Beaches Jazz Festival - STREETFEST

STREETFEST
STREET CLOSES AT 6:00PM, BANDS PLAY 7:00PM - 11:00PM
Queen St. East will transform into a Free Street Festival with diverse Bands, Food Trucks, Vendors, and more!

 

(For more info go to: www.beachesjazz.com or STREETFEST)

Beaches Jazz Festival - OLG WEEKEND SERIES

Friday Dance Party
This summer, we mark a major milestone: 10 years of Groovin’ in the Park! What started as a humble gathering of dancers, music lovers, and DJs in Toronto’s east end has grown into a vibrant two-day celebration of House, Disco, Funk Breaks, and global rhythms, right in the heart of Woodbine Park.
 

Saturday Fever
This will be our biggest year yet. We’re curating an unforgettable lineup of talent from around the world and right here at home to celebrate a decade of dance, community, and culture. As always, admission is completely FREE.

(For more info go to: www.beachesjazz.com or WEEKEND SERIES)

July Brush & Browse Night Market

Happening on the last Friday of the month. This isn't just for our Paint Night guests anymore - this is your invite to shop, sip, snack & soak up the vibes of Markets. Our cafe, and Formosa Hut will remain open serving up delicious drinks, and food, we will have vendors popping up, and if you book ahead you can join us for our Paint Night from 7PM - 9PM.

You can purchase tickets for the paint workshop here, tickets are $40 a person.

Here's a look at the vendors joining us: Izzy Bee's Cookies, Nutrition with Angela, A Crafty Desire, Sarah's Finds, Drop Tha Bomb & tarot readings with Mrs. Magick.

DOWNTOWN BOWMANVILLE

62 King Street West
BOWMANVILLE ON

(For more info go to: www.marketsontario.ca/pages/events )

Secondhand Vintage Pop-Up

Join us for a pop-up focused entirely on secondhand items, and vendors selling vintage items.

Are you interested in being a vendor for this event? Click here to fill out the application.

DOWNTOWN BOWMANVILLE

62 King Street West
BOWMANVILLE ON

(For more info go to: www.marketsontario.ca/pages/events )

Aquino Tank Weekend

Visit the museum for Canada’s Largest Military Show!

Aquino Tank Weekend is the largest and greatest historical military show in Canada. It is the Ontario Regiment RCAC Museum’s biggest annual event. There is nothing like it in the world.

HISTORY LIVES HERE!

Spanning over three very busy days, Aquino Weekend is an event with action packed excitement for both families and history enthusiasts.

The Museum is known world wide for its extensive collection of operational historical vehicles and they are showcased in both static and dynamic displays over the weekend. They will roll out in demonstrations, battle re-enactments, and one-on-one tank battles! The battle re-enactments are second to none. They combine an intensive experience where artillery, infantry, and vehicles encounter each other. These scenarios are narrated and supported by explosions and gunfire (with blanks)!

There will be displays from Canadian Armed Forces units, partner Museums from all over Southern Ontario, a myriad of Historical Reenactors, other supporting organizations with similar interests (From Pipe and Drums to Radio Controlled Tanks), food trucks, beer garden, and our ever-popular Kids Zone.

The Ontario Regiment RCAC Museum
1000 Stevenson Road North

OSHAWA ON

(For more info go to: www.todocanada.ca)

Sweet Tea and Sunshine Picnic

 

Looking for the perfect Galentine’s Day activity? Celebrate the special bond with your besties at Cherished Jewel’s Charm Bar Workshop!
Create your own custom charm jewelry—a bracelet, anklet, or necklace—and add up to 10 meaningful charms to make it truly one-of-a-kind. Whether you choose symbols of friendship, fun memories, or personal flair, every piece becomes a keepsake of love and connection.
Our charm bar features beautiful costume jewelry, offering a fun and creative way to design a stunning accessory. It’s the ultimate way to share laughs, get creative, and leave with something to cherish.
Come and celebrate friendship and sparkle at the Charm Bar!

270 Simcoe Street N

OSHAWA ON

(For more info go to: allevents.in)

Toronto's Festival of Beer

Toronto’s Festival of Beer, presented by The Beer Store features hundreds of brews, seriously good eats, live entertainment, and plenty of beer love in Exhibition Place.
It’s Canada’s premier celebration of the golden beverage. #TOBeerFest

The Festival features more than just beer; there are several non-malt based beverages available including cider and ready-to-drink beverages! Our food vendors are all well known Toronto food purveyors creating some great grub for you to enjoy! Whether you’re looking for oysters, poutine, or a burger, you’ll be able to find the perfect thing to satisfy your appetite!

From classic hip-hop, to alternative rock, country music, and even pop and soul; Toronto’s Festival of Beer brings you the ultimate summer experience that you can enjoy with your friends over a nice cold one.

Toronto Event Centre

15 Saskatchewan Road

TORONTO ON

(For more info go to: www.todocanada.ca)

Indigenous Sounds Now

Indigenous Sounds Now, part of SummerSeries in Trillium Park at Ontario Place, amplifies the voices of Indigenous musicians from the Anishinaabe, Mohawk and Cree Nations.

With a sonically diverse line-up of Indigenous musicians and JUNO Award nominees, Indigenous Sounds Now delivers a fusion of Indigenous culture with pop, blues, roots, and rock. Be sure to join us as we listen and dance to this wonderful Indigenous musical mosaic.

Trillium Park, 955 Lake Shore Blvd

WEST TORONTO ON

(For more info go to: www.todocanada.ca)

Charm Bracelet/Necklace Workshop

Looking for the perfect Galentine’s Day activity? Celebrate the special bond with your besties at Cherished Jewel’s Charm Bar Workshop!
Create your own custom charm jewelry—a bracelet, anklet, or necklace—and add up to 10 meaningful charms to make it truly one-of-a-kind. Whether you choose symbols of friendship, fun memories, or personal flair, every piece becomes a keepsake of love and connection.
Our charm bar features beautiful costume jewelry, offering a fun and creative way to design a stunning accessory. It’s the ultimate way to share laughs, get creative, and leave with something to cherish.
Come and celebrate friendship and sparkle at the Charm Bar!

Parkwood Estate National Historic Site

270 Simcoe Street N

OSHAWA ON

(For more info go to: allevents.in)

Summer Shoppers Market + Family Fun Day

 It's the 2nd Annual Annual Durham Region SUMMER SHOPPERS MARKET  Saturday, July 26, 2025 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Chestnut Hill Dev. Rec. Center  1867 Valley Farm Rd, Pickering, ON L1V 6K7  Free Parking
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Bring out the whole family for a fun-filled day of:
 Shopping |  Live Entertainment |  Food & Refreshments |  Prizes & Giveaways |  Door Raffles & so much more!
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Live Photos & Videos |  Deejays & Artists |  Carnival Eats & Sweet Treats |  Special Guest Hosts, Celebrities & Socialites  Shop Local & Support Small Businesses.

Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex
1867 Valley Farm Rd

PICKERING ON

(For more info go to: allevents.in)

Durham Region Emancipation Day

In recognition of Emancipation Day on August 1, the Region of Durham and its community partners are once again hosting an Emancipation Day celebration. The theme for this year is Rooted in Resilience: Embracing Empowerment.

This free, family-friendly event is an opportunity to connect and learn about emancipation, while looking toward the future we aspire to create for all members of our community. Attendees can expect live performances, food trucks, vendors, youth and children’s activities and more.

The Esplanade Park

1 The Esplanade
PICKERING ON

(For more info go to: www.durham.ca )

Toronto Caribbean Carnival

This cultural hub bursts to life with live performances, artisan vendors, pop up bar lounge, and Caribbean cuisine. A space for all ages, the Village invites you to explore the traditions behind the music, dance, and artistry of Carnival in an intimate, welcoming setting right in the heart of the city.
 

Sankofa Square

1 Dundas St E

TORONTO ON

(For more info go to: www.torontocarnival.ca/events)

6IX Islands SOCA Village

The Arena at Pickering Casino Resort

888 Durham Live Ave

PICKERING ON

(For more info go to: www.livenation.com)

Dan Allaire Live – Stand-Up Comedy Night in Bowmanville

Looking for a fun night out in Bowmanville? Comedy Nuggets and Volt Raceway bring you another electrifying evening of live stand-up comedy featuring nationally touring headliner Dan Allaire.

A regular at Yuk Yuk’s, Dan has been featured at Just For Laughs showcases, Portland Maine Comedy Festival, Cornwall Comedy Festival, and HumourFest. His sharp wit and magnetic storytelling make him one of Canada’s top comedy talents — smart, unfiltered, and crowd-approved.

Why Go?
– A top pick for things to do in Bowmanville this weekend
– Club-quality comedy without the drive to Toronto
– Full dinner menu & bar – visit voltraceway.com
– 19+ with licensed bar and smoke-free environment
– Bold, uncensored comedy – bring your sense of humour

Volt Raceway
2383 Durham Regional Hwy 2

BOWMANVILLE ON

(For more info go to: calendar.durham.ca)

Foam Party & Photoshoot

Spending time in nature is good for you. We feel this every time we step outside to hike, camp, paddle, or just be in natural spaces. A wide body of research supports the physical and mental benefits of nature.

1380 Hopkins St
 

WHITBY ON

(For more info go to: www.eventbrite.com)

Rotary Centennial Park

EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT STARTING at 7 p.m.

FROM WED JULY 30, 2025

TO WED AUG 13, 2025






Grass Park

EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT STARTING at 7 p.m.


FROM THU JULY 31, 2025
(7 p.m.)

Music in the Park - Whitby

Music in the Park will be returning in 2025 so you can listen live to great music from local musicians.

Wednesdays starting June 25 at 7 p.m. in Rotary Centennial Park located at 800 Brock Street South and Thursdays starting July 3 at 7 p.m. in Grass Park in Brooklin located at 41 Baldwin Street. Please note, parking at Brooklin United Church is reserved for private functions and therefore not available.

Rotary Centennial Park
800 Brock St S,

WHITBY ON

For more info go to: www.whitby.ca

Thursdays
Waterfront Concerts (Millennium Square)

7:00 - 9:00 pm

 

Fridays
Rick Johnson Memorial Park

5:30 - 7:30 pm

*No Rick Johnson Park Concert on August 22


 

Sundays
Esplanade Park

2:00 - 4:00 pm

*No Esplanade Park Concerts on August 10 or August 31

Music in the Park - Pickering

The City of Pickering proudly presents the 2025 Summer Concert Series.

Join the City of Pickering on Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays starting in July for the annual Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chairs and best dance moves to any of our three locations and dance to a variety of live music all summer long.

Waterfront Concerts (Millennium Square)
Liverpool Road

PICKERING ON

For more info go to: www.pickering.ca

THINGS TO DO

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It contains THINGS TO DO, latest news stories and more.






(For more info go to: durhamregion.com)

Civic Holiday

Civic Holiday is a public holiday in Canada celebrated on the first Monday in August. Though the first Monday of August is celebrated in most of Canada as a public holiday, it is only officially known as "Civic Holiday" in Nunavut and the Northwest Territories, where it is a territorial statutory holiday.

In Toronto, the Civic Holiday is also known as Simcoe Day.

For more info go to: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civic_Holiday

CNE Toronto - The Canadian National Exhibition

The Canadian National Exhibition, better known as ‘The Ex’ to locals, is the event that Toronto’s beloved Exhibition Place is named for. To say there’s a lot to see at the Canadian National Exhibition is an understatement—this is Canada’s biggest annual fair and dates back almost 150 years.

For more info go to: www.destinationtoronto.com