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15 things to do on the August Long Weekend 2025 in Toronto

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Things to do on the August long weekend include everything from the vibrant Toronto Caribbean Carnival to a delicious food truck festival, the annual Ward's Island Gala and Fire Parade, and so much more! 

Markets, music, movies — as always, Toronto has got it all.

Be sure to take a peek at our full events section for more ideas, as well as our roundups of overlapping events on the civic holiday itself and the week leading up to it — there are many you can still check out!

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  • Festivals
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    • Toronto Food Truck Festival
      August 1-4
      Toronto Food Truck Festival
      Get ready to eat your heart out at the Toronto Food Truck Festival, returning to Woodbine Park for another mouthwatering year. The park will be packed with top food trucks dishing out tasty bites, along with live entertainment, beer, crowd-favourite eating challenges and great summer vibes.
      Woodbine Park
    • 38th Annual Ward's Island Gala and Fire Parade
      July 26 - August 1
      38th Annual Ward's Island Gala and Fire Parade
      This beloved summer tradition returns for a week of creativity, community, and outdoor fun at Toronto's top summertime attraction — the islands! Take part in free, hands-on workshops in lantern-making, puppetry, costume creation, music and more. It all wraps with the 38th Annual Ward's Island Fire Parade—a glowing nighttime celebration of light, art and togetherness.
      Ward's Island
  • Concerts
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  • Sport events
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  • Markets and pop-ups
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    • The Heritage Antique Market
      August 3
      The Heritage Antique Market
      This market is an antique- and vintage-lover's dream, with 39,000 square feet of vendors under one roof (or really, multiple roofs of outdoor tents)! Dealers are coming in from Montreal, Ottawa, London, Chatham, Windsor, Port Hope, Cobourg and more for this event, so treasure hunters will not want to miss it.
      Centerpoint Mall
    • Summer Art Market
      August 2-3
      Summer Art Market
      Come browse the work of more than 20 local artisans offering ceramics, plants, jewelry and more — perfect for a gifts or treats for yourself!
      87 Wade Avenue
    • Harbourfront Farmers Market
      May 31 - September 27
      Harbourfront Farmers Market
      Head down to the Harbourfront Farmers Market (which takes place every Saturday of the summer) for a taste of Ontario's best seasonal offerings, including the freshest fruit and veggies, pasture-raised meats, homemade breads and preserves jams, and more from farmers and small-batch producers from the area.
      The Commons at Harbourfront Centre
  • Events you might want to check out
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  • Caribana events
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    • Afro Fete Caribana Afterparty
      August 2
      Afro Fete Caribana Afterparty
      Keep the fire bumping with the ultimate Afro-Caribbean fete, taking place right after the parade. Jordior, DJ Mohagony and more will be spinning all of the afrobeats, dancehall, soca and amapiano you could want!
      Nomad Night Club
    • Island Vibes Caribana Party
      August 2-3
      Island Vibes Caribana Party
      Complete your Caribana weekend on the waterfront with a sound clash featuring DJ Starting from Scratch and The Recipee, followed by the Island Vibes After Party at Bobby Bermuda's. On Sunday, enjoy Festival de l'Éclat with live Kompa and Zouk music, Creole food, dance and cultural exhibits.
      Harbourfront Centre
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