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With summer around the corner, we have collated a comprehensive list of fun Summer and Fall Festivals/Events in Ontario – 2023 happening in Ontario during the summer and fall seasons that you should check out.
Of course, we have included the links to the applications for vendors, so businesses, vendors, artisans, performers, and other interested parties can apply.
As you know, the event dates are subject to change by the event hosts! Long list ahead. Sit tight!
Alvinston
Alvinston Pro Rodeo (June 16th – 18th)
Broncs, Bulls, Cowboys, Cowgirls + Dust! The 4th Annual Alvinston Pro Rodeo is back, featuring fun rodeo events including but not limited to Bareback Bronc Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Bull Riding, and more! Come watch and support your favorite cowboys and cowgirls competing for the top prize.
Location: 3310 Walnut Street Brooke-Alvinston, ON N0N 1A0
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Paid. View prices and grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Send an email to info@alvinstonprorodeo.com
Amherstburg
Amherstburg Open Air Weekends (June 2nd – September 3rd)
Amherstburg Open Air Weekends is a series of events during the summer in Amherstburg—every Friday to Sunday from June through September.
There will be events featuring live entertainment, yoga in the park, night markets, vendors, games and more games, kids’ activities, and more!
Location: Amherstburg
Event Times: View the event schedule and information
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Belleville
Belleville Waterfront & Multicultural Festival (July 6th- 9th)
Belleville Waterfront & Multicultural Festival brings communities around the province to celebrate different cultures. There will be live music, activities, and lots of fun stuff to do. More details to be added.
Blue Mountain
Blue Mountain Film Festival (June 1st -4th)
Blue Mountain Film Festival (BMFF) presents and features inspiring films over four days, including award-winning stories from around the globe and breakthrough Canadian films. Along with exceptional films and an industry creative forum, the festival goes beyond great cinema with events, parties, and outdoor activities.
Location: Various
Admission: Paid, Purchase your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Send an email to volunteer@bluemtnfilmfest.ca;
Sea Otter Canada Bike Festival and Bike Expo (June 16th – 18th)
Sea Otter Canada Bike Festival is a celebration of all things cycling. It’s a festival for anybody who enjoys or appreciates the bike, regardless of age or skill level.
The Sea Otter Canada Bike Festival’s Industry Expo features dozens of the top brands in the cycling industry, showing off the latest gear, clothing, accessories, services, and bikes.
Location: The Village Conference Centre, 242 Jozo Weider Blvd, The Blue Mountains, ON
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Interested in being a vendor? Send an email to info@seaottercanada.com
TD Salsa At Blue Mountain (June 23rd- 25th)
TD Salsa At Blue Mountain celebrates Latin culture featuring Latino music, dance, visual arts, food, and culture with salsa dance parties, art exhibitions, and FREE dance lessons.
Location: Blue Mountain Village
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Bradford
Carrot Fest (August 18th and 19th)
Carrot Fest is an event that brings people together in Downtown Bradford and its surrounding communities. This event features entertainment, vendors selling unique products and finds, delicious food, and more!
Location: Downtown Bradford
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Brampton
World of Jazz Festival (September 9th – 10th)
Founded by B-Jazzed, the World of Jazz Festival is an annual signature event in Downtown Brampton that hosts over 100 musicians. More details to be added
Location: Various
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Vendor application
Call for vendors and musical artists, view the requirements, and apply here
Burlington
Sound of Music Festival (June 15th – 18th)
Burlington’s most significant summer music event in Canada, the Sound of Music Festival, features new and emerging artists, local and international talent, past favorites, and some of today’s most popular performers. This festival features live music, a parade, dances, shopping, and many fun activities.
Location: Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington, ON L7S 1Y2
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Collingwood
Collingwood Art Crawl (September 13th)
Hosted by Butter Gallery and the Town of Collingwood, The Collingwood Art Crawl is an annual free, self-guided art & music tour in the heart of downtown Collingwood.
Location: Various
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Creemore
Turas Mór (May 13th)
Turas Mór is an annual highly-anticipated bike event in Creemore! Inspired by the Gaelic roots, the bike event features and welcomes all riders around Ontario to the rolling hills for this fun event. Due to high-demand, bike registrations are now sold out!
Come join the community like-minded individuals at the brewery to enjoy some cold beer, delicious lunch, live music, and quality time.
Location: Various
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Copper Kettle Festival (August 26th)
Copper Kettle Festival is a celebration of the brewery, beer, and community in Downtown Creemore. There will be lots of beer, live music, great food, a car show, a farmers’ market, brewery tours, drinks, and lots of fun activities to do
Location: Creemore, Ontario
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Dresden
Dresden Summer Night Market (July 22nd)
Dresden Summer Night Market welcomes people from around Ontario to historic Downtown Dresden for a full day of shopping, food, music, entertainment, pop-up bars, fun activities, and more!
Location: Downtown Dresden
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Send an email to 519eventsandpromotions@gmail.com
Dufferin County
Hereward Farms Lavender Festival (August 12)
Organized by Hereward Farms, the Hereward Farms Lavender Festival features local artisans and vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and more!
Location: Hereward Farms, 141051 Belwood Road, Grand Valley, ON L9W 7K5
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application:
Call for vendors. Apply
Elmira
Robin on the Hood Medieval Festival (June 2nd and 3rd)
The Robin in the Hood Medieval Festival is an annual family-friendly event in Elmira, Ontario. This event transforms Gibson Park into 12th-century Nottingham, England. Audiences of all ages are dazzled by knights in battle, jesters, musicians, and archery. Numerous merchants line vendor’s row selling jewelry, leather goods, armor, toys, and other period novelties, while actors portraying the people of Nottingham entice visitors to play games, watch shows or keep an eye out for Robin Hood and the Sheriff.
Location: Gibson Park, Elmira.
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Tickets will be sold at the gates for cash only.
Elora
RiverFest Elora (August 18th – 20th)
Riverfest Elora is an entire and fun weekend of music, arts, food, and culture in the beautiful village of Elora. The event features musical acts worldwide, fun activities, and much more!
Location: Bissell Park, Elora
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Gananoque
1000 Islands Family Ribfest
If you love ribs, this is the place to be! The Ribfest is held over the Canada Day long weekend in the Town Hall Park in the heart of Gananoque, the gateway to the world-famous 1000 Islands. This popular event attracts thousands of visitors, who come to enjoy live musical performances, fun activities, and great food!
Location: Gananoque & TLTI Recreation Centre – 600 King Street, East
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Howe Island Rockin the Rock (June 22nd)
Howe Island is a contemporary music festival featuring live bands, entertainers, creative art displays, vendors, and restaurants selling delicious food, food trucks, fun activities, and more.
Location: Picketts Ln, Frontenac Islands, ON K7G 2V6
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Goderich
Goderich Celtic Roots Festival(August 11th – 13th)
The Goderich Celtic Roots Festival is an annual celebration of the music, craft, and culture of the seven Celtic nations and immigrants with historical roots in Huron County. This festival offers fresh local food, high-quality craft artisans, art demonstrations, over 60 hours of live music, fun activities, and more!
Location: Various
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Gravenhurst
Tall Pines Music and Arts Festival (June 16th- 17th)
Taking place against the stunning backdrop of Lake Muskoka, Tall Pines Music and Arts Festival features Canada’s brightest and most-celebrated musical acts and live bands in a 2-day fun-filled outdoor festival. There will be live music, after-parties, food trucks, a local vendor village, fun activities, and more.
Location: The Muskoka Wharf
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Gravenhurst Car Show (June 17th)
The Gravenhurst Car Show attracts hundreds of people from all over Ontario and beyond to share in the love of cars. The vehicles run the gamut of makes and models, stretching back nearly a century of automotive history.
Location: Gull Lake Rotary Park.
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Guelph
The Guelph & District Multicultural Festival (June 9th-11th)
The Guelph & District Multicultural Festival offers Guelph and surrounding communities an affordable and accessible multi-faceted cultural experience
Location: Riverside Park, Guelph,
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for food vendors. Apply here
Call for craft vendors. Apply here
Call for cultural performers. Apply here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Halton Hills
Leathertown Festival (August 13)
The Leathertown Festival is about friends, family, food, and FUN!
Leathertown Festival is one of the biggest events in Halton Hills. Enjoy a good time with community members and visitors alike. There will be artisans and vendors selling goods, great food from local businesses, live performances, music, fun activities for people of all ages, and lots more!
Location: Mill St E., Downtown Acton.
Event Times: 11:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Hamilton
Because Beer (June 14th – 15th)
Because beer is a celebration of Beer in Hamilton, this 2-day event features an award-winning selection of Ontario’s finest craft breweries and cideries!
Location: Hamilton’s Pier 4 Park
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid; grab your tickets here
FrancoFest (June 16th-18th)
FrancoFest is an annual Francophone arts and culture festival providing three days of arts and community celebration.
Location: Gage Park Hamilton, 1000 Main St E, Hamilton, ON L8M 1N2
Admission: Free
Interested in volunteering? Apply
SuperCrawl (Sept 8th – 10th)
SuperCrawl is Hamilton’s premier music and arts festival, fusing new and independent music with art installations, fashion, performance, literature, theatre, and artisanal craft. This event showcases musical acts, entertainers, arts, and artworks from various disciplines. There will be vendors selling their unique finds, food, and lots of fun stuff to do.
Location: Downtown Hamilton
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Interested in Volunteering, Apply here
It’s Your Festival(July 1st-3rd)
It’s Your Festival celebrates and promotes ethnic awareness and diverse cultural heritage throughout Canada. There will be food, activities, performances, and more!
Location: Gage Park Hamilton, 1000 Main St E, Hamilton, ON L8M 1N2
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Dundas Cactus Festival(August 18th – 20th)
Dundas Cactus Festival is a 3-day festival filled with fun activities for all ages. This festival has art-based activities, fun train rides, pony rides, multicultural dance shows (local and professional), book readings, and educational and interactive entertainment. There will also be performing artists and many vendors to meet and shop from.
Location: 130 King Street West Dundas, ON
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Innisfil
Gussapolooza Festival (Sept 15th – 17th)
Gussapolooza Festival is a 3-day fun event that showcases over 50 bands on three unique sets and stages. This event showcases incredible musical live performances, a fully functional campground, comedy shows, artists, buskers, food, crafts, educational workshops, and many more fun activities.
Location: 4635 15 Line, Cookstown, ON L0L 1L0
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Kincardine
Kincardine Scottish Festival & Highland Games (July 7th – 9th)
For over 20 years, the Kincardine Scottish Festival & Highland Games brings thousands of visitors from all over North America to the beautiful lakeside town of Kincardine to celebrate all things Scottish. This 3-day festival features live music, exciting competitions, cultural workshops, fun activities, and more.
Location: 310 Durham Market North, Kincardine, ON N2Z 1Z9
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
London
Cielito Lindo Festival (June 16th)
Cielito Lindo is a yearly folk festival dedicated to celebrating Mexican Culture.
For the second year running, Cielito Lindo Festival will take place in London, Ontario. This year will feature folklore dancers from Colombia, Argentina, and Mexico giving thrilling and unforgettable performances. Participating bands will include Rumbale desde Cali – Colombia, Pasión Gaucha desde – Argentina, The Mexicans Folk Ballet – Mexico, and Mexico Folk Ballet – Queretaro, Mexico. There will be live performances, food and lots of fun activities to do.
Location: Wolf Performance Hall, 251 Dundas St, London
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Send an email to info@culturx.ca
London Children’s Festival (June 16th – 18th)
London Children’s Festival is filled with free children’s activities that include: crafts, rides, games, and interactive activities.
Location: Victoria Park, 580 Clarence St, London, ON N6A 3G1
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
London Food Fest (June 23rd- 25th)
London Food Fest is a celebration of all things food in London. At this festival, there will be live performances, drinks, many vendors to shop from, and good food!
Location: Victoria Park, 580 Clarence St, London, ON N6A 3G1
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
SunFest (July 6th – 9th)
SunFest brings the communities in London and people from around the province to celebrate this fun-filled festival. There will be live music, dance, cuisines, crafts, visual arts, fun activities, and more!
Location: Victoria Park, London
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. send an email to vendor@sunfest.on.ca
Call for musical artists and performers, send an email to info@sunfest.on.ca
Home County Music & Art Festival (July 14th- 16th)
Home County Music and Art Festival is one of London’s premier festivals. This event celebrates music, art, and food in downtown London’s beautiful Victoria Park. It also features Canada’s best roots, traditional, and indie folk/pop acts.
Location: Victoria Park, London
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Interested in volunteering, Apply here
South Asian Cultural Festival (July 15th- 16th)
Presented by The Cultural Gully, The first-ever South Asian Cultural Festival comes to London, Ontario, this summer. This fun-filled festival features live performances from dancers and singers and music, great food, games, fun activities, vendors, and lots more. A beer garden is also available for people to relax and try their favorite beers and beverages.
Location: Dundas between Talbot St. and Ridout St.
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Interested in volunteering, Apply here.
London RibFest (August 3rd- 7th)
All things ribs, All things good food, London RibFest is a celebration of ribs in London. This festival features an array of ribs for your tasting, fun exhibits, rides, and more.
Location: Victoria Park, 580 Clarence St, London, ON N6A 3G1
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Latin Community Festival (August 11th – 13th)
Presented by Culturx, Latin Community Festival brings together people to enjoy delicious food from different countries, amazing artists performing various acts, live music and entertainment, games, contests, and much more!
Location: Dundas Place Block #1 (Next to Budweiser Gardens), Downtown London
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Lucknow
Lucknow’s Music in the Fields (August 24th- 26th)
Lucknow’s Music in the Fields is an annual music event in Lucknow. This event features renowned musical acts from North America
Location: Graceland Festival Grounds, 577 Walter Street, Lucknow, N0G 2H0
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid; grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Markham
Unionville Festival (June 3rd – 4th)
This two-day festival brings people and communities in Markham to showcase terrific local bands and diverse cultural entertainment and celebrate the local community. Vendors will sell their products; live music, fun activities, and more will be available.
Location: 197 Main St Unionville, Unionville, ON L3R 2G8
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Markham Village Music Festival (June 16th- 17th)
This two-day festival brings people and communities in Markham to showcase terrific local bands and diverse cultural entertainment and celebrate the local community. Vendors will sell their products; live music, fun activities, and more will be available.
Location: Markham Village Music Festival, 132 Robinson Street, Markham, L3P 5H5
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Call for artists, apply
Interested in volunteering, Apply here
Markham Fair (Sept 28th- Oct 1st)
Rides! Contests! Fun!
Markham Fair is one of the oldest fairs in the country, bringing in approximately 60,000 attendees annually. This fun-packed event features rides, contests, exhibitors, contests and lots of fun activities
Location: North East corner of McCowan Road and Elgin Mills Road (10801 McCowan Road)
Milton
For the Love of Fathers and Food Trucks (June 18)
Organized by the For the Love of Markets, For the Love of Father and Food Trucks brings together the local Milton community and visitors together to celebrate the special fathers in their lives with delicious food and beverages, live music, marketplace goodies, and activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Location: Milton Fair Grounds, 136 Robert Street, Milton
Event Times: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Hoops and Harvest Festival (October 13th – 15th)
Organized by the For the Love of Markets, Hoops & Harvest Festival brings together members of the Milton community and visitors to vibe with live entertainment, delicious food, fun activities and beverages, and local vendors to shop from.
Location: Area 8 (5437 Steeles Ave W, Milton, ON L9T 2Y1)
Event Times: View event times and schedule here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Experience Ontario (August 5th)
Organized by Akwaba Cultural Exchange, Experience Ontario celebrates the rich cultural heritage and vibrant tourism industry in Ontario. This festival is a unique opportunity for local and visitors to immerse themselves in the sights, sounds, and tastes of Ontario and to explore the beauty and diversity of our province. At Experience Ontario, you will have the opportunity to engage with local artisans and cultural performers, taste local cuisine, participate in sports and outdoor activities, and learn about our province’s history and traditions. The festival is designed to showcase the best of Ontario and to provide a fun and memorable experience for all.
Location: Milton Community Park, 805, Santa Maria Blvd, Milton, ON.
Event Times: 11:00 am- 9:00 pm
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for artist and vendors. Please contact Jean at: akwaba.exchange@yahoo.ca
Milton African Multi-Cultural Festival (August 12th)
The Milton African and Multicultural Festival is an annual celebration of the richness and diversity of African cultures and other cultures from around the world. We celebrate the differences that make us a unique and vibrant community.
Location: Milton Community Park, 805, Santa Maria Blvd, Milton, ON
Event Times: 10:00 am- 9:00 pm
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Send an email to vendorcoordinatormamf@admin-mamf
Interested in volunteering, Apply here
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Mississauga
Carassauga Festival (May 26th- 28th)
Carassauga Festival is one of the largest multicultural festivals in Canada. This 3-day brings people together in Mississauga to celebrate food, music, art, dance, history, and performances. This festival features diverse cultural performances, including dance, music, fashion shows, plays, artistic showcases, and much more!
Location: Various
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid; grab your tickets here
Mississauga Creative Craft Beer Festival (June 16th- 17th)
The Mississauga Creative Craft Beer Festival will deliver three jam-packed sessions featuring 20+ craft breweries and food vendors, large format games, and the best local food and live music. This festival is dedicated to the craft, small-scale breweries, the arts, heritage, and community.
Location: 1352 Lakeshore Rd. E. Mississauga ON L5E1E9
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid, Coming Soon
Vendor application
Mississauga Italfest (August 11th- 12th)
Mississauga Italfest is Mississauga’s premier Italian festival. Italfest takes place annually in August and is a free event celebrating Italian heritage, music, and art right in the city’s heart at Celebration Square. There will be food, entertainment, performances featuring Italo-Canadian performers and talent, fun competitions and activities, and lots more!
Location: Mississauga Celebration Square
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Send an email to vendormgmt@mississaugaitalfest.com
Interested in volunteering? Send an email to info@mississaugaitalfest.com
Mount Forest
Mount Forest Fireworks Festival (July 13th – 16th)
What is not to love about the Mount Forest Fireworks Festival?
This 4-day packed event features a demolition derby, a fireworks display mini-show, car shows, farmers markets, helicopter rides, mascot races, and lots more fun stuff to do. There will also be live music, beers, delicious food, and more fireworks!!
Location: Various
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid; grab your tickets here
Interested in Volunteering? Apply
Muskoka
Huntsville Art Crawl (June 1)
The Huntsville Art Crawl is a free self-guided art tour in and around downtown Huntsville, Muskoka. Throughout June, visitors will create their own free art crawl experience by touring local businesses, galleries & studios which feature exhibits, demos & interactive experiences by local artists. In 2021, the event welcomed 1,680 visitors, included 36 artists and 26 businesses, and generated $10,575 in sales.
Location: Various
Event Times: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Orangeville
Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival (June 2nd – 4th)
Orangeville Blues and Jazz Festival brings all blues and jazz lovers together in Downtown Orangeville. This highly anticipated event will feature over 70 musical acts on three stages, with several bands performing on Broadway and Mill Street; there will also be food, fun activities, music workshops, and more!
Location: Alexandra Park, Orangeville
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Orilla
The Mariposa Folk Festival (July 8th – 10th)
The Mariposa Folk Festival is one of Canada’s largest annual musical events. This 3-day festival is a family-friendly celebration of song, story, dance, and craft in the rural setting of Tudhope Park. This event features some of the most renowned artists on the North American and international scenes and emerging artists. There will be live music, food, fun activities, and more!
Location: Tudhope Park
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Oshawa
Peony Festival (June 10th – 11th)
Join the communities in Oshawa for their 19th Annual Peony Festival; This fun-filled event features a flower show, markets, and an artisans vendor zone for vendors selling unique finds, food trucks, music performances, arts, photography contests, kids activities, and more!
Location: Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens, 155 Arena St., Oshawa
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Ottawa
Ottawa Children’s Festival (May 11th – 14th)
Since 1985, the Ottawa Children’s Festival de la jeunesse (OCF) has hosted an annual celebration of the best in live performing arts for children. The festival focuses on enriching school curriculum and promoting the arts as an integral part of children’s education; strives to present work that excites and challenges audiences of all ages; and prides itself on developing and producing award-winning programming that comes from across Canada and around the world. Schools, community groups, caregivers, and families of children of all ages are the festival’s target audience.
Location: Various
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
The Canadian Tulip Festival (May 12th – 22nd)
The Canadian Tulip Legacy is a nationally registered charity that commemorates the sacrifice of over 7500 Canadian soldiers in the liberation of the Netherlands while celebrating the only royal personage ever born on Canadian soil, Her Royal Highness Princess Margriet, and the resulting gift of tulips from the grateful Dutch to all Canadians.
Location: Commissioners Park, Preston Street and, Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa, ON K1S 4N7
Event Times: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Admission: Free
Vendor application:
Call for exhibitors. Apply
Festival Franco-Ontarien(June 16th- 18th)
Festival Franco-Ontarien celebrates francophone culture through concerts, and entertainment in the nation’s capital. There will also be a cultural path guiding attendees through the downtown core to the park.
Location: Major’s Hill Park, Mackenzie Ave, Ottawa, ON K1N 1G8
Event Times: View event information here
Admission
Tickets are on sale (Grab your tickets here) for the shows on June 16 and 17. The day of June 18, 2023, is free for all.
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival(June 22nd – 25th)
Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival is a free multi-day summer festival on the Rideau River that features racing, concerts, family fun, delicious food, children’s activities, exhibitors, and more. This event attracts thousands of visitors each year.
Location: Mooney’s Bay Park, Ottawa
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Ottawa Jazz Festival (June 23rd – 30th)
The Ottawa Jazz Festival programming has been a trailblazer in the complexities and explorations of Jazz for over 40 years. One of the biggest festivals in Ottawa, the Ottawa Jazz Festival celebrates all genres of music, especially Jazz, in this week-long festival. There will be fun activities and lots of stuff to do.
Location: Various
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Interested in volunteering, Apply here
Escapade Music Festival (June 23rd – 25th)
Escapade Music Festival electrifies the City of Ottawa in this 3-day festival featuring the biggest artists in the world celebrating electronic music.
Location: Lansdowne Park, Ottawa
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Sold Out. Join the waitlist here
RBC BLUESFEST (July 6th – 16th)
It is big. It’s bright and fun!
RBC Bluesfest is one of the biggest musical events in the nation; this features renowned acts and artists from around the world. This event area features intimate performances at the SiriusXM Stage, Ferris wheel rides, carnival games, fun activities, and lots more!
Location: Lebreton Flats, Ottawa
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid; grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Capital Pride Festival (August 19th – 27th)
Capital Pride Festival celebrates the 2SLGBTQ+ community in the nation’s capital. There are performers, parades, pageants, and a street festival.
Location: Various
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application:
Call for vendors, TBA.
Call for performers, apply
Latin Sparks Festival Ottawa (September 9)
Latin Sparks Festival celebrates Latin American music and culture in Ottawa. This festival features live music and performances, food, dance lessons, fun activities, and much more!
Location: LeBreton Flats, Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway, Ottawa, ON K1R 1C2
Event Times: View the event schedule and information
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Send an email to volunteer@latinsparks.ca
Metcalfe Fair (September 28th- Oct 1st)
One of Ontario’s premier agricultural exhibitions, Metcalfe Fair, brings people together from around the province in this fun agrarian event. This event features livestock and horse shows, a 4-H regional championship show, agricultural education, a demolition derby, and much more!
Location: 2821 8th Line Rd, Metcalfe, ON K0A 2P0, Canada
Paisley
Paisley Blues Festival (June 2nd – 4th)
Paisley Blues Festival brings calming and rhyming ballads to Paisley; This 3-day festival features renowned blues musical acts providing the very entertainment, an artisan fair with vendors selling unique finds, canoe races, delicious food, fun activities, and more!
Location: Paisley Curling Club, 391 Queen St, Paisley, ON.
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Admission to the Live Music and Artisan Fair is by Donation, with all proceeds going to the Paisley Splash Pad Committee. View the information here
Paris
Paris Fair (August 31st – Sept 4th)
Discover the excitement of the Paris Fair in rural Ontario! This Labor Day weekend, August 31st to September 4th, immerse yourself in our region’s rich culture and agricultural heritage. Enjoy thrilling rides, live entertainment, delicious food, and captivating exhibits. Create unforgettable memories with family and friends at this must-see event. There will be a variety of contests, livestock exhibits, demo derby, midway rides, live entertainment, and so much more!
Location: 139 Silver St., Paris, ON
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Pelham
Summer Chill Series (June 8th)
Summer Chill Series is a series of events that highlights Pelham’s local establishments, culture, and community through various events. Summer Chill Series runs every Thursday from June 8th – September 21st in Peace Park, Pelham. This event features culinary and farmers markets, live music and performances, challenges, fun activities, and lots more!
Location: Peace Park, Pelham
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Pelham SummerFest (July 13th – 16th)
This four-day festival event features music & entertainment for all ages, children’s activities, retail & food vendors, arts, and crafts, a wine garden, a beer pavilion, and Sunday morning breakfast in Peace Park. This festival brings residents, visitors, friends, and neighbors together to explore the FontHill community and celebrate! There will be a Farmers’ Market, a Street Festival with entertainment on the main stage on Pelham Street, outdoor patios, vendors selling their unique finds, a car show, and more!
Location: Downtown, Fonthill, Pelham.
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Closed
Call for performers, apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill’s Ribfest (July 21st – 23rd)
Richmond Hill’s Ribfest is a celebration of all things ribs in Richmond Hill. This event features all the tastiest ribs! And a variety of food offerings that are sure to please any palate. More details to be added.
Location: Richmond Green Park
Admission: Free
Strathroy
Strathroy Hometown Festival (June 16th – 18th)
The Strathroy Hometown Festival has been a staple in the Strathroy Community for over 40 years. This 3-day festival will feature a car show, rides and more rides, vendor markets, fun activities, and more!
Location: Alexandra Park, Strathroy
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Call for unique event food vendors. Apply here
Interested in volunteering, Apply here
Sudbury
Northern Lights Folk Festival (July 6th – 9th)
Organized by NLFB, Northern Lights Folk Festival is Canada’s longest continually running outdoor music festival. This event provides emerging artists valuable exposure and career development opportunities while presenting highly acclaimed artists and keeping the region on the map for acclaimed touring acts.
Location: Bell Park, Sudbury
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Interested in volunteering, Apply here
Timmins
Timmins Multicultural Festival (May 28th)
Timmins Multicultural Festival is a multicultural celebration of families, friends, fun, and food in the town of Milton; this fun-filled festival showcases and celebrates cultural diversity in Milton and its surrounding communities.
Location: 85 McIntyre Rd, Timmins, ON P4N 8R8
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Interested in volunteering? Send an email to timminsmultisociety@outlook.com
Toronto
Jane’s Walk (May 5th – 7th)
Jane’s Walk is an annual festival of free, community-led walking conversations inspired by Jane Jacobs. Now present in dozens of countries and hundreds of cities globally. Jane’s Walk Festival encourages people to lead their walks about their neighborhoods, discover unseen aspects of their communities, and use walking to connect with their neighbors.
Location: Various
Event Times: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Admission: Free
SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival (May 29th – June 4th)
SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival is Canada’s premier acappella festival. This festival features ten full days of outstanding acapella concerts featuring professional and upcoming singers.
Location: The Concert Hall, 888 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4W 2J2
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid; grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
DesiFest (May 31st – June 3rd)
DesiFest celebrates the rich cultural heritage of South Asia in this 3-day event rounding up with a festival on June 3. Join them for a musical extravaganza that has brought communities together since 2006.
Location: Multiple Venues
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
MOTIVE Crime & Mystery Festival (June 2nd – June 4th)
The Toronto International Festival of Authors will spotlight crime and mystery writing at Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre. This three-day weekend festival will celebrate writers from Canada and across the world.
From cozy crime to police procedural, psychological thriller to true crime, these page-turning genres have created some of the world’s best storytellers, much loved by readers everywhere. In addition to being widely accessible, these stories offer varied perspectives on the world around us and keenly explore contemporary social issues through a captivating narrative.
Location: Harbourfront Centre
Event Times: View event information here
Luminato Festival (June 7th – 18th)
Luminato Festival Toronto is an international arts festival that showcases big, bold contemporary works of art that cut across traditional artistic boundaries of music, dance, theatre, and visual art. There will be thousands of works on display from various artists across disciplines.
Location: Various
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid; grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Send an email to volunteer@luminato.com
Do West Fest (June 9th – 11th)
Do West Fest is a celebration of music, arts, food, fun, and community along Dundas Street West- from Shaw Street to Lansdowne Avenue, covering 16 blocks in downtown Toronto
Location: Multiple Venues
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application:
Call for vendors. Apply
Call for artists, apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Lakeshore Village Grilled Cheese Challenge (June 10)
Hosted by the Lakeshore Village BIA, the Lakeshore Village Grilled Cheese Challenge Festival challenges local culinary by the Lakeshore Village BIA, the Lakeshore Village Grilled Cheese Challenge Festival challenges local culinary enthusiasts to create one-of-a-kind grilled cheese sandwiches stage all day, excellent restaurants to try out within the community, vendors, and artisans selling their unique products, kids activities and more!
Location: On Lake Shore Blvd W from Islington Ave to Second St
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application:
Call for vendors, artisans, and exhibitors. Apply here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
NXNE (June 13th- 17th)
NXNE is Canada’s most important discovery music festival, presenting thousands of essential emerging artists from across Canada and worldwide. During the summer, NXNE works with various Toronto venues to showcase top emerging Canadian and international acts. All music fans are welcome! There will be performances, lounges, panels, parties, band merch, and more.
Location: Various
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? apply
Taste of Little Italy (June 16th- 18th)
Taste of Little Italy is an annual three-day food festival by the Little Italy BIA. Enjoy live music on multiple street corners and the main stage, extended patios, multicultural vendors, amazing food, carnival rides, and a learn-to-skate park.
Location: 622 College Street, Toronto, ON M6G 1B4
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Taco Fest (June 16th – June 18th )
Prepare for three action-packed days brimming with mouth-watering tacos, freshly-prepared churros, refreshing margaritas, and Taco Fest’s famous tequila and mezcal bar. The always sold-out culinary spectacle features over 150 types of tacos, spanning from classic corn tortilla delights to inventive, unique masterpieces designed by Toronto’s boldest chefs and finest Mexican restaurants.
This year’s Taco Fest promises to be grander than ever, offering a plethora of attractions for taco enthusiasts of all stripes: life-sized games, Canada’s largest hot sauce bar, lively mariachi bands, interactive guacamole school, exhilarating salsa dancing lessons, and DJs to keep the party going.
Location: The Grounds at Hotel X Toronto (111 Princes’ Blvd)
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for vendors, apply here
Highland Creek Heritage Festival(June 17th)
The Highland Creek Heritage Festival celebrates one of the earliest settlements in the Scarborough community with a fun-filled day of music, food, and entertainment for the whole family! Highland Creek Heritage Festival is where people gather to cultivate a sense of belonging and invest in their local community.
Location: Highland Creek Community Park, 3500 Ellesmere Rd, Scarborough, ON M1C 1H5
Event Times: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors and food trucks, and send an email to festivalhighlandcreek@gmail.com to apply.
Are you interested in volunteering? Send an email to festivalhighlandcreek@gmail.com to apply.
Toronto International Dragon Boat Festival(June 17th – 18th)
Toronto International Dragon Boat Festival showcases and promotes the tradition and sport of dragon boating; to enhance awareness of Asian and Chinese-Canadian culture. On average, over 5,000 athletes participate in the heritage dragon boat race with over 80 local artists, artisans, and heritage performers, with 200+ volunteers participating in this 2-day festival. It draws over 65,000 visitors per year to Toronto Centre Island.
Location: Toronto Islands
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Fairbank Summerfest(June 23rd – 25th)
Presented by the Fairbank Village BIA, Fairbank Summerfest is a 3-day extravaganza that includes food worldwide, entertainment, rides, and fun activities providing a modern twist to a summer carnival. Join over 20,000 people! Admission, Rides & Entertainment are FREE.
Location: Eglinton Ave W & Dufferin St, Toronto, ON M6E 2H6
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors and food trucks. Apply here
Call for performers, apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Taste of Asia(June 23rd – 25th)
Taste of Asia, Canada’s largest Asian festival, has been an annual event celebrating harmony, cuisine, and culture for the past seventeen years. It features three full days of cultural events, family-friendly attractions, and food.
Location: Kennedy & Steeles, Markham, ON L3R 0Y5
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Call for performers, apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
*TD SALSA ON ST.CLAIR(June 23rd -25th)
TD Salsa on St. Clair is Canada’s largest Latino-themed cultural celebration featuring the best Latino music, dance, visual arts, food, and culture with salsa dance parties, art exhibitions, and FREE dance lessons. The street festival is Canada’s hottest salsa party featuring an international caliber of Latin music, authentic cuisine, and a fiesta for lovers of all Latino culture.
Location: St. Clair Ave West – between Winona Rd and Christie St
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Call for performers, apply
TD Toronto Jazz Festival (June 23 – July 2)
Produced by the Toronto Downtown Jazz Society, TD Toronto Jazz Festival is a celebration of Jazz music in Toronto. This music event attracts over 500,000 loyal patrons annually over 10 days as more than 1,500 musicians entertain throughout the city.
Location: Various
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for artists, apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Port Union Waterfront Festival(June 24th)
Port Union Waterfront Festival brings together community members to celebrate with fun activities, entertainment, music, and children’s events and activities.
Location: Port Union Village Common Park, 105 Bridgend Street, Toronto, ON M9C 2Y2
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Rosé Picnic (June 24th)
The Rosé Picnic, Canada’s largest premium picnic dedicated to everyone’s favorite pink drink, returns this Summer at Hotel X Toronto. 5,000 rosé lovers will transform Hotel X Toronto’s lush grounds into a sea of pink and white, ready to celebrate summer with rosé all day. The Rosé Picnic is dedicated to breaking the stigma around women’s issues and promoting equality, equity, and diversity. To achieve this, Rosé Picnic is proud to partner with the Women’s College Hospital Foundation. The Rosé Picnic has pledged to donate $25,000 from ticket sales to the Catalyst Fund, which ensures the hospital has the critical resources needed to continue to advance its greatest priorities.
Guests will soak up the sun and enjoy rosé wines, refreshing spirits, crafted local beers, bubbling pink champagne, custom cocktails and mocktails from their complimentary break-free Rosé Picnic wine glass. Perfectly paired with rosé, guests will savor gourmet picnic fare by Chef Trevor Lui from Baobird, Chef Mark McEwan, The Food Dudes, Communal Eats, Bashy Patties, and more!
Beyond wining and dining, guests will dance the day away to some of Canada’s top DJs, watch a roaming fashion show from Revelle Shop and experience 20+ Instagramable brand activations – the perfect summer day does exist!
Location: The Grounds at Hotel X Toronto – 111 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
Event Times: 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Lavazza IncluCity Festival (June 27th – July 21st)
Organized by the IncluCity Film Festival, Lavazza IncluCity Festival is a celebration of multiculturalism and the best in international cinema. This festival features films from over 20 countries while offering a cinematic experience full of special guest appearances, stellar red carpets, and unique cocktail experiences, all under the stars in Toronto’s arts and cultural hub.
Toronto Fringe Festival (July 5th – 16th)
Toronto Fringe Festival is one of Ontario’s largest performing arts festivals. Over 12 days, the Toronto Fringe Festival features thousands of artists participating in performances including but not limited to comedy, drama, musicals, improvisation, storytelling, children’s theatre, dance, and much more.
Location: The Fringe of Toronto Theatre Festival, 100 Broadview Ave, Suite 322, Toronto, ON, M4M 3H3
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for artists. apply here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
AFROFEST(July 7th – 9th)
AFROFEST ignites the spirit of African culture in the heart of Toronto, one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world. AFROFEST seeks to share the rich and varied expressions of African music and culture in an inclusive, vibrant, positive community festival setting. Through AFROFEST, a diverse audience celebrates the abundant energy of African music to cultivate community spirit and enhance the understanding and appreciation of the people of Africa.
Location: Woodbine Park
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Are you interested in volunteering? Send an email to volunteers@musicafrica.ca to apply.
WINE FEST TORONTO(July 7th – 9th)
Wine Fest Toronto, the city’s only outdoor wine festival returns this summer! Wine Fest celebrates over 100 wines from around the world including wines from California, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Spain, Chile, New Zealand, Europe, South Africa and more! For the first time ever, Wine Fest is extended to three days with four, three-hour sessions to choose from, as guests will open their liquid passports and taste wines from regions all over the world.
All the wines available to taste at Wine Fest have been curated by Super Wine Girl, Angela Aiello, to offer Torontonians a unique chance to taste fine wines from around the world.
Location: 229 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1W2
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Buy your tickets here.
MuslimFest(July 7th – 9th)
MuslimFest is an award-winning festival celebrating Muslims in Toronto, featuring artists, games, fun activities, and more! More details to be added
Call for vendors. Apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
*Toronto Outdoor Art Fair(July 7th – 9th)
Toronto Outdoor Art Fair is Canada’s leading contemporary outdoor and online art fair. More details to be added
Location: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1
BIG on Bloor Festival(July 15th- 16th)
Organized by BIG (Bloor Improvement Group), the BIG on Bloor Festival celebrates local arts, culture, and community of its diverse communities. This vibrant summer event celebrates hundreds of culturally significant events and features, displays and exhibitions, local with concerts and art workshops, food, live music, fun activities, and lots more!
Location: Bloor Street West, between Dufferin to Lansdowne
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors, TBA
Pan American Food and Music Festival(July 22nd – July 23rd)
The Pan American Food and Music Festival is Canada’s largest annual festival celebrating the rich diversity of cuisine, music, and art in the Western Hemisphere.
Location: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5G 1P5
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application:
Call for vendors. Apply
Call for chefs. Apply here
Call for performers, apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Toronto’s Festival of Beer (July 28- 30th)
Presented by the Beer Store, the Toronto Festival of Beer bring together people from all over the world to celebrate, enjoy their favorite beer brands and celebrate in this fun festival. There will be live music, over 400 beer options, plenty of non-beer drinks, fun activities, and more!
Location: Bandshell Park, Exhibition Place, 100 Prince Edward Island Crescent, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
AlohaFest (July 29)
AlohaFest is a festival celebrating and showcasing Polynesian culture, art, and dance.
Location: Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street, Toronto
Event Times: 11:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Call for performers, apply
Taste of India (August 4th- 5th)
Taste of India is the largest Indian Food Festival in North America. This festival brings in over 10,000 + attendees and features over 100 authentic cuisines from food vendors.
Location: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen Street West
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Toronto Diversity Festival (August 7th – 8th)
Hosted by the Moksha Canada Foundation, the Toronto Diversity Festival brings together people from all communities in Toronto together to celebrate their cultural diversity with artistic performances, food, music, dance, children’s activities, vendors, local businesses, and many more activities for all ages and interests. More details to be added.
Location: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen Street West
Official Toronto Waterfront Night Market (August 11th – 13th)
The Waterfront Night Market is a multi-day summer celebration of culture and community.
Bayside Summer Saturdays (August 12th and 19th)
Organized by the For the Love of Markets, Bayside Summer Saturdays happens twice in the summer, bringing members of the Bayside community and visitors together to vibe with live entertainment, delicious food, fun activities and beverages, and local vendors to shop from.
Location: Bayside Village (261 Queens Quay E and Surrounding, Toronto)
Event Times: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
CNE – Canadian National Exhibition (August 18 – September 4)
The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is Canada’s largest annual community event and one of the top agricultural fairs in North America. Over the 18 days leading up to and including Labor Day, it is affectionately embraced as an end-of-summer ritual by more than 1.4 million visitors annually, who reflect the rich diversity of Toronto and the region. This event features entertainment, concerts, rides, exhibits, games, and more!
Location: Exhibition Place,
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application:
Call for vendors, exhibitors, and artisans. Apply here
Wheels on Danforth (August 19)
Presented by the Crossroads of the Danforth BIA, Wheels on Danforth is Toronto’s only street-judged car show. If you love wheels, this is the place to be at the summer’s end. The car show features cars of all types, including but not limited to 100’s Classics, Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Tuners, Movie Cars, Race Cars, & Exotics. There is also food, vendors selling unique products, Kid’s Zone, live performances, a pinup contest, and more!
Location: Crossroads of the Danforth BIA – Danforth Avenue and Danforth Road
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application:
Call for vendors. Apply
Interested in being a glamour girl? Apply here
Interested in participating in the car show? Apply here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Latin Sparks Festival Toronto (August 19)
Latin Sparks Festival celebrates Latin American music and culture in Toronto. This festival features live music and performances, food, dance lessons, fun activities, and much more!
Location: 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Send an email to volunteer@latinsparks.ca
Pride Toronto (August 19th – 27th)
Pride Festival is a celebration of the 2SLGBTQ+ community in Toronto. There are performers, parades, marketplaces, pageants, drag shows, and a vibrant and colorful fun festival.
Location: Various
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application:
Call for vendors, now closed
Afro Carib Fest (August 19th – 20th)
Organized by the Heritage Skills Development Centre (HSDC), Afro Carib Fest is hosting its annual event that celebrates the diversity of African and Caribbean cultures through music, arts, dance, food, and culture. This event welcomes attendees from across Canada and Internationally. There will be live music, entertainment, vendors, cultural arts and crafts, food trucks, a cultural parade, and more.
Location: 1005 Brimley Rd, Scarborough, ON M1P 3E9
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application:
Call for vendors. Apply
Call for artists, apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
The King’s Plate (August 20)
The King’s Plate is one of the most celebrated events in horse racing worldwide. This year’s edition marks the 164th running of the prestigious, $1 million-stakes race historically named in honor of the reigning monarch, which has become one of the highest-profile events in Canadian sports.
Location: 555 Rexdale Boulevard, Toronto ON
Event Times: View event information here
Fan Expo Canada (August 24th- 27th)
Fan Expo Canada is Canada’s largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event. It attracts hundreds of thousands worldwide and offers exciting family-friendly attractions, events, activities, and much more!
Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for artists, craftspersons, and exhibitors. Apply here
Interested in volunteering? apply
Toronto International Film Festival (September 7th – 17th)
It is simple, Toronto International Film Festival is the world’s biggest film festival.
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Taste of The Kingsway (September 8th- 10th)
Taste of The Kingsway is South Etobicoke’s largest street festival with a legacy of over 20 years. This street festival brings three days of non-stop entertainment, international cuisine, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. There will be live entertainment, street performers, kids’ activities, and more.
Location: 3029 Bloor St W, Etobicoke, ON M8X 1C5
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Cabbagetown Festival (Sept 9th -10th)
After a 4-year hiatus, one of Toronto’s longest-running and the most beloved street festival is back to celebrate its 44th year. The Cabbagetown Festival brings together over 50,000 locals and visitors across the GTA to enjoy a family-friendly, entertainment-packed weekend, including live music performances, fantastic food, activities for everyone, and over 150 unique vendors from the Cabbagetown area and its surroundings.
Location: Parliament Street and Carton Street, Cabbagetown, Toronto
Event Times: View event information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Call for performers, apply
Toronto Ukrainian Festival (September 15th – 17th)
Toronto Ukrainian Festival is North America’s largest Ukrainian street festival celebrating Ukrainian culture. Enjoy non-stop entertainment with Ukrainian performers from the Greater Toronto Area, Canada, the USA, and Ukraine, including dancers, vocalists, musicians, and fun activities. Shops will sell authentic Ukrainian food and beverages, beautiful crafts, and collectibles.
Location: Bloor St. West, Toronto, between Jane St. and Runnymede Rd.
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. send an email to vendor@ukrainianfestival.com
Call for artists and performers, send an email to entertainment@ukrainianfestival.com
Interested in volunteering? Apply
The Toronto Waterfront Festival (September 16th- 17th)
Quack Quack! Mama Duck is back!
Organized by Water’s Edge Festivals & Events, the Toronto Waterfront Festival is an annual summer event that provides on-land and on-water events to promote Toronto as a local and international premiere waterfront destination. This fun festival features interactive activities, live entertainment, local food trucks, and more.
Location: 7 Queens Quay East
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor applications
TBA
Interested in volunteering? Send an email to volunteers@towaterfrontfest.com
Roncesvalles Polish Festival (September 16th- 17th)
Roncesvalles Festival, One of Toronto’s largest celebrations of food, art, and Polish heritage in Roncesvalles Village! Enjoy great local and international music, including Polish folklore, Polka and Euro dance bands, entertainment from near and far on multiple stages, cuisines from restaurants, fun activities, and lots more!
Location: Bloor St. West, Toronto, between Jane St. and Runnymede Rd.
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Vendor application
Call for vendors. apply
Call for artists and performers. Apply here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
The Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) (September 21st – October 1st)
The Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) is Canada’s largest and longest-running literary festival, presented with a vision to inspire, empower and connect through the art of stories. Join us annually every fall to meet, hear and learn from the world’s leading contemporary authors.
Location: Harbourfront Centre
Event Times: View event information here
imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival (October 17th- 22nd)
The imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival is the largest Indigenous festival showcasing film, video, audio, and digital + interactive media made by Indigenous screen-content creators. Over six days, this festival showcases and presents artistic and industry programming, including Film + Video, Digital + Interactive, and Audio media work created by Indigenous Artists (Directors, Producers, Writers, and Designers) at all experience levels. The festival also presents compelling and distinctive works from Canada and around the globe, reflecting the diversity of Indigenous nations and illustrating the vitality and dynamism of Indigenous arts, perspectives, and cultures in contemporary media.
Location: TIFF Bell Lightbox
Vendor application
Call for Film + Video, Digital + Interactive, and Audio media work created by Indigenous Artists. Apply here
Interested in volunteering? apply
Hops on Water (October 14)
Presented by the Quinte West BIA, Hops on the Water is a one-day, family-friendly festival that includes a great selection of beverages from Bay of Quinte area breweries, food trucks, and savory snack vendors, live music and entertainment, and flavors of the fall harvest season. ‘
Location: More details to be added.
Tottenham
Tottenham Bluegrass Festival (June 23rd – 25th)
The Tottenham Bluegrass Festival is three days of Bluegrass Music in the Tottenham Conservation Area’s natural amphitheater by the village pond’s waters. Each year’s lineup draws popular and award-winning bands from the United States and Canada.
Location: 6787 4th Line, Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
Town of Midland
Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival (June 10th)
Sweets! Ontario’s Best Butter Tart Festival is Canada’s largest butter tart festival. This fun-filled event brings together approximately 60,000 visitors each year. This event features over 200 vendors and food trucks; all kinds of butter tarts will be available at this event. There will also be contests, entertainment, kids’ activities, and fun stuff to do!
Location: King Street and David Onley and Harbourside Parks
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Free
Wasaga
STONEBRIDGE WASAGA BEACH BLUES (September 15th – 17th)
Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues is a fall music festival that brings thousands of music fans yearly to the Wasaga Area; this international, award-winning music event hots three full days of top entertainment.
Location: 291 Main Street, Wasaga Beach ON
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid; grab your tickets here
Interested in volunteering? Apply
Windsor
FUN FEST ESSEX (July 6th – 9th)
Fun Fest Essex is a small-town festival in Windsor & Essex Country featuring food, a sip-and-shop mixer, music, entertainment, activities, and much more!
Location: Essex Fairgrounds, 60 Fairview Avenue West, Essex, Ontario N8M 2Y2
Event Times: View the event schedule and information here
Admission: Paid, Purchase your tickets here
Vendor application
Call for vendors. Apply
Call for performers, apply
Interested in volunteering? Apply
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