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15 things to do in Toronto this weekend

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Things to do in Toronto this weekend include everything from markets to festivals and more, so get ready for a packed itinerary. First things first: Toronto International Film Festival is fully underway, so you want to make sure to snag tickets to your favourite premieres and get in a celebrity sighting or two while you're in the city.

As the summer winds down, you can see the last of the season's outdoor festivals taking place around town — Safarini Street Festival, Smoke-A-Palooza 2025, and Asialicious Carnival, just to name a few. And for anyone who wants to shop outdoors at vendor markets, the Kensington Flea and Rosedale Artisan Market are a must-see. There's all this, and so much more! 

Of course, you can always check out last week's roundup for any overlapping events, and a full calendar of things to do in the city is available for you as well. Happy weekend!  

  • Top Picks
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    About the Event
    Location
    • Toronto International Film Festival 2025
      September 4-14
      Toronto International Film Festival 2025
      It's that time of year again. The Toronto International Film Festival is officially underway, and if you're a movie buff, you'll want to make sure you catch the big premieres and all the celebrities in town. Stars like Angeline Jolie and Channing Tatum are set to return to the red carpet this year, as they bring their projects to premiere at this much-awaited film festival.
      Multiple Venues
    • Trinbago Toronto Festival
      September 5-7
      Trinbago Toronto Festival
      This three-day festival is about to take over Nathan Phillips Square with a celebration of all things Trinidad and Tobago. Join in on the cultural fun and indulge in ethnic foods, music, performances, and so much more. Entry is free, and there's something here to do for everyone.
      Nathan Phillips Square
    • Cabbagetown Festival 2025
      September 6-7
      Cabbagetown Festival 2025
      The 46th Cabbagetown Festival is back this year, and it's promising everything people always look out for: food trucks, top-notch music, fantastic street performers, and so much more. It's a two-day-long event that features over 250 vendors for you to shop from and take home a piece of Toronto's "longest running street festival."
      Parliament St. and Carlton St. Toronto, ON
    • Smoke-A-Palooza 2025
      September 6
      Smoke-A-Palooza 2025
      Calling all poutine lovers, Smoke-A-Palooza has returned. Head on over to Sankofa Square for your fix of free poutine, unlimited entertainment, and all the party vibes you can think of. And if that's not enough, the Smoke’s Poutinerie World Poutine Eating Championship is back by popular demand. It's an event that you want to be there for!
      Sankofa Square
  • Concerts
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  • Events you might want to check out
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • Park Party in Summerlea Park
      September 6
      Park Party in Summerlea Park
      The summer's most popular park party is back. Summerlea Park is hosting the Park Party, where attendees get to enjoy dancing, live music, art activities, food, and more, all for free. It's an afternoon meant to commemorate local creatives and everyone's love for art.
      Summerlea Park
    • Safarini Street Festival 2025
      September 6-7
      Safarini Street Festival 2025
      Celebrate Ethiopian culture and take part in a first-of-its-kind event at the Safarini Street Festival. Experience East-African culture, food, and the journey that has shaped this community here in Canada, at a two-day spectacle meant for everyone to enjoy.
      Danforth Avenue
  • Festivals
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • Asialicious Carnival 2025
      September 5-7
      Asialicious Carnival 2025
      Asialicious Carnival 2025 is all about celebrating Asian culture. Be part of this extravaganza as they pull all the stops to bring you a classic Toronto festival — think live performances, cultural cuisine, and more.
      Woodside Square
    • Taste of The Kingsway 2025
      September 5-7
      Taste of The Kingsway 2025
      Here comes South Etobicoke’s largest street festival, and it's promising to be entertaining and appetizing. So what's on the docket? Globally-inspired food vendors, curated entertainment, and activities for everyone to enjoy. This event brings everyone together, taking over Bloor Street West right before summer officially comes to an end.
      Bloor Street West between Montgomery Rd and Prince Edward Dr
    • The World Food and Cultural Festival 2025
      September 5-7
      The World Food and Cultural Festival 2025
      Here's a space where people from all around the world can bond over entertainment, food, and their general love for cultures. The World Food and Cultural Festival brings workshops, fashion showcases, and so much more in a fun and interactive experience that spans over the course of three days. It's free for everyone to attend and is a great way to connect with the community.
      Christie Pits Park
  • Ongoing events
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • Kensington Flea
      May 10 - October 26
      Kensington Flea
      There's still time to check out the Kensington Flea before they wrap up next month. Head on over for an outdoor escapade of shopping fun and support local vendors. You'll find everything from vintage goods to up-and-coming designers featuring their work. There's something here for everyone, that's for sure.
      Kensington Flea
    • Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place
      June 7 - September 28
      Yoga in Trillium Park at Ontario Place
      Bring your yoga mat, some hydration, and an intention to practice to Yoga in Trillium Park's free yoga classes. These classes take place on Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Each class gives you something new to try, and is led by powerful instructors who will help you calm both the mind and body.
      Trillium Park
    • Cultural Bazaar 2025
      June 13 - September 5
      Cultural Bazaar 2025
      This is the last Friday to enjoy the Cultural Bazaar and the rich experience it has to offer. It's the perfect way to bring people from all walks of life together — through food, music, and vendor markets — and you get to win a raffle ticket each time you make a purchase. Go and check it out this week as the bazaar wraps up for 2025.
      Big Park in Regent Park
  • Markets and pop-ups
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