We’re up for another fabulous weekend in the city! And this time, it’s a long one. This week flew by, but hey, we’re not complaining. Luckily, there are tons of things to do in Toronto this long weekend that will make you want to head out and get some fresh air.
Here are 10 of the best things to do this weekend in Toronto.
Sunset Salsa is back at The Well this August. For the next four Saturdays (Sept. 12 included), the dancing event will offer 45-minute salsa lessons from a different instructor each week. It starts at 4 p.m., and then DJs will take over until 9 p.m. Think salsa, bachata, and cha-cha music. Olé Mocktails and cocktails will be available for sampling and purchase at the Pier Bar, along with food from Gus Tacos.
When: Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026
Time: 4 p.m. to late
Where: The Well, lower ground — 486 Front St. W.
Cost: Free
A pink double-decker bus will be rolling through the streets of Toronto, bringing in Canada’s first afternoon tea experience served in motion.
Though we’ve seen our fair share of jaw-dropping, questionable, and even shocking scenes in the city, there’s nothing quite like High Sociétéa.
It’s huge, it’s pink, and it’s moving. This double-decker experience offers a curated city tour, live violin, and a theatrical onboard experience under a panoramic glass roof with 180-degree city views.
When: Thursdays to Sundays
Time: From 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. through June
Where: Departure and return are from a central downtown Toronto spot (details after booking)
Cost: $125+
Toronto Caribbean Carnival is baaaack this weekend! The city is going to light up with the best day fetes, pool parties, nightlife and more. Oh, and of course, the Grande Parade. If you’re looking for Caribana experiences this weekend, the official website has a ton of offerings – free and paid.
When: Until Monday, Aug. 3, 2026
Time: Varies on event
Where: Throughout the city
Cost: Free or ticketed, depending on event
It’s about to be a hot weekend at Cabana this long weekend. Festivities are underway now with Soca or Die, then on Friday Mario is coming to perform, and on Saturday, Tyla will hit the stage. The full event and ticket info can be found online.
When: Tuesday, July 30 to Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026
Time: Varies
Where: 11 Polson St.
Cost: Varies
The biggest highlight of the weekend is the annual Grand Parade, which is held on Saturday, Aug. 1.
When: Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026
Time: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Exhibition Place & Lakeshore Boulevard – 15 Saskatchewan Rd.
Cost: Most of the parade is free along Lakeshore Boulevard.
It’s almost that time of year again! Thousands of EDM fans will soon flock to Toronto’s Downsview Park grounds for one of the biggest music weekends of the summer. Veld, the three-day festival, is back this August with massive international acts, the craziest bats, and unforgettable energy.
When: July 31 to Aug. 2, 2026
Where: Downsview Park — 70 Canuck Ave., North York
Cost: $250+ tax/fees (depending on day)
This immersive experience in Toronto brings the vibrant, dreamlike world of Claude Monet to life. It features over 300 of Monet’s creations, transforming them into interactive works of art.
When: Friday, July 31 to Monday, Aug. 3, 2026
Time: Timed entries
Where: YZD — 30 Hanover Rd.
Cost: $32.90 for adults, and $24.90 for children
Each year, the Toronto Music Garden is transformed into a breathtaking open-air theatre, where music and nature intertwine in perfect harmony.
Locals and visitors alike are invited to experience the magic, as the sounds of talented Canadian artists and international names fill the garden with melody, rhythm, and soul, all completely free of charge.
When: Thursdays and Sundays until Aug. 27, 2026
Time: Thursdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 4 p.m.
Where: Toronto Music Garden — 479 Queens Quay W.
Cost: Free
Picture this: it’s a beautiful summer weekend, the sun is shining bright, and you’re rolling out your yoga mat in the middle of one of Toronto’s most stunning gardens. Breathtaking Gardens is a new Sunday morning wellness series set against one of Toronto’s most striking backdrops.
According to Casa Loma, each session will begin at 9 a.m. and run until 11 a.m. It’ll begin with a collaborative wellness class led by a community leader in yoga, pilates, or stretching before moving into the Soul Expansion experience led by Freddy Gervasi and The Band of Souls.
When: Sundays until Aug. 30, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. until 11 a.m.
Where: Casa Loma – 1 Austin Terr.
Cost: $64+
Check out the Independent Farmers Market in The Junction, right at Baird Park. Support local and snag fresh produce every Saturday.
When: Every Saturday until Oct. 31, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Baird Park — 275 Keele St.
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Karen Doradea
Managing Editor, Toronto – Karen is a multimedia journalist based in Toronto. With a strong knowledge of reporting and editing through all forms of media, she has a true passion for storytelling. She carries several years of journalistic experience and has covered the Toronto scene from local stories to national news. When Karen isn’t publishing fire content, you can find her binge-watching sitcoms on Crave, at a must-try restaurant, or scrolling endlessly on TikTok looking for the next best thing – News never sleeps.
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