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July is an exciting month in Toronto, with a list of exciting events that everyone can enjoy for free! From street festivals to fun outdoor activities and more, here are the best free things to do in Toronto this July that you don't want to miss.
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1. TD Salsa on St. Clair Street Festival
This free 2-day street festival will feature over 350 performers, delicious food and treats, salsa dance parties, art exhibitions, free Latin dance lessons at various schools across the city, and the exciting La Fiesta Parade!
Where: St. Clair Ave West – between Winona Rd and Christie St
When: July 6th-7th, 2024
July 6th: 12 pm - 10 pm
July 7th: 12 pm - 8:30 pm
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
2. Toronto Outdoor Art Fair
Enjoy Toronto's largest & oldest art fair for free! Taking place at Nathan Phillips Square, the 3-day event features established visual artists, installations, guided tours, kids programs, and more.
Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1)
When: July 12th-14th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
3. Canada Day Fireworks
Celebrate Canada Day by catching the fireworks show display. Canada's Wonderland, Ashbridges Bay, Niagara Falls, and many more will be putting on a fireworks show to celebrate! Click here for all the best spots to catch the Canada Day fireworks.
4. Beaches Jazz Festival
Beaches Jazz Festival is a free month-long event that you have to check out. From Sounds of Leslieville & Riverside to Salsa on the Beach to Streetfest, there is something for everyone.
Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out.
When: July 5th-28th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
5. Free Main Floor at ROM
ROM will be offering free admission to the main floor. Plus, there will be live performances and educational activities for kids.
Where: ROM (100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C6)
When: July 2nd-September 2nd, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
6. OssFest
Celebrate one of the coolest streets in the world with all of the amazing restaurants, retail shops, and businesses in the Ossington neighbourhood for free! There will be music, entertainment programming, and so much more.
Where: Ossington Ave between Queen St W and Dundas St W
When: July 27th, 2024 (11 am-midnight)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
7. Taste of Lawrence
This 3-day festival celebrates international food, music and culture. There will be over 150 street vendors, kid workshops, rides, live entertainment, and midway rides. Plus, admission is free!
Where: Lawrence Avenue East, Warden Avenue & Birchmount Road
When: July 5th-7th, 2024
July 5th: 6 pm - 11 pm
July 6th: 11 am - 11 pm
July 7th: 11 am - 8 pm
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
8. Free Edwards Summer Music Series
The Edwards Summer Music Series taking place at Toronto Botanical Garden is a free outdoor music experience that you should check out. This series include 8 free outdoor concerts that will happen every Thursday night in July and August.
Where: Toronto Botanical Garden (777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON M3C 1P2)
When: July-August, 2024 (Every Thursday night at 7 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
9. Toronto Outdoor Picture Show
The Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) presents On the Job, a free outdoor movie program that you need to experience. Make sure to check out this fun activity happening at Christie Pits and Corktown Common this month. Click here for the full list of free outdoor movies to enjoy in Toronto this summer.
Where: Various locations; click here to find out.
When: Until August 25th, 2024 (Showtime at sundown)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
10. BIG on Bloor
This 2-day festival will feature activations, outdoor murals, window displays, public installations, other projects, entertainment, art workshops, and many more.
Where: Bloor Street West, between Dufferin to Lansdowne
When: July 20th-21st, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
11. TD Festival of South Asia
The Festival of South Asia is back for its 22nd year! Head over to Gerrard India Bazaar and enjoy amazing food, drinks, entertainment and more.
Where: Gerrard St E (Glenside Ave. to Coxwell Ave.)
When: July 20th-21st, 2024 (12 pm - 11 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
12. Free Canada Day Admission at ROM
To celebrate Canada Day, the Royal Ontario Museum will be offering free admission to the public. No ticket is needed on July 1st.
Where: ROM (100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C6)
When: July 1st, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
13. Taste Of The Middle East Toronto Festival
Taste of the Middle East is happening at Nathan Phillips Square this month. This 3-day festival will celebrate Arabic music, art and culture.
Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1)
When: July 5th-7th, 2024
July 5th: 6 pm - 11 pm
July 6th: 11 am - 11 pm
July 7th: 11 am - 9 pm
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
14. Canada Day at Downsview Park
Celebrate Canada Day at Downsview Park! Taking place on July 1st, enjoy live entertainment, kid-friendly games, inflatables, vendors, fireworks and delicious food!
Where: Downsview Park (70 Canuck Ave, North York, ON M3K 2C5)
When: July 1st, 2024 (4 pm - 10:30 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
15. Afrofest
Come and enjoy the best of African music & culture in the heart of the city. There will be 80+ vendors, a children’s creative village, performances and more.
Where: Woodbine Park (1675 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto, ON M4L 3W6)
When: July 5th-7th, 2024
July 5th: 6 pm - 11 pm
July 6th: 12 pm - 11 pm
July 7th: 12 pm - 9 pm
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
16. Union Summer
Enjoy music, live performances, food vendors, drinks and more at Union Summer. This is the perfect spot to hang out with friends and family.
Where: Union (65 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5J 1E3)
When: June 24th-August 25th, 2024
Sun-Wed: 11 am - 8 pm
Thu-Fri: 11 am - 9 pm
Sat: 11 am - 10 pm
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
17. Summer Music in the Garden
Head over to Toronto Music Garden and enjoy an intimate live music experience for free by the Waterfront. This event will feature 18 free performances by JUNO Award-winning Canadian musicians and is one you don't want to miss.
Where: Toronto Music Garden (479 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5V 3M8)
When: Until August 29th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
18. Free Outdoor Movie Nights at Evergreen Brick Works
Join Evergreen Brick Works this month and watch Shrek for free on the big screen.
Where: Evergreen Brick Works (550 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M4W 3X8)
When: July 18th, 2024 (5:30 pm – 9:30 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
19. Beaches Artisan Market
The Beaches Artisan Market will feature over 50 independent artists, artisans, makers, and designers. Admission to the market is free and as an added treat, kids will be getting free face painting too!
Where: 2075 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1J1
When: July 13th, 2024 (11 am - 5 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
20. AlohaFest
AlohaFest is happening this month! This 1-day event will showcase Polynesian art, culture, and dance. There will be live music, performances, an Aloha Marketplace, and more.
Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 5V7)
When: July 20th, 2024 (11 am - 7 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
21. Yonge North York Canada Day Celebration
Head over to Mel Lastman Square for a fun day of celebrations on Canada Day. There will be a free kids zone, performances, a sweets festival, a spectacular NorthFIRE show and more.
Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 5V7)
When: July 1st, 2024 (12 pm - 10 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
22. Toronto Flower Market
Browse and shop around Ontario grown flowers & plants and connect with local florists and growers. Admission to the Toronto Flower Market is free!
Where: 1001 Queen Street West
When: July 13th, 2024 (10 am - 3 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
23. College Park After Hours
College Park will be hosting a free movie for the public to enjoy. There will be pre-show concerts, snacks from the maker's market, and more. Enjoy Secret Life of Pets for free on July 3rd.
Where: College Park (444 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 2H4)
When: July 3rd, 2024 (Starts at 3 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
24. Mixto Festival
Mixto Festival will be free this year. This 2-day festival will take place at Trillium Park and will feature live music, arts, culture, dance and more.
Where: Trillium Park (955 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M6K 3B9)
When: July 13th-14th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
25. Kensington Market Pedestrian Sundays
Walk around and explore what Kensington Market has to offer at Pedestrian Sundays. With an atmosphere filled with music, art, and tasty food, you’re in for a great time!
Where: Kensington Market
When: July 28th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
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