Events in toronto: Weekend events in Toronto June 23-25 2017

Weekend events in Toronto will be a challenge to navigate because there are so many big things going on, but that's what we're here for! It's Pride weekend with all of its parades, parties and events, and there's also NXNE and the final stretch of Luminato.

Events you might want to check out:

NXNE (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.
Toronto Craft Beer Festival (June 23 @ Ontario Place)
This giant craft beer festival takes over Ontario Place so hang out on an island featuring one of city's newest parks.
The Junction Summer Solstice (June 24 @ THE JUNCTION)
From afternoon until late at night, taste the neighbourhood's best restaurants, check out the shops and live music stages, as well as local art happenings.
Toronto Pride Parade (June 25 @ Yonge Street)
Last year's parade made headlines around the globe, and while it doesn't look like Justin Trudeau is marching this year, there will definitely be a lot going on. Happy Pride!
Pedestrian Sundays (June 25 - September 24 @ Kensington Market)
On the last Sunday of the month, the people take over the streets of Kensington Market. Expect to see performers, food vendors and endless surprises all day.
Pride Toronto Street Fair (June 23-25 @ Church and Wellesley)
Take a stroll through the Village and connect with local artisans and a diverse selection of food vendors, extended patios and performers all day until midnight.
Summer Opening Party (June 23 @ The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery)
Head down to this waterfront art gallery for its free summer launch party and be the first to see the latest exhibitions.
Na-Me-Res Traditional Pow Wow (June 24 @ Fort York)
Celebrate Canada's National Aboriginal Day with traditional dancing, drumming, and live performances all day.
Toronto Sailor Moon Celebration (June 24 @ Ontario Science Centre)
Sailor Moon Day in Toronto includes a full-day convention at the Science Centre.
Gatsby Garden Party (June 24 @ Spadina Museum: Historic House & Gardens)
Step back in time for two days this summer and feel like the hip 1920s cat you've always wanted to be.
Luminato Block {arty (June 24 @ Drake Commissary)
See local skaters perform a live demo of video artist Shaun Gladwell's work "Skateboarders vs. Minimalism". There'll also be cocktails, food trucks and DJs.
OmT.O. (June 25 @ The Distillery Historic District)
The Distillery District becomes one giant yoga studio with a full day of yoga classes led by some of the best instructors in the city.
Argos Tailgate Party (June 25 @ BMO Field parking lot)
Tailgating starts three hours before every Argos game this season, so pull your car into the licensed parking lot, buy cheap beer and party.
TD Taste of Asia (June 23-25 @ Kennedy Road)
For food, music and lots of performances, head to this festival in Markham.
Block Party IV (June 23 @ Toronto Event Centre)
The Food Dudes take over this lakeside paradise for a celebration of food, art, music, performance and interactive entertainment.
1,001 Nights of Tea (June 24 @ 555 Richmond St W)
Drink up at this afternoon tea service, complete with snacks and stories.
Brew & BBQ (June 24 @ Canada's Wonderland)
Indulge in a variety of BBQ favourites, from burgers to ribs, while listening to live music and enjoying craft brews from some of Toronto's best local breweries.
Fresh City's Open Farm (June 25 @ Downsview Park)
Bring a picnic blanket to Downsview Park for local food and drinks, live music, free farm tours, a screen printing activity, and farm flow yoga.
Pastille Vintage Pop-up Shop (June 24 @ Souvenir Studios)
This pop-up offers a playfully feminine assortment of modern-vintage clothing, accessories and homewares.
Artists Market (June 24 @ Keele and Dundas)
Over 20 artists will be displaying their work for one day at the Junction Solstice Festival.
Lisgar Park Market (June 24 @ Lisgar Park)
This new market will be open every Saturday until October. It will feature farmers, food vendors and local artisans.
Geary Ave. Flea (June 25 @ The Artisan Factory)
Participating businesses include Studio 342 Antique & Retro, Blood Brothers Brewing, Baldassarre Pasta Fresca, Dark Horse Espresso and lots of vintage vendors.
Kensington Flea Market (June 25 - August 27 @ 214 Augusta Ave in the rear courtyard of El Gordo Foods)
This market of carefully curated independent vendors sells artisanal, handmade items, vintage clothing, records, up-cycled items and other local wares.
Movie in Liberty Village Park (June 23 @ Liberty Village Park)
The first free outdoor movie screening of the season in Liberty Village is Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. The movie starts at sundown with activities before hand.
What The Film Festival (June 24 @ The Royal Cinema - Toronto)
Toronto's eccentric cinema festival champions outlier and outsider films that intersect definitions of both genre and avant-garde cinema and operate outside the traditional parameters of taste and convention.
Sorauren Outdoor Movies in the Square (June 24 - September 23 @ Sorauren Park)
Another season of outdoor films in Sorauren Park begins with a cult classic. Show up before 9 p.m., grab a good spot in the grass and find out what you'll be watching.
TD Jazz Fest (June 23 - July 2 @ Multiple Venues)
Joss Stone, Gregory Porter, Mavis Staples and Aretha Franklin headline the city-wide jazz fest happening in some of the best sounding venues in Toronto.
U2 (June 23 @ Rogers Centre)
U2 is celebrating the anniversary of their legendary album with a tour where they'll play The Joshua Tree from front to back.
Jenn Grant & The Wooden Sky (June 23 @ Massey Hall)
Three-time JUNO Award nominee, and Polaris long-lister, Jenn Grant brings her new album Paradise to the Toronto stage with local openers The Wooden Sky.
CFCF & Jean-Michel Blais Cascades (June 24 @ The Great Hall Toronto)
It's a five-song, electronic trip out of this world with Montreal-based pianist Jean-Michel Blais and the Grammy Award-nominated electronic producer Mike Silver.
Choir! Choir! Choir! (June 25 @ The Concert Hall)
Choir! Choir! Choir! sings Neil Young's classic " Lotta Love" with a very special surprise Guest. Arrive on time to learn the song and sing along.
The Final Play (June 25 @ Yonge-Dundas Square, Toronto)
A string of super fun DJs, including Emily Sbux and Lissa Monet open for Wannabe, King and very special guests Years and Years to close out Pride 2017.
Beam Me Up! Disco Disco Disco! (June 23 @ The Piston)
Beam Me Up is a disco jam that celebrates the underrated and the obscure of funk, jazz, soul, boogie, rare groove, reggae, gospel and proto-house.
Electric Circus (June 23 @ The Garrison)
This all-night 90s dance party will take you back to the good old days of electric circus on Queen West. DJs Pammm and Vanessa spin until 4 a.m.
Splash! Canada 150 Proof (June 23 @ Ripley's Aquarium)
This will be a night of Canadian-themed music, food, drinks and an epic Caesar bar surrounded by sharks and other underwater creatures.
Be Yourself (June 24 @ Sunnyside Pavilion & Cafe)
Danny Tenaglia with openers Daniel Dubb and Alerbto Jossue spin big house tunes right next to the water in one of the most beautiful outdoor dance venues in the city.
Soul Sunday Street Party (June 25 @ Trinity Common)
This dance party features soul, funk, Afro, house, disco edits by Gentlemen Soul Brothers as well as beer and snacks.