Events in Toronto this weekend include the Dundas West Fest, now with a second day of festivities. It's also that time of year for food festivals and markets of all kinds and there's the chance to own a piece of Yoko Ono's exhibit before it's gone.
Events you might want to check out:Dundas West Fest (June 1-2 @ Dundas Street West)The sights and smells of summer overtake Dundas West with two days of food, music, activities and a Harry Potter-themed drinking station.
Field Trip (June 2-3 @ Fort York National Historic Site)Toronto's annual downtown music and arts festival is on all weekend with a solid list of headliners — plus food, comedy and art to boot.
Cleaning Piece for Gardiner (June 3 @ Gardiner Museum)Pieces from Yoko Ono's installation, The Riverbed, will be made available for visitors to take home in hand-decorated boxes for safekeeping.
Promise Cherry Beach (June 3 @ Cherry Beach)Sundays need not be boring when you're partying on the beach to some electro grooves, courtesy of a stellar lineup of DJs.
Breakin' Convention Toronto (June 1-3 @ Sony Centre for the Performing Arts)More than just breakdancing, this hip hop dance theatre festival features workshops, graffiti, DJs and freestyle sessions.
Riverside Eats and Beats Streetfest (June 2 @ Riverside)10 blocks along Queen East get overtaken by local vendors, shopping, live music and workshops for this annual neighbourhood festival.
desiFEST (June 2 @ Yonge Dundas Square)A whole day dedicated to South Asian artists is going down in Yonge-Dundas Square with live performances of music, art and dance.
The Read Live (June 2 @ The Danforth Music Hall)Kid Fury and Crissle are here as part of their North American tour to break down and discuss hip-hop news currently making headlines.
The Art of Craft Beer (June 1 @ Ashbridge Estate)Art and booze come together in a holy union for a festival of both, including vendors, Ontario brewers, food and live bands.
Brunch Fest (June 1-3 @ 99 Sudbury)There’s no denying Toronto's love affair with brunch, and now the festival to celebrate all things brunchy is back with a day of goodies and drinks.
Toronto Taste (June 3 @ Corus Quay)Over 60 Toronto chefs come together to serve up a variety of dishes during this fundraiser for the Second Harvest Food Rescue.
The Butterbeer Bar Crawl (June 2 @ Various Venues)Break out your wizarding robes for a four-bar drinking tour with themed games, speciality drinks, team challenges and a best costume contest.
Def Leppard and Journey (June 1 @ Rogers Centre)80s hair metal icons Def Leppard and Journey here to play some of the biggest hits and guiltiest pleasures that are still in heavy rotation today.
Jennifer Castle (June 1 @ The Drake Hotel)Toronto's own Jennifer Castle has been making waves with her folk rock and vocal stylings that are reminiscent of Dolly Parton and Joan Baez.
U4RIA (June 1-3 @ Toronto Event Centre)A festival of trance music takes over the Waterfront this weekend with artists from Canada and beyond taking the stage for two days of thumping beats.
Diplo (June 3 @ Cabana Pool Bar)Producer Diplo is here to take fun in the sun to another level and bring the tunes to Cabana for the day.
Big Sean (June 3 @ RBC Echo Beach)Rapper Big Sean and his velvety flows are embarking on his Unfriendly Reminder tour alongside Playboi Carti, Shy Glizzy and Gashi.
Hayley Kiyoko (June 3 @ The Danforth Music Hall)Model, dancer, singer and queer icon Hayley Kiyoko is here with her upbeat and poppy dance tunes that touch on life and love.
La Luz (June 3 @ Horseshoe Tavern)LA's all-girl indie rockers' music is both haunting and sonorous, clouded by a haze of dreamy rhythms that induce some seriously mellow vibes.
Sudden Impulse Film Festival (June 2 @ Revue Cinema)Local filmmakers host a night of funny and weird projects, also featuring a performance by Slowfish.
Ferris's Room (June 2 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)Take a tour through Ferris Bueller's room with a VR experience and screening of a doc that follows artist Toronto artist Sarah Keenlyside and her process.
Femme Fatale Film Festival (June 3 @ Revue Cinema)A celebration of young women's voices in film, this film festival is made up of short films by female filmmakers between the ages 15 and 20.
Madonna vs. Lady Gaga Dance Night (June 1 @ Buddies in Bad Times)Celebrate the first day of Pride Month with a dance party, dedicated to the queens of pop, and drag performances — costumes are encouraged!
Global Boogie Banquet (June 1 @ Handlebar)A spread of international foods is going down at this dance party, with the best in afrobeat, tropical grooves and electronic disco.
Summerdaze Season Opener (June 2 @ 54 Fraser Ave)In anticipation of Camp Summerdaze, this bash kicks off a season of fashion forward festivities, arts and crafts, food and good vibes.
Home Brew (June 2 @ The Baby G)Toronto DJ hey!dw returns to headline the event she created four years ago to feature artists of colour, LGBTQ+ and female-identifying musicians.
60s Mod Soul Record Dance Party (June 2 @ The Piston)Transport yourself back to the swinging sixties with classic mod, soul and R&B, and maybe a little garage, psych and reggae thrown in for good measure.
Rihanna's Backstage Room (June 2 @ Free Space)Photos, film and installation showcase musicians off-duty, including a replica set of Rihanna's backstage room based on her leaked riders.
Riverdale ArtWalk (June 2-3 @ Jimmie Simpson Park and Community Centre)This free two-day public fine art exhibition showcases both established and emerging artists, including local community groups and food vendors.
Mick Rock Exhibition (June 2-30 @ Liss Gallery)Legendary rock photographer, Mick Rock, exhibits his collection of iconic images of rock ‘n’ roll icons such as David Bowie, Lou Reed and Queen.
90's/2000's Vintage Streetwear Flea Market (June 2 @ 1305 Dundas St W)Back again is this huge flea stuffed with vintage streetwear from old school brands like Tommy Hilfiger, Champion, Kappa, Gucci and Ralph Lauren.
Withrow Park Farmers' Market (June 2 - October 13 @ Withrow Park)It's the first day for the Withrow Park farmers makers with live music, arts and crafts activities for kids and local, organic food and goods for sale.
Punk Rock Flea Market (June 3 @ Lee's Palace)The first of its kind in Toronto, 28 makers from Montreal to Windsor present a day of old tunes, cold brews and good finds.
The Fools' Market (June 3 @ The Corner Spot)Local makers set up shop outside the Corner Spot for a sunny Sunday of handmade crafts and original artwork.
Toronto Cactus and Succulent Society Show (June 3 @ Allan Gardens Park and Conservatory)Plants are friends and now is the opportunity time to pick up one (or ten) ultra low maintenance succulent and cactus buddies to brighten up your space.
The Eglinton Way Farmers' Market (June 3 - October 28 @ The Eglinton Way BIA)The Eglinton Way BIA launches its annual summer market with locally grown produce and handmade goods along the Eglinton strip.