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Our picks for parties and nightlife stuff to do over the Toronto Carnival Weekend
Enjoy and Party Responsibly :)
August 6th – Jerk X Jollof
Jerk X Jollof and 3Kings bring all the good vibes during Caribana Weekend. There will be good Jollof, music, good vibes, and fun! This event takes place at NOMAD.
Where: 725 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1H1
When: August 6th, 10:00 pm – 3.00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals
Event Type: Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – SUNDEH
SafeHouse and Igloo Nation partners to bring the premier Caribbean party experience for Toronto Carnival Sunday! This event features international and Toronto-based DJs playing the hottest Soca, Dancehall, and Reggae jamz.
Where: Fort York Park, 100 Garrison Rd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9
When: August 6th, 3:00 pm – 9.00 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – Carnival Bliss by D’Bandit
D’Bandit brings Caribbean vibes to this Caribana Sunday Event. This event features soca music and everything else. This event is food-inclusive
Where: Enterprise 2000, 176 Cherry St, Toronto, ON
When: August 6th, 7:00 pm – 12:00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Boat Cruise/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th- ICON Carnival | Caribana Sunday Night with Tyler Lepley by Ian Andre Espinet
Brought to you by serial entrepreneur – Ian Andre Espinet, this Caribana Sunday event features celebrity host – Tyler Lepley. This event features the hottest International and Toronto-based DJs playing Soca, Dancehall, Ampiano, Afrobeats, Reggae, and more!
Where: Fifth Social Club, 225 Richmond Street West, Toronto
When: August 6th, 10:00 pm – 3:00 am
Crowd Type: Mature
Event Type: Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – The Official Hot 97 BET Caribana by Aaron CJ Hastings
The Official Hot 97/ BET Caribana 2023 Party celebrates its 22nd anniversary in style on Caribana Sunday in the spacious and renowned Toronto’s Rouge Entertainment Complex. The event’s ample rooftop lounge Sky Bar ( Rouge’s Famous Patio) serves the 2023 Hot 97 / BET incredible anniversary event, offering a beautiful skyline view, comfy couches, and exquisite bars serving your favorite drinks.
This event brings the top Hip Hop, R&B, Soca, Calypso, and Reggae DJs to perform today’s hottest tracks in urban music.
Where: Rogue Nightclub, 35 Brunel Road Mississauga, ON L4Z 3E8
When: August 6th, 9:30 pm – 3:30 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Featured Acts: JADAKISS
Event Type: Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – REVIVOR | THE DAY TIME CHUTNEY CONCERT by SOSFEST
Revivor presents the unrivaled Chutney experience and concert to Toronto on Caribana Sunday. This event features a tremendous lineup of superstar artists, bands, and top international DJs mixed with excellent production, providing an immersive musical experience.
Featured artists include RAVI B & NISHA B + TERRY GAJRAJ + YAKESH RANKARAN + KAVITA RAMKISOON + OMARDATH MARAJ + NISHARD M + TONY CUTTZ + VICADI SINGH + OMESH SINGH + NATASHA SUNDAR + VEEKASH SAHADEO + YANGKI TINY BETI + SANDESH SEWDIEN + PRINCE JP + RAUL D & MORE SURPRISE GUEST ARTISTS!
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 6th, 1:00 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Featured Acts: RAVI B & NISHA B + TERRY GAJRAJ + YAKESH RANKARAN + KAVITA RAMKISOON + OMARDATH MARAJ + NISHARD M + TONY CUTTZ + VICADI SINGH + OMESH SINGH + NATASHA SUNDAR + VEEKASH SAHADEO + YANGKI TINY BETI + SANDESH SEWDIEN + PRINCE JP + RAUL D & MORE SURPRISE GUEST ARTISTS!
Event Type: Concert/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – LEGENDS | THE THROWBACK CONCERT by SOSFEST
The ‘Throwback Concert’ brings all things old-school and rekindles the flame with classic and everlasting Caribbean jamz, from slow-whine jamz to classic soca and dancehall hits.
Come unleash your inner nostalgia with renowned musical icons performing their greatest hits. Music enthusiasts of all ages are welcome to join and reminisce about their fondest memories while enjoying a journey through different musical eras!
Featured artists include SUPER CAT + DESTRA + RUPEE + SUPER BLUE + ALISON HINDS + WAYNE WONDER + NADIA BATSON + KEVIN LYTTLE & MORE SURPRISE GUEST ARTISTS!
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 6th, 5:00 pm
Crowd Type: All ages
Featured Acts: SUPER CAT + DESTRA + RUPEE + SUPER BLUE + ALISON HINDS + WAYNE WONDER + NADIA BATSON + KEVIN LYTTLE & MORE SURPRISE GUEST ARTISTS!
Event Type: Concert/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – Soca Rave by CarnivalTOEvents
Hosted by CarnivalTOEvents, this day boat-cruise fete features live entertainment, music, and more aboard The Empress of Canada. Boarding starts at 1:30 pm, and the boat departs at 2:30 pm
Where: Empress of Canada, 11 Polson Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
When: August 6th, 1:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Boat Cruise/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – KRAVE “‘The Karnival Rave’ by SOSFESTTO
SOSFest presents a live-in-concert in the jungle. This event features international superstars Nailah Blackman, Nessa Preppy, and Motto. This event also features the hottest DJs in Toronto. This event features bottle service.
Where: JUNGLE // Resto Bar // Nightlife // Daylife, 1325, Eglinton Avenue East, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
When: August 6th, 10:00 pm – 3:00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Featured Acts: NAILAH BLACKMAN, NESSA PREPPY and MOTTO
Event Type: Concert/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – Carnival BLOCKO | Caribana Sunday Day Vibes by Toronto Caribana Carnival
Toronto Caribana Carnival presents a day party on the final day on Caribana Sunday.
Where: Empire Supper Club, 220 King Street West, Toronto
When: August 6th, 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – Carnival BLACKOUT | Caribana Sunday by Toronto Caribana Carnival
Toronto Caribana Carnival presents an all-black event on the final day of Caribana Sunday.
Where: Club Lux – Toronto’s Ultimate Nightlife Experience,
When: August 6th, 10:00 pm – 3:00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – Reggae VS Soca On The Lake | Boat Cruise | Flag Invasion | Caribana Sunday by Toronto Caribana Carnival
Toronto Caribana Carnival hosts a flag invasion boat cruise celebrating Caribbean culture aboard the magnificent Aurora Borealis. This 9th Annual Boat Cruise will feature music by Toronto and International DJs, good vibes, food, and bottle service available. Bring your flags and whistles, and represent your country!
Boarding starts at 11:00 pm, the boat departs at 11:30 pm, and docks at 2:30 am.
Where: Aurora Borealis,333 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto, Ontario
When: August 6th, 11:00 pm – 2:30 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Boat Cruise/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – Carnival Invasion | Boat Cruise | Flag Fete| by Toronto Caribana Carnival
Toronto Caribana Carnival hosts a carnival invasion boat cruise on Caribana Sunday aboard the magnificent Jubilee Queen. This 9th Annual Boat Cruise will feature music by Toronto and International DJs, good vibes, food, and bottle service available.
Boarding starts at 8:30 pm, the boat departs at 9:30 pm, and docks at 2:00 am.
Where: 539 Queens Quay West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
When: August 6th, 8:30 pm – 2:00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Boat Cruise/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – Shorts & Shades Breakfast Boatride by DJ Oshawn
Presented by International DJ Oshawn and Captain Jason Benn, Shorts, and Shades is a highly anticipated morning boat-ride event during the Carnival Weekend. This boat ride features music, breakfast and lunch, good vibes, and more on the elegant Empress of Canada. Boarding starts at 9:00 am and departs at 10:00 am.
Where: Empress of Canada, 11 Polson Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
When: August 6th, 8:00 am – 1:00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Event Type: Boat Cruise/Party
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – Supa Soca by Dr Jay
For the first time, Supa Soca takes place in Toronto! This electrifying Soca event features an all-star Soca DJ Lineup playing the best Caribbean Soca Sounds – from the biggest Soca hits today to timeless jamz. This event is a must-attend for Soca Lovers.
Where: Phoenix Concert Theatre, 410 Sherbourne Street, Toronto, Ontario
When: August 6th, 10:00 pm – 3:00 am
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – FLOAT BOAT CRUISE – The Bright Colours & Shades Boat Ride by Musical Niceness Entertainment
Where: Northern spirit 1 207 Queens Quay West Toronto, ON M5J 1A7
When: August 6th, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here
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August 6th – Carnival Is Bacchanal – Caribana Sunday (Boat Ride) by Island Vibez Promo
Cruise Control is a boat-themed party that features the best Toronto DJs bringing dancehall, soca, hip hop, afrobeats, and old-school jamz. This event takes place on the luxurious Stella Borealis.
Where: Jubilee Queen Cruises, 539 Queens Quay West Toronto, ON M5V 2G3
When: August 6th, 3:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Crowd Type: Young Professionals and Mature
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
August 6th – Moonlight All White Boat Cruise by Mr Stanfield
Mr Stanfield presents a premium all-white boat cruise on the magnificent River Gambler, This event features some of the hottest DJ in Toronto blasting fire tunes all night.
Boarding starts at 7:00 pm and departs at 8:00 pm.
Where: River Gambler, 176 Cherry st Toronto, ON M5A 1B6
When: August 6th, 7:00 pm – 12:00 am
Crowd Type: Mature
Admission: Paid. Grab your tickets here.
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