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Summer officially starts on June 20th and there are a ton of exciting events taking place this summer in the city that you don’t want to miss. From festivals to the CNE and more, here are 30 of the best events happening in Toronto this summer.
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1. The Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS)
Watch a movie underneath the stars for free. The Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) presents On the Job, a free outdoor movie programming spanning 21 days. This is the perfect activity to do this summer!
Where: Various locations; click here to find out.
When: June 19th-August 25th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
2. Veld Music Festival
The Veld Music Festival is back this summer. This Canadian electronic music festival will feature a variety of different artists this year, including Alan Walker, Alesso, and more. This hot music festival is one you got to check out.
Where: Downsview Park (70 Canuck Ave, North York, ON M3K 2C5)
When: August 2nd-4th, 2024
Price: $$$
Category: Date/Friends
3. Canadian National Exhibition
The Canadian National Exhibition is an event that takes place every August in Toronto. Only here for 18 days, this end of summer event features live entertainment, rides, games, concerts, and cool food vendors too!
Where: Exhibition Place (210 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3)
When: August 16th-September 2nd, 2024
Price: $$
Category: Family-friendly
4. Honda Indy
The Honda Indy is a motorsports festival taking place this summer. This 3-day event will feature thrilling races, beer gardens, food trucks, interactive displays, and engaging activities.
Where: Exhibition Place (95 Nunavut Rd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3)
When: July 19th-21st, 2024
Price: $$-$$$
Category: Family-friendly
5. TD Salsa on St. Clair
This summer, TD Salsa on St. Clair will be making its fiery return. The 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
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
6. Toronto Outdoor Art Fair
The Toronto Outdoor Art Fair (TOAF) is the largest & oldest art fair and it's back this summer at Nathan Phillips Square! The fair showcases emerging and 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
7. Toronto Caribbean Carnival Parade
The highly anticipated Toronto Caribbean Carnival Parade will be taking place on August 3rd at Exhibition Place and Lakeshore Boulevard. There will be thousands of masqueraders, so you’re in for a treat!
Where: Exhibition Place and Lakeshore Boulevard
When: August 3rd, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
8. Waterfront Night Market
If you love food and are a self-declared foodie, you need to check out the Waterfront Night Market. Enjoy delicious food, culture, interactive entertainment and more at this 19+ event.
Where: 115 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3, Canada
When: August 9th-11th, 2024
Price: $$
Category: 19+
9. Toronto Concerts
There are a ton of concerts happening in Toronto this summer that you don't want to miss. Click here for all the exciting concerts taking place this summer.
10. Todotoronto Events
Todotoronto will be hosting an exciting lineup of events this summer. Click here for all of our upcoming events!
11. Fan Expo
Fan Expo is coming to Toronto in August! This is Canada’s largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event. This 4-day event will be filled with comics, cosplay, anime, and special guests.
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre (255 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6)
When: August 22nd-25th, 2024
Price: $$-$$$
Category: Family-friendly
12. Smoke-A-Palooza
Smoke-A-Palooza is happening on August 10th! This 1-day event will feature free poutine, games, a beverage garden, the largest poutine eating competition in the world, and more.
Where: Yonge-Dundas Square, soon to be Sankofa Square (1 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8)
When: August 10th, 2024 (11 am - 11 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
13. Movies Under the Stars
Downsview Park will be hosting its 8th annual Movies Under the Stars program. Below is the list of films and dates.
1). Movies Under the Stars - Kung Fu Panda 4 (French) - June 24
2). Movies Under the Stars - Kung Fu Panda 4 (English) - July 19
3). Movies Under the Stars - Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (English) - August 20
4). Movies Under the Stars - Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (French) - August 21
Where: Downsview Park (70 Canuck Ave, North York, ON M3K 2C5)
When: June 24th-August 21st, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
14. TD JerkFest
Experience the ultimate Caribbean vibes at TD JerkFest! Enjoy amazing food, music, performances and more at this 3-day festival. Important to note is that this will be a cashless site.
Where: Centennial Park (256 Centennial Park Road, Etobicoke, Canada, M9C 5N3)
When: August 9th-11th, 2024
Price: $$-$$$
Category: Date/Friends
15. Toronto Food Truck Festival
Toronto Food Truck Festival is back for another year! Admission is free and there will be a ton of different food vendors, entertainment, live-eating challenges, and more.
Where: Woodbine Park (1695 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1G7)
When: August 2nd-5th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
16. Toronto Flower Market
The Toronto Flower Market is a popular pop-up that takes place in the summer. Browse and shop around Ontario grown flowers & plants and connect with local florists and growers. The market runs every month until October, so make sure you stop by.
Where: 1001 Queen Street West
When: June 15th, July 13th, August 17th, September 14th & October 12th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
17. Lavazza IncluCity Festival
The Distillery District will transform into an open-air cinema village! With a diverse selection of films from over 20 countries spanning genres like drama, romance, comedy, and documentary, there's something for every movie lover. Catch a movie, while enjoying the comfortable couches and the magical atmosphere.
Where: Distillery District (55 Mill St, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4)
When: June 27th -July 21st, 2024
Price: $$-$$$
Category: Date/Friends
18. OssFest
OssFest is happening on July 27th. Celebrate one of the coolest streets in the world with all of the amazing restaurants, retail shops, and businesses in the Ossington neighbourhood! 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.
19. Cabbagetown Festival
The Cabbagetown Festival is returning this September. This 2-day festival will include live music, yummy food, a Kid’s Zone, and 200+ unique vendors.
Where: Parliament Street and Carton Street, Cabbagetown, Toronto
When: September 7th-8th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
20. Taste of Asia
Located just right outside of Pacific Mall, this 3-day festival features over 150 yummy food vendors, cultural events, family-friendly attractions, performances, special guests, and so much more! Head over to Taste of Asia for a day filled with fun.
Where: Kennedy & Steeles, Markham, ON L3R 0Y5
When: June 28th-30th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
21. Toronto’s Pride Parade
Celebrate Pride Month this summer with the annual pride parade. Don't miss the opportunity to come together to celebrate diversity and love! With over 200,000 marchers and an inclusive and welcoming experience, you’re in for a fabulous time.
Where: Downtown Toronto
When: June 30th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
22. Canada Day Fireworks
This summer, celebrate Canada Day by catching a spectacular fireworks show. Canada's Wonderland, Ashbridges Bay, Niagara Falls, and many more will be putting on a spectacular display of fireworks to celebrate Canada Day!
23. Beaches Jazz Festival
The 36th annual Beaches Jazz Festival will be taking place in July and you don't want to miss it. From Sounds of Leslieville & Riverside to Salsa on the Beach to Streetfest and more, there is something for everyone at this month-long free event.
Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out.
When: July 5th-28th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
24. TIFF
One of the most popular events in Toronto will be back this year. 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.
Where: To be announced
When: September 2024
Price: $$-$$$
Category: Date/Friends
25. TD Toronto Jazz Fest
The 37th edition of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival will happen this June! This 10-day event will feature a combination of both free and ticketed music performances.
Where: Various locations; click here to find out.
When: June 21st-30th, 2024
Price: Free-$$
Category: Date/Friends
26. Taste of Lawrence
Taste of Lawrence is back for its 20th anniversary celebration. This 3-day festival celebrates international food, music and culture. Plus, there will be over 150 street vendors, kid workshops, rides, live entertainment, and midway rides.
Where: Lawrence Avenue East, Warden Avenue & Birchmount Road
When: July 5th-7th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
27. Toronto Waterfront Festival
The Toronto Waterfront Festival is making its way to Toronto this year. The dates for 2024 have yet to be announced, but there is no doubt there will be a ton of fun activities, live entertainment, food options and the iconic rubber duck!
Where: 7 Queens Quay E
When: September 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
28. Toronto International Buskerfest
This 4-day festival is perfect for all ages and will feature circus artistry, daredevils, music, yummy food, and more. 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
Price: Admission by donation
Category: Family-friendly
29. National Bank Open
The National Bank Open is making its return on August 4th! Check out this tennis tournament and see some of your favourite star tennis players. Head on out and see who comes out victorious.
Where: Sobeys Stadium (1 Shoreham Dr, North York, ON M3N 3A6)
When: August 4th-12th, 2024
Price: $$-$$$
Category: Family-friendly
30. Toronto’s Festival of Beer
Toronto’s Festival of Beer is a 3-day event that will feature local craft beer, international brews, yummy eats, live entertainment and more.
Where: Bandshell Park (100 Prince Edward Island Crescent, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3)
When: July 26th-28th, 2024
Price: $$-$$$
Category: 19+
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