Your Guide to the City’s Must-See Entertainment.
June 4–14, 2026 | The 34th Toronto Jewish Film Festival (TJFF) returns this summer, bringing audiences an engaging celebration of cinema, culture and storytelling. Taking place in theatres with online screenings available through June 23, 2026, the festival once again offers film lovers the opportunity...
August 30 – September 6, 2026 | Ashkenaz Festival , one of Toronto’s most anticipated cultural events, is set to return in 2026 as the Ashkenaz Festival once again brings together artists, musicians and audiences from around the world. The festival promises an exciting week...
August 28 – 30, 2026 | Toronto’s waterfront will come alive with the return of TAIWANfest, a vibrant cultural celebration presented in partnership with Harbourfront Centre. This year’s theme, Islands in the Wind, invites visitors to explore the shared histories, identities, and artistic expressions...
June 18 – 20, 2026 | Canada’s largest South Asian music and arts festival is set to reach a major milestone this summer as DESIFEST celebrates its 20th anniversary in Toronto. This festival promises a vibrant, multi-day celebration of music, culture, and community....
June 12 - 14, 2026 | College Street West, stretching between Shaw Street and Bathurst Street, will once again host the Annual Taste of Little Italy, one of Toronto’s most cherished summer street festivals. This multi-day event transforms the historic neighbourhood into a bustling celebration...
August 6 - 16, 2026 | Now in its 37th year, the SummerWorks Performance Festival returns to Toronto from August 6 to 16, 2026, transforming the city into an expansive stage for innovative and boundary-pushing work. Known for activating both traditional venues and unconventional spaces,...
May 22 – September 20, 2026 | From sizzling street food to vibrant performances and artisan vendors, the Ontario Asian Night Markets festival series is set to transform communities across the province from May to October, 2026. Organised by Night Markets Toronto, this multi-city celebration...
June 13 - August 2, 2026 | Every summer, Toronto Caribbean Carnival transforms the city into a vibrant celebration of Caribbean heritage, artistry, and community spirit. Known as North America’s largest festival of its kind, this multi-week event brings together music, food, costume design, and...
August 14–16, 2026 | The Japan Festival CANADA 2026 returns to Mississauga Celebration Square, transforming the heart of the city into a lively showcase of Japanese culture, cuisine, and creativity. This free, family-friendly event continues to grow in popularity, drawing visitors from across the Greater...
August 7–9, 2026 | After a two-year absence, the Taste of the Danforth is set to make a vibrant return to Toronto this summer. This iconic street festival will once again transform Greektown into a lively celebration of Greek culture, cuisine, and community....
