EVENTS & FESTIVALS IN ONTARIO

Ottawa Jazz Festival celebrates our 45th anniversary this year! From June 20–29, join us for jazz, blues, soul, and experimental music in Confederation Park and nearby venues. Free and ticketed shows across the festival ensure an unforgettable all-ages summer experience for all music lovers!   » More

Canada's largest festival, attracts over 3 million attendees annually. Celebrating Toronto's vibrant 2SLGBTQ communities. All programming is free and all are welcome! Streetfair, Parade, Family Pride, Human Right Conf., multiple stages, food trucks galore, etc. Presented by Pride Toronto.   » More

Richmond Hill festivals and events celebrate local culture, talent, and heritage, fostering community connection. They enhance quality of life in Richmond Hill by promoting community building, leisure, cultural development, volunteerism, and fundraising.   » More

The Scarborough Community Multicultural Festival is a not for profit community organization. Join us for an exciting 3-day cultural explosion of cuisine, music, revelry and entertainment, including visual and performing arts. Scarborough is sure to experience an exciting, rich and diverse multicultural festival.   » More

Join us for the 13th Annual Stonebridge Wasaga Beach Blues. Since the 1st wave crashed ashore, this festival has exploded into a world-class event, embraced by new and diehard fans alike. Expect a talented lineup of Blues musicians burning up the 2 stages at this “hidden gem" of a festival.   » More

Where All Roads Lead To Music! Stratford Summer Music hosts an annual multi-week summer festival along with year-round programming, showcasing over 100 artists in a variety of events across indoor and outdoor venues throughout Stratford, Ontario. Free and ticketed concerts options.   » More

Celebrating 36 Years! Be prepared to laugh & be amazed. Stroll through the streets & take in all the international performances from stilt walkers, contortonists, acrobatics, fire breathers & more! Enjoy the midway, international foods & shopping. Fun for the whole family.   » More

Telling Tales is a free family festival dedicated to inspiring a love of reading. Connect with Canada's leading children's authors, illustrators, storytellers & musicians at the beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens.   » More

Established in 1999, The annual Tim Horton’s Southside Shuffle is a non-profit, award-winning blues and jazz festival hosted in the village of Port Credit and Port Credit Memorial Park, located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. For more information and tickets, visit southsideshuffle.ca   » More

Featuring 160 shows in 45 venues around downtown Toronto, including indie theatre, dance, visual art, live music, & more. See new Canadian musicals, re-imagined classics, performances for young people at our KidsFest venue. Stop by the Fringe Patio for FREE entertainment every day of the festival!   » More

Visit Canada’s largest outdoor art fair this summer! Discover and collect art from 400+ artists. Plus, enjoy art installations, music, dance, art tours, kids programs and great food. Visit TOAF.ca for more info. FREE to attend. Visit website for details.   » More

The Tall Ships return to Sugar Beach June 28–29 for the Toronto Waterfront Festival, presented by Redpath. Tour 4 historic vessels, sail on Empire Sandy, enjoy live entertainment, local food, and nautical family fun. General admission is free. Tickets are required for ship deck tours and sail-aways.   » More

City of Quinte West Tourism and Festivals

Visit us in any season. Located between Kingston and Ottawa and nestled above Prince Edward County, check out our hiking trails, historic hotspots or museums, sail into Trent Port Marina, visit our QW summer pop-ups or Ski at Batawa Ski Hill. Find your next adventure in Quinte West.  

Incredible Edible Festival - July 12, 2025

If you love food, you can’t miss this event on the banks of the Trent River in downtown Campbellford! 50+ Local food producers line the streets with delicious & unique eats. Artisan vendors, live music, family entertainment & activities, beer garden. Free admission & fun for all!  

Markham Village Music Festival - June 20-21, 2025

Come join the celebration of local music & talent featuring 5 stages of entertainment, musical genres include folk, rock, jazz & Multicultural performances. Craft & food vendors, Dog Zone, farmers market, Classic Cars, Family Street Dance, Kidzone & more! Fun for everyone!  

Mississauga ITALFEST -Aug. 22-23, 2025

Come Join us! Celebrate Italfest’s 13th annual festival! A free Top 100 Festival in Ontario presenting a taste of Italy. Featuring delicious food, Heritage display, crafts, bocce, 50 vendors, family activities, entertainment from local & international talent & more!  

Sun Life UpTown Waterloo Jazz Festival - Fri 18 - Sun 20 July, 2025

Fri 18 - Sun 20 July - World class live music near City Hall. Headliners: Fri - Monkey House - infectious Steely Dan influenced jazz rock, Sat - Tap Dance phenom Travis Knights with live band, Sun - JUNO winner Christine Jensen & her Quartet (Sun) 15 performances in all. Family fun, food & bevs. FREE admission.  

Warkworth Fall Fair - Sept. 5-7, 2025

A small town country fair with something for everyone! Friday and Saturday night food vendors & entertainment. 4-H & beef shows, horse shows, firemen's challenge, elimination car draw, talent show, home craft & crop exhibits, pie contest & auction, baby show, truck & tractor pull, Cope Amusement midway, Tenley’s Travelling Tails Petting Zoo, Hot Diggity Dogs Show, beer garden & much more!  

Wayback Festival - FREE Two-Night Rock Party in Downtown Kitchener! July 25–26, 2025

Rock the night away at The Wayback Festival in Downtown Kitchener! Friday night: epic AC/DC & KISS tribute bands. Saturday night: Canadian rock icons Big Wreck & Default. FREE shows, licensed area -- Come early to grab your spot and be part of one of Ontario’s must-attend summer music weekends.