It’s another thrilling week in the city, and there are tons of things to do in Toronto. Summer-like weather is here, and we’re so stoked for all the fun that’s to come. That means more outdoor adventures, patio outings with friends, and an intoxicating city vibe.
Want to know what’s going on in the city? Here are 10 of the best things to do this week in Toronto.
Throughout the summer, Havana Nights will host a lineup of weekly programming aimed at keeping the rooftop buzzing. Every Thursday night, guests can enjoy QUE RICO, a free event beginning at 8 p.m., featuring DJ ADUBZ. Sundays will see live music evenings, too!
As for sips and eats, expect a Bumbu rum-inspired cocktail menu served in vintage glassware and curated by bar manager Aaron Hatchell.
Think timeless cocktails like Mojito highballs, tropical fruit flavours, Champagne by the glass, and more. Havana Nights will also offer snacks and small plates such as fresh ceviches served with plantain chips, mini Cubano sandwiches and Croquetas de Jamón.
When: Tuesdays to Thursdays and Sundays
Time: Evenings
Where: Evangeline at the Ace Hotel Toronto — 51 Camden St.
Cost: Varies
This community-driven “Pay What You Can” mindful movement series takes place at Hotel X. Every Tuesday evening in July from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., unwind with a vinyasa flow session. Proceeds will go towards supporting the CAMH HeART Lab.
When: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Time: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Stanley Barracks — 115 Princes’ Blvd.
Cost: $5 donation or pay what you can
If you needed something fun to do besides all the FIFA excitement, the Ontario Science Centre has a new interim space at the Harbourfront Centre.
The new space will offer indoor and outdoor science and technology programming for visitors of all ages. It will also support waterfront tourism and STEM education until the new, permanent Ontario Science Centre opens at Ontario Place in 2029, according to its Instagram page.
When: Open daily
Time: Sunday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday until 8 p.m.
Where: 235 Queens Quay W.
Cost: $15
Enjoy an outdoor celebration of Vietnamese cuisine, culture, and live entertainment all happening at Nathan Phillips Square. It’s going to be a delicious weekend.
When: Thursday, July 16 to Saturday, July 18, 2026
Where: Nathan Phillips Square — 100 Queen St. W.
Time: Thursday from 6 to 11 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Make your way to The Well this Friday for an all-new outdoor sweat series hosted by lululemon. “Each series will feature a workout class, open to all levels, led by lululemon ambassadors in the community,” share organizers. “Choose what’s best for you with a variety of classes, including Yoga, Pilates, and HIIT, all taking place outdoors in the summer air.”
Register online.
When: Friday, July 17, 2026
Time: 9 to 10 a.m.
Where: The Well — 486 Front St. W.
Cost: Free
FIFA Fan Festival Toronto has been quite the hotspot to catch all the World Cup action. Now until Sunday, July 19, 2026, the event is streaming live match broadcasts, keeping you fed and quenched, and making sure you’re entertained. General admission is free, but you must get tickets online to reserve your spot.
And trust us, they go quickly.
When: Select game days until Sunday, July 19, 2026
Where: 250 Fort York Blvd.
Time: Varies
The summertime event is marking its 25th spectacular season, set to enchant audiences starting Sunday, June 21. Each year, the Toronto Music Garden is transformed into a breathtaking open-air theatre, where music and nature intertwine in perfect harmony.
Locals and visitors alike are invited to experience the magic, as the sounds of talented Canadian artists and international names fill the garden with melody, rhythm, and soul, all completely free of charge.
When: Thursdays and Sundays from June 21 to Aug. 27, 2026
Time: Thursdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 4 p.m.
Where: Toronto Music Garden — 479 Queens Quay W.
Cost: Free
Sport Chek is transforming Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre into a massive soccer destination with the launch of a new free fan experience – a floating futsal pitch. It’s a nearly 130-foot field installed directly on the water.
The floating soccer field opens on Thursday, June 11 and runs until Sunday, July 19, when the tournament concludes. Admission is free, and 60-minute sessions can be booked online and on a first-come, first-served basis.
When: Until Sunday, July 19, 2026
Time: 60-minute bookings daily
Where: 235 Queens Quay W.
Cost: Free (first come, first served)
A pink double-decker bus will be rolling through the streets of Toronto, bringing in Canada’s first afternoon tea experience served in motion.
Though we’ve seen our fair share of jaw-dropping, questionable, and even shocking scenes in the city, there’s nothing quite like High Sociétéa.
It’s huge, it’s pink, and it’s moving. This double-decker experience offers a curated city tour, live violin, and a theatrical onboard experience under a panoramic glass roof with 180-degree city views.
When: Tuesdays to Sundays
Time: From 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Departure and return are from a central downtown Toronto spot (details after booking)
Cost: $125+
If you need any World Cup plans, make your way to Stackt Market daily, until Sunday, July 19, to experience the new Adidas activation.
The space will offer free admission to up to 1,200 fans daily on a first-come, first-served basis. Luckily, you won’t need to sign up in advance or secure tickets online. But considering Toronto loves a lineup, you may want to get there early.
Expect watch parties on a 13.5′ x 24′ screen, eat from vendors offering food tailored to the tournament, including specially curated menus on select days, check out their 20’ x 10’ soccer activation where fans can try the adidas Predator or F50 boots, and so much more.
When: Daily until Sunday, July 19, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. (closed Mondays)
Where: Stackt Market — 28 Bathurst St.
Cost: Free
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