Weekend events in Toronto are ready for some fun in the sun with a ton of amazing events on. Taste of Danforth is back and there's a huge night market by the waterfront. A new music festival from Amsterdam is here and there's plenty of food, parties, film, festivals and more on as well.
Events you might want to check out:Roundhouse Craft Beer Festival (August 9-10 @ Roundhouse Park)
Summers are for cracking open a cold one, and there'll be lots of them at this big festival featuring local and regional craft brewers, food and music.
Taste of the Danforth (August 9-11 @ Greektown)
The biggest food festival of the season will see nearly 2 million people flood the Danforth for a weekend of Greek food and tons of fun festivities.
Waterfront Night Market (August 9-11 @ Ontario Place)
This massive Pan-Asian night market is ready to celebrate ten years of delicious street food from over 150 vendors seeped throughout the West Island.
Electric Island (August 10 @ Woodbine Park)
Electric Island is back with a full day in the sun featuring Hot Since 82, Dusky, Guti, Lee Foss, Andy Cue and many more DJs from all over.
We Are Lost Festival (August 11 @ Evergreen Brick Works)
New this year is this music festival born out of Amsterdam's electro scene, including performances by local and international DJs.
Summerworks (August 8-18 @ Multiple Venues)
New and innovative theatre and performance pieces make their debut at this annual festival that looks to fresh ideas for inspiration.
GhanaFest (August 10 @ Earl Bales Park)
Toronto's Ghanaian community is coming out for this big annual cultural festival with performances, music, fashion, food and more.
Mississauga Water Lantern Festival (August 10 @ Lakefront Promenade Park)
Messages of love, hope, gratitude and happiness are being sailed along the water at this water lantern festival that promises good luck for all.
Paws in the Park (August 10 @ Woodbine Park)
The Toronto Humane Society is back with its huge fundraiser festival to help support their efforts with a day of food, drinks, activities, music and more.
St. Lawrence Market Street Celebration (August 10 @ St. Lawrence Market)
A day of family fun and food is on outside St. Lawrence Market with outdoor concerts, cooking demos, games, performances and more.
Dinner Under the Stars (August 9 @ Front Street and Berczy Park)
There's nothing like a summer night spent under the stars and this big dinner party is about enjoying delicacies and drinks in good company.
Waterfront BeerCraft Festival (August 9-11 @ Ontario Place)
Part of the Waterfront Night Market, this new craft beer festival includes some of Canada’s leading craft breweries serving up the suds.
JerkFest (August 9-11 @ Centennial Park)
Jerk eats are at the heart of this big Caribbean food festival, with a weekend of performances by R&B stars like Ginuwine, activities and more.
Vegandale (August 10 @ Fort York National Historic Site)
Vegans, rejoice! This big festival is back with tons of plant-based food, drinks and merch from vendors all across the country, plus music and activities.
Sweetery (August 10-11 @ David Pecaut Square)
Those with a sweet tooth are in for a treat, as this big dessert festival returns with a ton of confectionary creations, ice cream, baked goods and savoury stuff.
The Wild Blueberry Festival (August 11 @ Evergreen Brick Works)
All-things blueberry are on at this annual festival with vendors selling lots of blueberry-infused goodies, plus drinks, cooking demos and activities.
Snoopy Palooza (August 11 @ Black Lab Brewing)
The dog that inspired it all is turning 10 and his namesake brewery is throwing a big party with local breweries dropping by, plus lots of food for everyone.
The Hip Hop Market (August 9 @ The Joint)
The best of Toronto's up-and-coming hip-hop scene are coming out for this showcase of talent and dance party with DJ D-Rock on the decks.
Indie Fridays (August 9 @ Yonge-Dundas Square)
Indie Fridays is back and the theme this week is French-Canadian sounds with performances by MC Naya Ali, DJ Shash’U and Rymz.
Iron Maiden (August 9 @ Budweiser Stage)
Heavy metal legends Iron Maiden have been going strong for over four decades and show no sign of slowing down on their Legacy of the Beast tour.
Beck and Cage the Elephant (August 11 @ Budweiser Stage)
Leader of the 90s alt-indie movement Beck has teamed up with one of the leaders of today's indie scene for a night of new and old tunes.
Romeo & Juliet (August 9-10 @ Ontario Place)
It's Leo in his prime as he takes on Shakespeare with Claire Danes in this modern telling of the classic love story.
Canadian Diversity Film Festival (August 9-11 @ Textile Museum of Canada)
Moments and experiences of different people and their stories are captured during this film festival that highlights the work of Canadian artists.
Mulan International Film Festival (August 9-17 @ Multiple Venues)
Chinese-language takes centre stage at this film festival with historically significant works focusing on China and its people.
Speed (August 10 @ The Royal Cinema)
Pop quiz, hotshot. Are you trying to catch the 25th anniversary screening of the one and only Speed? If so, it's coming at you in full force this weekend.
Aladdin (August 10 @ David Pecaut Square)
The summer's biggest dessert festival is back and hosting a special free movie night featuring the new live-action Aladdin.
Grey Gardens (August 11 @ Christie Pits)
The documentary that helped shape the genre as we know it captures the lives of two, once-wealthy women living in a run-down house in the Hamptons.
Amazing Grace (August 11 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
This moving tribute to Aretha Franklin focus on the live recording of her gospel album with live accompaniment from the Toronto Mass Choir.
Funhouse Fridays (August 9 @ The Funhouse)
Calling all guys and dolls for this swanky 1930s-themed Gatsby party inside of the city's huge fun house that's filled with incredible art.
Madonna Vs Lady Gaga Dance Party (August 9 @ Glad Day Bookshop (Church))
Back again is this dance party for the ages as two of the biggest divas in pop go head to head with hits from Gaga, Madonna and other iconic stars.
Latin Heat (August 10 @ Cabana Pool Bar)
Salsa and rumba your heart out by the pool at this big annual summer party with hot Latin hits playing all day from Jed Harper and Chris LaRoque.
Promise Cherry Beach (August 11 @ Cherry Beach)
It's a beach party like no other as LA duo Dance Spirit play some sex laser beats and rhythms that are sure to have your toes wiggling in the sand.
Frank And Oak Warehouse Sale (August 8-25 @ 639 Queen St. W)
Shirts, pants, jeans, shoes, t-shirts, dresses, blazers, jackets and more are on for up to 70 per cent off at this Toronto source for contemporary styles.
Parkdale Flea (August 10 @ Northern Contemporary Gallery)
School is almost back in session and the Parkdale Flea is here to get you ready with all kinds of items for sale by local vendors from around the city.
Ontario Vintage Market (August 11-25 @ Evergreen Brick Works)
Vintage designs, art, antiques and more are all part of this big market with a curated selection of items brought in from all over the province.
by Lisa Power via blogTO
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