August
University Settlement: Grange Festival
The non-profit organization University Settlement hosts the annual Grange Festival downtown at Grange Park, a free outdoor fair featuring engaging performances and a range of free and fun-filled activities for both adults and children. Families can have some free summer fun in the park, exploring community tables from over 25
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Oddside Arts and Riverside BIA: Afraspektion Festival
Oddside Arts and Riverside BIA present the Afraspektion Festival, celebrating and highlighting the contributions and creativity of the Afrodiaspora, and honouring the legacy of African Canadians. At this family-friendly festival, enjoy the carnival vibes with an opening ceremony at Riverside Common Park, plus giveaways, a curated market, live music and
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Wavelength Summer Thing
Wavelength Summer Thing is a FREE all-ages celebration of independent music, arts and community, featuring a diverse and uplifting line-up of musical artists from indie, hip-hop and electronic to folk and global music. Returning to Ontario Place’s Trillium Park this year, you can also find interactive art installations, games, food
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Guide to the Best August Events in Toronto and the GTA
Wow, it’s already August?! Time certainly flies fast in the summer! But 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
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Salsa in Toronto Festival: Salsa on Market Street
Hosted by the Salsa in Toronto Festival, Salsa on Market Street returns to the St. Lawrence neighbourhood, bringing rhythm and energy back to Toronto’s historic Old Town. Everyone is invited to experience the joy of salsa dancing in the heart of the city and join the music, movement, and vibrant
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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, local vendors, a kid’s zone, live entertainment, Free Movie Night in Oakridge Park (to see Jumanji: The Next Level), and much more. The
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Evergreen Brick Works: Free Summer Movie Nights
Evergreen Brick Works presents its indoor Free Summer Movie Nights series on Thursday evenings in August. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, get cozy with your family to enjoy kid-friendly movies, purchase snacks and drinks at the Evergreen Bar, and use the free shuttle service from Broadview subway station that
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Harbourfront Centre: TAIWANfest Toronto
Immerse yourself in the sounds and sights of arts and culture at TAIWANfest Toronto, returning to Harbourfront Centre with live performances, music, art exhibitions, films, food, crafts, an artist market, and more. Presented by the Taiwanese Canadian Association of Toronto, the festival explores the historical connections between Taiwan and the
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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, with performances by Girma Woldemichael with guest Melat Mengesha, ILAM, Keïla, Zale Seck, and Toronto
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JerkFest Toronto
JerkFest Toronto brings Caribbean vibes through food and music to Centennial Park in Etobicoke, where families can experience the tantalizing taste, mysterious flavours and captivating aromas of unforgettable jerk cuisine. The festival also includes a kids’ zone and entertainment for the little ones while you get your groove on to
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