Road Trip Ontario

Aurora's Haunted Forest
2024-10-28 18:00 - 22:00 UTC | Sheppard’s Bush & Aurora Family Leisure Complex
Join the fun at Aurora’s Haunted Forest! This event is geared to all ages with family experiences, as well as for those looking for a good scare. Aurora’s Haunted Forest is presented by Geranium.

Sheppard’s Bush – Access via the Mary Street entrance. There will be many decorated trails and three cabins to explore for all ages. A charitable BBQ will be on-site for a nominal fee.
Aurora Family Leisure Complex – There will be crafts and games available for everyone to enjoy.

Aurora’s Haunted Forest has been acclaimed as one of the Top 100 Festivals and Events in Ontario. Special thanks to 5th Aurora Scouts, Marquee Theatrical Productions and The Knuth Family for their countless hours and passion for creating displays and themes. Additional thanks to the more than 180 volunteers whose time and talent has been essential for getting this event ready.

Admission Details
Wristbands are required to participate in the indoor activities as well as to tour the Haunted Forest trails. Event wristbands are $5.00 per person (ages 2 and older) and can be purchased in advance, while supplies last.
Wristbands can be purchased as of October 1, 2024 at any of the following locations.

Aurora Family Leisure Complex (135 Industrial Parkway North)
Aurora Town Hall (100 John West Way)
Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex (1400 Wellington Street East)

Indoor Activities and Shuttle Bus
There is limited parking around Sheppard’s Bush. We recommended participants park at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex and take the complimentary shuttle bus from the complex to Sheppard’s Bush. A variety of games and crafts are available in the AFLC.

Accessibility Accommodation
To arrange for accessible parking and an attendant wristband, or any other accessibility needs, please email our Special Events Supervisor.
Note: The decorated cabins may not be accessible based on your requirements.

More Information & Contact
For more information, please call 905-726-4762 or email our Special Events Team.
Note: We reserve the right to cancel, amend or change activities.

Lurking in the Shadows at Fort York
2024-10-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Fort York National Historic Site Please arrive at the Historic Fort’s west gates, located at 100 Garrison Road., Canada
Hear chilling and eerie tales on a lantern tour of Fort York and its historic surroundings. Learn about a haunted lighthouse and the bloody Battle of York. Explore the military burial ground. Tour the creepy shadows and 200-year-old buildings of Fort York at night and learn of its history and many paranormal mysteries. Hot drinks & refreshments included.
The fun continues in October with our after-dark tours! Get into the festive spirit with autumn-inspired craft-making and seasonal dress-up fun! It’s a celebration of spooky, creativity, and community that you won’t want to miss.
Please Note: This program requires accessibility of stairs and uneven ground. Part of the tour takes place outside, so please dress for the weather. The tour includes walking outside and in the dark, and crossing busy streets.

Tours will begin and end at Fort York National Historic Site. Tours start promptly at 7:30 p.m.; to minimize disruptions, please arrive early to sign in.
Note: Recommended for ages 12 and up. Youths aged 12-16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Bala Cranberry Festival
2024-10-18 09:00 - 2024-10-20 18:00 | Muskoka District Road. Bala
The Bala Cranberry Festival, a popular yearly event, helps boost tourism and enhance community well-being through financial support. With a history of attracting over 500,000 attendees in the past 35 years, it is a must-see event.

Since 1984, volunteers have worked tirelessly to make the Bala Cranberry Festival a must-attend event. Our Mission: Bala Cranberry Festival’s purpose is to EXTEND tourist season and to IMPROVE quality of life for our community by providing financial aid to individuals and organizations in need.
The Bala Cranberry Festival creates lifelong memories. Attendance of more than half a million people estimated over the past 35 years. Not bad for a town of 700! Supported by hundreds of community groups and non-profit associations. More than 150 local musicians graced the main stage.
Festivals and Events Ontario has named this event as one of the Top 100 Events in Ontario.
As of May 2024, ticket is not yet available.

Lurking in the Shadows at Fort York: Haunted at Fork
2024-10-17 19:30 - 2024-10-26 21:30 | Fort York National Historic Site, Canada
Hear chilling and eerie tales on a lantern tour of Fort York and its historic surroundings. Learn about a haunted lighthouse and the bloody Battle of York. Explore the military burial ground. Tour the creepy shadows and 200-year-old buildings of Fort York at night and learn of the fort’s history and its many paranormal mysteries. Hot drink & refreshment included.
The fun continues in October with our after dark tours! Get into the festive spirit with autumn-inspired craft-making and seasonal dress-up fun! It’s a celebration of spooky, creativity, and community that you won’t want to miss.
Please Note: This program requires accessibility of stairs and uneven ground. Part of the tour takes place outside, so please dress for the weather. The tour includes walking outside and in the dark, and crossing busy streets.

Werewolves of High Park: Moon Walk
2024-10-17 19:30 - 20:30 | High Park Nature Centre’s Forest School building, Canada
Ah-hooooooo! Werewolves of High Park! We saw a werewolf with a Grenadier Café menu in their hand walking through the Black Oak Savannah in the rain. They’re howling around the Nature Centre’s door, but we won’t let them in.
Under the October full moon, we’ll bravely venture into the park to learn about the origins of the Moon, its influences on life, and the lunar legends of mythology and haunting horror stories.
Note: This is an encore presentation of September’s Moon Walk in High Park but with a spooky twist.

This event will begin at the High Park Nature Centre’s Forest School building located at 375 Colborne Lodge Drive.
A number of changes were made to the travel network within High Park as part of the High Park Movement Strategy that might influence your decision to drive to High Park. In case you’re driving we strongly recommend you to park your car at the public parking lot near Grenadier Cafe.
We continue to recommend using the TTC or biking as the best way to get to High Park and the Nature Centre. The Nature Centre is situated just a 5-minute walk from the High Park Subway Station. In case you were biking, there are bike racks available in front of the Nature Centre.
Please note, High Park is closed to cars on the weekends. If your event is on a weekend, you will need to park outside the park and walk in, or take transit.
Visit our How To Get Here page to learn more about planning your trips to High Park.

54th Annual Kingsville Migration Fall Festival
2024-10-17 - 2024-10-20 | Various locations in Kingsville, Canada
This year marks the 54th annual Migration Fall Festival weekend. Kingsville welcomes the community to a celebration of migration, heritage, nature conservation, and Jack Miner. Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary is also hosting various activities, such as a maze, a car show slow roll, Paint out, a parade, art exhibition, a marketplace, and bike tours. Join us for a weekend of fun and festivities!

The Big Fat Creole History Quiz
2024-10-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Riko Bokito 254 Adelaide Street West, Canada
Join us for an exciting evening celebrating BAND Gallery’s “Big Fat Creole History Quiz”! Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Creole heritage as we explore its vibrant culture and history. Engage in fun and lively challenges that test your knowledge while also supporting BAND Gallery’s mission to enhance Black space-making initiatives.
Did you know that Creole heritage is celebrated by communities worldwide, each with its unique traditions and stories? This event is a wonderful opportunity to learn, connect, and contribute to the ongoing celebration of Creole culture. Don’t miss the chance to try out Rico Bokito Caribbean Creole French cuisine—the beignets are truly exceptional!

Birding 101 on October Big Day
2024-10-12 14:00 - 2024-10-13 16:00 | High Park Nature Centre’s Forest School Building 375 Colborne Lodge Dr, Canada
Looking to get into birding? Join us for a beginner-friendly birding walk on a global day for birding and community science.
We’ll start the afternoon with an introduction to using binoculars (limited pairs are available to borrow from the Nature Centre), the basics on identifying a new-to-you bird species, and how to find them ethically. Then, we’ll head out into the park, practice our bird watching skills, and participate in community science by submitting our species checklist to eBird, a worldwide database of birders’ observations.

October Big Day is a global opportunity to unite around our shared love of birds. During this annual event organized by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, birdwatchers from around the world come together to document as many bird species as possible in a 24-hour period. Last October, nearly 36,000 people from 191 countries submitted more than 83,000 checklists with eBird, demonstrating the power of birds to bring people together. Each year more and more participants join in this global celebration.
Wherever you are on 12 October, take a few minutes to join in this global celebration. Participate from anywhere—even from home! By taking part in October Big Day you’re also celebrating Global Bird Weekend and World Migratory Bird Day. Be a part of the global team and help set a new record for October birding.

The Toronto Halloween Show
2024-10-11 10:00 - 2024-10-13 21:00 | The Warehouse Venue at Downsview Park 35 Carl Hall Rd #2, Canada
The Toronto Halloween Show, one of Ontario’s largest consumer shows for “All Things Halloween” strives to bring exhibitors and visitors together to celebrate their love of this fun and scary season.
Shop with our vendors to find costumes, indoor/outdoor props & décor, things odd & peculiar, dark & mysterious, fun & scary, one-of-a-kind artisan creations, baked goods and more.

Show Hours:
Fri. Oct. 11th
4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sat. Oct. 12th
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
​Sun. Oct. 13th
10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Korean - Canadian Young Artists Exchange Exhibition “Ongoing”
2024-10-09 11:00 - 2024-10-22 17:00 | Dignam Gallery 23 Prince Arthur Avenue Toronto, ON M5R 1B2, Canada
In celebration of the “2024-25 Year of Korea-Canada Cultural Exchange,” OIS ART OF CANADA, with support from the Korean Cultural Centre Canada and the Overseas Koreans Agency, is proud to present the Korean-Canadian Young Artists Exchange Exhibition, “Ongoing” fostering a meaningful foundation for cultural and artistic exchange between Korea and Canada.
As part of the Korea-Canada Youth Exchange Promotion Project, this exhibition will feature a total of 34 participants, including students from art universities and emerging young artists from both countries. It represents the first-ever art exchange exhibition between young artists from Korea and Canada. The exhibition will showcase a diverse range of artwork, including paintings, sculptures, and drawings, highlighting the creative talent of the next generation poised to shape the future of cultural and artistic expression in both nations.
Additionally, a collaborative live painting show titled “Harmony in Art” by participating artists will be held during the opening reception on Friday, October 11, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Future Makers: Symposium, Workshop & Exhibit
2024-10-09 11:00 - 2024-10-11 21:00 | Toronto Metropolitan University – Rogers Communications Centre, 80 Gould St Illuminarium, The Distillery District – 28 Gristmill Lane, Canada
In October 2024, Future Makers will come alive in Toronto with a series of inspiring talks, cutting-edge workshops, and immersive exhibits. Through strategic partnerships and collaborative efforts, Future Makers brings together bright minds and bold creators, to enhance the discourse and experiences of creatives and companies pushing the boundaries of the industry.
Join us as we tinker, experiment, and spark meaningful conversations designed to help you shape the creative landscape for years to come.

Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show
2024-10-08 06:00 - 2024-10-14 22:00 | Norfolk County Fairgrounds, 172 South Drive Simcoe, Ontario
The Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show returns with much anticipation and excitement for its 184th year.
The Norfolk County Fair is one of the Top 100 Festivals and Events in the Province! Come to the largest outdoor horse show in Canada! You’ll also find wonderful displays, competitions, art, a wide variety of food, indoor local market, and top notch concerts! You don’t want to miss this celebration.
With over 15,000 entries in our competitions including Equine, Art, Livestock, Poultry, Garden Products with Giant Pumpkins, Homecraft and Photography bringing Norfolk County to over 115,000 visitors annually. Great Concerts and 5 days of Motorsports fill the Grandstands over 7 days ending on Thanksgiving.
Wheelchair accessible
PARKING
Parking Daily Rate
$10
Parking Weekly Rate
$40

Nuit Blanche Toronto: A dazzling all-night celebration of contemporary art
2024-10-05 19:00 - 2024-10-06 07:00 | Downtown Toronto, Canada
Take part in a FREE dazzling all-night celebration of contemporary art that transforms Toronto’s public spaces into extraordinary landscapes and animates cultural sites throughout the city.
This year’s theme, Bridging Distance, invites audiences to explore ways in which they experience and perceive distance through three exhibitions and more than 80 works by local, national and international artists (including Independent & Special Projects). The program also includes a series of talks, tours and workshops that bring the public closer to the creative process than ever before.
Meet up with friends at Nuit Blanche and explore more than 80 art projects by local, national and international artists that examine the many ways we experience, perceive and bridge distance. This year’s event features three exhibitions along the downtown waterfront and an assortment of works in public spaces and cultural institutions across the city.
Share your night with friends using the official hashtag #NBTO24

October Weekends at Scarborough Museum
2024-10-05 11:00 - 2024-10-27 16:00 | Scarborough Museum 1007 Brimley Rd, Canada
This October, join Scarborough Museum for a family-friendly gaming adventure that strengthens math, critical thinking, and improvisation skills! New or experienced fans of tabletop role-playing games can sign up for a self-contained session using the “Roll for Shoes” game system. Enjoy a warm drink and a treat fresh from the museum’s kitchens, then join in on family-friendly Halloween-themed crafts and games all month long!
Join the fun on October 19th for a fantasy-themed game, or October 26th for a Halloween-themed game.
No experience required, best suitable for players ages 8 to 13, accompanied by an adult over 18. Please reserve one ticket per child participant.
Additional slots may become available – if tickets are not visible / sold out, please contact shm@toronto.ca or call 416 388 8807 to determine availability and/or be added to a waitlist.
Schedule:
Every Saturday, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Every Sunday, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Baked goods will be served beginning at 12pm; all other activities will be available from 11.

Markham Fair 180th Anniversary
2024-10-03 08:00 - 2024-10-06 17:00 | Markham
Every fall for four days the town of Markham hosts one of Canada’s favorite entertainments. Markham Fair has been held since 1844 by Ontario and East York agricultural society. The fair takes place at Markham Fairgrounds on the weekend right before Thanksgiving, attracting about 80,000 visitors.

Traditional entertainment includes horse pull, demolition derby, tractor pull, and displays of farm animals. Midway Rides by World’s Finest Shows provide lots of fun and excitement. Monster Truck Madness is held on Sunday. Old MacDonald’s Farm—Animal Displays is an excellent activity for kids. Heavy Horse Show features the six-horse hitch class. Also, you can shop for crafts, pies, quilts, and more.
The fair still has considerable agricultural and trade significance. More than 3,000 exhibitors showcase about 12,000 items that are judged and displayed for all to see. The fair promotes honest competition and entrepreneurship, providing an opportunity for the farmers to show fruits of their labor. With over 700 volunteers working at the Markham Fair, it makes it the biggest community-based volunteer organization in Canada.

International Plowing Match & Rural Expo
2024-10-01 08:30 - 2024-10-05 17:00 | Kawartha Lakes, Canada
Join us for a five-day celebration of agriculture and rural living. There are plowing competitions, a range of activities for people of all ages, numerous opportunities to learn about agriculture, near-constant live entertainment in multiple venues, hundreds of vendors and exhibitors (large and small equipment, lifestyle items, and much more), a wide variety of food … the list goes on.
Since its inception over 100 years ago, the IPM has grown to become the largest outdoor agricultural and rural expo in North America. People come from across eastern Canada and the United States to attend.

Kitchener Waterloo Oktoberfest (The 2nd largest Oktoberfest in the World)
2024-09-27 - 2024-10-19 | Downtown Kitchener City Hall, 2 King St W, Kitchener, ON N2H 2G8 Ontario, Canada
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is a cultural extravaganza that brings together communities to celebrate German heritage, indulge in culinary delights, and enjoy the lively and spirited atmosphere. It has become a cherished annual tradition for locals and a draw for visitors seeking an authentic Oktoberfest experience in Canada.

The event has deep German roots, reflecting the cultural heritage of the region. It pays homage to the original Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany. Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is synonymous with beer celebrations. Attendees can savor a wide array of local and international brews. The festival also features traditional German cuisine, offering a culinary journey.

One of the highlights is the Oktoberfest Thanksgiving Day Parade, attracting large crowds. The parade showcases colorful floats, marching bands, and various cultural groups. Beyond the beer and parades, the festival hosts cultural events, live music, dance performances, and family-friendly activities. Traditional German music and folk dances add to the festive atmosphere.

The crowning of Miss Oktoberfest is a notable tradition, where a young woman is chosen to represent the festival throughout the year. Numerous venues across Kitchener and Waterloo participate in the festivities, offering a variety of events and entertainment.
A key aspect of the celebration is “Gemütlichkeit,” a German term conveying a sense of coziness, warmth, and good cheer, encapsulating the welcoming spirit of the festival.

Etobicoke Ribfest
2024-09-22 12:00 - 18:00 | Colonel Samuel Smith Park, Canada
The 3rd Annual Etobicoke Ribfest 2024 Presented by Ontario Festival Group will take place at Colonel Samuel Smith Park, Kipling and Lakeshore, convenient for area residents and visitors from all over.
Featuring 5 of North America’s Best Rib Teams ready to serve you, your friends and family Award-Winning Mouth-Watering BBQ Smoked Ribs, Tender Pulled Pork, Juicy Smoked Brisket, BBQ Chicken, Smoked Sausage and those huge Beef “Dino” Ribs. There will be a variety of festival foods like The Bloomin’ Onion, Tiny Tom’s mini-donuts, roasted corn, poutines, funnel cakes and of course to wash it all down nice cold beer in the Beer Garden.
There will be a variety of festival foods like the bloomin’ onion, Tiny Tom’s mini-donuts, roasted corn, poutines, funnel cakes and of course to wash it all down nice cold beer in the Beer Garden.
Watch Live Music all weekend long featuring amazing tributes to AC/DC, The Tragically Hip, & Bob Marley plus a variety of local bands.
️ FREE ADMISSION WITH $5 CHARITABLE DONATION SUGGESTED
PET-FRIENDLY | ATM ON SITE

Aurora’s Multicultural Festival
2024-09-22 09:30 - 2024-10-15 14:30 | Aurora Town Square, Canada
Join us for the kick off to Culture Days happening from September 22 to October 15 with Aurora’s Multicultural Festival in Town Park. There are a variety of free cultural activities during Culture Days which can be found on our Culture Days webpage.
What does culture mean to you? Explore and learn about the vibrant and multicultural Community in Aurora. Get ready for dazzling performance shows, food samples, Community Zones, and fun activities for the whole family! Focusing on celebrating our community’s roots while embracing new cultures, lively music, traditional clothing and exceptional dancing from around the world, this event will take you on a one-of-a-kind cultural tour; all in one location, all in the same day.
Save the date for this amazing experience as you experience how other cultures celebrate song and dance with a fully-packed entertainment line-up.

Geary Art Crawl 2024: A FREE, two-day, rain-or-shine celebration of art and culture on.
2024-09-21 13:00 - 2024-09-22 23:00 | Geary Avenue Geary Ave between Ossington Ave and Dufferin St., Canada
Join artists from the Geary community in interactive art projects for all ages.
The Geary Art Crawl is a two day celebration of art and culture on Geary Avenue from Ossington to west of Dufferin. With the help of local artists and businesses, the neighbourhood comes alive with music, visual art installations, pop-ups, food and more in a creative, local emergence. Founded in 2021, the Geary Art Crawl is produced and presented by Uma Nota Culture in partnership with likeminded west end arts organizations.

Watch the neighbourhood come alive with music, visual art installations, pop-ups, food and more in a local, DIY celebration of the arts.

St. George AppleFest
2024-09-21 10:00 - 2024-09-22 18:00 | Saint George, Canada
Experience rural life! This FREE family event is a Top 100 Ontario Festival. The pungent smell of ripe, crisp apples contrasts sharply with the sweetness of candied apple! Over 120 vendors create a colourful kaleidoscope. Shuttle service and parking are FREE. Accessible. Free Saturday Night Street Party Welcome to coaches.
The Vendor Market / Farmer’s Market features over 120 vendors, local farmers, artisans and unique shops along Main Street. Home decor, woodwork, antiques and jewellery to home decor, artists, handcrafts. There are many fresh products for sale.
St. George Apple Fest has two stages. The Main Stage, adjacent to the Spirit Garden, has an extensive schedule of entertainment for both days. The 2nd stage at the Kid’s Activities Area is a favorite of our young ones.
Parking is FREE on Main St. in St. George and all its cross streets, as well as multiple parking lots throughout the Village. Shuttle service will be provided from Elliott Soccer Field, located on Highway. The nearest highway is Hwy. 5 to the west.

Brooklin Harvest Festival
2024-09-21 10:00 - 16:00
Celebrate the fall season with friends and family. Enjoy Downtown Brooklin as we feature our farmer’s market vendors, horse and wagon rides, kids’ zones with dinosaurs and reptiles, inflatables, balloon artists, face painters, and scarecrow scavenger hunt.
Enoy entertainment at the main stage in Grass Park and street performers all along Baldwin. Stores and restaurants throughout the Downtown have sidewalk sales and what a great way to meet your local business owners.
Park at Brooklin the High School and take a ride on the Town Trolley right to the event entrance. So much to see and do.

As of May 2024, Admission fee and venue is not yet available.

Amherstburg Uncommon Festival
2024-09-20 12:00 - 2024-09-22 22:00 | Downtown Amherstburg, Downtown Amherstburg, 268 Dalhousie Street, Amherstburg, Canada
One of the most anticipated events of the year is back. Friday – Sunday, September 20-22.
Step into a world where steampunk meets magic. Gears, gadgets and enchantments abound at our extraordinary event.
Dress up in your favorite wizardry or steampunk cosplay costume and join us for a weekend filled with fun. Expect more buskers, live performances, games, vendors & downtown businesses open to serve you and wackier – than – ever fun filled days. You will want to return every single day so you don’t miss a thing!
September 20 | 4 pm – 10 pm
September 21 | 12 pm – 10 pm
September 22 | 12 pm – 6 pm
Venue & Address
Downtown Amherstburg, 268 Dalhousie Street, Amherstburg
Wheelchair accessible
Free Parking
Street Parking
Accessible by Public Transport

Hike Haliburton Festival
2024-09-19 08:00 - 2024-09-22 17:00 | Haliburton Highlands
Popularly known as Haliburton Highlands, the county of Haliburton, comprised of Algonquin Highlands, Dysart et al, Highlands East, and Minden Hills, is an extremely popular destination to enjoy the fall season with tree canopy ranging from deep green to soft hues of yellow and gold to bright reds depending on the time and place (type of trees present) of your visit.
While hot, warm summers will lead to fall colors appearing later in the season (well into October), cooler summers will see fall colors peaking much before Thanksgiving weekend.
The fall colors that you see will also vary depending on the tree. Maple trees turn auburn because their leaves are rich in anthocyanins, a compound responsible for the glorious hues of red color. Poplar, Birch and Tamarack (larch) trees have carotenoids and xanthophylls, resulting in yellow, gold and orange leaf color hues.

Fall in Love With Maple: Taste & Hike Through Brilliant Colors of Fall at Ontario Maple Farms

Around the fourth weekend of September, Haliburton Tourism organizes a hiking festival (2023 – September 21 to 24). Hike Haliburton Festival is Canada’s largest hiking festival and includes guided hikes and various Fall themed experiences.
While you have to register for the guided hikes, you can always head to Haliburton anytime from mid-September to late October/early November to enjoy nature during the Fall season.

As of March 2024, the price of the ticket is not yet available.

Common Ground Dance Festival
2024-09-19 06:00 - 2024-09-21 23:30 | : Lee Lifson Art Park 223 Gladys Allison Pl, North York
You’re invited to attend events including dance workshops for all levels, site performances animating unexpected spaces, mainstage performances with live music, and artist talks.

This year’s festival will include energetic and grounded dance workshops for all levels in a variety of styles, compelling site performances that animate unexpected spaces, charming and evocative mainstage performances featuring both student and professional dancers with live music, and insightful artist talks through which audience members can connect with the inspiring dancers and choreographers who bring the festival to life!
The festival’s mission is intercultural, with programming that gathers a diverse constellation of Toronto’s artists and community members for the purpose of creating connection and shared understanding. We invite you to witness the beauty and power of multiple artistic expressions moving through a shared space, and to contribute your energy and presence to the experience. It is our hope that our friendly vibe, matched with the incredible talent of the artists on stage will move you, uplift you, challenge you to think in different ways, and inspire you.

Schedule:
September 19, 2024, 6:00 am
September 20, 2024, 5:30 am
September 21, 2024, 11:30 pm

Toronto Waterfront Festival
2024-09-16 11:00 - 2024-09-17 20:00 | 7 QUEENS QUAY EAST
The Toronto Waterfront Festival (formerly Redpath Waterfront Festival) was thrilled to have the World’s Largest Rubber Duck, presented by Clorox®, return to Toronto’s waterfront from September 16-17, 2023.
In addition to the Duck, the festival welcomed back the Canadian Armed Forces, who brought two giant army vehicles for visitors to interact with and explore as well as the Royal Canadian Navy who had the HMCS Oriole on water and crew and activities on-land.

The Armed Forces rolled in with two massive vehicles, each weighing over 45,000 pounds. Attendees explored both the Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV) 6.0 and Tactical Armoured Patrol Vehicle (TAPV). Visitors also met the crew, heard their experiences, explored their gear, and learned about what life is like as a military member.

The Royal Canadian Navy returned with on-land and on-water activations including the HMCS Oriole sail training vessel, which is 102 years old this year as well as a Virtual Reality experience for visitors to try.

Other programs included food trucks, roaming entertainment, giveaways from partners and more!

The Redpath Sugar DJ Booth featured DJ Mel Boogie as well as pop-up entertainment.
Visitors enjoyed local food truck eats in the Billy Bishop Airport Picnic Lounge.
Interactive games and crafts from Live Green Toronto.
Tons of selfies were taken with Mama Duck, presented by Clorox®.
Interactive photo areas and free samples and giveaways from our many amazing partners.
Beck Taxi safely transported guests to and from the event.

Toronto Urban Agriculture Week
2024-09-14 08:00 - 2024-09-16 17:00 | Fred Johnson Park, Canada
Celebrate Toronto-grown food and the people who grow it. See how growing food in the city can create greener spaces and more liveable neighbourhoods.
From September 14-22, Toronto Urban Agriculture Week festivities will include garden tours, workshops, and harvest parties across the city. Many events are free or low cost and family-friendly.

Individual Dates & Times:
*Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

Sep 14, 2024 – All Day (Sat)
Sep 15, 2024 – All Day (Sun)
Sep 16, 2024 – All Day (Mon)
Sep 17, 2024 – All Day (Tue)
Sep 18, 2024 – All Day (Wed)
Sep 19, 2024 – All Day (Thu)
Sep 20, 2024 – All Day (Fri)
Sep 21, 2024 – All Day (Sat)
Sep 22, 2024 – All Day (Sun)

Event Categories: Annual Festivals, Culinary, Festivals & Special Events, Free, Gardens & Gardening, Outdoor, Special Events

GUSSAPOLOOZA MUSIC FESTIVAL
2024-09-13 - 2024-09-15 | Cookstown
Gussapolooza Music and Arts Festival (Presented by The Indie Distributor Project) is a unique 3-day camp-out extravaganza that celebrates Canada’s emerging music and arts scene.
Over 50 bands from across Canada perform on multiple stages and represent diverse genres like rock, country, folk, hip-hop, electronic, pop, and more. Prepare to get up close, mingle, and be captivated by the best independent artists of today.
Immerse yourself in laughter at our comedy shows, be enchanted by buskers, tantalize your taste buds with a wide array of delectable foods and craft beers, engage in thrilling games, and explore our vibrant creator’s convention. There’s truly something for everyone!
Emerging bands travel great distances to play Gussapolooza because of you, the amazing music and art lovers who together create a community with the power to launch these artists to new heights. As a cherished member of our community, you are not just an ordinary festival goer. You are a talent scout, a record label executive, and a devoted music enthusiast with the power to bestow the prestigious Gussapolooza Music Awards (GMA) upon your favourite artists, propelling them toward the global stage.

Bracebridge Fall Fair and Horse Show
2024-09-13 - 2024-09-15 | Algonquin Park, Almaguin Highlands, Muskoka and Parry Sound 331 Fraserburg Road, Bracebridge, ON, Canada
Take part in old fashioned, fall fair fun featuring midway rides, classic carnival games, live animals, petting zoo, interactive exhibits and of course, awesome food vendors!

Supercrawl
2024-09-13 - 2024-09-15 | James Street N, Hamilton
Hamilton’s music and arts festival fusing music with art installations, fashion, performance, literature, theatre, and artisanal craft. Supercrawl’s diverse multi-disciplinary program of sound, performance, visual and media arts is staged along a pedestrian-only creative corridor in the heart of downtown.

Since 2009, Supercrawl has hosted a vibrant range of compelling and contemporary musical talent. Whether through the signature on-street festival weekend, partnered presentations, club series, or ticketed events, Supercrawl consistently showcases the best of local live music alongside national and international artists. That tradition will continue when Supercrawl’s 16th anniversary lineup is revealed in June 2024.
