Local Summer Festivals – Shop Local And Support Your Community This June

06/08/2014

In my opinion, one of the best things about summer in Toronto is all of the local festivals.  As Business Improvement Associations (BIA) pop up in every neighbourhood across the city, it gives local merchants the chance to show off their community.   I’m going to post the best local festivals on this site every month, and we’re starting off with a bang this June!

Summer Fling In The Kingsway: Thurs June 12-Sat June 14th, 9am-6pm

Summer Fling Sidewalk Sale: Great Deals, Fabulous Food, Entertainment.

Roncy Rocks! Sat June 14th, 11am-8pm

Roncy Rocks! is an annual celebration of local art, music and culture and will bring an abundance of great talent with live performances on numerous stages, a large roster of artists in our juried art show and sale, and loads of art related activities for the whole family. The juried art show and sale will take place in various locations on the street, featuring the work of many painters, photographers and sculptors who call Roncy home.

Add to this: kids art activities, art installations, interactive workshops, and a day-long sidewalk sale showcasing Roncesvalles’ merchants and you’ll know why we call this a rockin’ good day of music and art in Roncesvalles Village!

Baby Point Summer Fest: Sat June 14th, 10am-6pm

Join the Baby Point Gates merchants and professionals as they kick off the summer. Live music, face painting, balloons, magician, samples and more!

Bloor West Sidewalk Sale: Thurs June 19th-Sat June 21st 

Bloor West Sidewalk Sale:  Fun, food and music

The Junction Summer Solstice Festival: June 21st noon to midnight

With over 90 local businesses participating, the Junction Summer Solstice Festival offers exclusive sales and promotions, music and art shows, craft and design workshops, open houses and featured menus. Participate in health activities, interactive performances and demos while enjoying captivating shows by roaming artists, buskers and cirque performers.

With over 30 restaurants and cafes offering exclusive Summer Solstice menus, you’ll be sure to satisfy your sweet tooth, cravings and inner foodie. Meet the Junction’s top health and well-being practitioners for some great practical advice on how to lead a healthier life. Take a spin on a Ferris Wheel overlooking the Junction and join the Junction Design Crawl, ending with the Junction Jubilee parade, enjoy live music or experience our bustling nightlife. Don’t forget to check out a movie screening of classic shorts with musical accompaniment at the famous Junction Train Platform (just east of Dundas St. West and Pacific Ave).