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things to do toronto this weekend

15 things to do in Toronto this weekend

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Things to do in Toronto this weekend include a cultural festival celebrating the city's ever-vibrant Chinatown, a night market, some of the last outdoor parties of the season, and more!

Don't forget to take a look at our previous roundup for the week and our full events section, where you can find details about everything coming up in the city.

  • Top Picks
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
  • Food Festivals
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • Taco Fest Toronto 2025
      August 8-10
      Taco Fest Toronto 2025
      A three-day culinary treat is headed Toronto's way with Taco Fest 2025! Get ready to savour all your favourite Mexican food, including an array of over 250 types of tacos. Come for the tacos and stay for the churros, margaritas, and appearances by some of the most successful Mexican chefs in the city.
      Fort York National Historic Site
    • JerkFest Toronto 2025
      August 8-10
      JerkFest Toronto 2025
      If you're craving community connection, fun contests, and scrumptious food, then you're in luck! JerkFest is where you'll get all that and more, promising all the island vibes right here in the city.
      Centennial Park
  • Events you might want to check out
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • Grange Festival 2025
      August 8
      Grange Festival 2025
      Now in its whopping 83rd year, the small but mighty Grange Festival celebrates this pocket of downtown with free outdoor games, eats, performances by local acts and more in a carnival environment, with presence from multiple community organizations.
      Grange Park
    • Play on the Runway
      August 9-10
      Play on the Runway
      The city's YZD hub (formerly the Downsview Airport lands) is turning into a 2-kilometre-long playground where you can cycle, rollerblade, skateboard and more, all alongside food trucks and live entertainment, including a demonstration from the Toronto Kite Fliers Club.
      YZD
    • Pillow Fright! - A Scary Movie Summer Party
      August 8 - September 27
      Pillow Fright! - A Scary Movie Summer Party
      Yes, it's still hot as heck out — but that doesn't mean all of you spooky season lovers can't get a head start on your favourite time of year! Watch the 2000 classic, Final Destination, at this screening, which will have "cozy, sleepover vibes" in an inclusive, non-gatekeepy space.
      Hot Docs Cinema
    • Roncy Flea: August Edition
      August 9
      Roncy Flea: August Edition
      Join in on the fun with tons of vendors and stalls for you to explore. Shop for retro furniture and kitschy crafts along with thousands of books for $3/each.
      Roncesvalles United Church
  • Concerts
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
  • Ongoing events
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • Promise Cherry Beach
      June 15 - August 31
      Promise Cherry Beach
      This legendary weekend series is known for its daytime beach parties full of non-stop electronic music. With only a few weeks left of summer, we're coming up on your last few chances to join in the fun and dance the day away into the sunset.
      Cherry Beach
    • SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place
      July 13 - September 1
      SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place
      SummerSeries in Trillium Park is wrapping up with its last few performances — this weekend, it's Wavelength Summer Thing, a two-day live music showcase of everything from indie folk to psychedelic electronica and poetic hip-hop.
      Trillium Park
    • Toronto Artisan Market
      May 11 - September 14
      Toronto Artisan Market
      Sundays just got a whole lot more wholesome with the Toronto Artisan Market. Join in and help support local Canadian artists and artisans as you shop everything from home goods and food to art, jewelry, and much more.
      Trinity Bellwoods Park
    • Cultural Bazaar 2025
      June 13 - September 5
      Cultural Bazaar 2025
      The Culture Bazaar is all about bringing together people who enjoy eclectic food, clothing, music, and more from countries around the globe. It's a great chance to shop local — plus, every purchase automatically enters you into a raffle to win a cool prize.
      Big Park in Regent Park
    • Salsa On Market Street
      June 27 - August 10
      Salsa On Market Street
      On Sunday, August 10, Old Town Toronto and the Canadian Salsa Festivals Project present a celebration of Latin culture along the pedestrianized Market Street, where you can show off your salsa and vibe to live music throughout the day!
      Market Street (Front Street E - The Esplanade)
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