6 h. ago Salsa on St. Clair and more festivals to swing into this weekend in GTA

July is here, the weather is co-operating and if you’re looking for something to go with the sunshine and smiles on your face, look no further. Here’s what you need to know to make the necessary plans. Salsa on St. Clair Street Celebrate Toronto’s diverse Latin community through music, art and dancing at Canada’s largest […]

Culture

8 h. ago Toronto neighbourhood throwing a surprise street festival this weekend

Toronto's Baldwin Village is about to come alive this Saturday, July 5, as local merchants band together for an impromptu street party that promises to bring big energy to one of the city's most underrated neighbourhoods.The one-day celebration will feature a dynamic mix of music, food, art, and dance, plus at least a couple of artisan markets; there's the potential for a surprise fashion show, too! Each business along Baldwin is curating its own lineup of talent, and so far, the street is shaping up to host a mix of live bands, DJs, visual artists, and performers.It's a grassroots event in every sense. There's no formal street closure (yet), no major sponsors, or flashy branding; it’s just a collective effort by independent business owners who want to breathe new life into this little tucked-away village. Despite being home to some of the most charming patios and low-key restaurants in the city, it still flies under the radar for many Torontonians. But thi...

Culture

8 h. ago ‘Political petting zoo’: Politicians gather to flip pancakes at Calgary Stampede

It's Stampede season in Calgary and the festivities kicked off Thursday morning wit the traditional "First Flip" pancake breakfast featuring a who's who of local politicians.

Politics

10 h. ago Festival de Lanaudière: Rafael Payare et l'OSM en ouverture ce vendredi

Une soirée dédiée à «Carmina Burana».

Culture

10 h. ago 'Anything can happen': Edmonton Street Performers Festival hits the square

The Edmonton International Street Performers Festival comes back to Sir Winston Churchill Square, July 4 to 13

Culture

11 h. ago 57e édition du FEQ : «Des revenus en dollars canadiens, des cachets en US» – un casse

Le coup d’envoi du 57e Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ) sera donné jeudi soir sur les Plaines d’Abraham.

Events

14 h. ago Q+A: Sunfest founder on scouring the globe to bring music to London

As Sunfest launches its 31st edition on Thursday, founder and executive director Alfredo Caxaj tells Free Press reporter Beatriz Baleeiro about the festival he built, along with the global travels that help bring it to life. Q: You’ve travelled the world to scout and book Sunfest acts since you began the festival three decades ago. […]

Other

14 h. ago From Shania Twain to teenage punk bands: Is Calgary Stampede the Greatest Music Festival in the West?

'People's music preferences have changed. That is another piece we think about with our music is how we tap into that emerging trend.'

Culture

17 h. ago Festival d’été de Québec 2025: qui aura la plus grosse foule? Benson Boone ou Shania Twain?

Le coup d'envoi du 57e FEQ sera donné jeudi soir.

Culture

17 h. ago Festival d’été de Québec: 5 choses à savoir sur sir Rod Stewart, première tête d’affiche à chanter sur les plaines d’Abraham en 2025

La légende britannique lance le festival jeudi soir, sur les plaines d’Abraham.

Culture

28 h. ago Stampede Bowl: Calgary Stampeders set to kick in annual CFL home game in early July

Red and White 'pumped' to be part of festivities leading into 'Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth'

Other

32 h. ago Point Roberts festival organizers sing worried tune amid Canadian border boycotts

Canadian musicians who put on Point Roberts festival say their home is a 'ghost town.'

Culture

32 h. ago Kiran Deol brings dark comedy and zombie apocalypse vibes to Indian Summer Festival

Kiran Deol, American Punjabi writer/comedian/filmmaker/actor, is part of this year’s Indian Summer Festival.

Culture

33 h. ago International race coming to Toronto for the first time ever

Toronto is set to welcome a world-class triathlon competition this summer as global brand Supertri brings its league to Canada for the first time ever. The event will take place as part of the Toronto Triathlon Festival — a long-standing fixture of the city's sports calendar since 2012 — and this year's addition marks a new chapter, with Supertri taking over leadership for the first time. Supertri is recognized globally for its fast-paced, short-course race format and team-based structure, and regularly features some of the world's top triathletes, including Olympians and renowned international champions. The Toronto race will serve as Supertri League's season opener, ahead of scheduled events in Chicago on Aug. 23 and Toulouse on Oct. 5, with more stops in 2025 expected to be announced soon. "We are excited to launch the 2025 Supertri League in Toronto," said Michael D'hulst, the co-founder and CEO of...

Society

33 h. ago Motel 6 Canada Lights Up The Stage With Country Thunder Music Festival Partnership

Toronto, ON, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Motel 6 Canada has announced its partnership with Country Thunder Saskatchewan (July 10-13, 2025) and Country Thunder Alberta (August 15-17, 2025) as the Official Hotel Partner for both festivals. This collaboration marks Motel 6 Canada’s inaugural venture into music festival partnerships, establishing a significant presence at two […]

Culture

36 h. ago Days Inns – Canada Makes Festival Debut with New Country Thunder Partnership

Toronto, ON, July 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Days Inns – Canada has partnered with Country Thunder Saskatchewan (July 10-13, 2025) and Country Thunder Alberta (August 15-17, 2025) as the festivals’ Official Hotel Partner. This marks the hotel chain’s first music festival sponsorship and strategic entry into Canada’s vibrant country music festival scene. The partnership […]

Culture

54 h. ago How the antisemitic meltdown at the Glastonbury Festival unfolded

Festival organizers said they were 'appalled,' and that Bob Vylan's behaviour went against its mission of 'hope, unity, peace and love'

Culture

55 h. ago «Fuck, on l’a fait!»: avant le passage de Simple Plan au Festival d'été, le batteur Chuck Comeau se remémore le parcours de 25 ans du groupe québécois

À quelques jours d’un concert au Festival d’été de Québec, le batteur se dit fier du parcours du groupe québécois.

Culture

61 h. ago Here’s what Mark Carney said to thousands of people gathered in Ottawa on Canada Day

This year’s festivities at LeBreton Flats Park got the royal treatment, with Prince Edward praising Canada’s unity and accomplishments

Transport

61 h. ago Mark Carney says values being tested by attacks on democracy in Canada Day speech

This year’s festivities at LeBreton Flats Park got the royal treatment, with Prince Edward praising Canada’s unity and accomplishments

Events