15 spring festivals you'll want to attend in Toronto this year
With the arrival of spring comes warmer weather that makes it easier to get outside and explore what Toronto has to offer.
Fortunately, the city is hosting a wide range of events — including some indoors, which are ideal on rainy days — to keep you entertained and engaged this season.
Here's a list of all the fun festivals you can check out in Toronto this spring.
Spring Equinox Market
A six-day festival celebrating the start of spring with DJ parties, yoga classes, and interactive workshops.
Where: STACKT Market, 28 Bathurst St.
When: March 17 - March 22
Island Awakening
The Waterfront BIA hosts a variety of free activities, including nature walks, live performances and arts and crafts, to welcome the new season.
Where: Algonquin Island, 18 Wyandot Ave.
When: March 21 - March 22
Toronto Spring Makers Market
A lively market that brings together local artisans, giving shoppers a chance to purchase one-of-a-kind gifts from small businesses.
Where: High Park, 1873 Bloor St. W.
When: May 15 - May 17
Luminato Festival
A nearly month-long arts festival transforming spaces across the city into immersive cultural experiences.
Where: Various locations
When: June 3 - June 28
TO Food & Drink Fest
A three-day indoor event featuring food and beverages from top chefs and local vendors.
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St. W.
When: April 17 - April 19
Hot Docs Festival
A showcase of documentaries from filmmakers around the world. 2026 films and schedule will be announced on March 24.
Where: Hot Docs Cinema, 506 Bloor St. W.
When: April 23 - May 3
Doors Open Toronto
A two-day event offering free access to more than 150 historic sites across the city, including Old City Hall and Spadina Museum.
Where: Various locations
When: May 23 - May 24
Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival
A celebration of all things maple syrup, which happens on weekends and every day during March Break.
Where: Kortright Centre for Conservation in Vaughan and Bruce's Mill Conservation Park in Stouffville
When: March 7 - April 6
Departure Festival
Formerly known as the Canadian Music Week, this revamped festival brings together leaders in art, business, and technology for a week of events and panels.
Where: Various locations
When: May 4 - May 10
Do West Fest
A three-day outdoor street festival in Toronto's Little Portugal neighbourhood featuring music, art, food and more.
Where: Dundas St. W. (between Ossington Ave. and Lansdowne Ave.)
When: June 5 - June 7
Taste of Little Italy
A street festival featuring Italian and multicultural food, plus fun carnival-style entertainment.
Where: College St. W. (between Bathurst St. and Shaw St.)
When: June 12 - June 14
SING! Toronto Vocal Arts Festival
A 12-day celebration of a cappella music featuring thousands of local and international performers.
Where: Multiple locations
When: May 20 - Jun. 1
Toronto Silent Film Festival
A curated lineup of silent films, including many celebrating milestone anniversary screenings.
Where: Revue Cinema, 400 Roncesvalles Ave.
When: April 10 - April 12
CONTACT Photography Festival
This city-wide photography and art exhibition is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026.
Where: Various locations
When: May 1 - May 31
Luminato Festival
