10 things to do in Toronto for the August civic holiday

August civic holiday Monday events in Toronto today are ready to make for a great day off. Raptors coach Nick Nurse is in to chat and there's a big beach party. It's the last day for the Food Truck Festival and Drake is taking the stage at OVO Fest. Here's what's open and closed!

Events you might want to check out:

Nick Nurse (August 5 @ The Rec Room)
None other than Raptors and Team Canada coach Nick Nurse is dropping by Hoop Talks along with Rowan Barrett to chat about the game.
Promise Cherry Beach (August 5 @ Promise Cherry Beach)
Party it up in the sand as this week's Promise celebrates the long weekend and beautiful weather with Berlin's Mor Elian and local DJs spinning all day.
Thunderpussy (August 5 @ Horseshoe Tavern)
Divine feminine energy meets hard rock with Seattle's all-female glam band that take the best from the rock 'n' roll greats and leave the rest.
Jambana (August 5 @ Phoenix Concert Theatre)
The Caribana festivities continue at the second day of this festival, with performances by Koffee, Exco Levi & High Priest and Fujahtive.
Happiness Comix Launch (August 5 @ The Beguiling Books & Art)
The long-awaited return of Happiness Comix has come with a celebration that includes music, readings and a screening of Fleegix.
The Taste of Bangladesh (August 5 @ Bangladeshi Canadian Community Services)
Fill up on traditional Bangladeshi food form all over the region during this street festival along Danforth that includes games and activities.
Food Truck Festival (August 2-5 @ Woodbine Park)
There's still another day to fill up on food from a huge fleet of trucks serving up street food of all kinds, plus games, entertainment and more.
Island Soul (August 2-5 @ Harbourfront Centre)
It's the last day to soak up the Island vibes at this free festival that includes music, art, food, theatre, comedy and more from Caribbean artists.
Scarborough Ribfest (August 2-5 @ Thomson Memorial Park)
This big, annual rib festival is set to wrap up today, but not before one last helping of ribs from ribbers all over the region, games and entertainment.
OVO Fest (August 4-5 @ Budweiser Stage)
The sold-out OVO Fest continues with a performance from Drake and probably a few surprises. Even if you're not going, you'll hear about it.

by Lisa Power via blogTO