July has arrived with a bang: we’re talking heat wave-level weather! But we only get a few short weeks of this kind of sun, so enjoy it while you can by enjoying one of the many, many fun things to do in Toronto for the summer. Here are the most important dates, events and festivals … Continued
Shake Shack has officially taken over the historic former Albert Britnell Bookshop space at 765 Yonge St., just north of Bloor. For decades, this location was a staple for Toronto book lovers, but most recently, it operated as a Starbucks that managed to keep a lot of the building’s original architectural charm. Now, it’s trading … Continued
Nestled between two always-busy Toronto neighbourhoods, Roncesvalles and Trinity Bellwoods, is a tiny area featuring a bustling stretch of Dundas West that is a city unto its own. Brockton Village is everything that makes Toronto great — and if the series of recent new openings in the area is any indication, it’s about to be … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Billie Eilish is in Toronto working on a new film directed by Toronto’s Sarah Polley, and local actors could be cast as background performers. The Grammy-winning singer is starring in a new adaptation of Sylvia Plath’s classic novel The Bell Jar. The project—working under the title Intel Pink—began shooting on June 29 and is expected … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If you’re looking for a cute date-night experience before the cold weather arrives, head to a local drive-in theatre! Watching a flick under a giant screen with the hum of a car radio offers a good mix of nostalgia and novelty. Bonus, you’ll get a sense of privacy and won’t have to deal with long … Continued
If you’re planning on spending your summer in the city, you know it requires a very specific sartorial approach — sticky Toronto summers aren’t for the weak. It just so happens that these fashion trends were practically made for July in the 6ix. Sport mode The World Cup landed at just the right time in … Continued
The revolving door of Toronto’s trendiest culinary strip continues to spin. For five years, 59 Ossington Ave. was home to Pastiche, a theatrical, velvet-curtained speakeasy known for its quirky ‘5:00 p.m. to who cares’ hours and blind tasting menus. After quietly closing its doors in 2024, the moody space sat empty for a stretch, leaving … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The 38th Annual Toronto Fringe Festival is back in the city and running June 30 to July 12. The festival serves as the city’s ultimate showcase for indie theatre and live performance. This summer, the festival expands significantly with 123 distinct shows sprawled across 27 vibrant venues citywide.Here are 10 exceptional productions we are incredibly … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
These Ontario Airbnbs offer much more than a standard hotel stay or cottage rental, proving there’s no shortage of unforgettable places to stay across the province. From sleeping beneath the stars in a transparent dome to spending the night inside a nearly 200-year-old building, here are five of Ontario’s most unique Airbnb stays that are … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Torontonians are gearing up to celebrate Canada Day 2026! This upcoming July 1 falls on a Wednesday, but it won’t be business as usual for some establishments. To help you get the most out of your long weekend plans, here’s a look at what will be open and closed on Canada Day in Toronto. Public … Continued
Canada Day takes place on a Wednesday this year, which might be a bit inconvenient for long weekend plans — but that doesn’t mean we still can’t celebrate! When Wednesday rolls around, the city is going to be bursting with colour as fireworks displays take place across Toronto. Check out all the best locations to … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
After months of anticipation, Olive Garden has officially opened its first Ontario location in Vaughan, giving Toronto foodies a new reason to head north for unlimited breadsticks and creamy pasta! The Italian-inspired restaurant previously expanded across Ontario in the 1990s, getting diners hooked on its iconic bites, but its restaurants ultimately closed province-wide by the … Continued
