Markham Village Music Festival has entertained families since 1978 with free outdoor concerts held on five stages around Markham. Events also include the All Ages Street Dance Party, Kidz Zone, Indigenous Activities, Dog Zone, Village Market, Auto Classics, and more. Markham Village Music Festival Date: June 20-21, 2025 Time: Show times
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Hanging out at a splash pad makes for easy day of fun since they’re located in parks and recreation areas, and often near a playground, so parents can supervise their kids as they run around while staying safe. Don’t forget your sunscreen and bring your own towels and chairs! There
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Presented by the Burlington Performing Arts Centre, the Sound of Music Festival is Canada’s largest free outdoor music festival, taking place the week leading up to Father’s Day. With three stages of live music, family-friendly performers on Streetfest, Saturday morning parade, rides and games at the Midway, plus a wide
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Experience the award-winning Oshawa Peony Festival, a free captivating two-day event where families can become immersed in the splendour of the Oshawa Valley Botanical Garden. At the peony garden, see the prestigious judged peony competition featuring breathtaking blooms, along with merchandise and food vendors, children’s activities, community displays and live
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Brampton KiteFest invites you to soar high with fun activities and good vibes, featuring a fantastic lineup of professional kite fliers that fill the sky with unique colourful kites. Bring your own kite or purchase a kit at the festival (while supplies last), and enjoy inflatables from Hector’s Fun Park,
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Do West Fest is a free street festival of music, arts, food, fun, and community, celebrating its 12th Anniversary in the heart of Little Portugal. Covering 16 blocks in downtown Toronto along Dundas Street West, Do West Fest brings this dynamic neighbourhood together to explore food, shopping, and rich cultural diversity.
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Luminato Festival Toronto is the city’s multi-arts festival, which kicks off the summer with memorable art experiences, presenting a unique blend of music, dance, theatre and performance art by exceptional Canadian and international artists. Along with free and ticketed events across the city, there’s also a free outdoor music weekend
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Celebrate the start of summer at the Downtown Milton SummerFest, featuring local businesses and vendors, live entertainment, kids’ activities and more! SummerFest attractions include great bands playing a wide range of music throughout the day, family activities including bouncy castles, rock climbing, Lego and games,  plus a vendor marketplace, summer
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Stouffville Strawberry Festival is a free three-day festival in the berry-picking area of Whitchurch-Stouffville. It features a carnival, inflatables, live performances, talent shows, strawberry-focused food offerings and baking contests, as well as fireworks on the evening of Canada Day! Stouffville Strawberry Festival Date: June 27-29, 2025 (Fireworks on July 1)
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Taste of Asia Festival is a free event that celebrates Asian food and culture with three days of cultural events, family-friendly attractions, and food. Immerse yourself in a celebration of diversity and unity, highlighted by food stands and breathtaking live performances from Asia and beyond. Taste of Asia Festival Date:
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