Summer is festival season and July is a busy month for these family events! We’ve rounded up some the top festivals in Toronto and Southern Ontario in this guide. You’ll find loads of summer fun to add to your calendar. Head out to food festivals, community fairs, cultural celebrations, dancing, kids activities, ribfests, music and more! We are always adding to these listings so keep checking back and have a fun July!
July Festivals for Kids & Families
GTA and Southern Ontario
Union Summer
Jun 24
to Aug 25, 2024
Union Station Plaza
Union Summer- presented by TD, returns to Union Station’s Front Street plaza, running from June 24 to August 25th. Union Station is THE destination for all to enjoy the best of Toronto’s food and culture. This market offers 60-days of free outdoor experiences featuring dynamic music, live performances, ...
Canada Day Celebration 2024
Jul 1
to Jul 1, 2024
Mississauga Celebration Square
Celebrate Canada’s 157th birthday from 3:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. in the heart of Mississauga with family entertainment and activities, a live concert, Square One giveaways, and 30+ food vendors serving up curbside cuisine, in partnership with Night Market TO. Lastly, complete your evening with an explosive fireworks ...
TD Salsa on St. Clair Street Festival
Jul 6
to Jul 7, 2024
St Clair Salsa in Toronto
Canada’s #1 Latino-themed cultural celebration, the TD Salsa in Toronto Festival, is celebrating its 20th year with a series of city-wide events throughout the summer that celebrate Latino culture through music, dance, art, and authentic cuisine. The festivities include Latin dance and art exhibitions, salsa dance parties, and ...
Dance Together Festival
Jul 12
to Jul 14, 2024
Amos Waites Park
The Dance Together Festival offers free open-air dance workshops and events that celebrate positive and accessible dance experiences. The festival is co-produced by a creative team of local dance and visual artists and is part of Toronto’s Arts in the Parks programming. This year the festival transforms Mimico ...
22nd TD Festival of South Asia 2024
Jul 20
to Jul 21, 2024
Gerrard India Bazaar
The 22nd TD Festival of South Asia embraces multidisciplinary arts and foods from all the countries in South Asia. Literary Arts, Visual Arts, Performances and food emanates from the stage all weekend. If you can’t fly to South Asia this summer come to this festival and experience a ...
#BollywoodMonster Food Festival
Jul 26
to Jul 27, 2024
Mississauga Celebration Square
#BollywoodMonster Mashup – the heart of Bollywood music & dance and food in Canada – FREE admission – Fri Jul 26 and Sat Jul 27 – Mississauga Celebration Square – Tim Hortons #BollywoodMonster Family Stage ft. interactive entertainment for all ages: ⋅ Jul 27 @ 2:00 PM EST: ...
Halal Ribfest
Aug 9
to Aug 11, 2024
Downsview Park
Toronto’s Largest Halal Food Event Join us for a weekend of family-friendly entertainment, shopping, and exciting activities for all ages. Connect with your community and experience the vibrant culture and traditions that make halal food so special.
