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The good news, the weekend is almost here. The bad news, there’s so much to do you won’t know where to start. Toronto is keeping the good vibes going this weekend, from Fan Expo to cultural festivals there are plenty of things to add to your itinerary. Here are 12 of the best things to do this weekend in Toronto.
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Canada’s Fan Expo is coming to Toronto, one of the year’s most highly anticipated events!
Lovers of comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, and cosplay are encouraged to come out and meet fellow fans and some special celebrity guests such as SImu Liu, Bryce Dallas Howard, Josh Gad, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Corbin Bleu, Rosario Dawson and more.
Tickets are still available, starting at $49 for a single-day ticket on Friday.
When: (Starts Thursday) Friday, August 23rd – Sunday, August 25th
Where: Toronto Metro Convention Centre, 255 Front St W
Cost: $49+ per ticket
Head to Mel Lastman Square this weekend to celebrate “the biggest Korean festival in Canada and the largest and most anticipated gathering in North York.”
The festival will feature live performances, food and vibrant market vendors
When: Friday, August 23rd – Sunday, August 25th
Where: Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St, North York, ON
Cost: Free admission
The MBA Tour is returning to Canada, providing a unique chance to explore top business schools for free. Connect with prestigious programs like U of T’s Rotman, UBC’s Sauder, and Queen’s Smith School, all in one event. Speak directly with admissions representatives and alumni to gain insights into the programs and their real-world applications. It’s a much easier and more thorough way to research MBA programs than spending hours online. Sign up for your city’s event and get ready to learn!
When: Saturday, August 24th, 2024 from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Where: Hyatt Regency Toronto — 370 King Street West, Toronto
Cost: FREE
That’s so fetch!
Mean Girls The Musical is on at the Royal Alexandra Theatre all weekend long. The cheapest ticket is $59 – just figure out which day/show works best for you and enjoy the sights and sounds of one of cinema’s funniest productions.
When: Friday, August 23rd – Sunday, August 25th
Where: Royal Alexandra Theatre, 250 King St W
Cost: $59+ per ticket
The Jays are playing the tail end of their three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels on Friday and Saturday!
Grab your tickets and enjoy some baseball this weekend!
When: Friday, August 23rd & Saturday, August 24th
Where: Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way
Cost: $20+ per ticket
Canadian rock band Blue Rodeo is coming to the Budweiser Stage!
If you’re looking to check out some live music before summer ends, tickets start at $55 and there are still some available here.
When: Friday, August 23rd at 7:00 PM
Where: Budweiser Stage, 909 Lake Shore Blvd W
Cost: $55+ per ticket
This market is for all things made in Toronto!
Hosted at Stackt, visitors can expect unique creations from local artisans, designers, and makers from handmade jewelry to delicious treats.
The best part? Admission is free.
When: Saturday, August 24th & Sunday, August 25th from 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Stackt Market, 28 Bathurst St
Cost: Free admission
Check out some amazing art on the streets of Yorkville!
“Toronto’s most captivating art and muralism festival” is happening Saturday, transforming the street into a “cultural extravaganza, where visitors will be entertained with every step.”
Murals, art installations, dancing, this fest will have it all when it comes to all things creative.
When: Saturday, August 24th & Sunday, August 25th
Where: On Yorkville Avenue from Bellair Street to Hazelton Avenue
Cost: Free admission
According to the event page, this festival is “the largest Tamil street festival of its kind outside of the Indian subcontinent. Tamil Fest focuses on promoting diversity by sharing the rich Tamil Culture among fellow Torontonians and Canadians, through great exposure to cultural food, artistic talents and traditional activities.”
This two-day festival is free to attend, too!
When: Saturday, August 24th & Sunday, August 25th
Where: Markham Road from Passmore Ave to McNicoll Ave
Cost: Free admission
It’s the last Toronto Outdoor Picture Show of the summer! Don’t miss out on catching a free movie at Christie Pits Park. The final flick is a classic, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.
The treats and snacks start at 6:00 PM while the show will begin based on sunset, usually around 8:30 PM.
This is a must on your things to do weekend list, Toronto!
When: Sunday, August 25th starting at 6:00 PM
Where: Christie Pits Park, 750 Bloor St W
Cost: Free admission
It doesn’t get much better than sitting in a garden by the water listening to the sounds of beautiful music.
Summer Music in the Garden at Harbourfront Centre is only on until the end of the month so get out on Sunday and catch a free performance from U of T’s percussion ensemble.
When: Sunday, August 25th at 4:00 PM
Where: Harbourfront Music Centre, 235 Queens Quay W
Cost: Free
The second last Promise Cherry Beach is happening on Sunday!
Promise is “a vibrant daytime summer electronic music festival series that has been a cherished fixture on the Cherry Beach Park waterfront for 24 years.”
There are two shows on Sunday with tickets ranging from $30-$50. Grab yours here.
When: Sunday, August 25th from 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Where: Cherry Beach, 1 Cherry St
Cost: $30-$50+ per ticket
Are you adding any of these things to do this weekend to your list, Toronto?
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