10 free things to do in Toronto this August

It's the peak of summertime in Toronto and August is filled with free events—none of which will cost you. The Bentway is throwing a huge block party while Caribana wraps up with a big parade, and Sail-In Cinema returns for another year.

Events you might want to check out:

Caribana Parade (August 4 @ Multiple Venues)
A month of Caribana celebrations caps off with the Grand Parade; a spectacle of stunning colours, extravagant costumes, music and dance.
Manifesto (August 9-19 @ Multiple Venues)
Ten days of arts, culture, and community take over with performances, workshops, and competitions. It all ends with a free concert at City Hall.
Sail-In Cinema (August 10-11 @ Sugar Beach)
Arrive via boat or foot to this two-day outdoor film festival, viewable from the shore or on the water, featuring the world’s first two-sided floating screen.
Paws in the Park (August 11 @ Woodbine Park)
It's a pooch party in Woodbine Park as dogs of all shapes, sizes, and cuteness come out amongst food, drinks, activities and free dog training sessions.
Festival of South Asia (August 18-19 @ Little India)
Performances, arts, food, and more is going down at this huge, weekend-long neighbourhood celebration of traditional South Asian culture.
Open Streets TO (August 19 - September 16 @ Bloor and Yonge Streets)
Parts of Bloor and Yonge go carless so pedestrians can wander the streets for some physical activity and healthy recreation.
TAIWANfest (August 24-26 @ Harbourfront Centre)
A huge Mandarin- and English-speaking cultural event is on at the waterfront with performances, music, talks, exhibitions, and food.
The Bentway Block Party (August 25 @ The Bentway)
The city's newest public space under the Gardiner is throwing a big end-of-summer party with games, live music, dancing, and more.
Bloorcourt Festival (August 25 @ Bloor Street West)
Local Bloorcourt vendors along Bloor Street West come together for a festival of artists, musicians and crafters alongside goods, music and entertainment.
BuskerFest (August 31 - September 3 @ Woodbine Park)
Woodbine Park gets taken over by spontaneous, outrageous, and artsy performances from comedians, fire jugglers, acrobats, aerial artists and more.

by Lisa Power via blogTO