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TORONTO FESTIVALS & EVENTS 2008/9
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We started this section of the House Hunting In Toronto website as an extra service to our visitors and prospective clients.
Is your Festival or Event missing? Please send us an e-mail (see contact form) and we will be happy to add your community activity as soon as possible.
 a 14-day celebration of culture, creativity and cuisine.
January 30 to February 8, 2009
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 Explore and savour Toronto's internationally renowned and diverse cuisine during the gastronomic celebration Winterlicious
January 30 - February 8, 2009
http://www.city.toronto.on.ca/special_events/wintercity/winterlicious.htm
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CANADA BLOOMS
Canada Blooms: The Toronto Flower and Garden Show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building. Canada's largest horticultural exhibition is proudly presented by The Home Depot and produced in partnership with Landscape Ontario and The Garden Club of Toronto.
March 18-22, 2009
http://www.canadablooms.com
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WIZARD WORLD
TORONTO'S MAGICAL FAMILY MARCH BREAK EVENT
Celebrating our 4th season in 2007!
The Better Living Centre - Exhibition Place, Toronto
NO ONE IS ADMITTED UNLESS ACCOMPANIED BY A CHILD 12 OR UNDER
March 9 - 15, 2008
http://www.wizardworld.ca
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ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE
Our primary mission each year is to organize the Toronto St. Patrick's Day Parade, one of the largest in North America, as well as the events leading up to the big day. From its humble and noble beginning in 1988, the parade has grown to include 100 organizations, 32 Irish county associations, 2,000 marchers, 30 floats, 14 bands as well as an assortment of wolfhounds, leprechauns and talking shamrocks.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
http://www.topatrick.com
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 A World of Award-winning Wines, Beers,
Single Malt Whiskies, Specialty Foods & Cheeses
March 20-22, 2009
http://www.towineandcheese.com
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SANTE: THE BLOOR-YORKVILLE WINE FESTIVAL
Santé: The Bloor-Yorkville Wine Festival is an annual celebration of great wine and great food—and the people who appreciate it.
May 5 - 10, 2008
http://www.santewinefestival.net
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 http://www.desifest.ca/toronto
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 WATERFRONT BLUES FESTIVAL
June 6 -8, 2008
http://www.distilleryblues.com
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WOOFSTOCK
When Woofstock launched in 2003, the Toronto Star called it “the summer of canine love”. What else can you call 140,000 dog lovers and their four-footed friends coming together each year for this wildly popular doggie love-in!
Woofstock is the largest outdoor festival for dogs in all of North America. Last year it was beamed around the world on CNN for the entire weekend.
June 7th, 2008
http://www.woofstock.ca
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 North by Northeast (NXNE) is Canada’s biggest and most important music festival. During the past decade, NXNE has developed a worldwide reputation for discovering and exposing new and emerging talent to music fans and industry professionals.
The Music Festival spans 3 nights of performances, with almost 400 showcasing bands at 25 live music venues in downtown Toronto.
June 11 - 14, 2009
http://www.nxne.com
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TASTE OF LITTLE ITALY
The Little Italy BIA is proud to present the 7th Annual Taste of Little Italy Festival. FREE for all! The Taste of Little Italy is a wonderful opportunity for the whole family to experience the food and culture of Toronto’s own Little Italy. Over 20 bands will PERFORM LIVE on the street corners, patios and balconies, playing a variety of music from Classical to Salsa. In addition, food and beverage retailers will offer a mouth-watering variety of tastes and flavours, with promotions and samples of cuisine.
June 13 - 15, 2008
http://www.tasteoflittleitaly.ca
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CARIBANA
What began as an expression of the goals and aspirations of the Caribbean community resident here—that the culture of the Caribbean had pride of place in Canada—has blossomed into the world-renowned festival of Carnival Arts, Caribana™.
http://www.caribana.com
June 13 - August 3, 2008
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PRIDE WEEK
Pride Toronto exists to celebrate the history, courage, diversity and future of Toronto's LGBTTIQ2S* communities.
* Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer/Questioning, 2 Spirited
June 20 - 29, 2008
http://www.torontopride.com
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 DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
The TELUS Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival is a two-day spectacular event that brings sports, multicultural entertainment and international spirit to Toronto Centre Island. Close to 180 teams with over 5,000 paddlers competing in over 100 races in two days. Athletes of different backgrounds from all over the world take part in the ancient Chinese tradition and friendly competition.
June 21 - 22, 2008
http://www.dragonboats.com
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TORONTO DOWNTOWN JAZZ
The TD Canada Trust Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival is a 10-day festival which takes place annually during the last two weeks of June. This world-class festival showcases more than 1,500 of the best Canadian and international musicians performing diverse styles from traditional to fusion, blues to bebop. Hundreds of thousands of jazz fans from around the world experience jazz at ticketed mainstage performances, in concert halls, at free indoor and outdoor stages and at more than 30 clubs, hotels and lounges in the heart of downtown Toronto.
June 20-29, 2008
http://www.tojazz.com
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THE FRINGE TORONTO'S THEATRE FESTIVAL
The Fringe is Toronto 's largest theatre festival. In 2008 it will host over 800 artists from Ontario , Canada and around the world, with over 135 unique productions in more than 25 venues. Productions range from dramas to musical extravaganzas to improv and take place in local theatres as well as in unusual spots: playgrounds, parking lots and more.
http://www.fringetoronto.com
July 2-13, 2008
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 With more than 5000 restaurants across the GTA featuring more than 200 international cuisines, a celebration of Toronto wouldn't be complete without food!
July 4 - 20, 2008
http://www.city.toronto.on.ca/special_events/streetfest/summerlicious.htm
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 Nathan Phillips Square
Concerts noon to 2 pm - Tasty Thursdays BBQ, 11 am - 2 pm - $5 or less!!!
July 10 to August 28, 2008
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 Nathan Phillips Square
Every Wednesday 10 am – 2 pm
July 9 - August 27, 2008
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 Mel Lastman Square
Sunday Concerts - 7:30 - 9 pm - FREE!
July 13 to August 24, 2008
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GRAND PRIX OF TORONTO
http://www.grandprixtoronto.com
2008 cancelled
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BEACHES JAZZ FESTIVAL
Join us lakeside at Woodbine Park for the launch of the Beaches International Jazz Festival. Located at the western edge of the Beach community, Woodbine Park is located at the corner of Northern Dancer Boulevard and Lake Shore Boulevard East (Northern Dancer is between Coxwell and Woodbine Avenues).
http://www.beachesjazz.com
July 18 - 27, 2008
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MABUHAY PHILIPPINES
TORONTO SUMMER FESTIVAL
July 19, 2008
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
255 Front St West, Toronto
http://www.pidctoronto.com
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JUST FOR LAUGHS GALAS
Looking for star power? You’ll find plenty of household names as we proudly present six star-studded Galas over three hilarious nights. More than just traditional stand-up, the Just For Laughs Galas are hilariously high concept evenings of comedy and theatrics packed with gut-busting surprises from start to finish.
Massey Hall
178 Victoria Street Toronto, ON
July 24, 2008
http://www.hahaha.com
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CHINESE LANTERN FESTIVAL
The largest of its kind outside Asia, the Toronto Chinese Lantern Festival takes place on the waterfront at Ontario Place over 65 nights. The display includes 30 large-scale lanterns that can be as large as 15 m (50 ft) by 91 m (300 ft), as well as over 3000 art lanterns. Traditional dragon dances take place each night as does other musical and dance entertainment.
http://www.chineselanternfestival.ca
July 31 to October 12, 2008
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IRIE MUSIC FESTIVAL 2008
The 7th annual TD Canada Trust IRIE Music Festival, also known as IRIE FEST, is one of Canada's most exciting annual celebrations of music and the arts. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Toronto, IRIE FEST 2008 offers programming at two great downtown locations: Nathan Phillips Square and Queen's Park.
August 1 - 4, 2008
http://www.iriemusicfestival.com
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SUMMER WORKS THEATRE FESTIVAL
As the largest juried festival in Canada featuring predominantly New Canadian plays, SummerWorks looks to program a festival that uniquely reflects Toronto and Canada’s cultural zeitgeist.
August 7 - 17, 2008
http://www.summerworks.ca
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TORONTO'S FESTIVAL OF BEER
Over the past years, Toronto's Festival of Beer has become the ultimate culmination of great brew, good music and beer revelry. More than 17,000 guests are expected this year.
August 7-10, 2008
http://www.beerfestival.ca
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 TASTE OF THE DANFORTH
The Krinos Taste of the Danforth promises to be Toronto’s best yet,
with over a million people expected.
August, 8 - 10, 2008
http://www.tasteofthedanforth.com
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MUSLIMFEST
Every year, MuslimFest builds a day long cultural bridge in the Greater Toronto community through the festival that celebrates the best in Muslim arts and entertainment.
August 9 - 10, 2008
http://www.muslimfest.com
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 CANADIAN NATIONAL EXHIBITION
Founded in 1879, the Canadian National Exhibition is one of the largest annual Fairs in North America. The CNE is located on 190 acres of the Toronto waterfront at Exhibition Place, minutes from downtown Toronto. The fair is held annually for the 18 days prior to and including Labour Day.
August 15 - September 1, 2008
http://www.theex.com
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HISPANIC FIESTA
Hispanic Fiesta is ready to fill Mel Lastman Square with the splendid sounds, tempting treats and colourful culture that the Hispanic heritage is famous for. Hispanic Fiesta will feature the best known local & International Hispanic performers covering 20 different countries, that speak Spanish.
August 19, September 1, 2008
http://www.hispanicfiesta.com
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FESTIVAL OF SOUTH ASIA
The TD Canada Trust Festival of South Asia takes place on Gerrard Street E. between Greenwood and Coxwell Ave.
August 23 and 24, 2008
http://www.festivalofsouthasia.com
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 ASHKENAZ FESTIVAL
The Ashkenaz Festival is one of the world’s largest public celebrations of Yiddish and Jewish culture. The Festival takes place biennially at Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre and satellite locations throughout Toronto. Each edition of this multidisciplinary event presents approximately 50-75 artists/groups from Canada and around the world working in music, film, theatre, dance, literature, craft, and visual arts.
August 26 – September 1, 2008
http://www.ashkenazfestival.com
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 THE TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
http://www.tiff07.ca
September 4 -13, 2008
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 BLOOR WEST VILLAGE UKRAINIAN FESTIVAL
September 12 - 14, 2008
http://ukrainianfestival.com
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 TERRY FOX RUN
The Run is a non-competitive event where people get together as individuals, families and groups to raise money in Terry’s name. It is a day of celebrating Terry’s legacy and helping to keep his dream of a cure for cancer alive.
September 14, 2008
http://www.terryfoxrun.org
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 THE WORD ON THE STREET
http://www.thewordonthestreet.ca
September 28, 2008
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 http://www.scotiabanknuitblanche.ca
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TORONTO MARATHON
The Toronto Marathon is an annual race from the north end of Toronto to Queen's Park in October. The race started in 1995, now consist of the full and half marathon and a 5K Run. More than 2000 participants are expected to help raise funds and awareness for the programs and clinics at Princess Margaret Hospital and other beneficiaries.
http://www.runtoronto.com
Sunday October 19, 2008
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DIWALI
Thousands of Indian families across Canada and the U.S. will gather together to celebrate Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights and start of the Hindu New Year. This year, the actual day of Diwali falls on November 1st.
October 28, 2008
http://www.diwalifestival.org
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THE ROYAL AGRICULTURAL WINTER FAIR
It's the largest indoor combined agricultural, horticultural, canine and equestrian event in the world. It's the show that puts November on the calendar, Toronto on the map, and Canada on the world stage. It's the one and only Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.
November 7 - 16, 2008
http://www.royalfair.org
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 GOURMET FOOD & WINE EXPO
The annual Gourmet Food & Wine Expo is held in November at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building. Each year the Expo offers 35,000 guests an unparalleled opportunity to sample over 1,200 fine wines, spirits and beers from around the globe.
Noverber 20 - 23, 2008
http://www.foodandwineexpo.ca
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 CANADIAN ABORIGINAL FESTIVAL
The Canadian Aboriginal Festival is a multi-faceted event. It is Canada's largest Aboriginal festival and one of Toronto's most successful festivals. The Canadian Aboriginal Festival is a unique opportunity for everyone to share and learn about North America's Aboriginal peoples.
November 28 - 30, 2008
http://www.canab.com
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 With decades of holiday tradition in Toronto, audiences experienced the Cavalcade of Lights Opening Celebration in the heart of the city at Nathan Phillips Square on November 29, 2008.
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TORONTO GUIDE
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WHAT TO SEE AND DO: Attractions, Entertainment, Theatre
GETTING AROUND: Airport, Transportation, Underground Toronto
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MEDIA: Newspapers, Radio, Television
SHOPPING: Malls
FESTIVALS & EVENTS: Festivals & Events
CHILDREN: Activities for kids in Toronto
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CONTACT INFORMATION
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Rick McGuigan
Toronto real estate sales representative
Coldwell Banker Case Realty
Phone: 416-696-5100
Pager: 416-461-0925
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