Weekend events in Toronto have lots going on. A huge cider festival is on and there's a big block party under the Gardiner. Tamil Fest and PS Kensington are back and there's plenty of food, drinks, music and film to keep you busy.
Events you might want to check out:Toronto Cider Festival (August 24-25 @ Sherbourne Common)
Kick back with a cold one at this festival featuring over 100 different kinds of ciders from local, regional and international cider producers.
2001: A Space Odyssey (August 24-30 @ Cinesphere)
Screening for the first time ever in IMAX is Stanley Kubrick's ground breaking and surreal 1968 sci-fi masterpiece.
Korean Harvest Festival (August 24-26 @ Mel Lastman Square)
Hangawi, also known as Korean Thanksgiving, looks to celebrate Korean culture with traditional food, music, dance, local artists and performances.
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.
Tamil Fest (August 25-26 @ Markham Road)
Now in its third year, Tamil Fest looks to celebrate Tamil culture with exhibits, traditional food, entertainment and performances.
Pedestrian Sundays (August 26 @ Kensington Market)
Kensington goes carless for a day this week to make space for food, dancing, music, makers and meditation in the street.
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.
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.
Scarborough Afro-Carib Fest (August 25-26 @ Scarborough Civic Centre)
A huge celebration of Afro-Caribean culture is going down with two days of food, performances, art, competitions and prizes.
Beer, Bourbon and BBQ Fest (August 24-26 @ Ontario Place)
There's always room for one more cookout before summer ends, and this one promises tons of food, drinks, music and country-themed activities.
Leslieville Beer Festival (August 25 @ Dundas Street East)
Dundas East shuts down for this all-day neighbourhood street party with regional brewers, community food vendors and local artisans on site.
Coconut Festival (August 25-26 @ David Pecaut Square)
All things coconut is on at this annual celebration of the versatile tropical delicacy featuring all kinds of products derived from coconuts.
Pan American Food and Music Festival (August 25-26 @ Yonge–Dundas Square)
Foods from all over the American continent is getting served up alongside activities, competitions and live performances.
Mabuhay Philippines Festival (August 25-26 @ Nathan Phillips Square)
Every kind of traditional Filipino food is up for the tasting this weekend during this big celebration of Philippino heritage and culture.
Indie Fridays (August 24 @ Yonge–Dundas Square)
Indie Friday is almost over for the season but it's not too late to catch some talented folk performing for free alongside graffiti arts and a beer garden.
Arty (August 24 @ Uniun)
Russian DJ Arty gets the party thumping with the classic Euro-trance joints, featuring big drops and soft vocal overlays you can't help but love.
Mahalia (August 24 @ The Garrison)
Still fresh in the game, English R&B singer Mahalia is making a name for herself with her soulful voice and jams you can vibe to.
Ska-Punk Showcase (August 24 @ The Horseshoe Tavern)
Remember ska? Remember punk? Remember ska-punk? Well it's alive and well in the hearts of these six bands performing the good stuff all night long.
Miguel (August 26 @ RBC Echo Beach)
R&B star Miguel has been making waves with his Ascension tour and returns to Toronto to perform alongside homegrown duo DVSN.
Movie Night in Liberty Village Park (August 24 @ Liberty Village Park)
Crawl out from your condo or head down to Liberty Village to catch a free outdoor screening of Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.
Lost Episode Fest (August 24-26 @ Carlton Cinema)
Over 30 sci-fi, horror, indie, thriller, fantasy and animation features and shorts are on all weekend long during the 6th edition of this film festival.
Whitney (August 24-30 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
I'm not crying, you are. Using real footage, Whitney Houston's rise to stardom and eventual downfall is captured in this all-too-real documentary.
Sorauren Park Outdoor Movie Series (August 25 @ Sorauren Avenue Park)
A pre-show pizza party is going down with prizes to boot, plus a free outdoor screening of the 2016 Ghostbusters remake.
PA Day Party (August 24 @ The Baby G)
Party like it's a PA Day to hip-hop, R&B, electro and whatever else gets your feet moving on the dance floor.
Summerdaze (August 25 @ 54 Fraser Avenue)
The last Summerdaze of the season comes to an end with a stellar lineup of underground DJs featuring Acid Pauli, Brian Cid, Hauy and Miss Melera.
Promise Cherry Beach (August 26 @ Cherry Beach)
This week's electro beach party shines, featuring Toronto's own Kenny Glasgow on decks alongside a surprise international guest DJ.
Pop-Up Arts Market (August 24 @ Ryerson Artspace at the Gladstone Hotel)
Zines, ceramics, jewellery, oh my! Find all things things and more at this arts market featuring unique, handmade pieces from local makers.
Toronto Artisan Market (August 26 @ Trinity Bellwoods)
This Sunday, Bellwoods is hosting a curated market featuring a community of local makers showing off their handmade arts and crafts.
by Lisa Power via blogTO
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