Weekend events in Toronto are ready to fill up on pizza, pasta and pastrami as Taste of Little Italy takes over College Street for three days of food and fun. Get ready for a weekend of free concerts at NXNE's Festival Village, while Nuit Rose showcases the city's local queer arts scene.
Events you might want to check out:NXNE Festival Village (June 14-16 @ Yonge Street)
This year's NXNE comes to an end with a massive street festival spanning from Dundas to Queen with free performances by Cold War Kids, Santigold and more.
Taste of Little Italy (June 14-16 @ Little Italy)
Get your fill of everything Italian as one of the year's most anticipated street festivals returns along College with food, music, drinks and fun.
Nuit Rose (June 15 @ Multiple Venues)
Two Toronto neighbourhoods are being turned into an art festival with queer artists showcasing music, video, art, poetry, theatre and dance.
Collectif NUDE Block Party (June 15 @ The Bentway)
Collectif NUDE is back with their annual block party and this time it's at The Bentway with a day of music, art, performances, games, food and drinks.
TOPS Opening Weekend (June 15 @ Fort York National Historic Site)
Toronto Outdoor Picture Show is ready to kick off a summer of 'dynamic duos' with a free/PWYC screening of Thelma & Louise and Misery on Sunday.
International Dragon Boat Race Fest (June 15-16 @ Centre Island)
It looks like it's a go for this year's Dragon Boat Race Festival as competitors zip through the water alongside a big festival village and performances.
Yorkville Exotic Car Show (June 16 @ Bloor St W)
High octane is the name of the game at this year's Exotic Car Show with top of the line, ultra shiny sports cars stationed along Bloor.
Wine & Spirit Festival (June 14-15 @ Sugar Beach)
Sugar Beach is once again host to this big festival dedicated to all kinds of wine, spirits, beer, cider and cocktails, all served up alongside food and live music.
Great Canadian Greek Festival (June 14-16 @ Better Living Centre)
Toronto can add another huge Greek festival to it's summer bucket list with a weekend of traditional treats, live entertainment and a big market.
Taco Fest (June 14-16 @ Ontario Place)
Everything Mexican food and culture is on at this big festival with thee days of traditional eats, drinks, music, entertainment and games.
The Beach Rib & Craft Beer Fest (June 14-16 @ Woodbine Park)
Break out the rib bib for this annual rib festival with robbers from all over the province dropping by, plus a craft beer market and lots more.
Foodalicious (June 15-16 @ Downsview Park)
Better put on your eating pants because Foodalicious is back with a weekend of street food goodies courtesy of the city's best food trucks.
The Art of Craft Beer (June 15 @ Ashbridge Estate)
Art and beer come together as one during this neighbourhood beer festival with local brewers and artisans on site with goods for purchase.
Afro Vegan Fest (June 16 @ Artscape Wychwood Barns)
New this year is a full day dedicated to African and Caribbean vegan fare with plant-based goodies and live music with proceeds going to an organic farm.
Indie Horror Fest (June 12-15 @ Eyesore Cinema)
A weekend of horror from independent filmmakers is on with works by directors from all over the world, screening over the next few days.
Taking Space (June 14 @ The Grand Gerrard Theatre)
Catch a screening of this short film that looks at Toronto's DIY skatepark movement, paired with a documentary feature and live music performances.
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (June 14-15 @ Cinesphere at Ontario Place)
Hunter S. Thompson's personal fever dream comes to life when a journalist and his lawyer travel to Las Vegas for a series of psychedelic escapades.
True Crime Film Festival (June 14-15 @ Revue Cinema)
True crime lovers can get their fix of all the drama and intrigue at this two-day festival featuring films and Q&As that focus on real crime stories.
Watergate (June 14-20 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
The story of the Watergate scandal can only be shown in two parts and this new documentary tells the story of all the drama surrounding Nixon's hot mess.
True North (June 15 @ Harbourfront Centre, Studio Theatre)
It's a good time to take a look inside Toronto's basketball scene as Ryan Sidhoo's documentary looks at today’s youth basketball machine.
Yeasayer (June 15 @ Mod Club)
The good vibes are on with Brooklyn's experimental rockers who fuse lots of interesting sounds and noises into their funky tunes.
Alexisonfire (June 16 @ Budweiser Stage)
From the sleepy suburbs of St. Catharines came the big, booming sound of post-hardcore rockers Alexisonfire and their now-signature sound.
Tchami (June 16 @ Cabana Pool Bar)
It's going to be a good day by the pool as Tchami drops by to spin some of his signature smooth house beats for a sexy Sunday at Cabana.
Toronto R&B Sounds (June 16 @ The Baby G)
Toronto's up-and-coming R&B scene is taking the stage for this showcase of local singers bring the dreamy vibes and sensuous sounds.
Our House (June 14 @ stackt market)
Part of Stackt's housewarming weekend, this NXNE-lead showcase of DJs includes plenty of local talent and a secret headliner spinning into the night.
Friday Night Live (June 14 @ Royal Ontario Museum)
It's a rainbow party at the ROM as #FNL celebrates Pride Month with a night of queer art, expression, music, dancing, food and performance.
Astronomy On Tap T.O. (June 14 @ The Great Hall)
Calling all stargazers for this comic party with drinks, astronomy news, mind-expanding talks, games, prizes and Dunlap merchandise for sale.
Promise Cherry Beach (June 16 @ Cherry Beach)
Dance it out in the sand as Promise Cherry Beach returns with special guest Galcher Lustwerk spinning dance and hip-hop alongside a lineup of local DJs.
Bather Summer Pop-Up (June 14 @ 915 Queen St. W)
Toronto-based swim and surf brand is ready to unveil their summer line of gear, shirts and totes during this weekend-long pop-up.
Spooky Flea Market (June 15 @ Rue Morgue Manor)
All-things horror is on at this big flea with books, DVDs, art, collectables, music, VHS tapes, prizes, food and everything to do with gore.
Happy Clothing Co Pop-Up (June 15 @ Drink Juice Co.)
A curated selection of locally-designed men and women's summer streetwear is for sale with 10% of the proceeds going to support mental wellness.
Seconds & Supplies Maker Market (June 15 @ Artscape Youngplace)
Calling all makers for this market with artists supplies, materials and equipment of all kinds both new and used for sale in the name of sustainability.
Leslieville Flea (June 15 - August 17 @ Distillery District)
Take a stroll through the historic Distillery District as the Leslie Flea returns to fill the space with a curated selection of vintage and handmade crafts.
Trinity Bellwoods Flea (June 16 @ The Great Hall)
Shop local at this big monthly market with over 60 vendors selling handmade goodies like food, clothing, art, photography, beauty and more.
Indie Label Market (June 16 @ Ildsjel Collective)
NXNE and Indie88 have teamed up for a market with records from some of Toronto's indie labels like Royal Mountain, Must Be Nice and LootBag.
by Lisa Power via blogTO
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