Events in toronto: Weekend events in Toronto September 15-17 2017

It's the final days of TIFF 2017 this weekend in Toronto, but almost just as important is the massive Food Truck Festival happening down by the water. The season's final street fests are also going down, and there's a handful of not-to-miss concerts.

Events you might want to check out:

Toronto International Film Festival (September 7-17 @ TIFF Bell Lightbox)
Catch the final films of TIFF this weekend, including Louis C.K’s latest, Nicholas Cage's Mom and Dad, and the Vince Carter documentary The Carter Effect.
Kensington Market Jazz Fest (September 15-17 @ Various locations)
Jazz concerts pop up in various Kensington Market locations, giving you a taste of some of the best jazz the city has to offer. Molly Johnson, Ori Dagan, Genevieve Marentette are among some of the performers.
Food Truck Fest Ontario (September 16-17 @ Sherbourne Common)
Eat your way through $6 menus from some of the best trucks, all found in one park. Vote for your favourite after you've tried them all.
Roncesvalles Polish Festival (September 16-17 @ Roncesvalles Ave)
This massive celebration of Polish culture takes place along Roncesvalles Ave., which closes to car traffic and opens to humans taking in polka dances under the stars, various street performances, and a host of food vendors.
TIFF People's Choice Award screening (September 17 @ Roy Thomson Hall)
Every year movie-goers cast their votes for their favourite movie of the festival and a winner is then chosen and screened for free on the final day of the festival. Last year's winner was La La Land ... what buzzy movie will take the crown in 2017?
Toronto Ukrainian Festival (September 15-17 @ Bloor West Village )
North American's largest Ukrainian Festival happens in our very own city with three days of entertainment, music, dancing, vendors, community awareness and of course, food. So much food.
Toronto Wolfpack Home Playoff Game (September 16 @ Lamport Stadium)
Support our local Rugby team as they head into the playoffs against some of the UK's best teams.
Onsite Gallery Grand Opening & Street Party (September 16 @ OCAD University )
OCAD University is celebrating the opening of its new flagship Onsite Gallery with a grand opening event and street party. Check out live performances and presentations by well-known Indigenous artists, and two brand new exhibitions.
Island Vibes A Welcome Back Party & Open House (September 16 @ Artscape Gibraltar Point)
Artscape Gibraltar Point is back in the nick of time and they're throwing a party and open house to celebrate. DJ Performances by Diana McNally b2b Hysteric, the Patchouli Brothers and DJ Absolutely Free and a vegan Barbecue.
Toronto Pignic (September 16 @ Greenwood Park)
Head to this east side park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a day of guinea pig love with a red carpet event, a best in show runway, piggy paparazzi, photo shoots and a mini-market.
Toronto Beaches Festival (September 16 @ Woodbine Beach)
Fill up with beachside eats from 16 restaurants, grab some drinks (wine, beer or cocktails), shop the artisan market or have a dance party in the sand. It's like a street festival on the beach. Finally.
Open Streets TO (September 17 @ Bloor Street from Sherbourne to Christie)
Open Streets TO closes Bloor from Sherbourne to Christie and a large chunk of Yonge St. to car traffic. Walk, bike, dance, stroll, take your dog for a walk — the possibilities are endless.
Toronto Garlic Festival (September 17 @ Artscpape Wychwood Barns)
Taste 20 garlic-themed dishes paired with Ontario craft beer and wine. There will also be cooking demos, screenings, and live music. Don't forget to bring mints.
Peaces Artisan Market (September 16-17 @ Fort York Historical Site)
This is an artisan market featuring about 30+ vendors from across the province in partnership with the On Common Ground Festival.
Gladstone September Flea (September 17 @ Gladstone Hotel)
Grab a coffee in the cafe then browse some of the city's finest artisans, collectors, and designers before finding your one-of-a-kind market find.
The Trinity Bellwoods Flea - Back To School Market (September 17 @ The Great Hall)
Head down into the lower hall for an end-of-summer market of local goods, sweet treats, local eats, and good vibes. Dogs are welcome, and there will be cocktails.
Toronto Beer Week (September 15-23 @ Multiple Venues)
TBW isn't a single event, but rather a series of 200-plus happenings over nine days at venues across Toronto. Over 30 craft breweries help celebrate with beer crawls, drinking games, and other beer-related festivities
Sausage Party Pop-Up (September 15 @ Left Field Brewery)
From 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. the Sausage Party crew pops up in the brewery serving up four unique, loaded gourmet vegetarian and vegan hot dogs to choose from.
Bandit Oktoberfest (September 16 @ Bandit Brewery)
The Dundas West brewery celebrates with German music, a special food menu and most importantly, beer. They're debuting two new beers and serving currywurst, bratwurst, and pretzels will be served throughout the day.
Oktoberfest (September 16-24 @ Canada's Wonderland)
This Oktoberfiesta takes over the amusement park for two weekends and includes authentic German-themed food and drink specials, traditional festival bands and games from noon to 8 p.m.
Rodriguez (September 15 @ Massey Hall)
Don't miss your chance to see the reclusive folk legend live in this iconic venue.
The Legend of Zelda (September 15 @ Sony Centre for the Performing Arts)
Zelda Symphony returns with the Goddesses 2017 Tour, which will feature a new piece from the newly released Breath of the Wild, an all new movement from Skyward Sword, an updated overture, and the return of a classic piece.
The Besnard Lakes (September 15 @ Horseshoe Tavern)
Toronto's Night Owl Music Festival presents this special show where the Montreal indie rockers will perform Are The Dark Horse in its entirety to celebrate its 10th anniversary.
Pierre Kwenders (September 15 @ Rivoli)
Datu, Obuxum and DJ Sean Sax open for one of Montreal's most celebrated artists as he releases his latest global beat record album.
Live piano karaoke (September 17 @ Glad Day Bookshop)
The theme for the big return of Live Piano Karaoke is queer anthems. Expect political songs, party songs, sexy empowerment songs, disco, Broadway and way more.
Shannon and The Clams (September 17-18 @ The Rec Room)
Imagine a brawling Etta James, backed up by the 13th Floor Elevators singing Shangri La's tunes and you get Oakland California's Shannon and the Clams. Don't miss this raucous rock show.
Small World in the Park (September 17 @ Trillium Park)
This is a day of global sounds at the stunning new Ontario Place park. Join the folks behind the Small World Music Fest for shows from Tich Maredza Band, Yusuke Hoshi, Nya Soleil and way, way more.
Movie Night (September 15 @ Liberty Village Park)
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is the final outdoor, under the stars film of the season. Get out and meet some new neighbours or just hang on the grass.
Drunken Cinema Bad Boys (September 15 @ The Steady)
$8 get you a game card and free popcorn to the drinking game movie night starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence.
Wild Thoughts (September 15 @ ROUND venue)
Wild Thoughts is a night for dancing kissing sexting and dreaming with DJs Kris Steeves, Phillippe and Jacklynne Hyde. It'll mostly be vocal house and a giant smoke machine.
Electric Circus (September 15 @ Garrison)
DJs Vanessa and Pammm are pretty much Toronto's resident Electric Circus DJs, and they're at it again with a 90s dance party that goes until 4 a.m.
House Party (September 16 @ The Broadview Hotel)
Step into the brand new Broadview Hotel for this big house party of hits. Hear hip hop, dancehall, R&B, and reggae with DJ Junaid Ed Devine and experience the huge attached patio.
Dear Summer, An Outdoor Daytime Kiss Goodbye (September 16 @ Hotel Waverly)
This summer's weather was total garbage, but the Dudebox crew wants to give it one final go. This is a dance party on the roof of a tiny hotel on Queen West. Get there early to make it up.
Forever 54 Love to Love You Baby (September 16 @ Wayla Bar)
If you feel like a sexy night of disco, head to this adorable East side dance floor and get into the Studio 54 vibe with DJs Dwayne Minard and Cory Activate.
Back In The Day (September 16 @ Revival)
A Tribute to old school hip hop, R&B, dance, house, reggae, and pop from the 90's. DJ Starting From Scratch will guide you on your dancefloor journey.