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10 things to do in Toronto today

The last day of Taste of the Danforth stands as the biggest event in Toronto today. Elsewhere, the Waterfront Night Market, JerkFest and the beer garden under the Gardiner are all wrapping up for the season. A big zine show, outdoor film screening and beach party are on as well.

  • Events you might want to check out
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • August 12
      Browse through hundreds of unique books, comics, music, zines, hand-made crafts, and prints at this all-day exhibition, featuring over 95 vendors.
      Polish Combatants' Hall (SPK)
    • August 12
      The last Sunday Social is upon us and this beer garden is going out with a final round of food, games and music by KyVITa and Amai Kuda et les Bois.
      The Bentway
    • August 12
      After last weekend's cancellation, PCB is back with lasers, lights, fog machines and a lineup of dreamy DJs like San Fransisco's Honey Soundsystem.
      Cherry Beach
    • August 12
      It's Vienna, and when tourists Jesse and Céline meet, adventure ensues during the second last instalment of this year's Christie Pits Film Festival.
      Christie Pits
    • August 12
      Makers from all over the city show off their crafts, lifestyle items and one-of-a-kind goods during the summer edition of this big market.
    • August 12
      Nigeria's Lady Donli arrives in Toronto for the first time to keep the vibes hot with for her soulful grooves that mix R&B with dancehall and electro.
  • Ongoing events
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • August 9-12
      There's still time to take in Caribbean culture during the last day of this big celebration, featuring traditional food, dance, music and entertainment.
      Centennial Park
    • August 10-12
      It's the last day of one of the year's biggest festivals with every kind of Greek dish, plate-smashing, a kids zone, performances and more.
      Greektown
    • August 10-12
      The final day for this big annual waterfront market has lots in store, with over 100 vendors offering Pan-Asian street food, shopping and activities.
      Ontario Place
    • August 11-12
      You can still get your paws on some vegan goodies at this big festival, featuring vegan food and drink, a marketplace and lots of activities.
      Fort York National Historic Site
Lead photo by

Hector Vasquez at Zine Dream


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