15 things to do in Toronto this week

Events in Toronto this week are set to get you in to the summertime groove with musical heavy hitters, a new burger festival, a night market, free outdoor movies and plenty of art. Plus there's tons of free stuff happening, too!

Events you might want to check out:

Chromeo (July 3 @ Danforth Music Hall)
Electro-funk duo Dave-1 and P-Thugg are here with their eclectic sound that pulls from multiple genres for a pop fusion experience.
The Wonder Show (July 3 @ Social Capital Theatre)
Sketch comedy gets a solo variety show for the ages as comedians use character pieces, physical comedy, puppets and whatever else for their set.
Bend It Like Beckham (July 4 @ Multiple Venues)
Movie Nights in the Beach kicks off with an outdoor screening of the classic Bend It Like Beckham, and includes free popcorn.
Tory Lanez (July 4 @ Rebel)
As Brampton's own Tory Lanez continues to blow up on the international stage, he makes his way back to where it all started.
Toronto Fringe Festival (July 4-15 @ Multiple Venues)
Theatres across the city play host to a variety of productions by upcoming and established playwrites on the fringe of the performing arts scene.
Logic (July 5 @ Budweiser Stage)
Rapper and singer Logic arrives for a one night stint in Toronto alongside NF and Kyle for the Bobby Tarantino vs. Everybody Tour.
Toronto Art Book Fair (July 5-8 @ Chinatown Centre)
Canadian and international artists come together for this huge art book fair with performances, talks, workshops, screenings and more.
Shania Twain (July 6 @ Scotiabank Arena)
She's still the one we run to, and Canada's own mega pop star Shania Twain is coming home as part of her NOW tour.
BurgerMania (July 6-8 @ Ontario Place)
It's the first ever BurgerMania where burger vendors from all over the city come together for a patty smackdown.
Toronto Outdoor Art Fair (July 6-8 @ Nathan Phillips Square)
Nathan Phillips Square transforms into a huge marketplace with artists selling original works, plus a beer garden courtesy of Henderson Brewing Co.
Summerlicious (July 6-22 @ Multiple Venues)
Establishments from all over the city take part in this culinary experience, offering a diverse range of special items and menus at fixed prices.
La La Land (July 7 @ Aga Khan Park)
The Aga Khan Museum hosts one free outdoor movie screening a year with a PWYC option to explore inside the museum.
Beck (July 7 @ Budweiser Stage)
90s indie rock legend Beck is still going strong and bringing his new, Grammy-winning material to Toronto for the night.
Junction Night Market (July 7 @ The Junction)
Music, activities and food make up this yearly neighbourhood street festival with an environmentally-friendly focus.
Maker Extravaganza (July 7-8 @ Toronto Reference Library)
Makers from all over come to Toronto to show off the creative goods, products, gadgets and everything else they've been working hard on.

by Lisa Power via blogTO