10 things to do in Toronto this week (June 8-12)

It’s another thrilling week in the city, and there are tons of things to do in Toronto. Summer weather is finally here, and we’re so stoked. That means more outdoor adventures, patio outings with friends and an intoxicating city vibe shift.

Want to know what’s going on in the city? Here are 10 of the best things to do this week in Toronto.

Are you the type of person who knows absolutely everything? Maybe you’re a trivia pro! If you are, make your way to Snakes and Lattes on May 19 for an evening of general knowledge fun.

When: Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: 600 Bloor St W.
Cost: $12+

Need a midweek pick-me-up? Head to the Drake Lounge for a chef-curated sushi board and $10 sake cocktails. DJ Gil Masuda will be spinning the best, groovy hits from ’70s and ’80s Tokyo. Think funk, jazz, boogie, and soft rock.

When: Tuesdays (June 9, 2026)
Time: 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: The Drake Hotel – 1150 Queen St. W.
Cost: $37 sushi boards, $7 sapporo and $10 sake cocktails

According to a press release, this exhibition will feature a curated selection of iconic works spanning the artist’s career and lasting cultural impact.

The showcase will bring together works produced posthumously over the past 25 years by the estate. These include the newest release, King Alphonso, 1982/2025.

This work is a limited-edition screenprint of 60 pieces and reflects recurring themes found throughout Basquiat’s career, which include power, identity, race, and mythology.

When: Until Thursday, June 11, 2026
Time: Gallery hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Taglialatella Galleries — 99 Yorkville Ave.
Cost: Free

A pink double-decker bus will be rolling through the streets of Toronto, bringing in Canada’s first afternoon tea experience served in motion. Here’s what to know about High Sociétéa.

Though we’ve seen our fair share of jaw-dropping, questionable, and even shocking scenes in the city, there’s nothing quite like this.

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: Thursday, June 11, 2026
Time: Thursdays to Sundays from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. through June
Where: Departure and return are from a central downtown Toronto spot (details after booking)
Cost: $125 +

Rain or shine, you’re covered… Literally! The Underpass Park Farmers Market is nestled underneath the Eastern Avenue overpass. Here you can find several local vendors, prepared foods, drinks, a neighbourhood lounge, and even live music. You’ll want to purchase all the local goods, from fruits and veggies to drinks to skincare products, dog treats, and more. Be sure to admire the insane street art while you’re there!

When: Every Thursday until Oct. 15, 2026
Time: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Underpass Park, 29 Lower River St.

Down for some trivia? Head to The Fortunate Fox for what organizers claim is “hours of pop culture mayhem, hosted by the QE team.” Expect high energy, high BPM, and zero boring questions.

When: Thursday, June 11, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: The Fortunate Fox, 280 Bloor St. W.
Cost: Free

If you need any World Cup plans, make your way to Stackt Market from Thursday, June 11 to 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: Thursday, June 11 to Sunday, July 19, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. (closed Mondays)
Where: STACKT market, 28 Bathurst St.
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: Thursday, June 11 to Sunday, July 19
Time: 60 minute bookings daily
Where: 235 Queens Quay W
Cost: Free (first come, first served)

Head to the Yonge + St. Clair neighbourhood for their Midtown Kickoff starting Thursday, June 11, to Sunday, June 14. Two outdoor parking lots will be taken over by a free, soccer-inspired festival site with a pop-up soccer field, Jersey pop-up shops, festival food vendors, food trucks and more.

When: Starting Thursday, June 11, to Sunday, June 14, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 30 Alvin Ave.
Cost: Free

Another immersive experience is in Toronto, and this time it’s brought a vibrant, dreamlike world to life. Claude Monet: The Immersive Experience will feature over 300 of Monet’s creations, transforming them into interactive works of art.

When: Running until spring 2026; Daily times, closed Tuesdays
Time: Timed entries
Where: YZD — 30 Hanover Rd.
Cost: $32.90 for adults, and $24.90 for children

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Karen Doradea

Managing Editor, Toronto – Karen is a multimedia journalist based in Toronto. With a strong knowledge of reporting and editing through all forms of media, she has a true passion for storytelling. She carries several years of journalistic experience and has covered the Toronto scene from local stories to national news. When Karen isn’t publishing fire content, you can find her binge-watching sitcoms on Crave, at a must-try restaurant, or scrolling endlessly on TikTok looking for the next best thing – News never sleeps.

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