Summer 2024

Sat, May 18↑Mon, May 20

A weekend of performances in theatre, dance, music and interactive activities for children ages 5–12.

Fri, Jun 7↑Sun, Jun 9

Meet the masters of mystery over a weekend of criminally good conversations, book signings, workshops and more.

Fri, Jun 28↑Mon, Jul 1

Celebrate on the waterfront with music, dance, comedy, food and family-friendly activities.

Thu, Aug 1↑Mon, Aug 5

Huge Fête, Big Soul! Soak up some island flavour, food, music and dancing at Island Soul.

Thu, Sep 19↑Sun, Sep 29

Immerse yourself in 11 days of storytelling joy! Celebrate diverse tales from Toronto and beyond, meet favourite authors and explore new worlds.

Sat, Jul 20

Unity Fest brings hip hop, culture and community together for dance battles, live performances and free events for all ages.

Fri, Jul 26↑Sun, Jul 28

A three-day festival with numerous free events showcasing the food, culture, music and art of the Philippines.

Fri, Aug 9↑Sun, Aug 11

Celebrate the rich culture and vibrancy of the African continent with many free events that span live music, films, dance workshops and more.

Thu, Aug 15↑Sun, Aug 18

Experience the best in tap dance with workshops, shows, free nightly jams and more.

Fri, Aug 23↑Sun, Aug 25

Discover Taiwanese culture with programming inspired by the cultural dialogue with Spain, including many free events.

Fri, Jun 21↑Thu, Aug 29

Enjoy an intimate live music experience by the waterfront.

Fri, Jun 28

Fefe Dobson, followed by multi-platinum pop artist Tyler Shaw, performs on the Concert Stage.

Sat, Jun 29

Join Choir! Choir! Choir! in an epic sing-along this July long weekend on the Concert Stage.

Sun, Jun 30

A magical summer evening concert with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.

Fri, Aug 2

Destra Garcia performs an outdoor summer concert full of modern dancehall and audience favourites.

Sun, Aug 4

A summer night of soul, R&B and old-school hits with the legendary Sean Jones and The Righteous Echo.

On Now ↑Sun, Aug 11

Enjoy The Power Plant Summer 2024 exhibitions: Witness by June Clark and Embassy by Terence Gower.

On Now ↑Mon, Sep 2

Explore the story and symbolism behind one of jewellery’s most storied pieces.

On Now ↑Mon, Sep 2

A retrospective look at the immensity of human-made “stuff” produced on Earth since the Industrial Revolution.

On Now ↑Mon, Sep 2

Rescuing the forgotten detritus of human activity, Micah Adams creates new works that are at once lovely and peculiar.

On Now ↑Tue, Dec 31

A reflection of nature’s bounty as a testament to the fluidity of existence, renewal and transformation. 

Enjoy coffee, drinks and summer bites with a view by the water during your visit.

Shop for goods representing Toronto’s cultural diversity and handcrafted items.