Events in Toronto this week will blow your mind, ear drums and your socks off. Not only does Pride kick into high gear, but it's also time for NXNE, a giant beer fest at Ontario Place and Taste of Asia and oh, the official start of summer.
Events you might want to check out:Brendan Canning NXNE Showcase (June 19 @ The Baby G)
Brendan Canning curates this NXNE lineup that includes Charlotte Cornfield, Blue Sky Miners, Kira May and Adrian Underhill.
House of Filth Annual Family Showcase (June 19 @ The Beaver)
Step into the Beaver for a night of sickening drag from the House of Filth with performances, music and an endless train of drinks to kicks off Pride in a very queer way.
Peaches (June 19 @ The Phoenix Concert Theatre)
You can expect many specials guests, big lights, dancing, hits and if you're lucky, giant inflatable genitalia at this NXNE kick off party.
The Total Package Tour (June 20 @ Air Canada Centre)
The Total Package Tour features New Kids on the Block with Paula Abdul and Boyz II Men. Take a time machine and have a fun night as teen you.
Aboriginal Day Live (June 21 @ Fort York)
The largest celebration of National Aboriginal Day in Canada’s history is at Fort York with music, dancing and drumming ceremonies.
Steers & Queers Night (June 22 @ The Great Hall Toronto)
This is a monumental night as Steers & Queers celebrates 10 years of their Pride party Night of 1000 Dollys. Expect a lot of Dolly hits, drag, a choir and burlesque.
Pride Beach (June 22 @ The Drake Hotel)
The Collectif Nude crew takes over the entire Drake hotel for a giant beach-themed Pride extravaganza!
NXNE at the Port Lands (June 23-25 @ Port Lands)
The city-wide music festival's main hub returns to the Port Lands with headliners Passion Pit, Tyler the Creator, Post Malone and Sleigh Bells.
Taste of Asia (June 23-25 @ Kennedy Road)
Head to Markham to see this great big night market with amazing food and lots of other performances!
Toronto Craft Beer Festival (June 23 @ Ontario Place)
The grounds of Ontario Place will be flowing with beer as this huge local craft beer fest takes over for the weekend.
Gatsby Garden Party 2017 (June 24 @ Spadina Museum: Historic House & Gardens)
Step back in time for a summer day of 1920s music and fun on the luxurious grounds of Spadina Museum. There'll be live music, dancing on the lawn, croquet and a costume contest.
Toronto Pride Parade 2017 (June 25 @ Yonge Street)
One of North America's largest Pride parades takes over Yonge Street from 1 - 5 p.m. with over 150 groups marching in support of Toronto's LGBT community.
Pedestrian Sundays (June 25 - September 24 @ Kensington Market)
The last Sunday of the month, the streets of Kensington Market are car-free and taken over by the people! Performers, food vendors, makers, dance parties and endless surprises happening all day in the market.
by Phil Villeneuve via blogTO
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