Toronto festivals and events
TIFF, Pride Toronto, Caribana, the Canadian National Exhibition and the events that fill Toronto's calendar.
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Canadian National Exhibition guide
The CNE, or 'the Ex,' is Canada's oldest annual fair — midway rides, an air show, and novelty food at Exhibition Place. Here's how to plan a visit.
Caribana Toronto guide
Toronto's Caribbean Carnival, known as Caribana, is North America's largest Caribbean festival — weeks building to a massive Grand Parade.
Niagara Icewine Festival guide
Every January, Niagara-on-the-Lake wineries pour Canada's signature dessert wine at outdoor tastings, ice sculptures, and winery trails.
Pride Toronto guide
Pride Toronto's June festival centers on Church-Wellesley Village, with a parade and free programming — one of North America's largest Pride events.
Stratford Festival guide
One of North America's largest classical theatre festivals runs spring through fall in a small Ontario town on the Avon River. Here's how to plan a visit.
TIFF Toronto guide
The Toronto International Film Festival takes over the city every September. Here's how tickets work, where to see stars, and what to expect.
Toronto Jazz Festival guide
The TD Toronto Jazz Festival fills late June with free outdoor stages and ticketed club shows across downtown. Here's how to plan a visit around it.