August 31 – September 2, 2024 Port of Orillia Yo-ho! It’s time to batten down ye hatches because the “Pirates of the Orillia Sea” have their sights set on the City’s Downtown Waterfront. They are expected to make landfall just in time for the Labour Day weekend, and are bringing with them a weekend of fun and entertainment for all ages! The Orillia Pirate Party features: Life-sized “pirate” ships crewed by historical re-enactors Fencing, tactical, and artillery demonstrations Pirate encampment village featuring a blacksmith demonstration, costumed re-enactors, and historical props... The post ..read more

May 3-19, 2024 Woodbridge Fair, 100 Porter Ave, Woodbridge If you think bounce houses are just for kids then you haven’t experienced anything like The Big Bounce Canada. The Big Bounce Canada is the largest touring inflatable event in the world! They created an action-packed day out suitable for all ages and featuring some of the most unique and exciting custom-built inflatable attractions ever made. The inflatable theme park arrives at Woodbridge Fair from May 3rd to 19th. Inside the bouncy castle, we have inflatable activities and challenges (basketball hoops,... The post The Big Bounce Cana ..read more

June 6, 2024 | 7:30 PM to Midnight Meridian Arts Centre, Lyric Theatre Honouring Legacy & Building for the Future: dance Immersion celebrates 30 years of success with performances, speeches, a film screening, and a party with DJ and dancing. Performances by: Governor General’s Performing Arts Award recipient, Zab Maboungou with Elli Miller Maboungou Bessie Awar-Winning American dancer and choreographer, Germaul Barnes Internationally renowned master Guinean drummer and dancer, M’Bemba Bangoura Multidisciplinary dance company, Artists in Motion Celebrated youth drum and dance performers, NG ..read more

June 28-29, 2024 Kennedy & Steeles, Markham Taste of Asia is one of Canada’s largest Asian festivals, held annually in the city of Markham, just north of Toronto. The festival takes place over a weekend in June and celebrates the diverse cultures and cuisines of Asia. At Taste of Asia, attendees can experience a wide range of Asian culinary delights, with food vendors offering dishes from various regions such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indian, Filipino, and more. From savoury street food to sweet treats, there’s something for every palate.... The post Canada’s Largest Asian Festiv ..read more

September 20, 2024 Meridian Hall Wanda Sykes returns to Toronto on  September 20, 2024, with her latest comedy tour – “Please & Thank You” – the veteran stand-up comedian’s first major tour in six years. Wanda Sykes is an incredibly talented comedian, actress, and writer known for her sharp wit and fearless humour. She’s made a significant mark in stand-up comedy, television, and film. Sykes gained prominence as a writer for “The Chris Rock Show,” and later appeared in several comedy specials of her own. Her comedy often delves into social... The post Wanda Sykes: Please & Th ..read more

May 11, 2024 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Various Locations For over 20 years, Richmond Hill has offered the Studio Tour as part of its commitment to support local artists. While the Studio Tour has seen different iterations – from being a stand-alone event to running in conjunction with the City’s ArtWalk to now complementing Doors Open Richmond Hill, the premise remains the same: local studios and artists will open the doors to their creative spaces, allowing visitors to come tour, interact and witness the artistic process which is... The post Richmond Hill Studio Tour 2024 appeared first on Toronto O ..read more

May 11, 2024 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Various Locations in Richmond Hill Doors Open Richmond Hill is an event that supports cultural sites in the community to open their doors to everyone. This free event is part of Doors Open Ontario, launched in 2002 by the Ontario Heritage Trust. This year, Doors Open Richmond Hill is running in conjunction with the Richmond Hill Studio Tour. Local studios and artists will be welcoming the public into their home studios to see their work, view their creative spaces, engage in lively demonstrations and learn more... The post Doors Open Ric ..read more

Every 3rd Sunday of the month McMichael Canadian Art Collection Every third Sunday of the month is FREE FAMILY SUNDAY at the McMichael! Thanks to our generous supporters, enjoy family fun activities all day long, including drop-in hands-on art workshops, interactive tours and storytelling circles created just for families. Each Family Sunday has a different theme and a special performance so join us for one or try them all! Art activities and workshops from 11 am to 4 pm Live performances! Special Family Sunday Kids Menu and Grab and Go... The post Free Family Sundays at the McMichael appeared ..read more

May 9 – June 9, 2024 Factory Theatre, AKI Studio and Alliance Française (Toronto) The Assembly Hall (Etobicoke) Theatre Aquarius (Hamilton) Aurora Cultural Centre (Aurora) WeeFestival of Arts & Culture for Early Years, Toronto’s only festival of its kind, returns with live, in-person performances in Toronto, the GTA & Ontario from May 9th to June 9th. In what will be the 7th edition since the festival was launched in 2014, the WeeFestival offers a four-week dynamic and diverse program of performances and events for children newborn to six years old... The post WeeFestival 2024: Arts an ..read more

Ribfest Season is upon us and the Toronto and GTA are packed full of Ribfests for you and your family to enjoy! Ribfests are a great way to get your rib fix and spend a day with family and friends. Try the best rib recipes around while participating in the numerous activities these festivals offer, from live entertainment, midways, contests, and more! Below is a list of ribfests we’ve complied for the summer season. The post 2024 Summer Ribfests appeared first on Toronto On Demand ..read more