10 things to do in Toronto this weekend
Things to do in Toronto this weekend include listening to smooth jazz, getting your dance on at a Latin American festival, and doing some shopping at an Asian market.
Here's our roundup of things to do in Toronto this weekend. For more ideas, check out our previous roundup for the week, and be sure to head over to our events section for complete listings.
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Events you might want to check out
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August 18Jam out to indie tunes by Indigenous rock band Status/Non-Status, explore intriguing art installations, and treat yourself to some food from local vendors at this event at Ontario Place.Trillium Park
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August 18Groove to the beat of smooth jazz tunes as Hollywood icon and pianist Jeff Goldblum and his band, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, take over the Danforth Music Hall stage.
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August 19Shop from over 30 small businesses, strike your best pose at a photo booth, or dance to live music and a hip-hop DJ showcase at this festival celebrating small and local businesses.
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August 19Learn a new dance style, watch in awe as seasoned dancers perform stunning movies, or munch on some authentic Latin food like tacos and empanadas as this festival brings the heat to The Bentway.The Bentway
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August 19Head over to the Scotiabank Arena for a night of hip-hop as icon L.L. Cool J brings the house down during his The F.O.R.C.E. live tour.Scotiabank Arena
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August 19Latin American singer and viral Tiktok sensation Peso Pluma is stopping at Toronto's Budweiser Stage as part of his Doble P tour, featuring special guest Aleman.Budweiser Stage
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August 19-20Make your way to Little Manila and visit Canada's longest-running Filipino festival for a day of traditional Filipino eats, cultural performances, and tons of carnival games, followed by a fun street party.Wilson Avenue and Bathurst Street in North York
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August 19-20Slurp back some delicious dumplings, buy a few souvenirs at the many shops along Spadina, or watch thrilling kung fu performances as you walk around Toronto's iconic Chinatown neighbourhood.Multiple Venues
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August 19-20Learn a new skill at a dance lesson, watch a colourful cultural parade, snack on yummy Caribbean cuisine or test your moves at a dance competition at this east-end festival filled with Afro-Caribbean culture.Thomson Memorial Park
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August 20Crack open a cold one and prepare to rock out and sing along to your favourite songs by Grammy Award-winning band The National as part of their tour for their next album, "First Two Pages of Frankenstein."Budweiser Stage
Lead photo byvia Chinatown BIA
Lead photo byvia Chinatown BIA
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