June Event Guide for Toronto and the GTA


June Event Guide sponsored by Cirque du Soleil Cirque Days

Kids jump for joy when the calendar turns to June because it’s almost school vacation time! Plus, it’s a busy month in Toronto: the weather starts to get hot so that means it’s time to hit splash pads, pools and cottages. Outdoor events begin to rev up too, such as the block parties and food festivals that begin to take over the downtown streets. Not only that, but Cirque du Soleil celebrates Spring all month long with OVO, a dazzling show that immerses you in a bustling insect ecosystem brimming with life – don’t miss their special Cirque Days deals! So, join the party with our June Event Guide for Toronto and the GTA…

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Cirque du Soleil OVO (Continuing until June 28)

The world is teeming with life — celebrate it this spring with Cirque du Soleil’s OVO! It’s a show to remember, with traditional circus arts, clowning around, and the heart-stopping acrobatics for which Cirque du Soleil is known.


Casa Loma: Symphony in the Gardens (Starting June 2)

Enjoy music under the stars on Monday evenings this summer at Casa Loma, hosting Symphony in the Gardens in the spectacular Glass Pavilion.


Mirvish Productions: “Beetlejuice” (Starting June 3)

It’s *showtime* as Mirvish Productions presents “Beetlejuice” at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film and starring the ghost-with-the-most himself, Beetlejuice!


Luminato Festival (June 4-22)

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.


Do West Fest (June 6-8)

Do West Fest is a free street festival of music, arts, food, fun, and community, covering 16 blocks along Dundas Street West.


Taste of Little Italy (June 13-15)

Taste of Little Italy transforms College Street into a bustling free street festival, with live music, bustling patios, multicultural vendors, amazing food and carnival rides.


Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) (Starts June 12)

Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) presents outdoor film screenings in three parks around the city, celebrating their 15th anniversary with a 20-evening festival programme featuring this year’s nostalgia-filled theme of “When We Were Young”.


The TD Toronto Jazz Festival (June 20-29)

The TD Toronto Jazz Festival returns to light up the city’s music scene once again this summer, taking over the Bloor-Yorkville neighbourhood from with 100 free outdoor shows over 10 days, as well as cultural themed nights that celebrate the music diversity of our city.


City of Toronto Indigenous Arts Festival and Na-Me-Res Pow Wow (June 20-21)

The City of Toronto celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day with the return of the Indigenous Arts Festival at Garrison Commons outside the Fort York National Historic Site. This two-day festival and special event features the Na-Me-Res Pow Wow, along with vibrant and inclusive festivities, plus craft and food vendors.


Royal Canadian International Circus (Starts June 27)

The Royal Canadian International Circus (RCIC) is back for another amazing summer of spectacular circus fun and an exhilarating experience your family will never forget. This year, they are setting up their Magnificent Big Top in Ontario throughout the summer months — from the end of the school year in June all the way until Labour Day Monday.

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Dive into the enchanting world of Cirque du Soleil OVO with their exciting Cirque Days promotional offers! Come see this spectacular circus production in the last few weeks of their triumphant return to the Toronto lakeshore. For the entire month of June, Cirque du Soleil is offering families their biggest promotion of the year!

Don’t miss your chance to see this breathtaking show! This all-ages spectacle is suitable for the whole family, so *bee* sure to bring all your baby bugs. In addition, Cirque du Soleil is now offering two brilliant ticket deals all month, perfect for a special outing with family and friends, or even a date night!

May 23 – June 10: Child tickets for FREE!

Want to take your kids to a circus show they will never forget? From May 23 to June 10, with the Free Child Ticket Offer, parents can get one (1) complimentary Child (ages 2-12) ticket with the purchase of one (1) full-price Adult ticket, for select price levels and performances. You can even get four (4) Adults and up to four (4) complimentary Child tickets per transaction! (The Free Child Ticket Offer is subject to availability and cannot be combined with any other offers.)

June 10-28: Stay tuned for more exciting offers!

For the last shows of the Toronto leg of the Cirque du Soleil OVO tour, there’s even more offers in store! Even if you’ve already seen the show, this is a great opportunity to check out with this buzz-worthy circus before it flies away.

Find out more about Cirque du Soleil OVO here!

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