Join us to celebrate Toronto’s oldest and most beloved free community fair!
University Settlement will welcome thousand of community members to Grange Park, downtown Toronto, on August 7 (11:30 AM to 3 PM) for the 85th annual Grange Festival, a long-standing Toronto tradition celebrating culture, connection, and community. The Grange Festival welcomes more than 4500 participants each year and features performances, community organizations, leisure activities, food, and opportunities for families and individuals of all ages to connect. All free!
At this year’s festival, attendees will have the opportunity to explore community tables from more than 25 Toronto-based organizations. In addition, they will be able to enjoy live performances by local artists, including dance and music representing the city’s diverse cultural communities, as well as performances from University Settlement’s Music & Arts School and Seniors Programs. Free games and activities will also be available, as well as free treats, including hot dogs, ice cream, snow cones, popcorn, and cotton candy.
All free thanks to the generous support of our sponsors International Data Financial Services (IFDS), the Kiwanis Club of Casa Loma and ecobee by Generac.
Founded in 1910, University Settlement is Toronto’s oldest settlement organization. We are a multi-service agency offering a wide range of services including Licensed Day Care, Sports & Recreation, Children’s programs, After-school and Camps, Settlement & Newcomers Services, Senior Programs and Wellness Initiatives, Music and Arts Programs. Each year, University Settlement serves more than 12000 children, youth, adults, and seniors through programs that foster well-being, inclusion, and community connection. Our three locations across downtown Toronto and North York are strategically located to serve its diverse and multi-generational communities.
Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Grange Park (24 Grange Road, Toronto, ON)
Admission: FREE! Everyone is welcome.
