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Sandeep Panesar
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things to do toronto this week

15 things to do in Toronto this week

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Sandeep Panesar
Posted 8 months ago
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Things to do in Toronto this week include a little something for everyone.

The biggest fair in Canada, the CNE, is, of course, a must-see; the country's very own Tate McRae is performing at Scotiabank Arena while Jully Black and friends will play the stunning Casa Loma gardens, there are free movie nights, a Sankofa Day celebration, and so much more. 

As always, take a look at our full events section for more ideas and details, as well as our previous roundups for overlapping events that you may still be able to check out.

  • Top Picks
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • CNE 2025
      August 15 - September 1
      CNE 2025
      Toronto's biggest event of the summer, offering 18 days of rides, games, family attractions, performances, food and more. Join in on the fun at the CNE Bandshell, the midway, at the games' stands, or, if you have the stomach for it, maybe even try out the new Dinner in the Sky.
      Exhibition Place
    • Yorkville Murals
      August 23-24
      Yorkville Murals
      Yorkville Murals Festival returns to the city, turning Toronto's stylish neighbourhood into a weekend of bold murals, music, wellness, and cultural experiences. Highlights include five new murals, an open-air inflatable art installation, wellness programming, live DJs, and a month-long working studio at the Park Hyatt.
      Multiple Venues
    • FAN EXPO Canada 2025
      August 21-24
      FAN EXPO Canada 2025
      Fan Expo kicks off this week! Join in on the ultimate annual celebration of all things sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming and comics with celebrity panels, autograph sessions, photo ops, collectible shopping, workshops and more.
      Metro Toronto Convention Centre
  • Concerts
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
  • Events you might want to check out
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • Sankofa Day Celebration
      August 23
      Sankofa Day Celebration
      It's a celebration of Sankofa Day and the official opening of Sankofa Square with a free, full-day event honoring the African Diaspora and UNESCO’s International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade.
      Sankofa Square
    • Arts in Summerlea Park
      August 19 - September 6
      Arts in Summerlea Park
      Come check out a series of free dance, rhythm, and cultural workshops at Summerlea Park starting today. This iteration is a free arts workshop program that also allows participants to co-design a public art installation. The series will wrap up in September with a Park Party, featuring live performances, free food, and arts activities.
      Summerlea Park
    • Doggie Fest Summer Carnival
      August 23
      Doggie Fest Summer Carnival
      Roundhouse Park is set to host the city's doggos and their hoomans at this free day of dog-friendly fun with 30+ pet vendors, live entertainment, and activities for pups and their families, like agility trials, splash pads, ball pits, and more.
      Roundhouse Park
  • Festivals
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • Afro-Carib Fest 2025
      August 23-24
      Afro-Carib Fest 2025
      Here's a festival that offers a free weekend of Afro-Caribbean culture with live music, dance, food, and art. Enjoy performances from 120+ artists, shop the vendor marketplace, and savour authentic African and Caribbean dishes.
      Thomson Memorial Park
    • 2025 Toronto TAIWANfest
      August 22-24
      2025 Toronto TAIWANfest
      TAIWANfest returns to Harbourfront Centre with three days of live music from local and Taiwanese artists, history talks, exhibitions, workshops, an artist market, and more.
      Harbourfront Centre
  • Free events you don't want to miss
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
  • Markets and pop-ups
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • Fat Rice Asian Night Market
      August 23
      Fat Rice Asian Night Market
      Chef Rocheller Batuigas and the Fat Rice team bring a one-night-only South East Asian Night Market to the city, featuring flaming woks, smoky BBQs, and string-lit street vibes. Taste endless grilled, fried, sweet, and spicy dishes right here in Chinatown.
      The Depanneur
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