We’re about halfway through May and hopefully, you’ve been able to take advantage of Toronto’s divine weather. This weekend, the city has plenty to offer from concerts to award shows and everything in between. So head on over to your favourite borough and enjoy a unique event or two this weekend in Toronto!
Experience concerts galore from these talented artists
This weekend Toronto has headliner after headliner performing shows. On Friday, Belleville’s own Avril Lavigne is continuing her “Bite Me” tour while Santan Dave comes overseas from Streatham to continue his global tour for “We’re All Alone in This Together.” On Saturday, popular Iranian singer Googoosh takes centre stage at Meridian Hall while French rapper Booba attempts to shut down Rebel on Sunday.
Join Simu Liu as he hosts the Juno Awards
The 51st Juno Awards are being held this Sunday at Budweiser Stage. For the first time ever, the show will be broadcast and streamed from an outdoor venue at 8 p.m. Very well known for his roles in Shang Chi and Kim’s Convenience, Liu will be joined on-stage by musical performances from Arkells, Arcade Fire and many more.
Take a seat at the Fox Theatre to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Casablanca
On Saturday between 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Fox Theatre on Queen Street East will be playing cult classic Casablanca for all to enjoy. The movie details an epic love story shot in the golden era of Hollywood. If words like cynical, sardonic and anti-heroic resonate with you then this film is bound to sweep you off your feet.
Join Jonathon Van Ness at their new hair care pop-up at Sephora
Celebrity hairstylist and star of hit series Queer Eye Jonathon Van Ness is launching their new hair care line at Sephora on Saturday. JVN is the name of the stylist’s new products and will be shown at the Eaton Centre location. Register before Wednesday for photo ops with the star and the chance to win a full salon styling by Van Ness at the pop-up!
Shop ‘til you drop at the Toronto Vintage Pop-up Market
The Toronto Vintage Market is a one-day event held on Saturday consists of local vintage vendors looking to sell clothing, homewares, hand-crafted goods, candles and even some baked sweets! Shoppers are encouraged to come with cash in hand, shopping bags on deck and with their furry friends. Admission is free and the event is located at 300 King St. E. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Enjoy in-studio painting with coffee in hand at Fresh Paint Studio
Ranging from an hour and a half long slots from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Fresh Paint Studio is offering a freestyle painting at their Danforth-based studio. A canvas starts at just $30 with all materials available at no extra cost. As well, the studio offers an extensive in-house menu at their cafe for you to enjoy while painting your heart out.