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 & Food Festivals
Oakville Family Ribfest
Jun 26
to Jun 28, 2026
Sheridan College Oakville Campus
Oakville’s Largest Outdoor Event is Coming Back! We are excited to invite you to attend the Annual Oakville Family Ribfest. This year the Rotary Club of Oakville Trafalgar has again joined forces with the Oakville Lions Club to host Ribfest at the beautiful Sheridan College campus on Trafalgar ...
Strawberry Festival Stouffville
Jun 26
to Jun 28, 2026
Memorial Park, Stouffville
The Town of Stouffville and the Strawberry Festival Board of Directors are excited to welcome the community back to the 2026 Whitchurch-Stouffville Strawberry Festival, a long-standing tradition that has brought people together for over 40 years. The 2026 Strawberry Festival will take place at Memorial Park on: Friday, ...
Taste of the Junction 2026
Jun 27
to Jun 27, 2026
Toronto’s west end is coming alive this summer! The Junction BIA invites residents and visitors to experience Taste of the Junction 2026, a one-day outdoor market and cultural celebration on Saturday, June 27, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Green P parking lot at 385 Pacific ...
Caledon Canada Day and Strawberry Festival
Jul 1
to Jul 1, 2026
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. Arrive Early on July 1 to ensure you get strawberries Free admission ...
Canada Day Strawberry Festival
Jul 1
to Jul 1, 2026
Downey’s Farm Market
Celebrate Canada Day on July 1st the sweetest way at Downey’s Canada Day Strawberry Festival — a fun-filled summer tradition for families and friends. Enjoy live music, lively entertainment, and plenty of strawberry-inspired treats to enjoy throughout the day. Explore acres of outdoor farm fun, soak up the ...
Hamilton Canada Day at Bayfront Park
Jul 1
to Jul 1, 2026
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, ...
Taste of the Middle East Summer Festival
Jul 3
to Jul 5, 2026
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 2026 Celebrating Arabic Music, Art and Heritage, will transform Nathan Philips Square into a walk ...
Barrie Ribfest
Jul 3
to Jul 5, 2026
Beside Georgian Mall
The Barrie Ribfest X 2026 is presented by Gelateria Italiana and will take place on Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5, 2026 held at Heritage Park (Barrie’s waterfront) in Barrie. We are bringing North America’s Best Rib Teams. These “Pitmasters” are ready to serve you and your ...
Taste of Lawrence 2026
Jul 3
to Jul 5, 2026
Lawrence Avenue East between Warden Avenue and Birchmount Road
Get ready for a special edition of Taste of Lawrence as we kick off the summer and celebrate the world’s biggest game in unforgettable fashion! ⚽🎉 Join us July 3–5 for Scarborough’s largest street festival, bringing together incredible food, culture, music, entertainment, and community from around the world. ...
Fun Philippines
Jul 3
to Jul 5, 2026
Harbourfront Centre
Immerse yourself in a celebration of Filipino culture through a tasty lineup of food vendors. From cherished dishes passed down through generations to irresistible street food favourites and innovative Filipino fusion cuisine, visitors can savour the full spectrum of flavours that define the Philippines’ culinary heritage. Across performance ...
Oakville Food Truck Festival
Jul 11
to Jul 12, 2026
Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park
The Oakville Food Truck Festival is back in town for 2 DAYS! 30 Food Trucks will be serving up some of the best food from the country, this is a festival you won’t want to miss! Show some of your Oakville love by bringing your friends and family. ...
24th TD Festival of South Asia 2026
Jul 11
to Jul 12, 2026
Gerrard India Bazaar
Join us at the 24th TD Festival of South Asia 2026, one of North America’s largest and most vibrant South Asian street festivals, transforming Toronto’s iconic Gerrard India Bazaar into a spectacular celebration of culture, music, food, art, and community. Over two exciting days, the festival will feature ...
Taste of Vietnam Festival
Jul 16
to Jul 18, 2026
Nathan Phillips Square
Get ready for Taste of Vietnam Toronto V in 2025! Everlasting Love – The Infinity of Love in All Forms From romance to family, friendship, and cultural connections, we’re celebrating love in every beautiful way! Love comes in many forms—family, friendship, culture, and community. This year, we’re celebrating ...
Richmond Hill Ribfest
Jul 17
to Jul 19, 2026
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. Join us from July 17 – 19, ...
Ribfest in Richmond Hill
Jul 17
to Jul 19, 2026
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 amusement offerings for all ages!
Toronto International BrazilFest
Jul 18
to Jul 19, 2026
Earlscourt Park
Experience the heart and soul of Brazil right here in Toronto! Immerse yourself in a world of rhythmic beats, vibrant colors and rich culture at Toronto International Brazilfest. For two decades, we have been bringing the spirit of Brazil to life, showcasing the essence of our culture through ...
Oakville Strawberry Festival
Jul 18
to Jul 18, 2026
downtown oakville
Celebrate Oakville’s sweet history at the Strawberry Festival in Downtown Oakville! Once known as the Strawberry Capital of Canada, Oakville is bringing the community together for a festive summer day filled with live entertainment, shopping, patio dining, and strawberry-themed fun. Lakeshore Road East from Thomas Street to Dunn ...
#BollywoodMonster Food Festival
Jul 24
to Jul 27, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
Enjoy momos, samosas, idlis, kebabs, ice cream and other treats while shopping and enjoying FREE family activities! July 24-26, 2026 | Mississauga Celebration Square All are welcome! FREE parking! Bollywood stars! FREE music and dance performances Facepainting SuperDogs Show Inflatable Slide Food eating contest and more! FREE admission
Oakville Latino Festival 2026
Jul 24
to Jul 26, 2026
Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park
For the fifth consecutive year, Oakville Latino Festival is back! Canadian family, are you ready? 3 days enjoying the best flavours from Latin America. Salty and sweet food, kids’ zone, music, live bands, international singers, dance performances, zumba, outdoor bar, entrepreneurs, exhibitors, artisans, giant outdoor parties and much ...
#BollywoodMonster Food Festival
Jul 24
to Jul 28, 2026
Mississauga Celebration Square
#BollywoodMonster Food Festival (FREE ENTRY) #BollywoodMonster Food Festival at #BollywoodMonster Mashup! About this event 🎟 FREE admission 📅 Fri Jul 24 (6pm – 11pm), Sat Jul 25 (12pm – 11pm) & Sun Jul 26 (12pm – 7pm) 📍 Mississauga Celebration Square 🌏 What to Expect Momos, samosas, dosas, ...
Toronto Food Truck Festival
Jul 31
to Aug 3, 2026
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, including Free Children’s Games. Entertain yourself with some of Toronto’s best local talent, participate in ...
Taco Fest
Aug 7
to Aug 9, 2026
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 ...
TD JerkFest
Aug 7
to Aug 9, 2026
Centennial Park
Get ready to experience the vibes of authentic Caribbean culture at TD JerkFest 2026! 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 ...
Pickering Food Truck Festival
Aug 7
to Aug 9, 2026
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, including Free Children’s Games, a beer garden and live entertainment stage. As always, admission is free and we’ll be beefing up the park with some ...
Stouffville Ribfest
Aug 7
to Aug 9, 2026
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 ...
Afro-Carib Fest 2026
Aug 22
to Aug 23, 2026
Thomson Memorial Park
Experience the Ultimate Celebration of African & Caribbean Culture! Join us for the 14th annual Afro-Carib Fest, an award-winning, FREE weekend festival that celebrates the vibrant Afro-Caribbean culture through live music, dance, food, and art! Date: August 22nd & 23rd, 2026 Time: 12 PM – 9 PM Location: ...
Toronto International BuskerFest for Epilepsy
Sep 4
to Sep 7, 2026
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
Sep 4
to Sep 7, 2026
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 ...
Oktoberfest at Canada's Wonderland
Sep 6
to Nov 1, 2026
Canada’s Wonderland
Canada’s Wonderland invites guests to celebrate Oktoberfest, a beloved annual festival that brings the sights, sounds and flavours of Germany to the park. Savour authentic German favourites like bratwurst and warm pretzels, along with a selection of seasonal dishes perfectly paired with an extensive lineup of craft beers. ...
Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival
Sep 18
to Sep 20, 2026
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.
