From the smoky aroma of sizzling ribs to international flavours and sweet treats, be sure to plan a visit to a food festival this summer! Whether you’re craving comfort food or something new, these family-friendly events offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy delicious eats, live entertainment, and community fun under the summer sun. Check back often as we continue to add events to this guide.
GTA Ribfests & Summer Food Festivals
Aurora Ribfest
Aug 22
to Aug 24, 2025
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 22. Not only will there be the tastiest ribs but also roasted yams, roasted corn on the cob, beavertails and ...
Pie Day at Lakeview Farmers' Market
Aug 24
to Aug 24, 2025
Small Arms Inspection Building
Head out for a community Pie Day at the Lakeview Farmers’ Market. Participate in the festive Pie Contest, attend a Butter Tart Making Workshop, and make a paper craft lattice pie crust. The Lakeview Farmers Market brings you local produce, handmade goods, life music and community atmosphere – ...
Brampton Food Truck Festival
Aug 29
to Aug 31, 2025
Chinguacousy Park
Brampton Food Truck Festival will be LIVE for 3 days! 40 Food Trucks will be serving up some of the best food from around the country, this is a festival you won’t want to miss! Show some of your Brampton love by bringing your friends and family. Oh ...
Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy
Aug 29
to Sep 1, 2025
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. Be prepared to witness something spectacular around every corner from circus artistry, to daredevils, feats of the impossible, and so much more at Ontario’s largest gathering ...
Canada’s Largest Ribfest
Aug 29
to Sep 1, 2025
Spencer Smith Park
Canada’s Largest Ribfest is proudly organized by Rotary Burlington Lakeshore. It’s their largest and most successful community event and has been around since they planned Ontario’s first Ribfest in 1996. Since that day, all proceeds collected have gone to charity. Fun for the whole family in the Latch ...
Taste of The Kingsway 2025
Sep 5
to Sep 7, 2025
Bloor Street West between Montgomery Rd and Prince Edward Dr
Get ready for a weekend of food, music, and family fun at South Etobicoke’s largest street festival — Taste of The Kingsway is back from September 5–7, 2025! Presented by Mantella Corporation This beloved community event will once again take over Bloor Street West with something for everyone. ...
Oktoberfest at Canada's Wonderland
Sep 6
to Sep 21, 2025
Canada’s Wonderland
Prost! One of our most popular festivals is returning to Canada’s Wonderland: Oktoberfest! This event includes authentic German-themed food and beverage specials and traditional festival bands! Get ready to toast your stein and join this German food and beer festival for three fun-filled weekends. At Oktoberfest, enjoy classic ...
Vegandale Festival
Sep 6
to Sep 6, 2025
Woodbine Beach Park
North America’s largest Vegan Festival at Woodbine Park in Toronto! Where music, interactive art, hundreds of vendors, and thousands of people come together to realize a world without animal exploitation… Featuring: Food & Drink Vendors from around the world bring their best and newest to Vegandale. Art Dress ...
Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival
Sep 12
to Sep 14, 2025
Bloor West Village
The Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival welcomes you to come and enjoy everything the Ukrainian culture has to offer. Discover Ukrainian culture in Canada and share the Ukrainian spirit at North America’s largest Ukrainian Street Festival.
RELISH The Foodie Event 2025
Sep 19
to Sep 21, 2025
Cloverdale Mall
RELISH is back—and this year, we’re turning up the flavour! Join us for a three-day celebration of food, culture, and community. From gourmet bites to local delights, live entertainment, and family fun, it’s a foodie experience you won’t want to miss. Friday, September 19 – 5 pm to ...
Markham Museum’s Applefest
Sep 27
to Sep 27, 2025
Markham Museum
Discover delicious apple fun at Markham Museum’s Applefest! Enjoy tasty treats, rides, games, entertainment, and family fun for all to enjoy. Tickets start at $11. Purchasing at the door will increase ticket pricing $2. Buy online to save! Buy tickets and learn more at MarkhamMuseum.ca!
Toronto Garlic Festival presented by Dupont By the Castle BIA
Sep 28
to Sep 28, 2025
On Spadina Road between Davenport Road and Dupont Street, Toronto
Celebrating it’s 14th Year! 10,000 visitors stock up on their winter supply of Ontario-grown garlic, savour garlic-inspired chef creations paired with garlic cocktails, mocktails & garlic beer, get free garlic shots, discover garlic jellies, sauces preserves, ferments & hand-made crafts, & enjoy Culture Talks and Live Music. They ...
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
Nov 7
to Nov 16, 2025
Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair will return to Toronto’s Exhibition Place from November 1-10, 2024. Now in its 102nd year, The Royal is the world’s largest combined indoor agricultural and equestrian show celebrating the best in agriculture, local food, and equestrian competitions from across the country.
Stackt Holiday Hills & Marketplace
Nov 14
to Dec 28, 2025
stackt market
From bold installations to nostalgic experiences, Holiday Hills is filled with festive moments to explore. Stroll through immersive displays, cozy up with comfort food and seasonal sips, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and holiday drops, and enjoy weekly entertainment that keeps the vibe going all season long. Scroll down ...
PA Day - Winter Warm-Up
Nov 14
to Nov 14, 2025
College Street United Church
Get cozy in the kitchen with this comforting and creative full-day P.A. Day cooking class! In this hands-on crash course, young chefs will roll, shape, and sauté their way to a delicious homemade lunch: pillowy Sweet Potato Gnocchi in Brown Butter Sage Sauce, served alongside juicy Stuffed Chicken ...
CHOCOLA-TO is The Toronto Chocolate Event!
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Small Arms Inspection Building (SAIB)
Our story begins with a passion and love for chocolate that has spanned many years of learning, growing and introducingCanada to the best chocolate available. Come and experience an international map of chocolatiers and chocolate-related products while having fun tasting, with the opportunity to discover, as well as choose festive ...
CHOCOLA-TO: The Toronto Chocolate Event
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Small Arms Inspection Building
Our story begins with a passion and love for chocolate that has spanned many years of learning, growing and introducing Canada to the best chocolate available. Come and experience an international map of chocolatiers and chocolate-related products while having fun tasting, with the opportunity to discover, as well ...
Maker Market
Nov 22
to Nov 23, 2025
The Maker Bean Cafe
Back for its 7th year – our annual two day Holiday Maker Market for local artisans is on Saturday November 22, 10-6pm and Sunday November 23, 10-5pm! Date: Saturday Nov 22, 10-6pm Sunday Nov 23, 10-5pm Save the date! FREE ADMISSION Location: The Maker Bean Cafe – 1052 ...
Country Heritage Holiday Experience & Halton Butter Tart Festival
Nov 23
to Nov 23, 2025
Country Heritage Park
The Country Heritage Holiday Experience and Halton Buttertart Festival takes place on Sunday, November 23, 2025 from 10 am to 4 pm. Holiday Market Vendors inside and outside, Halton Buttertart Festival vendors serving up Ontario’s best, Historical Buildings open, Santa photos, Interactive educational experiences for all ages, kids ...
Feed Your Family, Feed Jamaica: Nando's & Kardinal Offishall
Nov 25
to Nov 25, 2025
Nando’s Kennedy Commons
Next Tuesday, Nando’s Canada and Kardinal Offishall are firing up the grill for a powerful cause. For one night only, the Canadian music icon will take over the grill at Nando’s Kennedy Commons, serving up flame-grilled favourites, meeting fans, and helping raise critical support for relief efforts in ...
Winterfest Toronto
Nov 28
to Jan 5, 2026
Harbourfront Centre
Back for its second year, Winterfest 2025 transforms Harbourfront Centre into a festive wonderland. Enjoy dazzling lights, delicious eats, magical train rides, holiday markets, a new Winter Maze and live performances. Step into a magical winter wonderland where the charm of the season comes alive! Winterfest Toronto is ...
Pingle's Red & Green Christmas Whobilation
Dec 6
to Dec 21, 2025
Pingle’s Farm Market
Tickets are now on sale for our annual Christmas Celebration at Pingle’s Farm! Join us on weekend’s in December for visits with Santa, festive food, and holiday magic! Featuring: Visits with Santa Pictures with Santa (taken on your own phone) Visit the Animal Barn Build-Your-Own Stuffies! (extra $) ...
Breakfast with Santa at the CN Tower
Dec 6
to Dec 6, 2025
CN Tower
Santa will be flying to the Tower on December 6 and 13 to visit with children from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tickets include access to a delicious breakfast buffet, a special gift (one per child), a photo with Santa (one per child), and access to the Main and ...
Saturday Cooking Workshop - Hand-Pulled Candy Canes
Dec 6
to Dec 6, 2025
College Street United Church
Sweet fun at our Saturday workshops! Get ready to twist, pull, and shape your way into the sweet spirit of the season! Participants will dive into the art of candy-making, learning and mastering the techniques of sugar work while creating their very own hand-pulled candy canes. Cost is ...
Breakfast with Santa at the CN Tower
Dec 13
to Dec 13, 2025
CN Tower
Santa will be flying to the Tower on December 6 and 13 to visit with children from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tickets include access to a delicious breakfast buffet, a special gift (one per child), a photo with Santa (one per child), and access to the Main and ...
PA Day - Noodles & Nibbles
Jan 16
to Jan 16, 2026
College Street United Church
Warm up your creativity and sharpen your skills in this slurp-worthy, flavour-packed full-day P.A. Day cooking class! Young chefs will master the art of hand-pulled noodles as they build a cozy bowl of Mushroom Ramen, topped with sweet and spicy Sriracha Honey Tofu Steaks. Then, it’s on to ...
PA Day - Pizzas, Pastries & Perfect Pairings
Feb 13
to Feb 13, 2026
College Street United Church
Calling all pizza lovers! Get ready for a hands-on culinary experience that’s as delicious as it is fun in this full-day P.A. Day cooking class! Students will stretch, top, and bake their very own Neapolitan-Style Pizzas from scratch, served alongside a hearty Chicken or Chickpea Kale Caesar Salad. ...
Saturday Cooking Workshop - Love at First Bite
Feb 14
to Feb 14, 2026
College Street United Church
Join us on February 14th! Fall in love with the art of pastry in this three-hour Valentine’s Day workshop! Participants will master two romantic confections: delicate heart-shaped French macarons and decadent white chocolate & berry bon bons. 3-hour time slots: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm Cost is $125 ...
Wye Marsh Family Day Weekend
Feb 16
to Feb 16, 2026
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
Step out onto the trails, enjoy the beauty of nature, and make new memories together this Family Day! How many eggs does a turtle lay? What do you call a baby mink? Which birds set up nurseries, and which animals are the best dads? Dive into the fascinating ...
March Break Cooking Camp
Mar 16
to Mar 20, 2026
College Street United Church
Travel the World Through Food This March Break! Inspired by the incredibly popular Around the World summer camp series, Around the World in Winter is an exciting culinary adventure where each day takes campers to a new country and into the heart of its seasonal cuisine. This year, ...
Saturday Cooking Workshop - Bakes in Bloom
Apr 25
to Apr 25, 2026
College Street United Church
Join us to learn to bake and decorate floral cupcakes! Kick off the spring season with a three-hour workshop dedicated to creating stunning cupcakes. Participants will begin by preparing our signature buttermilk sponge batter, then make a bright, seasonal curd filling and whip up the lightest, fluffiest buttercream. ...
PA Day - Sweet Heat Kitchen
Jun 5
to Jun 5, 2026
College Street United Church
Spice things up and bake like a pro in this exciting full-day P.A. Day cooking class! Young chefs will explore international flavours with a Korean-inspired lunch: Crispy Chicken or Tofu Sandwiches on Soft Buns, topped with Creamy Sesame Slaw and served with Sweet Potato Fries. For dessert, students ...
Rooks to Cooks Summer Cooking Camps
Jun 22
to Sep 4, 2026
Various Locations
Are your kids hungry for some fun this summer? Rooks to Cooks offers summer cooking camps ideal for children aged 6–14, running from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There are 10 week-long camp sessions across 12 locations featuring a wide variety of culinary themes, such as pastry-focused sessions ...
