10 things to do this weekend in Toronto (June 26-28)

Goodbye June, Hello July! We’re up for another fabulous weekend in the city, and it’s the final weekend of the month. That means we have to make the most of it. Luckily, there are tons of things to do in Toronto this weekend that will make you want to head out and get some fresh air.

Here are 10 of the best things to do this weekend in Toronto.

Though the Toronto Jazz Festival has been in full swing, the final weekend of musical acts is now upon us. Free open-air performances to major ticketed events, get your tickets to the last few performances.

The full schedule of performances can be found online.

When: Friday, June 26 to Sunday, June 28, 2026
Time: Varies
Where: Varies
Cost: Free to priced tickets

Get ready for a fusion of culture, music, food, and good vibes at JAPA: The Block Party.

“Experience the vibrant atmosphere of a block party with food straight from the motherland,” shares organizers. “Dance to the beats of live DJs. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind celebration.”

When: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: 4 p.m. to late
Where: Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St.
Cost: $22.90

This new musical experience is set to bring big artists and global headliners to what Harbourfront is describing as “a completely reimagined open-air venue.”

Expect alt-folk shows and ’90s hip-hop dance to community block parties, Pride celebrations and a Caribbean soca fete, too. This Saturday, GAY DREAMS will take the stage, and tickets are on sale.

When: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: 3 p.m.
Where: Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
Cost: $69+

The Taste of the Junction kicks off on Saturday, June 27, welcoming all to enjoy a one-day outdoor market and cultural celebration. Enjoy over 50 vendor booths offering everything from delicious bites to stunning creations. Lots to do, lots to see!

When: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Green P parking lot at 385 Pacific Ave.
Cost: Free

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

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 June 29, 2026; daily times, closed Tuesdays
Time: Timed entries
Where: YZD — 30 Hanover Rd.
Cost: $32.90 for adults, and $24.90 for children

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: Thursdays to Sundays
Time: 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 +

Sport Chek transformed 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)

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

Picture this: it’s a beautiful summer weekend, the sun is shining bright, and you’re rolling out your yoga mat in the middle of one of Toronto’s most stunning gardens. Breathtaking Gardens is a new Sunday morning wellness series set against one of Toronto’s most striking backdrops.

According to Casa Loma, each session will begin at 9 a.m. and run until 11 a.m. It’ll begin with a collaborative wellness class led by a community leader in yoga, pilates, or stretching before moving into the Soul Expansion experience led by Freddy Gervasi and The Band of Souls.

Doors open at 8:15 a.m., event starts at 9 a.m.

When: Every Sunday until Aug. 30, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. and run until 11 a.m.
Where: Casa Loma – 1 Austin Terr.
Cost: $64+

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