The weekend has rolled up on us faster than we thought. If you still don’t have weekend plans, don’t worry! It’s about to be a really busy weekend, Toronto. From festivals to pop-ups, workshops and more. All you have to do is show up. Here are 10 things to do in Toronto this weekend.
You won’t be disappointed.
Canada’s largest annual festival celebrating the rich diversity of cuisine, music, and art in the Western Hemisphere. And it’s free to attend.
When: July 18 to 20, 2025
Time: Friday, 5 p.m. to late; Saturday and Sunday, noon to late
Where: Nathan Phillips Square
Cost: Free
Join in on all the fun at Woodbine Park! Expect musical acts, food trucks, vendors, a beer garden, and more.
When: July 18 to 20, 2025
Where: Woodbine Park
Cost: Free to attend
Celebrate Toronto’s Black and Afro-Caribbean community with a day of BBQ, ice-cold drinks, local vendors, and live music.
When: July 19, 2025
Time: Noon to 10 p.m.
Where: Stackt Market
Cost: Free
The festival will feature outdoor murals, window displays, and public art installations. Lots to see and do!
When: July 19 and 20, 2025
Time: Noon to midnight
Where: Bloor Street West, between Dufferin Street and Lansdowne Avenue
Cost: Free
Canada’s largest Brazilian festival is set to bring vibrant energy to a popular Toronto neighbourhood for an entire weekend of music, food, and celebration.
Make sure to hit up
When: July 19 and 20, 2025
Time: Noon to 11 p.m.
Where: Earlscourt Park
Cost: Free
Don’t miss out on the Gerrard India Bazaar to enjoy the food, drinks, entertainment, and celebration.
When: July 19 and 20, 2025
Time: Noon to 11 p.m.
Where: Gerrard Street East between Coxwell Avenue and Glenside Avenue
Cost: Free to attend
Need some fresh produce, meats and other treats?
Sundays are literally meant for farmers’ markets, and this one at Harbourfront is pretty great.
When: Saturday, July 19
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: The Commons – 235 Queens Quay W.
Cost: Free admission
On July 20, Ben & Jerry’s is making a pit stop at The Well for a limited time, offering visitors a scoop of their iconic flavours.
It’s all happening at noon, and they’ll stick around until 6 p.m., so you have enough time to head to The Well if you’re out and about.
And with this heat? We’ll take all the help we can get.
When: July 20, 2025
Time: Noon to 6 p.m.
Where: The Well
Cost: Free
Beginner-friendly sewing and upcycling workshops led by Studio Dialectica and the Shared Bag. Here, you can learn how to make your own denim tote bag, hem, sew buttons, or upcycle garments into new pieces. Sign up for individual classes on Eventbrite.
When: Until July 20, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Stackt Market
Cost: Varies depending on activity
This summer, the team is showcasing Romeo & Juliet, one of the most loved Shakespeare plays. It will be the sixth time this specific play has been done in High Park.
When: Runs until Aug. 31, 2025
Time: Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 7 p.m.
Where: High Park
Cost: $29+ tax
And there you have it! Enjoy all the things to do in Toronto this weekend.
Recent Posts:
Ontario companies shine bright in new ranking of Canada’s best workplace cultures
A charming Ontario hamlet is home to an all-inclusive spa located in a castle
