Category: Culture

This weekend’s forecast calls for some rain, but don’t let that stop you from enjoying summer in Toronto! From Canadian icons Rush and Broken Social Scene to a massive taco fest, these are the best things to do in Toronto this weekend. Rush at Scotiabank Arena It’s finally here: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson are … Continued

Toronto has one of North America’s most diverse music scenes, but when it comes to destination music festivals, the city often trails behind places such as Montreal, New York and Chicago. That’s something the founders of On the Way Festival hope to change. Returning to The Bentway on Aug. 15, the one-day event was founded … Continued

Yorkville is the place to be for luxury boutiques, fine dining and some of Toronto’s coolest history. Before it became one of the city’s most upscale nabes, it was a gathering place for artists, musicians, poets and cultural figures who helped shape the city’s creative identity during the ’60s. That history returns to the streets … Continued

Whether you’re an astronomy enthusiast or perhaps just looking for a free way to enjoy a summer evening, August is bringing one of the best stretches of skywatching Ontario has seen in years. Three major celestial events are set to take place within just a few weeks, and Torontonians won’t have to travel far to … Continued

Toronto native Shan Boodram, sex and relationships expert, is the new host of a very hot and exciting new reality TV show, Temptations Under the Sun: Cyprus. Here, 17 of the most seductive and fetching young lads and lasses in all the land, including two from sexy Toronto, compete in the ultimate rizz-off. We checked … Continued

This story was last updated: Aug. 4, 2026 August has arrived, and this just might be the most fun summer month yet in Toronto. From Olivia Dean and Rush to a taco party and Toronto’s oldest festival, here are 10 things to do in Toronto this week. If you’re looking for more things to do … Continued

August may be here, but that doesn’t mean summer is over yet — there’s still a full month of fun to be had! This month, Toronto is serving up a bunch of totally new festivals and old favourites all month long. Here are the most important dates, events and festivals that every Toronto resident needs … Continued

We’re halfway through summer, but festival season is nowhere near finished. August and September are bringing everything from massive electronic dance parties and reggae royalty to free waterfront concerts, jazz in historic villages and a brand new festival that will turn more than a dozen west end music venues into one giant circuit! Here are … Continued

Iman Vellani has had a whirlwind start to her career, turning into an instant household name when she was cast straight out of Markham as Kamala Khan in the new Marvel series Ms. Marvel. Vellani is now transforming her MCU expertise into something totally new: a solo comic series of her own. Chachu, a five-issue … Continued

A huge piece of Toronto’s summer plan is officially off the table this year, and local festival-goers are pretty crushed. Afrofest, famous for being North America’s biggest free African music festival, has made the tough call to hit pause on its 2026 event.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by AFROFEST … Continued

Heated Rivalry stars Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams were spotted walking side by side through Toronto this week ahead of season two filming, and (naturally) the surprise reunion sent the show’s fanbase into a complete meltdown online! There’s footage of HudCon casually strolling down the street as a delighted fan squeals behind the camera (a … Continued

The August long weekend is almost here, and Toronto is filling up with plenty of amazing activities to keep you busy all weekend long. From Daniel Caesar and Ne-Yo & Akon to Caribana and the National Bank Open, these are the best things to do in Toronto this weekend. Daniel Caesar at Scotiabank Arena Toronto’s … Continued