Festivals & Events

The City produces dozens of major events, inclusive cultural programs and celebrations to highlight the vibrancy and diversity of Toronto, attract tourism and promote local and national artists. The Festivals & Events Calendar features all City-produced events alongside hundreds of events created by the community.

Festivals & Events Calendar

Browse the City of Toronto's Festivals & Events Calendar and discover concerts, art exhibits, film screenings, theatre listings, family events and more.

Welcome to Winter

Get outside and enjoy all that winter has to offer in the city, starting with new Rink Socials at your local rink. February-March, 2019.

High Park Cherry Blossoms

Each Spring thousands of people visit High Park to take part in the century-old Japanese tradition of Sakura Hanami or "cherry blossom flower viewing."

Youth Week Toronto

Celebrate the abilities and talents of Toronto's youth in the areas of civic engagement, recreation, arts and sports. May 1-7, 2019.

Doors Open Toronto

Explore more than 100 architecturally, historically, culturally and socially significant buildings across Toronto. May 25-26, 2019.

Cultural Hotspot

This year Cultural Hotspot shines a spotlight on the vibrant arts, culture and community in north Etobicoke and York. May-October, 2019.

STOMP Urban Dance Competition

Hundreds of young performers take to the stage to showcase their urban dance styles. June 2, 2019.

Scarborough Sunday Concert Series

Enjoy live performances by orchestras, big bands Jazz ensembles and more at the Scarborough Civic Centre twice a month from September to June.

More City-Produced Events

There's even more great events scheduled for later in the year. Plan ahead to attend upcoming arts and culture, food, heritage, music and sporting events.