It’s the August Long weekend, and it’s still so hot in Toronto that it feels like the tropics! So, it makes sense that there are a bunch of Caribbean-themed festivals, outdoor music concerts, and free street events taking place this weekend! Plus, check out food festivals, park events, and a barnyard of special events! Put on your most summery party attire and celebrate our city’s culture with our Guide to the Best Family-Friendly Events in Toronto and the GTA This Weekend, July 31 – August 3 …
Things to Do in Toronto with Kids, July 31 – August 3
Toronto Caribbean Carnival | Continuing until August 2
📍Various locations, Toronto
Toronto Caribbean Carnival (formerly known as Caribana) is a spectacular display of costumes, music and culture, with three weeks’ worth of both free and ticketed events, with the Grand Parade on August 1.
National Bank Open | Starting August 1
📍Sobeys Stadium, Toronto
The National Bank Open welcomes the world’s best female tennis players, including Canadians Leylah Annie Fernandez and 2019 NBO champion Bianca Andreescu, along with many top players on the WTA Tour.
Harbourfront Centre: Island Soul | July 31 – August 3 🆓
📍Harbourfront Centre, Toronto
Harbourfront Centre presents Island Soul, a festival that highlights the diversity and cultural richness of Caribbean communities, with live performances, storytelling, Kids Village, artisan markets, delicious Caribbean cuisine, and more.
Taste The Caribbean Food Festival | August 2 🆓
📍St. Lawrence Market, Toronto
Experience Caribbean fusion through foods, drinks and artisans at the free Taste The Caribbean Food Festival in the St. Lawrence Market area.
Toronto Food Truck Festival | July 31 – August 3 🆓
📍Woodbine Park, Toronto
Head to Woodbine Park in the East End to stuff your faces with lots of delicious international food at the Toronto Food Truck Festival. Admission is free!
Dusk Dances | Starting August 2
📍Withrow Park, Toronto
The long-standing pay-what-you-can outdoor dance festival Dusk Dances returns to Withrow Park, bringing dance to public parks as dusk descends.
CNE (Canadian National Exhibition): Agriculture Adventures | Starting August 2 🆓
📍CNE Farm Building, Exhibition Place, Toronto
The CNE (Canadian National Exhibition) hosts Agriculture Adventures, a FREE nature experience before the Ex starts at the CNE Farm Building, featuring a variety of fun interactive educational activities.
Taste of India | August 1-2 🆓
📍Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto
Taste of India is a diverse exhibition of culinary delights at Nathan Phillips Square, plus an arts festival with multicultural performances.
Shadowland Theatre: Ward’s Island Fire Parade | Continuing until July 31 🆓
📍Toronto Islands, Toronto
Head to the Toronto Islands for outdoor theatre by donation with Shadowland Theatre’s annual Ward’s Island Fire Parade, with a fun-filled week of art-making workshops, music and performance activities for all ages.
Mosaic — South Asian Festival of Mississauga | July 31 – August 1 🆓
📍Celebration Square, Mississauga
The annual Mosaic Festival is a free two-day outdoor festival at Mississauga’s Celebration Square, celebrating the rich art, culture and cuisine of South Asian Canadians, including free children’s activities and a parade.
Guide to Free & Cheap Summer Activities in Toronto
Entertaining kids over their summer vacation can get expensive. But we’ve got you covered with our Cheap Summer Activities Guide for Toronto!
Guide to Summer Festivals in Toronto and the GTA
Toronto loves warm weather and getting out into it at a festival. So, try out a bunch in our Summer Festival Events Guide for Toronto and the GTA!
Guide to the Best Spots to Catch Outdoor Movies in Toronto
It’s extra-special to spend a lovely evening on a blanket at a park, while also watching a movie! Relax with our Guide to the Best Spots to Outdoor Movies in Toronto this Spring and Summer.
Guide to the Best Summer Outdoor Shows in Toronto and the GTA
Enjoy the fresh air and see music concerts, buskers and plays, all at the same time! Give a round of applause to our Guide to the Best Summer Outdoor Shows in Toronto and the GTA.
Guide to the Best Outdoor Farmers’ Markets in Toronto
Summertime eating is made better by incredible produce from these outdoor Farmers’ Markets all around Toronto!
Guide to Spring and Summer Food Festivals in Toronto and the GTA
What better way to share our city’s many cultures than through a delicious party?! Chow down with help from our Guide to Spring and Summer Food Festivals in Toronto and the GTA!
Guide to the Best Family Parks and Playgrounds in Toronto
Our fair city is full of parks that are perfect for a family outing, so hang out with our guide to the Best Family Parks and Playgrounds in Toronto.
140+ Birthday Freebies in Toronto and the GTA
Especially in today’s economy, everyone could use a little treat now and then. So, why not make it extra special by having that treat on your birthday?!
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