10 things to do in Toronto for Victoria Day 2019

Things to do in Toronto for Victoria Day 2019 include plenty of events to cap off the long weekend. The ROM is opening for free and there's a huge fireworks show. The Strokes are kicking off a season of music and a new tech conference is here. Don't forget to check out what's open and closed.

Events you might want to check out:

Victoria Day Fireworks (May 20 @ Ashbridges Bay Park)
The city's biggest firework display is on at Ashbridges Bay with over 2,000 fireworks shimmering over the lake in celebration of the Queen's b-day.
Snoop Dogg (May 20 @ Rebel)
What's his name? Snoop Doggy Dogg is coming to Toronto and bringing legendary rappers Bone Thugs, Too $hort, Warren G and Kurupt with him.
3rd Monday Nights Free (May 20 @ The Royal Ontario Museum)
The ROM is opening its doors for free the third Monday evening of each month for patrons to take a stroll through the majority of the museum.
The Strokes (May 20 @ Budweiser Stage)
We all remember when Is This It came out and now the band that helped popularize the indie genre is opening the Bud stage for the summer.
Brewer's Backyard (May 20 @ Evergreen Brick Works)
Eight local breweries are dropping by the Brick Works for this edition of Brewer's Backyard, plus a bunch of great food trucks to pick from.
Armin Van Buuren (May 20 @ Cabana Pool Bar)
Legendary trance DJ and producer Armin Van Buuren is dropping by Cabana for a pre-season special event and spinning the poolside beats all day.
Emotional Oranges (May 20 @ Mod Club)
Don't take it personal with L.A. R&B duo Emotional Oranges, fresh off the release of their debut project The Juice: Vol. 1.
Collision (May 20-23 @ Enercare Centre)
New this year is "the Coachella for geeks" that's bringing big names from the international tech community to Toronto for the weekend.
Paprika Festival (May 20-26 @ Native Earth Performing Arts)
Emerging playwrights, actors and producers are taking the stage at this annual theatre festival dedicated to showcasing the work of young talent.
Artfest (May 18-20 @ Historic Distillery District)
There's another day to stroll through the Distillery District during this big art festival with works by local and regional artists, activities and workshops.

by Lisa Power via blogTO