Looking for exciting things to do this weekend in Toronto and the GTA? Whether you’re planning a fun family outing, a chill date, or an adventure with friends, we’ve rounded up 10 amazing events happening from August 8th to 10th, 2025. From sizzling food festivals to cultural celebrations and outdoor concerts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy before summer slips away.

1. Stouffville Ribfest

📍 Memorial Park, 2 Park Dr, Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON
📅 August 8-10, 2025
💲 Free admission
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly

Back for another saucy year, Stouffville Ribfest is a must-visit for BBQ lovers. Enjoy award-winning ribs, a kids zone, local breweries, live music, and a bustling marketplace. Don’t miss Fefe Dobson performing Saturday night!

2. Taco Fest

📍 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON
📅 August 8-10, 2025
💲 Tickets from $17.50
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Date/Friends

Craving tacos? Over 250 taco varieties await you at Taco Fest, along with churros, tequila, hot sauce tastings, dancers, and live music. A Mexican street party you don’t want to miss!

3. Toronto Outdoor Picture Show

📍 Christie Pits Park, 750 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON
📅 August 10, 2025
💲 Free admission
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Date/Friends

Catch a beautiful outdoor screening of When Morning Comes, a moving story that celebrates Jamaican culture and immigrant experiences. Grab a blanket and enjoy a movie under the stars!

4. Wavelength Summer Thing 2025

📍 Trillium Park, 955 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON
📅 August 9-10, 2025 | 5 PM-11 PM
💲 Free entry
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Date/Friends

Set by the waterfront, Wavelength Summer Thing offers indie music, poetic hip-hop, food vendors, and even a mobile sauna. Vibe out with nature and music all weekend long.

5. Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum Annual Antique & Classic Car Show

📍 14732 Woodbine Avenue, Stouffville, ON
📅 August 10, 2025
💲 Free entry
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly

Vintage car lovers, rejoice! Head to the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre for a day of stunning antique and classic cars. Perfect for history buffs and family outings.

6. Himalayan Festival

📍 Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON
📅 August 9, 2025
💲 Free entry
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly

Immerse yourself in the music, dance, and food of the Himalayan region at this vibrant cultural celebration in downtown Toronto.

7. Toronto Chinatown Festival

📍 Spadina Ave (St. Andrew St. to Sullivan St.)
📅 August 9-10, 2025
💲 Free entry
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly

Experience traditional lion and dragon dances, delicious street food, and a Saturday night appearance by Hong Kong star Alice Lau. A highlight of Toronto’s summer calendar!

8. Habari Africa Festival

📍 Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON
📅 August 8-10, 2025
💲 Free entry
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly

Celebrate the richness of African cultures with music, dance, visual arts, and film at this multidimensional festival on Toronto’s waterfront.

9. Toronto Diversity Festival

📍 Sankofa Square, 1 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON
📅 August 9, 2025
💲 Free entry
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Friends

Toronto’s diversity shines bright at this downtown celebration featuring food, workshops, music, and global performances. Come for the vibes, stay for the community!

10. 2025 JerkFest Toronto

📍 Centennial Park, 256 Centennial Park Rd, Etobicoke, ON
📅 August 8-10, 2025
💲 Entry: $5
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly

Savor the heat at JerkFest, North America’s longest-running jerk food and music festival. Great food, live Caribbean music, and family fun await!

Make the Most of Your Weekend

From sunrise to late-night festivities, Toronto is bursting with events that promise excitement, flavour, and unforgettable memories. Whether you’re discovering cultural gems, indulging in mouthwatering eats, or enjoying free live entertainment, this weekend has something for everyone.

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