August long weekend events in Toronto for 2018

Tie on your bib and dig in because August long weekend events in Toronto for 2018 include a lot of food festivals happening all over the city. Caribana takes over and Veld is finally here. Stock up on the essentials, take note of road closures and the weather and have a great time!

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.
Veld (August 4-5 @ Downsview Park)
The hip-hop and electro gods are set to bless Toronto with a stacked lineup of performances by DJ Snake, Martin Garrix, Migos and a lot more.
Rogers Cup (August 4-12 @ Aviva Centre)
Tennis stars Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Denis Shapovalov and Milos Raonic are all set battle it out on court for the championship title.
Sunday Social (August 5 @ The Bentway)
Max relax under the Gardiner at this big beer garden, featuring music, games and food. This week has performances by Moses Revolution and more.
Daylight with Lebron James (August 3 @ Beach Paris)
NBA superstar LeBron James is in Toronto for Caribana and taking the day to have some fun at this all-day outdoor party.
Jerk (August 3 @ Ontario Place)
It's Caribana in the city and a big party is taking over Ontario Place, featuring up-and-coming DJ Bambii and free jerk chicken while it lasts.
Island Soul (August 3-6 @ Harbourfront Centre)
Free performances are happening down at Harbourforont all weekend in honour of Caribbean music heard through Canada and around the world.
Shaq at Cabana (August 4 @ Cabana Pool Bar)
Shaq, aka DJ Diesel, is spinning all the tunes for all the splish-splashers out there during this big daytime pool party.
Def Jam Caribana Celebrity Party (August 4 @ Brassaii)
Now in its 17th year, this annual Caribana bash brings many Def Jam musicians from all over the world to Toronto for the night.
Project Rewind (August 5 @ Revival)
Just because the parade if over doesn't mean the fun is. Party one last time with four DJs on four turntables spinning all the hits we know and love.
12 Beers Of Summer (August 3 @ Gladstone Hotel)
A tour through flavour city is going down at this beer tasting party with 12 local brews up for the trying and a DJ spinning all night long.
Scarborough Ribfest (August 3-6 @ Thomson Memorial Park)
One of the biggest ribfests of the year takes over, with award-winning ribbers, live music, rides, entrainment and an all-day beer garden.
Food Truck Festival (August 3-6 @ Woodbine Park)
Scattered around the city no more, food trucks from all over will fill Woodbine Park with all kinds of tastes, smells, brews and activities.
Taste of the Middle East (August 4 @ Dundas Square)
The inaugural Middle Eastern food fest kicks off with favourites like Turkish coffee, Arak and grilled halloumi, plus art, music and dancing.
Flavours of the Philippines (August 4-5 @ Albert Campbell Square)
Lechon, halo halo, and everything in between is going down at this Filipino-Canadian food festival on all weekend long.
Taste of India (August 5 @ Nathan Phillips Square)
Over 100 different Indian foods are up for the tasting at this huge festival, with samples, street performers, activities and a bazaar.
Indie Fridays (August 3 @ Yonge–Dundas Square)
Another round of up-and-coming indie musicians take the stage with free performances by Fujahtive, RaLion and Sattalites.
The National (August 4 @ Fort York National Historic Site)
Come equipped with tissues as the deep, moving sounds of The National fill Fort York, with support from Father John Misty.
Arctic Monkeys (August 5 @ Scotiabank Arena)
Hot off the release of their newest album, Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino, the Arctic Monkeys are here with their signature sound for one night only.
Taylor Swift (August 3 @ Rogers Centre)
Slap on the red lipstick and go all out for the arrival of T-Swift and her new attitude, as part of her Reputation tour.
McQueen (August 3-16 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
This documentary looks to explore the life of the troubled designer behind some of fashion's more memorable and influential works.
The Wiz (August 4 @ Aga Khan Park)
A young Michael Jackson stars in this remake of The Wizard of Oz during this free outdoor screening on the beautiful grounds of the Aga Khan Museum.
Amélie (August 5 @ Christie Pits)
This week, Cinematic Cities takes us to Paris where the quirky and cute Amélie looks for love in the city of romance.
Motown Party (August 4 @ Round)
Celebrating 10 years of shimmying and shaking, this huge Motown party is playing all the soul classics and fundraising for The Stop.
Graffiti Alley Block Party (August 5 @ Graffiti Alley)
A big block party is going down in Toronto's colourful and historic Graffiti Alley, featuring live performances, dancing, food, drinks and games.
Sunnyside 20 (August 5 @ Sunnyside Pavillion)
It's a long weekend beach party at this instalment of Sunnside 20 with Leon Vynehall, Ali Black, Andy Capp and Korea Town Acid.
Really Really Free Market (August 4 @ Campbell Park)
You don't need to resist the urge to spend money at this monthly market. It's completely free; no money, no swapping. Just show up and enjoy.
Rahyma Pop-Up (August 4-5 @ 80 Spadina Avenue)
Shop a variety of luxury African print attires in everything from dresses, skirts, jumpsuits, high-low jacket dress, t-shirt dresses, blouses and more.
Ontario Vintage Market (August 5 @ Evergreen Brick Works)
Vintage brands from all over the province arrive with everything from furniture, clothing, accessories and more for this bi-monthly vintage market.

by Lisa Power via blogTO