Summer is festival season! We’re rounding up the top family festivals in Toronto and the surrounding area. Covering Toronto, York, Durham, Peel, Halton and Grey Simcoe Counties – you’ll find loads of summer fun to add to your family calendar.
Head out to food festivals, community fairs, ethnic and cultural celebrations, fireworks, dancing, kids activities, ribfests, cotton candy, music and more! We are always adding to these listings so keep checking back and have a fun summer!
June Festivals
Unionville Festival
Jun 1, 2024
to Jun 2, 2024
Historic Main Street Unionville
Kick off the summer with the Unionville Festival! This annual event takes place on historic Main Street Unionville and is a celebration of the local community, featuring live music, delicious food, and a wide range of activities for people of all ages. Whether you’re looking to enjoy some great entertainment ...
Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek
Jun 1, 2024
to Jun 2, 2024
Battlefield House Museum & Park
Witness the re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek June 6, 1813, a significant turning point in the War of 1812. Bring the whole family for period games, food, demonstrations, historical music and fireworks. Visit the merchants and military encampment and discover traditional pastimes. The event features Indigenous programming including ...
Downtown Milton SummerFest
Jun 1, 2024
to Jun 1, 2024
Downtown Milton
Join us in Downtown Milton and celebrate the start of summer! On Saturday, June 1, 2024, Downtown Milton SummerFest presented by BMO is happening on Main St. Hosted by the Downtown Milton Business Improvement Area with support from the Town of Milton and local contributors, the event features local businesses ...
Harbourfront Centre 50th Anniversary Block Party
Jun 1, 2024
to Jun 1, 2024
It’s our birthday, and we want to celebrate 50 years in the Toronto community with you – and a big Harbourfront Centre Block Party! Join us for a live performance by Canadian alternative country band Elliott Brood, family-friendly activities, a chance for you to sing on stage with Good Enough ...
Luminato Festival
Jun 5, 2024
to Jun 16, 2024
Multiple Locations in Toronto
Luminato Festival Toronto, the city’s international festival of arts and ideas, returns this summer from June 5th to June 16th with an exceptional program set to invigorate Toronto with creativity. Experience free performances and installations that will take over the city like you’ve never seen before, in addition to extraordinary ...
Springtide Music Festival
Jun 6, 2024
to Jun 8, 2024
Multiple Location in Uxbridge
Springtide Music Festival is back this year, showcasing live music along a 750m strip of downtown Uxbridge. Presenting 12 stages that include a diverse set of Canadian Musicians across multiple genres of music for visitors to discover while exploring an eclectic mix of venues in downtown Uxbridge. With headliners including ...
Do West Fest
Jun 7, 2024
to Jun 9, 2024
Dundast West
Toronto’s official start to summer in the heart of Little Portugal! After a two-year hiatus, Toronto’s ultimate summer festival returns with a new name: Do West Fest (formerly Dundas West Fest). 2024 marks the 11th anniversary of Do West Fest- a coming together of music, arts, food, fun, and community ...
Caledon Fair
Jun 7, 2024
to Jun 9, 2024
Caledon Fairgrounds
2024 Theme: There’s Still a Taste of Country. Attractions include: Bavarian Gardens Hall Exhibits Midway Truck Pull Live Music All British Classic and Antique Car Show Antique Power equipment display and demos OPP, MTO and Hunters/Anglers displays Blacksmith demonstrations Pony rides and petting zoo Demolition Derby Welsh Pony Show Bold ...
Ontario's Best Butter Tart Festival
Jun 8, 2024
to Jun 8, 2024
Downtown Midland
If you love butter tarts you don’t want to miss this festival! Thousands of butter tarts will be available for sale at Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival, so if you like them with or without raisins or with a firm or runny filling (elbow lickers), you’ll find your perfect butter ...
Peony Festival
Jun 8, 2024
to Jun 9, 2024
Oshawa Valley Botanical Garden
Experience the allure of Oshawa at the award-winning Peony Festival, a captivating free two-day event hosted by the City of Oshawa. Immerse yourself in the splendour of the Oshawa Valley Botanical Garden and The Michael and Judi Denny Peony Garden. Visit the peony garden to experience a variety of handmade ...
Lakeshore Village Grilled Cheese Challenge
Jun 8, 2024
to Jun 8, 2024
Lakeshore Village
The Lakeshore Village BIA welcome’s back their annual street festival on Saturday, June 08, 2024 from 11 am to 9 pm. The Grilled Cheese Challenge is Ontario’s largest celebration of grilled cheese sandwiches; featuring live music, entertainment, family fun zones, amazing food, specialty drinks, beverage gardens, shopping and much more! ...
Stouffville Art in the Park
Jun 8, 2024
to Jun 8, 2024
Memorial Park Stouffville
Art in the Park is an outdoor art show and sale that has been running annually in Stouffville since 2015. Join us in Memorial Park as we celebrate arts and culture in our community. Enjoy the sounds of diverse entertainment while you wander the park to revel in the talent ...
Streetfest & Family Zone at Sound of Music Festival in Burlington
Jun 13, 2024
to Jun 16, 2024
Sound of Music Street Fest
For two days, Brant St. from Caroline to Lakeshore is closed to vehicle traffic to create Streetfest – a corridor to the Festival in the park. Streetfest & family zone have been combined to give people of all ages an eclectic mix of music, dancing and shopping, along with many ...
Taste of Little Italy
Jun 14, 2024
to Jun 16, 2024
Little Italy in Toronto
Taste of Little Italy is back for 2024! The massive weekend festival will transform the heart of Little Italy into a bustling street festival. Located in the beautiful neighborhood of Little Italy on College St. in Toronto, Ontario. Enjoy live music on multiple street corners and on the main stage, ...
Toronto Beaches Rib & Beer festival
Jun 14, 2024
to Jun 16, 2024
Woodbine Beach Park
Hot Dang! The Toronto Beaches Rib & Beer festival is back for 2023. Get ready for MOUTH WATERIN’, FINGER LICKIN’, BELLY RUBBIN’ GOOD BBQ! You’re in for a weekend full of food, fun and entertainment. FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! Free Admission Live Music Giant yard games Kids zone Classic ...
Markham Village Music Festival
Jun 14, 2024
to Jun 15, 2024
Main Street Markham
The Markham Village Music Festival returns to Main Street Markham for 2024 on June 14-15, 2024 Featuring: Live Music Featured Musician and Performers on all 5 Stages on Friday & Saturday Kidz Zone Saturday from 11 AM to 4 PM in front of St. Andrew’s United Church. Enjoy a variety ...
Pickering Village Jam Fest
Jun 14, 2024
to Jun 16, 2024
Old Kingston Road
Join us for Father’s Day weekend at this year’s Pickering Village Jam Fest. Pickering Village’s favourite FREE ADMISSION music festival, will fill the streets with music along closed to traffic Old Kingston Road between Elizabeth and Linton. There will be amazing music. There will be delicious food and most importantly, ...
Country Heritage Park 2024 Fair
Jun 14, 2024
to Jun 16, 2024
Country Heritage Park
Experience the charm of rural life as we showcase farming heritage and highlight the talents and offerings of our vibrant community. We’re kicking off the weekend on Friday with our Super Pull truck and tractor pull event. Saturday and Sunday are jam-packed with rodeo events and fair programming, including a ...
Mississauga Halal Food Festival
Jun 15, 2024
to Jun 16, 2024
Mississauga Celebration Square
Mississauga Halal Food Festival (MHFF) is a celebration of halal food connecting a diverse variety of halal cuisines with fun and entertainment. Running successfully from past ten years, MHFF is one of the largest celebrations of the region and is attended by more than 20,000 attendees every year from various ...
Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival
Jun 15, 2024
to Jun 16, 2024
Centre Islands Toronto
From the humble beginning of only 27 teams participating in the first festival back in 1989, the Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival has evolved to a much bigger operation over the past two decades. Organized by the Toronto Chinese Business Association in collaboration with GWN Dragon Boat, the Festival ...
Eid Expo 2024
Jun 15, 2024
to Jun 16, 2024
MNN Mosque
Celebrate the festivities of Eid in style! Join us! for a fun-filled weekend full of mouth-watering food, shopping, multicultural entertainment, carnival rides, & more! Immerse yourself in the unique and unforgettable atmosphere, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Enjoy this incredible opportunity to enjoy Eid with your family ...
Na-Me-Res hosts Toronto’s largest Pow Wow
Jun 15, 2024
to Jun 15, 2024
Fort York
FREE-to-attend, community festival held in partnership with the City of Toronto The centerpiece of the City of Toronto’s National Indigenous Peoples Day festival, the 23rd annual traditional Pow Wow hosted by Toronto-based non-profit Indigenous organization Na-Me-Res, is taking place on Saturday, June 15 from Noon to 5 p.m. at Fort ...
Highland Creek Heritage Festival
Jun 15, 2024
to Jun 15, 2024
Highland Creek Community Park
A three-day festival, parade, street festival, park festival; the History of The Highland Creek Heritage Festival dates back to 1986. Currently in its 37th year, Our festival is free to attend. The Highland Creek Heritage Festival celebrates one of the earliest settlements in the Scarborough community with a fun filled ...
Kettle Creek Food Truck Festival
Jun 15, 2024
to Jun 15, 2024
Dan Patterson Conservation Area
The Kettle Creek Environmental Trust is serving up some real must-eats. The Kettle Creek Food Truck Festival will feature live musical performances, games on the green, and Food Trucks showcasing diverse and delicious menus in beautiful Dan Patterson Conservation Area. There will be options for all types of diets. The ...
Brampton Ribfest
Jun 21, 2024
to Jun 23, 2024
Chinguacousy Curling Club
Hot Dang! The Brampton Rib & Beer festival is back for 2024! Savour the best BBQ ribs at the Brampton leg of the Northern Heat Rib Series! Indulge in perfectly cooked ribs from from the best BBQ Ribbers around, offering a flavour-packed adventure unlike any other. Join us for a ...
TD Salsa at Blue
Jun 21, 2024
to Jun 23, 2024
Blue Mountain Village
Muy Caliente! The very hot Ontario Salsa tour returns to Blue Mountain from June 21 to 23, 2024! A family street party transforms the entire Village into a showcase of Latin life with pulsating music, passionate dancing, and vibrant culture!
3rd Annual Innisfil OnionFest
Jun 21, 2024
to Jun 23, 2024
Innisfil Recreation Centre
June 21-23, 2034 is Innisfil Onionfest at the Innisfil Rec Centre … celebrating our heritage of having one of the largest onion farms in Ontario. Enjoy great food & live entertainment: Friday Night – rock night; Saturday Night – A Swifties delight with a Taylor Swift cover band and other ...
Milton Strawberry Fair
Jun 22, 2024
to Jun 22, 2024
Milton Fairgrounds
Milton District Hospital Auxiliary Volunteers are planning their Annual Strawberry Fair in support of Milton District Hospital! Highlights include: Strawberry Tent – fresh strawberries, cake, ice cream and slushies (in partnership with Milton District Hospital Foundation) – CASH ONLY Strawberry Pancake Breakfast (fresh strawberries and pancakes) beginning at 8 am ...
Simcoe County Annual Kitefest
Jun 22, 2024
to Jun 22, 2024
Mel Mitchell Field
South Asian Network of Simcoe cordially Invites you to our 2nd Annual Kite festival to be held just outside of Beeton at Mel Mitchell Field. There is no entry fees. Kites and strings will be available for purchase or your can bring your own. Food, Music, Entertainment and lots more. ...
2024 Lavazza Inclucity Film Festival
Jun 27, 2024
to Jul 21, 2024
The Distillery Historic District
Experience the Magic of Multicultural Cinema at the 2024 Lavazza IncluCity Film Festival! Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of diversity and cinematic excellence as ICFF transforms the iconic streets of The Distillery Historic District into an enchanting outdoor cinema village! From June 27th to July 21st, immerse yourself in ...
Stouffville Strawberry Festival
Jun 28, 2024
to Jun 30, 2024
Memorial Park Stouffville
The Whitchurch-Stouffville Strawberry Festival takes place over the Canada Day weekend and is run for the benefit of our community – all the Festival organized entertainment and kids’ activities are free. From the festival market, to inflatables, live entertainment, the food zone, pancake breakfast, the Red Berry Café, and all ...
Rhythms of Canada Festival 2024
Jun 29, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Aga Khan Museum
The city’s most exhilarating summer festival is back from June 29 to July 1 for three days of delicious food, activities for all ages, special programming, entrancing musical performances by local artists, and our world-class Collections of art from across the Muslim world. Enjoy captivating performances by Nagata Shachu, Alpha ...
July Festivals
2024 Lavazza Inclucity Film Festival
Jun 27, 2024
to Jul 21, 2024
The Distillery Historic District
Experience the Magic of Multicultural Cinema at the 2024 Lavazza IncluCity Film Festival! Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of diversity and cinematic excellence as ICFF transforms the iconic streets of The Distillery Historic District into an enchanting outdoor cinema village! From June 27th to July 21st, immerse yourself in ...
Q107 Canada Day Fest 2024
Jun 29, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Woodbine Park
Get ready to rock your red and white with us at the Q107 Canada Day Weekend! On Saturday, June 29, Sunday, June 30 & Monday July 1st join us live on location for loads of food, fun and good tunes! We’re featuring Q107 Rock & Roll Tributes to the best ...
Canada Day at Blue Mountain
Jun 29, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Blue Mountain Village
Join us to celebrate Canada Day – celebrating our home and native land with live music, roaming entertainment, fireworks and more! Wear your best red and white gear and join us for a celebration in the heart of the Blue Mountain Village, and Mountaintop fireworks!
Rhythms of Canada Festival 2024
Jun 29, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Aga Khan Museum
The city’s most exhilarating summer festival is back from June 29 to July 1 for three days of delicious food, activities for all ages, special programming, entrancing musical performances by local artists, and our world-class Collections of art from across the Muslim world. Enjoy captivating performances by Nagata Shachu, Alpha ...
Aurora Canada Day
Jun 30, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Lambert Wilson Park
It’s time to have some fun and celebrate Canada’s Birthday in Aurora! Dance in the Park Sunday, June 30, 2024 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Location – Aurora Town Park (49 Wells Street) Bring out your dancing shoes and kick off the Canada Day festivities with the Dance in the ...
Porchside Festival
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 31, 2024
Downtown Collingwood
Presented by Theatre Collingwood, this outdoor festival features 36 Live Performances by Talented Artists on Amazing Porches! Head to Collingwood to enjoy this unique event running through the month of July – visit the website for locations and schedules. Festival performances are all outdoors, on or around porches in Collingwood. ...
Caledon Canada Day and Strawberry Festival
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Caledon Fairgrounds
Celebrate Canada! Free admission, Free Birthday Cake and Balloons at Noon, a Classic Car Show, Lawn Tractor Pull (OTTPA Garden Tractor Division), All Day Strawberry Breakfast, BBQ, and Strawberry Desserts, Vendors Village and Village Craft Show. Free admission Free Birthday Cake and Balloons at Noon Classic Car Show Lawn Tractor ...
Port Hope Canada Day Celebration
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Multiple Locations in Port Hope
Canada Day is a nation-wide celebration and a long-standing Port Hope tradition. Our events program has been designed to safely connect us as friends, neighbours and Canadians this July. For 2024, event attendees can expect traditional event components, such as the fireworks display, car show, wagon rides and community gathering ...
Canada Day at Thomson Memorial Park
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Thompson Memorial Park
Enjoy family-friendly activities at Thomson Memorial Park (opens in new window) and share your day with loved ones using #CanadaDayTO. Kick off your Canada Day with a free pancake breakfast and opening ceremony where you can sing along to the national anthem, then stick around for live music and performances ...
Canada Day Strawberry Festival
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Downey’s Farm Market
Celebrate Canada’s Birthday on July 1st at Downey’s Canada Day Strawberry Festival. Lots of fun, entertainment, great food and strawberries! The Canada Day celebration includes a strawberry pancake breakfast, Farmyard fun activities fr kids, live music, K9 Dog show, Magic show, fresh strawberries and strawberry treats and More! Farm Fresh ...
Vaughan Celebrates Canada Day
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Boyd Conservation Area
Celebrate Canada Day in Vaughan! On Monday, July 1, 2024, join us for the annual Vaughan Celebrates Canada Day Event at Boyd Conservation Park. The event will feature incredible stage entertainment, activities for all ages, a food zone, a marketplace with vendor booths and so much more. Vaughan’s Canada ...
Newmarket Canada Day Celebration - Daytime Concert & Festival
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Newmarket Riverwalk Commons
Join us July 1, 2024 for our annual Tim Hortons Canada Day Festival featuring: Live concerts at Riverwalk Commons Food vendors including a licensed area managed by the North Newmarket Lions Club Rides on the Tim Hortons Express Train Roaming busker entertainment Busker circle shows Vendors Facepainting and more! Be ...
Canada Day in Richmond Hill
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Richmond Green Park
Join us at Richmond Green Park to celebrate our nations birthday! This year, we are excited to welcome Canadian singer-songwriter, Rêve, to the main stage at 8:45 p.m. as our headliner! With a full day of live entertainment on multiple stages, a beer garden, artist exhibits, and midway, there is ...
Georgina Canada Day
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
The ROC
Canada Day is back at the ROC! Get ready to celebrate Canadian pride in Georgina. Enjoy a full lineup of amazing entertainment and family activities throughout the day followed by a fantastic fireworks finale. This is an event you won’t want to miss. Enjoy live entertainment, children’s activities, inflatables, food ...
Markham Canada Day Celebrations
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Markham Centre
Markham, it’s time to celebrate! Join us on Canada Day (July 1) from 3 to 10:30 PM at Markham Centre in Downtown Markham (Birchmount Road/Enterprise Boulevard). We have an action-packed day planned with lots of free and fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. We have an action-packed day ...
Canada Day Celebration 2024
Jul 1, 2024
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 finale! Featuring: ...
Canada Day in Downtown Bracebridge
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Downtown Bracebridge
It is Canada’s Birthday! Join us in Downtown Bracebridge at 4 pm to 8pm. Check out the sidewalk sale, Downtown Art, Live Music and Cottage Games that will include Pickle Ball, Badminton, Cornhole, Yardzee and more. Then move down to Bracebridge Bay to enjoy the best fireworks display in Muskoka.
Hamilton Canada Day at Bayfront Park
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Bayfront Park
On Saturday, July 1st, the City of Hamilton is throwing a FREE Canada Day extravaganza for the whole family at Bayfront Park! Prepare for a day packed with delightful children’s recreation and arts activities that will spark their creativity and keep them entertained. And when the sun sets, make sure ...
Canada Day in Oakville
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park
On July 1, starting at 4pm in Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, you’re invited to join the Town of Oakville’s fun-filled evening of family-friendly activities, live entertainment, tasty food trucks and dazzling fireworks display (weather permitting). Enjoy an evening of FREE performances and family fun at Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park on ...
Bradford West Gwillimbury Canada Day
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Bradford & District Memorial Community Centre
The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury invites everyone to join in on the Canada Day celebrations on Monday, July 1 at the Bradford & District Memorial Community Centre. The festivities commence at 4:00pm, and includes entertainment, music, food, the official ceremonies, the presentation of the annual Civic Awards and closing ...
Streetsville Canada Day Celebrations
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
Streetsville Village Square
Celebrate Canada Day with us in Streetsville on Monday, July 1st. Free family activities including crafts, face painting, balloon artists, and more. Rock out to live music then march down to the park with the Streetsville Pipes & Drums for a spectacular fireworks show. Here’s the schedule: Streetsville Village Square (Queen ...
Newmarket Canada Day Evening Music & Fireworks
Jul 1, 2024
to Jul 1, 2024
George Richardson Park
Don’t miss the music from the Newmarket Citizen’s Band from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. followed by a live concert from 9 to 10 p.m. featuring the band Switchbeat. Fireworks will take place from approximately 10:10 to 10:30 p.m. Location: George Richardson Park (Bayview Parkway) View daytime festivites at Newmarket ...
Toronto Fringe KidsFest
Jul 3, 2024
to Jul 14, 2024
St. Volodymyr Institute
Introduce your little ones to the magic of live theatre! The Toronto Fringe Festival presents shows for kids ages 4-12 and their families, featuring storytelling, puppetry, dance, song, and more. Between performances, check out the KidsFest Club for FREE daily activities, including arts and crafts, building blocks, costumes, puppets, face-painting, ...
Mariposa Folk Festival
Jul 5, 2024
to Jul 7, 2024
Tudhope Park
Mariposa Folk Festival is an exciting, vibrant and storied musical happening! Mariposa has presented its incredible performances and programming for over 60 glorious years. Come join us! Enjoy and share in the rich tapestry of festival experiences that animate the wonderful spirit of Mariposa! The festival is a celebration of ...
Kincardine Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Jul 5, 2024
to Jul 7, 2024
Kincardine Scottish Festival
For over 20 years, our award-winning festival has welcomed thousands of visitors from all over North America to the beautiful lakeside town of Kincardine to join us in celebrating all things Scottish. We have lots of entertainment everyone beyond the music and folklore. The Scottish Festival makes sure that we ...
Taste of the Middle East Summer Festival 2024
Jul 5, 2024
to Jul 7, 2024
Nathan Phillips Square
Celebrating Arabic Music Art and Culture Are you ready for an explosion of Arabic Music, Art, Heritage & Food this summer? Yalla SAVE THE DATE 💜 The Taste of the Middle East Toronto Festival 2024 Celebrating Arabic Music, Art and Heritage, will transform Nathan Philips Square into a walk through ...
Taste of Lawrence 2024
Jul 5, 2024
to Jul 7, 2024
Taste of Lawrence
Taste of Lawrence, presented by Birchmount Gymnastics and Ninja Centre, returns for its 20th-anniversary edition! Join us for three days of food, music, and cultural celebration that takes place annually in the Wexford Heights BIA. As Scarborough’s largest street festival, it boasts the most enticing flavours from every cultural community ...
TD Salsa on St. Clair Street Festival
Jul 6, 2024
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 a colourful ...
Innisfil Ribfest
Jul 12, 2024
to Jul 14, 2024
Sunset Speedway
The 6th Annual, Innisfil Ribfest 2024, Presented by Ontario Festival Group will take place at Sunset Speedway convenient for area residents and visitors from all over. Featuring 4 of North America’s Best Rib Teams ready to serve you, your friends and family Award-Winning Mouth-Watering BBQ Smoked Ribs, Tender Pulled Pork, ...
Carabram
Jul 12, 2024
to Jul 14, 2024
City of Brampton
Experience the world in a weekend at Carabram 2024, where vibrant cultural pavilions bring the flavors, sights, and sounds of over 20 cultures to life. This family-friendly event promises a unique journey across continents, right in the heart of Brampton
Dance Together Festival
Jul 12, 2024
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 Square in ...
KidZfest
Jul 13, 2024
to Jul 28, 2024
Canada’s Wonderland
If you’re looking for things to do in Toronto with kids, head up to Vaughan for Canada’s Wonderland’s KidZfest. It’s a party just for kids! Meet your favourite TV characters like Peppa Pig and the Marvel superheroes, enjoy dance parties, music, live entertainment and lots more! KidZfest is included with ...
Family Fest Weekend
Jul 13, 2024
to Jul 13, 2024
The Greek Theatre, Guild Park & Gardens
Guild Festival Theatre presents our third annual Family Fest. Featuring a variety of FREE performances and activities from theatre to music to poetry to hula hoops. From toddlers to teenagers to kids at heart, there’s something for everyone at Family Fest! This year’s featured artists: Frog in Hand Douzie Poesy ...
Mixto Festival
Jul 13, 2024
to Jul 14, 2024
Trillium Park, Ontario Place
Mixto 2024 is a FREE music festival presented by Uma Nota Culture as part of the SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place. Join us for two days of music, art, food, fun, and friends. Mixto will offer the immaculate block party vibes you love: niche and experimental yet accessible. ...
Toronto Caribbean Festival
Jul 14, 2024
to Aug 4, 2024
Multiple Venues in the GTA
The Toronto Caribbean Carnival will return from July to August 2024, culminating in a weekend-long celebration in August. The Toronto Caribbean Carnival is a spectacular display of costumes, music, and culture. This year, we’re celebrating the 57th anniversary of the Grande Parade, which was first gifted to Canada by the ...
Orillia Scottish Festival
Jul 19, 2024
to Jul 21, 2024
Couchiching Beach Park
Celebrating it’s 46th year! After a year of construction, the Orillia Scottish Festival returns to Couchiching Beach Park. Orillia’s annual event celebrating Scottish culture & heritage. The festival features live music, tartan day, local vendors, food and kids activities. July 19, 20, 21, 2024 See website for more information.
Ribfest
Jul 19, 2024
to Jul 21, 2024
Richmond Green Park
Ribfest is an annual 3-day event that attracts professional Rib teams that travel from across North America and feature award winning ribs and variety of other food offerings. In addition, there is live entertainment and one of the region’s largest midways.
Big on Bloor Festival
Jul 20, 2024
to Jul 21, 2024
Bloordale Neighbourhood
BIG on Bloor; Bloordale’s Festival of Art & Culture features a weekend street closure and site-based activations for a week after, with 100,000+ visitors participating in multidisciplinary art projects, presented by over 100 local artists from various backgrounds, identities and groups.
Toronto International BrazilFest
Jul 20, 2024
to Jul 21, 2024
Earlscourt Park
The Toronto International BrazilFest is recognized as the largest Brazilian cultural event in Canada. The rhythms of Brazil will be expressed and celebrated with the help of a diverse and high-quality team of performers and bands. This event offers the experience of a truly authentic Brazilian festival right in your ...
August Festivals
Island Soul
Aug 1, 2024
to Aug 5, 2024
Harbourfront Centre
Huge Fete, Big Soul! We’re getting the whole family together for this one! A metaphorical current flows through the Caribbean connecting each of the islands in distinct ways as cultures and influences have been passed down like ideological heirlooms from family to family, generation to generation. The 26th edition of ...
Toronto Food Truck Festival
Aug 2, 2024
to Aug 5, 2024
Woodbine Park
Woodbine Park has never tasted this delicious before. Back for another year, The Toronto Food Truck Festival is serving up some real must-eats! As always, admission is free and there’s something for everyone. Entertain yourself with some of Toronto’s best local talent, participate in our live-eating challenges and enjoy a ...
Kempenfest
Aug 2, 2024
to Aug 5, 2024
Barrie Waterfront
We are excited to welcome you to Kempenfest 2024. Over 350 Arts, Crafts and Antique exhibitors, Food vendors, two Stages featuring over 40 hours of programming. The Midway. The Kids Village. It’s all waiting, just for you. Welcome to Barrie’s Waterfront, and one of Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals and Events. ...
Caribana Grand Parade
Aug 3, 2024
to Aug 3, 2024
Exhibition Place
Toronto’s Caribbean Caribana festival has grown exponentially since its start in 1967 and is currently North America’s largest cultural festival. What was once a three-day event has now grown into three weeks of celebration, absorbing most of the city with its infectious feel-good vibes. Over a million tourists are expected ...
Jambana One World Festival
Aug 5, 2024
to Aug 5, 2024
Chinguacousy Park
JAMBANA™ One World Festival, represents Canada’s growing cultural diversity in its finest form through performances by internationally acclaimed bands, artists and JUNO Award winners. Feel the rhythms of Reggae, World Beat, Soca, Gospel, Dance & Comedy. Experience the sights, sounds, tastes and global diversity at JAMBANA™!
Taco Fest
Aug 9, 2024
to Aug 11, 2024
Fort York
The highly anticipated return of Taco Fest! This three day Fiesta celebrating all things Mexican alongside Toronto’s most celebrated chefs is sure to bring out your favourite cocktails, music, interactive games, dance lessons and of course Tacos! With over 150 variations of Tacos, guests can expect to indulge in the ...
TD JerkFest
Aug 9, 2024
to Aug 11, 2024
Centennial Park
Get ready to experience the vibes of authentic Caribbean culture at TD JerkFest 2024! This highly anticipated three-day, family-friendly festival will be filled with mouthwatering jerk cuisine, infectious cultural music and live performances by local and chart-topping artists, but that’s not all! You’ll get the chance to immerse yourself in ...
Pickering Food Truck Festival
Aug 9, 2024
to Aug 11, 2024
The Esplanade Park
You’ll want to bring your friends and kids to Esplanade Park for some unbelievable food! We’re transforming the park to a foodie haven, jam-packed with a children’s village, beer garden and live entertainment stage. As always, admission is free and we’ll be beefing up the park with some good tunes. ...
Stouffville Ribfest
Aug 9, 2024
to Aug 11, 2024
Memorial Park Stouffville
Join us as we transform Memorial Park into our biggest festival of the Summer – Stouffville Ribfest! Celebrate the BEST summer has to offer with a FREE three-day festival that features award winning ribs, local breweries, a variety of food trucks, a kids zone, marketplace, and live entertainment all weekend ...
Orillia Waterfront Festival
Aug 9, 2024
to Aug 11, 2024
Port of Orillia
The Orillia Waterfront Festival features entertainment, food, a vendor market, new and used boat sales, a Cardboard Boat Race and a dog diving contest! The festival will feature a vendor market on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with a wide range of unique vendors showcasing everything from hot tubs to one-of-a ...
Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Aug 9, 2024
to Aug 11, 2024
Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex
The Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games is an annual three-day event that celebrates local Scottish heritage and features world-renowned talent and entertainment in the beautiful town of Fergus, Ontario. Whether you’re coming by yourself or with the entire clan there’s something for everyone, Scottish or nae! Celtic Music, crafts ...
Stouffville Ribfest
Aug 9, 2024
to Aug 11, 2024
Memorial Park
Join us as we transform Memorial Park into our biggest festival of the Summer – Stouffville Ribfest! Celebrate the BEST summer has to offer with a FREE three-day festival that features award winning ribs, local breweries, a variety of food trucks, a kids zone and highly anticipated entertainment all weekend ...
Port Hope Arts Festival
Aug 10, 2024
to Aug 10, 2024
Downtown Port Hope
Join us in celebrating the arts throughout Port Hope this August. Our in-person Arts Festival will take place in downtown Port Hope on August 10, 2024. The event will feature a 10-Minute Play Series, a vendor market, and a community gathering in the park. You can expect food vendors, activities ...
Milton African and Multicultural Festival
Aug 10, 2024
to Aug 10, 2024
Milton Community Sports Park
Celebrating African and multicultural diversity: The Milton African and Multicultural Festival is a celebration of the richness and diversity of African cultures and other cultures from around the world. We celebrate the differences that make us a unique and vibrant community. Featuring: Live cultural Entertainment Cultural foods Vendors Community information ...
Toronto International Tap Dance Festival 2024
Aug 15, 2024
to Aug 18, 2024
Harbourfront Centre
Experience the best in tap dance with workshops, shows, free nightly jams and more. The festival returns for its third edition, presenting leading global artists and nurtures the development of Canadian excellence in tap, all in collaboration with live music. Programming includes workshops, shows, free nightly jams and more! Produced ...
CNE - Canadian National Exhibition
Aug 16, 2024
to Sep 2, 2024
Exhibition Place
The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is Canada’s largest annual community event. Taking place over the 18 days leading up to and including Labour Day, the CNE offers a wide variety of entertainment and events including Bandshell concerts, celebrity chef demonstrations, an aerial acrobatics and ice skating show, a dog show, ...
Elora Riverfest
Aug 16, 2024
to Aug 18, 2024
Bissell Park
Get ready for three days of art, food trucks, arts and craft vendors, community and of course, music! We’re back with another incredible lineup for our lucky number year 13! More than 45 local, national and international acts, from household names to rising stars Riverfest Elora 2024 will be held ...
Markham Jazz Festival
Aug 16, 2024
to Aug 18, 2024
Historic Main Street Unionville
Come to historic Unionville August 16, 17 and 18 for 30+ stellar performances by more than 200 artists on multiple outdoor stages. Each stage will have a selection of tents and seating. No tickets to buy, just great music, charming venues and friendly fans – BRILLIANT!
Toronto Chinatown Festival
Aug 17, 2024
to Aug 18, 2024
Chinatown Toronto
On August 17 & 18, 2024, the Toronto Chinatown Business Improvement Area (CBIA) will host the 23rd Toronto Chinatown Festival! Featuring: Dragon Dance & Lion Dance Traditional Dancing & Opera Performances Kung Fu Performances Multi-Cultural Street Food West side of Spadina Avenue (between St Andrew St & Sullivan St) Saturday, August ...
Island Eats Food Festival
Aug 17, 2024
to Aug 18, 2024
Mel Lastman Square
Toronto’s Largest Island Food & Travel Show Island Eats Food Festival™ is an exciting two-day event scheduled for Saturday, August 17th and Sunday, August 18th, 2024 at Mel Lastman Square in Toronto, Ontario. Island Eats will provide a dazzling array of fun activities, entertainment and excitement for the entire family. ...
Japan Festival Canada
Aug 17, 2024
to Aug 18, 2024
Mississauga Celebration Square
Japan Festival CANADA has been hosted in one of the multicultural countries in the world, Canada, to introduce and promote genuine Japanese food, culture and technologies. The concept of Japan Festival CANADA is to contribute in further success of establishing Canada and Japan Diplomatic Relations. Since the first year event ...
TRCA Butterfly Festival
Aug 17, 2024
to Aug 17, 2024
Tommy Thompson Park
The TRCA Butterfly Festival is a FREE public event at Tommy Thompson Park (TTP) to celebrate an iconic insect as it embarks on an epic journey to Mexico over the winter months. Located on the Toronto waterfront at the convergence of two major migratory flyways, Tommy Thompson Park (TTP) is ...
Wheels on the Danforth
Aug 17, 2024
to Aug 17, 2024
Danforth Avenue
WHEELS… WHEELS… and more WHEELS at Toronto’s Best Street-Judged Car Show! Featuring: • 100’s of Classics, Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Tuners, Movie Cars, Race Cars, & Exotics! • Food, Vendors, & Kid’s Zone! • Buskers, Live Bands, DJs, and much more! If it’s got wheels… bring it! FREE Admission For ...
FAN EXPO Canada 2024
Aug 22, 2024
to Aug 25, 2024
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Everyone is a fan of something, and FAN EXPO is a place to celebrate all things pop culture. Get an autograph or a photo with your favourite guest then get the inside scoop about your favourite movies and TV shows at our celebrity panels! Watch professional comic artists battle it ...
Toronto Zoo Multicultural Festival
Aug 23, 2024
to Aug 25, 2024
Toronto Zoo
Join us for the 2nd Annual Multicultural Festival at your Toronto Zoo, in partnership with Moksha Canada, from August 23rd to 25th for the most colourful display of culture, dance, and food! Celebrate your Toronto Zoo’s 50th birthday with the vast tastes and sounds that encompass the beauty of Toronto ...
Aurora Ribfest
Aug 23, 2024
to Aug 25, 2024
Machell Park, Aurora
Mark your calendars because the tastiest event of the year will be taking place at Machell Park, as the rib teams get fired up starting on Friday, August 23. Not only will there be the tastiest ribs but also roasted yams, roasted corn on the cob, beavertails and many other ...
Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy
Aug 30, 2024
to Sep 2, 2024
Woodbine Park
It’s spontaneous, it’s outrageous; it’s fun, funny, and fabulous – there is something for everyone at the Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy. For four exhilarating days, the festival showcases an array of mind-boggling circus acts, daring acrobatics, mesmerizing magic shows, hilarious comedy performances, and much more. In addition to the ...
Bark In The Park TO hosted by BuskerFest
Aug 30, 2024
to Sep 2, 2024
Woodbine Park
Join in the fun at Bark in the Park TO, a four-day event dedicated to dogs and dog lovers! This unique festival is packed with fun activities, exciting performances, and pet-centric vendors, all set against the scenic backdrop of Woodbine Park. Expect interactive play areas, special photo ops, and a ...
2024 Toronto Dragon Festival
Aug 30, 2024
to Sep 1, 2024
Nathan Phillips Square
2024 Toronto Dragon Festival Returns to Nathan Phillips Square with Foods, Beers, and Luminati Night Shows Toronto and the world are eager to watch the stunning acrobatic performances of the lion dance, but only better with new shows with foods, beer garden and enchanting Luminati Night Light Show, exclusively at ...
