Things to do in Toronto this week include a wide range of fun activities that you don’t want to miss. With concerts from singing stars like Shania Twain, Wiz Khalifa, and Sean Paul, to a food and music festival, and even a FREE movie screening! Your week’s itinerary is looking vibey!
Take a look at our full list of events or explore last week’s events list to see more!
Events you might want to check out:
Shania Twain Live in Concert (July 16 @ The Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Resort)
Country-pop superstar Shania Twain’s Toronto tour comes to an end with her last show on July 16 at The Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Resort! Grab your tickets and come see the icon put on an unforgettable show, fit for everyone who wants to add some nostalgia to their summer!
Free Family Movie Night presents The Lorax (July 18 @ Palmerston Library)
Bring the whole family and enjoy a free film at Palmerston Library’s theatre. The Lorax is based on one of Dr. Seuss’s books, and is a family favourite!
Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto (July 18-20 @ Exhibition Place)
Enjoy this world-class motorsports festival that takes place on a 2.874-kilometer, 11-turn temporary circuit using the streets surrounding Exhibition Place near Lake Ontario in downtown Toronto. Come for the cars and stay for the many attractions, food trucks, interactive displays, and other activities! Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto is also a proud supporter of local charities.
The Naoko Matsubara Public Opening (July 16 @ Art Gallery of Ontario)
Join artist Naoko Matsubara and Renée van der Avoird, associate curator of Canadian Art, AGO, in celebration of the opening of Matsubara’s career-spanning exhibition of 20 exuberant woodcut prints.
Desi Comedy Showcase: Harv & F.R.I.E.N.D.S (July 18 @ Desi Food Junction)
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter as some of the funniest desi comics take the stage at newly-opened Desi Food Junction in Toronto! From Bollywood gossip to desi politics, and trending topics to classic Indian culture references — nothing is off-limits!
Dynesti at ‘TO the Beat’ Music Program (July 13 @ Trinity Theatre – The Distillery District)
‘TO the Beat’ presents Dynesti as part of a FREE concert series that celebrates the diversity and vibrancy of Toronto’s incredible music scene. Presented as part of the IncluCity Festival, the series brings together artists from a wide range of cultural backgrounds and musical styles, reflecting the rich mosaic of communities that call Toronto home.
Weston Silver Band Summer Concert (July 15 @ York Memorial Park)
Grab a lawn chair and treat yourself to a wonderful evening of brass, community, and music in the park with the Weston Silver band! If you’re looking for a British-style brass band to turn your evening into a fun experience, this summer concert is where you want to be!
Thomas Rhett’s Better in Boots Tour (July 17 @ Budweiser Stage)
Multi-platinum entertainer Thomas Rhett is bringing Toronto a one-of-a-kind show with his Better in Boots Tour! Expect full-on entertainment, along with special guests Tucker Wetmore and The Castellows to up the ante! The stars are performing live at Budweiser Stage on July 17, 2025.
Wiz Khalifa & Sean Paul’s Good Vibes Only Tour (July 18 @ Budweiser Stage)
Toronto’s music scene is about to get a facelift as music maestros Wiz Khalifa and Sean Paul bring their Good Vibes Only Tour to Budweiser Stage on Friday, July 18! The dynamic duo is bringing a special guest with them and it’s none other than DaBaby.
Lavazza Inclucity Festival Presents US Palmese (July 16 @ Distillery District – Trinity Theatre)
Get ready for open-air cinema under the stars at the Distillery District with ICFF on Wednesday, July 16. the Lavazza IncluCITY Festival is bringing you the screening of “US Palmese,” the story of a retired farmer, Don Vincenzo, who hatches a wild plan to save the local soccer team by bringing in Etienne Morville, a top Serie A player with a bad attitude.
National Hot Dog Day at Sportsnet Grill (July 16 @ Sportsnet Grill)
In honour of National Hot Dog Day on July 16, Sportsnet Grill is offering two limited-edition hot dogs, in addition to its standard takes on the ballpark favourite. From vegan and kid-friendly options to the 24” Slugger, there’s something for everyone to celebrate National Hot Dog Day at Sportsnet Grill. Come out and see for yourself!
Camping Royale comes to Dufferin Grove’s Farmers Market (July 17 @ Dufferin Grove Farmers’ Market)
Camping Royale is a satire on colonialism and the privileged class. It features Queen Sophie-Charlotte and Queen Louise (both lived in 18th-century Europe – the former was queen of England, aunt to the latter, who was queen of Prussia), embarking on an absurd camping trip, far away from court. On July 17th at 4:30 p.m., come, unfold your blankets. and settle beneath the shade of the trees at Dufferin Grove Farmers’ Market for a delightfully twisted performance, blending absurdity and enchantment. Free of charge!
DesignTO Tours: Inside a Geary Avenue Creative Hub (July 17 @ Geary Avenue Creative Hub)
Join DesignTO for an exclusive house tour on Geary Avenue. Venture into two unique industrial lofts filled with contemporary art, designer furniture, and plants. If you’re a homes enthusiast, and spaces are your thing, then this tour is a cool experience that you don’t want to miss!
The Summer of Loud travelling festival (July 15 @ Budweiser Stage)
With a stacked lineup of four rotating headliners, the travelling festival makes a single Canadian stop at Toronto’s Budweiser Stage on July 15. Catch Parkway Drive, Killswitch Engage, I Prevail, and Beartooth on stage for power packed performances that will make for an unforgettable night.
13th Panamerican Food and Music Festival (July 18-20 @ Nathan Phillips Square)
It’s the start of the PANAMFEST 2025, presented by TD Bank! Canada’s largest festival celebrating the best in food and culture of the Western Hemisphere returns from July 18 to 20, 2025, to Nathan Phillips Square at City Hall in the heart of downtown Toronto.
