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Your long weekend continues, Toronto! Check out the CNE, or one of these other summer events before Labour Day weekend is over!
See also
- There are no TTC subway closures over the long weekend
- The AGO is getting a huge Guillermo del Toro exhibit
- 18 Toronto concerts to check out in September
Shakespeare in High Park
What: Toronto’s annual Shakespeare in High Park is back for another exciting summer and will be taking on two classics this year. This season’s performances will include Twelfth Night and King Lear, with all screenings starting at 8 pm.
Where: High Park Amphitheatre
When: September 3, 8 pm
Shakespeare in the Ruff
What: Enjoy the magic of a midsummer night as you watch A Midsummer Night’s Dream between the trees in Withrow Park. While tickets are Pay-What-You-Can, the suggested amount is $15. All are welcome, even your four-legged friends!
Where: Withrow Park, between Chester and Pape Street
When: September 3, 8 pm
Lady Gaga #Artbirth
What: Acclaimed tribute artist Athena Reich stars as an expecting Lady Gaga in #ARTBIRTH – a hilarious evening of art, pop and comedy that combines vaudevillian comedy with ARTPOP outrageousness.
Where: Berkeley Street Theatre
When: September 3
FanExpo Canada
What: Fandom at its best! From comics to sci-fi, horror and gaming, all under one massive roof. Guests this year include Tim Curry (The Rocky Horror Picture Show), Matt Smith (Doctor Who), Lena Headey (Game of Thrones), Paul Wesley (Vampire Diaries) and much more.
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 222 Bremner Blvd
When: September 3, 10 am to 5 pm
The CNE
What: No summer in Toronto is complete without a visit to the EX! Come and check out the incredible food, catch a show, and try your hand at winning some ridiculously large prizes.
Where: Canadian National Exhibition, 210 Princes’ Boulevard
When: Now until September 4
Downsview Park Ribfest
What: Downsview Park Ribfest is back and better than ever! The popular Ribfest event returns for its 2nd edition and will feature rides, attractions, music and live entertainment and of course, great food. Admission is $5 for everyone 13 and over and free for little ones.
Where: Downsview Park, 70 Canuck Avenue
When: September 3 to 4
Buskerfest
What: The Toronto International Buskerfest for Epilepsy Awareness is hitting the beach this year and will be taking place at Woodbine Park. This year you can expect a beer garden, car show, and plenty of exciting surprises.
Where: Woodbine Park, Coxwell Ave at Lakeshore Boulevard
When: September 3 to 4
Active Ontario Festival
What: This long weekend, come and celebrate Active Living in Ontario. Participate in a team sport like soccer or volleyball, go rock climbing, learn to dance at one of the festival workshops and much more. Admission is free, so come and celebrate being active this weekend.
Where: Ontario Place
When: September 3 to 4
Hispanic Fiesta
What: Hispanic Fiesta a four-day celebration filled with the splendid sounds, tempting treats and colorful culture that Hispanic heritage is famous for. Featuring 300 local, national and International Hispanic performers from over 20 different Spanish speaking countries.
Where: Mel Lastman Square
When: September 3 to 4
Canada’s Largest Ribfest
What: If you didn’t enjoy enough BBQ this summer, head to Canada’s largest Ribfest this long weekend to get your BBQ fix. Hosted by the Rotary Club of Burlington, all proceeds from the event go to support local charities.
Where: Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Road
When: September 3, 11 am to 11 pm
Artfest Ontario
What: Artfest Toronto showcases the work of local artists and artisans, with painting, photography, sculptures, fine crafts and more. Peruse the art and pick up a piece or two, and enjoy the live music on the Distillery District stage.
Where: Distillery District
When: September 3, 11 am to 6 pm
Le Burger Week Toronto
What: Kick off the month by enjoying a week totally dedicated to burgers! At least 10 Toronto restaurants will be participating in Le Burger Week – each of which will be “called upon to create a unique burger; reflective of their overall concept and cuisine. These participating restaurants then offer a special “burger price”, where burger aficionados are encouraged to come eat and vote on the website.
Where: Restaurants across Toronto
When: September 3 to 7
Lechon Festival
What: The Toronto Lechon Festival is a grand and colourful event that will bring the traditional Filipino Fiesta to the area in ways that will transport the visitor to the Philippines. It will be a showcase of Filipino culture that aims to strengthen the ties that bind Filipino-Canadians with the whole community.
Where: Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie Street
When: September 3, 12 pm to 6 pm
Richmond Hill Food Truck Festival
What: The largest park in Richmond Hill plays host to this free food truck rally and festival in September. Some participating trucks include Buster’s Sea Cove, Hogtown Smoke, Smokes Poutinerie, and Waffle Bar.
Where: Richmond Green Park, 1300 Elgin Mills Road East
When: September 3, 12 pm to 8 pm
Canadian International Air Show
What: Presented by the CNE, the Canadian International Air Show is the largest and longest running aviation display in North America.
Where: Off the Canadian National Exhibition grounds over Lake Ontario
When: September 3 to 4
Long Weekend Fireworks
What: If there’s a day to visit Canada’s Wonderland, Labour Day weekend would be it! Awesome rides and family fun all day, followed by an epic fireworks display.
Where: Canada’s Wonderland
When: September 3 at 10 pm
Electric Island
What: Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to get down to the sounds of Toronto’s biggest electronic DJs. This Labour Day weekend wraps up this summer’s run of Electric Island and there will be two back-to-back parties.
Where: Hanlan’s Point, Toronto Island
When: September 3 to 4
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