Weekends in Toronto are always filled with activities, and this one is no exception. If you’re looking for things to do this weekend, there’s a rosé picnic, salsa on the beach, Coldplay and more!
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See Coldplay in concert
Coldplay, band we can thank for the construction of Toronto’s newest music venue, Rogers Stadium, is finally coming to Toronto as part of their record-breaking Music of the Spheres World Tour. Considered the biggest rock tour of all time and the best-selling tour of all time, prepare for hits such as “Yellow” and “Viva La Vida,” incredible visuals and performances by openers Ayra Starr and Elyanna. They’ll be here for four dates, Monday to Tuesday and Friday to Saturday.Â
Shop ’til you drop at an artisan market
The Queen Street Marketplace has been running pretty incredible artisan markets all year long, and this month’s version, happening on Saturday, is the Beaches Artisan Market! The Beaches is a vibrant community for local creators, artisans and crafty folks, so there will be plenty to peruse and so many new and talented Toronto residents for you to meet.
Enjoy some salsa on the beach
Part of the month-long Beaches Jazz Festival includes an always popular dance event — Salsa on the Beach! From Friday to Sunday, enjoy a free festival for dance lovers and beginners. Enjoy the sounds of salsa, merengue and cumbia on the open air dance floor, and stop for some snacks to refuel at any of the amazing food trucks and vendors setting up shop (or grab a drink at the beer garden).
Be inspired at the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair
Canada’s leading contemporary outdoor (and online) art fair is back from Friday to Sunday this week. Over 400 artists will fill Nathan Phillips Square for the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair with original works, from prints to jewelry to woven works and so much more. There will also be a beer garden and food vendors to make the most of your summer weekends!
Join an immersive dinner mystery experience
Added: It’s wedding season, but if you’re tired of the same old traditions, why not shake it up with The Wedding Party — an immersive dinner mystery experience? Opening on Friday, this dinner theatre escape room invites you to the wedding dinner of an old friend — only for you to have to figure out a labyrinth of secrets when you arrive.
Fill up at Ribfest
For the meat-eaters, summer is the season of ribs — and this weekend from Friday to Sunday, Sankofa Square (formerly Yonge-Dundas Square) will be filled with ribs of all kinds thanks to Northern Rib Series’ Downtown Toronto Ribfest. This festival is very devoted to the craft of ribs, meaning it will be ribs and ribs only (plus some sides) from some of the best barbecuers in the city.
Bring your pup to a barket
The famous Barket Market is back! If you have a dog in the city, you’ve surely heard of this popular event — run by Toronto Dog Moms, this indoor dog-friendly market happening on Saturday features over 30 local vendors, raffle giveaways, photo ops and even a DJ spinning some pup-approved tunes. With free admission and swag bags for the first 100 visitors, give your dog a chance to socialize (and maybe snag a new toy or two) this weekend.
Drink up at a Rosé Picnic
The annual Rosé Picnic is back and it’s bringing plenty of pink to The Canadian Film Centre. Happening on Saturday, prepare for gourmet bites, photo ops and all the rosé you could dream of — while dancing to beats by the city’s best DJs. This picnic filled with interactive art installations has a pink and white dress code, so dress to impress!
Head to a summer festival by the waterfront
This weekend, Toronto’s waterfront will be transformed into a festival filled with underground beats and the sound of drums from Brazil. Mixto Festival, a grassroots celebration of global music, dance and community, is completely free and designed to be an intergenerational and intercultural experience, with a unique art installation on site, mobile saunas and cold bucket plunges and incredible performances.