15 things to do in Toronto this week
Events in Toronto this week are all about street festivals and dance parties.
Taste of Manila is back to celebrate the city's Filipino community, or head out to the CNE as it returns with new things to do and eat.
With so many things to do in Toronto, there's likely an event for everyone.
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Events you might want to check out
DateAbout the EventLocation-
August 16How well do you know Friends? Test your knowledge of the beloved sitcom at this themed trivia night.
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August 16-20Head to the waterfront to check out free live ballet performances, as well as dance workshops before the performances.Harbourfront Centre
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August 17Lace up your roller skates and head out to this Barbie-themed skate night, inspired by a behind-the-scenes moment from Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in the new live-action movie.SUSO Skate Co. @ CF Shops at Don Mills
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August 19Get ready to watch queens from the cast of RuPaul's Drag Race strut their stuff on stage.Meridian Hall
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August 20Throw on your best Y2K-themed bathing suit and head out to this 2000s-themed pool party that will have you splashing around to some of your favourite throwback hits.Grand Bizarre - Beach Club Restaurant
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August 20Put on your grungiest flannel and head out to this 90s-themed dance party playing all of your favourite bangers.
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August 20Comedian Jo Koy is bringing his funny persona to the city.Budweiser Stage
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August 20Do the downward dog with an adorable pup at this yoga class filled with puppies running around.Royal Canadian Legion
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August 20Get dressed in your best pink and white outfits and sip on some of the best rosé wines at this pink-themed picnic.Woodbine Park
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August 20-21Taste foods from countries all over the continent at the annual food festival that includes, food, music and dance from 41 different countries.Yonge-Dundas Square
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August 20-21The weekend festival is set to be full of music, live performances, activities, dance, local vendors, and food and drinks to celebrate Toronto's Afro-Caribbean community.Thompson Memorial Park
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August 20-21This huge Filipino street festival is held in the heart of Toronto's Little Manila neighbourhood and features the best of its traditional fare.Little Manila Bathurst and Wilson
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August 20-21The streets will be packed with thousands of people excited to be celebrating Toronto's Chinese culture.Chinatown
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August 21Head out to the heritage site that will be transformed into an indoor and outdoor music festival with live DJs spinning tracks well into the night.Evergreen Brick Works
Lead photo byJesse Milns
Lead photo byJesse Milns
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