You are invited to join us in St. James Park on Saturday, December 14th at 2 pm to enjoy carols and the St John’s York Mills Handbell Ringers. Join us around the fire for hot beverages and treats. See you there! Rain date: Sunday, Dec 15th at 2 pm. Hosted by Friends of St. James...

Interested in design? Well then be sure to check out the DesignTO Festival. Here in Old Town Toronto’s King East Design District, we have a curated collection of local businesses playing host to some wonderful installations. Scroll on to learn more about each exhibit/installation/workshop. View our Google Map of locations by clicking here. Join our...

CLICK HERE TO RSVP Celebrate design, creativity, and community with DesignTO in Toronto’s vibrant King East Design District (KEDD)! The KEDD Party returns as a roaming neighbourhood celebration, with six dynamic Party Hubs offering unique experiences at every stop. Whether you hop between hubs or settle in at your favourite, this can’t-miss night brings together...

Join us on Friday, May 30th at 5pm for two FREE performances with JazzInToronto! 5PM: Trombone Charlotte 7PM: Lady Son For more info visit: jazzintoronto.ca This event is organized by St. Lawrence Market.

Forró and samba return to St. Lawrence Market on June 1! The pedestrianization of Market Street is underway and we're looking forward to another summer of family-friendly outdoor events! This weekend, we're kicking off the season with live music by Carlos Cardozo! Join us Sunday for an afternoon of Brazilian dance and rhythms! This event...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Mo Guzman to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Mo Guzman is a self-taught, full-time musician and emcee who regularly plays...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Mo Guzman to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Mo Guzman is a self-taught, full-time musician and emcee who regularly plays...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Karla Garcīa to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Karla is a versatile musician from Castro, Chiloé Island (Chile),with an extensive...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Sophia Fracassi to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Sophia Fracassi doesn’t shy away from her emotions. This was clear...

Join us at the Michael Comstock Pavilion in St. James Park for a free concert. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Quincy Bullen, a versatile artist rooted in classical and jazz, reshapes R&B, jazz, funk and soul with a unique flair. Rising star...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes James Griffith Duo to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: James Griffith is a international-award winning Toronto-based jazz saxophonist, bandleader and...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Flo Olavarria to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Flo Olavarria is a Toronto based pop-rock artist, songwriter, and producer who...

Join us at the Michael Comstock Pavilion in St. James Park for a free concert. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: ABBYGABBY is a sister duo who blend catchy melodies, soulful harmonies, and playful energy to create music that’s both heartfelt and fun. Rooted...

Opera Atelier returns to Market Street with a variety of family friendly classical performances! Join us each month from June through September for free lunchtime concerts! Performances will take place between 11AM, 12PM, and 1PM. Find us at the base of Market Street at The Esplanade! This event is presented by St. Lawrence Market.

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Seyblu to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Living-room soul vibes emanate from Seyblu as she sweeps you away with a...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Samantha Mora to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Samantha Mora is a Mexican artist blending jazz, Mexican folk, and...

Join us at the Michael Comstock Pavilion in St. James Park for a free concert. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Rice & Mango, Toronto’s award-winning Latin band with 15 years of captivating audiences across the GTA, it’s a 7-piece ensemble—recognized as Canada’s Tropical...

Walk through the history of Toronto as we explore the hidden gems of the St. Lawrence Neighbourhood, once the old Town of York. Learn how remnants from the early city connect to today’s bustling metropolis. CLICK HERE FOR TICKET INFO. Organized by Heritage Toronto, and brought to you in part by Old Town Toronto BIA,...

Click here for tickets. Join Toronto Dog Moms for a walk through one of Toronto’s most historic neighbourhoods, where stunning architecture, local culture, and live performances create an unforgettable afternoon with your dog. About this event: Toronto Dog Moms & Old Town Toronto BIA invite you and your dog to experience the timeless charm of...

Market Street Pride is back! Get ready to celebrate Pride at St. Lawrence Market and join us for a day filled with music, food, workshops and live demos, local queer vendors, and so much more! Catch amazing performances on the Great Lakes Brewery Stage featuring the iconic Tynomi Banks, plus youth workshops and demos with Freedom...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Gisun to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Gisun 지선 is a multicultural Canadian artist. Having graduated from Berklee Valencia, her...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Charmie to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist bio: Discover one of Toronto's musical gems through the passionate singer/songwriter Charmie. Born in...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Andrew Collins Trio to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Showcasing a dizzying number of styles and instruments on stage,...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Market Street Strings to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: We are a collective of musicians from two community orchestras: Corktown Chamber Orchestra and Counterpoint...

Join us at the Michael Comstock Pavilion in St. James Park for a free concert. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: SEXTÊTE is a retro-inspired Motown band and girlpower group. Based in Toronto, Canada, we are a queer/WOC-led band bringing you back to...

Friday June 27, July 11th and July 18th - Join us for 3 nights of free salsa lessons and dancing from 6 pm – 8 pm. Sunday, August 10th - Old Town Toronto and Canadian Salsa Festivals Project present a Latin American cultural celebration on Market Street featuring Salsa dancing and live music from 1 pm...

Join us in Berczy Park for live lunchtime music Wednesdays, July and August. Eat your lunch next to the famous “dog fountain” and enjoy this free concert. (All performances subject to weather. Thanks for understanding.) Artist Bio: Italian Canadian alt-pop artist Alessandro Montelli began his career performing in his hometown, Bari in the south of...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Monet & Christian to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Canadian Folk duo and couple Monet & Christian began only a couple...

I Heart Market Street, Old Town Toronto’s free urban park, welcomes Tak Arikushi to our street stage, located on Market Street, just north of The Esplanade. (All performances are subject to cancellation due to poor weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.) Artist Bio: Tak Arikushi plays Gypsy-jazz music with a Japanese twist: he fuses Japanese melodies both traditional and...

Busker Family Days: Silver Elvis Join us Thursdays between  10am – 3 pm for fun street performances and/or games.  Depending on the day, be prepared to get all shook up watching Silver Elvis, or take a selfie on a giant LEGO throne after showcasing your LEGO creativity.  Or maybe you will challenge your friends to...