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Barrow Gang Buskers

Hey Toronto! The Barrow Gang is bringing their signature blend of rockabilly swagger, vintage vibes, and dance-floor energy to Drom Taberna. From humble beginnings as pandemic buskers to hundreds of performances across Ontario, this beloved band of quipsters has built a reputation for getting crowds smiling, stomping, and singing along. Expect toe-tappin' rockahillbilly originals, retro-fueled covers, playful stage antics, and a whole lot of heart. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering them for the first time, this is the kind of show you'll be talking about long afterward. Catch them live on September 25 at 2:30 a.m.!

Jordan Leung Cantonese Stand-Up Comedy

Jordan Leung (aka 69ranch) returns to Markham for another Cantonese stand-up comedy show.

Culture Days 2026: A Walk through Toronto's Old Town

Imagine a Toronto where the tallest building is only three stories high, where Lake Ontario reaches Front Street, where the wagon wheels grind through the muddy roads, the air smells of smoke and animal, and the surrounding lands is farms, fields, and forests. In this walking tour, explore the surviving built environment of the original 10 blocks of Toronto and learn about what life was like for its early residents in celebration of Ontario Culture Days! The tour begins on the steps of St. James Cathedral (facing King Street East) and ends at Toronto's First Post Office (260 Adelaide Street East). It will run rain or shine! Pre-registration is required and admission is an optional pay-what-you-may-donation. Please Note: Optional Pay-What-You-May Donations cannot be refunded.

FREE – Francophone Outdoor Festival

Toronto’s iconic Francophone festival returns for a full weekend of free outdoor celebrations. Enjoy live music, great food, art, and family-friendly activities !. The Bentway (250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto) September 25-27, 2026 Free

A City in Tune: Mississauga's Greatest Hits

Named Music City in 2023, Mississauga is known locally and internationally as a hub for musical talent, with nearly 70 years of hits and significant contributions in the music industry. This rich musical history comes to life in A City in Tune: Mississauga’s Greatest Hits, with the stories, sounds, and items that reveal the people and places behind the music. Through iconic instruments, stage-worn outfits, archival materials, and ephemera from Mississauga’s music founders, rock legends, and modern icons, A City in Tune invites you to discover the stories behind the performers, the creative spaces that supported their careers, and the lasting influence of the musicians, innovators, and contributors who have shaped the city’s musical legacy. From Oscar Peterson and Ronnie Hawkins to Triumph, Billy Talent, and MR. SAUGA, the exhibition spans generations and genres, exploring how music has shaped connection, identity, and community across the city. See remarkable artifacts that bring these stories to life, including Rik Emmett’s autographed Triumph guitar, Gil Moore’s drum kit, Donna Grantis’ guitar and stage-worn tour outfits, and a collection of Billy Talent gear, memorabilia, and tour artifacts. A City in Tune is curated by the Museums of Mississauga, building on the success of the first A City in Tune exhibition in 2025, developed in collaboration with students from the University of Toronto’s Master of Museum Studies program. Research and artifacts for this installment draw from Mississauga’s rich music community, including the Mississauga Music Walk of Fame, Legends Row, Heritage Mississauga, alongside partnerships with the Region of Peel Archives and the Canadian Black Music Archives. A companion micro-exhibition runs alongside the Adamson Estate show at Courtneypark Library from September 25, 2026 to February 26, 2027. While the exhibition at Adamson Estate celebrates some of Mississauga's most influential music legends and the places that shaped the city's musical legacy, this companion exhibition shines a spotlight on the grassroots musicians, emerging artists, and community connections that continue to define Mississauga's sound today. It is inspired by the 2025 exhibition, A City in Tune, presented at Bradley Museum. Special dates and programs: Members Preview Night Wednesday September 23, 2026 - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. As a member of the Museums of Mississauga, be the first to experience our newest exhibition celebrating Mississauga's music legends. Through artifacts, interactive experiences, and community voices, discover how music brings people together while shaping connection and belonging across the city. Join us on September 23 for an exclusive members' preview night. Become a member Exhibition Opening Reception Saturday September 26, 2026 - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Join us to celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition, A City in Tune: Mississauga's Greatest Hits. Enjoy complimentary refreshments and be among the first to explore instruments, outfits, archival materials, and iconic artifacts that celebrate the musicians, innovators, and contributors who have shaped Mississauga's music story. The exhibition will officially open with remarks from Councillor Dasko at 11:00 a.m. Advance reservations are required, as space is limited. Free event. An Evening of Piano Friday, November 20, 2026 - 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Join us for an intimate evening at historic Adamson Estate as live music brings A City in Tune: Mississauga's Greatest Hits to life. Featuring vocalist Heather Christine and acclaimed pianist Bill King, this special performance is inspired by the artists and stories featured throughout the exhibition. Explore the galleries after hours, enjoy light refreshments and experience Mississauga's music story in a unique and memorable setting. Advance reservations are required as space is limited. Admissions for this event are by donation. About Heather Christine Heather Christine is an award-winning Mississauga vocalist, composer, and producer whose soulful blend of jazz, pop, and R&B has captivated audiences across Canada, including performances at Celebration Square and other major venues. A passionate advocate for the local arts community, she produced the acclaimed Isn't She Lovely concert series, which celebrated women in music at Mississauga's Living Arts Centre and featured award-winning artist Patti Jannetta-Baker. Heather's recent single, C'est Magnifique, was produced by celebrated Canadian pianist Bill King and has received international radio airplay, while her collaborative EP with the Bill King Trio showcases her original compositions and fresh takes on jazz standards. Deeply committed to community-building through music, she also founded West Vocal Jam, an inclusive open-stage program for local performers. Recognized with Mississauga's Music Artist of the Year Award by Mississauga City Councillor Stephen Dasko at the Ward 1 Community Excellence Awards, she is also the recipient of the Best New Artist Award presented by Mississauga Music in 2018. Heather Christine is grateful to share her passion for music her husband Matt Zaddy. Together they perform as their musical duo River North. About Bill King Bill King is a renowned pianist, composer, producer, broadcaster, and jazz advocate with deep ties to Toronto and Mississauga's music communities. A student of Oscar Peterson's Advanced School of Contemporary Music and a scholarship recipient to Berklee College of Music, King has spent decades shaping Canada's jazz scene as founder of The Jazz Report, a founder and artistic director of the Beaches International Jazz Festival for 30 years, and producer of acclaimed recordings by artists including Liberty Silver, Sophie Milman, Chaka Khan, and Pat LaBarbera. Throughout his remarkable career, he has worked with music legends such as Janis Joplin, Linda Ronstadt, Martha Reeves, The Pointer Sisters, and former Mississauga resident Ronnie Hawkins. His long-standing tribute projects celebrating Oscar Peterson's legacy, along with his award-winning production work and mentorship of Canadian artists, have made him one of the country's most influential figures in the jazz music scene and beyond. King is an eleven-year artist in residence at the Harris Institute of Music and is currently Executive Director of the Redwood Theatre in Toronto.

Toronto Wellness Festival

The Toronto Wellness Festival (TWF) is the inaugural urban chapter of the beloved BUMI Festival . With years of experience curating immersive wellness gatherings internationally and across Canada, our team is thrilled to plant new seeds in Toronto. For 2026, we have chosen the iconic Mel Lastman Square as our home. We believe wellness should be accessible to everyone – not just in retreats, but right here on Yonge Street, amidst the bustle of daily life. Free admission, mindful movement, family activities, healing sessions, food, music, markets, and community – all in the heart of North York for 3 Days of Urban Wellness Festival for All Ages and a Family-Friendly Experience.

DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™

DroneArt Show: Harry Potter™ is coming to Toronto for two nights only on September 25 and 26, 2026 at 8 p.m. at YZD (former Downsview Airport), 590 Wilson Avenue, North York . The first-of-its-kind open-air spectacle will bring beloved moments from the Harry Potter™ film series to life in the night sky through 1,200 synchronized illuminated drones , combining advanced aerial choreography with music and dialogue from the films. A live violinist will accompany the performance, while synchronized LED wristbands will allow guests to become part of the experience. Presented by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences and Fever , with drone production by Nova Sky Stories , the approximately 60-minute show is part of an international tour spanning Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe. Guests can also enjoy food and beverage offerings and shop Harry Potter™ merchandise before the performance. Tickets and additional information are available through the Fever app and at thedroneartshow.com/toronto/harry-potter .

Etobicoke Ribfest 2026

The 5th Annual Etobicoke Ribfest X 2026 is presented by Gelateria Italiana and will take place on Friday, Sept 25 to Sunday, Sept 27 2026 at Colonel Samuel Smith Park, Kipling and Lakeshore; convenient for area residents and visitors from all over. Produced by Ontario Festival Group . Featuring North America’s Best Rib Teams ready to serve you, your friends and family Award-Winning Mouth-Watering BBQ Smoked Ribs, Tender Pulled Pork, Juicy Smoked Brisket, BBQ Chicken, Smoked Sausage and those huge Beef “Dino” Ribs. There will be a variety of festival foods like bloomin’ onion, roasted corn, poutine, and of course to wash it all down nice cold beer. Plenty of activities including a kids zone, Face painting, Marketplace, Artisans and more! Watch Live Music all weekend long featuring Tributes and a variety of local bands. Follow us on Instagram , TikTok , & Like us on Facebook for daily updates! LAST ENTRY – 30 minutes before closing DATES & TIMES: – FRI SEPT 25, 2026 | 4:00PM – 10:00PM – SAT SEPT 26, 2026 | 12:00PM – 10:00PM – SUN SEPT 27, 2026 | 12:00PM – 8:00PM

The 3rd Annual of Arts of the Middle East Festival

This year, join us for unforgettable performances, cultural experiences, and delicious cuisine that highlight the beauty and diversity of the region. Step into a vibrant world of creativity at the Arts of the Middle East Festival! Enjoy captivating performances from talented Arabic artists that will lift your spirit. Bring the whole family and visit the fun kids’ zone filled with engaging activities for all ages. Explore the lively bazaar featuring unique handmade goods, artisan crafts, and special treasures—there’s truly something for everyone. Don’t miss the delicious food area, packed with mouth-watering Middle Eastern dishes and sweet treats that make the experience even more memorable. Become a vendor or sponsor Building on the strong success of the festival over the past two years, we are excited to invite you to be part of one of the largest Middle Eastern cultural festivals in North America. Showcase your business alongside major Middle Eastern celebrities, local artists, and family-friendly attractions while connecting directly with thousands of culture lovers.

Toronto Oktoberfest

Celebrating its 15th year, Toronto Oktoberfest returns to Garrison Common in the Historic Fort York area of downtown Toronto. A taste of Munich in Toronto, offering an authentic experience filled with German and European beers, traditional Bavarian eats and treats, endless entertainment, and an atmosphere that feels like stepping into another place and time. September 25 & 26, Garrison Common at Fort York

Date Night at the Museum at Arcadia Earth This September! 🥂✨🍂

Join Arcadia Earth Toronto on September 25 for the first Date Night at the Museum event of the fall season! From 6–9 PM , step into an immersive after-hours experience where art, entertainment, food, and drinks come together for an unforgettable night out in downtown Toronto. Whether you’re planning a romantic date, a night out with friends, or simply looking for something different to do, Arcadia Earth offers a one-of-a-kind way to spend your summer evening. Your ticket includes: 🌎 Full after-hours access to the immersive Arcadia Earth exhibit 🥂 A FREE welcome drink (cocktail or mocktail), plus cash bar access 🍴 Curated bites throughout the evening 📸 Photobooth access 🔮 Personalized roaming tarot card readings 🎶 Live DJ entertainment all night long Make it a pre- or post-dinner stop, or make Arcadia Earth the main event—either way, it’s a date night you won’t forget. Tickets: $55–$100 Couple Bundle (19+) – $100 + taxes & fees Includes all complimentary offerings for two adults. Single Ticket (19+) – $55 + taxes & fees Includes all complimentary offerings for one adult. This is the last Date Night at the Museum of the summer! If you can’t make it on September 25, tickets are now on sale for the October 23 Date Night event , so you can keep the experience going into October. This event is 19+ only.

It’s in the Cards: Toronto Social Night for Adults 30+

Spend a Friday evening meeting people and exploring ridiculous hypothetical scenarios in Toronto’s lively Kensington Market. It’s in the Cards is a casual social event for adults in their 30s, 40s and beyond . Everyone receives a random scenario card and discusses it with other guests while trading for a different one. At the end of the night, guests form teams of four and submit their cards for scoring. The hidden rankings are revealed, and the team with the highest combined score wins. The 25 scenarios include choices such as: “Have everyone you’ve ever dated move into your neighbourhood.” “Go viral for the most embarrassing thing you’ve ever done.” Can you guess which scenarios Toronto decided it would rather endure? The higher a scenario ranks, the more points it is worth. Approximately 70% of guests attend alone. Solo guests, couples and groups of friends are all welcome. Friday, September 25, 2026 6:30 PM–10:00 PM TacoTaco in Kensington Market Ages 30+ Tickets are $35 and include one complimentary drink, appetizers and a starting scenario card.

Modern Seoul by Jon Lee

Join Jon Lee for an intimate evening celebrating contemporary Korean cuisine through a thoughtfully curated multi-course menu, set against live music from local musician Dale Ross. Jon's approach blends flavours and ingredients that stay true to Korean cooking — some very traditional — with techniques and ideas borrowed from other cuisines. This isn't fusion for its own sake: everything on the table is unmistakably Korean, filtered through Jon's own internationally-informed cooking style. Served family-style around a shared table, this is an evening of bold flavours, live music, conversation, and connection, Modern Seoul is an invitation to slow down, share a meal, and experience the warmth of Korean hospitality. —– Lotus Bite Crispy lotus root layered with a soy-marinated quail egg and cucumber kimchi. Jon thinks of this course almost as a stack of banchan in a single bite. Banchan are often described simply as Korean "side dishes," but that undersells their role at the table, where they're meant to interact with the meal, lending acidity, fermentation, texture, heat and balance to each bite. Here, that idea is compressed into one composed dish: crisp lotus root, savoury soy-marinated egg and bright, fermented cucumber kimchi, each distinct but built to balance one another. Doenjang Orzo Creamy orzo built around doenjang, Korean fermented soybean paste, with crispy pork belly and shimeji mushrooms, finished with Parmigiano Reggiano. Probably the clearest Korean-Italian crossover on the menu — doenjang brings a deep fermented savouriness that works surprisingly naturally in the same role aged cheese or miso might play in a risotto. Rich, creamy and very umami-forward. Naengguk A chilled Korean cucumber soup with radish, nori and green onion. This one stays much closer to its Korean roots — light, cold, tangy and refreshing, serving as a palate cleanser between the richer courses. Yeoneojang Soy-marinated salmon sashimi served over rice with a rich egg yolk. Drawn from the Korean tradition of jang-marinated seafood, where seafood is cured in a seasoned soy-based mixture — the salmon takes on a sweet-savoury depth while staying silky and delicate, with the egg yolk adding richness once everything is mixed into the rice. Injeolmi Jon's take on the traditional Korean rice cake, normally coated in roasted soybean powder. That nutty, roasted flavour stays front and centre, but paired here with pistachio and milk chocolate to turn it into an playful, modern dessert. —– BOOK NOW! – $79 + HST – https://thedepanneur.ca/products/supper-club-modern-seoul-a-modern-korean-evening-with-jon-lee —– Jon Lee is the personal chef and owner of Aromas by Chef Jon. His culinary journey was shaped in two kitchens: professionally, where he trained in Italian and European restaurants, and at home, where he immersed himself in the traditions and techniques of Korean cooking. These parallel experiences have shaped a style that respects classical technique while celebrating the vibrant flavours of his Korean heritage. Whether hosting a communal supper club or cooking in clients' homes, Jon believes food is at its best when it creates connection and conversation. @aromasbychefjon | aromasbychefjon.ca —– Drawing on the colourful lyricism of Paul Simon, the earnest rock n’ roll of Tom Petty, and the modern whimsy of Ben Howard, Dale Ross is influenced by sound and style from across the decades. Born on the west coast of British Columbia, and living in 4 provinces from west to east, he has woven his way across the country and back more than a few times now, crafting songs that tell of travel, of real places and times and people. @dalerayross | dalerayross.com —– Every week, The Depanneur invites Toronto's best culinary talents to lead fun, hands-on workshops and supper clubs. @thedepanneur

9 To 5 Dolly's Party

Grab your boots and get ready for a night of Dolly! Join us at Rock ’N’ Horse for a Dolly Parton-inspired party featuring themed cocktails, Dolly décor, photo ops, line dancing, and all your favourite country hits. This is a 19+ event. Let’s get wild! 🐂🎶👢

BØRNS with Two Feet & The Blue Stones – Live At The Bowl

BØRNS INDIE88 GRAND SLAM CONCERT SERIES WITH SPECIAL GUESTS TWO FEET & THE BLUE STONES FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 25, 2026 ABOUT BØRNS BØRNS creates from instinct, not expectation. A natural-born performer with a voice that feels both celestial and grounded, he first captivated listeners with Dopamine – his gold-certified debut album featuring the viral anthems “ElectricLove” and “Past Lives.” A decade later, the songs haven’t aged—they’ve deepened, mirroring the evolution of an artist more attuned than ever to his inner world. In recent years, BØRNS has explored new corners of his sound with the independently released EPs Suddenly and Honeybee—intimate, organic, and sonically expansive bodies of work that reflect a more personal relationship with music itself. Far from a departure, they were a continuation—expressions of the same creative curiosity that’s always driven him. Music made without compromise, led by feeling rather than formula. Now, with the announcement of a fall nationwide tour to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Dopamine, BØRNS is reigniting his passion for live performance—and may offer glimpses of what’s next. Unconcerned with genre or trend, whatever the future holds won’t be a pivot, but another facet of an artist following his joy. This is a new era of freedom. Fully independent and artist-led, every move is intentional—serving the artist first, and the art that follows. ABOUT TWO FEET For most of Two Feet's career, he has bristled against the constraints of traditional pop songwriting, the critic-approved respectability of the album format and the handed-down expectations of what a song should sound like. His bluesy, bass-heavy first single “Go F*** Yourself” has no bridge and no hook, but has earned almost half a billion streams to date. Pink (2020) does away with the chorus on many of its songs. Max Maco Is Dead Right? (2021) is a voyeuristic concept album based around a troubled fictional character and Shape & Form (2022) is an album he describes as an “eclectic mess.” In 2023, he launched an independent label 477 Records to sign and collaborate with up and coming artists across the globe. ABOUT THE BLUE STONES The Blue Stones – vocalist and guitarist Tarek Jafar and drummer Justin Tessier – formed during their university days and inspired by the freedom of creating without boundaries, grew from playing small-town bars to headlining iconic venues like The Troubadour in Los Angeles, Electric Ballroom in London, and The Danforth Music Hall in Toronto. Along the way, they’ve racked up over 300 million streams, four JUNO nominations, and radio hits like Shakin’ Off the Rust , which topped Rock charts in Canada and hit #5 on U.S. Mainstream Rock.

Hannibal Buress

Jaipur Literature Festival: In Conversation with Zakir Khan

Kutumb Kirrtan

"Kutumb (Family) Kirrthan" - The joint family system is almost disappearing nowadays. Having mother, father, son and daughter-in-law together in the house and if they are there, having a good time together has become a distant dream. It is very difficult to combine old traditions and new interests in the houses where they live together. A young man from a family with a similar tradition got married. The boy was steamrolled between his young wife, who tries new things, and his mother, who keeps a watchful eye on traditions. "Kutumb Kirratan" addresses on this topic through non-stop entertainment!!! Please note that this event will be performed in Marathi. Complimentary tickets for infants (aged 0-12 months) - please contact the Ticket Office for more information. All sales final. This event is organized by an external group and is not produced by the City of Mississauga.

Mari Froes

Ryan Beatty – Arms Over Armor North American Tour '26

WEEZER: The Gathering

When Chai Met Toast: Joy of Little Things Tour

Toronto Blue Jays vs. Reds (Delgado Short-Sleeved Retro Windbreaker)

EXIT POINTS #76

Exit Points is a live music series that invites you into the world of musical improvisation, even if it’s your first time. Each event begins with simple listening strategies to help you feel more at ease with unfamiliar sounds and forms. You’ll then hear two short sets by small ensembles of expert musicians from a range of musical backgrounds, each exploring spontaneous and unscripted ways of making music together. The night ends with “ Switchemups” : a fun, low-pressure session where audience members are welcome to join the musicians on stage and try improvising themselves (totally optional!). Expect an evening of surprising sounds, creative energy, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

FOR NEPAL | Live Music + Visual Projection

FOR NEPAL 🇳🇵 ​ On August 26, 2026, Nepal experienced one of the most devastating flood disasters in recent memory. A rock and ice avalanche near the Nepal-China border temporarily blocked the Lhende Khola before releasing a powerful surge of water, rock and debris through the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli river systems, devastating communities and critical infrastructure across several districts. ​As a team with roots in Nepal, we wanted to find a meaningful way to contribute from Toronto. Through MAJIPA STUDIO , we’re bringing people together for FOR NEPAL , an evening of music, visual art and community, with donations supporting relief efforts in Nepal. ​Join us on Friday, September 25 at the Toronto Botanical Garden for an evening of live music and visual projection, set among the gardens as the sun begins to set. ​Expect a diverse mix of sounds throughout the evening — from sitar and tabla to flute, acoustic guitar, vocals and live looping — with each artist bringing their own style to the space. As the evening unfolds, live visual projections will accompany the performances, bringing together music, light and the surrounding gardens to create an immersive atmosphere. ​The Lineup ​🎙️ Mohsin Zaman – Singer / Songwriter 🎶 Ranjana Sainju & Santosh Ghimire – Sitar & Tabla 🪈 Sabin Rizal – Flute 🎛️ Rahul D – Loop Artist 🎸 Saksham Gurung – Acoustic 🎤 Sara Yonzan – Acoustic 📽️ Prabinsayami – Visual Projection ​Supporting Nepal 🇳🇵 ​The event is free to attend, with donations welcome . All funds raised through the associated fundraiser will be donated to the Government of Nepal Prime Minister's Disaster Relief Fund . ​If you’d like to support the relief effort, you can contribute here: ​🇳🇵 GoFundMe: FOR NEPAL — GoFundMe ​Event Details ​ Friday, September 25, 2026 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Perennial Border · Toronto Botanical Garden 777 Lawrence Ave E, North York ​ FREE TO ATTEND · DONATIONS WELCOME ​🎟️ Free RSVP through Eventbrite: FOR NEPAL — Eventbrite RSVP

Yuk Yuk's Comedy Night

A fundraiser comedy night presented by the Rotary Club of Markham Sunrise, featuring laughter and memorable performances in support of the Salvation Army Markham.

A Winged Victory For The Sullen with The Flowers Of Hell

Ludovico Einaudi: Solo Piano

Rogers Centre Ballpark Tours

Schalk Bezuidenhout

Shaboozey – Outlaws Never Die Tour

Who Made Who / AC/DC Tribute

LOW TICKET ALERT – Wave To Earth – The Pieces Tour

Blending dreamy indie rock, jazzy rhythms, and lo-fi warmth, Wave to Earth has become one of the most captivating acts in the global indie scene. Known for their atmospheric soundscapes and emotionally rich songwriting, the trio creates music that feels nostalgic, intimate, and cinematic all at once. With fan-favorite songs like “seasons,” “bad,” and “love.,” Wave to Earth has built an international following through their smooth grooves, soulful vocals, and effortlessly cool live performances. Their concerts transform every venue into a late-night dream — equal parts concert and emotional escape. This is an all-ages show VIP Early Entry & Soundcheck Package: -One (1) GA ticket or One (1) seated ticket to the show -Early entry to the venue (‘Skip the line’) -VIP only merchandise item -Access to Wave To Earth’s pre-show soundcheck -Early Access to merchandise table VIP M&G Package: -One (1) GA ticket or One (1) seated ticket to the show -One (1) pre-show group picture with Wave To Earth (groups of 6) -Early entry to the venue (‘Skip the Line’) -VIP only merchandise package, specially curated by Wave To Earth -Access to Wave To Earth’s pre-show soundcheck -Early Access to merchandise table https://greatcanadian.com/event/wave-to-earth/

JLG: A Live tribute to Juan Luis Guerra

Bassist Ruddy Bolanos assembles an all-star orchestra to pay a joyful tribute to one of the living legends of Latin music—Juan Luis Guerra! Juan Luis Guerra Tribute Dominican musician, singer, composer, and record producer Juan Luis Guerra has been awarded 31 Latin Grammys and three Grammy Awards and sold more than 15 million records worldwide, building an international reputation for his merengue and Latin fusion repertoire. Iconic songs such as 'La Bilirrubina,' 'Burbujas de Amor,' and 'Bachata en Fukuoka' are loved by both Spanish and non-Spanish music fans across the globe. For this very special presentation, Canadian bassist Ruddy Bolanos assembles an all-star 15-piece orquéstra.

Second Summer Festival Presents: ESPRIT ??

Autograf

Autograf at Future Nightclub.

LSR/CITY X GARETH EMERY

Ricardo Villalobos + Maher Daniel | 4AM LAST CALL

Wiggle Room's 5 Year Anniversary Festival PRE PARTY

Friday Sep 25: Junior Lopez | U.N.I | DEXY | DTM | Cameron Scott | Luis F This event is part of Wiggle Room's 5 Year Anniversary Festival – tickets must be purchased through the festival's main ticketing page ONLY for this event are $20 to attend all events during the Anniversary Festival: $45 What a way to kick off Wiggle Room's 5th Anniversary Festival, featuring some of our besties. Advance Tickets: All advance tic kets MUST be purchased via the festival's main ticketing page: https://buytickets.at/wigglyevents/2379225 Performances: 10-11 Cameron Scott 11-12 DTM 12-1 Luis F 1-2:30 Junior Lopez 2:30-3:45 Dexy 3:45-close U.N.I #WiggleRoomToronto is the #HomeofBouncyBeats Options for prepaid table/ticket packages (ONE ticket = everything mentioned): 1) The 3rd Wheel: $363 includes: 3 General Admissions; 1 Bottle of Stoli Vodka 2) Regular Package: $700 includes: 6 General Admissions; 2 Regular Bottles of Choice (may email wigglyevents@gmail.com to specify choice) 3) Premium Package: $900 includes: 6 General Admissions; 2 Premium Bottles of Choice (email wigglyevents@gmail.com to specify choice) To Arrange Special Packages: wigglyevents@gmail.com (sold separately from admission) ATM on site Full Bar Service 21+ event hosted by: Wiggle Room Records; Wiggly Events; and Wiggle Room Toronto; Sunshine Frequencies; OG Entertainment ~ WiGGLE RESPONSIBLY ~ We have a strict code of conduct and reserve the right to refuse anyone at any time. Wiggle Room is a Safer Dance Space. We take this very seriously. We encourage everyone not to hesitate to bring to our attention anything you think that we should be made aware of, such as harassment, violation of personal space, solicitation or use of controlled substances, over-intoxicated behaviour, or anything else that may pose a risk or discomfort to you or others. You may use the safe word BANANA, ask any of our staff for a Banana, and we will direct you to a safe, quiet space. Our security staff are in marked clothing. Our team and event hosts, such as Takin, Lindsay Fay, Nour Bawab, Christina Barron, Tyler Hill, Mitch (lead security), and Tanya, are all available. ~ Wiggle Wiggle ~ 772 Dundas St West

KYLE WATSON

Lula Late Night with Pachedub Collective

Catch Pachedub Collective's Latin reggae, dub and funk grooves live for a late-night dance party after the evenings first salsa set! Toronto's Weekly Global Afterparty! Every Friday night at 11 PM, Lula elevates the party to the next level! Following our weekly live Latin band, Lula now features local and international bands and DJs playing high-energy global beats to keep the dance floor moving late into the night. Pachedub Collective Pachedub Collective is a Latin Reggae–Funky–Dub band based inToronto, Canada. Founded nearly 15 years ago, the project has built a solid international path, performing across Mexico, Europe, and Canada over the last decade. Following the release of their first EP in 2013, Pachedub Collective began touring extensively, sharing the stage with renowned international acts such as The Skatalites and Inner Circle (Jamaica), Gondwana (Chile), Alborosie and Mellow Mood (Italy), Nonpalidece (Argentina), and Green Valley (Spain), among others. Their sound blends reggae roots with dub textures, funk grooves, and Latin influences, creating an energetic and conscious live experience. The current lineup brings together musicians from Mexico, Canada and Ghana reflecting the collective’s multicultural identity and global spirit.In 2026, Pachedub Collective celebrated 15 years of artistic journey while preparing the release of a new album and an upcoming series of live shows in both Mexico and Canada, continuing to expand their message and sound across borders. Arrive at 11 pm and enjoy some of the Latin orchestra before the late-night global party begins Late kitchen • Late last call Bottle Service Reservations for bottle service can be made by calling 416 588 0307. Please note that these tickets are general admission and do not guarantee seating. Buy early and get the early bird discount

Nhapitapi

Nhapitapi – a Shona word meaning sweet sounds, is an ensemble of Zimbabwe musicians, singers, dancers and performers. who weave ancestral rhythms and melodies with contemporary African flavours, conjuring musical magic in their midst. The music takes root in the old voices of the African continent, and travels seamlessly towards its modern progeny of Afro-jazz, funk, rock, reggae and ska. We invite you with open hearts and arms to join us in song and dance, and you too will feel the breath of the lion on your neck.

GreenWing

Attending a GreenWing gig is synonymous with belting singalong hooks, bouncing to infectiously driving rhythms, and taking in a chaotic stage show. After forming in 2021, hugging their pets and family good-bye, and jumping in a van, the band began hand-delivering a steady stream of Certified Shit-Kickers to music-fans across Canada; opening for luminaries such as Three Days Grace, Mom Jeans, Wheatus, Sebastian Bach, One Bad Son, Daniel Romano, The Dirty Nil, and The OBGMs along the way. The tension and catharsis of their debut LP Late Bloomer quickly attracted attention: the strength of this release and follow-up single "Dark" resulted in GreenWing being crowned "Rock Artist of The Year" by Sask Music in 2023. Following the warm reception to their rousing sophomore LP “Eatin’ It”, the band captured the attention of radio listeners across the globe with high-octane singles "Sweet Caroline” and “All Hard Feelings”, peaking at #37 and #33 on Billboard’s Top 40 Mainstream Canadian Rock Charts respectively. Coming off the resulting eleven-week run of radio play in 2024 and 2025, GreenWing will spend 2026 playing out of their goddamn minds across Canada & Europe.

Botanical Image Transfer Techniques with Nancy Falconi

Discover how to transform a photograph into a painterly botanical artwork using pencil crayons and solvent blending techniques. Participants will practice on one wood panel and complete a finished artwork on a second.

Fire Prevention Week Open House

Richmond Hill Fire & Emergency Services hosts a full day of fire safety, family fun, and community connection with live demonstrations, kid-friendly activities, safety tips, and a meet-and-greet with Sparky the Fire Dog.

Toronto Vintage Show

Now in its 14th year, Canada’s biggest (and we mean biggest) vintage clothing sale is back for an unforgettable two-day shopping event! Explore 60,000 square feet of incredible curated finds. Canada’s best (and we mean best) vintage sale features more than 120 expert vintage dealers, who feature hard to find iconic fashion, statement jewelry, standout accessories, and must-have handbags. Plus, uncover one-of-a-kind vintage home décor treasures to bring timeless style to your space. If you love one-of-a-kind finds, this is the vintage event you won’t want to miss! Sat. Sept. 26 (9am-6pm) and Sun. Sept. 27 (10am-5pm). $17 (admission discount available on website). Credit and debit only at the door. Queen Elizabeth Building at Exhibition Place, 180 Princes' Blvd., Toronto, M6K 3C3 torontovintageshow.ca

Forestry Fall Festival

This free, family-friendly event is packed with fun, learning and community spirit. Whether you’re a tree lover, gardener or simply curious about the environment, there’s something for everyone. Admission is free. No registration required. Activities include: Horse-drawn wagon rides Tree planting event Scales Nature Park reptiles and snakes exhibits Forestry department showcase booths Drone flights from City staff Tree giveaway Craft table Yard games Bouncy castle Popcorn and BeaverTails®

Harvest Festival

Experience harvest season as it might have been over 100 years ago at Bronte Creek Provincial Park's historic Spruce Lane Farm, with demonstrations, pumpkins, refreshments, farmhouse tours, cider pressing, wagon rides and heritage activities.

Ontario Science Centre – Celebrate Black Excellence 2026

Join the Ontario Science Centre team for a free, family-friendly event to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Black scientists, artists, entrepreneurs and other inspiring individuals! Presented by TELUS, Celebrate Black Excellence 2026 features live Steelpan demos and performances with soloist Suzette Vidale, Storytime with author Yolanda T. Marshall, fun hands-on activities, face painting, presentations and so much more. Register for this free event to let us know if you’re interested in attending. It’s not required but it helps us plan a great event: Celebrate Black Excellence 2026 Tickets, Saturday, September 26 • 10 AM – 4 PM

Repair Hub

Repair Hubs give items that are destined for landfill a second life with help from our volunteer fixers. Not only will you reduce waste, but you'll also learn repair skills from our experts to extend the lifecycle of your products at home! We can help you fix: Electronics Small appliances Bicycles Toys Clothing Drop-in any time between 11:00 am and 4 pm! Please bring one item per visit, subject to availability. Participants can also enjoy: Colouring station for children and adults Interactive Climate Change and Waste Jeopardy games Attendees bringing items for repair do so at their own risk. The City of Mississauga and volunteer fixers cannot guarantee that items will be fixed and are not liable for any damages that may be incurred to items that are brought in for repair. In the event a repair is not possible, volunteer fixers may be able to offer product assessment or advice. Locations and dates: Huron Park Recreation Centre 830 Paisley Blvd W, Mississauga, L5C 3P5 Saturday June 27, 2026 - 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Burnhamthorpe Library - 3650 Dixie Rd #101, Mississauga, L4Y 3V9 Saturday, July 25, 2026 - 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Malton Library - 3540 Morning Star Dr, Mississauga, L4T 1Y2 Saturday, August 15, 2026 - 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Mississauga Valley CC - 1275 Mississauga Vly Blvd, Mississauga, L5A 3R8 Saturday, August 22, 2026 - 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Meadowvale Library - 6655 Glen Erin Dr, Mississauga, ON L5N 3L4 Saturday, September 26, 2026 – 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Hazel McCallion Central Library - 301 Burnhamthorpe Rd W, Mississauga, ON L5B Saturday, October 24, 2026 – 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

Project Development Lab for Independent Musicians

Explore your artistic identity, learn how to structure your ideas, and discover practical tools to plan and communicate your work. Key takeaways Tools to bring clarity to your creative ideas A framework to begin structuring your project A clearer understanding of your project’s next steps Transferable skills for developing future creative projects Who is this workshop for? Independent, self-managed musicians Emerging and early- to mid-career artists Artists beginning to develop their own creative projects Artists who want to better understand how to structure and communicate their ideas Artists with little experience planning projects

Award-Winning Chefs Unite for 8th Thistletown Harvest Party

Thistletown Collegiate Institute will host the 8th Thistletown Chefs Harvest Party on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 12:00 to 3:30 p.m. at 20 Fordwich Crescent in Toronto, bringing together more than 30 leading Ontario chefs to raise funds for the school’s culinary students through chef-led food stations, cooking demonstrations, a silent auction and a giant used-cookbook sale. Guests will enjoy chef-led food stations, live demonstrations, a food-focused silent auction and a giant used-cookbook sale. Food and beverages are included with admission. Proceeds from the event will help send TCI culinary students to Italy in March 2027 for an immersive culinary and cultural learning experience. Participating Chefs Include: Davide Ciavattella — Executive Chef, MICHELIN-starred Don Alfonso 1890 Daniel Craig — Executive Chef, The Westin Harbour Castle Donna Dooher — Chef and Restaurateur, Mildred’s Temple Kitchen John Sinopoli — Owner and Executive Chef, Ascari Hospitality Group Jon Rennie — Co-Founder and Culinary Director, Odd Duck Wine & Provisions Joshna Maharaj — Chef, Food Activist and Award-Winning Author Shonah Chalmers — Certified Chef de Cuisine and Culinary Educator Brian Kang — Head Chef, No Vacancy Heyden Sin — Executive Chef, Lai Wah Heen Myeongseok Jeong (Chef MJ) — Head Chef and Co-Owner, 156 ONE FIVE SIX Plus more than 20 additional chefs and culinary professionals from across Ontario. Ticket Includes: More than 30 chef-led food stations Food and beverages throughout the afternoon Live cooking demonstrations A food-focused silent auction A giant used-cookbook sale The opportunity to support hands-on culinary education and student travel Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026 Time: 12:00PM–3:30PM; doors open at 11:45AM Location: Thistletown Collegiate Institute, 20 Fordwich Crescent, Toronto Children under 12 may attend free, limited to one child per paid adult admission The event is family-friendly and will take place outdoors, rain or shine, with an indoor option available if inclement weather is forecast. Complimentary parking will be available. Tickets must be purchased via Eventbrite HERE .

Afternoon Tea

Come together for a memorable afternoon tea with entertainment, history and the gardens of Amos Wright Park. Guests enjoy dainty sandwiches, scones with heritage cream and preserves, and sweet treats prepared for the occasion.

Exhibit: Women in Toronto Astronomy

Explore an exhibit on women who made significant contributions to astronomy, featuring artifacts, photographs, scientific instruments, and personal items connected to Helen Sawyer Hogg, Ruth Northcott, and Jessie Dunlap.

Open Canvas Project: GATHER Public Reception and Zine Giveaway

Join us for the public reception of Open Canvas Project: GATHER on Saturday, September 26, from 1–4pm at Todmorden Mills Papermill Gallery. Presented in partnership with Toronto History Museums, GATHER celebrates 25 years of Open Canvas Project, a participatory painting project created by Paul Aloisi and Charlie green in 2001. Since then, the project has invited people to pick up a brush and contribute to large-scale collaborative paintings in public spaces, cultural events, residencies, and community settings in Toronto and internationally. The exhibition features two new paintings created through 2026 public activations at Todmorden Mills and Spadina Museum, alongside selected works from the project archive. Visitors will see collaborative paintings, archival photographs, documentation, works connected to Toronto’s independent music community, including Rhythmicru, and a large salon-style presentation of paintings from the 2006 Distillery District Residency. The reception will also feature a limited giveaway of GATHER , a text zine by Lana Hoang, a Master of Inclusive Design student who participated in the project through an OCAD University Field Placement. Each zine has a unique cover cut from a one-to-one scale photograph of a giant Open Canvas painting and includes a limited-edition risograph centre-fold insert. The first 25 guests at the public reception will receive a free copy, limited to one per family or group. Additional copies will be available on a pay-what-you-can basis. Artist Paul Aloisi will be present, and light refreshments will be served. Admission and parking are free. Event Details: Public Reception: Saturday, September 26, 2026, 1–4pm Exhibition Dates: September 2–27, 2026 Gallery Hours: Wednesday–Sunday, 11am–4pm Venue: Todmorden Mills Papermill Gallery Address: 67 Pottery Road, East York, Toronto ON M4K 2B9 Admission: Free admission and parking Website: www.opencanvasproject.com Instagram: @opencanvasproject Contact: opencanvasproject@gmail.com Acknowledgements: This exhibition is supported by the Ontario Arts Council and the Government of Ontario. Materials support provided by Above Ground Art Supplies.

2026 Fall Exhibitions Opening Reception

Celebrate the opening of the Varley's Fall Exhibitions with art, conversation, Caribbean cuisine, an artist talk, and hands-on art-making inspired by the exhibition.

AFC Toronto vs. Ottawa Rapid FC

Exhibition "Dakiimi / To have land" by Amber Quail

The Riverdale Hub Gallery is pleased to present “Dakiimi / To have land”, an exhibition by Amber Quail. Meet the artist on September 26th, with a reception from 2 to 4pm and artist talk at 3pm. Exhibition on view from September 15th to October 3rd, 2026. Iconography in Western culture has been a central theme in Amber’s visual arts practice. Familiar household archetypes, reimagined through an Indigenous lens, invite viewers to consider alternate truths beyond those presented by the dominant culture. An off-reserve member of Alderville First Nation, Amber’s practice is based in Tkaronto and South Algonquin. In her current solo exhibition, Dakiimi / To Have Land , the iconic board game Monopoly serves as both an anchor and a catalyst for reflection on land theft and greed. The objective of Monopoly —to acquire all the land and force other players into poverty until they can no longer participate—draws strong parallels to our shared history, particularly the colonial violence rooted in an insatiable appetite for land and natural resources. These ideas are amplified through a vibrant combination of beadwork, mixed-media works, and paintings, inviting viewers to reflect on the enduring impacts of colonialism and to consider alternative perspectives on land, ownership, and power. We gratefully acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts.

Klezmer Jam & Yiddish Dance – September 26!

Rad Yiddish and Marching Disorder Present: KLEZMER JAM & YIDDISH DANCE with Martin van de Ven, Cassie Norton & Emily Glass! 📅 Saturday, September 26 @ 2:00-4:30PM 📍HIGH PARK NATURE CENTRE – SIDE PORCH 375 Colborne Lodge Dr, Toronto, ON M6P 3K7 2:00PM – Set up your instruments 2:30-4:30PM – Jamming & Dancing 🎻 MUSICIANS: Grab your instrument and join us in HIGH PARK for Rad Yiddish & Marching Disorder's OUTDOOR Klezmer Jam & Yiddish Dance! –Every month we'll share the charts & set list ahead of time: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/195vQD7xh81MOpDmkMx6uvM-6LTNsJyy6?usp=sharing –We'll play through all or some of these tunes, and change up the order depending on jam attendee requests –Bring your own stand & sheet music! 💃 DANCERS / AUDIENCE: Not a musician? Emily Glass will lead Yiddish dance. NO experience necessary! –Come learn the dance steps that go with klezmer music! Yiddish dance is a social folk dance danced in circles, squares, and lines. –Emily will lead us in various dances such as freylekhs, zhoks, bulgars, and turkishers. –Yiddish dance can be modified for those using mobility devices or need to dance seated, by learning the arm movements. ACCESS –There are accessible paved sidewalks from Bloor into the location entrance along Colborne Lodge Dr. that are flat and have ramps onto the sidewalk from the street. –The location has a front ramp onto the porch Please let us know in your registration if you have any access needs you'd like us to address. BATHROOMS –Closest accessible washrooms are on West Rd near the north gate entrance, including accessible stalls that are gendered. DIRECTIONS VIA WALKING: –The shortest and most convenient way is walk in to High Park is from the High Park North Gates. Just a bit south along Colborne Lodge Drive and the Nature Centre will be on your left. —Want to avoid getting lost? Stick to paved sidewalks and paved paths, especially if it’s your first time visiting High Park or the Nature Centre’s facilities. VIA TTC BUS/SUBWAY –Nearest TTC station is High Park Station (wheelchair accessible) –It is conveniently just a 5-minute walk from the High Park Nature Centre. –Listed here are some of the bus lines to help you get to the High Park TTC Station. 30 High Park North 149 Etobicoke-Bloor 189 Stockyards 203 High Park (summer seasonal bus through High Park) VIA CAR –High Park is currently closed to motorized vehicles on weekends. –Closest paid parking to entrance – 1830 Bloor Street Parking BY DONATION / PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN This jam is by-donation / pay-what-you-can, suggested $20. Funds are split evenly between the people leading this event, including the two band leaders Martin and Cassie, the dance leader Emily, and Rad Yiddish. WORKSHOP LEADER BIOS A mainstay of the Canadian klezmer scene, Martin van de Ven (he/him) performs with Canada’s hottest klezmer band, Beyond the Pale. A unique stylist, he brings fire, elegance, and humour to his performances with the award-winning group. He has composed, arranged, and directed performances for Toronto production companies including Jumblies Theatre, Theatre Columbus, Queen of Pudding Theatre, and the Ashkenaz Foundation. Over the past decade, he has written a number of choral works in collaboration with Jumblies Theatre director Ruth Howard. He has also collaborated as composer and arranger with Beth Anne Cole on her recent album, Perhaps the Gods of Love. Martin recently retired from his work as a music teacher with the Toronto District School Board and is now an active freelance musician. Emily Glass (she/her) is a professional language teacher and community dancer who grew up near Vancouver. Since falling in love with Yiddish at her first beginner class at the University of Ottawa in 2015, she has been active in the Yiddish cultural world, participating in the Steiner Summer Program at the Yiddish Book Centre, KlezKanada, Yiddish Summer Paris, and Yiddish New York. In 2024, Emily took a break from teaching high school to do a masters in Yiddish Studies at the University of Toronto. During her graduate studies, and under the mentorship of KlezKanada's Avia Moore, she researched how Ashkenazi ways of being have been expressed in dance cultures. Subsequently, she has led Yiddish dance workshops and events in Toronto and Vancouver. Cassie Norton (she/her) is a Toronto-based violinist/singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and improvisor. Currently she is hosting the Song Experiment Series at the Tranzac (a performance based song lab for collaboration and creative exploration in a variety of styles), playing in the Feel Good Family Band (jazz, experimental, folk), Marching Disorder (New Orleans, Klezmer, resistance music), and Life To Liberation. Cassie brings her passion for music to her climate/social justice activism through performance, musical workshops and song leading. Cassie has been a musician and dancer with social folk dance communities for the past 10 years. She is currently on the Balfolk Toronto board, and plays regularly for Toronto English Country Dance. She is newer to klezmer music and excited to be supporting the Rad Yiddish x Marching Disorder monthly dance jam series. On top of her performance experience, Cassie teaches violin, string ensemble, ukulele, and songwriting with Community Music Schools of Toronto.

Metis Dot Art: Indigenous Adaptations with Kathy Morgan

Join Métis artisan Kathy Morgan for a free all-ages drop-in activity exploring Métis Dot Art. Decorate a woodcut ornament and learn how the Métis adapted this bright and colourful art form.

Percussion Workshop – Samba Reggae – Brazilian Rhythms

Ever wanted to play Brazilian drums? This two-hour workshop is where you start. Samba reggae comes from the streets of Salvador, Bahia – the rhythm blocos like Olodum and Ile Aiye carried from their neighbourhoods to the world stage. You will get a drum, learn your own part from zero, and by the end the whole room plays the groove together as one band. Most people who come have never held a drumstick. That is exactly who this is for. All instruments provided – real Contemporanea drums. All levels welcome. Under 18 with a parent or guardian. Led by Pato Irie, director of Toronto samba reggae group TDot Batu. Early bird $50 until September 10, $60 after. 2 tickets for $90. Only 20 spots. Please note: the venue is not wheelchair accessible.

Akin Art Crawl: Lassonde Art Trail Tour

We are very excited to announce our next Art Crawl, as we head outdoors to explore the newly opened Lassonde Art Trail at Biidaasige Park. The Lassonde Art Trail is a free, open-air destination for contemporary art from around the world, with 15 public art sites connected by more than 4 km of pathways through 60 acres of new waterfront parkland. Together, the artworks explore the site’s layered histories and changing landscape, from Indigenous histories and the city’s relationship with Lake Ontario to industrial histories, wetland restoration, local ecosystems, and environmental sustainability. For this Art Crawl, we’ll begin with a 45-minute guided Art + Nature tour led by a member of the Lassonde Art Trail team , offering an introduction to the trail and its artworks. Then we’ll spend the rest of the afternoon walking through the park and discovering works by artists including Kent Monkman, Tracey Emin, Caroline Monnet, Kara Hamilton, Hank Willis Thomas, Nadia Belerique, Tony Romano, Oluseye, Monira Al Qadiri, Lisa Hirmer, and more . We’ll take our time with the artworks, share observations, and experience how contemporary art interacts with the landscape around it. Come say goodbye to summer with us and spend an afternoon exploring art, nature, and the waterfront. Rain or shine! Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. We will only cancel in the event of thunderstorms or severe weather warnings.

Street Fighter 6 Community Tournament @ Denthreesixty Arcade

Experience the excitement of Markham’s local gaming scene at Denthreesixty Arcade’s monthly Street Fighter 6 tournament.

Toronto Blue Jays vs. Reds (Fan Appreciation Weekend)

A Mid-Autumn Night's Dream 2026: In the Mood for Mahjong

A Mid-Autumn celebration by Fête Chinoise featuring art, culture, mahjong, workshops, live performances, food, and a festive marketplace at Porsche Centre Markham.

Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie

More than 30 years after Iran’s leader Ayatollah Khomeini issued a fatwa, a religious decree calling for the death of author Salman Rushdie over the publication of his novel The Satanic Verses , Rushdie traveled to Chautauqua to speak about the United States as a sanctuary for exiled writers and artists. The event marked the 20th anniversary of a writer-refuge program—a setting meant to celebrate safety and creative freedom. It was there that a young man rushed the stage, intent on killing him with a knife. Using excerpts from Rushdie’s works, including his powerful memoir Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder , Alex Gibney’s documentary is both a striking testament to freedom of expression and a defiant response to the attempt on Rushdie’s life. The film incorporates never-before-seen footage shot by Rushdie’s wife, Rachel Eliza Griffiths, in the days and weeks following the attack. This material offers a graphic, unflinching, and deeply intimate account of what happened, including archival footage of Rushdie’s early career and rise to literary fame, the controversy surrounding The Satanic Verses , and events leading up to the attempted murder. It also traces Rushdie’s physical and spiritual recovery, including the challenges he continues to face, from losing an eye to the reduced use of one hand. Knife blends reportage with fictionalized dialogues to explore the mindset of the attacker, probing the “why” behind the violence. At its core, the film is a portrait of resilience, of Rushdie’s own extraordinary strength and the love that carried him through this ordeal, and a call to action against censorship and hatred. It argues that art itself can be a form of resistance. In Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie , Gibney, working with longtime collaborators Andy Grieve (editor) and Will Bates (composer), crafts a poetic dreamscape that reflects how Rushdie views his writing as his own “knife,” a tool to fight back, reclaim his story, and respond to violence with imagination and art. TICKETS (+HST) General: $15 Members: $10, $8, FREE

Sens, Rhétorique, Musique : Machaut and the Three Gifts of Nature

St. Thomas's Anglican Church Toronto, ON Saturday, September 26 • 4 PM – 5:30 PM Pay-What-You-Wish (Suggested: $40 Regular; $20 Students) Sens, Rhétorique, Musique : Machaut and the Three Gifts of Nature is the second collaboration between Montreal’s COMTESSA Medieval Ensemble and Toronto’s Diapente Renaissance Vocal Quintet , centered around the works of 14th century French poet and composer, Guillaume de Machaut (c. 1300 – 1377). Arguably the poster child of Medieval Era music, Machaut’s extensive output of compositions and innovations in counterpoint were revered across Europe, and laid the groundwork for further innovation in Late Medieval polyphony. The program includes excerpts from the Messe de Nostre Dame–the first known complete polyphonic setting of the Mass Ordinary–as well as secular works in many forms on courtly love. He was imagined as having been gifted by Nature with three extraordinary gifts: Sense, Rhetoric, and Music. This program explores those three gifts, and why Machaut’s work represents one of the great pinnacles of medieval musical and poetic culture. ———————————————— This concert is presented by Friends of Music at St. Thomas Anglican Church & the Apocryphonia Concert Series

The Conservatory at Gallery 1888

Naomi Okubo is making her first Canadian debut with a collection of paintings for the exhibition The Conservatory at Gallery 1888. For this exhibition, Okubo presents her ongoing Collector series, which explores the human desire to know and collect. This desire emerges from curiosity and a longing to understand the world, while also containing an impulse to possess, categorize, and enclose its objects. Through this series, Okubo examines the tension between fascination and control embedded within the act of collecting. Opening September 26th, 2026 4 – 7 pm Gallery 1888 Please RSVP to info@gallery1888.com

Toronto Operetta Theatre presents Galop Offenbachien

Runway of Rezilience Returns for its Third Year in Toronto!

Runway of Rezilience returns to Toronto for its third year, bringing an unforgettable celebration of Indigenous fashion, food, music, art, culture and community to Evergreen Brick Works on Saturday, September 26. Created by Seeing Red, Runway of Rezilience is Canada’s premier Indigenous fashion and cultural experience, an Indigenous-led and community-rooted celebration that puts Indigenous creativity and excellence centre stage. What began as a fashion show has grown into an immersive celebration of contemporary Indigenous culture, bringing together Indigenous designers, artists, performers, chefs, creators and entrepreneurs for one unforgettable evening. And this year, the runway is just the beginning. What to Expect: The Runway: See the latest collections and creations from an exciting mix of Indigenous fashion talent, including Lesley Hampton, Wabanoonkwe Irick, Karlene Familo, Leela Thomas and Marissa Anderson. Culinary Experiences: Explore Indigenous flavours and dishes from a selection of chefs and food vendors throughout the evening. Shop the Marketplace: Meet Indigenous artists, makers and entrepreneurs and discover everything from beadwork and jewelry to textiles, art and one-of-a-kind creations. Enjoy the Show: Take in live music, performances and entertainment that keep the evening moving well beyond the runway. Explore the Experience: With more than 20 activations throughout Evergreen Brick Works, there will be something new to see, experience and discover around every corner. Gather your friends, dress to the nines, and join us for an unforgettable night celebrating Indigenous fashion, creativity, culture and community. Empowerment. Representation. Unity. Rezilience. Where: Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Avenue, Toronto When: Saturday, September 26, 2026 Doors Open: 5:00 PM Main Event: 6:00 PM Be part of Runway of Rezilience 2026. VIP and General Admission tickets are on sale now!

Sunnyside Sessions Presented by Corona Sunsets ft. Simon Doty, Mellizos, Gio Lucca

Gatsby Redux

An immersive outdoor dance show that brings The Great Gatsby and the Roaring ‘20s to life. Step into the sights and sounds of the Jazz Age with a contemporary dance piece that reimagines F. Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic masterpiece into Gatsby Redux , an immersive outdoor performance transporting our campus into the glamorous world of the Roaring Twenties. Set as a full-length work, an ensemble cast dressed in classic era costumes perform to the music of the ’20s along with contemporary Electro Swing, inviting the audience to follow them along in a Gatsby -style theatrical experience that is madcap, unconventional and truly gorgeous. Under the direction and choreography of Janet Roston and Mixed eMotion Theatrix, Gatsby Redux is a joyous, swinging garden party you won’t want to miss! Come wearing your best 1920s attire and comfortable shoes for the performance!

Panchali - The Feminine Fire

Step into the Mahabharata through the eyes of Panchali (Draupadi) in this powerful English-language theatrical production an epic story of courage, destiny, honor, and resilience. For the first time in the world, a single performer brings more than 17 characters to life live on stage, transforming seamlessly through iconic figures from the Mahabharata in a gripping journey of storytelling, lights, music, and emotion. Please note this event will be performed in English, Hindi, and Sanskrit. There will also be the use of haze, smoke, and strobe or flashing lights. Complimentary tickets for infants (aged 0-12 months) - please contact the Ticket Office for more information. All sales final. There is a 10-ticket limit per transaction. This event is organized by an external group and is not produced by the City of Mississauga.

SOFI TUKKER Presents: ANIMAL TALK

Vidura Bandara Rajapaksa: The Paradise Gothic Tour

2026 Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

On Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the iconic Massey Hall in Toronto, Canada’s biggest celebration of songwriting returns with a new class of incredible inductees: The Tragically Hip , Feist , Mike Reno & Paul Dean (Loverboy) , and Roch Voisine . The 2026 Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony presented by Amazon Music will feature remarkable tribute performances from your favourite Canadian and international recording artists framed by spectacular music, moving stories, and stunning visuals. With past appearances from Nelly Furtado, Olivia Rodrigo, Nickelback, Alessia Cara, Charlotte Cardin, Michael Bublé, and k.d. lang, the 2026 edition of the Induction Ceremony is not to be missed. Stay tuned as we announce performers and special guests in the coming weeks.

Indigenous Food Lab by Chef Taylor Parker

The Depanneur is proud to host the Indigenous Food Lab, a monthly residency with Chef Taylor Parker and his team. It is designed as place to experiment with the possibilities of a dining experience rooted in First Nations traditions, a laboratory to explore a Canadian concept of terroir – the flavour of a place — and help rediscover and redefine what Indigenous food was, is, and could be. Chef Taylor’s sophisticated tasting menus celebrate local and foraged ingredients, and a deep connection to First Nations foodways, to the seasons and land, each meal showcasing ingredients native to Ontario. Weather, timing, season, and the caprice of Mother Nature will determine exactly what will be shared with us. Whatever comes to the table, you can be assured that it will be crafted with skill and creativity of a veteran chef. We live in the largest city in Canada, one of the most ethnically and culinarily diverse cities in the world. One can find almost any dish from almost any cuisine, with one glaring, egregious exception: the country we actually live in. Indigenous food is criminally underrepresented in Toronto’s food scene, without a single Indigenous-owned restaurant for people to patronize. More than ever before, Canada needs to embrace and celebrate its indigenous culinary heritage, and I believe the long path towards reconciliation can and should start at the table. —– BOOK NOW! – $99 + HST – https://thedepanneur.ca/products/supper-club-indigenous-food-lab-by-chef-taylor-parker-sep26 —– Chef Taylor Parker is of the Mohawk Nation, Bear Clan, from Six Nations of the Grand River. Taylor is a proud father, chef, forager, gardener, and friend. His extensive knowledge of native North American plants brings rarely seen ingredients and flavours to his dishes, with the philosophy that food is a conduit to connect people back to the land. Taylor is passionate about bringing like-minded Chefs together to share, educate, and collaborate on unique dishes that seek to define modern First Nations North American Cuisine. Taylor is proud to work alongside fellow cooks and friends Phil Magtulis, Matthew Kleinsteuber, and Tara Sachs at The Depanneur dinner series. Taylor has spent much of his professional life working in a diverse range of kitchens and catering. He currently consults and offers private dining experiences focused on First Nations inspired, hunt, fished and foraged ingredients. Taylor is also the co-owner of For4ged Candle Company in Brantford, Ontario. @turok_parker —– Every weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun, informal dinner party. @thedepanneur

Black Flag *And Evening with Black Flag Two Amazing Sets* At the Ritz

Canada MNT v Chile

JERU THE DAMAJA — WRATH OF THE MATH 30TH ANNIVERSARY

JERU THE DAMAJA — WRATH OF THE MATH 30TH ANNIVERSARY Friday, September 25, 2026 Parkdale Hall — 1605 Queen St. W Doors 7PM / Show 8PM 19+ $30 GA / $60 VIP Meet & Greet

Liqour Messiah

Pete Davidson

Public Image Ltd: This Is Not The Last Tour

Randy Feltface: Gimmick

Return of the Julep Cocktail Workshop!

It’s time for a parody-protected night of fantastic Star-Battle themed cocktails! Play along with our themed trivia questions for a chance to win awesome prizes, meet your hosts Han Sold-Fashioned & Princess Reya-nd Nephew. (okay, I’ll gonna work on these) you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to an alien planet! Learn to make and enjoy 3 full sized cocktails with professional bar tools provided, and no experience needed! compete in trivia games and take home a prize! classes are always kept small, so sign up before spots run out. With more than a dozen themes to choose from like our famous Cocktail Gameshow! our workshops are the perfect date night or group outing. upcoming classes and tickets can be found at www.barebonesbartending.com Past & Upcoming events include Griffindrinks Cocktail Workshop ! – Wizard Themed Event The Drink Masters – Specialty techniques and presentation Movies Music & Mojitos! – Recipes from famous media Bubbles & Botanicals – Sparkling champagne cocktails & spirits with infusions Banned & Prohibited – Recipes featuring ingredients that were once illegal! The Prohibition Workshop – Exploring Famous cocktails from the 1920-30's in North America Polynesian Potions – The most incredible Tiki infusions and history of tropical cocktails and many more! visit www.barebonesbartending.com and sign up today! Cheers!

Second Summer Festival Presents: MIKE

Dirty Rick w/ Soulish & Torre

Free Times presents Tony Molesworth, A Mystical Musical Evening

Toronto multi-skilled artist Tony Molesworth (vocals, banjo) returns to the Free Times Cafe for A Mystical Music Evening; sharing good vibes, tunes, and humour…. all in one place! He’ll be weaving enchanting tunes, humorous stories, spoken word, metaphysical musings, one-liners, hippy wisdom & pro-Fun-ditties. Tony calls it Enlighten-tainment for the Magically-inclined. Tony's diverse talents and wide experience are apparent from the second he appears on stage. While his new show is not specifically comedy, it is to be noted that his most recent, previous show, Banjoker , which he also both wrote and performed in was awarded “Funniest Show” in the Nanaimo Fringe Festival. A seasoned, international comedy club headliner, Tony has shared the stage with many stars including Jim Carrey, Howie Mandel, John Candy, Rick Moranis, Russell Peters, Jerry Lewis, and opened for music legends Weird Al, U2, John Mayall, and Elvis Costello. Learn more about his fascinating career at: https://tonymolesworth.com/ “He’s first rate, I highly recommend this performance. Not at all slow.” – Globe & Mail “His skills, talent and reputation rank with the best in this country.” – Howie Mandel On Saturday, September 26th, Tony invites you to dive into a musical mystical journey that’ll stir your soul and lift your spirits. Come chill, listen, and experience the magic LIVE. Don’t miss out on this unique evening of sound and mystery! Order Your Tickets Now from attached website link.

Mid-Autumn Night's Dream

As a highlight of First Markham Place’s Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration, SingTao A-1 Radio DJs promise joy, live performances, games, and a grand finale with outdoor fireworks.

Tiffany Haddish

Duo Perse-Inca

Join Duo Perse-Inca for a world music concert from Latin America to the Middle East. Rooted in two ancient musical traditions, Duo Perse-Inca unites Showan Tavakol on the Iranian kamancheh and Federico Tarazona on the Andean charango. Their concert Écho des montagnes blends heritage and innovation in a seamless musical dialogue — featuring brand new compositions, to be discovered on the Toronto stage.

Jaane Pehchaane Anjane: Anupam Kher and Swaroop Sampat Live

Presented by Kabir Entertainment, Jaane Pehchaane Anjane is a poignant play exploring loneliness, companionship and human connection in a contemporary middle-class setting. Blending humour, realism and sharp dialogue, it reflects on gender roles, societal expectations, and the search for meaning and emotional connection in everyday life. This is an all-ages event. https://greatcanadian.com/event/jaane-pehchaane-anjane/ Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Fri, 31 Jul 2026 at 11:00 AM

Moein Live in Toronto

September Songs: The Music of Kurt Weill – Restoration Screening

September Songs: The Music of Kurt Weill is a fusion of film, theatre, and concert performance that reimagines the music of the German composer Kurt Weill whose songs bridged opera, cabaret, and popular music with piercing social and emotional insight. Featuring an extraordinary ensemble—Teresa Stratas, Lou Reed, Nick Cave, PJ Harvey, Charlie Haden, Elvis Costello & The Brodsky Quartet, Betty Carter, Mary Margaret O’Hara, William S. Burroughs, and more— September Songs transforms Weill’s work into a haunting collage of performance, theatre, and cinema. Each artist reinvents Weill’s legacy through their own lens, creating a living dialogue between past and present, exile and belonging, beauty and decay. Blended throughout the film are stylized “documentaries,” evocative imagery, and cinematic transitions that transform Weill’s haunting melodies and biting social commentary into a contemporary meditation on art, exile, and the human condition. The film celebrates Weill’s enduring influence on 20th-century music and culture. Through its visuals, its music and its original choreography, the film merges concert, cabaret, and expressionist cinema into a single dreamlike experience. This restoration, undertaken by Sphinx Productions with the generous support of Telefilm Canada, faithfully revives the film’s original textures, sound design, and the distinctive cinematography of celebrated German director of photography Horst Zeidler, preserving a landmark of Canadian music cinema for new audiences worldwide. In English and German, with English subtitles. Screening preceded by acoustic set by Judith Lander and Jefferey McLeod. Following the screening there will be a Q&A with director Larry Weinstein, moderated by film critic Jason Gorber. TICKETS (+HST) General: $15 Members: $10, $8, FREE

Story Pillars: Funny You Should Tell That

After the success of the premiere showcase, during the past Toronto International Storytelling Festival, FYSTT is back, presenting an evening of funny and inspiring tales. Tales Toronto’s trio of Maddy, Andrew and Briane are bringing together some of their favourite performers from their highly successful Tales at the Tranzac, monthly offering. Our roster features a cast, whose credits include Canadian Comedy Awards, Dora and Canadian Screen Award nominations, best of the Fringe acknowledgements and appearances on film and television and video screens across North America and around the world. Featuring: Matt Baram, Elaine Gold, Paul Hutcheson, Joanne O’Sullivan, Sandra Whiting and Briane Nasimok

Higgi at the Elmo – A Live Recording Event

Peaches – No Lube So Rude Tour w/ Muchas Problemas & Wheelchair Sports Camp

Totally 2000's Video Dance Party

DENNETT – Back to the Roadhouse Tour 2026

WR Records Release Party: Carlos Manaça [Spain]

Sat Sep 26: Carlos Manaça [Spain] TAKiN | Chris Campos [bday beats] | ADDY | GMONEY & Deandra [bday beats] This event is part of Wiggle Room's 5 Year Anniversary Festival – tickets must be purchased through the festival's main ticketing page: https://buytickets.at/wigglyevents/2379225 Wiggle Room Records presents a tribal house legend hailing from Spain, the highly respected Carlos Manaça , for the release party of his latest single, co-produced by Tomy Villacorta, that will be out on Wiggle Room Records. The release will also feature a remix TAKiN and Chris Campos, who is celebrating his birthday too. Also celebrating a birthday is Deandra who will be playing b2b along with her proud daddy GMONEY. Also featuring Toronto's finest DJ: ADDY. What a way to kick off Wiggle Room's 5 Year Anniversary Festival. Advance Tickets – All advance tickets MUST be purchased via the festival's main ticketing page: https://buytickets.at/wigglyevents/2379225 Performances: 10-12 GMONEY & Deandra [bday beats] 12-1 am ADDY 1-2 TAKiN 2-5 CARLOS MENACA 5-6 Chris Campos [bday beats] VJ SEKS #WiggleRoomToronto is the #HomeofBouncyBeats Options for prepaid table/ticket packages (ONE ticket = everything mentioned): 1) The 3rd Wheel: $363 includes: 3 General Admissions; 1 Bottle of Stoli Vodka 2) Regular Package: $700 includes: 6 General Admissions; 2 Regular Bottles of Choice (may email wigglyevents@gmail.com to specify choice) 3) Premium Package: $900 includes: 6 General Admissions; 2 Premium Bottles of Choice (email wigglyevents@gmail.com to specify choice) To Arrange Special Packages: wigglyevents@gmail.com (sold separately from admission) ATM on site Full Bar Service 21+ event hosted by: Wiggle Room Records; Wiggly Events; and Wiggle Room Toronto; Sunshine Frequencies; OG Entertainment ~ WiGGLE RESPONSIBLY ~ We have a strict code of conduct and reserve the right to refuse anyone at any time. Wiggle Room is a Safer Dance Space. We take this very seriously. We encourage everyone not to hesitate to bring to our attention anything you think that we should be made aware of, such as harassment, violation of personal space, solicitation or use of controlled substances, over-intoxicated behaviour, or anything else that may pose a risk or discomfort to you or others. You may use the safe word BANANA, ask any of our staff for a Banana, and we will direct you to a safe, quiet space. Our security staff are in marked clothing. Our team and event hosts, such as Takin, Lindsay Fay, Nour Bawab, Christina Barron, Tyler Hill, Mitch (lead security), and Tanya, are all available. ~ Wiggle Wiggle ~ 772 Dundas St West

Indie Sleaze Dance Party at Sneaky Dee's

Toronto Comedy All Stars

Kick off your weekend with hilarious comedians from Toronto and around the world! Enjoy Toronto's best selling comedy show, featuring comedians seen on Netflix, Prime, Hulu, Crave, Just For Laughs, CBC and more ++ Over the last decade, this show has repeatedly sold out at prestigious venues such as The Second City, National Arts Centre, Comedy Bar, and several Yuk Yuks comedy clubs nationwide It's the perfect choice for dates, birthdays, anniversaries or just a fun night out at an affordable price! Enjoy an electric comedy show at the iconic Yuk Yuk's comedy club in downtown Toronto, famous for launching comedy superstars like Norm Macdonald, Russell Peters, Jim Carry and many more!

12th annual Ride for Mackenzie Health

An energetic day of community, celebration and impact in support of Mackenzie Health.

Lakeview Artisan Market

The Market complements the weekly Lakeview Farmers' Market and offers visitors a chance to shop unique local goods while enjoying the lush greenspace, parks, and trails along Lake Ontario. From ceramics and jewellery to textiles and prints, the Artisan Market celebrates the makers and creative talent of the GTA. Please note: The Artisan Market runs alongside the weekly Lakeview Farmers' Market. Family-friendly and accessible.

Challah & Babka by Alissa Kondogiannis

Challah & Babka are two of the greatest gifts of traditional Jewish baking, and they share a remarkable secret: they use the same dough! It’s like the best 2-for-1 deal ever! Join Alissa Kondogiannis for this fun, hands-on cooking class that will teach you the easy, foolproof techniques to create perfect challahs and babkas at home. Challah — a golden, egg-enriched bread that is often braided, and typically eaten on ceremonial occasions such as Shabbat or Jewish holidays — has adorned tables since biblical days. Ideal for French toast and bread pudding, challah is also the perfect bread with dips like hummus, to mop up soups and stews or just to eat hot and tender, straight out of the oven. Babka is a sweet, twisted, yeast-dough bread with Eastern European roots. Typically served as a dessert and the perfect accompaniment to coffee, babka has transcended its humble roots and become a trendy staple in gourmet bakeries around the world. Classic babka is either chocolate or cinnamon-filled but can be made using any filling you can imagine, savoury or sweet. In this class, participants will learn how to make the quick, simple, and forgiving yeasted dough that can be turned into either Challah or Babka. Each participant will have the option to make and braid their own challah or how to shape, fold and glaze the babka to give it its signature marbled swirls and gleaming finish. There will be plenty of oven-fresh challah to taste, and just-baked chocolate babka to share in class. Each participant goes home with their own whole unbaked challah or babka to bake at home. —– BOOK NOW! – $79 + HST – https://thedepanneur.ca/products/cooking-class-challah-babka-by-alissa-kondogiannis-sep27 —– Alissa Kondogiannis has been eating challah her whole life but it was only after a travelling experience that she really got on the path of challah making. Her aim is to introduce everyone to the joys of bread making and and show that people don’t have to be intimidated by yeasted doughs. For the past several years she has facilitated challah making classes and has a small catering business of her own. @barnstarkitchen

Orange Shirt Day

Learn, reflect, and connect with the meaning of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day through resources and a reflection prompt.

Fluid Art: Family Workshop

Create colourful abstract artwork together using acrylic pouring techniques in an inclusive family workshop designed for families with children on the autism spectrum.

Toronto Dog Moms X Riverside BIA: Paws Walk

Toronto Dog Moms and the Riverside BIA invite you and your dog to explore the welcoming streets of Riverside, a neighbourhood where old meets new in all the right ways. Known for its iconic Queen Street East strip, Riverside blends historic architecture, community-driven businesses, and creative flair. Expect to discover hidden gems, meet fellow dog lovers, and enjoy a relaxed stop at a local patio, perfect for winding down and soaking up the neighbourhood vibe. Join us for a joyful afternoon that celebrates Riverside’s rich history, strong sense of community, and pet-friendly atmosphere.

Walk and Learn Tours

Guided walking tour through a historic building, neighbourhood, or park in Richmond Hill. Duration 1.5–2 hours. Runs rain or shine. No registration required. Free admission.

A Little Help From Our Friends

Part singalong, part show, all FUN, this musical event is a fundraiser for Recollectiv, a non-profit free online weekly music program that lifts spirits, creates a sense of connection to community, and stimulates the mind. For more information on Recollectiv, visit www.recollectiv.ca .

Inter Toronto FC vs. Pacific FC

Jazz At The Legion

The band is back for its monthly gig at the Port Credit Legion with guest vocalist Dionne Grant.

Markham Concert Band Sunday Concert Series

UP in Concert

The Bowl at Sobeys Stadium present Disney and Pixar’s “UP” featuring a presentation of the complete film with Oscar® and Grammy®-winning composer Michael Giacchino’s musical score performed live to the film on September 27, 2026. Giacchino’s score conveys themes of comedy and action-adventure, embracing the emotional side with his sentimental “Married Life” suite, which earned Giacchino his first Academy Award®. In the Oscar-winning film directed by Pete Docter, a 78-year-old curmudgeonly balloon salesman, is not your average hero. When he ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies away to the wilds of South America, he finally fulfills his lifelong dream of adventure. But after Carl discovers an 8-year-old stowaway named Russell, this unlikely duo soon finds themselves on a hilarious journey in a lost world filled with danger and surprises.

Disney and Pixar's UP Live in Concert

The Soundgarden

Unzipped – 4K Restoration

Designer Isaac Mizrahi proved a force of nature on the road to his legendary fall 1994 collection, a career-defining triumph that was documented with an effervescent intimacy by Douglas Keeve, Mizrahi’s then-partner. Both a time capsule of the buoyant, raucous 1990s, when pop culture and high art became interchangeable, and a vérité-style, in-the-trenches report on the daily agonies and ecstasies of the creative process, this seminal artistic portrait—sumptuously shot by Ellen Kuras and Robert Leacock—transcends glitz and glamour to offer an extraordinary view of the charisma and force of will inherent to genius, as well as its personal costs. In English and French, with French subtitles. TICKETS (+HST) General: $15 Members: $10, $8, FREE

Talent Search International presents The Winners Circle

Trivia questions to win prizes, live Music, Few South Asian Songs, One dance performance and Guessing Game "Kasoutee". This event is suitable for patrons 16 years and older. Maximum of 2 free tickets per reservation. This event is organized by an external group and is not produced by the City of Mississauga.

A Punjabi Evening with Neha Yadav

Neha Yadav grew up in Mumbai, where food was always a mix of cultures, communities and cuisines — comforting Punjabi dishes, South Indian breakfasts, street food favourites and recipes gathered from friends and neighbours along the way. Through her home kitchen project, NaynayTreats, she creates warm, home-style dining experiences built around exactly that feeling: big flavours and shared meals. This supper club is a Punjabi evening, but it isn't restaurant-style Punjabi food. It's the kind of cooking that feels familiar, comforting and connected to home — generous in the way Punjabi hospitality always is, where guests are encouraged to eat more, try everything, and stay a little longer. —– 🌱 This menu is vegetarian; contains dairy & nuts Sweet Punjabi Lassi A creamy Punjabi yogurt drink, lightly sweetened and scented with cardamom — a refreshing welcome to the meal. Punjab's dairy culture runs deep, and lassi is what's poured generously for guests as soon as they arrive. Dahi Bhalla with Tamarind and Green Chutney Soft lentil bhallas soaked in cool, creamy yogurt, topped with a sweet-and-tangy tamarind chutney made with jaggery, chilli and roasted cumin, and a fresh cilantro-mint chutney. Finished with chaat masala, pomegranate and crisp sev — the kind of dish that shows up at Punjabi weddings and family celebrations because it makes any table feel festive. Hara Bhara Kebab with Fresh Green Chutney Crisp vegetarian patties — hara bhara means "full of green" — made with spinach, green peas, potatoes and cashews, served with a fresh cilantro-mint chutney. A popular vegetarian starter at Punjabi weddings that's just as at home on a Sunday table. Slow-Cooked Punjabi Rajma Chawal Tender red kidney beans simmered in a rich onion-and-tomato gravy, served with steamed basmati rice, boondi raita, crisp papad and Punjabi-style mango and lemon pickles. Rajma chawal is the dish many Punjabi families grow up eating on relaxed weekends — not fancy, but deeply comforting. Amritsari Fruit Cream Fresh chopped fruit like apples, bananas, grapes, and pomegranate, along with raisins, walnuts, almonds, pistachios, and cashews folded into whipped cream, condensed milk and vanilla, and chilled to a soft, scoopable texture. A generous, colourful dessert built for sharing, the kind served at weddings and family celebrations. Punjabi Masala Chai Black tea simmered with milk, fresh ginger, cardamom and warming spices, to close the evening the way Punjabi hospitality always does — with a reason to sit, talk and stay a little longer. —– BOOK NOW! – $79 + HST – https://thedepanneur.ca/products/supper-club-a-punjabi-evening-with-neha-yadav —– Neha Yadav is the cook behind NaynayTreats. Growing up in Mumbai, surrounded by people and food from all over India, she developed a deep love for meals that bring comfort and connection. Through NaynayTreats, she creates warm, home-style dining experiences inspired by the flavours and memories she grew up with. @naynay_treats —– Every week, The Depanneur invites Toronto's best culinary talents to lead fun, hands-on workshops and supper clubs. @thedepanneur

Pennywise

The Stairs – 10th Anniversary

“A huge contribution to the country… shockingly inspiring… I loved it.” – Sarah Polley "Important filmmaking for our times.” – Sean Baker "One of the best Canadian films ever made. Unforgettable." – Barry Hertz, Globe & Mail Executive produced by award-winning documentarian Alan Zweig, The Stairs follows three people who use their experiences surviving decades of drug use and sex work to help their community. Told over five years, their surprising stories reveal a world often misunderstood. Marty, Greg and Roxanne live and work in Toronto’s Regent Park neighbourhood, where they have lived and survived decades of street life. Each individual is funny, articulate, surprising and a habitual drug user. Performing outreach in their community, trying to give back, they struggle with tenuous lifestyles and past choices. With incredible access, this character-driven film follows them for five years, creating intimate portraits that challenge preconceptions. Join director Hugh Gibson for a special post-screening Q&A. Moderated by film critic and author Adam Nayman. Hugh Gibson 's feature debut as director/producer, The Stairs , premiered at TIFF and won the Toronto Film Critics Association’s prize for Best Canadian Film. The Globe & Mail recently named it one of the best Canadian films ever made. Gibson's other credits include the award-winning Hogtown Blues , A Tomb with A View , A Place Called Los Pereyra , and upcoming With You . TICKETS (+HST) General: $15 Members: $10, $8, FREE

Bruce McCulloch – The Dark Purple Slice Tour

LOW TICKET ALERT – Sabaton: Legends on Tour

Doors: 6PM | Show: 7PM Sabaton For more than two decades, Swedish metal titans Sabaton have built a reputation as one of the hardest-working bands in the industry. With ten acclaimed studio albums—including two platinum-sellers—multiple award wins and nominations, and their own annual festival and cruise, they’ve earned a global following and a place at the forefront of modern heavy metal. With Pop Evil & Wings Of Steel This is an all ages event. https://greatcanadian.com/event/sabaton/

A City in Tune: Mississauga's Greatest Hits

Named Music City in 2023, Mississauga is known locally and internationally as a hub for musical talent, with nearly 70 years of hits and significant contributions in the music industry. This rich musical history comes to life in A City in Tune: Mississauga’s Greatest Hits, with the stories, sounds, and items that reveal the people and places behind the music. Through iconic instruments, stage-worn outfits, archival materials, and ephemera from Mississauga’s music founders, rock legends, and modern icons, A City in Tune invites you to discover the stories behind the performers, the creative spaces that supported their careers, and the lasting influence of the musicians, innovators, and contributors who have shaped the city’s musical legacy. From Oscar Peterson and Ronnie Hawkins to Triumph, Billy Talent, and MR. SAUGA, the exhibition spans generations and genres, exploring how music has shaped connection, identity, and community across the city. See remarkable artifacts that bring these stories to life, including Rik Emmett’s autographed Triumph guitar, Gil Moore’s drum kit, Donna Grantis’ guitar and stage-worn tour outfits, and a collection of Billy Talent gear, memorabilia, and tour artifacts. A City in Tune is curated by the Museums of Mississauga, building on the success of the first A City in Tune exhibition in 2025, developed in collaboration with students from the University of Toronto’s Master of Museum Studies program. Research and artifacts for this installment draw from Mississauga’s rich music community, including the Mississauga Music Walk of Fame, Legends Row, Heritage Mississauga, alongside partnerships with the Region of Peel Archives and the Canadian Black Music Archives. A companion micro-exhibition runs alongside the Adamson Estate show at Courtneypark Library from September 25, 2026 to February 26, 2027. While the exhibition at Adamson Estate celebrates some of Mississauga's most influential music legends and the places that shaped the city's musical legacy, this companion exhibition shines a spotlight on the grassroots musicians, emerging artists, and community connections that continue to define Mississauga's sound today. It is inspired by the 2025 exhibition, A City in Tune, presented at Bradley Museum. Special dates and programs: Members Preview Night Wednesday September 23, 2026 - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. As a member of the Museums of Mississauga, be the first to experience our newest exhibition celebrating Mississauga's music legends. Through artifacts, interactive experiences, and community voices, discover how music brings people together while shaping connection and belonging across the city. Join us on September 23 for an exclusive members' preview night. Become a member Exhibition Opening Reception Saturday September 26, 2026 - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Join us to celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition, A City in Tune: Mississauga's Greatest Hits. Enjoy complimentary refreshments and be among the first to explore instruments, outfits, archival materials, and iconic artifacts that celebrate the musicians, innovators, and contributors who have shaped Mississauga's music story. The exhibition will officially open with remarks from Councillor Dasko at 11:00 a.m. Advance reservations are required, as space is limited. Free event. An Evening of Piano Friday, November 20, 2026 - 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Join us for an intimate evening at historic Adamson Estate as live music brings A City in Tune: Mississauga's Greatest Hits to life. Featuring vocalist Heather Christine and acclaimed pianist Bill King, this special performance is inspired by the artists and stories featured throughout the exhibition. Explore the galleries after hours, enjoy light refreshments and experience Mississauga's music story in a unique and memorable setting. Advance reservations are required as space is limited. Admissions for this event are by donation. About Heather Christine Heather Christine is an award-winning Mississauga vocalist, composer, and producer whose soulful blend of jazz, pop, and R&B has captivated audiences across Canada, including performances at Celebration Square and other major venues. A passionate advocate for the local arts community, she produced the acclaimed Isn't She Lovely concert series, which celebrated women in music at Mississauga's Living Arts Centre and featured award-winning artist Patti Jannetta-Baker. Heather's recent single, C'est Magnifique, was produced by celebrated Canadian pianist Bill King and has received international radio airplay, while her collaborative EP with the Bill King Trio showcases her original compositions and fresh takes on jazz standards. Deeply committed to community-building through music, she also founded West Vocal Jam, an inclusive open-stage program for local performers. Recognized with Mississauga's Music Artist of the Year Award by Mississauga City Councillor Stephen Dasko at the Ward 1 Community Excellence Awards, she is also the recipient of the Best New Artist Award presented by Mississauga Music in 2018. Heather Christine is grateful to share her passion for music her husband Matt Zaddy. Together they perform as their musical duo River North. About Bill King Bill King is a renowned pianist, composer, producer, broadcaster, and jazz advocate with deep ties to Toronto and Mississauga's music communities. A student of Oscar Peterson's Advanced School of Contemporary Music and a scholarship recipient to Berklee College of Music, King has spent decades shaping Canada's jazz scene as founder of The Jazz Report, a founder and artistic director of the Beaches International Jazz Festival for 30 years, and producer of acclaimed recordings by artists including Liberty Silver, Sophie Milman, Chaka Khan, and Pat LaBarbera. Throughout his remarkable career, he has worked with music legends such as Janis Joplin, Linda Ronstadt, Martha Reeves, The Pointer Sisters, and former Mississauga resident Ronnie Hawkins. His long-standing tribute projects celebrating Oscar Peterson's legacy, along with his award-winning production work and mentorship of Canadian artists, have made him one of the country's most influential figures in the jazz music scene and beyond. King is an eleven-year artist in residence at the Harris Institute of Music and is currently Executive Director of the Redwood Theatre in Toronto.

2026 Fall Baby Show

Toronto’s Fall Baby Show Grows to Three-Day Experience, Giving Parents More Time to Shop, Learn, and Connect with Canada’s Top Brands and Parenting Experts Presented by The Canadian Scholarship Trust Foundation, Canada’s largest baby event returns to the Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place from October 2–4 As parents balance the upfront costs of preparing for a new baby with long-term financial planning, The Fall Baby Show , presented by The Canadian Scholarship Trust Foundation (CST), returns as Canada’s leading pregnancy and parenting event. The show brings more than 200 local and national exhibitors, offering a one-stop destination to discover, compare, and test the latest baby products while connecting with parenting experts, and trusted brands. This fall, the show is expanding its schedule to run three days instead of two, opening on Friday to allow attendees more time to shop and enjoy the show. Admission includes access to complimentary massages, educational seminars, and live demonstrations covering sleep training, car seat safety, postpartum recovery, and more. The Fall Baby Show takes place October 2–4 at the Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place. This year’s exhibitors include leading brands such as Volvo , Graco , Royale Diapers , Clement , Biogaia , Aveeno Baby , UPPAbaby , Evenflo , Peg Perego , Munchkin , Baby Bjorn , Maxi-Cosi , and Zavida Coffee . Attendees can also enter to win a range of exciting prizes, including CST’s “Igniting Dreams Contest”, featuring monthly prizes and a grand prize of a $10,000 CST Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP). Plus, visitors will have the chance to win a year’s supply of Royale Diapers. 2026 Fall Baby Show Highlights: CST Seminar Stage: Equipping expectant and new parents with the confidence and practical tools to navigate day one and beyond. Featuring a lineup of leading birth, health, and parenting specialists, the stage offers actionable advice to help growing families thrive. Pack Smart. Heal Well. 4th Trimester Prep Speaker: Rhowena Adolfo Patel, Mama Care Coach and Doula Learn how to prepare for birth and postpartum recovery with practical strategies for packing your hospital bag, supporting your body’s healing, and navigating the fourth trimester. Discover what you really need, what you can skip, and how to feel more confident before labour begins. The Early Weeks with Newborn – Advice and Guidance from a Newborn Care Specialist Speaker: Maria Robertson, Founder & CEO of The New Mummy Company Gain practical, expert advice to help you navigate the first weeks with a newborn. Learn the essentials of feeding, soothing, sleep, routines, and common newborn challenges, with clear strategies to help both baby and parents thrive. Pain-Free Nursing – The Secrets of a Pain-Free Latch Speaker: Taya Griffin , Certified Lactation Consultant Breastfeeding can be more challenging than many new parents expect. Learn how to achieve a comfortable, effective latch and make breastfeeding a more positive experience. This session covers the foundations of pain-free nursing, common challenges and practical techniques to support you and your baby. Common Car Seat Misuses and How to Avoid Them Speaker : Holly Choi, Child Safety Expert from Safe Beginnings First Aid Holly Choi will discuss the common car seat mistakes she helps families resolve on a regular basis and how to avoid them, so you can ensure your little one is riding safe and sound. Volvo Safety Stage : Leading experts covering a variety of life-saving topics. The Complete Guide to Safe Exercise During Pregnancy and Postpartum Speaker: Jessica Sennet, Founder & CEO of MIGHTY MOM™ Cut through the confusion around prenatal and postpartum fitness with practical advice on staying active safely through every stage of parenthood. Learn what to modify, bust common myths, and leave with expert tips you can put into practice right away. Setting Your Newborn Up for Sleep Success Speaker: Kimberley Fernandez, Certified Baby-Led Sleep and Wellness Specialist, Certified Birth Doula, and Postpartum Doula, Sleep of Mind. Learn pro-tips on how to get your newborn sleeping for longer stretches as well as critical safe sleep guidelines that can help decrease the risk of SIDS. Winter Safety Tips for Parents Speaker : Amanda Occhicone, Founder & CEO, Tempo Outerwear (Canadian brand of car seat safe jackets) Join Amanda as she shares practical tips for keeping children safe and warm on the road. Drawing on her firsthand experience as a parent, she’ll offer simple solutions that combine safety, comfort, and style. Visit www.thebabyshows.com for a full speaker schedule.

Pareidolia

Pareidolia explores the playful power of imagination – when everyday objects transform before our eyes. Jackets become singers, tutus become ostriches, and oceans of plastic dance like waves in this wordless visual theatre experience. Poetic, comedic, and endlessly inventive, the show invites audiences of all ages and cultures to discover the extraordinary hidden within the ordinary. “Pareidolia is a revolutionary act that invites us to reconnect with the playful spirit of our childhood, when everything was possible and everything had a soul.” (La Llave Maestra) La Llave Maestra has become one of Chile’s leading companies in Visual theatre. They combine Object Theatre, Masks, Clowning and Movement in their creations; creating poetic, playful and surrealist universes that make the spectator travel creatively and connect them with their own dreams and delusions. Pareidolia is a master class in physical theatre where the absence of words creates a universal language for all; fully relying on body language, movement, and sound to appeal to the viewer's imagination . It asks us: if we change the way we look at the world, can we also change our perception of reality?

Sunset Plein Air Picnic *Fall Edition*

We're back, painting golden leaves and golden light in the fall edition of Plein Air Picnic, on Spadina Ave 🌇 For this round of our relaxing plein air picnic, we'll be at Daniels U of T sipping hot tea and painting fall colours. Whether you are a hobbyist, or professional, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to build a scene in changing light, how to handle your materials for on-the-go painting, and receive live feedback while enjoying the crisp autumn air together. Challenge yourself to a limited colour palette, while learning how to execute an outdoor scene, from underpainting to texture-making. Paints, brushes, and surfaces will be provided for this session . Feel free to bring any food and beverages you'd like. We'll have hot tea and some pastries from a local bakery. We highly encourage you to come out and make some friends (or sign up with one!), in this outdoor session. Oh, and, don't drink the paint water!

Riverside Vintage Crawl – Fall Edition

Get ready for it on Friday, October 2nd…the Riverside Vintage Crawl is back! Step into the season with Vintage Shopping in store + sidewalk sales, Complimentary snacks & refreshments, We pay the tax (in-store), and Local Raffle prizes! FREE TICKETS & RSVP for details on participating locations, plus related perks and promos: https://riverside-to.com/riverside-vintage-crawl/

Toronto Sauna Festival 2026

Toronto Sauna Festival returns to Evergreen Brick Works from October 2–4, 2026, transforming the venue into a three-day social wellness festival built around heat, cold, movement, music and community. Following a sold-out 2025 debut attended by 1,500 people, the second annual festival expands to more than triple the original space with 20+ saunas and practitioners from Canada, Germany, Poland, Romania and Estonia. Guests can explore performative Aufguss sessions, herbal infusions, scrubs, Banya-inspired rituals, guided and free-flow cold plunges, yoga, Pilates, breathwork, sound sessions, recovery experiences, live music, DJs, food, tea and interactive activations. Friday begins with a more intimate immersive opening night from 6–10 p.m. On Saturday and Sunday, guests select a four-hour session based on the atmosphere they want, then move through the festival’s core experiences at their own pace. Programming varies by session, giving each part of the weekend its own energy and its own rhythm.

JO1: NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

Lostvoy EP Release Show w/ Sudden Waves, Dear Youth & Misto

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CAMH Engage Gala

Join CAMH Engage on Friday, October 2 at Toronto’s iconic Fairmont Royal York for an unforgettable evening of elegance, connection and purpose in support of the CAMH Foundation. The annual CAMH Engage Gala brings together Toronto’s young professional community to celebrate progress, create meaningful connections and help drive lasting change in mental health research and care. Last year, the gala raised more than $125,000 for the CAMH Foundation. This year, we’re coming together once again to build on that impact and help unlock a future where no one is left behind. Because the key to lasting change is all of us coming together. Event Details Friday, October 2, 2026 Fairmont Royal York Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Formal attire encouraged Tickets are available now at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/camh-engage-gala–2026 Learn more here: https://www.camhengage.com/camh-engage-gala

Firepower – Judas Priest Tribute, Blakk Zzabbath Sozziety

Graham Barham: Club Country Tour

Interpol with support from DIIV

Indie 88 Presents: Interpol with support from DIIV Interpol’s seventh album The Other Side of Make-Believe finds the band exploring new emotional territory while staying true to their signature sound. Alongside the familiar dark undertones, the record introduces a sense of vulnerability, grace, and even hope, with Paul Banks’ more understated vocals and Daniel Kessler’s expansive guitar work pushing their music into fresh, more introspective territory. Written largely in isolation during 2020 and completed in 2021 with producers Flood and Alan Moulder, the album reflects both the uncertainty of the times and a deliberate shift toward resilience and emotional clarity. While themes of distorted reality and modern disillusionment remain, Interpol counterbalances them with a focus on human strength and connection, resulting in a record that feels both reflective and quietly optimistic.

Ray Lau

The Honest Heart Collective

The Music of Coldplay: Live Symphony

Toronto Pops Orchestra presents The Music of Coldplay: Live Symphony; an unforgettable evening celebrating one of the most beloved bands of the 21st century featuring a live 65-piece symphonic orchestra. Experience Coldplay's biggest hits reimagined for full orchestra in a spectacular live concert, featuring lush symphonic arrangements that bring new depth and grandeur to songs like Viva la Vida, Clocks, Fix You, Yellow, Paradise, The Scientist, and more. Whether you're a lifelong Coldplay fan or discovering their music in a new way, the TPO offers an unforgettable musical experience for audiences of all ages. Presented in a premium theatre setting with reserved seating, every guest will enjoy exceptional acoustics and outstanding views of the stage. Join us for a one-night celebration of the music that has inspired millions around the world, brought to life through the sound of a full live orchestra.

The Schizophonics – Burning Floor Tour

DanceWorks CoWorks presents Affect | Effect by Jrifters

A DanceWorks CoWorks Series Event Inspired by the urban landscape, Affect | Effect explores the tension between connection and isolation, visibility and anonymity, and the continuous loop between internal states and the external world. Living in a “concrete jungle,” the natural world and our interconnectedness are often obscured, even as they remain ever-present. Affect | Effect examines how architecture, proximity, and observation influence behaviour and perception. The work creates a shared space of reflection on connection, environmental influence, and our responsibility to one another.

K. Maro with Special Guests

Killer B Cinema Presents: Srigala!

On Friday, October 2nd, join us for the Indonesian Friday the 13th! Where summer camp is still dangerous! Advanced tickets are $5 (plus Eventbrite service fee); tickets at the door are $8 (Space is limited, and tickets sell out fast)! Doors open at 7:30 pm, and the movie begins at 8:00. Ticket link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/killer-b-cinema-presents-srigala-tickets-1999863321028?aff=oddtdtcreator *NO outside food or drinks; please buy food and drinks from the venue. *All films have closed captioning. Movie info: It’s the month of Halloween, and what better time to see the Friday the 13th rip-off you’ve probably never seen! Srigala is Indonesia’s wonderfully wild take on the original Friday the 13th. And if you’re wondering, “Is this a true slasher film?” Absolutely… but with a healthy pinch of Southeast Asian over-the-top cinema thrown into the mix! Considered an obscure gem of Southeast Asian horror, Srigala is a must-see, especially if you love slashers, cult horror, and movies that aren’t afraid to get a little weird. Srigala was directed by legendary Indonesian filmmaker Sisworo Gautama Putra, who also directed the original Satan’s Slaves! Like Friday the 13th, the story follows a gaggle of young adults — aka future slasher victims — who make their way to a remote lakeside camp. There’s a little relaxation, a little fun…and then the chaos begins! Info about See-Scape: Our movies will be shown on the second floor! There are two bars available in See-Scape. The bar on the second floor is open during our event and is cash-only. Debit/Credit purchases are available on the main floor. See-Scape also has an amazing menu. To learn more about See-Scape, please click here! https://www.seescapeto.com/ See-Scape is located at 347 Keele Street (the closest intersection is Keele/Dundas) and is easily accessible via TTC. (from Keele Station or Dundas West Station) Parking: There is a Green P parking lot beside See-Scape and a few other paid parking lots nearby. Each month, join Lizzie Violet & Zoltan Du Lac for killer B-moves from the 1930s to the present! Please like our Facebook page and Instagram @killerbcinema so you don’t miss an invite. Thank you to See-Scape and their staff! They make our monthly event extra unforgettable! We hope to see you at See-Scape.

Not Dead Yet! – John Cleese and the Holy Grail at 50

Phoebe Bridgers: The Lost Tour

Project Nowhere

Showpieces

Showpieces Friday, October 2, 2026 · 7:30 pm The Salvation Army Scarborough Citadel 2021 Lawrence Avenue East, Scarborough Open the season with an evening of orchestral brilliance and sweeping energy. SPO Artistic Director Ronald Royer conducts a thrilling program featuring celebrated cellist Cameron Crozman in Dvořák’s beloved Cello Concerto in B Minor. The concert also includes Liszt’s dramatic Les Préludes and Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2, alongside "White Pine" and "Poplar" from About the Trees by Canadian composer Kye Marshall.

Timothy Yanick Hunter: Playing Pictures

Playing Pictures (2026) is an installation and performance work that combines sound, moving images, and realtime improvisation. Offering audiences insight into his creative practice, Hunter will experiment with processes of splicing and fragmenting images and exploring electronic digital and wiring systems as a way to understand human movement and diaspora. The presentation is a coalescence of Hunter’s studio experimentation and research process. Performance is 7:30-9:30 pm. Playing Pictures is made possible thanks to the City of Toronto, the Province of Ontario and the Ontario Arts Council. We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts.

Tribute to Cher, Shania Twain, and Linda Ronstadt - She is the Song

She Is the Song brings the legendary music of Linda Ronstadt, Shania Twain, and Cher to life in one spectacular tribute experience. From Linda Ronstadt’s soul-stirring ballads, to Shania Twain’s unstoppable country-pop anthems, to Cher’s fearless, electrifying stage presence — this dazzling show celebrates the power, passion, and individuality of three trailblazing icons. Expect timeless hits, powerhouse vocals, and a high-energy performance that will have you singing along and dancing in your seat. It’s more than a concert — it’s a celebration of strength, style, and the women who changed music. Get your tickets now — this is one night you won’t want to miss! Please note: Complimentary tickets for infants (aged 0-12 months), please contact the Ticket Office for more information. All sales final. This event is organized by an external group and is not produced by the City of Mississauga.

A Jazz Celebration of The Beatles

Beatles classics meet jazz improvisation in Toronto! Enter the recording studio and experience classic Beatles songs reimagined as jazz standards by the Glenn Paul Trio ! Featuring swing, groove, and modern jazz arrangements, the live performance will be recorded and mixed for an upcoming album! Limited capacity.

Crvena Jabuka – 40th Anniversary Tour

James Ehnes’s 50th Birthday Tour

Recognized as “a violinist in a class of his own,” (The Times) James Ehnes celebrates his 50th birthday with a special international tour. His Koerner Hall appearance with pianist Andrew Armstrong features works by Brahms and Bartók, along with a new piece by acclaimed Canadian composer Carmen Braden which has been co-commissioned by the RCM. An Honorary Fellow of The Royal Conservatory, Ehnes has established himself as one of the most sought-after musicians on the international stage. Gifted with a rare combination of stunning virtuosity, serene lyricism, and an unfaltering musicality, he is a favourite guest at the world’s most celebrated concert halls. Praised by critics for his passionate expression and dazzling technique, pianist Andrew Armstrong has delighted audiences across Asia, Europe, Latin America, Canada, and the United States, including performances at Alice Tully Hall, Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, London’s Wigmore Hall, the Grand Hall of the Moscow Conservatory, and Warsaw’s National Philharmonic. Please join us! This concert is preceded by a short performance by talented students of The Royal Conservatory. Prelude Recital starts at 7:00pm. PROGRAM: Christian Sinding: Collection of Songs for Violin and Piano, op. 10 Johannes Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 3 in D Minor, op. 108 Carmen Braden: Imaginal for violin and piano Béla Bartók: Rhapsody No. 1, BB94a, Sz. 86

Sasha Velour: Travesty

Gay AF Comedy @ Just For Laughs Toronto

GAY AF COMEDY is back queering up Just For Laughs Toronto! Toronto's favourite Queer comedy fix is serving big laughs with a lineup of Canada’s top LGBTQ comedians, so be prepared for a fabulous night of Queer comedy that’s straight up hilarious! Featuring Mickey Dykeman Steve Degay Luke Witt Daphney Joseph and Bren D'Souza Hosted by Robert Watson Friday Oct 2nd 8:30pm. Comedy Bar, 945 Bloor St W. Tickets $25. Grab your friends (with consent) and come join the funny! ACCESSIBILITY Comedy Bar Bloor is a basement venue with 16 steps down to the entrance. Washrooms are located on the main floor.

Latin Friday: Cafe Cubano + Drey Dance Academy

Fridays, we host Toronto's best Latin nights with a live salsa band & DJ! Enjoy tropical dinner & cocktails, big live Latin band & DJ. Dance to salsa, bachata, reggaeton & top 40 hits! This week, we have Pianist Jorge Betancourt leading this now-legendary Cuban ensemble, known for their unique blend of salsa, funk and timba.

Doghouse Rose, Pomegranate (MTL) & Giant Tiger

Harbour Nights (DJ Session) Yacht Rock/Disco/Funk

HARBOUR NIGHTS (DJ Session) Featuring DJs JChameleon, Scully Funk & Gazza *Yacht Rock, Rare Funk, Smooth Disco Selections* Join the crew, as we set sail on a sea of yacht rock, smooth disco, rare funk and more. Come bump that nautical booty as we take Harbour Nights to the heart of The Junction. Free with RSVP before 11pm 19+ Doors at 9pm RSVP LINK: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/harbour-nights-yacht-rock-rare-funk-smooth-disco-at-junction-underground-tickets-1999412175640 *Tropical & Nautical attire encouraged* You may be asking yourself, what is Yacht Rock? Yacht rock is a genre of music that emerged in the 1970s and peaked in the early 1980s. It is characterized by its smooth, polished sound, reminiscent of the soft rock and pop music of that era. The term "yacht rock" was coined in the 2000s by music critics and enthusiasts to describe the style of music often associated with sailing, luxury, and a laid-back coastal lifestyle. Yacht rock songs typically feature lush arrangements, smooth melodies, and sophisticated production techniques. The lyrics often focus on themes of romance, leisure, and escapism. Artists commonly associated with yacht rock include Christopher Cross, Steely Dan, Toto, Michael McDonald, and Kenny Loggins, among others. Despite not being a widely recognized genre during its heyday, yacht rock has experienced a resurgence in popularity in recent years, with fans celebrating its smooth sound and nostalgic appeal. There are even dedicated yacht rock radio stations, playlists, and events like Harbour Nights that celebrate this unique musical style. Get on board!

Surf Hat with Special Guests

Wuki

Wuki at Future Nightclub.

MATRAKK (Free Before Midnight)

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TRACKMEET & STAMINA Present locker_room.mp3 👾 OCT 2 ADELAIDE HALL a night of hyperpop, glitchcore, digicore, UG, & more Sounds all night by 📀 FLY TENSHI 📀 AJI 📀 MISS BIBLE XO Come get into ur faves … 💿 UNDERSCORES 💿 SOPHIE 💿 JANE REMOVER 💿 NINAJIRACHI 💿 SLAYYYTER & MORE … Party starts at 10:30 pm. Limited door tickets available.🍒

Late Night at Lula: Puxadinho Edition

Puxadinho returns for its 3rd edition with a very special new chapter: Puxadinho – Late Night Edition, after Lula's famous Latin Friday. Toronto's Weekly Global Afterparty! Every Friday night at 11 PM, Lula elevates the party to the next level! Following our weekly live Latin band, Lula now features local and international bands and DJs playing high-energy global beats to keep the dance floor moving late into the night. Puxadinho Puxadinho is a Brazilian party experience created to bring people together through music, dance, culture and that unmistakable Brazilian energy. After two unforgettable editions, Puxadinho returns for its 3rd edition with a very special new chapter: Puxadinho – Late Night Edition, in partnership with the legendary Lula Lounge in Toronto. Get ready for a night where Brazil comes together on one dance floor! Stephanie and Salve Show will bring the best of Brazilian music — from Carnaval and Axé Music to Samba, Forró, Sertanejo and much more — all mixed into one vibrant, high-energy celebration. Come dance, sing, celebrate and experience Brazil after dark. One night. Many rhythms. One unforgettable Puxadinho. Arrive at 11 pm and enjoy some of the Latin orchestra before the late-night global party begins Late kitchen • Late last call Bottle Service Reservations for bottle service can be made by calling 416 588 0307. Please note that these tickets are general admission and do not guarantee seating. Buy early and get the early bird discount

NEW! The Art of Korean Moon Jars: Mother-of-Pearl Diffuser

A hands-on workshop with artist instructor Kay Lee exploring Korean Moon Jar art. Participants decorate a handcrafted Jesmonite Moon Jar with mother-of-pearl and dried florals to create a refillable diffuser keepsake.

Salmon Run Community Ride 2026

Bring along your bikes for an exciting bike ride along the Credit River to watch the Salmon Run! If you’re somebody who loves the opportunity to observe nature while getting exercise, you will love this ride! Each year during Fall these 20+ pound salmon make their way from Lake Ontario and up the Credit River to spawn. The Salmon Run is a fascinating show that is a must see! On October 3, the ride will depart from River Grove Community Centre at 10 am. There will be distance options of 8 km and 16 km. Can’t make the in-person ride? Don’t worry, every ride will be available for the rest of the year so you can explore your neighbourhood by bike whenever you have the time! Route Links: 8 km route 16km route About the Community Rides program The City of Mississauga is hosting a series of free, in-person bike rides from May to October. They are the perfect way to explore your neighbourhood by bike and meet new people. Rides are designed with a variety of distances and all riders are welcome! All rides leave the start location at 10 a.m. and will end with refreshments. REGISTRATION PROCEDURES: There is an online waiver attached to your eventbrite registration which must be completed by each individual participant. Registrants must sign-in at the tent/table prior to the ride. Registered participants should arrive at least 15 minutes early to sign in. NOTE: Day of registration for this event is available, however space is limited and everyone is encouraged to register online beforehand to guarantee participation. If registering day-of, please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the ride start time to complete written forms. CANCELLATION POLICY: If warranted by the weather forecast, rides will be cancelled. Cancellation decisions will be made by the end of the business day prior to the ride, and be communicated to all registered riders by e-mail, and posted to the Mississauga Bikes webpage. There will be NO rain dates or rescheduling for cancelled rides. MINOR PARTICIPANTS: All participants aged 17 or younger must be accompanied by a parent/guardian, and must be registered separately. Children aged 6 and under must travel in bike trailers, bike-mounted child seats or on tandem-tows, and also need to be registered separately. Minors that are over the age of 7 are allowed to ride their own bike. Minors aged 14-17 may ride unaccompanied with parental permission. The adult parent/guardian must first be entered into the system, and then register their child and accept the permission statements. BIKE HELMETS: All riders must wear a bike helmet when participating in City of Mississauga cycling events. Those without a helmet will not be allowed to participate. Photo and/or Video Release: Video footage, photos and/or recordings will be taken during this event, which may include your voice, recognizable image or appearance. Please be advised, by participating in this event, you consent to the City of Mississauga using your voice, recognizable image or appearance in print, digital or web-based formats for promotional and archival purposes in any and all media, without compensation and you release the City of Mississauga from any liability relating thereto of any nature. Do not enter the area if you do not agree to be subject to the foregoing.

Steeped in History Exhibit

Steeped in History: Tea’s Culture, Commerce and Ceremony explores tea’s 5,000-year history through artifacts, reproductions from the Richmond Hill Artifact Collections, and community reflections.

Tree Planting Events

Help us add more trees towards the City of Mississauga’s goal of planting one million trees by joining a tree planting event at a local park. No experience needed – just bring your enthusiasm. We’ll teach you how to plant like a pro and help make our park even more beautiful. Equipment such as shovels will be provided. Online registration is required. Dates and locations: Saturday September 19, 2026 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Fairwinds Park, 5047 Fairwind Drive Register for September 19 tree planting event Saturday October 3, 2026 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Lakefront Promenade Park, 800 Lakefront Promenade Register for October 3 tree planing event Saturday October 17, 2026 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Fairwinds Park, 181 Eglinton Avenue West Register for October 17 tree planting event Saturday October 24, 2026 - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Fairwinds Park, 181 Eglinton Avenue West Register for October 24 tree planing event Saturday, October 31, 2026 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Knotty Pine Park, 835 Knotty Pine Grove Come plant some boo-tiful native trees and shrubs at Knotty Pine Park during our Trick or Trees public tree planting event! Put on your best Halloween costume for a chance to win a prize and help us add more trees towards the City of Mississauga’s goal of planting one million trees. Register for Trick or Trees Guidelines: Online registration is required. Dress appropriately for the weather. Wear closed-toed, sturdy shoes and long pants. Equipment such as shovels will be provided. You may also bring your own. Staff on site can sign off volunteer hours for youth under 18 years old at the Trick or Trees event. Additional instructions will be provided by email closer to the event date. For questions or concerns, please email onemilliontrees@mississauga.ca or call 311 (905-615-4311 from outside Mississauga).

🍁 Anga's Fall Fun Fair 2026 🍁

You don't have to leave Toronto to experience fall on the farm! Join us for our annual Fall Fun Fair at Anga's Farm & Nursery! Spend the day enjoying live entertainment, shopping local vendors, exploring seasonal attractions, discovering hands-on workshops, and celebrating everything we love about autumn on one of Toronto's last remaining family-owned farms. Whether you're coming with family, friends, or making it a date day, there's something for everyone to enjoy. 🍁 Fall Fun Fair: A Full Day of Autumn Fun! 🌧️ Rain or Shine! 📅 Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 🕙 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 89 Bankfield Drive, Toronto, ON M9V 2R2 Main Stage Entertainment: 🎶 Live Music 🎩 Interactive Magic Show 🎤 Ms. Rachel-Inspired Live Performance ✨ More Performances & times will be announced closer to the event as we finalize this year's entertainment lineup. Activities & Attractions: 🛍️ Local Vendor Market 🍔 Food Vendors 🌾 Straw Maze 🚜 Wagon Rides 📸 Fall Photo Opportunities 🎨 FREE Face Painting 🎈 Family-Friendly Activities 🎨 Creative Corner Workshops (Optional Add-On Experiences) Looking to take home something special? Visit our Workshop Greenhouse and choose from a variety of hands-on fall workshops. These workshops are optional add-on experiences and require an additional fee beyond your Fall Fun Fair admission ticket. 🎃 Pumpkin Painting 👻 Spooky Beaded Keychain Making 🌾 Fall Floral Arrangement Workshop ✨ FREE Face Painting is included with your Fall Fun Fair admission! 🎟️ A valid Fall Fun Fair admission ticket is required to participate in all workshops. Workshop fees are additional and available for purchase online or at the event while supplies last. Early Bird Pricing (until Sept. 19th/2026) General Admission: $12 Seniors (65+): $10 Children 2 & Under: FREE Regular Pricing: General Admission: $15 Seniors (65+): $12 Children 2 & Under: FREE Purchase your tickets online in advance to take advantage of Early Bird pricing. Your emailed order confirmation serves as your admission ticket. Visit our website for more details & to sign up! www.angasfarm.ca

Brews and Bites

Celebrate local brewers and learn more about the site’s brewing history! Connect with one of Toronto’s earliest brewery sites, enjoy local craft beverages and food, join historic house tours, and engage with local organizations to share stories about food, brewing and community.

Picklefest Toronto 2026

Toronto is getting dillirious! Picklefest Toronto returns for its fourth year, October 3–4 at Henderson Brewing Co., bigger and better than ever with 20+ new vendors, wild pickle creations, live entertainment and more. And there are some Toronto-only reasons to come hungry: NEW Brine Drinking Competition — drink the brine, take the challenge! Live tattooing — a Toronto-exclusive experience “Pickle Yourself” digital experience — turn yourself into a pickle, virtually Show Us Your Pickle — the home-pickling competition returns with $1,000 up for grabs More pickle vendors, more samples and more creative pickle dishes than ever Expect everything from pickles on a stick to pickle banana split, plus DJs, live bands and a Kids Zone. Picklefest Toronto 2026 October 3–4 | Henderson Brewing Co. | 128a Sterling Road

Watermedia Workshop

Holbein, Legion Paper, and General Pencil Watermedia Workshop This Brand Ambassador Materials Workshop is a hands-on workshop for artists of all levels and experience from beginner to professional. Along with the instructor Alanna Cartier, this guided workshop is a learning experience where participants have the opportunity to experiment with many different materials. The Watermedia Workshop will focus on Holbein’s Watercolor, Gouache, Acrylic Gouache, and Watercolor Mediums, as well as Legion’s 100% cotton Stonehenge Aqua White and Black papers, Yupo White paper, and an assortment of General Pencil materials. All materials will be provided! Who is this for? Artists and hobbyists interested in exploring Holbein watercolor, gouache, acrylic gouache, and watercolor mediums.

Tea Blending with Katie Cyr

Enlighten your senses and your knowledge of teas and tisanes in this interactive tea blending workshop with Katie Cyr, Certified Tea Sommelier and founder of The Monarch Tea Co. Explore over a dozen herbs, fruits and spices and create your own custom tea blend based on the flavours, tastes and health benefits that appeal to you most. Along the way, you'll learn about the art, history and culture of tea blending, plus tips and tricks for brewing the perfect cup. —– What's Included Vintage Teacup Rental — sip your creations in style throughout the workshop 3 Custom Blended Teas — 20g each, yours to take home Tea Tasting Wheel — one per guest, to keep exploring after class Complimentary Tea — served throughout the workshop A 1.5-hour hands-on session led by a Certified Tea Sommelier. —– BOOK NOW! $79 + HST – https://thedepanneur.ca/products/cooking-class-tea-blending-with-katie-cyr-of-monarch-tea-co – —– Katie Cyr's first experience with tea comes from the memory of drinking Irish Breakfast with her grandmother out of delicate teacups. Today, as a Certified Tea Sommelier, she carries that same reverence and passion for the art of tea into her day-to-day life. Katie founded The Monarch Tea Co. in 2014 with the vision of bringing together the traditional elegance of tea time with a modern twist. She offers her bespoke tea online and in select retailers, alongside interactive virtual and in-person tea workshops taught worldwide, and also gives free tea talks at seniors' centres and volunteers with Meals on Wheels. She's certified through the Tea and Herb Association of Canada. Her favourite tea: Cream Earl Grey & Genmaicha. @monarchteaco | monarchteaco.com

Inter Toronto FC vs. Cavalry FC

Luminous 2026: A Photography Exhibit

Photography Comes Alive with Music, Dance and Spoken Word Luminous: 15th Annual Heliconian Photography Exhibit Exhibition runs from 2 Oct- 28 Oct 2026 Heliconian Hall in Yorkville hosts LUMINOUS, a exhibition of fourteen women photographers. Eight performance artists engage with the spirit of selected photographs, a delightful form of synergy. This interaction of art disciplines is called 'ekphrasis.' Oct 3 from 2-5:00 : Reception with dance, music and spoken word performances Two different performances: at 2:15 and 3:15 . Free. Oct 14 from 5-8:30 : Open Viewing Artist talks, music, dance and spoken word performances from 7-8:30 . Free. Luminous Photographers: Linda Briskin, Brianna Caryll, Lucie Collins, Martha Davis, Kye Marshall, Denise Roberts, Jana Skarecky and Henrietta Walmark Performers: Taivi, Brianna (Bri) Clarke, Kate Marshall Flaherty, Bianca Lakoseljac, Kye Marshall, Elizabeth Ruth, Jana Skarecky and JC Sulzenko Guest Photographers: Simone Creed, Grace Dan, Vivian East, Florence Guttman, Nola McConnan and Tanya Murdoch Free public viewings: Oct 3 from 2-5 and Oct 14 from 5-8:30 You can also view by appointment. Please contact: info@heliconianclub.org Convenors: Linda Briskin and Brianna Caryll Please join us. Bring a friend. To view by appointment or for more information, contact 416-922-3618 Email: info@heliconianclub.org Website: http://heliconianclub.org

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So Now You Know: Personal Stories in Motion

An immersive outdoor dance show that brings The Great Gatsby and the Roaring ‘20s to life. So Now You Know is a community engagement performance that combines storytelling and movement to create a show that is hilarious, poignant and uplifting. Artistic Director Janet Roston and storytelling coach Ryan Bergmann work with members from the Toronto community to develop their personal histories of discovery and shape movement unique to each story. It’s an afternoon about (and for) Toronto.

Toronto Argonauts vs. BC Lions

Sans Soleil

Part travelogue, part essay, part epistolary reverie, this endlessly seductive magnum opus from the late French polymath Chris Marker eludes categorization. An unseen, unnamed narrator comments on or reads from letters written by a vagabond cameraman named Sandor Krasna over a beguilingly digressive stream of images captured in Iceland, Japan, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Île-de-France, and San Francisco. Associative and lyrical, playful and meditative, Sans Soleil circles themes of memory and history, time and its ceaselessness. There are continual leaps in editing, sudden freeze-frames, and the fleeting, rebellious thrill that arises when a subject looks directly at the camera. A quintessential example of the fusion of documentary and invention, it’s a film for those who long to wander with insatiable curiosity, who are fascinated by the sacred-exotic, who want to remember everything, even though they know perfectly well that memory’s really just the lining of forgetting. – José Teodoro In French, Japanese, English, Cantonese, Japanese sign language, with English subtitles. Introduced by author, critic, and curator José Teodoro and followed by an informal conversation. TICKETS (+HST) General: $15 Members: $10, $8, FREE

Nuit Blanche Night Waves: CityPlace & Fort York

Presented by Drom Artist Collective in collaboration with Rudy Ray & Co. As late summer gives way to fall—and thousands of people arrive in Toronto to study, work and make the city home—Night Waves transforms Canoe Landing Park into an evening of sound, movement and collective exploration. Curated by Drom Artist Collective in collaboration with Rudy Ray & Co., the activation animates Bobber Plaza through live music, dance and participatory performance, celebrating Toronto’s cultural diversity while creating an accessible platform for local artists. Night Waves takes inspiration from Night Ride and Night Walk, Toronto’s iconic 1980s late-night television programs built around music, movement and wandering through the city. The title also speaks to sound waves, water, migration and the Canoe itself—connecting the experience to place, movement and Toronto after dark. The evening unfolds as a journey: beginning with live performance, expanding into collective dance, and culminating in a multi-channel Silent Disco beneath the downtown skyline. Program Overview Flamenco Performance: An hour-long Flamenco performance opens the evening with rhythm, movement and improvisation, inviting audiences into the space and establishing dance as a shared language. Afro-Cuban Live Band + Salsa: Two 40-minute sets from a full Afro-Cuban ensemble bring the plaza to life, paired with an interactive salsa lesson that shifts audiences from spectators to participants. Night Waves Silent Disco: The evening culminates in an immersive Silent Disco featuring four Toronto-based DJs representing the breadth of the city’s dance music cultures. Guests choose their own sonic journey, moving together beneath the skyline while experiencing the same place through different sounds. Free admission, no registration required!

Autumn in Greece with Peter Minaki

Passionate Greek food aficionado, cook, author and teacher Peter Minaki of Kalofagas.ca is back at The Dep with another night of authentic Greek specialities. In keeping with his Mediterranean Diet philosophy, Peter brings the bounty of the season to the table with this luscious celebration of home-style Greek cooking. —– Housemade Bread & Olives Shrimp Saganaki Shrimp simmered in an aromatic tomato sauce with crumbled feta — saganaki refers to the two-handled vessel the dish is traditionally served in, not just the cheese it's often associated with. Baby Arugula Salad with Fresh Figs A celebration of the close of the fig season; figs, shaved graviera (think Greek gruyère) and a bright, three-citrus dressing. Moussaka Moussaka is one of the most famous and beloved Greek dishes worldwide: tender eggplant layered with a warmly spiced minced meat sauce, topped with a creamy béchamel. While viewed as a Greek national icon today, its roots stretch back to medieval Arab dishes — Its name comes from the Arabic word musaqqa'a, meaning "moistened" — which evolved through the Ottoman Empire. (It is said Ottoman chefs prepared over 40 different eggplant recipes for the royal court). In the 1920s, influential Greek chef Nikolaos Tselementes added a French béchamel sauce to the top, part of a trend to Europeanize" traditional Greek cooking by blending Mediterranean ingredients with French culinary techniques. This structured, layered version with golden baked béchamel on top became the worldwide standard for Greek moussaka. You can rest assured Peter's version will be exceptional. Vegetarian version available on request Karydopita à la Mode Spiced walnut cake, warmed with cinnamon and clove and soaked in syrup, made in patisseries across Greece and in most Greek homes — served with a scoop of ice cream. —– Peter Minaki is a proud Greek Canadian and the creator of the popular Kalofagas – Greek Food & Beyond food blog. Kalofagas is the Greek word for “gourmet.” Peter started the blog because he wanted to introduce the world to the delicious depths of Greek cuisine. Known for adding twists to his recipes, Peter balances his posts between traditional, modernized and his own unique recipes. Gathering inspiration from his yearly trips to Greece, Peter endlessly promotes the diversity of Greek cuisine. Living in Toronto and having a curious spirit, he refers to himself as “a tourist in his own town.” He welcomes every opportunity to try new foods and different cuisines. @kalofagas | kalofagas.ca —– BOOK NOW! $79 + HST – https://thedepanneur.ca/products/supper-club-autumn-in-greece-a-harvest-feast-with-peter-minaki —– Every weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun, informal dinner party.

Bar George x The Dorset Collab Dinner & Late-Night Takeover

For one night only, Montréal’s famed Bar George comes to Toronto for an unforgettable evening at The Dorset, located at The Well. O&B Corporate Executive Chef Anthony Walsh and The Dorset Executive Chef Ryan Lister welcome Bar George Executive Chef Kevin Ramasawmy and Pastry Chef Nicolas Parsy for a welcome reception with bubbles and canapés, followed by a three-course dinner featuring Bar George’s signature Beef Wellington, wine pairings and a post-dinner cocktail. From 9pm, dinner gives way to a Montréal-inspired late-night takeover with a DJ, cocktails and bottle service. Join for the full dinner experience or stop by for the party—no late-night ticket required. Date: Saturday, October 3 Dinner: 6:30pm | $195 per person, excluding tax and gratuity Dinner ticket includes bubbles and canapés, three-course dinner with wine pairings, and post-dinner cocktail. Late-night takeover: From 9pm | Walk-ins welcome; no ticket required Location: The Dorset at The Well, 457 Wellington St. W. Vegetarian menu available. Enhance your dinner with Kaviari caviar, available at an exclusive pre-purchase price when securing your ticket.

Dance of Oak Leaves

The celebrated Toronto-based Kurdish kamāncha player, composer and singer Shahriyār Jamshidi returns to Toronto’s Burdock Music Hall to reverberate the sounds of Kurdish musical heritage, highlighting the Kurdish mountain themes which spread from West Asia through Central Asia in his kamāncha performance while singing the unforgettable tunes with new arrangements from all four parts of Kurdistan, including performing his compositions. An award-winning Kurdish-Canadian kamāncha player, composer and singer with a pronounced cultural background, Shahriyār Jamshidi, is well-known for his creative and masterful kamānche improvisations, both as a soloist and in ensembles. He has devoted his artistic profession to the preservation and transmission of the Kurdish musical heritage—focusing on the kamānche as a unique and capable musical instrument to demonstrate the art-music of Kurdistan. Jamshidi has performed across West and Central Asia, Europe, and North America—and released four solo albums, including his recent recording My Sunset-Land, Rojava is dedicated to Women of Kurdistan. Door opens: 6:00 PM Show starts: 6:30 PM Advance Tickets: $25.37 (credit card services and HST included) At the Door: $30

Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling: Northern Rising

Ella Boh (19+ Event)

Makuch & Co w/ Animal Face, Painted Over Rust & Lunipeer

Monet X Change: High Heels Bad Knees Tour

Monkey Wrench

Nuit Blanche at 401 Richmond

Nuit Blanche returns to 401 October 3rd, 7PM – 7AM! Throughout Toronto’s all-night celebration of contemporary art, 401 will be teeming with dynamic and interactive exhibitions, installations and performances. Two floors of creative exploration offer a unique experience highlighting a diversity of cultural practice and showcasing the iconic address that continues to transform Toronto’s cultural landscape.

Nuit Blanche: CityPlace & Fort York

Experience Toronto after dark as Nuit Blanche transforms CityPlace and Fort York with contemporary art, immersive installations, and late-night programming. Discover work by three featured artists alongside Night Waves, bringing art, culture, and the unexpected to the neighbourhood throughout the night from 7PM to 7AM! ⭐ Featured artists Brian Leclerc, Garrison Creek: A digital swarm of bioluminescent salmon resurrects Toronto's buried river. Driven by live audio, they scatter in chaos but find unity through harmony.​ Roda Medhat, Killim: Through the form of a nomadic tent, Killim challenges Western ideas about permanent construction and draws attention to sustainable, adaptive lifestyles of nomadic peoples. Roda Medhat, Farsh: A carpeted sculpture used as a communication point between us and others. Free admission, no registration required!

Relive the Music 50s 60s & 70s Show

We still keep the biggest, most popular hits of the 50s & 60s, but have added our favourite 70s Artists. There is a reason we have had over 170 standing ovations in a row so far across Canada to date. It's like watching over two dozen Tribute Shows in one evening. Over 30 Costume changes. You will hear songs by Bill Haley & His Comets, Paul Anka, Chordettes, Dean Martin, Dores Day, Elvis, Harry Balafonte, Patsy Cline, Frank Sinatra, The Platters, Connie Francis, The Ronettes, The Beatles, Jerry Lee Lewis, Danny & the Juniors, Little Richard, James Brown, Check Berry, Dion DiMucci, Sam Cooke, Chubby Checker, Beach Boys, Four Seasons, The Supremes, Aretha Franklin, Rolling Stones, Steppenwolf, Led Zeppelin, Nancy Sinatra, Sonny & Cher, Neil Diamond, Gloria Gaynor, Lipps Inc, Donna Summer, the Tramps, Eagles, Queen, Abba, Bee Gees, Tina Turner and more… A one-of-a-kind show that takes the audience through Music History, Trivia & Memories of the 50’s & 60’s, & 70s Rock, Disco & Funk Era. You will likely learn many things you never knew about these artists. You will see an energetic live band, amazing front singers, and dancers transforming and reliving three decades of music, costumes, trends, and dance, with video imagery in the background. World Champion Luisa Marshall, who has appeared twice on Oprah and the Ellen Show as Tina Turner, is one of the stars and producers. Groups of 8+ will receive a 25% discount on ticket prices. Please note: Complimentary tickets for infants (aged 0-12 months) and support persons - please contact the Ticket Office for more information. All sales final. This event is organized by an external group and is not produced by the City of Mississauga.

The Sickling

World Premiere After surviving a lifetime of debilitating pain caused by sickle cell disease, Gabriel Badejo takes the greatest risk of his life by undergoing an experimental stem cell transplant in hopes of a cure. The Sickling follows Gabriel’s emotional and physical journey as he confronts systemic racism in healthcare, painful memories of medical neglect, and the global realities of living with an often invisible disease. From Toronto to Nigeria, the film explores the intersections of illness, identity, family, and survival while uncovering the historical inequities that continue to shape sickle cell care worldwide. At its heart, The Sickling is a deeply personal story about healing, resilience, and the fight to reclaim a future once thought impossible. Join director Gabriel Badejo for a special post-screening Q&A. Gabriel Badejo is a Nigerian-Canadian producer and director based in Toronto whose work spans commercials, music videos, and documentary storytelling. Over the past decade, he has built a career producing visually driven content for artists, brands, and cultural projects, developing a style rooted in cinematic imagery and emotionally grounded storytelling. In recent years, his focus has expanded into documentary filmmaking, creating work that explores identity, health, and personal resilience through an intimate and human lens. The Sickling , his debut feature documentary explores his lived experience with sickle cell disease and the broader realities surrounding the condition. TICKETS (+HST) General: $15 Members: $10, $8, FREE

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Ottawa Senators

Two Door Cinema Club – Tourist History 15th Anniversary Tour

BRAVO BEETHOVEN | Homeland

Sinfonia Toronto's 28th season begins with an evening that moves between joy and longing. Pianist Sheng Cai , celebrated across four continents, brings Beethoven's sparkling Piano Concerto No. 2 to life before Maestro Nurhan Arman leads the orchestra in the world premiere of Ergir (Homeland) , a piece rooted in ancestral memory by Jules Léger Prize-winning Canadian composer Vahram Sargsyan . The night closes with Beethoven's beloved "Harp" String Quartet in a sweeping orchestral arrangement. A world premiere. Two Beethoven masterworks. An unforgettable night. Tickets $20 (students) · $35.40 (seniors) · $45.20 (adults). Single tickets on sale June 1 at sinfoniatoronto.com.

Girls Night Out The Show – Wild Nights 2026 Tour

Sixx-Paxx Europe's #1 Male Revue

Foster The People: Good Mourning Sunshine Tour

Jacob Collier – The Light For Days Tour

Josh Thomas: Jiggle, Jiggle

After premiering the show at the Melbourne Comedy Festival and touring across Australia’s biggest comedy festivals—including Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth—Josh is taking Jiggle, Jiggle on the road for international audiences. Josh began performing stand-up comedy 20 years ago and quickly became a mainstay of the Australian comedy scene. Over the years, he has built a devoted global following—while also losing three celebrity cooking shows, failing spectacularly at Celebrity Splash and Taskmaster, and (arguably) curing Bob Katter’s homophobia. Among many other achievements.

Matthew Testament Jones' Words. Power. Sound Vol. II

Ontario’s Poet Laureate Matthew-Ray “Testament” Jones presents an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of words, music, culture, and community.

STELLA STANDINGBEAR – OFF THE REZ TOUR

Tanglefoot Reunion

The Songs, The Stories, The Spirit of Canada For three decades, Tanglefoot carried the spirit of Canada across stages in North America, the United Kingdom, and Europe with powerful harmonies, quick wit, rich storytelling, and songs rooted in Canadian history. Now this legendary Canadian folk ensemble returns for a special reunion concert, bringing their unmistakable energy, warmth, and humour back to the stage. This new chapter reunites Canadian Folk Music Award winners Steve Ritchie, Al Parrish, Sandra Swannell Young, and Rob Ritchie, joined by Rob’s son, singer and multi-instrumentalist Josh Ritchie, stepping into the place once held by the late Terry Young. It is both a celebration of legacy and a fresh passing of the torch. Audiences can expect fan favourites, hidden gems, stories, laughter, and the kind of heartfelt music that turns a concert into a shared memory. For longtime fans, this is a rare chance to reconnect with a beloved part of Canadian folk music. For those discovering Tanglefoot for the first time, it is an invitation into songs that feel timeless, spirited, and deeply Canadian. Join us at Acoustic Harvest for an evening of friendship, storytelling, and music that reminds us why live folk music still matters.

Toronto Blues Fest Founders Night

Vieux Farka Touré

Known worldwide for his electrifying live shows, Vieux Farka Touré’s virtuosic guitar work blends Malian blues, rock, and soul. Winner of Ethiopian Idol Melat Mengesha opens the show. Often referred to as “The Hendrix of the Sahara,” Vieux Farka Touré is the son of legendary Malian guitarist Ali Farka Touré, who died in 2006. His live performances are highly energized, and Vieux is known for dazzling crowds with his speed and dexterity on the guitar, as well as his palpable charisma and luminous smile, both of which captivate audiences despite any language barriers (though Vieux does speak eight languages!). Hailing from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, now based in Toronto, Melat Mengesha’s music features contemporary, folk, and Ethio-jazz roots sounds. Two major influences in her artistic expression are the legendary Ethiopian singers Gigi (Ejigayehu Shibabaw) and Aster Aweke. A major turning point came in 2015, when Melat won the first season of Balageru (Ethiopian Idol). That breakthrough opened the door to a variety of showcases and performances, from intimate stages to large-scale concerts, allowing her to tour across her hometown and beyond. After the concert, enjoy a beverage and more music at the Postlude Performance in the Leslie & Anna Dan Galleria. Presented in association with Batuki Music Society Vieux Farka Touré , guitar & vocals Marshall Henry , bass Adama Koné , drums & percussion Ousmane Dagno , ngoni

Salsa Saturday with Ricky Franco + DJ Van Gogh + Oscar Naranjo!

World famous Salsa Saturdays at Lula feature hot live music, fun dance lessons, DJs, dinner & tropical drinks. A perfect night out!!! This week, we have Mexican multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Ricky Franco Velasco, one of the city's most popular salsa frontmen. With his unique R&B tone, Franco is equally a master of bachata, bolero, cumbia and merengue.

Almost Monday

Elder Island – Hello Baby Okay w/ Glassio

Jay De Lys | 4AM LAST CALL

KYBBA – Kybbaholic Tour

San Holo presents: TRUE LOVE IN A MADE UP WORLD

The Great Riverwood Hike

So what exactly makes The Great Riverwood Hike so… great? It's a chance for individuals, families, and groups to enjoy the beauty of nature while helping to protect it. The Hike is a peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising event. You can register as an individual, join a team, or create a team to take part. Raise funds for your hike, then come out to Riverwood on October 4 to explore the trails, take part in fun, nature-based activities along the way, and relax with refreshments at the finish line. Funds raised from the Hike will help ensure The Riverwood Conservancy's vital conservation, education, and gardening programs can continue to serve our community, and the wider world of nature.

The Art of Phyllo with Peter Minaki

Chef, food blogger, and cookbook author Peter Minaki originally learned to make phyllo pastry from his mother. He now shares her technique for making a master phyllo dough, along with various of methods for making the paper-thing phyllo layers. Each participant gets to hand stretch their own dough, and use it to craft an individual spiral cheese pie to take home. In addition, there is a shared lunch of spanakopita freshly made in class, alongside fresh romaine salad, and a creamy, custardy phyllo bougatsa for dessert served with greek coffee. —– BOOK NOW! $79 + HST – https://thedepanneur.ca/products/cooking-class-the-art-of-phyllo-with-peter-minaki —– Peter Minaki is a proud Greek Canadian and the creator of the popular Kalofagas (the Greek word for “gourmet.”) Greek Food blog. Peter started the blog because he wanted to introduce the world to the delicious depths of Greek cuisine. Known for adding twists to his recipes, Peter balances his posts between traditional, modernized and his own unique recipes. Gathering inspiration from his yearly trips to Greece, Peter endlessly promotes the diversity of Greek cuisine. Living in Toronto and having a curious spirit, he refers to himself as “a tourist in his own town.” He welcomes every opportunity to try new foods and different cuisines. @kalofagas | kalofagas.ca

AFC Toronto vs. Vancouver Rise FC

Come Play Werewolf @ the Maddy

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join Werewolf Toronto for the social deduction game Werewolf. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newbie, this event is perfect for anyone looking to be social while sharpening their strategic thinking skills or intuition. This particular session is free, but please purchase a food or drink item to support the venue!. Kindness, respect, and safety for all. Find out more at: www.sites.google.com/view/wwto

Walk and Learn Tours

Join a guided walk through a historic building, neighborhood, or park in Richmond Hill. Duration 1.5–2 hours. Tours run rain or shine. No registration required. Free admission.

Andrew McAnsh Quartet featuring Johnathan Morin

Jazz you can hear—and feel. Award-winning trumpeter Andrew McAnsh brings his dynamic quartet to the stage, fusing bold contemporary jazz with fearless improvisation—backed by a résumé that includes collaborations with some of today’s most celebrated jazz artists. Sharing the spotlight, Dora Award–nominated Indigenous tap sensation Johnathan Morin turns rhythm into movement with electrifying precision and presence. Music and dance collide in a high-energy, boundary-pushing performance you won’t forget. Complimentary tickets for infants (aged 0-12 months) and support persons - please contact the Ticket Office for more information. All sales final. Presented in partnership with B-Jazz ed, the not-for-profit behind the World of Jazz Festival and over 100 annual jazz events across the GTA, supporting artists, education, and community connection. Media Contact City of Mississauga Media Relations media@mississauga.ca 905-615-3200 x 5232 TTY: 905-896-5151

VIVE LE PUNK

VIVE LE PUNK Movie Viewing

Aamchi Mumbai — Our Mumbai by Bhuvana & Sumi Subramoniam

Dombivli Diaries — A Trip Down Mumbai's Gullies If you joined them last time, you might remember Bhuvana and Sumi celebrating their Tamil roots for the sold-out Tamil Puthandu (Tamil New Year) event. But the beautiful thing about food is that it holds space for all the places we've called home. While their heritage is Tamil, Bhuvana's heart was shaped by the vibrant city she grew up in, lovingly called "Aamchi Mumbai" — "Our Mumbai." Tonight, this dynamic mother-daughter duo is back with a brand-new menu. Having grown up in Dombivli, a Mumbai suburb, Bhuvana's post-school and university afternoons weren't just about winding down — they were an education in the art of Mumbai street food. Decades later, that culinary DNA was passed down to her daughter, Sumi. Sumi's childhood summers were a sensory blur of monsoons, grandparents' love, and the undeniable magic of the city's food stalls. They're bringing a completely fresh culinary chapter. Yes, you'll find beloved icons like the humble vada pav, but this evening is a celebration of hyper-local Maharashtrian gems — the kind of dishes that belong to the narrow lanes, local trains and family kitchens of the state, rarely seen on global menus. They hope you enjoy eating this food as much as they loved bringing it to life for you. —– 🌱 This menu is entirely plant-based, except for the vada pav, for which a vegan option is available on request. Note: Bhuvana follows a sattvic diet (no onion, no garlic), and Sumi is vegan. Kothimbir Vadi with Date Tamarind Chutney and Sabudana Khichdi Steamed chickpea flour and cilantro cakes, pan-fried until golden and topped with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty, earthy bite. Paired with our date tamarind chutney. Vada Pav with Green Chutney, Bhuvana's Red Chutney, and Masala Chai The ultimate Mumbai classic. Deep-fried, spiced potato dumplings nestled inside a pav (dinner roll), finished with our vibrant green chutney and Bhuvana's secret dry red chutney — traditionally made with garlic, but since Bhuvana follows a sattvic diet, this version is entirely garlic-free while packing that same signature intensity. Served with a fried green chili on the side for the adventurous. Dietary note: we can substitute the standard dinner rolls on request with certified vegan buns, which are also gluten-free. Sabudana Khichdi Tapioca pearls stir-fried with aromatic curry leaves, crushed peanuts and fresh coconut. A staple breakfast or snack in most Maharashtrian households, traditionally eaten during religious fasts because it's completely grain-free. Misal Poha with Rainbow Koshimbir and Farsan Spiced moth beans and whole green moong lentils cooked in a savoury gravy, served over fluffy flattened rice and topped with farsan for crunch. Paired with our rainbow koshimbir. Rainbow Koshimbir A crisp, bright carrot, cucumber and beetroot slaw. Green Chutney A herby cilantro chutney with a hint of chili, blended with coconut for a creamy consistency and finished with a squeeze of lemon juice. Date Tamarind Chutney Our house-made sweet and tangy condiment, blending caramel-like sweetness with vibrant fruit acidity and warming spices. Pineapple Sheera A comforting, semolina-based dessert with bites of juicy pineapple throughout. Traditionally made with ghee, but we use cold-pressed coconut oil for a vegan twist. Masala Chai No Mumbai street-food experience is complete without tea — this oat milk masala chai offers a perfect cup of warmth as we move into the colder season. —– BOOK NOW $79 + HST – https://thedepanneur.ca/products/supper-club-dombivli-diaries-a-trip-down-mumbais-gullies-by-bhuvana-sumi-subramoniam —– Bhuvana Subramoniam was born and raised in Dombivli, a suburban city in the Greater Mumbai Area, then lived in Kolkata (West Bengal) for a few years post-marriage, moved to Bahrain in her 30s, and then Canada in her 50s. She's been part of teams preparing up to 15,000 meals in mega kitchens around Toronto. Sumi Subramoniam, her daughter, has a similar immigration story and is now proud to call the Junction home. Sumi films and posts vegan Indian recipes on her YouTube channel Sumi Subbu. —– Every weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun, informal dinner party.

INOHA

Faber Drive – MOVED TO THE CONCERT HALL

MrBallen: Lights out Live

Starbomb featuring DJ Commander Meouch – Probably The Only Tour Ever

The Highstool Prophets – Toronto , Horseshoe Tavern

The Highstool Porphets Live In Toronto's legendary HORSESHOE TAVERN The Highstool Prophets are arguably Ireland’s biggest folk bands right now. Blending a distinctive sound with a fresh, modern take on the traditional music audiences love, they’ve built a formidable reputation through sold-out shows across Ireland and the UK, national TV appearances, and a catalogue of songs that has amassed millions of streams worldwide. This October, the band bring their show to Toronto a debut performance. Doors: 7pm Show: 8pm

The Lazys w/ The Bloodshots & One in the Chamber at Hard Luck Bar

The Play "Maids"by Roman Viktyuk

The legendary production “The Maids” by the renown theatrical director Roman Viktyuk, based on Jean Genet’s play “Les Bonnes.” Premiering on September 17, 1988 at the Satirikon Theatre, the production became a landmark theatrical event and a manifesto of new theatricality. Bold, provocative, sensual, and visually unforgettable, “The Maids” explores the fragile line between fantasy and reality, obsession and rebellion, love and hatred. Audience advisories: Play is age restricted to aged 16+, haze warning. This play will be performed in Russian. All sales final - no exchanges or refunds. This event is organized by an external group and is not produced by the City of Mississauga.

The Tear Garden (19 and Over)

VIP2: Epik High HQ UPGRADE [DOES NOT INCLUDE TICKET]

Gorillaz – The Mountain Tour

VIVE LE PUNK – MOVIE AFTER PARTY

Fire Safety Session (Senior Focus)

An informative talk by Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service on fire safety and prevention best practices for seniors. RSVP by phone to attend.

Trivia Night at Rouge River Brewing

Test your pop culture knowledge of TV shows, movies, music, and more at this monthly trivia night. The winning team takes home a 4-pack of beer.

Historic Unionville Walking Tour

Enjoy a free guided walking tour along Unionville’s picturesque Main Street with the author of Historic Unionville – a Village in the City.

Weekend Workshop | Mixed Media and Collage

This beginner-friendly workshop introduces mixed media and collage techniques using a variety of materials to create a unique artwork.