Festivals

Mississauga Latin Festival is a high-energy weekend filled with the rhythms, colours, and flavours of Latin America, celebrating culture with free concerts in different musical and artistic genres, along with a spectacular parade featuring participants in beautiful costumes. The festival also includes a large children’s area with free activities, a
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Check out many FREE world-class jazz performances at the Markham Jazz Festival, set in the quaint and historic village of Unionville in the heart of Markham. Enjoy a wide range of acts that cover a vibrant and eclectic mix of more than 30 outstanding jazz performances on three stages, where
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The Nepalese Canadian Community Services (NCCS) hosts the annual Himalayan Mela at Nathan Phillips Square, the largest celebration of Nepali culture in Canada and a vibrant celebration of togetherness. This free event invites attendees to experience the rich traditions and spirit of the Himalayas, including community activities and performances, outreach
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Tastes of South East Asia is a free and vibrant community festival at North York’s Mel Lastman Square, a cultural celebration of food, music, dance, art, and traditions. Cultures connect, communities come together, and unforgettable memories are made through the flavours, cultures, and vibes of South East Asia, including iconic
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Hosted by The Society of Philippine Artists, Recreation, and Community (SPARC), Taste of Manila turns North York’s Little Manila area into an epic free street party celebrating the richness of Filipino heritage. Here, families can eat good food, find unique treasures among the vendors and local artisans, and enjoy a
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Bring your family, friends and even your dog to the free outdoor music festival, the It’s OK* World Festival, which showcases the talents of Toronto’s black arts community! Ontario Place’s Trillium Park transforms into a vibrant hub of music with this free outdoor festival rooted in community, including a thoughtful
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The Humber Bay Shores Annual Waterfront Festival returns to the shores of Etobicoke, featuring a farmers’ market and artisan vendors showcasing locally-made treats and handcrafted goods. The two-day festival offers free admission and also includes local performers, a DJ, and a Kids Zone with games, activities, and entertainment for children
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The annual WAYO Children’s Festival, produced by Jamii (meaning “community” in Swahili), is an immersive arts festival for families with children under 12, with tickets for only $5. Instead of sitting for one show, families follow a maze-like route through two historic buildings in Old Town Toronto, complete with short
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The Distillery District goes country this summer with the Toronto Country Fest, with 18 days of country-inspired fun, including live country music, free line dancing lessons, carnival-style games, cattle roping, interactive activities and photo ops. Admission and most activities are free, so saddle up and enjoy the nostalgia of a county fair,
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Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville hosts the Stouffville Ribfest, transforming Memorial Park into the area’s biggest food festival of the summer, with free admission! Come out and celebrate summer food and fun at this three-day festival, which features award-winning ribs, local breweries, and various food trucks, plus a Kid’s Zone with midway
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