Category: Calendar Events

Midtown is buzzing this weekend with two neighbourhood favourites returning for another year. Both Mount Pleasant and Leaside will be hosting family-friendly events, so there’s plenty to see, do, and taste close to home.

🍂 Mount Pleasant Harvest Fair

On Saturday, September 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mount Pleasant Village will once again transform into a bustling fall fair. Stretching from Davisville up to Eglinton, the street will be filled with local vendors, artisans, live entertainment, and kids’ activities. Admission is free, and it’s a great chance to support local businesses while soaking up the community vibe.

For more details, visit Mount Pleasant Village on Instagram.

🌽 Leaside Community Corn Roast

On Sunday, September 21 from 12 to 5 p.m., the Toronto-Leaside Rotary hosts its 29th annual Community Corn Roast at Trace Manes Park (110 Rumsey Rd). Expect face painting, inflatables, games, a fish pond, barbecue, and of course, fresh corn on the cob. This long-standing tradition brings neighbours of all ages together for a fun afternoon in the park.

For more information, visit the Toronto-Leaside Rotary website.

The Mount Pleasant Village BIA is once again inviting local residents to enjoy a summer evening under the stars with its free outdoor movie series, set to run on three Wednesday nights this August at the Manor Community Green (190 Manor Rd. E.).

The lineup features a mix of classic and crowd-pleasing favourites:

August 6 at 8:30 PM – The Wizard of Oz
August 13 at 8:30 PM – Top Gun: Maverick
August 20 at 8:15 PM – E.T.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy complimentary popcorn courtesy of local sponsors Scholars Leaside and Dunfield Retirement Residence. Organizers will also be accepting donations of non-perishable food items in support of the Daily Bread Food Bank.

All films are weather permitting. For updates and more information, visit: mountpleasantvillage.ca/movies.

Leaside’s Summer Street Festival Just Got Bigger

Leaside’s summer street party is just around the corner. Viva La Leaside will take over 25 Commercial Rd., east of Laird on August 10th and 11th, 2025 with two days of music, food, and family-friendly entertainment.

The free event is open to all and promises something for everyone — from tethered hot air balloon rides and a bumper car–filled Kids Zone to a vintage car exhibit and live art installations. Local musicians will take the stage throughout the weekend, and festivalgoers can explore a vendor market, enjoy eats from top Toronto food vendors, and cool off at the Latina Beer Lounge. New this year is a dog talent show hosted by KYON Dog Daycare, along with an immersive heritage exhibit called Walk Through the Ages. Saturday night wraps with a high-energy All-Star Performance Party at 9 p.m., featuring DJs and surprise acts.

Full schedule and updates are available on the Viva La Leaside Instagram page, or visit their website.

UPDATE – August 6, 2025

Organizers have announced that this year’s hot air balloon rides at Viva La Leaside have been cancelled following the recent passing of Chief Pilot Ernie Lee. A veteran balloonist whose career spanned over 50 years and continents, Lee flew for brands like Re/Max, Pizza Pizza, and Labatt’s — and once piloted the world’s largest passenger balloon in the Netherlands.

This year’s festival is now dedicated to his memory. Though his balloon won’t rise over Leaside this time, his legacy as a passionate, joyful, and generous ambassador of flight will remain part of the festival’s spirit.

For schedule updates and tributes, visit Viva La Leaside on Instagram.

Watch highlights from the inaugural Viva La Leaside in 2024 below.

📷 Instagram /@MYBIA

📷 Instagram /@MYBIA

📷 Instagram /@MYBIA

📷 Instagram /@MYBIA

Brazilian-Inspired “Arraiá on Yonge” Festival Coming to Midtown

Midtown Yonge is about to come alive with the sounds, flavours, and colours of Brazil! Arraiá on Yonge — inspired by Brazil’s festive Festa Junina — is set to take over Yonge Street (between Manor Rd. and Belsize Dr.) on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 11 AM to 9 PM.

Expect a full day of live music, traditional Brazilian food, dance, family-friendly games, and vibrant cultural performances. Featured acts include Joy Brandt, known for her Afro-pop and Latin-infused energy, and Orquestra Zabumba, a Toronto-based quintet re-imagining traditional forró with flair.

This free event is organized by @MYBIA (Midtown Yonge BIA) with support from Councillor Josh Matlow.

Interested in volunteering? It’s a great way to meet neighbours and be part of something special. Just message @mybia.ca on Instagram to get involved.

Source: @mybia.ca via Instagram

🌵 Mark your calendars!

Join the Toronto Cactus & Succulent Club‘s Annual Show and Sale on June 8, 2025 between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. for a day filled with unique plants from all part of the world, expert advice, and a chance to connect with fellow plant enthusiasts. Explore a wide variety of cacti and succulents available for purchase most of which are not readily available anywhere else. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting your plant journey, this event is perfect for you. FREE admission.

More info: torontocactus.club

Spring Fest 2025 📷 Instagram/@appletree_to

Spring Fest 2025 📷 Instagram/@appletree_to

Spring Fest 2025 📷 Instagram/@appletree_to

The Good Vibes 🌼 Spring Fest is rolling into June Rowlands Park on Saturday, May 10th, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hosted by the Appletree Group and the Yonge Eglinton Community Centre, this cheerful community gathering promises a full day of fun.

Expect family-friendly games, garden activities, yoga, live music, and even a DJ dance party. Little ones can look forward to meeting costumed characters like Benny Beaver and Mickey Moose during the afternoon storytime. Meanwhile, the #ShopONCanada Marketplace will offer a variety of local finds for curious shoppers.

📍 June Rowlands Park
📅 Saturday, May 10, 2025
⏰ 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Get ready for a feast of floral creativity! The Milne House Garden Club returns with its annual Flower Show on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at the Toronto Botanical Garden’s Floral Hall.

This year’s theme, “Floral Artistry,” invites visitors to marvel at stunning garden specimens, houseplants, and imaginative floral designs inspired by visual art forms — think ‘Sculpture,’ ‘Still Life,’ ‘Op Art,’ ‘Mixed Media,’ ‘Picasso,’ and ‘Stained Glass.’

🌷 Where: Floral Hall, Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave East
⏰ When: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (Open to the public)
🎟 Admission: Free!

🔗 Learn more at Milne House Garden Club

Jane’s Walk Festival returns the first weekend of May for three days of free, community-led walking tours, happening May 2–4, 2025. Inspired by urbanist Jane Jacobs, this global event invites people to explore neighbourhoods, hear untold stories, and spark conversation about the places we call home.

This year’s theme, “Walk With Us,” encourages curiosity, connection, and re-imagining our city together. There are dozens of walks across Toronto—here’s a sampling of some of the walks happening in and around our area:

• 🔍 Digital Walk: Walmsley Brook in Leaside & Thorncliffe Park
  Explore the traces of a long-buried river that shaped Leaside’s topography. Hosted by Lost Rivers, this virtual tour follows the ghostly path of Walmsley Brook from Bayview and Eglinton to Thorncliffe Park.
  More info
• 🧱 Ruins to Renewal: The Story of the Brick Works
  Learn how a former industrial site became a hub for sustainability and community at Evergreen Brick Works. Expect stories of bricks, raves, and civic activism. Sat May 3, 1pm.
  More info
• 🌿 Save Ontario’s Science Centre Nature Ramble
  Celebrate the green spaces surrounding the Science Centre while discussing lost rivers, Indigenous trails, and the site’s uncertain future. Sat May 3, 2pm.
  More info
• 🎨 Public Art Walk on Danforth
  Discover murals, installations, and other public art gems along Danforth Avenue on this casual Sunday stroll. Sun May 4, 2pm.
  More info
• 🏙️ Yonge & Eglinton is for People
  Ever wondered how zoning and city planning decisions shape your neighbourhood? This walk breaks it down as you tour the bustling midtown hub. Sat May 3, 1pm.
  More info
• 🍃 Ravine Reveries: Footprints of Nature Through the East End
  A guided journey through ravines and hidden waterways from Greenwood Station to the Beaches, blending ecology, urban history, and reflection. Sun May 4, 9:30am.
  More info

And there’s more—from historical tours of Riverdale and Summerhill, to a butterfly corridor walk in Corktown, to stories of Little Jamaica’s resilience and renewal.

📅 For the full list of walks, visit janeswalkfestivalto.com/walks.

Jane’s Walks are always free, volunteer-led, and open to all. They’re not guided lectures, but opportunities to walk, listen, ask questions, and share your own perspectives. Whether you’re a history buff, art lover, or just curious about the neighbourhoods around you, there’s a walk waiting for you.

St. Cuthbert’s, Leaside is once again opening its doors — and lawn — for its annual Spring Fair on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Shoppers can browse a wide range of goods including crafts, kitchenware, vintage finds, books, baking and more. There’ll also be games, face painting, and BBQ fare on the green.

Proceeds support the church and its outreach programs.

St. Cuthbert’s Leaside Anglican Church
1399 Bayview Avenue
(Corner of Bayview & St. Cuthbert’s Road)
More info: stcuthbertsleaside.com

Mark Your Calendars!

Looking to responsibly declutter and reduce waste? The City of Toronto’s Community Environment Days offer convenient local drop-off events to recycle household items, electronics, and hazardous waste — plus free compost while supplies last!

Here are some upcoming dates in and around the South Bayview area:

• 📍 York Mills Collegiate Institute
  📅 Saturday, April 26, 2025
  🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Event info

• 📍 Bermondsey Drop-Off Depot
  📅 Sunday, May 18, 2025
  🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Event info
  Note: Vehicle required for drop-off.

• 📍 Dieppe Park
  📅 Saturday, May 24, 2025
  🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Event info

• 📍 North Toronto Memorial Arena
  📅 Tuesday, June 10, 2025
  🕓 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. | Event info

• 📍 Sunny View Jr. & Sr. Public School
  📅 Saturday, September 27, 2025
  🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Event info

• 📍 Evergreen Brick Works
  📅 Sunday, September 28, 2025
  🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Event info

Residents are encouraged to bring old electronics, unused household goods, and hazardous waste for proper disposal. Compost and kitchen green bin containers will also be available — while supplies last.

🔗 Full city-wide schedule and more info