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11 things to do in Toronto this weekend (June 6-8)

Who’s excited it’s almost the weekend?! (MEEEEEEE). Here’s to the next few days of fun, Toronto. From concerts to markets to food festivals, it’s time to let loose. These are 11 of the best things to do this weekend in Toronto.

Do West Fest

This street fest is known as Toronto’s official start to summer.

Happening all weekend, the party will have food, vendors, music and good vibes as Dundas West closes off from Ossington to Lansdowne.

When: Friday, June 6 to Sunday, June 8, 2025
Where
: Dundas Street W. — Ossington to Lansdowne
Cost: Free admission

Taste of North York

Another festival with food, drinks, vendors and music. We simply can’t get enough.

Admission is free, too.

When: Friday, June 6 to Sunday, June 8, 2025
Where
: Mel Lastman Square – 5100 Yonge St.
Cost: Free admission

Sponsored Pick: LG PrimeKo Shopping & Gaming Event

Join LG Electronics on June 7 and 8, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the PrimeKo showroom to experience the latest LG products and have the chance to win exclusive prizes and discounts! Attendees have the opportunity to face off with Raptors Uprising GC head Coach Nicholas Gartrelle and a Raptors Uprising GC player in an NBA2K match at one of the LG UltraGear gaming stations set up across the showroom. Plus, there will be appearances from surprise mascots. With prizes ranging from jerseys to LG monitors and exclusive discounts on qualifying products, this event is not to be missed for any gaming and tech enthusiasts in Toronto.

When: Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8, 2025
Time: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: PrimeKo Home Appliances & Electronics, 2600 Yonge St – Toronto, Ont.

Metric concert

Metric is taking over Bud Stage on Friday night and will play all of their greatest hits.

When: Friday, June 6
Time: 7 p.m. 
Where
: Budweiser Stage – 909 Lake Shore Blvd. W.
Cost: $46.50+ per ticket

Night at the Grocer Party

STOCK T.C is hosting a big summer party, and you should be there.

The festivities will include BBQ snacks, spritz cocktails, gelato, games and live music.

Tickets are still available, so grab yours ASAP to kick off your weekend in Toronto right.

When: Friday, June 6
Time: 8 p.m. 
Where
: STOCK T.C — 2388 Yonge St.
Cost: $55.66 per ticket

Riverside Eats & Beats

Guys, I wasn’t kidding when I said festival season is back.

Another street fest to look forward to, but this one is in the east end.

Food, music, vendors. Boom.

When: Saturday, June 7
Time: Noon to 6 p.m.
Where
: Queen Street E. from Carroll to McGee
Cost: Free admission

SickKids 150th Birthday Party

SickKids is 150 and they’re celebrating with a massive birthday party at Nathan Phillips Square.

The party is free to attend and will have food, music, a photobooth, crafts, and of course, birthday cake.

When: Saturday, June 7
Time: 2 to 8 p.m.
Where
: Nathan Phillips Square – 100 Queen St W.
Cost: Free admission

UNDR GRND NGHT MRKT

Every Saturday in the summer, this night market by the water offers up delicious eats all under $10.

Does it get any better than that?

When: Saturday, June 7
Time: 5 to 11 p.m. 
Where
: The Commons – 235 Queens Quay W.
Cost: Free admission

Sundowner on Toronto Island

This summer kick-off party on Toronto Island is going to be insanely fun.

“Join us for ColdStream Peach Tea’s SunDowner on Toronto Island, an open-air evening of dancing, cold drinks, and golden hour magic. With the skyline in the background and the sun setting across the lake, this is the kind of night you’ll want to remember,” shares the event.

When: Saturday, June 7
Time: 6 p.m. 
Where
: Toronto Island BBQ & Beer Co – 120 Centre Island Dock
Cost: $18 to $35 per ticket

Yoga in Trillium Park

Free yoga class, anyone?

On Saturday and Sunday, Trillium Park will host free classes from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. — a perfect way to start your day.

When: Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8
Time: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. 
Where
: Trillium Park — 955 Lake Shore Blvd. W.
Cost: Free

Parkdale Hall Sunday Market

End your weekend at the market.

Parkdale Hall is putting on their Sunday market with vintage items, antiques, handcrafted treasures, and fresh food and baked goods.

When: Sunday, June 8
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
Where
: Parkdale Hall – 1605 Queen St. W.
Cost: Free admission

Happy weekend, Toronto.

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