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Here is our round-up for things to do in the Toronto Area this weekend
Here is our round-up for things to do in the Toronto Area this weekend
To Do Toronto
July 31st – Nelly with Ja Rule, Eve & Special Guests: Where The Party At Tour
American rapper Nelly performs at the Budweiser Stage in Toronto with special guests Ja Rule and Eve
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Where: Budweiser Stage, Toronto
When: July 31st, 7:30 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $266. Grab your tickets here
July 31st – Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (CHALLENGERS)
The Toronto Outdoor Picture Show offers an open-air film experience with magic at four home parks across Toronto: Fort York, Christie Pits, Corktown Common, and Bell Manor Park, throughout the summer season.
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This weekend, Attendees can watch CHALLENGERS at the vibrant East End Park, Corktown Common.
Synopsis
CHALLENGERS is a high-stakes drama with a pulse-pounding electronic score composed by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross that elevates the film’s humble plot from sports drama to Hitchcockian thriller. It’s as if Guadagnino, Reznor and Ross asked themselves: what if Wimbledon was a rave? Equally essential are a trio of powerhouse performances from Zendaya as Tashi Duncan, Josh O’Connor as Patrick Zweig, and Mike Faist as Art Donaldson, who form the film’s central love triangle. The plot follows the trio over a period of 13 years, from their days as students at Stanford with aspirations to be tennis’s next big stars, to adulthood when Tashi and Art are commanding brand deals and television appearances as a tennis power couple, while Patrick has been relegated to sleeping in his car and playing regional tournaments. An ace by any metric, Challengers is essential viewing.
Where: CorkTown Common, Toronto
When: July 31st, 9:00 pm (Showtime)
Admission: Free
July 31st to August 3rd – Toronto Caribbean Carnival Events
This long weekend, the Toronto Caribbean Carnival hosts a series of cultural events which culminate in the epic Grand Parade on August 2nd, the crown Jewel of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, featuring thousands of masqueraders in stunning costumes. It’s a celebration of freedom, identity, and community — a spectacular showcase that unites the world in the heart of Toronto.
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Where: Various locations in Toronto. Check out our Carnival Guide for all the details.
When: July 31st to August 3rd
Admission: Priced and Free Events
August 1st – FREEUP! Emancipation Day 2025
This Friday, August 1st, the Distillery Historic District will host a powerful and celebratory public gathering to mark the 191st anniversary of Emancipation Day in Canada. Presented by Emancipation Arts, FreeUp! is a free, family-friendly event featuring live music, performances, and conversations that honor the strength and resilience of Black communities in Canada.
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Where: Distillery Historic District, Toronto
When: August 1st, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Admission: Free
August 1st to 3rd – VELD Music Festival
The largest electronic music festival in Canada returns to Downsview Park this Summer with performances from the best electronic acts from around the world
Where: Downsview Park
When: August 1st to 3rd
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $236. Grab your tickets here
August 1st to 4th – Toronto Food Truck Festival
Toronto Food Truck Festival returns for another year at Woodbine Park with the best food trucks, eats, live entertainment, and fun activities
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Where: Woodbine Park
When: August 1st to 4th,
- August 1st, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- August 2nd, 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- August 3rd, 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- August 4th, 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
August 1st to 4th – Scarborough Ribfest 2025
Scarborough Ribfest 2025 returns for another year, providing great music, fun activities, and ribs from the finest Ribbers in Canada and the USA.
Where: Thomson Memorial Park
When: August 1st to 4th,
- August 1st, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- August 2nd, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- August 3rd, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- August 4th, 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
August 1st to 4th – Shea Moisture Fest 2025
Shea Moisture hosts SheaFest, a must-attend pop-up experience offering complimentary 1-hour hair consultations and styling sessions tailored for curls and coils. Guests will receive personalized regimen recommendations from expert stylists using both classic and new SheaMoisture products. All styling will be selected from a curated hair menu and executed by professionals from Jou Jou Hair Studio.
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Where: 28 Bathurst Street #unit 2 101 Toronto
When: August 1st to 4th,
- August 1st, 12:00 pm – 8:30 pm
- August 2nd, 10:00 am – 8:30 pm
- August 3rd, 10:00 am – 8:30 pm
- August 4th, 10:00 am – 8:30 pm
Admission: Free
August 2nd – Toronto Caribbean Carnival’s Grand Parade
The Grand Parade is the highlight of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, featuring thousands of masqueraders in stunning costumes. Tens of thousands of masqueraders in stunning, hand-crafted costumes dance through the streets, bringing the infectious energy of the Caribbean to life. With vibrant Mas Bands, pulsing rhythms, and an electric crowd, the Grand Parade is where tradition, creativity, and pure joy collide. It’s a celebration of freedom, identity, and community — a spectacular showcase that unites the world in the heart of Toronto
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Where: Exhibition Place, 100 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto
When: August 2nd, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $45. Grab your tickets here
August 2nd – BigXthaPlug: Take Care Tour (Toronto)
American rap artist BigXthaPlug performs in Toronto this summer
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Where: HISTORY, Toronto
When: August 2nd, 7:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $89. Grab your tickets here
August 2nd and 3rd – Taste of India Festival 2025
Taste of India Festival is a celebration of Indian culture, food, and music in Toronto
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Where: Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto
When: August 2nd and 3rd,
- August 2nd, 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- August 3rd, 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Admission: Free
August 2nd and 3rd – PAW Patrol Live! “A Mighty Adventure”
PAW Patrol is on a roll in PAW Patrol Live! “A Mighty Adventure” coming to Toronto
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Where: Meridian Hall, Toronto
When: August 2nd and 3rd, Various time slots are available. Schedule available here
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $46. Grab your tickets here
August 2nd and 3rd – Island Vibes
Huge Fête, Big Vibes! Soak up Caribbean soul with our weekend celebration, Island Vibes, happening on Caribana Weekend. Inspired by the many different flavors of the islands, this two-day festival celebrates the vibrant people, bold cuisine, and irresistible rhythms of the Caribbean through a unique blend of music, food, DJ battles, and cultural activities. Come and experience the magic of island life on the waterfront!
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Where: Harbourfront Centre, Toronto
When: August 2nd and 3rd,
Admission: Priced and Free
August 3rd – Ghana Fest
Ghana Fest is a celebration of Ghanaian food, culture, and traditions in Toronto. From the vibrant rhythms of traditional drumming and Afrobeats to mouthwatering Ghanaian dishes and colorful cultural displays — this is a day you won’t want to miss!
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Where: Earl Bales Park, Toronto
When: August 3rd, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Admission: Free
August 3rd – Taste of the Caribbean Food Festival
Toronto’s ultimate Caribbean food festival, Taste of the Caribbean Food Festival, returns from August 3rd to August 31st, featuring mouthwatering island eats, tropical drinks, music, and market vendors in an open-air street festival vibe.
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Where: Outside St. Lawrence Market, Front Street East
When: August 3rd to 31st, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free
As always, you can keep up with all the fun happenings in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area on efosa.
