City of Toronto Culture

City of Toronto Culture Updates on City of Toronto produced events and programs. City of Toronto Arts & Culture is a full-service section of the City of Toronto.

Follow for news and information regarding major City of Toronto-produced special events. Annual events include:

Cavalcade of Lights
Holiday lighting, music and fireworks at Nathan Phillips Square. End of November

New Year's Eve
Ring in the New Year at Toronto's iconic Nathan Phillips Square with fireworks, skating and music. December 31

Winterlicious
Citywide prix fixe restaurant promotion and

culinary events
January / February
https://www.facebook.com/LiciousTO

Doors Open Toronto
Explore Toronto's buildings and discover the story behind every door. Late May
https://www.facebook.com/doorsopenTO

Canada Day
Celebrate Canada's birthday. July 1

Summerlicious
Toronto's citywide prix fixe restaurant promotion. July
https://www.facebook.com/LiciousTO

Nuit Blanche Toronto
Toronto's free all-night contemporary art event
September or October
https://www.facebook.com/nuitblancheTO

Opening June 18, join us at Assembly Hall for Los Callejeros, an exhibit by Jim Bravo. 🖼️Explore selections of Bravo’s w...
06/14/2026

Opening June 18, join us at Assembly Hall for Los Callejeros, an exhibit by Jim Bravo. 🖼️

Explore selections of Bravo’s works, reflecting his early immigrant, inner-city experiences alongside interpretations of Canada’s sublime landscapes.

This exhibition contributes a compelling voice to the ongoing global conversation on race, immigration and its place in contemporary society.

On until July 23.

06/10/2026
June is Toronto Video Game Month 🎮   Join us June 11 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. for Giant Video Games outdoors at the waterf...
06/10/2026

June is Toronto Video Game Month 🎮

Join us June 11 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. for Giant Video Games outdoors at the waterfront! At sundown, play on a massive playable projection of Toronto-related games on the Canada Malting Silos.

No registration is required, just show up and join in: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/video-game-month/

Cultural Hotspot is back 🎉  Join us on June 20 to celebrate the culture, creativity and community of Scarborough’s Kings...
06/10/2026

Cultural Hotspot is back 🎉

Join us on June 20 to celebrate the culture, creativity and community of Scarborough’s Kingston-Galloway/Orton Park neighbourhood.

At this FREE family-friendly event, enjoy performances by JUNO -winning artists Choclair, Savannah Ré, JUNO-nominated Yanchan Produced, a photography installation, art and more.

📍Scarborough Town Centre from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Learn more at: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/cultural-hotspot/hotspot-event-calendar/?event_id=23d3eaa0-bdad-4b25-8a4d-bbdf9161a07d&event_name=Cultural%20Hotspot%20Launch%20Event&calendar_date=2026-06-20T11:00:00-04:00

Join us on Saturday, June 20 at the Toronto Sculpture Garden from 2 to 5 p.m. to meet Chloe Begg, the artist behind "Rol...
06/09/2026

Join us on Saturday, June 20 at the Toronto Sculpture Garden from 2 to 5 p.m. to meet Chloe Begg, the artist behind "Roller Coasters and Waiting Rooms."

This family friendly event is an opportunity to meet the artist, spend time in the park, and experience the sculpture together in an informal setting.

Visitors are encouraged to interact with the installation by spinning the colourful beads and wandering through the sculpture.

This event is free, RSVP is appreciated but not required: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/gathering-at-the-toronto-sculpture-garden-meet-the-artist-tickets-1990527836342?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Images by Darren Rigo.

Game on, Toronto: Toronto Video Game Month is here 🎮🌎 From esports tournaments and free public gaming events to indie ga...
06/05/2026

Game on, Toronto: Toronto Video Game Month is here 🎮🌎

From esports tournaments and free public gaming events to indie game showcases and digital art festivals. Whether you're a casual player, digital artist, or just game-curious, there's something for everyone.

Level up: https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/video-game-month/

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