May
Guide to Victoria Day Long Weekend Events in Toronto and the GTA
It’s known by many alternate names, like “May Long” or “May Two-Four”, but Victoria Day Long Weekend is definitely considered the kick-off of summer! Be sure to enjoy some fireworks, eat lots of delicious food, and spend the weekend with family, welcoming in the longer and warmer days. Blast off
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Toronto Newcomer Day
Toronto Newcomer Day celebrates our city’s diversity by welcoming new citizens with activities and entertainment, as well as more than 100 information booths where newcomers can meet representatives from local organizations. This free event features a citizenship ceremony for new Canadians, live cultural performances, kids activities, tours of City Hall,
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Toronto Halal Bites Festival
Toronto Halal Bites Festival is a vibrant three-day celebration of food, culture, and art at Nathan Phillips Square, embracing our city’s diverse halal cuisine as well as family, community, and artistic expression. This multicultural and family-oriented event also features a Kids’ Zone, live art installations and gallery, cultural performances, live
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EastBloom Tea and Gourmet Festival
Located at Sankofa Square in the heart of Toronto, the EastBloom Tea and Gourmet Festival is a vibrant celebration of cultural discovery through the enjoyment of premium tea and gourmet flavours. This free event is ideal for visitors and food-lovers, where you can peruse vendors, specialty food booths, artisanal treats,
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STACKT market: BACKYARD Asian Night Market
Kick off Asian Heritage Month with the year’s first entry of the STACKT Market BACKYARD series, with the Asian Night Market. Free to enter, enjoy this lively celebration of Asian heritage with delicious food and drink made by Asian-owned businesses, and feel the good vibes all night long. STACKT market:
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Anime North
Anime North is a yearly anime convention celebrating anime, manga, music, gaming and all other forms of Japanese culture. Special events include screenings, performances and shows, panels and workshops, cosplay and creative contests, marketplace, and more; plus, kids 6-13 get half-price admission, and those aged 5 and under are free
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Vaughan Ribfest
Get ready for a mouth-watering Victoria Day Long Weekend because the annual Vaughan Ribfest is back in Vaughan at Assembly Park, with legendary Pitmasters firing up finger-lickin’ goodness! Find all of your festival favourites, including Bloomin’ Onions, roasted corn, poutines, funnel cakes, mini-donuts, and slushies, plus marketplace & artisan vendors
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Canada Media Fund: Junior Academy Fun Fest
As part of Canadian Screen Week 2026, Canada Media Fund hosts the family-friendly Junior Academy Fun Fest in the Atrium of the CBC Broadcast Centre. Packed with excitement, surprises, and memories, the special event includes creative hands-on activities that spark imagination and creativity, energetic live performances that will have everyone on
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Outside Looking In: Canada’s Largest Indigenous Youth Performance
Outside Looking In, a yearlong program for Indigenous youth to be inspired to pursue education and celebrate empowerment through the transformative art of dance, culminates in an electrifying performance at their 19th Annual Showcase, held at the Bluma Appel Theatre. Indigenous youth from across Canada take centre stage in Toronto
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Toronto Union Station: TD Music Celebrates Asian Heritage Month
Toronto Union Station hosts TD Music Celebrates Asian Heritage Month for a free performance at the TD stage in the West Wing of Union Station. Catch the next train and immerse yourself in music, featuring performances by Peach Luffe and headliner Mastane. Toronto Union Station: TD Music Celebrates Asian Heritage
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