African Dance with Pulga This immersive, community-driven project will take place over five weekly programs that include African dance classes, with live music, followed multi-disciplinary performances by musicians, dancers, choreographers, and visual artists in Walter Saunders Memorial Park. July 4 of 2026/ Session 1: African Dance Workshop with Pulga Muchochoma followed by Performance of Ngoma solo and choreographic exploration by Pulga Muchochoma. July 11 of 2026 / Session 2: African Dance with Aisha Nicholson followed with performance by Musician Moyo Rainos Mutamba who sings and plays a traditional instrument called Mbira from Zimbabwe. July 18 of 2026 / Session 3: African Dance with Mafa Makhubalo followed with performance by Musician Moyo Rainos Mutamba who sings and plays a traditional instrument called Mbira from Zimbabwe. July 25 of 2026 / Session 4: African Dance by Aisha Nicholson followed with a visual Arts Presentation and Exploration with Hans Poppe. August 1, 2026 / Session 5: African Dance with Pulga Muchochoma followed with a drum circle led by Cece Haba & Walter Maclean( We invite all the participants to bring drum (Jembe) or any instruments that they wish to play outdoors (pots, cans, flutes etc.). Rain Dates: August 8 and 15, 2026
We Must Love and Support One Another We Must Love and Support One Another is a forthcoming temporary public artwork that invites community connection, reflection, and joy. Set along the fence at Raymore Park in Toronto’s Weston neighbourhood, the project will feature a 200-foot text-based installation in English and Spanish, created from messages developed during a series of community sign-making workshops. Throughout three weekends in June, park neighbours, passersby, friends, and strangers are invited to join drop-in workshops held directly in the park. Participants will be encouraged to paint bold, heartfelt signs responding to simple prompts: What do you love about this neighbourhood? What does the Humber River give to the community? What brings you joy in this park? These public workshops aim to create space for neighbours of all ages to connect, slow down, and express themselves through accessible, collaborative making. From these collective efforts, one message will be selected—something that resonates with the spirit of the conversations and contributions that emerged across the workshops. This selected text will be transcribed and installed along the length of the park’s chain-link fence, forming a temporary artwork visible to all who pass by. The final installation will be unveiled on July 25th from 6pm – 8pm will remain on view 24/7 until late-November 2026. if it rains, we’ll meet on Sunday instead, same time. Rooted in care, solidarity, and radical optimism, We Must Love and Support One Another is both a physical artwork and a record of collective authorship. It honours everyday expression and neighbourhood wisdom through creative, joyful acts of making together. Everyone is welcome. Rain Dates: workshops will be shifted to Sunday
Free Edwards Summer Music Series: Mimi O’Bonsawin Mimi O’Bonsawin is an award-winning contemporary roots singer-songwriter from Northeastern Ontario and a member of the Odanak First Nation. Blending W8banaki (Abénaki) and French Canadian heritage with story-driven songwriting, her music combines uplifting melodies, acoustic instrumentation, and a deep connection to the natural world. Named Solo Artist of the Year at the 2025 Prix Trille Or Awards, Mimi has toured across Canada, Australia, and France. Her acclaimed albums Willow, Boréale, and Live In Concert have earned national recognition and multiple award nominations. Performing as a duo with percussionist Ryan Schurman, she creates intimate, joyful, and inspiring live performances.
A Tale of Two Parks A Tale of Two Parks takes participants and audiences of all ages on a fun and artful exploration of wildlife, ecology and community in Crescent Town’s neighbouring parks, Dentonia and Taylor Creek. Join Shadowland Theatre’s artists for guided nature walks, Indigenous teachings, visual arts workshops, stilt-walking, music-making and processional performances. Over the course of three days in Dentonia Park creative activities will focus on themes of animal and plant life. Then we’ll move over to Taylor Creek Park for two days, where programs will focus on the creek, water life and the meandering side of nature. Each park residency will culminate in interactive theatrical walks where Nature’s characters come to life and tell their stories. Join us at Dentonia Park on Friday August 21 and Taylor Creek on Sunday August 23. Some of the artistic treats in store include: Indigenous nature expert, Alan Colley, will be your guide on nature walks to uncover hidden park creatures and plant medicines, and to share Medicine Wheel teachings. Shadowland’s team of visual and performance artists will run daily arts workshops that explore and celebrate the flora and fauna of each park. Create costumed and puppet characters based on local wildlife, create visual art installations to celebrate the plants and trees, learn some performance skills and join in the shows. The inimitable Njacko Backo will bring his love of community and rhythm and will invite participants of all ages to create music with him to accompany the final processions with Shadowland’s musicians. Drop in any day or join us for all 5 days, we’ll have lots going on. Bring your family and friends. All ages welcome!
A Tale of Two Parks A Tale of Two Parks takes participants and audiences of all ages on a fun and artful exploration of wildlife, ecology and community in Crescent Town’s neighbouring parks, Dentonia and Taylor Creek. Join Shadowland Theatre’s artists for guided nature walks, Indigenous teachings, visual arts workshops, stilt-walking, music-making and processional performances. Over the course of three days in Dentonia Park creative activities will focus on themes of animal and plant life. Then we’ll move over to Taylor Creek Park for two days, where programs will focus on the creek, water life and the meandering side of nature. Each park residency will culminate in interactive theatrical walks where Nature’s characters come to life and tell their stories. Join us at Dentonia Park on Friday August 21 and Taylor Creek on Sunday August 23. Some of the artistic treats in store include: Indigenous nature expert, Alan Colley, will be your guide on nature walks to uncover hidden park creatures and plant medicines, and to share Medicine Wheel teachings. Shadowland’s team of visual and performance artists will run daily arts workshops that explore and celebrate the flora and fauna of each park. Create costumed and puppet characters based on local wildlife, create visual art installations to celebrate the plants and trees, learn some performance skills and join in the shows. The inimitable Njacko Backo will bring his love of community and rhythm and will invite participants of all ages to create music with him to accompany the final processions with Shadowland’s musicians. Drop in any day or join us for all 5 days, we’ll have lots going on. Bring your family and friends. All ages welcome!
Free Edwards Summer Music Series: Latin Swing Orchestra Don’t miss this free outdoor concert series that showcases diverse, contemporary talent set within the natural beauty of Toronto Botanical Garden. Enjoy eight FREE concerts in the Garden on Thursday nights at 7 p.m. in July and August. July 16 | Latin Swing Orchestra Bass player Fhanor Molina began his musical training in Cali, Colombia. He is a highly recognized Latin artist and founder of the Latin Swing Orchestra, who carry forward the modern musical legacy of Salsa and Tropical Music and tour throughout Ontario. General seating is available on a first-come basis. Guests can also bring their own chairs. Concerts are held rain or shine. This is a very popular summer concert series, so we recommend arriving early so you can enjoy a relaxing experience, wander the gardens, register for a pre-concert guided tour or grab a BBQ dinner at the Dandelion Cafe. The Edwards Summer Music Series is generously supported by the Edwards Charitable Foundation and Presenting Sponsor Foresters Financial.
Free Edwards Summer Music Series: MESSENJAH Don’t miss this free outdoor concert series that showcases diverse, contemporary talent set within the natural beauty of Toronto Botanical Garden. Enjoy eight FREE concerts in the Garden on Thursday nights at 7 p.m. in July and August. July 9 | Messenjah Messenjah is a Canadian-based reggae group that has now become one of the most successful reggae groups in Canadian music history. Formed in Kitchener, Ontario in 1981, the founding members are Rupert “Ojiji” Harvey on lead guitar and vocals, Errol “Skippah” Blackwood on bass and lead vocals, Eric “Baby face” Walsh on rhythm guitar and vocals, and Ray “General” Ruddock on drums. General seating is available on a first-come basis. Guests can also bring their own chairs. Concerts are held rain or shine. This is a very popular summer concert series, so we recommend arriving early so you can enjoy a relaxing experience, wander the gardens, register for a pre-concert guided tour or grab a BBQ dinner at the Dandelion Cafe. The Edwards Summer Music Series is generously supported by the Edwards Charitable Foundation and Presenting Sponsor Foresters Financial.
Ward’s Island Fire Parade The 39th annual Ward’s Island Fire Parade is a celebration of light and community with spectacular outdoor performance, lantern parade and beach finale on Toronto Island. Performance on Friday July 31 2026 at 8.30pm. Join in a week of community workshops from Sunday July 26 to Friday July 31. Learn about outdoor theatre, lantern-making and puppet animation. Be in the show! Workshop details at Ward’s Island Fire Parade Take the ferry to Ward’s Island
So You Think You Can Tweet? Ahead of The Tweetations Presents: The Love Nest, young artists and anyone curious about singing and performing are invited to take part in So You Think You Can Tweet?, a free vocal workshop and mentorship session led by vocal coach and performer Camille Harrison. Participants will build confidence, explore their voice, and connect with other young artists in a supportive space. Space is limited, registration is required, and food will be provided. Click here to register Exact location to be shared with registered participants.
The Tweetations Present: The Love Nest Hatched by filmmaker and multidisciplinary artist Fraser Collins, The Tweetations takes audiences on a fantastical journey celebrating the connection between Black music, nature, and our most glamorous, unusual, and iconic friends: birds. Blending playful performance with music, dance, comedy, and storytelling, the event brings to life a diverse cast of birds portrayed by a team of fabulously feathered performers. The Tweetations Presents: The Love Nest is a free, family-friendly, interactive musical revue at sunset, transforming Memorial Park into a harmonious retreat. The event is designed to spark community connection and shared cultural experiences while exploring the many shades of love – romantic, platonic, familial, self-love, and love for the natural world.