The weekend upon us and events in Toronto have a lot in store. A huge block party is going down on King Street and a new pizza festival over at Ontario Place. Elsewhere, there's enough music, markets, film and food to keep you busy over the next few days.
Events you might want to check out:Deadbeats (July 20 @ RBC Echo Beach)
Toronto's own electro duo Zeds Dead return home to take over Echo Beach alongside Andy C, Ganja White Night, Grandtheft and many more.
Big on Bloor (July 21 @ Bloor Street West)
Bloor Street explodes with music, art and life during this huge street festival featuring local vendors and artists, activities and exhibitions on all day.
Arcade Fire (July 22 @ Budweiser Stage)
Montreal's indie rock anti-supergroup continue their Everything Now tour with a one-night stop in Toronto.
Sunday Social (July 22 @ The Bentway)
This new public space under the Gardiner once again becomes a beer garden and includes a special performance by girl-power pop collective For Esmé.
Kevin Hart (July 21 @ Scotiabank Arena)
Funnyman Kevin Hart lands in Toronto for the night to bring the laughs and real talk as part of his The Irresponsible Tour.
Toronto Diversity Festival (July 21-22 @ David Pecaut Square)
Toronto's diversity is on full display at this huge cultural festival featuring live performances, a global food villages, shopping an activities.
BrazilFest (July 22 @ Earlscourt Park)
The spirit of Brazil comes alive in Toronto during this huge festival featuring traditional music and dance, live performances and a kids zone.
Pizza Fest (July 20-22 @ Ontario Place)
An entire festival dedicated to all things doughy and cheesy takes over Ontario Place, complete with traditional Italian food and drinks.
Bastid's BBQ (July 22 @ 525 King St W)
A full day of barbecue and tunes is returning to King Street with grub, and live performances courtesy of DJ Skratch Bastid.
Alex Cameron (July 20 @ Lee's Palace)
The strange inner workings of Alex Cameron's mind get expressed through pop-electro synth beats reminiscent of the wild, Wild West.
Indie Fridays (July 20 @ Yonge–Dundas Square)
Indie Friday returns with nothin' but talented up and comers playing their hearts out for free. This week it's Chloe Watkinson, Shred Kelly and more.
Gaika (July 20 @ House of Luanda 2)
Brixton musician Gaika arrives in Toronto looking to challenge the creative conventions that define what grime, garage and trip-hop can be.
Pharmakon (July 21 @ The Garrison)
Hello and welcome to a different kind of musical experience brought to you by New York noise project Pharmakon, Anamai and Intensive Care.
Panic! At The Disco (July 22 @ Scotiabank Arena)
Where were you when the wave of pop-punk scene rock hit the world square in the face? Listening to Panic! At The Disco, that's where.
Movie Night in Liberty Village Park (July 20 @ Liberty Village Park)
A young John Travolta in his prime steals the show at this outdoor screening of the 1978 classic Grease in the second last Liberty Village movie night.
Lost Highway (July 20 @ The Royal Cinema)
David Lynch's strange and challenging psychological meditation on identity, marriage and sexual anxiety gets the 35mm screening this weekend at the Royal.
Hitler's Hollywood (July 20-26 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
This documentary shows how Hitler utilized the power of cinema for propaganda and used it to spread Nazi myths and ideologies to millions.
Ocean's Eleven (July 22 @ Christie Pits)
Bring a blanket, enjoy snacks and let this week's edition of Cinematic Cities take you to Las Vegas where a big heist is going down.
80s Anime Night (July 21 @ Eyesore Cinema)
Throwing it way back to the 80s, it's a triple screening of original anime videos from the golden age of Japanese animation.
ROM Summer Fridays (July 20 @ Royal Ontario Museum)
Drinks, music, snacks and discounted admission are on at the ROM. Roam the galleries and check out a live performance by Avery Raquel.
Versus Video Dance Party (July 20 @ Gladstone Hotel)
It's an interactive music competition, video dance party and heck good night as two of the greatest cultural eras (the 80s and 90s) go head-to-head.
Lady Bird: 2000s Dance Party (July 21 @ Sneaky Dee's)
And who can forget the 2000s? Dig out your Juicy Couture and Louis V gear for this strictly 21st century dance party.
Britannia (July 21 @ Remix Lounge)
A celebration of all things Britpop, Madchester and UKindie is going down at this video dance party with a special spotlight on the legendary Blur.
Promise Cherry Beach (July 22 @ Cherry Beach)
Dance it out in the sand to some deep house, trance and chill vibes at this weekly beach party featuring DJs Doctor Jeep, Sergio SP and more.
Summer Pop-Up Market (July 21-22 @ 301 Augusta Ave)
This curated sale brings together local artists, designers and vintage clothing brands for two-days alongside music, snacks and drinks.
Summer Sale at the Barns (July 21 @ Artscape Wychwood Barns)
Over local 60 vendors are coming out for this big, family and pet-friendly community sale, including a farmers' market and free admission.
Ontario Vintage Market (July 22 @ Evergreen Brick Works)
Vintage brands from all over the province bringing with them clothing, housewares, decor, furniture and more up for the buying.
The Eco Lifestyle Market (July 22 @ The Great Hall)
Eco-friendly, sustainable, organic and naturally-sourced items are for sale at this market, including lifestyle products and healthy local eats.
by Lisa Power via blogTO
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