Toronto Events

Tamil Fest 2018 is the largest Tamil street festival of its kind outside of the Indian subcontinent. Last year crowds exceeded 200,000 people including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over two days marking Tamil Fest in its third year as the largest event in east Toronto’s history. This two-day festival is expected to draw thousands of...

For the first time ever, the Cascades of Fire International Fireworks Competition is set to light up the Niagara Falls skies this winter. Presented by Hornblower Niagara Cruises, the event will take place over six weekend nights starting on November 9, 2018. The competition will take place over two weekends in November with all shows...

ARTSIDEOUT (ASO) is a large-scale, one-day, multidisciplinary arts festival at the University of Toronto Scarborough. Involving individuals from various walks of life, ASO celebrates the rich diversity of the community. The festival transforms UTSC with site-specific installations, exhibitions, performances, and film screenings. ASO is a result of wide-ranging collaboration between student organizers from various disciplines,...

The 19th annual Reelworld Film Festival takes place from October 17th to October 21st 2019 and showcases films by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour) Canadian filmmakers exploring the nuances of “home.” The films portray BIPOC Canadians navigating the complexities of home life, creating new homes, and finding a home in community, in culture, and...

Starting from July 2nd, the artists will be selling their work, participating in virtual events, interacting with potential buyers, and creating connections beyond the 10-day event.

We're going virtual! Due to COVID-19, The Beaches Jazz Festival is going virtual, July 17-26 2020. Catch live performances, workshops, and interviews on our website and YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook pages.

From November 8 to 15 2020, be a part of history as Jazz Festivals across the country join forces to present top jazz talent performing online. From coast to coast, over a dozen festivals, including the Fort Langley Jazz & Arts Festival and the TD Vancouver International Jazz Festival have collaborated to bring all Canadians...

Experience 18 days of rides, games, performances and foods you can’t get anywhere else! The CNE is now open for the 2022 season. Want to win yourself a pair of Ride All Day passes to the CNE? Be sure you’re tuned into 640 Toronto the weeks of August 22nd and 29th and those tickets could...

TAIWANfest Toronto is back and in person this year at Harbourfront Centre! The festival features many local and international speakers, guests, artists, performers, and more participating in a variety of performances, talks, and activities. Hear, taste, and see the Stories of Independence that lie behind a piece of music or a fascinating art exhibit at...

101 NIGHTS OF TWINKLING LIGHTS November 12, 2022 to February 20, 2023 The most enchanting of Niagara Falls attractions, the 40th annual Winter Festival of Lights is Canada’s largest FREE outdoor light festival. Experience the spectacular displays with millions of lights and larger than life displays across the tourism districts. NEW “SPARKLING WINTER LIGHTS” FALLS ILLUMINATION To...

Founded by the Fabienne Colas Foundation, The Toronto Black Film Festival is Canada’s largest celebration of Black History Month through Films and much more. TBFF is dedicated to celebrating the very best in cinematic work dealing with the experiences of black people from a diversity of communities. Our mandate is to provide an opportunity for...

Party 4 Paws Spring Pet Fair is a family-friendly, and fully accessible event where you can start your animal adoption journey, support local businesses by shopping for your pets, and meet celebrity pets. Admission is free, and all donations go towards helping animals in need. There will also be other activities and attractions including doggie...

Celebrate Canada Day from 4:00 pm to 10:30 pm in the heart of Mississauga with live entertainment, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks finale! Catch an incredible lineup of stellar Canadian artists all evening long! The main stage kicks off with Mississauga’s own Aqyila and her TikTok viral summer vibes. Then, pop-rock star on-the-rise MICO hits the stage with...

Come For The Food, Stay For The Fun! August 11th – 13th Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable weekend brimming with delectable cuisine and entertainment. Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of the diverse cultures that thrive along the Danforth, where you can savour a culinary journey unlike any other. From savoury...

A 4-year-old child, by the name of Mitchell Nwabuoku, was playing and chasing a butterfly on the grounds of the apartments her cousins lived, on a beautiful summer’s day. Unfortunately, that butterfly chase led Mitchell to unsecured train tracks, which resulted in her untimely death; she was hit by a passing GoTrain. The Butterfly Project...

In celebration of Black History Month, the Congress of Black Women of Canada’s Ajax/Pickering and Oshawa/Whitby chapters have teamed up with Pickering Public Library to provide a FREE event to kids/youth (6 to 13 years old) on Saturday, February 10 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Get ready to learn about the valuable contributions and inventions...

The 12th annual Toronto Black Film Festival – #TBFF24 – marks Black History Month with bold, diverse, innovative and meaningful programming from February 14 -19, 2024. #TBFF24 will present 28 World Premieres, 6 International Premieres, 1 North American premiere, 21 Canadian Premieres, 18 Ontario Premieres and 1 Toronto Premiere. #TBFF24, Canada’s largest celebration of Black History...

Live Nation Presents: Blue Rodeo with Matt Mays and Begonia August 24th, 2024 @ Budweiser Stage The definition of a rebel is someone who goes against the grain. For close to thirty years now, Blue Rodeo has taken the road less travelled – and succeeded far beyond anyone’s expectations. The band emerged in the early...

Celebrating Scottish Style With Their Canadian Debut In The Heart Of Toronto Dressed to Kilt, the globally acclaimed, 20-year-old Scottish fashion extravaganza, is back, and this time it’s making history in the vibrant city of Toronto for the first-ever Canadian show, happening on April 6, 2024 (International Tartan Day) at The Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex (Governor’s Room). Co-founded by the legendary Sir Sean...

Celebrate the future of Carnival! The Junior King & Queen Showcase and Junior Carnival Parade spotlight the youngest talents in masquerade. Adorned in vibrant, custom-made costumes, children proudly represent their bands and heritage with creativity, grace, and joy. The day begins with the regal Junior King & Queen and family-friendly street parade full of rhythm,...

Lighting up the Year of the Snake, the Lunar Lanterns present six artists with unique stories. Featuring artists of different cultural backgrounds, each piece reflects a connection with the snake and this year’s theme: Fluidity in Diversity. Discover stories through arts and culture with this lantern installation at Varley Art Gallery. Learn more at lunarfestgta.ca.

Start off the Year of the Snake with arts, culture, and storytelling! LunarFest is bringing crafts workshops and stories of the snake to Varley Art Gallery. Sit down and unleash your creativity with our free, family-friendly workshops. Take a walk down to the McKay Art Centre for a mini artist market featuring local artists with...

Beginning February 11, STACKT market is thrilled to bring back its annual Sweet City Fest, a free, 10-day market celebrating all things sweet. Just in time for both Valentine’s Day and Family Day, Sweet City offers something for couples and families alike – including live music and entertainment, chocolate-themed experiences, picturesque installations, 10+ local sweets...

It’s the 20th anniversary of The Toronto Sketch Comedy Festival, and we’re pulling out all the stops! From March 5-16, 2025, join us at The Theatre Centre and Comedy Bar for an unforgettable celebration of the best live comedy in North America with 70+ incredible acts and 50+ must-see performances. Featured headliner performances from local...