Summer events in Toronto

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By Elli Davis, May 15, 2009

Summer time in Toronto has always been very rich in all kinds of events. Hundreds of concerts, festivals and conventions copy the diversity of the Toronto's multicultural population. It is simply impossible to mention or even list here all the upcoming events (see toronto.com for exhaustive listings). Instead let's have a look at 5 very different festivals from which everyone should be able to choose.

Luminato

When: June 5th - 14th
Where: various places

Luminato's back! For 10 days again, Toronto's streets, parks, squares and other public places will be hosting another spectacular celebration of arts for 10 long days. Over 100 free & paid events will take place in Toronto stretching between music, films, dance, theatre, visual arts, food and many more. Tickets on sale already!

Woofstock

When: June 13th and 14th
Where: St. Lawrence Market Neighbourhood

Doggies wherever you look! For the 7th time already, Toronto will be hosting the largest outdoor festival for dogs in North America. This year there's a chance to win a honeymoon weekend package for two at the Le Meridian King Edward Hotel during the festival. All you need to do is participate at the Woofstock Wedding High Tee on June the 7th and be the owner of the best dressed doggie bride or groom! Good luck!

Northern Ink Xposure

When: June 19th - 21st
Where: Toronto Hilton

The annual gathering of tattoo artists and tattoo lovers from around the world is much more than just a tattoo show - it is a life style show for tattooed people. This year's theme is ‘Tattooing and contemporary fashion with good ol’ Rock n’ Roll’. Most of the events are open to public, but only VIP passes (only a few hundreds!) will get you to the many after parties. If interested, check out the N.I.X. fan profile on facebook!

Casa Loma's Renaissance Festival

When: July 4th - 6th
Where: Casa Loma

This family fair festival offers great fun for everyone! This year will surely at least as exciting as the four previous onces. Come and enjoy duelling knights, magician shows, medieval music, comedy, Renaissance Shoppes, ongoing games and much much more. Tickets also available online.

Fan Expo Canada

When: August 28th - 30th
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre

This year celebrating the 25th anniversary of Terminator, Linda Hamilton cannot be missing! The 15th annual multigenre fan convention covers popular arts such as comic books, fantasy, science fiction books and movies, horror, anime, video games and many more. Plenty of workshops and seminars, autograph sessions, masquerade and with a long list of featured guests you can experience the perfect weekend.

Whatever way you decide to spend your summer, we wish the best of times to you!
Elli Davis Team