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Patio parties in Toronto this June will let you say hello to summer. With rooftop pools and cozy backyard nooks getting in on the action, these events on patios throughout the city will help you let loose with your pals al fresco after a soaking wet spring.
Mascot kicks off its rooftop patio season with a four-day event featuring an endless string of DJs, drink specials and a special snack menu. Admission is free to this grassy, open air space.
Smack in the middle of Dundas West Fest is the annual Big Gay Patio. DJ Phillippe spins a GayWatch party in the afternoon and Big Fawn Canoe does a gay Coney Island bash.
Cabana Pool Bar is having its grand opening with music by Jed Harper and Chris Laroque. Doors open at 1 p.m., but you can sign up for the guest list to get free entry before 3 p.m.
Chill out on this secret terrace in Liberty Village. There'll be house music DJs from 3 p.m. until closing time at this old carpet manufacturing factory/your new patio hideout spot.
The Screen Queens crew takes over a huge patio during the Taste of Little Italy with DJ Andrew Awesome, beers from Muskoka Brewery and the Tailgate Queens. Expect drag surprises all day.
Catch the High Rollers hitting the stage at 8 p.m., throw back some beer, sip some wine and snack on complimentary oysters by Rodney's. There'll also be a human foosball tournament.