Get ready because it's an exciting week in the city. Here are 11 of the best things to do in Toronto this week.

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1. Toronto Ukrainian Festival

Check out the Toronto Ukrainian Festival happening this week. This 3-day festival will feature musical performances, delicious food, cultural exhibitions, family-friendly activities, and more. 

Where: Jane Street and Glendonwynne Road

When: September 13th-15th, 2024 

September 13th: 5 pm - 11 pm 

September 14th: 9:30 am - 11 pm 

September 15th: 10 am - 7 pm 

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

2. A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie: 2024 Better Off Alone World Tour

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie is coming to Scotiabank Arena. Get ready for a night of unforgettable beats and incredible vibes!

Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto, ON)

When: September 10th, 2024 (Starts at 8 pm)

Price: Prices start from $70s

Category: Date/Friends

Click here for more information.

3. Toronto Waterfront Festival

The Toronto Waterfront Festival is back at Sugar Beach this week. Enjoy cultural activities, food, live music, a canine watersports competition, and more! 

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.

4. Toronto Flower Market 

Browse and shop around Ontario grown flowers & plants and get to connect with local florists and growers this week.

Where: 1001 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1H1

When: September 14th, 2024 (10 am - 3 pm)‍

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

5. ArtWalk in the Square

ArtWalk in the Square is a show featuring fine art! This 3-day event will feature over 80 established and emerging artists, painting, photography, sculpture, and more. Happening at the Shops at Don Mills, shop and explore for affordable and unique artworks.

Where: CF Shops at Don Mills (1090 Don Mills Rd., Toronto, ON M3C 3R6)

When: September 13th-15th, 2024

September 13th: 3 pm - 8 pm

September 14th: 10 am - 7 pm

September 15th: 11 am - 5 pm

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

6. Kehlani: Crash World Tour

Kehlani is coming to Toronto alongside special guests Flo & Anycia. You don’t want to miss this performance at Scotiabank Arena this week. 

Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto, ON)

When: September 11th, 2024 (Starts at 7:30 pm)

Price: Prices start from $50s

Category: Date/Friends

Click here for more information.

7. 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.

8. Pape Village Block Party

The Pape Village Block Party returns this week! This free 2-day street festival will be filled with live music, arts and crafts vendors, a kid's fun zone, a vintage car show, and more!

Where: Pape Avenue between Mortimer and Gamble Aves

When: September 14th-15th, 2024 

September 14th: 12 pm - 10 pm

September 15th: 12 pm - 6 pm

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

9. Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays' season is almost coming to an end. The Jays will go up against the New York Mets from September 9th-11th and the St. Louis Cardinals from September 13th-15th. Make sure to catch the last few home games of the season.

Where: Rogers Centre (1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON M5V 1J1)

Price: Prices start from $20

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

10. Free Movies at Cineplex 

Cineplex Community Day is happening this week. On September 14th, enjoy a morning of free movies with select concessions priced at $3 each. Plus, The Rec Room and Playdium will be offering a morning of free gaming with discounted concessions. Additionally, $1 from every food, beverage, and game band purchase throughout the day will be donated to BGC Canada.

Where: Various locations; click here to find out. 

When: September 14th, 2024 (9 am - 11 am)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for more information. 

11. Estée Lauder Mac Warehouse Sale

Save up to 50% off on makeup, skincare, haircare, fragrance and more at this warehouse sale happening this week. 

Where: Markham Fairgrounds (10801 McCowan Rd, Markham, ON L3P 3J3)

When: September 12th-15th, 2024 

Thurs - Sat: 9 am - 6 pm 

Sun: 9 am - 5 pm 

Price: Free admission

Category: Date/Friends

Click here for more information. 

Community Events

1. Monday Night Karaoke at The Smith House Bar

Get ready every Monday evening at The Smith House Bar for a delightful combination of singing, scrumptious food, and refreshing drinks!

Where: The Smith House Bar (171 College St.)

When: September 9th, 2024 (8:00 PM - 12:00 AM)

Click here for more information.

2. Free Guided Tours at ROM!

Explore ROM and discover millions of incredible artworks, artifacts, and specimens from around the world.

Where: Royal Ontario Museum (100 Queen's Park Ave, Toronto ON)

When: Until December 2024 (11:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

Click here for more information.

3. UTSC Community Market

Welcome to the vibrant hub of local goodness – the UTSC Community Market! We are thrilled to announce that the summer market is on its way! Join us as we celebrate the bounty of the season with fresh produce, artisanal crafts, and community spirit. We'll be planning new and exciting activities for family and friends to enjoy.

Where: Scarborough Circle (1265 Military Trail, Scarborough)

When: September 12th, 2024

Click here for more information.

4. Kirk Franklin - Reunion Tour 2024

Kirk Franklin has stood at the cutting edge of contemporary gospel music for over three decades, from his platinum-selling 1993 debut album Kirk Franklin and the Family to his crossover collaborations with Kanye West, Tori Kelly and Lil Baby.

Where: The Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto

When: September 11, 2024 (7:00 PM)

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5. Rivermaya

Rivermaya is a Filipino alternative rock band. Formed in 1994, it is one of the several bands who spearheaded the 1990s Philippine alternative rock explosion. Rivermaya is currently composed of original members Mark Escueta and Nathan Azarcon, together with the band’s longest serving guitarist Mike Elgar.

Where: The Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto

When: September 13, 2024 (7:00 PM)

Click here for more information.

6. Premier Protein Union Station Pop-Up

Inspired by the viral* #Proffee trend, Premier Protein is popping up at Union Station in Toronto to serve up some protein-packed iced coffees (aka Proffee). Not a coffee connoisseur? That’s okay, Premier Protein will also be handing out complimentary High Protein Shakes for a convenient protein boost while you’re on the go! Details below:

Where: Union Station (65 Front St. W, Toronto, ON M5J 1E6) at the Bay Kiosk by Sephora!

When: September 9th - September 13th (6:30 AM – 7:30 PM)

Click here for more information.

7. K-Art Toronto exhibition

The event will showcase works by Korean artists based in Toronto, as well as pieces from galleries and artists visiting from Korea.In addition to the art exhibition, we will be hosting a special event featuring makgeolli (Korean rice wine) presented by young Korean entrepreneurs who recently started their business in Canada. We are also collaborating with WAPUUL POP to promote an adoption campaign called "We are All Animals," aiming to help rescue dogs from Korea find new homes in Canada.

Where: Toronto Columbus Centre (901 Lawrence Ave W)

When: September 11th to 23rd, 2024

Click here for more information.

8. TO Indie Film Festival

The "TO Indie" is celebrating 15 years as Toronto's film festival for truly Independent Cinema headlining micro-budget and no-budget films in North America. The TO Indie offers a fantastic opportunity for undiscovered filmmakers to showcase their achievement, in a space where all the key players of the film industry have gathered.

Where: Paradise Theatre, 1006 Bloor Street West

When: September 10-12 & 14, 2024

Click here for more information.

9. Back-to-School with Farm Boy – Fresh & Easy Meal Solutions!

Since the first day of school started earlier this week, Farm Boy is here to help Ontario families with fresh and convenient meal options that make life easier during this busy time.From breakfast to dinner and everything in between, we’ve got your audience covered with fresh, time-saving solutions: Farm Boy™ Jumbo Muffins: For a lightning-fast breakfast that keeps mornings stress-free. Farm Boy™ Bistro Boxes: Lunchbox heroes that make packing a breeze. Farm Boy™ Diner Dinners: Ready-to-go dinners that take the pressure off after a long day; simply reheat and serve. Farm Boy™ Superfood Bars: Snacks that keep the momentum going until the last bell rings!

Where: Farm Boy Locations

When: Available now

Click here for more information.

10. Tall Size Pop-Up in Toronto

Kayla Alexander, 6’4 Olympi and former WNBA player is opening her first pop-up shop in Toronto. Co-founder of Tall Size, the first online fashion marketplace and lifestyle brand dedicated to tall women is coming to Toronto, partnering with Makeway, allowing tall Canadian women a place to finally shop in-store, in-person.

Where: MAKESPACE (83 Walnut Avenue, Toronto)

When: September 13th-14th, 2024

Click here for more information.

11. Riddle Me Masquerade

Step into a realm where darkness dances with mystique and magic swirls in the air. Join us for an enchanting night of mystery and allure at the Riddle Me Masquerade.

Where: Parkdale Hall (1605 Queen St W #2, Toronto)

When: September 13th, 2024 (8:00PM-1:00AM)

Click here for more information.

12. Chad and JT

Chad Kroeger (AKA Tom Allen) and JT Parr are on a mission to do good. Using their digital platforms (@chadgoesdeep), the duo take action to raise awareness and bring change for some of the most important causes in pop culture and beyond.

Where: Annabel's (200 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON)

When: September 14th, 2024 (7:00 PM)

Click here for more information.

13. Sip on a cold one to win a concert experience of the era!

Moxies is offering music fans an opportunity to win a trip to experience everyone’s ‘wildest dreams’ — the Concert of the Era! How do you enter? From now until October 7th, guests who dine in at Moxies and purchase a Coors Light will receive a QR code to scan and have a chance to enter the contest. Winners will receive:

• 4 tickets to the Concert of the Era on December 7th
• 4 Round-trip flights to Vancouver
• 2-nights hotel stay
• $500 Moxies gift card

Where: Contest ends Oct 7th, 2024

When: September 14th, 2024 (7:00 PM)

Click here for more information.

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