Apr
25
to Apr 27

Coca-Cola Spiced Mobile Truck Tour

Thursday, April 25 to Saturday, April 27
12 PM to 8 PM Daily

It’s Coca-Cola, only spiced! Coca-Cola Spiced launched early this year, creating quite a buzz. With a blend of the iconic Coca-Cola taste and burst of raspberry and spiced flavors, it’s hard to resist. Our mobile truck is traveling across the nation offering free samples so everyone can experience the new Coca-Cola Spiced.

Learn more at coca-cola.com/coca-cola-spiced

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Jun
1
11:00 AM11:00

HungaroFest

Step into the heart of Hungarian culture and heritage at our festival on June 1, 2024, in Toronto's vibrant Yonge-Dundas Square. Experience the rich flavours of Hungarian cuisine, from hearty goulash to sweet chimney cakes. Enjoy live concerts featuring talented musicians and dancers, showcasing both traditional folk tunes and contemporary interpretations, as well as musical singers and new popular bands from Hungary. Explore a marketplace brimming with diverse products, including artisan crafts and unique souvenirs. Join us for a celebration of traditions and cultural diversity, where admission is free, ensuring everyone can partake in this unforgettable event.

For more information, visit hungarofest.ca

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Jun
7
to Jun 8

Desifest

Saturday, June 8, 2024
11 AM to 11 PM

Experience the vibrant tapestry of South Asian culture at DESIFEST, Toronto's iconic music festival returning for its 18th year. Join us on June 8th for a free 12-hour extravaganza of music, dance, art, and culinary delights, showcasing Canadian talent. From soulful rap to electrifying DJ sets, DESIFEST promises unforgettable performances. Indulge in delicious South Asian cuisines, explore traditional and contemporary art, and join the joyous dance celebrations. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a cultural extravaganza that unites communities. Come together and create cherished memories at DESIFEST – where music, dance, and culture collide in a spectacular showcase.

For more information, visit desifest.ca

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Jul
27
to Jul 28

Canadian Multicultural Peruvian Festival

Saturday, July 27, 2024 | 9 am to 11 pm
Sunday, July 28, 2024 | 10 am to 9 pm

Enjoy fun prizes, food, entertainment in our celebrity stage and feel embraced by our Peruvian culture celebrating Peru’s 203º Independence Day.

The GTA lays claim to more than 20,000 residents of Peruvian ancestry; Peru echoes of a glorious history, rich heritage, and unique sights draw visitors to Peru around the world. At the Festival, visitors have the opportunity to experience being ‘Peruvian for the Day’, but the Festival is much more than a celebration of the Canadian Peruvian heritage — it is also a celebration of Canada’s multiculturalism. We have diversity of Multicultural dishes at the heart of Toronto so that our audience can enjoy tasty multi-ethnic dishes. Yes, there is Food, Food, and more Food. There will be loads of free, family-friendly entertainment on our Celebrity Stage will feature everything from Peruvian, Latin American and Multicultural folk, from Pop to Salsa, merengue and much more. More than 20 free performances.

For more information, visit www.peruviantown.com

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Apr
11
1:00 PM13:00

Parkinson Canada’s World Parkinson Day Celebration 2024

As part of World Parkinson’s Day, we want to bring Parkinson’s awareness to the heart of Toronto. In collaboration with Martha Johnson and Dancing with Parkinson’s, we will showcase the strength, resilience, and patience of our community through the release of Martha and Company’s new song “Slow Emotion” and participation in a sit-to-stand initiative happening across the country during the day. This initiative aims to log the most sit-to-stands in honour of Parkinson’s awareness. 

Note:  A sit-to-stand is the transitional movement of going from a seated position to an upright standing position. This motion is one of the most important and energy-consuming basic motions in everyday life and is difficult to complete by those affected by Parkinson’s. 

Learn more at parkinson.ca/parkinsons-awareness-month/

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Mar
29
to Mar 31

M&M’S Great Taste Immersive Experience

Friday, March 29 | 1PM-8PM

Saturday, March 30 | 10AM-8PM

Sunday, March 31 | 10AM-6PM

M&M’s is excited to unveil a larger than life OOH installation with a goal to bring people together through the power of fun.

Located at Yonge-Dundas Square, the focal point of Toronto’s downtown community, M&M’S invites Canadians to join in on the fun and joy.

M&M’S purpose is to champion the power of fun to create a world where everyone feels they belong. After all, fun is meant to be inclusive for all.

The M&M’S installation will be at Yonge-Dundas Square, the focal point of Toronto’s downtown community, from March 29th to March 31st to celebrate the spirit of funkind.

Follow M&M’S across social media platforms using #ForallFunKind and become part of the funkind community celebrating together.

Facebook: @mmscanada | Instagram: @mmscanada

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St. Patrick’s Parade of Toronto
Mar
17
12:00 PM12:00

St. Patrick’s Parade of Toronto

The St. Patrick's Parade returns to downtown Toronto on Sunday, March 17. It is an amazing afternoon filled with music, dance, floats, and fun! 

The Parade kicks off at noon at the corner of St. George and Bloor. Hockey executive Brian Burke is the Grand Marshal of the 2024 Parade. Burke will lead marchers east across Bloor before turning south down Yonge Street. The Parade will end at Yonge & Dundas Square.

Members of the Toronto Professional Firefighters Association will be collecting cash and canned goods on the Parade route in support of the Daily Bread Food Bank.

This event is free to attend and fun for all ages. It takes place during March Break which makes it perfect timing for tourists and Torontonians to enjoy. Throw on something green and join us. We hope to see you there!


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Urban Illumination
Mar
7
6:00 PM18:00

Urban Illumination

  • SLC Auditorium, Toronto Metropolitan University (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Hosted by Yonge-Dundas Square in partnership with TM U

Thursday, March 7, 2024, 6 pm to 7:30 pm

341 Yonge Street Toronto, ON M5B 1S1

Get ready for a FREE talk with those who bring the vibrant lights, music, and art to urban centres, including the heart of Toronto. Join us on Thursday, March 7, at 6:00 PM at the Toronto Metropolitan University on Victoria Street to learn more about the transformative power of art and science in public spaces. Moderated by TMU Associate Professor Dave Colangelo and featuring panellist TMU architectural science student Sam Hardwicke-Brown, mirari’s creative director Gonzalo Soldi, and RAW Design intern architect Suleman Khan.

After the talk, make sure to immerse yourself in a magical atmosphere with the dazzling displays and interactive installations such as Biolumen at Yonge-Dundas Square and Downtown Yonge BIA’s Illuminite. Don't miss out on this unique experience that celebrates creativity and community. 


Register for the free Urban Illumination at eventbrite.com/urban-illumination.

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Mar
1
to Apr 1

BIOLUMEN by Radha Chaddah x RAW Design

DAILY from 12 pm to 10 pm

Experience the enchantment of Music and Light

Biolumen by Toronto's own Radha Chaddah and RAW Design is an immersive art experience where art, science, and nature elegantly merge.

As night falls, these forms glow from within, projecting colorful beams of light that dance around you, transforming the space into a glowing ocean with an ambient sonic landscape that evolves over time with your interaction. Biolumen will captivate your senses as it invites you to reconnect with nature in a profound way.

Learn more at ydsquare.ca/biolumen

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THE COORS LIGHT CHILL TRAIN BRINGS “CHILL” AND EPIC PRIZES TO TORONTO ON ITS JOURNEY TO THE BIG GAME
Feb
8
to Feb 9

THE COORS LIGHT CHILL TRAIN BRINGS “CHILL” AND EPIC PRIZES TO TORONTO ON ITS JOURNEY TO THE BIG GAME

Thursday, February 8 - 8 am to 7 pm and Friday, February 9 - 8 am. to 7 pm

A subzero spectacle has arrived in Toronto! Coors Light’s iconic, Chill Train, is officially back to bring chill across North America. After a 12-year hiatus, it’s heading to this year’s Big Game as the star of Coors Light’s first-ever bespoke Big Game ad in Canada and it has left a frozen wake in its path, dropping a trail of precious cargo filled with epic prizes.

Notice the chill tracks in your city? Here’s how you can take part and win big ahead of the Big Game:

  • Eligible locals of legal drinking age can check it out for a chance to instantly win BIG prizes like a Game Day Bundle to deliver the chill to your Big Game party, a Coors Light Mini Fridge, or limited edition Chill Train merch, and be entered for a chance to win a trip to next year’s Big Game event*.
      *Must be 21+. No purchase necessary. Mathematical skill-testing question applies.

For full contest details, visit coorslight.ca/thechilltrain

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The Rotary Club of Toronto's Tree of Remembrance (Dec 7 to 24)
Dec
24
11:00 AM11:00

The Rotary Club of Toronto's Tree of Remembrance (Dec 7 to 24)

December 7 to 24
Special Kick-off Event: December 9 from 5:30 to 6:30pm

The Rotary Club of Toronto's Tree of Remembrance returns to Yonge-Dundas Square standing at 40ft tall — double the size of last year's tree! The tree will stand throughout the month as a poignant symbol of unity and the resilience of community spirit. 

Visitors can donate to get a yellow ribbon to write a message to a loved one and attach it to the tree. This fundraising initiative supports local charities through The Rotary Club of Toronto and its Foundation.

More at: rotarytoronto.com

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Winter Glow
Dec
14
to Dec 23

Winter Glow

Get your Winter Glow on in the heart of the city!

Winter Glow takes place December 14 to 23.

Hours
Monday to Friday: 4pm to 10pm
Saturday & Sunday: noon to 10pm

Winter Glow is a great way to spend an evening out with friends, part of a date night, a spot for family fun, or a holiday shopping break.

EVENT DETAILS

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Red Arrow
Dec
14
11:00 AM11:00

Red Arrow

Don't miss Red Arrow down at Yonge-Dundas on December 14th from 11 am to 2 pm. Red Arrow will be commemorating their first anniversary of operating in Ontario with a brand-new facelift and public party! Take a preview of the interior of the bus and receive travel vouchers and lots of festive cheer.

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The Rotary Club of Toronto's Tree of Remembrance (Dec 7 to 24)
Dec
7
to Dec 13

The Rotary Club of Toronto's Tree of Remembrance (Dec 7 to 24)

December 7 to 24
Special Kick-off Event: December 9 from 5:30 to 6:30pm

The Rotary Club of Toronto's Tree of Remembrance returns to Yonge-Dundas Square standing at 40ft tall — double the size of last year's tree! The tree will stand throughout the month as a poignant symbol of unity and the resilience of community spirit. 

Visitors can donate to get a yellow ribbon to write a message to a loved one and attach it to the tree. This fundraising initiative supports local charities through The Rotary Club of Toronto and its Foundation.

More at: rotarytoronto.com

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Under the Big Yellow Tent
Nov
25
12:00 PM12:00

Under the Big Yellow Tent

An afternoon of free fun and entertainment to honour Disaster Relief and Community work under a big yellow tent at Yonge-Dundas Square! ALL ARE WELCOME! Meet and learn about inspiring people who are making a real difference through betterment programs here in Canada and internationally.

Presented by the Scientology Volunteer Ministers, host of disaster relief and humanitarian groups devoted to help the community and make this world a better place for all.

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Celebrate Alive: A Live Gospel Music Experience
Sep
9
3:00 PM15:00

Celebrate Alive: A Live Gospel Music Experience

Join us for an incredible live gospel music experience! Bringing together the sounds of gospel, hip hop, R&B, and more, this unique event is a celebration of life, love and hope that you don’t want to miss. Featuring the Love Quest Int’l Choir, Terrance Richmond, Scribe Music, Bassie, ParaCleats, and Bxundless, this is going to be a celebration to remember!

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Intersection
Sep
2
2:00 PM14:00

Intersection

Intersection unites the creative energy of Toronto-based musical artists and collectives with special guest artists. Described by David Dacks in Musicworks magazine as combining “the diverse aesthetics of the now legendary Police Picnic... and Bang on A Can’s casual yet radical presentation of contemporary music,” Intersection truly is a festival that presents music from every direction. Through installations, improvisations, compositions, performance pieces, and more, Intersection connects both active and passive audiences with contemporary music-making. Our flagship event is an all-day music marathon at Yonge-Dundas Square that takes new music out of the concert hall directly to the streets of Toronto.

Find out more at https://intersectionfestival.org/festival

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CBS – Make it Better Together
Aug
29
4:00 PM16:00

CBS – Make it Better Together

Join Canadian Blood Services for our #SummerOfLife finale!

Our last pop-up event this summer will make donating blood and stem cells easier than ever.

The Canadian Blood Services team will be there to answer questions, hand out free swag, and help you register as a blood or stem cell donor on the spot. All of this will be taking place inside a one-of-a-kind booth to give you unique photo ops.

Our #SummerOfLife popup series aims to fill the 35,000 blood appointments that remain unfilled and to help nearly 1,000 Canadians find their life-saving stem cell match.

At our pop-up, you’ll be able to directly book your blood appointment and get swabbed to join the stem cell registry. For those who can’t join us, you can still make this your #SummerOfLife by registering online at blood.ca.

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Trinbago
Aug
26
to Aug 27

Trinbago

Trinbago Toronto is a celebration of the culture, history, and impact of the Trinidad & Tobago diaspora in Canada. The event is under the auspices of the Trinidad & Tobago Consulate in Toronto, co-presented by Tourism Trinidad Limited and the Tobago Tourism Agency Ltd., and in support of the Caribbean Scholarship Foundation. 

The Trinbagonian-Canadian diaspora in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Hamilton, and Niagara, will host a series of events, to celebrate Trinidad & Tobago’s Independence with a weekend-long event at Yonge & Dundas Square on Saturday, August 26th and Sunday, August 27th from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.

This festival presents an opportunity for our Trinbagonian-Canadian community to highlight and celebrate our accomplishments.

We are delighted to  showcase our rich and diverse culture to all Canadians.

Visit http://www.trinbago.ca/ for more information.

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African Fashion Week Toronto
Aug
25
2:00 PM14:00

African Fashion Week Toronto

Come out to watch the runway fashion show that's part of African Fashion Week Toronto. This event occurs once a year, showcasing culture-rich events and brand launch activities, bringing exposure to various designers and brands including those from out of province and throughout the world.

Instagram: @africanfashionweek

Visit https://www.afwt.ca/ for more information.

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Battle 416
Aug
18
to Aug 20

Battle 416

Friday, August 18, from 5pm - 10:30pm

Saturday, August 19, from 9am - 10pm

Sunday, August 20, from 9am - 6pm

Battle 416 began in partnership with the Philippine Independence Day Council (PIDC) and the Mabuhay Philippines Festival. The event was meant to highlight the deep-rooted love of basketball by Filipinos around the world. The initial tournament garnered unprecedented attention to the festival and attracted an audience previously unfamiliar with the event. In addition, the demographic in attendance expanded to include younger age groups and a varying array of cultural backgrounds. The event proved to be a success given that there are no other 5 on 5 outdoor basketball tournaments being held in the Greater Toronto Area.

Check out our latest blog post to learn more about how the event was started and what the weekend has in store! 

Visit https://battlecanada.ca/battle416/ for more information.

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KothuFest
Aug
13
11:00 AM11:00

KothuFest

THE LARGEST TAMIL FOOD FESTIVAL SHOWCASING FOOD, MUSIC, AND CULTURE

At KothuFest, everything we do is for the culture, and it’s been a while since we brought Toronto together. Regardless of where in Ontario, Canada, and abroad you are visiting from, we’ve got something for you! You don’t want to miss this.

More details are kothufest.com

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Everyone vs Racism
Aug
12
12:00 PM12:00

Everyone vs Racism

Everyone vs. Racism will feature a 53-foot Speedy Transport Trailer being graffitied by Jessey Pacho (Art of Phade), Kedre Browne, Skam & Alex Break, as well as a curated vendor market, and DJ’s, celebrating the Hip Hop community and culture.

The event is being run in in collaboration with MANIFESTO, BTI (Black Talent Initiative), SZTG and StreetART Toronto.

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Festival Creole
Aug
6
4:00 PM16:00

Festival Creole

Join us for the 15th edition of Festival Kompa Zouk Ontario - Celebration French-Caribbean Culture.

A full day of activities for children, Creole cooking demonstration,l gallery painting, music, educational workshops and dance!

Featuring DJ Stakz, Anie Alerte, Kelter Sax, Klasiko, Rara Jazz, Baz, DJ Best Sound, DJ Chief K and more!

Follow us on facebook for more details!

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Indonesian Food Festival
Jul
29
10:00 AM10:00

Indonesian Food Festival

The Indonesian Food Festival, organized by Indonesian Consulate General in Toronto, is an annual cultural celebration that brings together the vibrant Indonesian community in Toronto, Ontario. The festival aims to showcase the richness and diversity of Indonesian culture through food, music, dance, art and so much more.

It will feature Indonesia's culinary diversity through more than 20 food stalls, tons of pre-packaged food products, batik, as well as handicraft products. Signature dishes, such as Beef Rendang and Satay will also be served at the festival.

Click here for more information.

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