The CNE kicks off this weekend in Toronto, and while the two and a half week carnival extravaganza includes outrageous foods, rides, concerts and even a casino, there are also plenty of other events to enjoy before the summer unofficially starts to wind down.
Events you might want to check out:CNE (August 18 - September 4 @ Canadian National Exhibition)
The CNE rolls back into town, so expect the traditional roster of midway games, rides, wild food and a million ways to spend your hard earned money.
Camp Wavelength (August 18-20 @ Multiple Venues)
The Toronto Island slumber party and music fest returns, but this year it's spread out all over the city.
Chinatown Festival (August 19 @ West side of Spadina Avenue)
Last year, about 200,000 people took over Spadina during this two-day street party celebrating Toronto's Chinese culture.
Figment Toronto (August 19 @ Dufferin Grove Park)
This free, inclusive outdoor art party in a park is complete with enormous installations.
East End Beer Fest (August 20 @ The Broadview Hotel)
Sample some of Toronto's most exciting local beers with 300 other thirsty drinkers.
The Big Feastival (August 18-20 @ Burl's Creek, Oro-Medonte, Ontario)
Find Weezer and Chuck Hughes at this new food and music event in Oro-Medonte. It's like WayHome, but for families and food lovers.
Beats, Breaks and Culture (August 18-20 @ Harbourfront Centre Concert Stage)
Check out the next wave of Canadian talent starting new movements in hip hop and dance music, featuring free shows from artists like Austra, Dead Obies, and Rae Spoon.
Broken Images (August 18-20 @ Red SandCastle Theatre )
This is a psychological thriller focused on the life of celebrity and the desire for fame.
Party in the Pits (August 18 @ Christie Pits Park )
This is a party in the park complete with music, DJs, food trucks, activations, and a screening of Slingshot Hip Hop around 9 p.m.
Waterfront Arcade (August 18 @ Sherbourne Common)
Experience this interactive installation where video games from Toronto-based artists will be projected on a giant screen for audience members to watch and play.
Wheels on the Danforth (August 19 @ Danforth Road and Danforth Avenue )
Check out one-of-a-kind classic cars, a Fast and the Furious show, a bike show and multiple stages of entertainment during this celebration of hot wheels.
Rastafest (August 19 @ Black Creek Pioneer Village's)
Find drumming, food, and art and crafts marketplace, and a reggae concert with a huge list of international guests here.
Cityfest (August 19 @ Canoe Landing Park)
This is an all-day celebration of local music, art and community at Canoe Landing Park. There'll be free games and activities hosted all day.
Toronto Wolfpack Home Playoff Game (August 19 @ Lamport Stadium )
If you haven't seen a Wolfpack game yet this season, now's your chance!
Open Streets Toronto (August 20 - September 17 @ Along Bloor and Yonge Streets)
Cars are kicked off of Bloor and Yonge streets to create paved parks for half the day.
Zine Dream (August 20 @ Polish Combatants' Hall)
Over 100 exhibitors of self-published books, comics, zines and much more will be on display at this one day only fair. There will also be cake.
India Day Festival (August 20 @ Nathan Phillips Square)
Head to Nathan Phillips Square for a day of performances, parades, dancing, music, food and art vendors celebrating Indian culture.
Canada East Coffee Champs Weekend (August 18-20 @ Multiple Venues)
This is a weekend-long, multi-venue coffee and barista competition. Drink up!
Pablo Grand Opening (August 18 @ Pablo)
Pablo specializes in serving up massive (and mini) cheese tarts. This is North America's first location and the first 150 people get a free tart (provided they share an Instagram photo).
Seinfeld Pop-Up (August 18-20 @ Field Trip Cafe)
Grab some pretzels, Seinfeld-inspired drinks, peruse some local art, and snack on a big salad while you're at this pop-up.
Ono Pok Bar (August 19 @ Ono Poké Bar)
The official opening launch of Ono will feature samples, DJs and good vibes on their new patio.
Wild Blueberry Weekend (August 19 @ Evergreen Brick Works)
Learn, taste, eat and shop from more than 20 food producers, preservers, bakers, and chefs, all featuring wild blueberry products and dishes!
Vegan Food and Drink Festival (August 19 @ Fort York National Historic Site)
Try meat-free comfort food, craft brews, wine and spirits from 100 vegan vendors.
Taste of Manila (August 19 @ Bathurst and Wilson)
The corner of Bathurst and Wilson shuts down for this street festival featuring food and drinks from the Philippines.
Broga, Brunch & Brews (August 20 @ Mill Street Brewery)
This is an outdoor yoga event mixed with brunch and brews after class time.
Seven Lives Tacos & Ceviche Pop-Up (August 20 @ Halo Brewery)
Attention seafood lovers! Seven Lives is setting up shop inside this west side brewery for one day only!
Green Day (August 18 @ Budweiser Stage)
Green Day brings their Revolution Radio Tour outdoors and by the water to show off songs from their 2016 album.
Portugal. The Man (August 18 @ The Danforth Music Hall)
The Portland indie rockers return to show off songs from their new album, Woodstock.
Daddy Yankee (August 18 @ Powerade Centre)
King of the dancehall, the dance floor, the beach, the club ... Daddy Yankee has so many hits you'll be a pile of sweat at the end of this night.
Hunter Siegel (August 18 @ Yonge-Dundas Square)
DJ and producer Hunter Siegel turns the square into a dance party with his NoNeon party.
The Orb (August 19 @ Mod Club Theatre)
The U.K. ambient house legends play a show in this intimate space. Electronic fans will not want to miss this show.
The Be Sharps play the Simpsons (August 19 @ Stop Drop and Roll)
Straight out of Evergreen Terrace, the all-Simpsons band The Be Sharps share their brand of perfectly cromulent music with Toronto for the very first time.
Yes Yes Y'all (August 18 @ Nest)
Hip hop, dancehall, R&B, dance, bass, club and DJs Paul Souljoyce and the YYY crew ensure a very danceable night at this monthly bash.
Beam Me Up! (August 18 @ The Piston)
This disco jam celebrates the underrated and the obscure of funk, jazz, soul, boogie, rare groove, reggae, gospel and proto-house with DJs The Patchouli Brothers and Cyclist.
Endless Summer (August 18-20 @ The Dance Cave)
Celebrate summer while it lasts with non-stop summer dance hits, $4 mixed drinks and beer.
Madonna Dance Party (August 18 @ The Steady Cafe & Bar)
Check out the Drunken Cinema presents Truth Or Dare Movie Drinking Game from 7 to 10 and then dance with DJ Craig Dominic.
80s vs 90s Video Dance Party (August 18 @ The Rec Room)
DJs Caff and Greedo are thrown into a musical cage-match at Toronto's newest adult play place: The Rec Room.
Grilled Cheese (August 19 @ Dundas Video)
James Redi and Wexel will be playing dance floor hits and making free grilled cheese sammies for you starting at 10 p.m.
Wastelanders (August 19 @ Nocturne)
Wasteland wanderers, burners, belly dancers, cannibals, dieselpunks, fetish freaks, mutants, tribal goths, and zombies are welcome to this post-apocalyptic costume rave.
FutureSound Afterparty (August 19 @ Harbourfront Centre)
Catch AfrotroniX and Bambii at the official Beats, Breaks & Culture afterparty inside the Harbourfront Centre.
by Phil Villeneuve via blogTO
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