Things to do in Toronto this August Long Weekend include attending the much-anticipated Carnival Grand Parade, seeing some of the world's biggest DJs spin at VELD music festival or filling your belly at the biggest food festival in North America, celebrating the best in Indian cuisine and culture.
For more ideas, check out our previous roundup for the week and be sure to head over to our events section for complete listings.
Here's our roundup of things to do in Toronto this weekend.
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Top Picks
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August 3The crowning jewel of Caribana weekend hits the streets of the city to celebrate Toronto's Caribbean community.Multiple Venues
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Caribana events
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August 3Cool off while Carnival weekend heats up by heading to this epic party at Toronto's most iconic rooftop pool bar.
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Dancing
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August 4The legendary Maddy is the place to be on long weekends, with live music, DJs, dancing, on-site tattoos and free cover.
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August 3It may not be the Pink Pony Club, but it's close enough. Dance along to all of your favourite bops by pop music queen, Chappell Roan.
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August 4Spend the day under the sun at the city's epic pool bar, complete with unforgettable sets by some of the best DJs in town.Cabana Pool Bar
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Food Festivals
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August 3Toronto loves Jamaican patties, so why not head to a food festival dedicated entirely to the spicy, flaky delicacies in the heart of Little Jamaica.Reggae Lane - Little Jamaica
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August 3-4Recognized as the largest food festival in North America, this celebration of Indian cuisine and culture returns to take over Nathan Phillips Square for a seventh year.Nathan Phillips Square
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August 2-5Scarborough's largest community event is back, serving fresh barbeque under the sun all long weekend long.Thomson Park
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August 4Savour the flavours of the islands from local food and drink vendors at this Caribbean food festival.
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August 2-5A selection of the city's favourite food trucks are rolling into Woodbine Park for a weekend of food and fun.Woodbine Park
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Events you might want to check out
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August 5Spend your long weekend Monday jamming out to the sounds of big band jazz at The Duke.The Duke Toronto
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August 5Whether you laugh at them or with them, this hilarious comedy night showcases the city's best and brightest Gen Z comedians.
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Lead photo by
Hector Vasquez
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