August
Markham Jazz Festival
Check out some free world-class jazz performances at Markham Jazz Festival in the quaint and historic village of Unionville in the heart of Markham. Enjoy the wide range of acts that cover Grammy and JUNO winners, special tributes, jive, blues, big bands, and modern jazz, as you sip, shop and stroll
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Crossroads of the Danforth BIA: Wheels on the Danforth
Wheels on the Danforth, presented by the Crossroads of the Danforth BIA located in Toronto’s East End, is a free community street festival featuring a car show, food vendors, a kid’s zone, buskers, live bands, DJs, movie in the park, and much more. The car show includes hundreds of classic
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Harbourfront Centre: Habari Africa
Harbourfront Centre hosts Habari Africa, a free three-day festival that celebrates the rich and diverse cultures of Africa through live music, dance, workshops and arts. Led by African-Canadian and international artists presented by Batuki Music Society, events include concerts in varying musical styles, such as traditional instrumental music, desert blues,
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Guide to the Best August Events in Toronto and the GTA
Wow, it’s already August?! Time flies fast in the summer! Don’t worry, there’s still time to check off all of your summer to-do’s, like hitting the beach… or pool, or water park, or river, whatever you can find to cool you down! Plus, this month has plenty of action-packed festivals and
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Guide to the Best River Tubing in Southern Ontario
Picture it: a beautiful warm day, the cool water underneath and blue sky above as you relax and glide gently along, without a care in the world. Sounds like you’re at a five-star resort, right? But this scenario can take place here at home with a scenic and watery summer
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Yorkville Murals
Presented by Taglialatella Galleries and INK Entertainment, in partnership with the Bloor-Yorkville BIA, Yorkville Murals transforms the famous upscale downtown neighbourhood into a huge canvas during this free outdoor festival. This year’s event continues the theme of “No Empty Spaces”, celebrating public art with cultural events such as murals, interactive
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FAN EXPO Canada
The largest comics, sci-fi, anime and gaming event in the country, the four-day pop culture convention FAN EXPO Canada celebrates all things fandom, including the fun Family Zone, where you can enjoy kid-friendly games, hands-on experiences, crafts and more. Every year, FAN EXPO Canada offers exciting family-friendly attractions, events, and
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Toronto Chinatown Festival
Toronto Chinatown Festival, hosted by the Toronto Chinatown BIA, returns with two days of free cultural performances, as well as traditional and multicultural street eats, family activities, Dragon & Lion Dance performances, and more! This year’s festival includes a main stage performance by Hong Kong stage and screen icon Alice
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CNE (Canadian National Exhibition)
The Canadian National Exhibition, more often called the CNE or just The Ex, has been a Toronto summer tradition since 1879 and it’s back with its annual array of EXciting events, such as rides and games, Kids’ World, SuperDogs plus more concerts and performances, Food Building, Gaming Garage, Air Show
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University Settlement: Grange Festival
The non-profit organization University Settlement hosts the annual Grange Festival downtown at Grange Park, a free outdoor fair with engaging performances and a range of free fun-filled activities for both adults and children. With community tables by over 25 downtown organizations and performances by local artists, families can have some
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