Happy almost weekend, Toronto! Who’s ready to make the most of the next few days? TIFF is in full swing and the city is alive with plenty of other festivities. Here are 12 of the best things to do in Toronto this weekend.
TIFF Street Festival
The annual TIFF Festival Street is back! For the first four days of TIFF, Festival Street will shut down King Street for free entertainment and activations!
Festival Street will stretch along King St from Peter St to University Ave.
Running all weekend, it’s free to attend and will feature food, drinks, and art, along with free open-air screenings and activities in David Pecaut Square.
When: Friday, September 6th – Sunday, September 8th
Where: King Street from Peter Street – University Avenue
Cost: Free
Life of Pi
Based on the best-selling book by Yann Martel, Toronto is the only Canadian city that is bringing “Life of Pi” to the stage.
The Ed Mirvish Theatre production has shows all weekend, find which one works best for you here.
When: Friday, September 6th – Sunday, September 8th
Where: CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria St
Cost: $69+ per ticket
Ube Wonderland Filipino Market Toronto
The annual Filipino Night Market is happening all weekend long.
The theme for this year’s edition is “Ube Wonderland,” after one of the Philippines’ popular international ingredients.
Visitors can expect performances, music, DJ sets and a marketplace filled with ube snacks and other Filipino delicacies.
When: Friday, September 6th- Sunday, September 8th from 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: 500 Progress Ave
Cost: Free
Taste of North York
Taste of North York will take you on a culinary adventure around the world – all in one place.
This celebration at Mel Lastman Square is free and will and will feature the community’s diverse cultures, including Chinese, Korean, Filipino, South American, Indian, Ukrainian, Japanese, Indigenous, Vietnamese, Caribbean and Egyptian.
When: Friday, September 6th- Sunday, September 8th
Where: Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St
Cost: Free
Taste of The Kingsway
One “Taste Of” celebration isn’t enough!
Head over to South Etobicoke’s largest street festival as well. It’s a whole weekend of food, music and family entertainment.
The festivities are also free to attend.
When: Friday, September 6th- Sunday, September 8th
Where: Bloor Street W from Prince Edward Dr- Montgomery St
Cost: Free
Twilight in Concert
Described as “an epic film-to-concert event, featuring the original movie accompanied by a sensational live band on stage and an enchanting candlelit atmosphere,” this is the perfect night out for ‘Twilight’ fans!
Get your tickets for the Friday show here.
When: Friday, September 6th at 8:00 PM
Where: Meridian Hall, 1 Front St E
Cost: $74.99+ per ticket
Dom Dolla show
Beloved DJ Dom Dolla is taking to Budweiser Stage on Friday.
This highly-anticipated show still has some tickets left – grab yours here.
When: Friday, September 6th at 5:00 PM
Where: Budweiser Stage, 909 Lake Shore Blvd W
Cost: $113.05+ per ticket
Kevin Hart show
Get ready to laugh until you cry!
Kevin Hart is bringing his “Acting My Age” tour to Toronto! The comedian is taking the stage at Sobeys Stadium on Friday, get your tickets here while they’re still available.
When: Friday, September 6th at 8:00 PM
Where: Sobeys Stadium, 1 Shoreham Dr
Cost: $113.05+ per ticket
The Huddle Watch Party RedezViews
NFL Canada is hosting official watch parties for games in September and October, including the international game on Friday!
The match-up will be between the Packers and Eagles, played from Brazil.
Catch it at RendezViews – the Vince Lombardi Trophy will be there, too.
There will be a second game on Sunday, too!
When: Friday, September 6th game time at 8:15 PM doors open at 6:00 PM & Sunday, September 8th (doors open at 6:00 PM)
Where: 229 Richmond St W
Cost: Free, RSVP for the guest list here
Trinbago Festival
Enjoy Trinidad and Tobago cuisine, cultural performances and a selection of market vendors.
This two-day festival is free to attend running on Saturday and Sunday.
When: Saturday, September 7th & Sunday, September 8th
Where: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W
Cost: Free
Hootie and the Blowfish concert
I only wanna be with yooooou!
Hootie and the Blowfish are performing at Bud Stage this weekend, too! Tickets start at $54.75.
When: Saturday, September 7th at 7:00 PM
Where: Budweiser Stage, 909 Lake Shore Blvd W
Cost: $54.75+ per ticket
Weezer concert
Talk about a throwback! Weezer is performing at Scotiabank Arena on Sunday.
What a way to end the weekend. Get tickets here.
When: Sunday, September 8th at 7:00 PM
Where: Scotiabank Arena, 40 Bay St
Cost: $183+ per ticket
With all these amazing things to do you’re bound for a great weekend, Toronto!
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