Events in Toronto this week are all about to paint the town rainbow as the Pride celebrations heat up. Open Roof kicks off another season of movies and music while The Stop's Night Market is back. There's lots of free stuff happening, too, including the Toronto Raptors parade.
Events you might want to check out:Toronto Raptors Parade (June 17 @ Exhibition Place)
Two million people are expected to turn out to welcome the team back and celebrate their first NBA Championship.
The Stop's Night Market (June 18-19 @ Stackt Market)
The Stop is back with its huge night market that includes all-you-can-eat grub from the city's top chefs, drinks and music, all for a good cause.
Open Roof (June 19 @ The Lower Junction)
Open Roof is back and celebrating its tenth season of pairing movies with performances by indie artists starting with the film Us and music from Yuka.
Death Cab for Cutie (June 20 @ RBC Echo Beach)
We all remember where we were when we heard our first Death Cab for Cutie song and their tunes that carved out a special place in the alt-rock scene.
Alternative Pride Festival (June 20-24 @ Multiple Venues)
New this year is an independent, non-corporate, artist-led music and art festival celebrating queer artists and spaces over four days all over the city.
Night at the Aqueerium (June 21 @ Ripley's Aquarium of Canada)
Ripley's annual Pride party is back with a night of fun among the fishes, including music, food, drinks, activities and more.
Outlaw Music Festival (June 21 @ Budwesier Stage)
Willie Nelson, Phil Lesh & Friends, the Avett Brothers and many more country stars are dropping by Toronto for this big music festival.
Craft Beer Festival (June 21-23 @ Ontario Place)
Brewers from all over the region are dropping by for this celebration of independent craft beer, plus food, activities and live music.
Toronto Jazz Festival (June 21-30 @ Multiple Venues)
The city is about to be one jazzy spot with thousands of artists performing all over the city, including a free concert series taking over Yorkville.
90’s Nostalgia Wayback Dance Party (June 22 @ Interchange Park)
Ride the wave of 90s nostalgia with Aqua, The Vengaboys members of S Club 7, Prozzak and Right Said Fred as they all come by to party.
Arkells (June 22 @ Budweiser Stage)
Hamilton's hometown heroes are back to rock it out alongside Judah & the Lion and Bonjay as part of their Rally Cry tour.
Electric Island (June 22 @ Woodbine Park)
The second instalment of the Electric Island series is back with Seth Troxler, DJ Harvey and more at a new location, due to flooding on the Island.
Toronto Flower Market (June 22 @ CAMH)
Local growers, florists, craftspeople and gardeners are coming out for this monthly market that features handmade bouquets and home decor.
Flavours of the Phillipines (June 22-23 @ Nathan Phillips Square)
Fill up on traditional Filipino goodies at this annual food festival that celebrates Filipino culture through food, music, dance and performances.
TreeHouse Party XI (June 23 @ Bandshell Park)
Part of the Green Space Festival, this huge Pride party caps off the weekend with an afternoon of beats by Danny Tenaglia DJ, Black Madonna and DJ Addy.
by Lisa Power via blogTO
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