonight, Monday August 1st?
There are fire works Saturday night in Unionville at dusk. It part of the festival. At Too good pond. Also. Jim where do I come for brusketta? Count me in!!!!
Hi in town for the weekend and looking for some great things to do on saturdaynignt. Got any suggestions? Bob
Looking to get serious about ping pong or just want to play some casual matches? Every Sunday SPiN Toronto holds The League where players of all skill levels battle it out on the courts.
Jim, Lesley, and Rowen…I definitely want to hang out with you guys.
Leslie, for the last time, please return my cats.
Dear Jim- is there a seniors discount and can I bring 3 cats?
Anyone can come over to my place, for some netflix and chill. Saturday nights. I’ll make bruschetta.
The International Music Software Trade Association (IMSTA) is pleased to announce that its annual celebration of Music Technology event, IMSTA FESTA, will be returning to Toronto. Hosted by RYERSON UNIVERSITY, the event is set to take place on October the 17th!
Attendance is FREE at http://www.imsta.org
You can also try Archery Dodgeball – where you can use Bows and foam arrows to shoot at your friends and throw battle axes at them. It is a mixture of Paintball, Dodgeball and Archery all-in-on without the paint and pain.
http://www.battlesports.ca/
Where is the list of fireworks around the GTA or better across a Golden horseshoe?
Victoria Day
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Avast Mateys’ what about the pirate crew?
The Island Rogue of Centre Island has it’s maiden voyage this weekend as we search for sunken treasure!
A family adventure theatre and cruise!
Join us www,piratelife.ca