Dogs, dads and Pride - see what's happening in Toronto in June 2009.
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Spectator Sports Calendar | Green Toronto Calendar |
Performing Arts Calendar
Strike Notice
As the city worker's strike continues, any events held in city-run facilities or requiring park permits may be affected. As well, the Island Ferry will not run during the strike. Check www.toronto.ca/labour-relations for general details and use the organizer's website/contact information to confirm any event you plan to attend during the strike.
Friday June 5 - Sunday June 14
Luminato - Toronto's Festival of Arts and Creativity
The arts take over Toronto with a series of performances, exhibits and lectures exploring theatre, film, literature, music, dance and the visual arts.
Friday June 12 - Sunday June 14
Waterfront Blues Festival
Enjoy free performances at Woodbine Park, just north of Ashbridge's Bay and the beach. Check the website for show times, or just plan to spend a whole day in The Beach.
Saturday June 13th
Toronto Small Press Spring Book Fair
Visit the Toronto Reference Library to hear author readings and to peruse the books, comics, magazines and more that will be on sale.
Saturday June 13th - Sunday 14th
Woofstock
Head to the St. Lawrence Market for a free weekend of exhibits, events and contest for and about dogs.
Tuesday June 16 - Sunday June 21, 2009
Worldwide Short Film Festival
Short films are presented in themed programs at five different venues in downtown Toronto.
Dates corrected:
Wednesday June 17 - Sunday June 21
North by Northeast Music and Film Festival & Conference
Hundreds of bands and performers from around the world fill Toronto clubs, with additional concerts in Yonge-Dundas Square. A music conference and music film screenings round out the festival.
Thursday June 18, 2009
WHITE HOT Gala
The National Ballet of Canada's annual fundraiser will feature a performance of short works (including the final performance of retiring Principal Dancer Chan Hon Goh) followed by hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.
June 19 - June 28, 2009
Pride Week
Street fairs and entertainment culminate in the Pride Parade on Sunday.
Friday June 19 - Sunday June 21, 2009
Northern Ink Xposure
Tattoo artists and enthusiasts head to the Downtown Hilton for a weekend of exhibits, entertainment and of course, tattooing.
Friday June 19 - Sunday June 21
Toronto Nautical Festival
The Queens Quay Harbourfront BIA presents free musical performances and deck tours of Tall Ships, including the Bluenose II.
Saturday June 20, 2009
Edgefest '09
Radio station 102.1 The Edge presents a full afternoon and evening of bands at Downsview Park, headlined by Billy Talent.
Saturday June 20 - Sunday June 21, 2009
Toronto International Dragon Boats Race Festival
Head out to Toronto Centre Island for a free weekend of dragon boat races and multicultural performances.
Sunday June 21
Father's Day
Want to take your dad out for Father's Day? Find out what's happening in Toronto on the third Sunday in June.
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