July is an exciting month in the city. Toronto will be home to a handful of exciting festivals happening this month that you need to know all about. Here are some of the best summer festivals happening in Toronto this July. 

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1. Panamerican Food and Music Festival 

The Panamerican Food and Music Festival is coming to Nathan Phillips Square this month and is Canada’s largest festival celebrating the food and culture of the Western Hemisphere. Back for its 12th year, this 2-day festival will feature delicious cuisine, lively music, dance performances, the Panamerican Parade and fun festivities. Mark your calendars because you don’t want to miss the biggest festival in town. 

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

When: July 20th-21st, 2024 

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

2. Beaches Jazz Festival

The Beaches Jazz Festival is here. From 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: Until July 28th, 2024

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

3. 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 

Click here for the website.

4. 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. 

5. BIG on Bloor 

This 2-day festival will feature activations with 100,000+ visitors participating in multidisciplinary art projects, presented by 100+ local artists. There will be 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 

Click here for the website.

6. International Food + Drink Festival

The International Food + Drink Festival is coming to Mel Lastman Square this month. This 3-day festival will showcase delicious dishes and drinks from all over the world. 

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

When: July 12th-14th, 2024

July 12th: 6 pm - 10 pm

July 13th: 12 pm - 10 pm

July 14th: 12 pm - 8 pm

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website.

7. Taste of Vietnam 

Check out Taste of Vietnam happening at Nathan Phillips Square. This 3-day festival will feature delicious food, all the latest fashion and get to learn more about Vietnamese culture. 

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

When: July 25th-27th, 2024 

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for more information. 

8. 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

Click here for the website. 

9. Doggie Fest Summer Carnival

Join the ultimate pawty for dog lovers. There will be 50+ pet vendors, puppy soccer game, lure course, doggy pool, a photo booth and more. 

Where: Wychwood Barns Park (76 Wychwood Ave, Toronto, ON M6G 2X7)

When: July 21st, 2024 (11 am - 6 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

10. Mixto Festival

​​Mixto Festival is 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

Click here for the website. 

11. Fun Philippines Toronto Food and Music Festival

Fun Philippines Festival is a Toronto food and music festival and its celebrating its 3rd year this summer with an expansive showcase of everything Filipino. Enjoy a meaningful experience with unique flavours, history, and cultural heritage of the Philippines.

Where: Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8)

When: July 26th-28th, 2024

July 26th: 5 pm - 11 pm

July 27th: 11 am - 11 pm

July 28th: 10:30 am - 7 pm 

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

12. Canadian Multicultural Peruvian Festival

The Canadian Multicultural Peruvian Festival is happening at Yonge-Dundas Square. This 2-day event features fun prizes, food, entertainment, performances and more. 

Where: Yonge-Dundas Square (1 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8)

When: July 27th-28th, 2024

July 27th: 9 am - 11 pm

July 28th: 10 am - 9 pm

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

13. 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 

July 26th: 4:30 pm - 11 pm

July 27th: 1:30 pm - 8 pm

July 28th: 3:30 pm - 10 pm

Price: Prices start from $81.24

Category: 19+

Click here for more information.

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