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Sandeep Panesar
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15 things to do in Toronto this week

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Sandeep Panesar
Posted 9 months ago
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Things to do in Toronto this week run the gamut of fun activities, from concerts featuring stars like Katy Perry and Linkin Park to a taco festival with more than 250 varieties of the food, a free movie night under the stars (that will also serve free popcorn), and much more! 

Take a look at our full events page to find more upcoming happenings to add to your summer calendar, and also our list of things to do on the Monday, August 4 Civic Holiday specifically.

  • Top Picks
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • 2025 JerkFest Toronto
      August 8-10
      2025 JerkFest Toronto
      If you're looking for an island experience right here in Toronto, then you're in luck! Come and tease your tastebuds with all of the jerk food you could ever want, plus cooking demos and contests.
      Centennial Park
    • Taco Fest Toronto 2025
      August 8-10
      Taco Fest Toronto 2025
      Taco Fest is back in Toronto for a three-day food fiesta. Get ready to sample margaritas, churros, and more than 250 types of tacos from local chefs, which you can then vote on.
      Fort York National Historic Site
    • Free Outdoor Movie Night
      August 8
      Free Outdoor Movie Night
      Come and soak in one of the city's summer movie nights under the stars — this one comes with free popcorn! This week's feature is Inside Out 2 (2024). Don't forget your blanket!
      Santa Chiara Parkette - Anne Marie D'Amico Square
    • Toronto Chinatown Festival
      August 9-10
      Toronto Chinatown Festival
      The Chinatown portion of Toronto's Spadina Ave. will be lit up with a slew of vendors, along with all types of performances and yummy Asian street food.
      Multiple Venues
  • Concerts
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
  • Events you might want to check out
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • CultureShock
      August 7-9
      CultureShock
      CultureShock is coming to an end, and now is your chance to bid it farewell. The organizers have set up three phenomenal days of film, food, art, dance and live music to entertain the city and mark the end of an era. The final edition of this festival commemorates its legacy and will encourage attendees to continue to make space for communities that matter in the city.
      Multiple Venues
    • Moss Park Summer Festival 2025
      August 9
      Moss Park Summer Festival 2025
      Advertised "the biggest community celebration of the summer," the Moss Park Summer Festival will offer a ton of outdoor fun. Expect to dance, play, listen to live music, take part in raffles, snap a pic in the photo booth, and celebrate the neighbourhood.
      Green Space
    • SummerWorks Performance Festival
      August 7-17
      SummerWorks Performance Festival
      This is the inaugural week of the SummerWorks Performance Festival, which is returning to the city with a stellar lineup of bold performances and experiences. This week kicks off 11 days of theatre, dance, music, and live art.
      Multiple Venues
    • Union Summer - Social Dance Night: Salsa Dance Lesson with Santiago Moa
      August 7
      Union Summer - Social Dance Night: Salsa Dance Lesson with Santiago Moa
      If some salsa in the open air sounds like an ideal evening, then this one is for you! Union Summer – presented by TD is wrapping up its final weeks, including with this dance class from Santiago Moa. And, you can stop by the pop-up patio for local food and drinks after for all of the summery vibes.
      Union Station
  • Festivals
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
  • Ongoing events
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • Casa Loma Summer Series 2025
      June 2 - September 2
      Casa Loma Summer Series 2025
      Head on over to Casa Loma's Summer Series where you're guaranteed to be entertained with sunset concerts that vary by day, from rock symphony to orchestra, all w beautiful views of the city, the gardens, and the gorgeous castle to add to the ambience.
      Casa Loma
    • Dancing on the Square
      July 23 - August 27
      Dancing on the Square
      Now is your chance to get up and groove! Toronto’s favourite outdoor dance event is fully underway, and you're invited to join in on the fun every Wednesday! This is your time to grab a dance partner and move by the waterside, the perfect way to get in some steps while enjoying some fresh air, too.
      Harbourfront Centre
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