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Here is our round-up for things to do in the Toronto Area this weekend
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September 3rd to 13th – CarribeanTales International Film Festival
The CaribbeanTales International Film Festival (CTFF) returns for its 20th anniversary edition, featuring 49 films that celebrate the depth, diversity, and resilience of Caribbean storytelling. The in-person events will take place at CTFF’s The Hub, located at 837 Dundas St W.
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Where: Various Locations in Toronto
When: September 3rd to 13th. View the full schedule here
Admission: Priced and Free
September 4th to 14th – Toronto International Film Festival
The Toronto International Film Festival returns for its 50th festival, celebrating the best of Canadian and global cinema, special events, and talks with stars, plus TIFF’s Industry Conference.
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Where: Various Locations in Toronto
When: September 4th to 14th
Admission: Priced and Free
September 4th and 5th – Morgan Wallen: I’m The Problem Tour
Country Musician Morgan Wallen performs in Toronto this Summer.
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Where: Rogers Centre, Toronto
When: September 4th and 5th, 4:30 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $292. Grab your tickets here
September 4th to 7th – TIFF Festival Street
TIFF’s Festival Street returns for its tenth year, transforming King Street West into a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly space for film lovers from September 4th to 7th. The four-day celebration offers free entertainment, immersive activities, and a lively mix of food, drinks, art, and culture. New this year, an outdoor dining activation will feature additional seating and lighting by the Food Market.
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Where: King Street West
When: September 4th to 7th
Admission: Free
September 5th – Sizzla: Live in Concert
Jamaican Reggae Artist Sizzla performs in Toronto this Summer.
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Where: REBEL, 11 Polson Street
When: September 5th, 10:30 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $53. Grab your tickets here
September 5th – Giggs
British Rapper Giggs performs in Toronto this weekend.
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Where: The Mod Club, Toronto
When: September 5th, 7:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $47. Grab your tickets here
September 5th and 6th – Toronto Cha Raja Fest
Toronto Cha Raja Fest is a cultural celebration of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. This joyful community celebration is packed with vibrant performances, delicious food, and spiritual vibes!
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Where: Mel Lastman Square, Toronto
When: September 5th and 6th
- September 5th, 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- September 6th, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Admission: Free
September 5th to 7th –Taste of The Kingsway 2025
South Etobicoke’s largest street festival, Taste of The Kingsway, returns, taking over Bloor Street West. There will be plenty of food, live performances, a beverage garden, a dog show, and numerous fun activities.
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Where: Bloor Street West between Montgomery Rd and Prince Edward Dr, Toronto
When: September 5th to 7th
- September 5th, 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- September 6th, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
- September 7th, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Admission: Free
September 5th to 7th – ASIALICIOUS CARNIVAL 2025
Asialicious Carnival is a 3-day weekend celebration of Asian culture through food and fun-filled activities.
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Where: Woodside Square, Toronto
When: September 5th to 7th
- September 5th, 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
- September 6th, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
- September 7th, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Admission: Free
September 5th to 7th – Trinbago Toronto 2025
Toronto’s Largest Trinidad & Tobago Food and Music Festival returns with Trinidad and Tobago cuisine, more epic cultural performances on stage, and special booths from various sponsors and partners, including Visit Trinidad and Visit Tobago—with a chance to win a trip to Trinidad and Tobago and other great prizes!
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Where: Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto
When: September 5th to 7th
- September 5th, 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm
- September 6th, 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- September 7th, 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Admission: Free
September 6th – Bank with Neutrogena®: Collagen Bank® Pop-Up Experience
Neutrogena hosts a one-day pop-up in downtown Toronto. Guests will get to
- Enter The Collagen Bank® Vault and discover your skin’s most abundant protein
- Protect your PIN and play for a chance to win a full-sized Collagen Bank® product
- Strengthen your collagen portfolio with skinvestment advice from a local dermatologist
- Cash out with complimentary collagen-enriched refreshments by Drink Juice Co.
- Take lots of Instagrammable pictures, and Meet the like-minded community.
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Where: 938 Queen St W, Toronto
When: September 6th, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Admission: Free
September 6th – Vegandale Toronto 2025
Vegandale is North America’s Largest Vegan Festival, providing a full day filled with unforgettable music, mouthwatering food, and mind-bending art installations—all set against the vibrant backdrop of Toronto’s Beach.
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Where: Woodbine Park, Toronto
When: September 6th, 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $17. Grab your tickets here
September 6th –SMOKE-A-PALOOZA
Presented by Smoke’s Poutinerie, Smoke-A-Palooza takes over the Sankofa Square with 12 straight hours of ENTERTAINMENT!!!
There will be lots of food, activations, stunts, the return of the legendary Smoke’s Poutinerie World Poutine Eating Championship (WPEC), and we plan to party all night with a wicked lineup of LIVE 80s Rock Tribute Bands!!!
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Where: Sankofa Square, Toronto
When: September 6th, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Admission: Free
September 6th – Hard Feelings Mental Health Pop-Up Market
Hard Feelings Mental Health hosts its 7th annual Mental Health Pop-Up Market in the heart of The Village. Attendees can expect over 15 vendors selling a variety of goods, including wellness products, art, and food.
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Where: Hard Feelings Mental Health, 353 Church Street, Toronto
When: September 6th, 12:00 pm –5:00 pm
Admission: Free
September 6th and 7th – Cabbagetown Festival
Toronto’s longest-running street festival, Cabbagetown Festival, makes its return to Toronto on September 6th and 7th to Parliament Street (from Gerrard to Wellesley) and Carlton Street (from Parliament to Seaton), with more food, music, shops, performers, and family-friendly fun than ever!
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Where: Parliament Street (Gerrard St. to Wellesley St.) and Carlton Street (Parliament St. to Seaton St.)
When: September 6th and 7th
- September 6th, 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- September 7th, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Admission: Free
September 6th and 7th – 30th Annual Tim Hortons GWN Dragon Boat Challenge
The Tim Hortons GWN Dragon Boat Challenge is a premier event that lets crews finish the year with a bang—two exhilarating days of racing in the heart of downtown Toronto. The festival grounds offer a wide range of activities for both participants and spectators.
Families can enjoy hands-on fun in the Kids Zone, while the Main Stage will keep the energy high with live music and entertainment throughout the weekend. The Health and Wellness Zone features vendors offering products and services to support a healthy lifestyle. And when it’s time to unwind, the Beer Garden—located right at the finish line and beside the main entertainment area—will be the perfect spot to celebrate.
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Where: Marilyn Bell Park, 851 Lake Shore Boulevard West, Toronto
When: September 6th and 7th, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Admission: Free
September 6th and 7th – Toronto Jamaica Day
This September, the Greater Toronto Area will come alive with the infectious energy at Toronto Jamaica Day, a 2-day vibrant celebration of Jamaican food, heritage, and culture at the Brampton Sports Park.
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Where: Brampton Sports Park, 7575 Kennedy Road South
When: September 6th and 7th, 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $40. Grab your tickets here
September 7th –Maha Onam 2025
Maha Onam is a free, family-friendly event that brings the vibrant spirit of Kerala to Toronto with cultural showcases, traditional music, dance, and delicious South Indian cuisine. Enjoy performances, a variety of vendors, and attractions for all ages, offering traditional foods, crafts, and merchandise. The festival, known as Onam, is a traditional harvest celebration from Kerala, filled with joy, cultural performances, and grand feasts.
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Where: Sankofa Square, Toronto
When: September 7th, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Admission: Free
September 7th – The Cake Bash + Market
Soft Dough Co. celebrates its 5th anniversary with a one-day pop-up, bringing together people for a fun day of cake, community, shopping, and entertainment. There will be giveaways, prizes, a photo booth, and plenty of baked goods.
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Where: Stackt Market, 28 Bathurst St, Toronto
When: September 7th, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Admission: Free
As always, you can keep up with all the fun happenings in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area on efosa.