Jerkfest - Toronto’s Hot & Spicy summer festival celebrating the world renowned jerk cuisine, where you can come to experience everything Caribbean.

From the great jerk food such as jerk chicken, fish, shrimp to the delectable jerk octopus, jerk kangaroo and jerk alligator, the vivacious rhythms of the music sweeps you off your feet as you sway to the pulsating beat and enjoy live performances by internationally acclaimed reggae artists. Stroll thru the arts & craft village or enjoy our live jerk demonstrations with one of Toronto’s top chef, then shop in our market for your spices and become a jerk-o-logist.

Have kids, bring them, they will have a funsational time in our kidz zone. Whether you are young or young at heart you can participate in our interactive activities and contests.

Bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the local food bank & Come for the Food, Stay for the Fun!!