Toronto has another weekend of summer weather ahead of us, and there are countless ways to enjoy it! From music festivals and street-wide block parties to art walks, these are the best things to do in Toronto this weekend.
All Things Go Music Festival
Get ready for a big weekend of indie pop and alternative music as the All Things Go Festival lands at RBC Amphitheatre on Saturday and Sunday. This year’s headliners include Lorde, Kesha, Wet Leg, the Beaches and Holly Humberstone.
Luke Combs at Rogers Stadium
American country singer Luke Combs is bringing the My Kinda Saturday Night tour to Toronto — and clearly he has a lot of fans here, because the artist added a second date at Rogers Stadium! He’ll be taking the stage on both Friday and Saturday.
Luminato Festival
The Luminato Festival returned this Wednesday with an exciting lineup of theatre, dance, cabaret and immersive performances in venues across the city. Running until June 28, highlights this week include the RedBall Toronto installation, Theatre of Dreams and Penn & Teller.
TOgether at Nathan Phillips Square
A free music and wellness festival is taking over Nathan Phillips Square on Saturday! Expect a lineup of free music that is totally stacked: Alessia Cara, Broken Social Scene, Feist and Paul Langlois of The Tragically Hip will all be performing!
Festival of Bizarre Toronto History
Ready to learn all about Toronto’s weirdest, wackiest secrets? The Festival of Bizarre Toronto History has been happening all week and finishes off with a bang on the weekend, and you can expect tours and walks about strange and curious things: hidden tunnels, kidnappings, the secrets of mid-century modern towers and more.
Do West Fest
Street festival season has officially begun in Toronto, and one of the biggest ones of the summer is happening this weekend. Do West Fest takes over Dundas West from Shaw Street to Landsdowne Avenue, and runs from Friday to Sunday. Expect incredible food vendors, local artisans and plenty of fun!
Don Toliver at Scotiabank Arena
After the release of his latest album, OCTANE, American rapper Don Toliver has headed on tour. He’ll be taking the stage in Toronto on Friday, along with three special guests: SahBabii, SoFaygo and CHASE B.
Lakeshore Village Grilled Cheese Festival
A festival that’s all about grilled cheese? Yes, please. The Lakeshore Village Grilled Cheese Festival is an annual event with a simple goal: to crown the best grilled cheese in Ontario! There will also be live entertainment, a beer garden and plenty of vendors!
Riverdale ArtWalk
On Saturday and Sunday, Jimmie Simpson Park in the east end will be filled with fine art for the annual Riverdale ArtWalk! Featuring over 165 artists, discover your new favourite painter or secure the perfect centrepiece for your gallery wall at home.
Toronto Comic Arts Festival
One of the top comic arts festivals in the world is happening in Toronto this weekend! The Toronto Comic Arts Festivals offers two days of panels, exhibitions, workshops and creator spotlights and features over 315 artists and more than 28,000 local and international visitors.
