{"id":4112,"date":"2023-09-01T03:21:04","date_gmt":"2023-09-01T03:21:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/?p=4112"},"modified":"2023-09-12T16:32:32","modified_gmt":"2023-09-12T16:32:32","slug":"august-long-weekend-festivals-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/august-long-weekend-festivals-events\/","title":{"rendered":"AUGUST LONG WEEKEND FESTIVALS &#038; EVENTS"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"b12171e95ca29a06569361a76d0dc3e3\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6144103376590397\" async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>As the summer sun gradually gives way to the crisp embrace of fall, there&#8217;s no better way to bid farewell to the season than by embracing the Labour Day long weekend. Whether you&#8217;re a music lover, a foodie, a history enthusiast, or simply seeking family-friendly fun, Ontario has something for everyone. Join us as we explore some of the most anticipated festivals and events happening across the province during this Labour Day long weekend.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">GTA REGION<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-4116\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.40-PM-485x300.png\" alt=\"An acrobat performing in front of a crowd\" width=\"485\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.40-PM-485x300.png 485w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.40-PM.png 571w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 485px) 100vw, 485px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theex.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">CNE<\/a> in Toronto features a blend of everything \u2014 thrilling rides, international cuisine, live performances, shopping, and more. It&#8217;s the perfect place to spend a day or even the entire weekend as there is so much to see. <a href=\"https:\/\/torontobuskerfest.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Toronto International Buskerfest<\/a>, happening September 1 &#8211; 4th at Woodbine Park, transforms the park into a whimsical wonderland of mesmerizing performances by talented street artists.This annual festival delights visitors with its eclectic mix of acrobatics, music, comedy, and visual arts. Prepare to be dazzled at the 4th <a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfestival.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Toronto Dragon Festival<\/a>, featuring Asian street food, live performances and the unprecedented water show extravaganza performed in Nathan Phillips Square from September 1st to 3rd. The <a href=\"https:\/\/cias.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Canadian International Air Show<\/a> (CIAS) takes off Saturday, showcasing air displays of military jets, vintage warbirds and thrilling aerobatics over the course of 3-days in Toronto.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\">SOUTHWESTERN ON<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-4115\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.33-PM-500x293.png\" alt=\"Ferris wheel at a carnival \" width=\"500\" height=\"293\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.33-PM-500x293.png 500w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.33-PM.png 576w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Enjoy a family event filled with entertainment, exhibits and competitions, midway and so much more at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parisfairgrounds.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Paris Fair<\/a>, Aug 31- Sept 4th. Enjoy watching the parade at the <a href=\"https:\/\/harrowfair.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Harrow Fair<\/a> Aug 31- Sept 3rd. Enjoy agricultural exhibits, livestock competitions, crafts, baking, canning, photography, midway and food booths<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\">NIAGARA REGION<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-4114\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.26-PM-500x171.png\" alt=\"Fireworks over a waterfall \" width=\"500\" height=\"171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.26-PM-500x171.png 500w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.26-PM.png 573w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Step back in time at the <a href=\"https:\/\/marshvilleheritagesociety.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Marshville Heritage Festival<\/a>, Sept 2-4th, featuring a vintage car show, over 100 juried crafters, horse &amp; wagon rides, entertainment all weekend for all ages, Sunday Evening Concert in the Park, and more!\u00a0In St Catharines, the annual <a href=\"http:\/\/niagaragreekfestival.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Niagara Greek Festival<\/a> takes place Sept. 1- 4th. Experience a true Greek celebration with traditional music and the Kalamatiano, Tsamiko, Zeimbekiko and other Greek dances. To catch some fireworks enjoy a spectacular display of Canada\u2019s longest-running fireworks series hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaraparks.com\/events\/event\/niagara-falls-fireworks-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Niaga<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaraparks.com\/events\/event\/niagara-falls-fireworks-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">ra Parks<\/a> against the backdrop of the magnificent falls. The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.todocanada.ca\/city\/niagara-falls\/event\/merritton-lions-club-labour-day-carnival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Merritton Lions Club\u2019s Community Days Festiva<\/a>l, Sept. 1 to 4th will also feature fireworks, midways and games, vendors and market places, entertainment and more!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\">EASTERN REGION<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-4113\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.20-PM-500x170.png\" alt=\"A Ferris wheel at a carnival \" width=\"500\" height=\"170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.20-PM-500x170.png 500w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screen-Shot-2023-08-31-at-11.12.20-PM.png 581w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?client=safari&amp;rls=en&amp;q=Perth+Fair&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;oe=UTF-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Perth Fair<\/a>, Sept. 1-4th for four days of agricultural fun with agricultural displays, shows, contests, sales, vendors, food, midway, music, demolition derby and lots more. Enjoy fun for the whole family at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldsfinestshows.com\/event\/belleville-quinte-exhibition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Quinte Exhibition<\/a> featuring\u00a0entertainment, livestock shows, midway and more.<\/p>\n<p>Happy Labour Day long weekend everyone!<\/p>\n<p>Natalie<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the summer sun gradually gives way to the crisp embrace of fall, there&#8217;s no better way to bid farewell to the season than by embracing the Labour Day long weekend. Whether you&#8217;re a music lover, a foodie, a history enthusiast, or simply seeking family-friendly fun, Ontario has something for everyone. 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