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Here’s your guide to what’s on this weekend in the Toronto Area.
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Runs till September 7th – Canadian National Exhibition
The Canadian National Exhibition returns to Exhibition Place with midway rides, food, concerts, shopping, games, performances, exhibits, and classic end-of-summer fair experiences. The CNE is one of Canada’s largest annual fairs.
Where: Exhibition Place, Toronto
When: August 21st to September 7th,
Admission: Ticketed
(Largest Canadian Fair)
September 2nd and 3rd – Elevation Rhythm – Washed Tour
Elevation Rhythm brings the Washed Tour to Toronto for two nights of contemporary worship music, energetic performances, and fan-favourite songs.
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Where: HISTORY
When: September 2nd and 3rd, 6:00 pm
Admission: Ticketed. Grab your tickets here
(Concert)
September 4th – Mohsen Namjoo
Iranian singer-songwriter Mohsen Namjoo brings his distinctive blend of Persian musical traditions, contemporary sounds, and poetic storytelling to Toronto.
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Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre
When: September 4th, 7:30 pm
Admission: Ticketed. Grab your tickets here
(Concert)
September 4th to 6th – Orangeville Fall Fair
Orangeville Fall Fair returns for a weekend of agricultural displays, family-friendly activities, entertainment, food, and classic fall fair traditions.
Where: Orangeville Fairgrounds, 247090 5th Sideroad, Mono
When: September 4th to 6th,
Admission: Ticketed. Grab your tickets here
(Agricultural Fair)
September 4th to 6th – Toronto Dragon Festival
Toronto Dragon Festival returns to Nathan Phillips Square with cultural performances, dragon-themed programming, vendors, food, music, and family-friendly activities celebrating Chinese culture and community.
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Where: Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto
When: September 4th to 6th,
- September 4th, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- September 5th, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- September 6th, 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Admission: Free
(Cultural Festival)
September 4th to 6th – T.U. Jazz Fest
T.U. Jazz Fest returns to Mel Lastman Square with live jazz performances, emerging artists, community programming, workshops, and free outdoor concerts. The festival highlights the next generation of jazz talent.
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Where: Mel Lastman Square, Toronto
When: September 4th to 6th,
- September 4th, 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- September 5th, 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- September 6th, 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Admission: Free
(Jazz Festival)
September 4th to 7th – Toronto International BuskerFest
Toronto International BuskerFest brings street performers, acrobats, comedians, musicians, circus artists, and family-friendly entertainment to Woodbine Park for a lively end-of-summer festival.
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Where: Woodbine Park, Toronto
When: September 4th to 7th,
- September 4th, 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- September 5th, 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- September 6th, 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- September 7th, 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Admission: Ticketed. Grab your tickets here
(BuskerFest)
September 4th to 7th – Bark In The Park TO
Bark In The Park TO brings dog lovers together for a pet-friendly weekend featuring activities, vendors, entertainment, and experiences for dogs and their owners.
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Where: Woodbine Park, Toronto
When: September 4th to 7th,
- September 4th, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- September 5th, 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- September 6th, 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- September 7th, 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Admission: Ticketed. Grab your tickets here
(Doggie Event)
September 4th to 7th – Canada’s Largest Ribfest
Canada’s Largest Ribfest returns to Burlington with barbecue, live entertainment, food vendors, and a lively waterfront festival atmosphere.
Where: Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington
When: September 4th to 7th,
- September 4th, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- September 5th, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- September 6th, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- September 7th, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Admission: Ticketed. Grab your tickets here
(Food Festival)
September 4th to 7th – Navrang Navratri Festival
Navrang Navratri Festival celebrates the season with music, dance, cultural performances, traditional festivities, and community programming in Mississauga.
Where: International Centre, Hall 5, Mississauga
When: September 4th to 7th,
Admission: Ticketed
(Cultural Festival)
Sept 5th – Canadian Opera Company Open House – Free Public Event
The Canadian Opera Company opens its doors for a free public event featuring an inside look at opera, live programming, and opportunities to explore the Four Seasons Centre.
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Where: Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen St W, Toronto
When: September 5th, 3:00 pm
Admission: Free
(Parade)
September 5th – Pitbull & Lil Jon
Pitbull and Lil Jon bring their party anthems, chart-topping hits, and high-energy performances to Toronto.
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Where: RBC Amphitheatre
When: September 5th, 8:00 pm
Admission: Ticketed. Grab your tickets here
(Concert)
September 5th – RÜFÜS DU SOL North America 2026
Australian electronic trio RÜFÜS DU SOL delivers an immersive live experience featuring atmospheric sounds, stunning visuals, and fan-favourite tracks.
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Where: Rogers Centre
When: September 5th, 7:30 pm
Admission: Ticketed. Grab your tickets here
(Concert)
September 5th – ANIRUDH XV TOUR: Live in Toronto
Indian composer and performer Anirudh Ravichander brings his XV Tour to Toronto for a high-energy concert featuring music from across his celebrated career.
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Where: Scotiabank Arena
When: September 5th, 6:30 pm
Admission: Ticketed. Grab your tickets here
(Concert)
September 5th to 7th – Canadian International Air Show
The Canadian International Air Show returns to Toronto’s waterfront with aerial performances, flight demonstrations, military aircraft, and high-flying entertainment over Lake Ontario.
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Where: Marilyn Bell Park, Toronto
When: September 5th to 7th, 12:00 pm – 3:40 pm
Admission: Ticketed
(Air Show)
September 6th – Gordo Presents: Taraka with Francis Mercier in Toronto
A major electronic music experience is coming to Toronto this September, headlined by internationally acclaimed DJs and producers GORDO and Francis Mercier.
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Where: Port Lands, Toronto
When: September 6th, 2:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Admission: Ticketed. Prices start at $113. Grab your tickets here
(Concert)
September 7th – Toronto Labour Day Parade
Toronto’s Labour Day Parade brings workers, unions, families, and community groups together for the city’s annual celebration of the labour movement.
Where: Queen St. W. at University Ave to CNE grounds, Toronto
When: September 7th, 11:00 am
Admission: Free
(Parade)
September 7th – BABYMETAL World Tour 2026
Japanese metal sensation BABYMETAL brings their unique fusion of metal, pop, and choreography to Toronto.
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Where: RBC Amphitheatre
When: September 7th, 7:20 pm
Admission: Ticketed. Grab your tickets here
(Concert)
As always, you can keep up with all the fun happenings in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area on efosa.
