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 with our Guide to Victoria Day Long Weekend Events in Toronto and the GTA!
Where to See Fireworks on Victoria Day Long Weekend
Toronto — Ashbridges Bay
Date: May 18, 2026
Time: Monday 10:00 PM
Venue: Ashbridges Bay
Address: Emdaabiimok Ave. / Coxwell Ave. & Lake Shore Blvd. East), Toronto
Whitchurch-Stouffville — Memorial Park
Date: May 15, 2026
Time: Friday 8:00 PM
Venue: Memorial Park
Address: 2 Park Drive, Whitchurch-Stouffville
Website: www.townofws.ca
Bowmanville — Castrol Victoria Day SpeedFest
Date: May 16, 2026
Time: Saturday at Dusk
Venue:Â Canadian Tire Motorsport Park
Address:Â 3233 Concession Road 10, Bowmanville
Website:Â www.canadiantiremotorsportpark.com
Milton — Family Fireworks Night at Woodbine Mohawk Park
Date: May 17, 2026
Time: Sunday following final race, Doors open at 5:00 PM
Venue: Woodbine Mohawk Park
Address: 9430 Guelph Line, Milton
Website: www.woodbine.com
Vaughan — Canada’s Wonderland
Date: May 17, 2026
Time: Sunday 10:00 PM
Venue: Canada’s Wonderland
Address: 1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive, Vaughan
Website:Â www.sixflags.com/canadaswonderland/
Victoria Day Weekend Events in Toronto
Mirvish Productions: “Kinky Boots” | Starting May 12
Everyone say “Yeah!” when Mirvish Productions presents “Kinky Boots”, the high-heeled and high-spirited musical created by multi award-winning icons Cyndi Lauper and Harvey Fierstein.
Outside Looking In: Canada’s Largest Indigenous Youth Performance | May 15
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.
Toronto Halal Bites Festival |Â May 15-17
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.
Street Eats Market: The Festival of Flavours | May 16-18
Street Eats Market satisfies the hungry crowds of Sugar Beach with global cuisine prepared by incredible local chefs in accessible and exciting ways. It’s the perfect outdoor weekend outing for foodies of all ages, plus they offer free admission!
EastBloom Tea and Gourmet Festival | May 16-17
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.
STACKT market: BACKYARD Asian Night Market | May 16
Kick off Asian Heritage Month with the STACKT Market BACKYARD Asian Night Market, a lively celebration of delicious food and drink made by Asian-owned businesses.
Village at Black Creek: “Once Upon a Time” Storytelling Event | May 16-17
Village at Black Creek invites families to join a storybook realm with its “Once Upon a Time” storytelling event, where the historical museum transforms into a fantasyland of magic, wonder, and excitement.
Victoria Day Weekend Events in the GTA
Vaughan Ribfest | May 15-18
Get ready for a mouth-watering Victoria Day Long Weekend because the 3rd annual Vaughan Ribfest is back in Vaughan at Assembly Park, with legendary Pitmasters firing up finger-lickin’ goodness!
Castrol Victoria Day SpeedFest | May 15-17
Zoom into Canadian Tire Motorsport Park’s Castrol Victoria Day SpeedFest, with an exciting holiday weekend of racing, plus fireworks and fun family activities.
Friday Harbour: Victoria Day Weekend | May 16-18
Friday Harbour hosts a fun-filled Victoria Day long weekend of exciting events and activities that the whole family will enjoy, including entertainment, sporting adventures, recreation rentals, beach campfires, scavenger hunt, and an outdoor vendor market.
saugaLIVE: Sesame Street Live — “Elmo’s Got Moves!” | May 17
Celebrate the “Sunny Days” of Spring when saugaLIVE presents Sesame Street Live’s “Elmo’s Got the Moves!” for two performances only! Every member of the family will love this live stage show, full of non-stop action, memorable songs, and lively audience participation.
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