What’s Happening in Toronto This July: Festivals, Concerts, and More

🎉 Major Festivals & Cultural Events

1. Canada Day at Downsview Park

📅 Date: July 1
📍 Location: Downsview Park
Celebrate Canada’s birthday with live music, family-friendly activities, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display at 10 PM. It’s a perfect outing for families and friends.

2. Beaches International Jazz Festival

📅 Dates: July 4–27
📍 Location: The Beaches neighborhood
This month-long festival features free jazz performances across various venues, including the popular StreetFest on Queen Street East. It’s one of Canada’s largest free jazz festivals, attracting nearly a million attendees.

3. Toronto Fringe Festival

📅 Dates: July 2–13
📍 Location: Various venues across Toronto
Experience independent theatre, comedy, and experimental performances in this vibrant festival. With a lineup chosen by lottery, expect the unexpected in performances across the city.

4. Summerlicious

📅 Dates: July 4–20
📍 Location: Participating restaurants citywide
Indulge in Toronto’s culinary scene with prix-fixe menus at top restaurants. It’s a great opportunity to try new cuisines and support local eateries.

5. Salsa in Toronto Festival

📅 Dates: July 10–13
📍 Location: Various locations
Celebrate Latin culture with dance lessons, live music, and delicious food. The festival culminates in a vibrant street party on St. Clair Avenue West.

6. Toronto Caribbean Carnival (Caribana)

📅 Dates: July 18 – August 4
📍 Location: Downtown Toronto, Exhibition Place, and Lakeshore Blvd
Celebrate Caribbean culture with vibrant parades, music, and food. The Grand Parade on August 2 is a highlight, showcasing colorful costumes and energetic performances.

🎶 Concerts & Music Events

1. Coldplay: Music of the Spheres World Tour

📅 Date: July 25
📍 Location: Rogers Centre
Coldplay brings their electrifying performance to Toronto as part of their world tour, featuring hits from their latest album “Moon Music.”

2. Kesha and Scissor Sisters: The Tits Out Tour

📅 Date: July 21
📍 Location: Budweiser Stage
Join Kesha and Scissor Sisters for a night of pop anthems and high-energy performances. The tour promotes themes of love, connection, and self-expression.

3. Wiz Khalifa & Sean Paul: Good Vibes Only Tour

📅 Date: July 18
📍 Location: Budweiser Stage
Enjoy a fusion of hip-hop and reggae as Wiz Khalifa and Sean Paul take the stage, promising an unforgettable night of music.

4. Rod Stewart: One Last Time Tour

📅 Date: July 22
📍 Location: Budweiser Stage
Legendary rocker Rod Stewart performs his classic hits in what is billed as his final tour.

5. Toronto Summer Music Festival

📅 Dates: July 10 – August 2
📍 Location: Koerner Hall and other venues
This classical music festival features performances by renowned artists, including opening night with “The Coronation of Poppea” on July 10.

🎨 Arts & Culture

1. Toronto Outdoor Art Fair

📅 Dates: July 11–13
📍 Location: Nathan Phillips Square
Explore contemporary visual arts at Canada’s premier outdoor art fair, connecting artists and the public in an inclusive environment.

2. Taste of Lawrence Festival

📅 Dates: July 4–6
📍 Location: Lawrence Avenue East
Enjoy multicultural food, music, and entertainment in this family-friendly street festival celebrating the diverse community of Scarborough.

⚽ Sports & Fitness

1. North Toronto Nitros Soccer Matches

📅 Dates: July 5 & 9
📍 Location: Downsview Park Soccer Fields
Catch local soccer action as the North Toronto Nitros take on rivals in League1 Ontario Premier matches.

2. Importfest

📅 Date: July 12
📍 Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Car enthusiasts can check out Canada’s biggest car show, featuring modified vehicles, competitions, and exhibits.