Get ready Toronto because September is an exciting month in the city. From festivals to TIFF and more, here are the biggest events taking place this September in Toronto. 

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1. TIFF

One of the most popular events in Toronto is back! Known for its premier selection of films from all over the world, TIFF has lived up to this reputation with a lineup of films spanning all genres. TIFF will feature a great selection of films that will leave you wanting more. Here for 11 days, enjoy special events, talks, and enjoy Canadian and International cinema. 

‍Where: Various locations

When: September 5th-15th, 2024

Price: Prices start from free 

Category: Date/Friends

Click here for the website. 

2. Toronto Waterfront Festival

The Toronto Waterfront Festival is back this month at Sugar Beach. Enjoy cultural activities, food, live music, canine watersports competition, and more! The festival is free to attend but attendees are encouraged to voluntarily pay what they can at the information booths.

Where: Sugar Beach (11 Dockside Dr, Toronto, ON M5A 0B6)

When: September 14th-15th, 2024

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

3. Toronto Water Lantern Festival

The Water Lantern Festival is happening at Downsview Park on September 21st! This 1-day festival offers an unforgettable experience, where loved ones come together to enjoy a heartfelt moment. A ticket to this event will include entry into the festival area with access to food trucks, one floating lantern kit, marker, drawstring bag, playing cards, conversation cards, and scavenger hunt giveaway entry. 

Where: Downsview Park (70 Canuck Ave, North York, ON M3K 2C5)

When: September 21st, 2024 (Gates open at 4:30 pm)

Price: Prices start from $17.75

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

4. Toronto International Buskerfest 

The Toronto International BuskerFest is a 4-day festival that you don’t want to miss. Perfect for all ages and featuring circus artistry, daredevils, music, yummy food, and more, you’re in for a great time. Admission is by donation in support of Epilepsy Toronto.

Where: Woodbine Park (1695 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1G7)

When: August 30th-September 2nd, 2024

August 30th-31st: 12 pm – 11 pm

September 1st: 12 pm - 10 pm

September 2nd: 12 pm – 7 pm

Price: Admission by donation 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

5. CNE

The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is wrapping up on September 2nd. This is your last chance to enjoy this annual end-of-summer event that features live entertainment, rides, games, concerts, and cool food vendors too! Click here for all the crazy food to try at the CNE.

Where: Exhibition Place (210 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3)

When: Until September 2nd, 2024 

Price: Prices start from $13

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

6. 38Exhibit

This September, head over to STACKT market and check out the limited-time 38Exhibit, a prestigious art exhibition and auction celebrating the diverse talents of Toronto's vibrant creative community. This 1-day event will feature a unique cultural experience, blending visual art, film, fashion, and live music performances. Make sure to mark your calendars for this unforgettable exhibit experience!

Where: STACKT market (28 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5V 0C6)

When: September 7th, 2024 (5:38 pm - 9:38 pm)

Price: $13

Category: Date/Friends

Click here for the website. 

7. Toronto Oktoberfest 

Toronto Oktoberfest is the city's largest and most authentic Oktoberfest celebration! Taking place at Downsview Airport Lands, this 2-day event will feature games, Polka music, authentic Schuhplattler dancers, a wide selection of quality German and European beers and spirits and much more! Plus, for the first 500 attendees per session, you’ll receive a free 1L German beer steins. 

Where: Downsview Airport Lands (123 Garratt Blvd, Toronto, ON M3K 1Y5)

When: September 27th-28th, 2024 

Price: Prices start from $30

Category: Date/Friends

Click here for the website. 

8. Treasures Book Sale

If you’re a huge bookworm, then you have to check out the Treasures Book Sale happening this month! Find deals on thousands of books, including first editions, rare and collectables starting from $2 and up. Don't forget to bring your bag. Please note that there is a $3 admission fee only on Thursday. Friday and Saturday will be offering free admission. 

Where: Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge St, Toronto)

When: September 19th-21st, 2024 

September 19th: 9:30 am - 7 pm

September 20th: 9 am - 7 pm 

September 21st: 9 am - 4 pm

Price: Free-$3

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for more information.

9. Todotoronto Events

Todotoronto will be hosting an exciting lineup of events this month. Click here for all of our upcoming events! 

10. The Cabbagetown Festival

The Cabbagetown Festival is back this month and its bigger and better than ever. One of Toronto’s longest-running and most beloved street festivals, this 2-day event will feature live music performances, fantastic food, Kid’s Zone, and over 200 unique vendors from Cabbagetown and beyond!

Where: Parliament Street and Carton Street, Cabbagetown, Toronto

When: September 7th-8th, 2024

September 7th: 11 am – 8 pm

September 8th: 11 am – 7 pm

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

11. AsialiciousTO

AsialiciousTO is Toronto’s premier Asian food campaign program, showcasing diverse and delicious cuisines of Asia. Explore Toronto’s Asian cuisine at 100+ participating venues with promotional deals priced at $10, $20, $30 and $40. Plus, the 2024 Asialicious Carnival will return on September 6th to 8th at Woodside Square, which will feature festival food, multicultural performances, workshops, fireworks and more. 

Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out.

When: September 7th-22nd, 2024 

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

12. Pape Village Block Party

The Pape Village Block Party returns on September 14th-15th! This free 2-day street festival will be filled with live music, arts and crafts vendors, a kids fun zone, a vintage car show, and more!

Where: Pape Avenue between Mortimer and Gamble Aves

When: September 14th-15th, 2024 

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

13. Halloween Haunt at Canada’s Wonderland 

Spooky season is here because Halloween Haunt is back at Canada’s Wonderland. Get ready for a good scare because Canada’s Wonderland will be transformed into a scream park filled with Halloween attractions. Enjoy 5 terrifying scare zones, hundreds of monsters, thrilling night rides, live entertainment, 8 mazes including a new attraction and more. Get ready to scream! 

Where: Canada's Wonderland (9580 Jane Street, Vaughan Ontario L6A 1S6)

When: September 27th - November 2nd, 2024 (Select nights)

Price: Prices start from $34.99

Category: Date/Friends

Click here for more information.

14. Roncesvalles Polish Festival

The Roncesvalles Polish Festival will be taking place in Toronto from September 14th-15th. The festival will feature amazing delicious goodies, performances, a family zone, shops, vendors, and many more. 

Where: Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto (between Grafton Ave and Dundas St. W)

When: September 14th-15th, 2024

September 14th: 11 am - 11 pm

September 15th: 11 am to 7 pm

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for more information.

15. T.U. Jazz Fest

The 10th annual T.U. Jazz Fest is back this month. There will be free live music, a world eats market, masterclasses, and fun activities perfect for the whole family. 

Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 5V7)

When: August 30th-September 2nd, 2024

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website.

16. The Queen West Art Crawl Festival

The Queen West Art Crawl Festival will be taking place at Trinity Bellwoods Park. Back for it’s 21st year, this 2-day festival will feature artists, live music, a kids zone, street food and more. 

Where: Trinity Bellwoods Park (790 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1G3)

When: September 21st-22nd, 2024 (11 am - 6 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website.

17. Canadian International Air Show 

The Canadian International Air Show is back for its 75th year with an incredible aerial performance. This year’s show will feature the Royal Air Forces Red Arrows, Canadian Forces Snowbirds and the United States Air Forces F-22 Raptor. 

Where: 1095 Lakeshore Blvd W, Toronto, Ontario

When: August 31st-September 2nd, 2024 (12 pm - 3:40 pm)

Price: Prices start from $80

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

18. Toronto Dragon Festival

Get ready for 3 days filled with delicious Asian street food, lion dances, live performances, martial arts demonstrations, a kid’s zone and more at the Toronto Dragon Festival. 

Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1)

When: August 30th-September 1st, 2024 

August 30th: 5 pm - 11 pm

August 31st: 11 am - 11 pm

September 1st: 11 am - 9 pm

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

19. Fall Colours 

September means that fall is upon us. Leaves typically change colours from mid-September to early October depending on the weather. High Park, Glen Stewart Ravine, Scarborough Bluffs, and Rouge National Urban Park are a few amazing spots to catch the fall colours. 

20. Word on the Street Festival

The Word on the Street Festival is a 2-day event that features over 100 Canadian and Indigenous authors and is Canada’s largest book and magazine marketplace. In it’s 35th year, the festival will feature four stages of programming for book-lovers of all ages!

Where: Queen’s Park (110 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON M7A 1A2)

When: September 28th-29th, 2024 

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

21. Toronto Concerts

There are a ton of concerts happening in Toronto this month that you don't want to miss. Click here for all the best concerts happening in September.

22. Canadian Pet Expo 

The Canadian Pet Expo is the perfect family-friendly event. This 2-day event will feature a vendor marketplace, canine fun zone, feline fest and so much more! 

Where: International Centre (6900 Airport Rd, Mississauga, ON L4V 1E8)

When: September 14th-15th, 2024 

September 14th: 10 am - 6 pm

September 15th: 10 am - 4 pm 

Price: Prices start from $15

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

23. Caribbean Street Food Festival

Check out the Caribbean Street Food Festival happening at STACKT market. This 1-day festival will be filled with yummy food, free samplings, games, music, giveaways and more. 

Where:  STACKT market (28 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5V 0C6)

When: September 1st, 2024 (12 pm - 7 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

24. Taste of North York

Taste of North York is coming to Mel Lastman Square this September! This cultural festival will feature delicious food, live entertainment, artisans, family activities and more. You’re in for a fun time! 

Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 5V7)

When: September 6th-8th, 2024 

September 6th: 6 pm - 10 pm 

September 7th: 12 pm - 10 pm 

September 8th: 12 pm - 8 pm 

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

25. Trinbago Festival

Head over to Nathan Phillips Square for the largest Trinidad & Tobago food and music festival. Enjoy Trinidad and Tobago cuisine, cultural performances, special booths and more. 

Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1)

When: September 7th-8th, 2024 

September 7th: 1 pm - 10 pm 

September 8th: 1 pm - 8 pm 

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

26. Filipino Night Market - Ube Wonderland

The Filipino Night Market will be popping up at Scarborough Town Centre this month. For 3 days, enjoy delicious Filipino food, entertainment, shopping, and amazing vibes.  

Where: Scarborough Town Centre (300 Borough Dr, Scarborough, ON M1P 4P5)

When: September 6th-8th, 2024 (2 pm - 10 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for more information. 

27. Taste of the Junction

The 2nd annual Taste of the Junction is back this month! This 1-day event features 20 exceptional local businesses, music and there will be a debut of the new 765 sq foot animated mural. 

Where: Jackson Place (51 Vine Ave, Toronto, ON, M6P 1V6)

When: September 7th, 2024 (12 pm - 9 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

28. Art Bash 2024 

Art Bash is the AGO’s signature fundraising event and it’s happening this month. Head over to this event and explore the AGO’s Moments in Modernism exhibition. Join for an evening of fashion, music, food and more. 

Where: Art Gallery of Ontario (317 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 1G4)

When: September 26th, 2024 (8 pm - 1 am)

Price: $200

Category: Date/Friends 

Click here for the website. 

29. Twilight In Concert

If you’re a huge fan of Twilight, then you don’t want to miss the Twilight in Concert. Celebrate the 15th anniversary of the legendary romance saga with a breathtaking film-to-concert experience. Relive the magic of the original movie, enhanced by a sensational live band performing on stage along with a candlelit atmosphere.

Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1B2)

When: September 6th, 2024 (Starts at 8 pm)

Price: Prices start from $75

Category: Date/Friends 

Click here for more information. 

30. Kensington Market Pedestrian Sundays

Walk around and explore what Kensington Market has to offer at Pedestrian Sundays. Filled with music, art, and tasty food, you’re in for a great time! 

Where: Kensington Market

When: September 29th, 2024

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

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