Pride At The Garden Looking for a Pride experience that’s a little more relaxed, a little more green, and full of good energy? Join us for an afternoon celebration that blends live music, nature, and community in a beautiful garden setting—perfect for first-time visitors and longtime garden lovers alike. Drop in anytime to experience Pride at your own pace. Stretch out on the lawn with a picnic blanket (bring your own or borrow one of ours), enjoy a curated line up of Queer music artists, and connect with friends and chosen family in an open, welcoming space. What to Expect: Live Music + Sofar Sounds: A series of intimate outdoor performances with surprise queer musical guests.Queer Plant Swap: Bring plants, cuttings, or seeds to trade. Take your plant to the swap table when you arrive and take a ticket to swap. If you don’t find something right away, come back to check for something else as new people and plants arrive throughout the event.TITA at Our Garden: Spend time with TITA (she/they), your Filipina Auntie, exploring queer plants, self-expression, and the joy of drag.Sparkle Bloom Bar: Stop by and get blinged up and bloom with pride. Connect with circus fairies who will bedazzle your look with glitter, gems, and fresh floral hair accents.Food + Drinks: Visit the Dandelion Café for picnic fare, light bites, and refreshing drinks.Community Partners + Free Family Activities: Drop-in to the Children’s Centre for themed make and take crafting. This event is supported by the City of Toronto’s Music Office.
Weston Sings! Weston Sings is an outdoor choir festival designed to showcase the cultural diversity, pride, and talent of Weston Village. The Weston Village Community Association is bringing together multiple communities through the shared joy of music. The event will feature Echo Choir (folk), Alt Vox (pop), and the Toronto Community Gospel Choir. Join us as our three choirs, local students, and the audience are invited to sing in a collaborative finale!
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
Dusk Dances Dusk Dances returns to Withrow Park for its 32nd season from August 2-9, bringing a weeklong festival of exceptional dance works to the public to enjoy outdoors for free!
Porch View Dances Porch View Dances (PVD): ‘Real People Dancing In Real Spaces’, an annual award-winning community dance event that engages everyday people as creators, storytellers, and performers – many of whom have never danced before. Audience members are guided through the neighbourhood to see new dance works created by professional choreographers on the front porches and lawns of residential homes. The performance culminates in a “Flock Landing” at the local park, where audience members of all ages and mobility levels are invited to participate in the dance. Presented by Kaeja d’Dance, PVD celebrates the stories of people in our city, taking dance out of the theatre and into our daily lives, sending the powerful message that art is for everyone. STARTING LOCATION: At Porch View Dances Lane, Seaton Village
Porch View Dances Porch View Dances (PVD): ‘Real People Dancing In Real Spaces’, an annual award-winning community dance event that engages everyday people as creators, storytellers, and performers – many of whom have never danced before. Audience members are guided through the neighbourhood to see new dance works created by professional choreographers on the front porches and lawns of residential homes. The performance culminates in a “Flock Landing” at the local park, where audience members of all ages and mobility levels are invited to participate in the dance. Presented by Kaeja d’Dance, PVD celebrates the stories of people in our city, taking dance out of the theatre and into our daily lives, sending the powerful message that art is for everyone. STARTING LOCATION: At Porch View Dances Lane, Seaton Village
Neilson Park Creative Festival On July 11, 11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., celebrate creativity, community, and summer at the Neilson Park Creative Festival, a vibrant day of art and music set in the beautiful surroundings of Neilson Park. Hosted by Neilson Park Creative Centre in partnership with Toronto Pearson International Airport and Great Lakes Brewery, the festival invites visitors of all ages to explore, discover, and participate in the arts. Throughout the day, the park will come alive with a bustling outdoor marketplace featuring artists and artisans selling their handmade work. Visitors can browse a wide range of creative pieces including paintings, drawings, quilts, rug hooking, calligraphy, woven textiles, jewellery, stained glass, pottery, soaps, toys, and more. It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet local makers and find unique items crafted with skill and care. Live music will fill the air with performances throughout the afternoon, beginning with The Music Studio’s Jazz and Rock Bands and continuing with special guest artists Lydia Persaud at 2:30 p.m. and Shanty Sweets at 3:45 p.m., creating a relaxed and festive atmosphere in the park. A highlight of the day is the Plein-Air Painting Competition, where artists paint outdoors across the park, capturing the landscape and festival energy in real time. Visitors are welcome to watch the artists at work, with the finished paintings presented in an exhibition and awards ceremony later in the afternoon. Inside the Centre, guests can also explore the 33rd annual IMPACT Juried Exhibition, one of NPCC’s most anticipated shows, showcasing exceptional contemporary and traditional artwork by artists working in a variety of media. Families are warmly welcomed, with free hands-on art activities for children throughout the day and demonstrations by NPCC’s Resident Groups, offering a behind-the-scenes look at a wide range of creative practices. Rain or shine, the Neilson Park Creative Festival is a free gathering that brings together artists, performers, and the community to celebrate creativity in all its forms.
Etobicoke Community Concert Band Summer in the Park The Etobicoke Community Concert Band is a welcoming, volunteer-driven ensemble that brings together musicians from across the community to share the joy of live concert band music. Open to players of varying ages and skill levels, the band provides a supportive and collaborative environment where members can develop their musical talents while connecting with fellow music enthusiasts. Throughout the year, the band presents engaging performances that feature a wide range of musical styles—from classic wind band repertoire and marches to film scores, popular favourites, and seasonal selections. These concerts are designed to be accessible and enjoyable for audiences of all ages, making them a lively gathering place for families, neighbours, and music lovers throughout the city. Beyond performance, the Etobicoke Community Concert Band is committed to strengthening community connections through music. By providing opportunities for local musicians to rehearse, perform, and grow together, the band fosters creativity, teamwork, and a shared sense of pride in the local arts scene. Whether you are attending a concert, supporting local arts, or joining as a musician, the Etobicoke Community Concert Band offers an inviting and enriching musical experience that celebrates community, collaboration, and the power of live performance.
Etobicoke Community Concert Band Summer in the Park The Etobicoke Community Concert Band is a welcoming, volunteer-driven ensemble that brings together musicians from across the community to share the joy of live concert band music. Open to players of varying ages and skill levels, the band provides a supportive and collaborative environment where members can develop their musical talents while connecting with fellow music enthusiasts. Throughout the year, the band presents engaging performances that feature a wide range of musical styles—from classic wind band repertoire and marches to film scores, popular favourites, and seasonal selections. These concerts are designed to be accessible and enjoyable for audiences of all ages, making them a lively gathering place for families, neighbours, and music lovers throughout the city. Beyond performance, the Etobicoke Community Concert Band is committed to strengthening community connections through music. By providing opportunities for local musicians to rehearse, perform, and grow together, the band fosters creativity, teamwork, and a shared sense of pride in the local arts scene. Whether you are attending a concert, supporting local arts, or joining as a musician, the Etobicoke Community Concert Band offers an inviting and enriching musical experience that celebrates community, collaboration, and the power of live performance.
Etobicoke Community Concert Band Summer in the Park The Etobicoke Community Concert Band is a welcoming, volunteer-driven ensemble that brings together musicians from across the community to share the joy of live concert band music. Open to players of varying ages and skill levels, the band provides a supportive and collaborative environment where members can develop their musical talents while connecting with fellow music enthusiasts. Throughout the year, the band presents engaging performances that feature a wide range of musical styles—from classic wind band repertoire and marches to film scores, popular favourites, and seasonal selections. These concerts are designed to be accessible and enjoyable for audiences of all ages, making them a lively gathering place for families, neighbours, and music lovers throughout the city. Beyond performance, the Etobicoke Community Concert Band is committed to strengthening community connections through music. By providing opportunities for local musicians to rehearse, perform, and grow together, the band fosters creativity, teamwork, and a shared sense of pride in the local arts scene. Whether you are attending a concert, supporting local arts, or joining as a musician, the Etobicoke Community Concert Band offers an inviting and enriching musical experience that celebrates community, collaboration, and the power of live performance.