8 best things to do in Toronto this weekend, Canada Reviews

This weekend’s forecast calls for some rain, but don’t let that stop you from enjoying summer in Toronto! From Canadian icons Rush and Broken Social Scene to a massive taco fest, these are the best things to do in Toronto this weekend.

Rush at Scotiabank Arena

It’s finally here: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson are reuniting for Rush’s 50 Something reunion tour, all in honour of drummer Neil Peart (who passed in 2020). Expect to hear all your favourite hits and deep cuts and get a little nostalgic when they take the stage on Friday and Sunday.

Grange Festival 2026

Join Toronto’s oldest outdoor festival for its 85th year! Grange Festival 2026 features performances by local artists, free games and community tables, as well as plenty of fun festival foods like hot dogs, ice cream, snow cones, popcorn and cotton candy.

Electric Island

There are only two more opportunities this summer to enjoy a concert on the islands! Electric Island is back this Friday and Saturday with performances from artists like Boris Brejcha, Ayybo, Devault and Nitin.

Toronto Country Fest

Starting this Thursday and running until Aug. 23, the Distillery District will be transformed into the Toronto Country Fest! Expect line dancing, mechanical bull riding, plenty of live country music performances and even a Ferris wheel.

Taco Fest

Toronto Taco Fest is back this weekend  with 175 varieties of tacos and 250 hot sauces! Enjoy three days of signature creations by restaurants like Chente’s Taqueria, Ghost Taco, Rebozos Taqueria, Ricks Good Eats and Birria Catrina.

Boots and Hearts Music Festival

Travel just a little outside the city for a massive country festival! Boots and Hearts Music Festival is bringing artists like the Jonas Brothers, The Chicks, Rascal Flatts and more to Ontario for three days of boot-stomping fun.

JerkFest Toronto

JerkFest Toronto is back! Explore four immersive cultural zones across three days, with performances by local and international artists, Caribbean food demonstrations, workshops and Island Village, a local vendors market.

Metric, Broken Social Scene and Stars at RBC Amphitheatre

Three Canadian bands who also happen to be longtime friends are joining forces for a tour, and they’ll be bringing it to Toronto on Friday! Metric, Broken Social Scene and Stars are on the road for the All the Feelings tour, where they’ll be playing some new and old hits.

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