SOUND OF MUSIC FESTIVAL
Read moreKicking off the summer season for over 40 years, Sound of Music (SOM) presents a series of performances on and around the Burlington waterfront , including Spencer Smith Park, with Lake Ontario as the backdrop. All styles of music are represented: an exceptional mix and free (you can pay to be at the front of the stage or to have a "VIP" seat). Several other activities are organized in parallel to the festival, including a parade and a family zone. In short, there is something for everyone.
TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Clearly one of the most eagerly awaited meetings in the 7th art industry, ...Read more
IMAGINE NATIVE FILM + MEDIA ARTS FESTIVAL
Aboriginal storytelling takes center stage here with programming including ...Read more
TORONTO'S FESTIVAL OF BEER
Read moreA festive summer tradition, this beer event attracts thousands of festival-goers to Exhibition Place each year. More than 400 different beers from over 60 breweries and microbreweries are on tap for three days, including many local nectars. Gourmet booths are also present, not to mention the music stars who perform live (Ice Cube is one of the headliners in 2023).
ELECTRIC ISLAND
An event entirely dedicated to electro music during the summer season, in ...Read more
TORONTO COMICON
Like any big city, Toronto has its Comicon, which attracts thousands of pop ...Read more
NEW YEAR'S EVE AT NATHAN PHILLIPS SQUARE
If you want to celebrate New Year's Eve properly, come to Nathan Phillips ...Read more
RHUBARB FESTIVAL
The Buddies in Bad Times Theatre hosts this unique festival dedicated to ...Read more
VELD MUSIC FESTIVAL
Read moreThe year 2023 marks the 10th anniversary of this massive music festival. Held in the Downsview neighborhood in the north of the city, it hosts the biggest names in the electronic and hip-hop scene. More than 50 artists will take to the stage on three stages for three days of incredible music and visual effects in an over-the-top atmosphere. Note that the festival is open to people 16 years and older, but you must be 19 years old to consume alcohol and/or to buy a VIP ticket.
HONDA INDY TORONTO
As part of Formula Indy, Toronto hosts a weekend of urban racing at ...Read more
TORONTO FRINGE FESTIVAL
Read moreThe Toronto Fringe is part of the Fringe Movement, an international network of independent theaters. Its mission is to support marginalized and under-represented voices. With nearly 100 companies from around the world presenting their plays, you'll see a wide variety of performances. Be sure to choose your evening. The festival lasts about 10 days and many performances are free or available for a nominal fee (usually less than $15 CAN). Another event is the Next Stage Theatre Festival in October.
TD TORONTO JAZZ FESTIVAL
Read moreJazz in all its forms takes over dozens of different venues over the course of ten days (venues, bars, restaurants, hotels, etc.), not to mention the free outdoor stages in the beautiful Yorkville neighborhood (near the Bay subway station). Every year, the biggest jazz celebrities come to the festival, as well as more than 1,500 musicians and about half a million festivalgoers. A major event, in a festive atmosphere much appreciated by Torontonians and visitors alike.
TORONTO CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL
Color, rhythm and tropical music for almost a month in the GTA. The huge ...Read more
CANADIAN NATIONAL EXHIBITION
It's Toronto's annual mega carnival! There are so many activities that a ...Read more
WINTERLICIOUS
A gourmet festival bringing together more than 200 restaurants in the ...Read more
NATIONAL BANK OPEN
If you want to see the best of the ATP World Tour and WTA professional ...Read more
PRIDE TORONTO
A month of activities celebrating pride and diversity, culminating in Pride ...Read more
NUIT BLANCHE TORONTO
Great event bringing together art installations and events all over the ...Read more
THE WORD ON THE STREET
Read moreInternational literary festival for book lovers. Held in the spring, this event now takes place on Queen's Park Crescent between Bloor and Wellesley streets. More than a hundred authors are present and six stages are scattered on the festival site, including a stage reserved for French literature. Many activities of all kinds are organized and a special program is planned to entertain the youngest. This festival is also held in other Canadian cities.