10 things to do this weekend in Toronto (July 10-12)

July is here, and we’re about to light it up this weekend. Like always, there are tons of things to do in Toronto this weekend that will make you want to head out and get some fresh air. From FIFA World Cup games to outdoor parties and experiences, you’re about to have a busy weekend.

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

All of the best Latin vibes in one delicious brunch party. Rumba is back in the city, and it’s taking over Tulum on King Street. From the hottest tracks by DJ Sebasounds to bottomless mimosa and tantalizing cuisine, the fiesta is going to be a hot one. And stick around into the evening for the party portion of the event.

Book your reso ASAP.

When: Sunday, July 12, 2026
Time: Brunch from noon to 5 p.m., party from 3 to 8 p.m.
Where: 291 King St. W.
Cost: Free entry with an OpenTable reservation

St. Clair West is about to transform into the ultimate Latin fiesta for an entire weekend as TD Salsa on St. Clair returns for two unforgettable days. Expect the streets to come alive with stunning performances, irresistible cuisine, high-energy music, and nonstop dancing, according to organizers.

When: Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, 2026
Where: St Clair Avenue West from Winona Drive to Christie Street
Time: Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

For two full days, the Festival of South Asia will bring family fun activities, food, shopping, live entertainment, and more to the east end.

Make your way to the Gerrard India Bazaar, located on Gerrard Street East between Coxwell Avenue and Glenside Avenue. It’ll be one event you don’t want to miss.

When: Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12, 2026
Where: Gerrard Street East between Coxwell Avenue and Glenside Avenue
Time: Noon to 11 p.m.

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 until 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

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: 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+

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.

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

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 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 July 19 to experience the 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

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

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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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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