Weekend events in Toronto are here for the final weekend of summer and ready to make the most of it with a new, city-wide, 10-week art festival and lots and lots of concerts. Just for Laughs is just getting started and some big-name folks are dropping by for Elevate.
Events you might want to check out:Bi Arts Festival (September 19-23 @ Multiple Venues)
Toronto's bisexual community is ready to celebrate with a week of special programming that includes storytelling, parties, shows and an arts market.
Just for Laughs (September 19-29 @ Multiple Venues)
Carol Burnett, John Mulaney, Jonathan Van Ness and Eric Andre are just some of the top comedy talent dropping by for this year's festival.
Elevate (September 20-26 @ Multiple Venues)
Some of the world's biggest innovators are coming to talk about society and its challenges, including Michelle Obama and Chris Hadfield.
Toronto Biennial of Art (September 21 - December 1 @ Multiple Venues)
New this year is a massive, ten-week art festival that only occurs every two years and includes exhibitions, talks and performances all over the city.
Sterling Road Block Party (September 22 @ Sterling Road)
Sterling Road is the place to be and this big block party is back with a day of food and drink from nearby spots, plus music, art and shopping.
Movie Expo (September 20-22 @ Enercare Centre)
Movie lovers and aspiring Hollywood elite are welcome at this new show dedicated to all-things film with talks from industry folk and creatives.
St. Lawrence Market Harvest Festival (September 21 @ St. Lawrence Market)
Fall is almost here and this big harvest festival is ready to celebrate the season with a day of food, music, entertainment and activities for everyone.
Queen West Art Crawl (September 21-22 @ Trinity Bellwoods Park)
The vibrant arts community of Queen Street West is coming out for this big outdoor art exhibition and festival with food, music, performances and more.
Guinea Pig Picnic (September 22 @ Greenwood Park)
Expect a cuteness overload at this outdoor festival that's all about guinea pigs with a Piggy Pageant, shopping and a costume try-on station.
Butterbeer Bar Crawl (September 21 @ Multiple Venues)
Calling all witches, wizards and muggles for this Harry Potter-themed bar crawl across four bars with costumes, games and an after party.
You Can Kiss My Cask (September 21 @ Muddy York Brewing Co.)
Back again is this mini cask festival with beer from five local breweries served out of the cask alongside Marks Pizzas.
Royal Mountain Goodbye To Summer BBQ (September 21 @ 3365 Dundas St W)
Summer is coming to an end and Royal Mountain Records is celebrating with an all-day barbecue that features a stellar lineup of local musicians.
Bastille (September 20 @ Budweiser Stage)
It's been a while since Bastille broke through into the pop stratosphere, but the indie pop band's new music is as booming and powerful as ever.
Ongaku (September 20-22 @ 918 Bathurst)
Japan and Canada’s most exciting voices in contemporary and experimental music are performing over this three-day festival.
Venus Fest (September 20-22 @ The Opera House)
Powered by female musicians, this music festival will see performances by The Vaselines, The Weather Station, Fiver and more, plus talks and events.
Dallas Smith and Dean Brody (September 21 @ Budweiser Stage)
Friends don't let friends tour alone, and that's exactly why country singers Dallas Smith and Dean Brody are hitting the road together this summer.
J Balvin (September 21 @ Scotiabank Arena)
Already-huge Colombian reggaeton star J Balvin hit it even bigger with ROSALÍA on "Con Altura" and he's ready to bring his is Arcoíris tour to Toronto.
Judah & the Lion (September 21 @ Danforth Music Hall)
Folksie, electro, indie, pop and the all-around eclectic Judah & the Lion are responsible for some very catchy tunes to lift our spirit.
K.Flay (September 22 @ Phoenix Concert Theatre)
Rapper and singer K.Flay is back in Toronto to rip it over some fire beats and get deep with her deeply personal, high-powered anthems.
Brittany Howard (September 22 @ The Danforth Music Hall)
Alabama Shakes' Brittany Howard is taking her solo show on the road and bringing her beautiful, soulful blues tunes to the Toronto stage.
Palestine Film Festival (September 18-22 @ TIFF Bell Lightbox)
The annual Palestine Film Festival is just getting started with a weekend of works that explore stories of Palestine, its history and people.
Devil's Pie: D'Angelo (September 20 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
The story of Michael Eugene Archer a.k.a. D'Angelo a.k.a. Black Messiah takes the spotlight in this doc about his rise to fame and long absence from music.
To Kill A Secret (September 21 @ Fox Theatre)
Toronto director Jevon Boreland is debuting his new thought-provoking short drama/thriller with a Q&A with the cast and crew and merch for sale.
Sudden Impulse Film Festival (September 21 @ Revue Cinema)
Over 30 short films from all kinds of genres by local creators are screening as part of this one-day film festival that also includes live tunes.
Fall Opening Party (September 20 @ Power Plant)
Soak up the local arts scene at this free opening party for the Power Plant's fall exhibitions with a cash bar and food by Toben Food By Design.
Strapped (September 20 @ One Loft)
Gonna take my horse to the Old Town Hoe at this big country music party that blends country with funk, hip-hop, R&B and club hits.
Divas Only (September 21 @ Glad Day Bookshop (Church))
Calling all Lovers for this Taylor Swift-themed girl power dance party with hits by the mega star and all her pop star pals.
Vans Sample Sale (September 18-21 @ 2 Wingold Ave)
There's still time to get your hands on some Vans gear with men's and women's clothing and accessories on sale.
Toms Warehouse Sale (September 19-22 @ Markham Fairgrounds)
Stay comfy with big savings on Toms footwear with shoes, boots, sandals and accessories for the whole family all marked down up to 70 per cent off.
Michi Sample Sale (September 20-22 @ 950 Queen St W)
Ethically-made activewear is on sale for up to 80 per cent off with leggings, bras, tops, outerwear, loungewear and tennis apparel in sizes XXS to XL.
Stylegarage Sample Sale (September 21 @ 8 Gladstone Avenue)
Big, big savings on a ton of furniture and home items are all on at this big sale with couches, rugs, lighting and more, all up to 75 per cent off.
Autumn Makers' Market (September 21 @ Withrow Park Farmers' Market)
Local artisans and makers are dropping by for this fall market with everything to get you and your home ready for the new season.
Trinity Bellwoods Flea (September 22 @ The Great Hall)
It's almost back to school/work and the Bellwoods Flea is ready to get you all set with plenty of snacks, gear, gifts, stationery and wellness items.
Toronto Beer Week (September 13-22 @ Multiple Venues)
Beer lovers still have another weekend to get their fill before this annual city-wide festival wraps up with workshops, events and parties all over.
Word On The Street (September 17-22 @ Harbourfront Centre)
It's the final weekend for this huge book and magazine festival with talks, programming and a big marketplace by the water.
by Lisa Power via blogTO
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