We still have plenty of summer to enjoy and here in Toronto, you have endless options when it comes to fun in the sun. The CNE is in full swing, street festivals are happening all over the city, and there’s no shortage of exciting events to put on your radar. Here are 10 of the best things to do in Toronto this weekend, so you can make these last weekends of the season count.
Canadian National Exhibition (CNE)
Let’s go to The Ex! The long-awaited return of The CNE to Toronto is finally here, with exciting new attractions, thrilling rides, live shows, exciting contests and an all-new lineup of insanely delicious food!
And you can’t miss Canada’s largest air show, which will fly through the city’s skies on the closing weekend of the carnival.
Where: Exhibition place
When: Until September 5, 2022
Smorgasburg Toronto
America’s largest weekly open-air food market, popular in cities like LA and Brooklyn, has come to town for the first time ever, complete with an ice cream alley and fully stocked SmorgasBAR.
The Toronto edition of Smorgasburg will run until September, bringing dozens of international food vendors to one place every Saturday.
Where: 7 Queen’s Quay East
When: August 27, 2022
Latin sparks
The ultimate Latin festival filled with music, food and live entertainment is coming to Toronto’s popular waterfront venue. Ontario Place will be transformed into a tropical paradise when Latin Sparks returns this August.
For one day only, on August 27, Latin Sparks will bring the heat and flavor to Ontario Place for a full day of fun in the sun. You won’t have to travel far to enjoy the rich Latin culture and all it has to offer.
When: August 27, 2022, 3:00 p.m
Where: Country of Ontario
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Pedestrian Sunday in Kensington Market
After a two-year hiatus, the Sunday street parties we know and love are officially back in Kensington Market. Pedestrian Sundays are back for the summer and will continue through the fall. On the last Sunday in August, Toronto’s quirkiest neighborhood will host a street-wide celebration of community, culture and ecology.
Where: Kensington Market
When: August 28, 2022
Sponsored Pick: Toronto Cider Festival
Cider enthusiasts, there’s a festival coming to Toronto this weekend that’s just for you. The Toronto Cider Festival returns this summer for two days of cider tasting, delicious food pairings and live music to enjoy while you sip.
Award-winning artists and DJs will provide the soundtrack as you make your way through the festival, snap photos in the photo booth, explore the interactive graffiti art show, and relax in the fire hall.
Where: Toronto Inukshuk Park, 789 Lake Shore Blvd W
When: 26-27 August 2022
Cost: Click here to view all ticket options and get $10 off with promo code CURIOCITY
Summerlicious Toronto
One of Toronto’s most popular food events is back.
According to City, this year’s Summerlicious is about supporting the “recovery and revival of Toronto’s restaurant scene” by making it easier for restaurants to participate and offer their “enchanting experiences and delectable food” to the public.
Where: View all restaurants here
When: Until August 28, 2022
Trinbago Toronto
A huge two-day festival celebrating Trinidad & Tobago is hitting Toronto this weekend. They will celebrate 60 years of independence, culture and more, of the Trinidad & Tobago diaspora in Canada.
Attendees can expect a variety of events, great food and of course music. In addition to delicious food, there will be pop-ups, prizes and giveaways of the Carnival groups.
When: August 27-28, 2022
Where: Yonge-Dundas Square
Twenty One Pilots: The Icy Tour
Twenty One Pilots are taking the stage this weekend at Scotiabank Arena. If you haven’t gotten your live music fix yet this summer, this is the perfect opportunity to sing and sing your heart out.
Where: Scotiabank Arena
When: August 27, 2022
FAN EXPO Canada
Get ready to take your fans to new heights! There are so many stars set to appear at this year’s FAN EXPO, including cast members from Foreign things, Star Trek, lord of the rings, sons of anarchy and even Harry Potter movie series.
Finn Wolfhard and Joseph Quinn will be on site interacting with fans and participating in a Q&A panel during the convention, which runs from August 25th to 28th.
When: August 25-28, 2022
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Center
Sponsored Pick: BUY ‘TIL YOU SEE FIRST JOE FRESH WAREHOUSE SALE
The perfect opportunity to freshen up your fall and back-to-school wardrobe is here – Style Democracy is hosting Joe Fresh’s first warehouse sale! Get up to 70% off thousands of items for the whole family. We’re talking tops, bottoms, accessories, pj’s and everything in between.
When: August 24-28, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: International Center – 6900 Airport Rd, Mississauga
Cost: Free admission and parking!
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