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 Cool jazz, hot fun |
1976 A Queen Street East (office) (Festival takes place at Kew Gardens) Toronto, ON M4L 1G8 Canada +1 416 698 2152 http://www.beachesjazz.com/ |
This annual jazz festival provides music lovers with an opportunity to hear popular Canadian and international performers. Groups perform in various venues along Queen Street East, from Woodbine to Neville Park in the Beaches area. The restaurants and cafes do double duty during the four night festival, while Kew Gardens hosts musical entertainment on the Saturday and Sunday afternoons. With an estimated 650,000 scheduled to drop by, many of the shops take advantage of the increased traffic by displaying their wares on the sidewalk. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Canada's Summertime Party |
Lakeshore Blvd & Dufferin St (Exhibition Place) Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Canada +1 416 393 6300 http://www.theex.com/ |
What began as an agricultural fair in 1878 has grown into Canada's largest annual summertime party. Known for the Midway rides, games and carnival-like festivities, the grounds are also home to an annual automotive show, a casino, a food building, Canada's Sports Hall of Fame, the Medieval Times Dinner Theatre and the Grandstand, a music amphitheatre that has been rocked by the Rolling Stones and lampooned by a wartime Bob Hope. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World's Largest Caribbean Fest |
Olympic Island Ferry Docks at Bay Street and Queen's Quay Toronto, ON M5J 1A1 Canada +1 647 777 1018 http://www.caribana.com/ |
Toronto is home to the largest Caribbean population in Canada; this festival, celebrates the culture with a calypso competition, the choosing of a king and queen, a wild costume parade, music, food, art and dance. The festival starts at Nathan Phillips Square, while the King and Queen Extravaganza goes on at Lamport Stadium; other events are held at Exhibition Place and Olympic Island. The street party is free, but evening dances or events vary so check a program guide for more information. See website for complete yearly particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Mingle with Literary Elite |
235 Queens Quay W (At Simcoe) Toronto, ON M5J 2G8 Canada +1 416 973 3000 http://www.readings.org |
Hailed as the largest literary event on the planet, this festival has brought together world-renowned novelists, poets, biographers and playwrights from over 20 countries. More than 100 events take place over the fortnight festival. The event takes place at Harbourfront Centre, in the York Quay Centre. Those anxious to meet their favourite authors can usually get close enough to have a word with literary celebs and get them to sign their books of choice. See website for yearly details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A racing extravaganza |
175 Bloor Street East North Tower, 2nd Floor Toronto, ON M4W 3R8 Canada +1 416 922 7477 http://www.grandprixtoronto.com/ |
More than just a car race, this three-day extravaganza includes exhibitions, entertainment, and, of course, the race itself. Off-track events feature race displays, pit stop challenges and interactive games at Motorfest, taking place in the Direct Energy Centre. More than 140 drivers jockey for position during two days of qualifying. The qualifiers then meet for the main event and roar through the city's streets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Over 650 Canadian artisans |
Direct Energy Centre at Exhibition Place 100 Princes' Blvd Toronto, ON M4Y 1A1 Canada +1 416 960 3680 http://www.oneofakindshow.com/ |
Running twice a year, the spring show in March and the Christmas show in late November/early December at the Direct Energy Centre, the One of a Kind Show features the works of more than 750 Canadian artisans. Crafts, fashion and fine art sales are featured, complemented by exhibits, competitions and gallery displays. The Christmas show, in particular, attracts those looking for unique holiday gifts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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George Bernard & Friends |
Shaw Festival Theatre 10 Queen's Parade Toronto, ON L0S 1J0 Canada +1 905 468 2172 / +1 800 511 7429 http://www.shawfest.com/ |
This festival, located about two hours west of Toronto and 20 minutes from Niagara Falls, is the only one in the world specializing in the works of George Bernard Shaw and his contemporaries. Running between April and November, the festival features about a dozen plays annually. Presented in three architecturally stunning venues: the Court House Theatre, the Royal George Theatre, and the modern Festival Theatre. Bernard Shaw's well-known masterpieces and numerous Victorian dramas entertain audiences every year. Tickets range between CAD18-CAD82 depending on venue, play and time of week. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Movies for kids |
Famous Players Canada Square Toronto, ON M4S 2C6 Canada http://www.bell.ca/filmfest/ |
Sponsored by the people behind the Toronto International Film Festival, this event provides the same high calibre of contemporary Canadian and international films, except they're aimed at kids between 4-12. Taking place every April, the festival offers two sets of films: one on weekdays for educators, and the other on weekends for the general public. All screenings are at the Famous Players Canada Square cinemas. Ticket prices for adults cost CAD75 and for children, CAD65. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Alternative Performances |
344 Bloor Street West, Suite 507 Toronto, ON M5S 3A7 Canada +1 416 966 1062 http://www.fringetoronto.com/ |
The brainchild of a group of artists with a passion for creating performance opportunities for emerging talent, Toronto's Street Theatre Festival has thrived for more than 12 years. While it has grown to where 100 local and international theatre companies perform each year, the grass root principles remain intact: the selection process is by lottery and not by jury. Performances take place in eight main venues, all conveniently located in the Annex neighbourhood. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A star-studded affair |
55 Bloor Street West (Main Floor, North Entrance) Manulife Centre (Year-round Box Office) Toronto, ON M5H 3R3 Canada +1 416 968 3456 (Tickets) http://www.e.bell.ca/filmfest |
What began in 1976 as a local Festival of Festivals has now become an internationally renowned attraction, bringing stars from every corner of the globe to the streets of downtown Toronto. Every year hundreds of new films are presented and masses turn out for film viewing and star gazing. Depending on what you want to see, attending screenings can either be a one-in-a-million chance or a piece of cake: festival packages sell out weeks in advance, but single tickets are sometimes available at individual theatre box offices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wintry celebration |
100 Queen Street West Mel Lastman Square & Nathan Phillips Square Toronto, ON M5H 2N2 Canada +1 416 395 0490 http://www.toronto.ca/special_... |
There's nothing like three days of rollicking free concerts, skating shows, ice sculptures and circus performances to rouse you out of the clutches of the winter blahs. This free annual city festival draws thousands of people to various downtown venues to set fire to the cold days of February. Set up as the south and north poles, each venue hosts the celebratory spectacles that are perfect for all ages. Street theatre and food vendors spice up the surrounding areas while the free entertainment livens the weekend up. Admission is free to all events. Review © 2007, Wcities |