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Our picks for parties and nightlife stuff to do over the Toronto Carnival Weekend
Enjoy and Party Responsibly :)
August 4th – COLORS – J’OUVERT NIGHT by SOSFEST
Colors is the ultimate immersive color and water J’ouvert experience during the Toronto Carnival Weekend. This event boasts an incredible lineup of superstar artists and bands, top international DJs, and an unmatched production that promises to be a spectacle like no other!
Featured artists include PATRICE ROBERTS + VOICE + NESSA PREPPY + IWER GEORGE + FATHER PHILIS + YUNG BREDDA + & MORE SURPRISE GUEST ARTISTS!
Get ready to be drenched in colors at Markham Fairgrounds while vibing to the best Caribbean sounds at this Jourvert all evening!
This event is part of 3-day SOSFEST series of events on the Toronto Carnival weekend. You can grab a weekend pass here.
Where: Markham Fairgrounds, 10801 Mccowan Rd, Markham, Ontario, Canada
When: August 4th, 6:00 pm – 12:00 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Featured Acts: Patrice Roberts, Voice, Nessa Preppy, Iwer George, Father Philis, and Yung Bredda
Event Type: Concert/Jouvert/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 4th – Dancehall Karaoke Caribana Edition by Uncle Deroy
Ever wondered what happens when you fuse dancehall and karaoke? Come find out at this thrilling event.
Join Uncle Delroy for a fun night of good music, vibes & singing in this ultimate dancehall karaoke experience with a lively Toronto crowd.
Come as you are, and get ready to free up yurself and sing your favorite Dancehall tunes ranging from club bangers to lovely throwbacks. There will also be Hip Hop, RnB, and Afrobeats tunes.
Nuh watch nuh face; kick back and enjoy your life.
Where: El Mocambo, 464 Spadina Avenue #462 Toronto, ON M5T 2G8
When: August 4th, 9:00 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
August 4th – Soca Vs DanceHall by SafeHouse
Brought to you by SafeHouse, this friendly versus battle pits Soca enthusiasts against Dancehall lovers for an electrifying and entertaining event filled with soca and dancehall tunes with good vibes
Repping Team Dancehall is international and renowned DJ – Heavy D Chromatic & MC Quacey Dan, and on the side of the Soca Team is Brandan Duke & Bassline of D’Enforcas. This event also features a special guest MC and DJ Killa Kels, celebrating Caribbean music and culture in Toronto.
Where: Phoenix Concert Theatre, 410 Sherbourne St, Toronto, ON M5X 1K2
When: August 4th, 10:00 pm – 2:00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 4th – DUTTY BANA (The Day Party) by Elite Media Group
Presented by Elite Media Group, DUTTY BANA brings all the ladies, good vibes, and music to this fun day party in Mississauga.
Where: 1325 Eglinton Ave E, Mississauga, ON L4W 4L9
When: August 4th, 3:00 pm – 10.00 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals
Event Type: Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 4th-OFFICIAL JAB JAB J’OUVERT 2023 – Toronto Caribana Caribbean Carnival
Jab Jab J’ouvert is Canada’s Biggest J’ouvert Event featuring electrifying music, live performances by International Caribbean Artists and DJs, and vibrant colors at the iconic Jab Jab J’Ouvert. Get ready to dance the night away with friends and family, and immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of the Caribbean.
Where: Markham Meadows, 8100 Steeles Ave East Markham, ON l6b1a8
When: August 4th, 3:00 pm – 12:00 am
Featured Acts: Problem Child, Wuss Ways, Tallpree, Skinny Banton, Mr. Legs, Motto
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Jouvert/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 4th -Reggae VS Soca: ILLUMINATE | Caribana Friday by Toronto Caribana Carnival
Toronto Caribana Carnival presents a unique and illuminated experience in Pickering on Caribana Friday. This annual outdoor glow and pool-party event features international and local DJs and notable guest artists JADEL and RAE. Glow sticks are provided upon entry.
Where: Aquario Beach Club, 949 Dillingham Rd, Pickering, Ontario, Canada
When: August 4th, 10:00 pm – 3:00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Glow Party/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 4th – I ❤️️ SOCA Boat Cruise | Caribana Friday by Toronto Caribana Carnival
Toronto Caribana Carnival presents an electric night boat cruise fete celebrating Caribbean culture aboard the magnificent Jubilee Queen. Music, good vibes, food, and bottle service will be available. Boarding starts at 9:00 pm, the boat departs at 10:00 pm, and docks at 2:00 am.
Where: Jubilee Queen Cruises, 539 Queens Quay West, Old Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
When: August 4th, 9:00 pm – 2:00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Boat Cruise/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 4th – FOAM FETE by CarnivalTOEvents
Hosted by CarnivalTOEvents, this foam party features carnival music, good vibes, and more in the elegant – Rogue Kitchen & Bar,
Where: 35 Brunel Road, Mississauga, Ontario
When: August 3rd, 10:00 pm – 4:00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Foam Party/Fete/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 4th – Lavish ~ Shipwrecked by DJ Oshawn
Hosted by International DJ Oshawn, this all-white event brings the best Afro and Caribbean vibes to Toronto.
This event features the hottest Toronto DJs, good vibes, and more! This event takes place at the lavish Aquario Beach Club,
Where: Aquario Beach Club, 949 Dillingham Rd, Pickering, Ontario, Canada
When: August 4th, 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 4th – PURE BACCHANAL DAY CRUISE by Higher Image
Hosted by Higher Image, This energetic day boat-cruise party features live entertainment, music, and more! Boarding starts at 1:00 pm
Where: The River Gambler, 176 Cherry Street, Ontario, Canada
When: August 4th, 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Boat Cruise
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 4th – Delirium Epic Cruise by Higher Image
Hosted by Higher Image, This energetic day boat-cruise party features live entertainment, music, and more! Boarding starts at 12:30 pm
Where: Stella Borealis, 176, Cherry Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
When: August 4th, 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Boat Cruise
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 4th – High Noon: The Ultimate Day Cruise by Higher Image
Higher Image presents an ultimate day cruise with good energy, vibes, and music. This event features food, music, and more!
Boarding starts at 12:00 pm
Where: Stella Borealis, 176, Cherry Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
When: August 4th, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Boat Cruise
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 4th – BIG FETE by Dr Jay
Brought to you by Dr Jay, this event features an International DJ lineup and Artists. Quench your thirst for Fete in this Soca and Calypso event.
Where: Diamonds Billiards and Lounge, 2200 Brock Rd, Pickering, ON L1V 2P8
When: August 4th, 10:00 pm – 3:00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
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