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10 things to do in Toronto this weekend (May 23-25)

Happy weekend, Toronto! It may not be a long one like last week, but it’s going to be a good one. The city is gearing up for summer, and in the meantime, there’s plenty to do, from a handful of concerts to an epic night market. Here are 10 of the best things to do in Toronto this weekend.

Lucky Lion Night Market

Happening at Assembly Park, this night market will have over 100 food items, merchants, and lion dancers all night long.

When: Friday, May 23 to Sunday, May 25
Where: Assembly Park – 80 Interchange Wy.
Cost: Free admission

Sun/Shade Opening Night Party

This summer kickoff at The Bentway will feature DJs, food trucks, and Canada’s Drag Race’s Jada Shada Hudson hosting the whole thing.

When: Friday, May 23 at 7 p.m.
Where: The Bentway – 250 Fort York Blvd.
Cost: $20 per ticket

Billy Idol and Joan Jett concert

Bud Stage is going to be bumpin’ this weekend as Billy Idol and Joan Jett take the stage.

Tickets are still available, so grab yours ASAP.

When: Friday, May 23 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Budweiser Stage – 909 Lake Shore Blvd. W.
Cost: $60.50+ per ticket

Teddy Swims concert

As a massive Teddy Swims fan who can’t make the concert this weekend, please go and think of me.

When: Friday, May 23 at 8 p.m.
Where: Coca Cola Coliseum – 19 Nunavut Rd.
Cost: $230+ per ticket

Doors Open 

Explore some of the coolest and most historical buildings in Toronto as Doors Open literally opens the doors to significant buildings around the city, free of cost, on the 24th and 25th.

When: Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Various locations
Cost: Free

Tempo Live

In honour of one year until tip-off for Toronto Tempo, there will be an exclusive pop-up on Saturday and Sunday at Stackt.

“Shop the Tempo Collection at Tempo’s first-ever pop-up shop. Join conversations on the beauty of basketball culture, presented by Sephora,” shares Toronto Tempo.

When: Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Stackt Market – 28 Bathurst St.
Cost: Free admission

Central Cee concerts

U.K. rapper Central Cee will be at History for two nights — Saturday and Sunday.

When: Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25 at 7 p.m.
Where: History – 1663 Queen St. E.
Cost: $275+ per ticket

LCBO Cooler Fest

It’s a cooler summer, ya’ll. LCBO is putting on a sweet summer party, where you can sample over 100 of the newest coolers and pre-mixed cocktails.

Oh, and there will be a DJ to keep the vibes going.

When: Saturday, May 24, from 1 to 5 p.m.
Where: The Quay, 3rd floor — 100 Queens Quay E.
Cost: $75 per ticket

Toronto FC vs. Nashville SC

The Reds are meeting with Nashville at home this weekend – get ready to cheer!

When: Saturday, May 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: BMO Field – 170 Prince’s Blvd.
Cost: $41+ per ticket

Jason Aldean concert

Country music star Jason Aldean is performing at Budweiser Stage this weekend, too. Yee haw.

When: Saturday, May 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Budweiser Stage – 909 Lake Shore Blvd. W.
Cost: $166+ per ticket

Enjoy all the wonderful things to do in Toronto this weekend and stay dry!

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