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It's the last week of August, and there are many exciting events in the city that you need to know about. Here are 10 of the best things to do in Toronto this week.
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1). Todotoronto Taylor Swift Party
2). 2023 Toronto Dragon Festival
3). Toronto Outdoor Picture Show at Evergreen Brick Works
4). Hot and Spicy Festival
5). Family Feud Canada - Studio Audience
6). Free Main Floor at ROM
7). T.U. Jazz Fest
8). Crocs Warehouse Sale
9). Bark in the Park TO
10). Edwards Summer Music Series
1). Todotoronto Taylor Swift Party
It feels like the perfect night to dress up like hipsters. Calling out all Swifties, don't make it a cruel summer and head over to this Taylor Swift Party hosted by Todotoronto at Pravda Vodka Bar to end your summer. Listen to all of Taylor Swift's greatest tracks, make friendship bracelets, and dress in your Taylor Swift merch/Eras tour/album-inspired outfit. We're enchanted to meet you!
Where: Pravda Vodka Bar (44 Wellington St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1C7)
When: August 31st, 2023
Price: $$
Category: 19+
Click here for more information.
2). 2023 Toronto Dragon Festival
The Toronto Dragon Festival is coming to Toronto this week at Nathan Phillips Square. Get ready for 2 days filled with delicious Asian street food, lion dances, live performances, and more. You're in for a great time!
Where: Nathan Phillips Square
When: September 1st-3rd, 2023
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
3). Toronto Outdoor Picture Show at Evergreen Brick Works
Toronto Outdoor Picture Show will be wrapping up this season with 3 consecutive nights at Evergreen Brick Works from August 29th to 31st. Movies that will be playing include The Matrix, Velvet Goldmine, and The Truman Show.
Where: Evergreen Brick Works (550 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M4W 3X8)
When: August 29th-31st, 2023
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
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4). Hot and Spicy Festival
Head over to the Harbourfront Centre for the Hot and Spicy Festival. This 4-day event will feature some of India’s hottest stars, entertainment, performances, workshops, and more.
Where: Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay West, Toronto)
When: September 1st-4th, 2023
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
5). Family Feud Canada - Studio Audience
If you're a huge fan of Family Feud, then you don't want to miss the opportunity to be a part of the audience. Important to note is that you must be 13+ years of age to attend a taping and there will be 2 taping sessions, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Be a part of the studio audience and experience the laughs and drama of Family Feud Canada. Make sure to register for your free ticket here.
Where: Canadian Broadcasting Centre (25 John St Toronto, ON M5V 3G6)
When: August 28th-30th, 2023
Price: Free admission
Category: 13+
Click here for more information.
6). Free Main Floor at ROM
To celebrate the last few weeks of summer, ROM will be offering free admission to the main floor. Get access to ROM’s 80,000-square-foot first floor for free. Plus, there will be educational activities and more taking place. This event is only here until September 4th.
Where: ROM (100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C6)
When: Until September 4th, 2023
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
7). T.U. Jazz Fest
The 9th annual T.U. Jazz Fest will be taking place at Mel Lastman Square starting this Friday. This family and pet-friendly event will feature free live music, masterclasses, a bouncy castle, and many more.
Where: Mel Lastman Square
When: September 1st-4th, 2023
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
8). Crocs Warehouse Sale
If you're a huge lover of Crocs, then you don't want to miss this major warehouse sale. With a variety of different styles and sizes and savings of up to 60%, there is something for everyone.
Where: Markham Fairgrounds (10801 McCowan Rd, Markham, ON L3P 3J3)
When: August 31st-September 4th, 2023
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
9). Bark in the Park TO
To all dog lovers, you have to check out Bark in the Park TO, a 4-day event filled with tail-wagging fun. Taking place at Woodbine Park, the event will feature vendors, entertainment, activities, food trucks, photo ops, and more. Proceeds of this event will help to support Epilepsy Toronto.
Where: Woodbine Park (1695 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1G7)
When: September 1st-4th, 2023
Price: $
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
10). Edwards Summer Music Series
The Toronto Botanical Garden will be hosting its final free outdoor concert this Thursday. The Edwards Summer Music Series will showcase contemporary Canadian talent in the beautiful garden. The concerts take place on Thursday nights at 7 p.m. in the courtyard adjacent to the historic barn in Edwards Gardens.
Where: Toronto Botanical Garden (777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto M3C 1P2)
When: August 31st, 2023
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
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