15 things to do in Toronto this week

Events in Toronto this week are all about festivals and trivia nights.

VELD is back for a full weekend of some of the hottest EDM and hip-hop artists, or check out a new Black Vegan food festival that will be putting a vegan twist on African and Caribbean dishes.

With so many events happening all over the city, there's likely an event for everyone.

Events you might want to check out

Date

About the Event

Location
- Brooklyn Nine-Nine Trivia Night!
  
  July 26
  
  Brooklyn Nine-Nine Trivia Night!
  
  Are you a Brooklyn 99 superfan? See if you have the chops to work in the bullpen at this themed trivia night.
  
  Dublin Calling
- Tuesday Night Comedy
  
  July 26
  
  Tuesday Night Comedy
  
  Get ready to laugh all night at this local comedy showcase.
  
  Bar Cathedral
- Classic Simpsons Trivia!
  
  July 26
  
  Classic Simpsons Trivia!
  
  How well do you know the classic TV series? Test your knowledge at this themed trivia night.
  
  Sneaky Dee's
- Dua Lipa - Future Nostalgia Tour
  
  July 27
  
  Dua Lipa - Future Nostalgia Tour
  
  Singer-songwriter Dua Lipa is coming to the city to perform songs off her latest album 'Future Nostalgia' with special guest Caroline Polachek.
  
  Scotiabank Arena
- Russell Peters
  
  July 28
  
  Russell Peters
  
  Stand-up comedian Russell Peters is bringing his funny persona to Toronto.
  
  Scotiabank Arena
- Music Bingo
  
  July 28
  
  Music Bingo
  
  Head out to this music-themed trivia night and be prepared to dance while in your seat. Try your luck at getting a full card to score some prizes.
  
  Nightowl
- Toronto Caribbean Carnival
  
  July 28-31
  
  Toronto Caribbean Carnival
  
  This weekend festival celebrating Caribbean culture ends with a grand parade, filled with extravagant costumes, colours, music and dancing.
  
  Multiple Venues
- AIRMOVES
  
  July 29
  
  AIRMOVES
  
  Put on a pair of headphones and dance the night away to soca, dancehall and reggae at this silent disco.
  
  Harbourfront Centre
- Supernatural Official Convention
  
  July 29-31
  
  Supernatural Official Convention
  
  Calling the SPN Family! Head out to the convention for a chance to meet some of your fave stars of the beloved show at this event full of vendors, live music and more.
  
  Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Airport & Conference Centre
- VELD
  
  July 29-31
  
  VELD
  
  The electronic music festival has extended from two days to three this year and will feature a handful of major artists including Alesso, Armin Van Buuren, The Chainsmokers, Marshmello, Martin Garrix and Porter Robinson.
  
  Downsview Park
- Puppy Love Yoga
  
  July 30
  
  Puppy Love Yoga
  
  Get your daily exercise in as cute puppies run around the class trying to distract you.
  
  Royal Canadian Legion
- Toronto Black Vegan Festival
  
  July 31
  
  Toronto Black Vegan Festival
  
  The food festival will be hosting multiple vendors putting a vegan spin on some classic African and Caribbean dishes.
  
  Artscape Wychwood Barns
- REYNA's Unapologetic Drag Brunch
  
  July 31
  
  REYNA's Unapologetic Drag Brunch
  
  Grab a table and head out to this drag brunch where you can watch queens strutting their stuff all while sipping on a mimosa.
  
  Bar Reyna
- Shawn Mendes Wonder: The World Tour
  
  July 31
  
  Shawn Mendes Wonder: The World Tour
  
  Shawn Mendes is stopping in the city for a hometown show as part of his Wonder: The World Tour.
  
  Scotiabank Arena
- TASTE OF INDIA FESTIVAL
  
  July 31 - August 1
  
  TASTE OF INDIA FESTIVAL
  
  Expect to see hundreds of food stalls, as well as music and dance performances among large crowds of food enthusiasts celebrating the Indian community in the city.
  
  Nathan Phillips Square
Lead photo by
Hector Vasquez