10 things to do in Toronto today

Today's events in Toronto rival that of any cottage weekend or vacation abroad with a stellar lineup of stuff going on. Electric Island keeps it hot with beats to make you sweat and it's the final day for Sail-In Cinema. Vegan food, beer, rosé and sweets are on, plus a big doggy festival.

Events you might want to check out:

Electric Island (August 11 @ Hanlan's Point Stadium)
The second edition of Electric Island has a new lineup of electro/EDM stars, including Green Velvet, Shiba San and Sydney Blu.
Sail-In Cinema (August 11 @ Sugar Beach)
It's your last chance to catch a free outdoor screening from anywhere around this big floating screen. The final feature is none other than Space Jam!
Paws in the Park (August 11 @ Woodbine Park)
This pooch party, which is also a fundraiser, offers free admission, food, drinks, exhibitions, free training sessions and lots of free doggy pats.
Rosé Picnic (August 11 @ Stanley Barracks)
Back again is this huge garden party worth dressing up for. Food and drinks are on while DJs spin the tunes inside the historic Stanley Barracks.
GhanaFest (August 11 @ Earl Bales Park)
A huge celebration of Ghanaian arts and culture is on, with traditional food, cultural showcases and performances from local and international artists.
Stranded Fest (August 11 @ Opera House)
It's the classics with a twist at this big cover band festival, which features local bands playing the hits by Weezer, The Killers, Fall Out Boy and more.
Vegandale Food Festival (August 11-12 @ Fort York National Historic Site)
Vegan foodies take over Fort York for two days of vendors serving up food, drinks, goods and products from non-animal sources.
Roundhouse Craft Beer Festival (August 11-12 @ Roundhouse Park)
Steam Whistle's Roundhouse Park gets a two-day extravaganza of samples and food trucks. Picnic blankets are encouraged!
Sweetery (August 11-12 @ David Pecaut Square)
For all the sweet tooths out there, this festival of desserts features local chefs, students and artisan creations of the sugary persuasion.
Parkdale Flea (August 11-12 @ Northern Contemporary Gallery)
Back is this dog-friendly flea market that's teaming up with Save Our Scruff to feature some pups in need of a new home, among lots of shopping and food.

by Lisa Power via blogTO