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in Toronto?

Aesop's Queer Library

Aesop’s Queer Library will return to Toronto from Friday, June 26 to Sunday, June 28 at Aesop Queen St. West . About Aesop’s Queer Library Each year, select Aesop stores are reimagined as immersive literary spaces, where products are replaced with a curated selection of books by queer authors, while Aesop’s signature aromatic elements enrich the reading experience. Across the globe, participating locations will showcase titles from LGBTQIA+ writers, which visitors are invited to enjoy and take home as a gift. Since its inception in 2021, the initiative has distributed over 115,000 books. Named after a master storyteller, Aesop has long been informed and inspired by literature. The Queer Library offers a platform for underrepresented and historically silenced voices, affirming the power of the written word to broaden perspectives, embolden individuals, and foster community. This year’s edition explores the notion of the human body as a bridge between our private interior worlds and what we share with others. Writing that centres on the queer body challenges assumptions, offers visibility to stories and experiences often obscured, and acts as a form of joyful resistance. As in previous years, each visitor will be invited to select a complimentary book to take home (while quantities last, no purchase necessary).

Svāhā! On the Land

Svāhā! On the Land is Nova Dance’s offering of arrival, reverence, and joy. Rooted in shared breath, rhythm, and celebration, this spectacular free, site-specific event culminates in a powerful performance and an open, post-show dance party for all. Choreographed by Nova Bhattacharya, the work features nine exceptional dancers trained in Bharatanatyam, Odissi, Western contemporary, Bollywood, Latin, Hip Hop, Jazz, Ballet, and Filipino cultural dance, joined by the next generation of movers from Citadel Dance Program and Abhinayakshetra Fine Arts Canada. Their vibrant presence strengthens intergenerational exchange, uplifts community voices, and deepens the impact of sharing movement and culture. Set to an electrifying soundscape by Ed Hanley, Svāhā! On the Land weaves diasporic traditions with contemporary innovation—bringing together artists deeply embedded in Toronto’s dynamic cultural landscape and reflecting the city’s extraordinary artistic diversity. Each 30-minute performance is followed by a 25-minute open community dance celebration. Stay, move, and dance to music from around the world—an expression of unity that celebrates the multicultural spirit of our city. Taking place during Canada’s Multiculturalism day celebrations in June, Svāhā! On the Land is a joyful communal gathering. Free and accessible by foot, bike, or public transit. All are welcome. We are pleased to announce this event is supported by City of Toronto’s Community Celebration Support Fund. Event partners: Abhinayakshetra Fine Arts Canada, Citadel + Compagnie & Jamii. Svāhā! On the Land is part of Jamii's "Joy in the Park" event.

Curating the Village: Open Sessions

Curating the Village: Open Sessions is a two-day gathering of artists, curators, and cultural workers exploring caregiving as both a lived experience and a working condition. Spanning rest, performance, workshops, and conversation, the program brings together perspectives on caring for children, parents, elders, neighbours, the dying, and broader communities. Developed through an ongoing research-creation initiative, Curating the Village approaches care not only as a subject, but as a force that reshapes how artistic and curatorial work is organized, timed, and sustained. Marked by interruption, exhaustion, and relational obligation, caregiving challenges dominant expectations of productivity, availability, and coherence in cultural labour. While “care” circulates widely in contemporary arts discourse, it is still rarely accommodated structurally within programming or institutional time. Through short offerings, shared food, and collective discussion, Open Sessions considers what shifts when care is approached not simply as a trending theme, but as a method—one that foregrounds interdependence, negotiation, and the conditions that make work possible. Program Dates / Times / Locations FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026 Evening sessions from 6:15 — 9:00 pm at Theatre Direct (Studio H) Download detailed directions to Studio H HERE SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026 Full day from 10:00 am — 6:00 pm at Critical Distance Centre for Curators Please note: Saturday programming includes FREE onsite childcare, a shared meal, and hybrid participation options to support caregiver access. Program Schedule & Registration View full program schedule BELOW and/or download a printable pdf HERE As space is limited, registration is required. Admission is free to both Friday and Saturday sessions. Once all spaces are reserved, additional registrants will be added to a waitlist and notified if space becomes available.

Celebrate the Rainbow with SKITTLES®

This Pride, SKITTLES® invites Canadians to Celebrate the Rainbow with a high-energy, immersive experience in the heart of Toronto's Pride festivities. From June 26–28, SKITTLES® will transform Church Street into a colourful community hub where visitors can enjoy dynamic live entertainment, connect with the community, and help create meaningful impact. The activation will feature live drag performances from local icons Miss Moço and JayJay Kings, alongside sets from queer DJs who will keep the celebration going all weekend long. Guests can also enjoy complimentary SKITTLES® samples throughout the experience. At the centre of the activation is an interactive rainbow wall designed to capture the community's collective voice. Festival-goers are invited to share what Pride means to them on a custom lentil sticker and add it to the installation, creating a living mosaic that celebrates individuality, inclusion, and self-expression. For every lentil sticker added to the rainbow wall, SKITTLES® will donate $2 to Rainbow Railroad, up to $15,000, helping support LGBTQI+ individuals facing persecution around the world. Join SKITTLES® on Church Street to Celebrate the Rainbow and help turn collective celebration into lasting community impact. EVENT DATES & TIMES: Location: Church Street, Toronto Pride Festival Timing: Friday, June 26 – Sunday, June 28 Admission: Free and open to the public

Latin Friday: Spain vs Uruguay Watch Party w Luis Franco

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 Venezuelan-born singer and composer Luis Franco bringing his Worldwide Salsa show to the Lula stage following the Spain vs Uruguay Game

Toronto Pride Events 2026

Discover everything happening for Pride in Toronto. From daytime events to late-night parties and bar crawls, this is your hub for the full weekend lineup.

Opening Weekend at the Toronto Outdoor Picture Show!

From June 26 through August 23, 2026, Toronto Outdoor Picture Show is proud to present our 16th summer season of free open-air cinema programming at parks across Toronto. This summer, TOPS invites you on a summer-long odyssey with a programme titled Going Places . From road movies to train journeys, hitchhiking to bus riding, traveling through time or across oceans, TOPS' Going Places programme invites audiences to reflect on the journeys that shape us and the adventures found outside of our everyday surroundings. The festival season will launch at Christie Pits Park with a three-night Opening Weekend , June 26-28, 2026. The cinematic journey will continue in July and August at Christie Pits , Corktown Common , and Bell Manor Park . OPENING WEEKEND: June 26 • Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie June 27 • One of Them Days June 28 • Güeros & short films by Canadian filmmakers 🍿 Movie snacks & beverages for sale at the TOPS tent starting at 6PM 🌅 Showtime at Sundown (~9:00pm) 🎟 TOPS events are FREE/PWYC, not a ticketed event. Donations are encouraged. ✨ BYO-Blanket & Chairs: Get there early to set up your blanket in a great spot. The hill fills up quickly! All TOPS screenings are presented with open captioning. For more event details, including content advisories and accessibility information, go to https://www.topictureshow.com/accessibility & https://www.topictureshow.com/content

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ANIME RAVE – Pride Edition

Follow @ticketedevents on Instagram for more accessible & affordable experiences.Step into the ultimate subculture crossover at the Geary Avenue Warehouse on June 26th . Ticketed Events × Pride Otaku Rave presents a massive celebration where the anime , LGBTQIA+ , and electronic musi c communities collide under one roof. Get ready for an unforgettable night of high-energy beats, stunning visuals, and community vibes. ⚡ What to Expect We’re blending your favourite anime soundtracks with heavy-hitting EDM, alongside a stacked lineup of special activities: – Epic Beats : Your favourite anime themes, remixes, and bangers fused with electronic music. – Anime Random Play Dance (RPD): Step up and show off your moves. Get ready to sync up and drop the choreography to iconic anime dances! – The Catwalk Moment: A dedicated runway moment for anyone dressed on-theme. Show the crowd what you've got! – Best Dressed / Cosplay Competition: Bring your A-game. Prizes and ultimate bragging rights await the best fits of the night. – Giveaways, goodie bags for sale, a special Gojo drink, and more! 🦄 Dress Code & Vibe Cosplay, Pride gear, or rave attire are highly encouraged. Express yourself! Whether you're arriving in full armour, vibrant rainbow fits, or minimalist warehouse black, bring nothing but good energy. Prop Policy : To keep the dancefloor safe and spacious, weapons and oversized props are strictly prohibited. 🏳️‍🌈 Charity Donation For this special Pride Edition, 100% of the event profits will be donated directly to The 519 . Based right here in Toronto, The 519 is an organization committed to the health, happiness, and full participation of the 2SLGBTQ+ communities. By purchasing a ticket, you are directly supporting their vital programs, services, and advocacy work. You can further support by donating via Eventbrite or at the door. Follow @ticketedevents on Instagram for more accessible & affordable experiences.

HOT STACKS – A Strictly Vinyl Basement Party

We’re bringing the vibes back to the basement where it all where it all started. Brown Eyes Entertainment & STFDJs present HOT STACKS – A Strictly Vinyl Basement Party Friday, June 26, 2026 First off — thank you to everyone who came out and made our March edition of HOT STACKS a SOLD OUT one. The energy in the room was unreal. From start to finish, it was a reminder of what this party is really about. And now… we run it back. HOT STACKS is a strictly vinyl party dedicated to the music, the culture, and the energy that only records can bring. No laptops. No shortcuts. Just dope DJs, real crates, and timeless sounds. Expect a carefully curated selection of Hip Hop, R&B, and Reggae — from classic foundation joints to modern cuts that still respect the artform. This is for the heads who appreciate warm sound, dusty drums, and heavy basslines. On Friday, June 26, Sweet Touch Foundation teams up with Mista Jiggz once again to take over BSMT 254 — an intimate, underground space that perfectly matches the energy of this party. Expect close quarters, sweaty vibes, heads nodding, and that unmistakable feeling of being locked into the moment. This isn’t a big-room club night. This is a basement jam. A place where the music comes first. If you missed the last one, don’t make that mistake again. If you were there, you already know what time it is. 🎶 Music: Hip Hop • R&B • Reggae (all eras) 📍 Venue: BSMT 254 📅 Date: Friday, June 26 | 10PM 🎟️ Advance tickets: Available via Ticketgateway and Eventbrite BSMT 254 is a live music and DJ venue with top ranked sound that specializes in introducing the people of Toronto to music they should really get down with. bsmt254.com | browneyesentertainment.com For more info., email: connect@bsmt254.com, info@browneyesentertainment.com, or call 416.801.6325

ICONS Only: Sydney Blu

Friday June 26: ICONS ONLY SYDNEY BLU | Jules Bangsworth | Slater Manzo | Kasey Riot | DJ RAE | JAX Toronto’s queer underground returns for the second edition of ICONA, a night dedicated to dance floor liberation, bold self-expression, and the icons shaping underground culture. ICONS ONLY brings together a lineup of boundary-pushing selectors and producers who have come to SERVE. Expect an unforgettable night of house, techno, queer energy, and late-night chaos inside one of Toronto’s most beloved dance spaces. Come dressed like the main character, because you are the main character henny. Advance Tickets: Early Wiggler: $25 The Wiggler: $30 Performances: 10-11 Jax 11-12 DJ RAE 12-1 Slater Manzo 1-2:30 SYDNEY BLU 2:30-3:30 Jules Bangsworth 3:30-close Kasey Riot VJ SEKS Queer-centered space Allies welcome ARTIST BIOS Sydney Blu @sydneyblu A globally recognized DJ, producer, and label owner, Sydney Blu has been a driving force in underground house and techno for over a decade. Known for releases on deadmau5’s mau5trap imprint and her own Blu Music label, she’s played iconic clubs and festivals worldwide while building a reputation for deep, energetic, and emotionally charged sets. A true Canadian electronic music icon. Slater Manzo @slatermanzo Toronto-based producer and DJ Slater Manzo blends infectious grooves, driving basslines, and underground house sensibilities into high-energy sets designed for sweaty dance floors. Known throughout the city’s queer and warehouse scenes, Manzo brings an unmistakable vibe rooted in rhythm, connection, and late-night momentum. DJ RAE @rachelmolenda DJ RAE delivers uplifting, soulful, and high-vibrational dance music experiences that fuse house, disco, and feel-good energy. A staple within Toronto’s inclusive nightlife community, RAE is known for creating spaces that celebrate freedom, joy, movement, and queer connection through music. Jax @jaxonair Jax is a Toronto-based DJ known for high-energy, emotionally charged sets that blend house, tech house, Latin rhythms, and underground club energy into an unforgettable dance floor experience. A staple within the city’s queer nightlife scene, Jax brings vibrant charisma behind the decks and a deep understanding of crowd connection. Kasey Riot @kaseyriot_ Kasey Riot is a fearless selector with a love for heavy grooves, underground textures, and emotionally charged dance floors. Blending house, techno, and rave-inspired sounds, their sets are immersive, dynamic, and built for dancers who want to lose themselves in the music. Jules Bangsworth @julesbangsworth ICONA Mom and DJ, Jules has been a steady force in Toronto’s queer nightlife scene, she brings eclectic taste, magnetic energy, and unapologetic attitude behind the decks. Expect genre-blurring selections, playful chaos, and a set that keeps the floor moving. #ICONSONLY #ICONA #QueerToronto #TorontoRaves #WiggleRoomToronto #HouseMusic #Techno #QueerParty #TorontoNightlife #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 (BG) Vodka on Special 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: ICONA; Sunshine Frequencies; Wiggly Events; and Wiggle Room Toronto ~ 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, Monique, and Tanya, are all available. ~ Wiggle Wiggle ~ 772 Dundas St West

SLUR: QUEER PRIDE TRANS TAKEOVER

Friday, June 26 // Doors 10PM // Full-Venue Tickets $10 at the door Like SLUR, but extremely transgender… and the whole building 🤭 Slur is the first in-house Buddies Nightlife event to kick off the revival of the space as a CLUB DESTINATION for the capital Q: QUEERS and the BIPOC divas who DESERVE space in the village. It’s for all the baddies who have ever been called a LGBT slur in other unwelcoming spaces, walking down Church street or even by your own parents. Call it empowerment because this dance floor is yours, honey! 🩷 SLUR: QUEER PRIDE TRANS TAKEOVER is part of Buddies Queer Pride 2026. Visit buddiesinbadtimes.com/pride for all events and shows.

Emo Night Toronto: Pride Edition at Sneaky Dee's – Jun 26 2026

Casa Loma General Admission

Dino Run

Dino Run | Inspiring Kids & Families to Get Active—One Dino Chase at a Time! Dino Run is a not-for-profit organization on a mission to get families moving while having a roaring good time! Join us to build unforgettable memories. What to Expect 🕵️‍♂️ The Mission: Kids become Dino Explorers! Guided by our host, Dr. T-Rex, they’ll go on a quest to "recapture" escaped dinosaurs. 🎶 The Warm-Up : High-energy Dino Training featuring music, dancing, and games. 🦕 The Course: Choose your challenge! Watch out for surprise dinosaur encounters along the route. 🏅 The Perks: Every runner gets a bib, a medal, snacks, and free professional photos. 🧸 On-Site Babysitting : Everyone gets a turn to run! Our child-minding service lets parents hit the course stress-free while the kids stay safe and play. 🛍️ Dino Run Market: Shop and support the community! Our market features amazing kid entrepreneurs showcasing their hard work. Pick Your Race 🔄 Loops (Non-Competitive): Perfect for little ones! This is an unlimited 200–400m loop where kids go at their own pace. ⏱️ Timed Races (Competitive): For kids and adults ready to race the clock! We offer chipped timing for 1K, 2K, and 5K distances. 🔥 The Dares: Feeling brave? Try the Double Dare (1+2K) or the Triple Dare (1+2+5K)! Register Now – Join the Chase!

Drag Brunch Buffet with Seth Falk & His Wild Friends

Chelsea Toronto presents Seth Falk & His Wild Friends, a visual safari of Drag, Feathers and Fun, guest starring The Virgo Queen (Winner of Canada’s Drag Race) and Betty Banks. Kick off Pride with a decadent brunch featuring an Eggs Benedict station, Roast Striploin carvery, and a baker's table replete with breakfast pastries and English crumpets. $55 per person includes a mimosa (19+).

Taste of Asia 2026

One of Markham’s largest cultural festivals celebrating Asian food, culture, and community, with food vendors, performances, live entertainment, and activities for all ages.

Taste of the Junction

Taste of the Junction 2026 is a one-day outdoor public market in Toronto’s west end, taking over the Green P and No Frills parking lots (Pacific Ave at Dundas St W) on Saturday, June 27, 2026 (11:00 AM–7:00 PM). Taking place as Toronto welcomes the world for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ , the event aligns with Toronto’s Host City theme, “The World in a City,” and celebrates the neighbourhood’s diverse cultural communities through inclusive storytelling and placemaking. Spend the day browsing 50+ curated vendors , discovering local makers, and enjoying standout food and drink from Junction favourites. The site comes alive with DJ music and pop-up moments that make it easy to linger, snack, and play. A signature feature of the event is Passageways , a series of five immersive, interactive cultural installations created by local artists and collectives. Each Passageway transforms a 10×10 tent into a walk-in “small world” designed for exploration and photography, with a clear hero photo moment that invites visitors to step inside and capture the experience. Passageways spotlights five of the Junction’s largest cultural communities: British, Black (African and Caribbean heritage), South Asian, Chinese, and Portuguese . Each installation is built to be tactile and accessible. Looking for something uniquely Toronto? Explore 11 neighbourhood augmented reality (AR) murals that come to life using the free Artivive app, connecting art, technology, and the neighbourhood’s creative spirit. Located just minutes from Toronto Stadium at Exhibition Place, Taste of the Junction is a perfect stop for visitors exploring the city’s west end during Host City summer.

The World in a Block Party

The World in a Block Party is presented by Destination Scarborough, in partnership with Scarborough Arts and Eat More Scarborough. The second free weekend is presented by Scarborough Town Centre (STC), and will take place on Saturday, June 27 & Sunday, June 28 from 11AM to 4PM at the former Hudson’s Bay parking lot, outside STC Gate 3. These large-scale, free public events will celebrate Scarborough’s rich arts, cultural, and food identity by transforming everyday public and private spaces into vibrant, multi-day block party experiences. Featuring artist-led activations, food tastings & tours, live music and performances by RISE Edutainment and Soundlife Scarborough, we are inviting residents and visitors alike to experience Scarborough's creativity and diversity in new and immersive ways!

Pride Saturday Drag Brunch in Toronto

Be part of Canada's longest running Drag Brunch this PRIDE SATURDAY at Piano Piano on Bloor West. It's our PRIDE SATURDAY Edition of Glad Day's famous DRAG BRUNCH! with your host SELENA VYLE and her guest CYRIL CINDER Every week Glad Day serves you more than you can handle and you eat it up! A different guest each week, delicious brunch and a vibe you won't get anywhere else. It's a must-see if you are visiting Toronto! Great for birthdays and other celebrations. Remember to bring your $5s and $10s to tip the performers. ARRIVAL TIMES Tickets have an arrival time of: 11:15am OR 11:45am Show begins at 12pm The different arrival times help ensure you get the attention and speed you deserve. Big groups mayhave different arrival times – but you will still all be sat together (when possible, see below). 11:15am – First Wave of seating 11:45am – Second Wave of seating 12pm – Show begins 1:30pm – Show ends The cost for the show is $14.95 or less per seat. Drinks and food are not included in this show fee. All ticket revenue goes to support the performers and the non-profit work of Glad Day Lit! HOW DO I BOOK A TABLE FOR A GROUP? The best way to book a group of 7 or more is to email vip@gladday.ca. You will get discounted tickets and we can confirm if there is enough space for you to all be at one large table or one area. If your group is 6 people or less, you can just purchase enough tickets for your group. All tickets under the same name will be sat togher. (for example: a group of 5 could be one table of three and one table of two; a group of 6 could be one table of four and two add-a-seats; a group of 4 could be two tables of two if the tables of 4 are sold out) NOTE: Many of these brunches sell out 4-7 days in advance. If you are booking for a group less than 1 week in advance, you might not all be at the same table, but we will ensure you are near each other. Email vip@gladday.ca if you have any questions or need confirmations. There are no age restrictions – all ages can attend. If you have any special table requests or questions, you can email: vip@gladday.ca If booking a table through Eventbrite is a barrier, you can also email vip@gladday.ca for other payment options.

Clay With Me 10-Year Anniversary Celebration in Toronto

We’re celebrating 10 years of Clay With Me and you’re invited. Join us outside in our backyard outdoor studio for a full day of creativity, music, food, and hands-on experiences as we mark a decade of pottery in Toronto. 🎟️ Free Entry — No Ticket Required June 27 | Starting at 12 PM 474 Richmond St. W, Toronto What’s Happening: FREE Pottery Wheel Experience Try our pottery table wheels at no cost (first come, first served, 10 min on the table wheel for FREE — sign up when you arrive, spots fill quickly. Spots are limited.) Giveaways + Raffles • Win a FREE 4-Week Pottery Course • Fun prizes throughout the day Food, Drinks & Treats • Enjoy local delicious bites and refreshing drinks for purchase Drop-In Creative Activities (Paid Drop-in Workshops) • Paint Your Own Pottery Workshop • Mosaic Workshops (No booking needed — pay when you arrive and join anytime) Salsa Dancing & Music • Good energy all day with music and dancing (Celebrating our Latin culture) One-Day-Only Offer • Book a class during the event and receive a FREE pottery piece A Celebration of 10 Years For the past 10 years, Clay With Me has been a space for creativity, connection, and trying something new. This event is our way of celebrating the community that made it all possible. Come Early Free wheel spots are limited and fill up fast. Purchase raffles before they run out! Bring your friends, family, or come solo—no experience needed. Just show up and join the celebration. Follow us on IG @claywithme for more information and updates. A Little Bit of Our Story: Clay With Me was born from a simple idea: creativity has the power to connect us. In 2010, our founder Gabby moved to Toronto to start a new chapter. As she built her life in a new city, she found belonging in a close-knit community of mothers—women who supported one another, shared their time, and created a sense of home together. It was through this community that clay first entered the picture. Gabby began setting up small clay sessions in her home, using it as a way to keep the kids engaged hands busy, creativity flowing. What started as a simple activity quickly grew into something more, and she opened her kitchen studio to more families. From those early days around a kitchen table, Clay With Me has grown into a space where thousands of people have come to slow down, create, and connect. This anniversary is more than a milestone, it’s a celebration of the community that shaped us.

The Summer and Shade Community Market

Summer Vibes Meet Mystical Finds! ☀️✨ Join us for the Summer & Shade Community Market on June 27th! We’re bringing together the best of Etobicoke’s local talent for a day of art, magic, and community spirit. When: June 27th, 2026 | 12 PM – 7 PM Where: 5005 Dundas St. West / 47 Mabelle Ave, Etobicoke Entry: ABSOLUTELY FREE! What to expect: 🛍️ 30+ Local Vendors & Artists 🎨 Interactive ART Workshops & Installations Delicious Food & Drinks, All-Ages Fun! 🔮 Special Feature: Get a glimpse into your future with Tarot Readings available in both English and Spanish! 🇪🇸🇨🇦 Come support local artists and find something truly unique. See you in the shade! 🌿 #EtobicokeEvents #LocalMarket #SummerAndShade #TorontoArtists #TarotReading #MarketDay #EtobicokeArt

Carve & Print: Custom Linocut Sketchbooks

Customize your own kraft cover sketchbook with a linocut print of your own creation! In this workshop, you’ll be creating a custom Linocut image to print onto a sketchbook cover and fine art paper. Our instructor will guide attendees step-by-step through each stage of the process. By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a unique sketchbook , fine art prints and the knowledge of how to set up a printmaking space at home. Beginners welcome. You can create anything you wish; please bring your own photos, sketches and drawings for reference. We will be carving a 4 x 6 inch lino block, so your design needs to fit those dimensions. Printmaking materials will be provided . We’ll also have Posca paint markers available for adding an extra punch of colour. Making art can be messy, please dress for mess. Materials ✸ 4×6 soft lino block ✸ Kraft cover (5.5×8.25), lay flat, 100gsm notebook ✸ Akua ink ✸ Brayers ✸ Strathmore toned paper Who is this for? Journalers, artists and beginners looking for a lowkey workshop, with a finished product to keep all your creative ideas in one place. Where? ✸College and Spadina ✸ 448 Spadina Avenue About your instructor Artist and conservationist Alan Li uses pencils and paint to document the wonders of the natural world. Alan’s mission is to build connections to nature through art-based education. His past workshops at Gwartzman's include: Silverpoint drawing, Printing with Walnut Ink, Subway Sketching, and Linout printing. See his previous workshops here! Overview: 📔Guided instruction 📔All materials provided 📔Perfect for journalers 📔Take home a custom notebook and stamp!

Lula Community Salsa Class

Lula Community Salsa Class Doors 12:00 pm Class Begins 1:00 pm Step into the rhythm of Lula! We’re opening our doors for a free community salsa class with Sarita Leyva, welcoming dancers of all ages and abilities — from little ones to grandparents. Experience the warmth and energy of Lula’s dance floor, meet neighbours, and discover what makes our weekend salsa nights so special. Come join us. It's FREE!!!! Donations to Lula’s educational activities are accepted but not expected. Coffee, Lunch and Early Cocktails reservations available at lula.ca/reservations NOTE: If the weather is wet, please bring indoor shoes! Presented by Lula Music and Arts Centre with support from Lula Lounge. Lula Music and Arts Centre programming is made possible by the Toronto Arts Council, The Ontario Arts Council, Ontario Creates, Canadian Heritage and The Canada Council for the Arts.

Queen West Drag DJ Show

Join us at Reflector, 300 Queen Street West, for a lively Drag DJ Show bringing music, performance, and bold Queen West energy to the street. Celebrate an afternoon of drag, dancing, and community with sounds by DJ Shane McKinnon and performances by Drag King Manny Dingo and Drag Queen Ocean: Live Laugh LaVodka. Come by, bring a friend, enjoy the show, and experience the creative spirit that makes Queen West one of Toronto’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. Featuring: DJ Shane McKinnon Bringing the music and energy to keep the afternoon moving. Drag King Manny Dingo Instagram: @Princemannydingo Drag Queen Ocean: Live Laugh LaVodka Instagram: @livelaughlavodka

Queen West Live Concert

Enjoy a free outdoor live music concert at our Denison Street stage on Queen Street West. Join us for our annual Queen West Live Concert , a free outdoor music event bringing live performances to the heart of Queen Street West. Taking place at the Denison Street stage, this afternoon concert invites the community to enjoy local sounds, spend time outdoors, and experience the creative street-level energy that makes Queen West one of Toronto’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. 1:00 PM – Ammoye Start the afternoon with Ammoye, a JUNO-nominated Jamaican-Canadian reggae-fusion vocalist bringing soulful energy, powerful vocals, and feel-good rhythms to the stage. 2:30 PM – Dr. Draw Experience the high-energy sound of Dr. Draw, Toronto’s electric violin pioneer known for blending classical, rock, and electronic music into a bold live performance. 4:00 PM – Rudy Ray Close out the afternoon with Rudy Ray, a Toronto-based Ghanaian-Canadian trumpeter bringing jazz, Afro-diasporic sounds, soul, and vibrant community energy to the stage. Come by, bring a friend, explore the area, and enjoy an afternoon of music, community, and Queen West culture. Date: Saturday, June 27 Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Location: 6 Denison Ave, Toronto Admission: Free and open to everyone

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The Final Kick Block Party

Celebrate the last game played in Toronto with The Final Kick Block Party, bringing soccer, music, food, art, and global culture together for one unforgettable summer evening on Queen Street West. On July 2 from 4–11 PM at 15 Denison Ave , we are transforming a parking lot into a lively outdoor celebration filled with the energy of the world’s game. Come for the soccer spirit and stay for the music, food, shopping, drinks, games, and community atmosphere. Visitors can explore a vibrant artisan and food market with vendors representing communities from around the world, shop vintage finds, enjoy local food, and take part in interactive games and soccer-inspired activities throughout the evening. Enjoy our beer garden and listen to live music, curated by Drom Artist Collective, featuring world bands, DJs, and performances that bring sounds from across cultures to the heart of Queen West. The event will also feature a live mural activation, adding a creative visual element to the celebration and showcasing the artistic energy of Queen West. Whether you are a dedicated soccer fan, a casual supporter, a music lover, a vintage shopper, or simply looking for a fun outdoor event, The Final Kick Block Party offers something for everyone.

Canada to the World – a concert by the Toronto Children's Chorus

The acclaimed Chamber Choir of the Toronto Children's Chorus, under Artistic Director Zimfira Poloz, presents a virtuosic concert of a cappella music from Canada and Asia – brought to life visually with costuming and choreography. In July the Choir will tour this program to Hong Kong and Singapore where they have been invited to perform at two prestigious choral festivals.

Conversation: Natalia Romik and Kuba Szreder with Matthew Jocelyn

The conversation features artist Natalia Romik, curator Kuba Szreder, and Koffler Arts' General Director Matthew Jocelyn discussing the exhibition Plague Crystals . This series of crystal towers is created from repurposed vessels containing objects that symbolize a broad range of contemporary plagues. Romik's conception of "plague" extends beyond infectious disease to include political, economic, religious, social, and environmental issues. While the artist selected many of the symbolic objects herself, she solicited nominations for others from academics and community members. The discussion explores the artistic process, the symbolic objects, and how society grapples with dire straits. Dr. Natalia Romik is a public historian, architect, and artist. Her work focuses on Jewish memory and Holocaust commemoration in Eastern Europe, particularly Poland and Ukraine. She has collaborated as a curator and exhibition designer at POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews. She is a winner of the 2022 Dan David Prize, the largest prize in the field of history in the world. Kuba Szreder PhD is a researcher, curator, and lecturer at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw. He is the editor and author of several catalogues, books, readers, book chapters, articles, and manifestos that scrutinize the social, economic, and theoretical aspects of the expanded field of art. In 2025, together with Kacper Greń and the Institute of Network Cultures in Amsterdam, he published the visual essay Duckrabbits Unveiled: A Sneak Peek at Postartistic Theory and Practice.

Drag Ball

The biggest drag event of the year returns with over 70 drag acts from Canada and beyond! This 9 hour extravaganza is the can’t miss event of Festival Weekend with drag artists from RuPaul’s Drag Race, Canada’s Drag Race, King of Drag, Slaycation, Call Me Mother, and the absolute best in local talent! For 2026 we have the hottest international Kings and Queens and well as THE ENTIRE CAST of Canada’s Drag Race Season 6, performing together for the first and only time, cause ya’ll know we’re Canada DOWN! Expect high production values, one-of-a-kind performances, dancers and costumes galore, huge crowds, and a never ending stream of the finest Drag Kings, Things and Queens! Get there early to secure a good spot, as this is, by far, the most popular event of Pride Month, or get a VIP pass for a guaranteed front-of-stage up-close view. Meet & Greets are also available with purchase. But otherwise join us at Nathan Phillips Square for this completely free staggering event that we put on just for you! Talent: Myki Meeks Silky Nutmeg Ganache Van Goth Jasmine Kennedie Tenderoni King Molasses Suki Doll Pythia Eboni La’Belle Sami Landri PM Saltina Shaker The Virgo Queen Aurora Matrix Makayla Couture Jada Shada Hudson Velma Johnny Jones Mya Foxx Perla Juice Boxx Xana Dulce Star Doll Hazel Paolo Perfección + many more!

Electric Island | June 27-28 electronic music concert series

Embrace, Platform, and Footwork present: ⚡️ ELECTRIC ISLAND: 2026 ⚡️Toronto’s favourite open-air concert + picnic series returns for its 14th — two unforgettable days of electronic music across three stages. For artist info including SAMMY VIRJI, FOUR TET, ADAM BEYER, CHRIS STUSSY, HOT SINCE 82, LEE BURRIDGE & many more visit: Electric Island | Season 14 | Weekend 2 | June 27-28 🎟️ www.electricisland.to — #ElectricIslandTO instagram.com/electricislandto twitter.com/electricisto electricisland.to

Kirtan: Music & Mantras at Alternity

Alternity Hub and the Kirtan Culture Initiative are excited to invite you for a special event at Alternity (333 Bloor St West) in downtown Toronto. The event will feature an interactive presentation of musical mantra meditation (kirtan). Kirtan is a call-and-response form of meditation, utilizing ancient eastern mantras, traditional instruments and our very own voices. The event will present an opportunity to explore our sacred heart space through the power of music and mantras. The practice of kirtan can tap into deep states of consciousness but can also invoke exciting feelings of joy and energy. Presenting this special workshop will be members of the Kirtan Culture Initiative who have been sharing kirtan in various capacities throughout Toronto for the last 15 years. We warmly invite you to join us for this special event!

Stage Meets Pitch: Top Toronto Fringe Musicals (FREE)

This summer, the Alliance for Canadian Musicals (ACM) brings a taste of Toronto’s top musical theatre talents to an unlikely stage: Flavours of the Game in the parking lot at Scadding Court Community Centre (SCCC) , in partnership with Alexandra Park Neighbourhood Learning Centre (APNLC), with support from Laboratory for Artistic Intelligence. ​On Saturday, June 27, 2026, thirteen musical shows from ACM’s second season as part of the annual Toronto Fringe Festival and other venues at the Fringe will perform in Stage Meets Pitch , a free matinee preview at APNLC and SCCC’s Flavours of the Game event series. Flavours of the Game is a series of community watch parties featuring international food, culture, soccer, and community spirit gathering around live screenings of this summer’s soccer matches in a neighbourly festival in the parking lot at SCCC. ​The matinee preview, Stage Meets Pitch , will offer Fringe audiences and Flavours of the Game go-ers a first look at this year’s musicals at the Toronto Fringe Festival which takes place June 30 to July 12, 2026. Free and open to all ages, Stage Meets Pitch is a delightful musical theatre treat that people can enjoy before the soccer match scheduled for 5pm. ​“Bring your friends, bring your family,” says Jake Rutland, SCCC Market 707 & Flavours of the Game Coordinator. “There will be food, drinks, and some arts and crafts for the kids. It’ll be a great afternoon for the whole family.” ​Executive Producer Derrick Chua says: “We’re delighted to partner with APNLC and SCCC and PS707 on this unusual alliance between soccer and musical theatre. The Alliance for Canadian Musicals was formed with the purpose of serving the Canadian musical theatre community. We are thrilled to spotlight Canadian musicals at Flavours of the Game, in the spirit of human togetherness.” ​ What: Stage Meets Pitch – A Matinee Preview of This Year’s Top Fringe Festival Musicals ​ When : Sat June 27, 2026 at 2:00pm, a showcase of 13 musicals in ~100 minutes ​ Where: Flavours of the Game at Scadding Court Community Centre (707 Dundas St West) – behind the building, in the parking lot, look for the big tent! ​ Stage Meets Pitch is a collaboration between the Alliance for Canadian Musicals, Scadding Court Community Center, and PS707, an unconventional shipping container gallery located at SCCC, operated by the Laboratory for Artistic Intelligence. ​ Alliance for Canadian Musicals is dedicated to the development, production and promotion of Canadian musicals. ACM programs Canadian musicals at the annual Toronto Fringe Festival. Learn more at allianceforcanadianmusicals.ca ​ Alexandra Park Neighbourhood Learning Centre is a community-based organization supporting adult literacy proudly serving our community in Alexandra Park for over forty years. Details on APNLC and SCCC’s Flavours of the Game will be available at eventbrite.ca/e/flavours-of-the-game-community-celebration-tickets-1984088464006 ​ Scadding Court Community Centre is a multi-service agency with a wide range of programs and services geared toward the Alexandra Park neighbourhood and surrounding communities in downtown west Toronto. SCCC operates Market 707, Canada’s first and longest-running shipping container market, which is partnering with APNLC on Flavours of the Game. Follow Market 707 at instagram.com/market_707 ​ PS707 is an unconventional shipping container gallery operated by the Laboratory for Artistic Intelligence , which brings artists and artistic methods out into society where more imagination is needed. Learn more at artisticintelligence.com/playspace ​ Toronto Fringe Festival is Ontario’s largest performance festival, operating since 1989. Festival schedule and tickets go live on June 3 at fringetoronto.com . ​ Featured Fringe Festival Musicals ​Participating in the Stage Meets Pitch matinee on June 26, 2026 at APNLC and SCCC’s Flavours of the Game: ​ 1920s Walking Around In A Dream – Fun flappers & zany bootleggers have madcap love affairs in the Roaring Twenties in this PG-13 screwball musical comedy inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream. ​ Artificially Intelligent 2.0 – Viral musical comedian Anesti Danelis asked ChatGPT to write him a show about his life, and this is what we got… ​ Book of Ooka: The Immaculate Misconception – An apocalyptic world, a miraculous pregnancy, and a party with shawarma, sheesha and song! ​ By Popular Demand – It's 2026 and the roaring 20s are back! Life is full of sparkle, parties, and depression. Join your charming hostess for an evening of music, sketch comedy and cheeky fun, in a show hell bent on finding joy amidst our Great Depression. ​ Cold Maple Cloth: The Farewell Tour of a Delusional Diva – Sydney is a 27 year old failing musical theatre actress, and she is ready to quit for good! But when an unexpected visitor from her past interrupts her show, could it help her see things differently? ​ First Kiss – It's 1985. A socially awkward teenager yearns for her FIRST KISS before she turns sixteen in the suburbs. But life is not a John Hughes rom-com for an Asian girl like her… ​ I Belong Here: Reclaiming My Voice – Lily Librach writes and stars in “I Belong Here: Reclaiming My Voice,” a one-woman musical story about resilience, strength, and becoming, from the dreams of a little girl to the present and beyond. ​ Little Astronaut – Follows two female engineering students trying to hold on to their identity, ambition, and to each other in a system designed to wear them down. ​ Mirv-“ish”: An Improvised Musical – Watch an entire musical created right before your eyes, completely unscripted and sung on the spot! We take an audience suggestion and turn it into a one-night-only musical masterpiece! ​ Sinner: A Musical Tragicomedy About Breaking Up With Jesus – A musical tragicomedy about growing up in the Alberta Bible Belt, where virtuosic vocals, irreverent humor, and unforgettable songs collide in a hilarious and cathartic reckoning with faith, family, and freedom. ​ Snacey! – Snacey has not been the kindest snake and is afraid no one will show up to her birthday party! When her past behaviour slithers back to haunt her, Snacey must shed her evil ways and grow into a new version of herself. ​ Songs for Moby Dick – A movement-based operatic epic about beauty, nature, humanity and destruction, based on the novel by Herman Melville. ​ Unsung: The Accidental Villains of History – A toe-tapping, knee-slapping musical about the unknown figures behind history's greatest disasters.

Toronto Tempo Play with Pride Night

Celebrate Pride Month with the Toronto Tempo at Play with Pride Night presented by Sephora on June 27 at Scotiabank Arena. As the Tempo take on the Phoenix Mercury, fans can enjoy an evening that brings together basketball, entertainment and community while celebrating 2SLGBTQ+ fans, athletes and creators. The game marks a milestone moment for the franchise as the Toronto Tempo make their first-ever appearance at Scotiabank Arena. The night will also feature live performances from Nina Sky, Charlotte Day Wilson and Function10, Pride-themed activations, giveaways, and exclusive limited-edition merchandise created in partnership with Peau de Loup and Round21. The first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a complimentary Sephora x Tempo Pride T-shirt. Whether you're a basketball fan, a Pride supporter, or simply looking for a unique night out in Toronto, Play with Pride Night promises an unforgettable celebration of sport, culture and community.

Whimsical Oddities: A Collective Art Experience & Maker's Market

We’re opening our doors at @arcadiahousingcoop for a showcase of unique handmade art, pottery, jewelry, and more. Come meet our talented artists, enjoy live music, and find a special treasure to take home! ✨ 📍 Where: 680 Queens Quay W 🗓 Sat, June 27, 2026 (2-5PM) Support local, celebrate creativity, and connect with your community. We can’t wait to see you there! 🏠

brOWN//out

brOWN//out is the south asian community stage at Pride Toronto. Join us for an incredible show in 2026! June 27, 2026, 2-5pm at Mill St Wellesley Stage (across the street from the Wellesley TTC station). FREE to attend! Featuring: Fame Grandpa, DJ TRINIDADDY, VIVICA, Huck King Filarious, Bebo Dabish Queen, Babe Sapien, Sushmita, Mars Alexander, Guy Anabella, Dr. Dirty Digoonious, Optimal Tease, Bad Shah, Sanjina DaBish Queen, Shanika Sunrise … and more! It’s been 15 years since the first brOWN//out & We Won’t Stop! As the “south asian”* community stage, brOWN//out celebrates the magnificent multiplicity of our communities, and is a space for singers, dancers, drag and burlesque artists, DJs and more. With a mix of first time and established artists, we’ve been honoured to present artists like Sushmita, Vivek Shraya, Zaiba Baig, ROSINA, D!XON, BOIBND, Optimal Tease, and many more. *the term “south asian” is used strategically: there is no way to adequately represent all the complexities of identities connected to “South Asia,” which can include diasporic, Nepali, Tamil, Indo-Caribbean, brown, Fijian, Maldivian, mixed-race, Pakistani, and more. Visit www.brownout.ca / @brownoutstage on IG to learn more.

ELECTRIC ISLAND: 2026 CANADA DAY – SATURDAY

FIFA Fan Festival Toronto

Bottled Cocktail Workshop!

If you’re looking for the perfect DIY project, have we got something special for you. This event begins with an introduction to the process of bottled cocktails. You’ll learn the practical skills involved in a building a balanced and shelf stable recipe, choose from more than 50 possible combinations of spirits, bitters, liqueurs, and more! Each guest will take home their own 12 oz wax sealed bottled cocktail! What’s included Welcome cocktail on arrival Short interactive lesson on cocktail history & bottling technique Cocktail Workshop – a chance to test out your recipe first! Bottling Workshop – combine your ingredients, create a label, and seal it in wax! Tickets are extremely limited for this event, all professional bar tools provided, and no experience needed! Past & other 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!

GAY DREAMS

She’s daytime, she’s brimming with joy, she’s Queer with a capital Q, and she’s lakeside (*gasp!*). Gay Dreams is your Pride Saturday danceateria with a view of the water, DJ sets that radiate sunshine, an all-star cast of dancers… it’s an easy-breezy new party that feels like home. This year’s headliners are Beyoncé Renaissance opener, New York DJ, Producer, model, actress, Papi Juice regular @mayamargaritayes ! Please stretch before floating down to party with us. MM’s blend of cunt percussions, Latin club sounds and scream-out-loud anthem mixing is a wild ride. We’re also bringing Pittsburgh’s @jellyfishpgh ! Together they are an unstoppable, unrelenting, high-energy duo mixing house, chugging 80’s rhythms and global sounds that will make poppers feel like a gentle breeze. They blew our gay minds at last year’s Honcho Campout…and we’re so excited to have them and Maya entertaint you from sundown to stars out. That’s not all of course! Toronto’s Freakers Corner founder, DJ, party monster, Plantasia regular, and radio host – @meagerbeaver (AKA Trustfall) will open the day. Expect uplifting, float-y sounds you’ve never heard before… the perfect soundtrack to start your Pride Saturday. And… last but not least, I’ll round out the local lineup, bringing you exactly what you’ve come to expect – feel-good, vocal house bangers for LIVING. More fun details to be announced, but until then, gather your girls, wrangle your chosen family, RELEASE YOUR INHIBITIONS ~ as the prophetess foretold ~ and dance until the sun sets over a Pride Saturday that dreams are made of. Ticket link is in my bio. One $55 ticket (+fees and taxes) for ALL!

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. Texas Rangers

The Adjuster

Noah Render (Elias Koteas) is an insurance claims adjuster who attends to his clients’ every need—including their sexual ones. His wife, Hera (Arsinée Khanjian), is a government censor who spends her days and nights obsessively watching pornography for both work and pleasure. When they become involved with Bubba (Maury Chaykin) and Mimi (Gabrielle Rose), a wealthy couple with a taste for kinky role-playing, the Renders’ lives are turned upside down in this surreal puzzle from Atom Egoyan. Criterion Collection Pair with Curious Minds // Toronto: Cinema City – with Eric Veillette – Week 3: Classified by the Ontario Board of Censors (Saturday, June 20).

Celebrating Toronto: African Cultural Music Showcase for Toronto

In keeping with Toronto's FIFA World Cup 2026 theme, "the World in a City," our organization will deliver a Community-driven Event "Celebrating Toronto: African Cultural Music Showcase for Toronto 2026" that will celebrate Toronto's diversity, African music and culture, and foster meaningful community engagement. This free, open, safe and accessible outdoor public celebration will feature live stage musical performance, friendly soccer match, dance, barbecue, supporting acts to build community excitement and youth engagement activities. This event will bring together artists, community members, visitors and tourists to experience the diversity and vitality of African and diaspora cultures.

Music Toronto/COSE: Echo Chamber & Gentileschi Baroque Ensemble

Gentileschi Baroque Ensemble is a dynamic period instrument ensemble dedicated to uncovering and performing the extraordinary music of women composers from the Baroque era. Echo Chamber presents Five Postcards from Canada , a vivid musical journey across the country through works by leading Canadian composers Marjan Mozetich, Carmen Braden, Derek Charke, Alice Ho, and James Rolfe. Each piece offers a distinct sonic “postcard,” reflecting the diverse landscapes, cultures, and artistic voices that shape Canada’s musical identity. Taking place in the Aperture Room, a light filled space on the top floor of a beautifully restored building just north of Yonge and Dundas Square, each COSE event will be as much a social gathering as it will be an opportunity for musical discovery. #3 in a 3-part COSE (Celebration of Small Ensembles) Series $40 (3-ticket pass: $100)

Celebrating the SPIRIT OF ALOHA

Amanda Rheaume

Agifted songwriter and storyteller, Amanda Rheaume weaves history, resilience, and heart into her music, creating anthemic, guitar-driven songs that resonate across generations. A Citizen of the Métis Nation of Ontario with deep Red River roots and Anishinaabe relations from Lac Seul, Rheaume’s performances are both a celebration of identity and an invitation to listen, learn, and connect. With a sound steeped in Heartland Rock and infused with the spirit of Métis fiddle and storytelling, Rheaume’s music expands the genre’s boundaries, giving voice to histories and experiences often left untold. Her newest album, The Truth We Hold, takes listeners on a journey across the homelands, uncovering moments that have shaped Métis history—from landmark court battles to hidden injustices—while celebrating the strength, joy, and interconnectedness of the Métis people. Beyond the stage, Rheaume is a tireless advocate and community builder, co-founding Ishkode Records and the International Indigenous Music Summit, and playing a key role in the Indigenous Music Office. Her commitment to raising Indigenous sovereignty in the music industry drives all her work, ensuring that Indigenous artists and stories are heard on their own terms. Sounds Like Toronto – Sounds Like the World is generously supported by the City of Toronto through the Community Celebration Support Fund.

Awake and Dreaming w/ Forever Temporary, She Burned Them & Tribunals Inc

BROKE AND LOUD! Live Music The Monarch Tavern

Come to The Monarch Tavern on June 27th at 7pm for bands The Queue, The Pinkies, and Held Up for great drinks and amazing music. Bands will be performing a mix of original and cover songs, playing tracks from The Cranberries, Arctic Monkeys, The Backseat Lovers, and more! Buy tickets for $12:50: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/broke-and-loud-the-queue-the-pinkies-and-held-up-at-the-monarch-tavern-tickets-1987695868851?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Banned & Prohibited Cocktail Workshop!

From the prohibition of alcohol in Canada and the United States, to strange liquor laws and modern revolutions, we just can’t seem to make up our minds when it comes to our favourite cocktails and how to drink them. Join us for a stroll through over 100 years of history as we learn to make some controversial and absolutely delicious recipes. Do they taste better because they were banned? who knows. Absinthe, American Speakeasy recipes, weird garnishes and more! Note: We’re here to have fun, all of the ingredients and cocktails for the event are safe and legal. 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!

Ibrahim Maalouf – Trumpets of Michel Ange

Laugh It Off: Comedy Therapy with a Real Therapist

Laugh It Off is the group-therapy comedy show. You anonymously submit a real struggle, grievance, or thing you've never said out loud. Then stand-up comedian Andrew Packer and a rotating lineup of nationally touring comedians turn it into the funniest part of your week. While Andrew's actual dad, a licensed therapist of 35+ years, sits right there on stage and tells you what's really going on underneath the laughs. It's part stand-up, part therapy, and honestly unlike anything else you'll see live. One minute you're crying laughing at a stranger's disaster. The next you realize it's kind of your disaster too. What you're walking into: – A real therapist and comedians on one stage, working through your stuff in real time – Fully anonymous submissions: share as much or as little as you want, nobody knows it's yours – Stand-up, genuine catharsis, and a unique night out that's actually hilarious and weirdly good for you Andrew's a Kill Tony alum with a Dry Bar Special and JFL credits. His dad just has the credentials. Our past two shows sold out in advance. We only do this once a month, and there's truly no other show like it, so grab your seat now. "I can't believe how people opened up. I laughed and I feel like I can overcome the problems that were weighing me down." And our personal favourite, "We need to protect Therapist Jeff at all costs." Bring the thing that's been living rent-free in your head. We'll help you laugh it off, for good. $25 online, $30 at the door

Low Sky Weekend: Low Sky, Lo-Fi: An Evening of Origins

For the past twenty years, Peter Kuplowsky has championed genre and underground cinema as both a curator and independent producer. In 2026, he founded Low Sky Productions, a Toronto-based, filmmaker-driven development company dedicated to discovering, fostering and advancing original film projects into relationships with seasoned production companies. In tandem with its development stream, Low Sky is also committed to championing gonzo media, be they episodic, feature, narrative or non-fiction, through year-round film screenings and festivals. To mark the unveiling of its inaugural slate of productions, from June 26th to June 28th, Low Sky will be hosting a micro-festival of screenings across key venues in Toronto that defined Peter Kuplowsky’s career as a film curator, and showcasing films that inspired his career as a producer. This collection of short films showcase the early works of artists that LOW SKY PRODUCTIONS has either supported or is committed to supporting in the future. Peter Kuplowsky curated many of these short films during his time as a short film curator for Toronto After Dark and Fantastic Fest, and all sparked friendships that have further transformed into professional collaborations. The programme features early works from Avalon Fast, Chris Nash, Mickey Reece, Steven Kostanski, Tipper Newton and more! Learn more about Low Sky Weekend Here: https://lowsky.eventive.org/

Pride in The Six w DJ Dallas

PRIDE DANCE PARTY in Toronto w DJ Dallas June 27th, 7:00pm A massive variety of genres spanning several decades—curated specifically to keep the crowd moving! Tickets: $20 advance, $25 at the door E-transfer to: musicandfriendsdanceparties@hotmail.com, mention PRIDE in the notes section on e-transfer Allies welcome. Nice outdoor patio. Free parking. Great food available.

Scarborough Shooting Stars vs. Brampton Honey Badgers

Stuff You Should Know Live

The Blushing Brides / Tribute to The Rolling Stones

The Oneness Experience: Lee Harris & Davor Bozic

Cirque du Soleil: Luzia

Kassa Overall

Kassa Overall is a Grammy-nominated jazz artist, drummer, emcee, singer and producer. He seamlessly blends jazz, hip-hop and avant-garde experimentation into a sound uniquely his own. His music is both innovative and accessible, pushing the boundaries of genre while remaining deeply engaging. Overall has released six critically acclaimed mixtapes and albums, including I Think I’m Good and Go Get Ice Cream and Listen to Jazz . His latest project CREAM pays homage to the twin passions of his youth — hip-hop and jazz drums in the tradition of Elvin Jones. His Warp debut, ANIMALS , explores the complexities of his identity as an artist and a Black man in America, featuring collaborations with an eclectic mix of musicians, from Danny Brown and Lil B to Nick Hakim and Vijay Iyer. A graduate of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, Overall has been a driving force in the jazz world for over two decades. In 2020, he was called “one of modern jazz music’s most audacious futurists” by Pitchfork. He has toured and recorded with renowned artists like Geri Allen, Jon Batiste, Steve Coleman, Vijay Iyer, Terri Lyne Carrington, and Gary Bartz, and his production work can be heard on albums by Theo Croker, Arto Lindsay and Danny Brown. A Seattle native, Kassa Overall attended Washington MS and Garfield HS. A child drum prodigy, he taught himself to make beats on an MPC and an ASR 10 he acquired at a Seattle Police Department auction.

Mike Cannon Live in Toronto | 4 Shows Only @ Backroom Comedy Club

Mike Cannon Live in Toronto 4 Shows Only, June 26 & 27 Backroom Comedy Club | Toronto One of the fastest-rising comics in New York is coming to Toronto for 4 intimate shows only. Mike Cannon has quietly become one of the most dangerous stand-ups working today; known for his razor-sharp crowd work, brutally honest storytelling, and the kind of unfiltered comedy that feels like old-school comedy clubs before everything became safe and corporate. You’ve seen him on: Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast Chrissy Chaos Barstool Sports Comedy Central Kill Tony universe appearances and across millions of views online Now he’s bringing that raw NYC comedy-club energy to Backroom Comedy Club — Toronto’s underground dojo of funny. This is not a theatre show. This is stand-up the way it’s supposed to be: low ceilings, real comics, no bad seats, and absolutely nowhere to hide. If you’re a fan of podcast comedy, New York club comics, or uncensored late-night stand-up, this is the show you don’t want to hear about afterward. And with only 55 seats per show, these will sell out quickly. SHOW DATES Friday, June 26 8:00 PM 10:00 PM Saturday, June 27 8:00 PM 10:00 PM TICKETS General Admission — $35 Limited seating available. VENUE Backroom Comedy Club 814 Bloor St W Toronto, Ontario 18+ ABOUT BACKROOM COMEDY CLUB Backroom Comedy Club is Toronto’s underground comedy dojo — a raw, intimate room built for comics and audiences who still want comedy to feel dangerous, honest, and alive. No velvet ropes. No bullshit. Just killers, chaos, and the truth. Follow us on Instagram for clips, lineup updates, and future shows.

Play Dead by People Watching Collective

Rogers Centre Ballpark Tours

Saturday Night Rockers ft Muzic Souljah and Split Personality

Get ready to rock out with Muzic Souljah and Slit Personality dropping beats all night long! MUZIC SOULJAH is a veteran of the Toronto live music scene. He was known back in the day as Robbie D. Licious – front man for a powerhouse 14-piece Funk / RnB band that was a fixture at the legendary BamBoo Club on Queen West. These days, he fronts Toronto’s smoothest and rudest foundation reggae band, SPLIT PERSONALITY – a 7-piece ensemble of musicians of the highest order, who have been making a serious mark on our local scene over for the last few years. We’re thrilled to have them for this instalment of our monthly live reggae series, where they’re certain to sound their best, on our top ranked sound system, controlled by world-class sound engineers.Doors open at 8pm, and the performance starts at 9pm SHARP!It should also be noted that the concert will be followed by an all-vinyl DJ party that all attendees are welcome, and encouraged, to stick around for. Support by City of Toronto's Music Office BSMT 254 is a live music and DJ venue with top ranked sound that specializes in introducing the people of Toronto to music they should really get down with. Website: www.bsmt254.com Instagram: @bsmt254toronto Email: connect@bsmt254.com

Toronto Jazz Festival presents Hiromi's Sonicwonder

Over more than 20 years as a recording artist, the jazz piano phenomenon Hiromi has shifted seamlessly from one spellbinding project to the next. In the process, she’s earned a reputation as one of the most explosive live performers in jazz history and a global ambassador for the art form. Her many triumphs include an NPR Tiny Desk Concert that has racked up 2 million views; the opportunity to represent her native Japan with a performance at the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo; 2024 winner for Best Music Score for the animated feature film Blue Giant (Award of the Japanese Academy); and a GRAMMY Award for a collaboration with fusion hero Stanley Clarke. Her artistry is — to borrow a descriptor the New Yorker favored — “dazzling.” In 2023, she released Sonicwonderland, debuting perhaps the most expressive, dynamic and versatile working band of her career. Called Hiromi’s Sonicwonder and featuring Hadrien Feraud on bass, Gene Coye on drums and the trumpeter Adam O’Farrill, the group furthered Hiromi’s distinctive musical alchemy: the spirit of classic jazz-rock fusion melded with classically rooted virtuosity, entrancing funk, pop flourishes and, through O’Farrill’s trumpet, acoustic jazz’s state of the art. The album also did a remarkable job of capturing Hiromi’s mastery as a live entertainer. As the Guardian noted, “Sonicwonderland is perhaps the closest thing to Hiromi’s onstage exuberance.” But that was only the beginning. Over the past two years, Sonicwonder has continued to tour and work together consistently, advancing their deep chemistry and fearless sense of interplay. The results can be heard on Hiromi’s new Concord release and 13th studio full-length album, OUT THERE, in which the group’s powerful rapport meets the pianist’s astonishing abilities as a composer on equal footing.

Toronto Soccer Club Crawl: Knockout Saturday · Football Nights ·

Group stage ends today. Knockouts start tomorrow. 4 downtown clubs, 1 wristband, 8 PM–4 AM. 19+.

Atlantic Jazz Collective (Night 2 of 2)

The Atlantic Jazz Collective is a group of 3 JUNO award-winning artists from Canada’s Atlantic Region. Saxophonist Mike Murley and bassist Jim Vivian are veterans of the Canadian jazz scene and recently returned home to Halifax, NS (Murley) and St. John’s, NL (Vivian) after decades of living in Toronto. Pianist Florian Hoefner moved to St. John’s from New York City in 2014 and now serves as Assistant Professor of Jazz Studies at Memorial University. Born out of the Atlantic Jazz Nights concert series at the Arts and Culture Centre in St. John’s, the Atlantic Jazz Collective’s mission is to develop and promote jazz in Atlantic Canada and beyond through exciting international collaborations. The group presents their debut album “Seascape (Alma Records, May 2025) that features revered UK-based vocalist, Norma Winstone. Winstone has participated in iconic recordings that have shaped the direction of modern jazz and have set standards for vocal recordings. She was featured as vocalist and lyricist on Wheeler’s influential Music for Large and Small Ensemble (1990, ECM Records). Her 1987 ECM album Somewhere Called Home was described as “one most original yet idyllic of vocal jazz recordings” by Allmusic. The ensemble will be completed by one of the outstanding drummers of the Canadian scene, Ottawa native, Nick Fraser. The repertoire includes reimagined versions of pieces by Maria Schneider, Kenny Wheeler, John Taylor, Ralph Towner, Steve Swallow and others. A brilliant wordsmith whose timeless, poetic lyrics have set the standard for the contemporary jazz art song, Winstone has written original lyrics to these previously instrumental pieces.

Dressing the Abbey Exhibit

Quique Escamilla

JUNO Award winner, Quique Escamilla, is a Mayan-Mestizo singer songwriter born and raised in the tropical land of Chiapas, Mexico. Today he is an international touring artist and producer based in Toronto, Canada. Escamilla reemerges with his compelling and powerful new single, “No Kings Around,” set to release this spring, following a self-imposed and controversial U.S. tour cancellation in January 2026 and indefinitely – amid a heated political climate and an inhuman hunt against Latin Americans and U.S. citizens at the hands of ICE. His new chant-like and anthemic call to freedom confronts the U.S. administration’s tyrannic ways at home – toward millions of Latinos and its own citizens – while it attacks nations abroad, from Palestine to Iran, Cuba to Venezuela, and threatens the rest of the world. Quique’s message is urgent, defiant, and deeply human: a call for the resistance that pulses through every people. Alongside his signature powerful voice and passionate delivery, Quique introduces a song in English – bridging language and culture to share the untold histories of Indigenous peoples across the Americas. Backed by a unique fusion of traditional Mexican huapango and electrifying guitar-driven sounds, this marks a bold new step: a huapango song in English designed to linger in the mind and move the spine. No Kings Around is the first advance from his upcoming full-length album, which amplifies Indigenous voices across the Americas while confronting old and new colonialism, imperialism, racism, and xenophobia – on the contrary, the album embraces the diversity of Indigenous cultures, identities, and languages that define the ONE American continent, from north to south, and all nations of the world. Sounds Like Toronto – Sounds Like the World is generously supported by the City of Toronto through the Community Celebration Support Fund.

Salsa Saturday w SWA – Salseros with Attitude + DJ Van Gogh!

Saturdays, 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, Canadian Latin Award nominees SWA Salsa Orchestra fuse traditional salsa with the rhythms of hip-hop, R&B, and soul, putting an urban twist on traditional Latin American sounds.

CB Pride: Queer Love = Power!

CLOSER: Goth x Industrial x Dark EDM Night at Hard Luck Toronto on Jun 27 2026

E11EVEN Toronto Pop-Off Series at FYE Ultraclub

Celebrity hotspot, E11EVEN Miami , is bringing its signature nightlife experience up north with ​​the official E11EVEN Toronto Pop-Off Series at FYE Ultraclub during this summer’s global fútbol tournament. Saturday, June 27th headliner: Themba Join the party for a taste of Miami nightlife with E11EVEN’s one-of-a-kind ultraclub format with top DJs, live performances, themed entertainment, special guest appearances, and after-hours events tied to key tournament moments. Experience “Where the World Comes to Play” from match day to midnight moments. Tickets are on sale now for celebrations from June 13 to July 4.

Main Event

New Ho Queen: FRUIT

Saturday, June 27 // Doors 10PM // Full-Venue Tickets $15 – $60 + fees Don't think. Just bite. Details coming soon. About New Ho Queen New Ho Queen is a nightlife collective of Trans and Queer Asian artists working across music, performance, design, fashion, and film. Since 2018, they’ve been creating vibrant, safer party spaces for people to connect, celebrate, and center Queer Asian joy. Rooted in community, their work moves between nightlife and cultural programming. They’ve hosted thousands of attendees and commissioned hundreds of QTBIPOC artists, building a space where Asian artists are seen at their best. New Ho Queen is currently a Party-in-Residence at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre (2024 – 2026), and has been featured in W Magazine. New Ho Queen is part of Buddies Queer Pride 2026. Visit buddiesinbadtimes.com/pride for all events and shows.

SAT: The Official Electric Island Afterparty | 4AM LAST CALL

Tashan Presents: Aanokhã©

Underground Pride: Toronto Edition 2026

The most exciting and affordable Pride party is back! Underground Pride is back for a 3rd year and we are now bigger than EVER. We're taking over the iconic Longboat Hall. 2 floors, 400 capacity, 1 party. The city is not ready. Yes, tickets are still $15. Yes, we still have our $5 Vodka Bar. With a line-up of artists who are shaking up the entertainment industry as we know it, Underground Pride creates an unforgettable night experience where the party is part of the performances and the performances are part of the party. Simultaneously, the event series has become the most affordable Pride party in the country, ensuring that pride always remains accessible. This year's event will begin with a special tribute to Michelle Ross: the late Jamaican-Canadian drag queen who paved the way for a generation of Black performers and transformed the face of the Toronto's Gay Village in the 80s/90s.

Wiggly & Proud 8: Toronto's most infamous Pride Party [10pm-7am]

Saturdays inside #WiggleRoomToronto are the #HomeofBouncyBeats June 27 – WiGGLY & PROUD 8 [10pm – 7am] Happy Pride Month @ Wiggle Room DEKOZE / Barroness / Maximiliano [DC] / Sean Starr [FL] / Melanie Sutherland / Nour We love Pride month in Toronto, and to celebrate, join us for the 8th annual Wiggly & Proud celebrations. Advance Tickets: Super Early Wigg ler: $20 Early Wiggler: $25 Advance Wiggler: $35 the Wiggler: $40 Performers: 10-11:30 Melanie Sutherland 11:30-1 Maximiliano 1-3 DEKOZE 3-4:30 BARRONESS 4:30-6 Sean Starr 6- 7 Nour + VJ SEKs ** NEW ** Options for prepaid table/ticket packages (ONE ticket = everything mentioned): 1) The 3rd Wheel: $363 includes: 3 General Admissions; 1 Bottle of (BG) Vodka on Special 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 separate of admission) ATM on site Full Bar Service 21+ event hosted by: Wiggly Events / 1lvl1 Entertainment / Sunshine Frequencies / Wiggle Room Toronto Co hosts- Paul , Melanie, Shawn, Shirley, Jason, Gerry, DTM, Lindsay, Nour, Tanya, MoMo ~ 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 to not 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 quite 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 (bar) are all available. ~ Wiggle Wiggle ~ 772 Dundas St West

Ikebana Inspired Floral Workshop

A floral workshop for female leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives featuring an Ikebana-inspired arrangement, guided lesson, networking, and refreshments.

Meet the Author: Vivek Verma | Mahatma Among the Revolutionaries: Disturbed India of the 1920s

Meet author Vivek Verma in person to discuss his book, ask questions, and get a signed copy of Mahatma Among the Revolutionaries: Disturbed India of the 1920s.

Downtown Toronto Ribfest

A BBQ rib festival at Sankofa Square featuring rib vendors, free admission, and food-focused programming. Event hours vary by day; live music is not included.

Casa Loma General Admission

FIFA Fan Festival Toronto

Free Friday Night at MOCA

Meet you at MOCA for Free Friday Night! Join us on Friday, July 3 from 5–9 pm. Admission is free, and all exhibitions are open to explore. Bring a friend, wander the exhibitions, take in MOCA’s striking architecture, and enjoy snacks and drinks at Forno Cultura, open until 9 pm on Fridays. This season, experience Kimsooja ’s Dimensions of a Needle, spanning Floors 1 and 3 through textiles, film, and ceramics. Step into Sara Cwynar ’s image saturated world in Baby Blue Benzo Beta on Floor 2. In our South Stairwell, pause and reflect with Thenjiwe Niki Nkosi ’s Suspension, an audiovisual work capturing the intensity and pressure of athleticism on the world stage. Make Free Friday Nights a part of your monthly plans. Book your ticket in advance to ensure entry.

Fun Philippines Toronto Food and Music Festival

Fun Philippines Toronto 2026 bursts to life with its exciting theme, “The Philippines Shared with the World,” inviting visitors to embark on a joyful cultural adventure. From July 3–5, 2026, the stunning Harbourfront Centre transforms into a lively slice of the Philippines, where the waterfront comes alive with the country’s famous warmth, rich traditions, and irresistible energy. Fun Philippines Toronto proudly serves up a mouthwatering feast of authentic Filipino favorites, from pancit, lumpia, sisig, and BBQ to halo-halo and ube desserts plus the show-stopping lechon (whole roasted pig). Wander through a curated marketplace brimming with handcrafted Filipino arts and crafts and take home a piece of the Philippines. Experience Filipino hospitality at its finest, creating a vibrant, feel-good atmosphere where families, friends, and travelers come together to laugh, dance, and celebrate culture. The festival dazzles with world-class Filipino and mainstream performers, electrifying live music, colorful traditional dances, visual arts, and engaging cultural showcases that fill the air with excitement.

Arts in the Parks: The Love Nest

Hatched by filmmaker and multidisciplinary artist Fraser Collins, The Tweetations takes audiences on a fantastical journey celebrating the connection between Black music, nature, and our most glamorous, unusual, and iconic friends: birds. Blending playful performance with music, dance, comedy, and storytelling, the event brings to life a diverse cast of birds portrayed by a team of fabulously feathered performers. The Tweetations Presents: The Love Nest is a free, family-friendly, interactive musical revue at sunset, transforming Memorial Park into a harmonious retreat. The event is designed to spark community connection and shared cultural experiences while exploring the many shades of love – romantic, platonic, familial, self-love, and love for the natural world.

Come Play Werewolf @ TABLE Food Hall [3]

Calling all game enthusiasts in Toronto! REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join Werewolf Toronto for a fun-filled afternoon where we will be playing 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. This particular session is free, but support the venue with the purchase of a drink or food item! Please remember kindness, respect, and safety for all. Find out more about Werewolf Toronto www.sites.google.com/view/wwto

Taste of Lawrence 2026

Get ready for a special edition of Taste of Lawrence as we kick off the summer and celebrate the world’s biggest game in unforgettable fashion! ⚽🎉 Join us July 3–5 for Scarborough’s largest street festival, bringing together incredible food, culture, music, entertainment, and community from around the world. Organized by the Wexford Heights BIA, the festivities begin Friday, July 3 with an exciting Opening Ceremony & Parade at 6:00 PM. This year also introduces the brand-new TOL Soccer Hub, featuring free soccer activities, watch parties and game screenings, giveaways, interactive experiences and special programming inspired by soccer nations from around the world. Festivalgoers can also enjoy non stop live entertainment, a lively main stage beverage garden, thrilling midway rides and family attractions throughout the weekend The Rising Stars Talent Showcase returns to spotlight emerging talent from across the GTA, and we’re excited to welcome back the crowd-favourite The Ultimutts Animal Actors Show, bringing incredible tricks, laughs, and family-friendly entertainment for audiences of all ages. Complete our festival survey for a chance to win an all-inclusive trip to Antigua and Barbuda along with many other exciting giveaways. Come celebrate food, music, culture, and the spirit of Soccer at Taste of Lawrence 2026!

Taste of the Middle East Toronto Arabic Festival 2026

Taste of the Middle East Toronto Arabic Festival 2026 Join us for the 9th Annual Taste of the Middle East Toronto Arabic Festival , taking place July 3–5, 2026 , at Nathan Phillips Square in downtown Toronto. As one of Canada's largest celebrations of Arab culture, the festival brings together music, food, art, dance, entertainment, local businesses, and community organizations for an unforgettable weekend experience. Following a record attendance of more than 75,000 visitors in 2025 , over 90,000 attendees are expected in 2026 from across the GTA, Canada, and around the world. Enjoy: Live music and cultural performances Authentic Arabic cuisine and desserts Family-friendly activities and entertainment Artisan vendors and community exhibitors Cultural showcases and interactive experiences Special guests and FIFA World Cup-themed programming Festival Hours Friday, July 3: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Saturday, July 4: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday, July 5: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Location Nathan Phillips Square 100 Queen Street West Toronto, ON M5H 2N2 Admission: Free Experience the sights, sounds, and flavours of the Arab world in the heart of Toronto.

SlowNotion w/ Akimbo, Siddarth Kota & Midnight Munchies

The Pussycat Dolls: PCD FOREVER TOUR

Tortoise

Cirque du Soleil: Luzia

Killer B Cinema Presents: Banglar Superman!

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s Banglar Superman! Join us on July 3rd for a Superman you’ve never seen before! Oh, and there is dancing! Advanced tickets are $5; tickets at the door are $8 (Space is limited, and tickets sell out fast)! Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1991276454479?aff=oddtdtcreator Doors open at 7:30 pm, and the movie begins at 8:00. *NO outside food or drinks; please buy food and drinks from the venue. *All films have closed captioning. Movie info: In this gloriously unauthorized Bangladeshi superhero spectacular, young Robin is blasted to Earth just before General Zod, Ursa, and a suspicious Klingon named Non capture his parents. Raised by a Christian missionary and gifted with superhuman powers, Robin must save the world, rescue his family, romance the mysterious jungle woman Sheila, and somehow squeeze several musical numbers into the middle of an interplanetary crisis. Featuring Video Toaster flying effects, delightfully deranged cosmic villains, and enough copyright violations to make a lawyer spontaneously combust, Banglar Superman is a bona fide cult-cinema treasure not to be missed. Bangal Superman has been captioned exclusively by Killer B Cinema. You won’t see another version of it elsewhere! Bangal Superman stars Danny Sidak, Nuton, Nasir Khan, and is directed by Iftekhar Jahan. 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.

Miss Melera (All Boat Long)

Maitreya w/ Sweet Fiend, To Be Continued & Leach

Rogers Centre Ballpark Tours

Dressing the Abbey Exhibit

MADVKTM

Jai Wolf | Club Babu Tour

KPOP RAVE

One Direction x Justin Bieber Dance Party

Wr records release party: tomy villacorta | 4am last call

Friday July 3: TOMY VILLACORTA | Chris Campos Junior Lopez | MACG 4AM LAST CALL Join us for the release party of Tomy Villacorta and MACG's new single GO BACK, the soundtrack for your summer nights, reimagining a timeless Spanish classic — a hypnotic Afro House groove packed with deep rhythms, soulful energy, and pure dancefloor emotion. Also featuring a bouncy Tech House remix from Chris Campos built for peak-time club moments. Advance Tickets: Early Wiggler: $20 The Wiggler: $25 Performances: 10-11 MACG 11-12:30 TOMY VILLACORTA 12:30-2:30 CHRIS CAMPOS 2:30-close Junior Lopez 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 ~ 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

Emo Night Toronto at Sneaky Dee's

Guided Tours of Scotiabank Arena

Curator Tour with Rui Mateus Amaral

Join MOCA’s Artistic Director, Rui Mateus Amaral, for an exclusive, in-depth tour of Kimsooja: “Dimensions of a Needle” and Sara Cwynar: “Baby Blue Benzo Beta.” Moving through the galleries, Amaral will reflect on key works, from suspended textiles and video to ceramics and photographic series, exploring how Kimsooja engages themes of handcraft, female labour, migration, memory, and transformation. Amaral will also explore how Cwynar’s work disassembles these images to reveal the power they exert over personal and collective imagination. This is a unique opportunity to gain deeper insight into these contrasting exhibitions, and see them from a curatorial perspective.

Party on the Promenade

Get your heart pumping as we discover the beats, brews, and biceps of the College Promenade neighbourhood. On this walk, we’ll explore this lively stretch of College Street known for its nightlife, recreation, and local landmarks, from the West End YMCA to the iconic Matador Club. We’ll revel in the area’s historic music scene while hearing stories of gathering and change, from its early history and the now-buried Garrison Creek to the Italian, Portuguese, and Latin American immigrants who shaped the neighbourhood.

22nd Annual Caribbean Children Foundation Boat Cruise

On Saturday, July 4, 2026 , step aboard the River Gambler for an afternoon that brings both together, an incredible summer experience with a powerful purpose behind it. This is where great energy, music, and people meet a cause that matters. Every ticket supports life-changing medical care for children, turning a beautiful day on the water into something far more meaningful. You’re showing up to give, to connect, and to be part of something bigger… all while enjoying one of the best vibes of the summer. Giving never felt so good! Boarding @ 12:00 PM | Sailing: 1:00–5:00 PM Tickets: $70 | 19+ Event | Lunch included | Cash bar Music by DNA Sound Spots go quickly every year !!! Secure your place NOW : https://the-caribbean-children-foundation.bloomtickets.ca/event/1062 For VIP or sponsorship inquiries: info@tccfangels.com | 647-483-3393 Good vibes. Great people. Real impact. Every ticket makes a life-saving difference. From the bottom of their hearts, our TCCF angels thank you. ❤️

BRESH

Mosaic Workshop with Clay With Me

Join us on Saturday, July 4, for a special collaboration with Clay With Me and create your own mosaic. Turn broken fragments into something beautifully whole while exploring the basics of mosaic design in this hands-on workshop. No experience needed, all are welcome. Guided by your instructor, you’ll choose your tiles and learn how to safely use hand-held cutting tools to shape them. You’ll finish your piece with grout and leave with a completed, coaster-sized mosaic to take home with you. Space is limited, sign up today!

&Me and Adam Port

The Soundgarden

idobi Radio Summer School w/ Honey Revenge & more

Lubbock Lights w/ Blackflower, New Guns & All Has Fallen

Nagata Shachu Launches Guild Festival Theatre's 2026 Season

Guild Festival Theatre’s 15th summer season launches with a special performance by Nagata Shachu . Join us at the Greek Theatre in Guild Park & Gardens on July 4th as Scarborough’s renowned taiko group leads an outdoor drum and movement workshop at 6:30pm using authentic Japanese hand-drums. The workshop will be followed by a thunderous and heart-pounding performance to kick off our summer at the Greek Theatre at 7:00pm. Thanks to the support of Arts in the Parks, this special season launch event is free so there’s no need to purchase a ticket. Simply bring a blanket or cushion and enjoy the show – though of course donations in support of the theatre are always welcome! In case of inclement weather please visit guildfestivaltheatre.ca/seasonlaunch for up to date information. Guild Festival Theatre’s 2026 Season is presented by ARC Insurance & Financial Services Inc.

Chrissy Chlapecka

Kes – Roots, Rock, Soca Tour

You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine

Singer. Songwriter. Poet. Icon. John Prine was an artist’s artist with a list of admirers and collaborators that cut across musical genres and generations. You Got Gold: A Celebration of John Prine captures a star-studded tribute to the legendary songwriter, filmed in October 2022 at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. The event brought together acclaimed artists, friends, and family to share behind-the-scenes stories and perform classic songs, honoring Prine's enduring legacy. Prine, widely celebrated as one of history's greatest songwriters, captivated millions of fans and earned the admiration of icons such as Bonnie Raitt, Brandi Carlile, Tyler Childers, Lucinda Williams, Dwight Yoakam, Jason Isbell, and Bob Weir, amongst many others, are featured in the film performing on the Ryman stage for this special celebration of his life and music. With performances by Brandi Carlile, Kacey Musgraves, Tyler Childers, the War and Treaty, Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle, Bonnie Raitt, Dwight Yoakam, Jason Isbell, Kurt Vile, Lyle Lovett, Allison Russell & JT Nero, Valerie June, Nathaniel Rateliff, The Milk Carton Kids, Swamp Dogg, I’m With Her and the Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir.

Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire – Sing a Song All Night Long

BLANK w/ Blemish, Thorns & Underhook

Paul Oakenfold

The Church: THE SINGLES: 1980-2025

The Strike plus special guest

Toronto Soccer Club Crawl: Final Stretch · Last Saturday Game

Round of 16 Saturday + July 4 energy. Last Football Nights crawl of the run. 4 clubs, 1 wristband, 8 PM–4 AM. 19+.

Vishal Mishra Live In Concert – Pagalpan Tour

Hafla Fou' Al Satou7

NITE BAZAAR: Alt Sounds from the South Asian Underground

808 Gate – Trap & Bass

808 Gate is a high-octane electronic experience built for those who crave maxed-out energy and unapologetic bass. We are tearing down the walls between internet-born digital chaos and heavy underground club culture. The music inside the gate is a relentless, fast-paced collision of styles. We are bridging the gap between explosive, glitchy hyperpop bangers and massive trap anthems, all riding over deep, gritty 140 BPM weight. Expect sinister sub-bass, rapid-fire rhythms, and distorted EDM frequencies designed to push the venue's sound system to its absolute limits. Catch heavy-hitting sets from nsen, Spacedawg, Spiderette, T3MPURA, and Z3RØDAY. Follow @ticketedevents on Instagram for more accessible & affordable experiences.

E11EVEN Toronto Pop-Off Series at FYE Ultraclub

Celebrity hotspot, E11EVEN Miami , is bringing its signature nightlife experience up north with ​​the official E11EVEN Toronto Pop-Off Series at FYE Ultraclub during this summer’s global fútbol tournament. Saturday, July 4th headliner: TBA Join the party for a taste of Miami nightlife with E11EVEN’s one-of-a-kind ultraclub format with top DJs, live performances, themed entertainment, special guest appearances, and after-hours events tied to key tournament moments. Experience “Where the World Comes to Play” from match day to midnight moments. Tickets are on sale now for celebrations from June 13 to July 4.

GMONEY & DEANDRA | Manzone & Strong | 4AM LAST CALL | Footi Party

Sat July 4: GMONEY & DEANDRA Manzone & Strong | Cozmic Cat | My Girl Tuesday ~ 4AM LAST CALL ~ For one night only… GMONEY & DEANDRA go BACK TO BACK for an extended father & daughter set that’s guaranteed to be unforgettable. Two generations. One booth. Zero limits. Advance Tickets: Early Wiggler: $20 The Wiggler: $25 Performances: 10-11:30 My Girl Tuesday 11:30-1 Cozmic Cat 1-3 GMONEY & DEANDRA 3-close Manzone & Strong 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: Wiggly Events; and Wiggle Room Toronto; Sunshine Frequencies ~ 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

Jonathan Rosa x Sam Haze + Friends | 4AM LAST CALL

Bangerz Only: 2010s Dance Party at Sneaky Dee's – Jul 4 2026

Breathtaking Gardens presented by Soul Expansion

Not Your Average Painting Workshop – Intuitive Abstract

bymonina is collaborating with Toronto's oldest curated flea market, The Toronto Flea in Leslieville! In this workshop, you'll have a once-in-a-lifetime experience to explore intuition through the subtle act of painting. Unlike traditional painting workshops, there will be no image to copy from – the inspiration is you. Intuition is defined as the ability to understand immediately without conscious reasoning. Painting requires small decisions at every turn – what colour colour should I use? What paintbrush do I like? How much pressure should I apply? The goal of this workshop is to be able to answer low stakes questions without hesitation – trusting your body to lead you in the right direction. What to Expect Light meditation to set your energy for the workshop Acrylic painting and intuitive abstract lesson 4 Card Group Tarot Reading by Jaycee from @the.mindfulawakening Healing card to inspire your process 1-1 Guidance throughout the workshop Access to blue & white acrylic paint, primed canvas, range of paintbrushes and palette knives BYOB (Bring Your Own Blanket) Mini Take-Home spiritual healing kit @the.mindfulawakening Whether you’re a curious beginner or a creative soul, this workshop is an experience in connecting with your intuition through the act of painting. All materials provided (except BYOB Bring Your Own Blanket). This is a safe and welcoming space. ​ Rain or shine , settle into an unforgettable experience under the canopy of Ashbridge Estate's willow tree. Come with an open mind and a curious soul, leave with a canvas that’s entirely your own. Be sure to follow @thetorontoflea for all market updates and @bymonina to watch the journey. Subscribe to Toronto Flea Market Newsletter here: https://torontoflea.com/home After the workshop, check o ut the flea market – Support Local! Workshop led by Monina Cepeda (bymonina) , Filipino-Canadian intuitive abstract artist and small business owner of bymonina ceramics. Alumni instructor at Art Works Art School and previous exhibitor at J.D. Carrier Art Gallery and Art Space Connect Gallery. Monina approaches workshops with a playful and open nature. Get ready to laugh!

TWO FRIENDS

The Next Stop is… ART!

As we rocket from station to station, explore the art that adorns Toronto’s subway system. Hop on the TTC with us and discover the murals, mosaics, and designs hidden in plain sight. Our subway stations are not just critical infrastructure for public transportation. They are also dynamic sites for cultural and artistic expression. On this tour, we’ll explore the 70+ year history of public art in Toronto’s transit landscape, from station architecture and design, to forgotten tilework of the 1950s, to the contemporary murals of today.

Toronto Tempo vs. Dallas Wings

Aj Christou + Friends | Paloma 1 Year Anniversary

PENELOPE (Portugal), Cosmic JD & Aaron Santos, Nicholas Nothing, RY/N

Anjunadeep

Canada Day Celebrations

Celebrate Canada Day with live music, food vendors, family fun, and a fireworks finale that lights up the night.

Canada Day Celebration with Badminton Canada

Badminton Canada hosts a free family Canada Day celebration with face painting, games, crafts, popcorn, candy floss and an outdoor badminton court.

Vaughan Celebrates Canada Day

City of Vaughan's annual Canada Day celebration featuring stage entertainment, activities for all ages, a food zone and a vendor marketplace.

UNIONVILLE CANADA DAY CELEBRATION

Celebrate Canada Day with entertainment by the Kindred Spirits Orchestra. Enjoy music from your favourite movies, Broadway and light classics.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Round of 32

FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 knockout match at Toronto Stadium (BMO Field). Kickoff 7:00 PM ET. Teams to be determined.

Vaughan Celebrates Concerts in the Park - Taylor’s Story: Tribute to Taylor Swift

Outdoor concert featuring Taylor’s Story, a tribute to Taylor Swift, at Chancellor District Park. Refreshments available for purchase.

Carabram - Brampton’s Multicultural Festival

Stoney Creek Ribfest

A family-friendly rib and beer festival featuring BBQ ribbers, live music all weekend, a beer market, and a Battle of the Ribs contest at Eastgate Square.

Vibrant Brampton

The 11th annual Vibrant Brampton Festival features four days of music, culture, food, art, and community, with themed festival days, live performances, family activities, and free admission.

Vaughan International Music Festival 2026

Free, family-friendly music festival featuring Canadian artists, food vendors, a beer and spirits garden, and interactive activations at Assembly Park – South VMC.