A TASTE OF OUR TOP 5 SUMMER FOOD FESTIVALS

Multicultural, vibrant, refreshing and most importantly, delicious. Canada is known as a mosaic of many different cultures and of course foods! It’s the best way to connecting communities and families together. What better way to fully immerse and experience that than to check out the many hot food festivals running throughout the summer! Read about the ones that made Conservatory’s top list of summer festivals near their many communities below!

Finger-licking, mouthwatering, and did we mention free entry? We all love a good BBQ and Milton definitely delivers with live music, cooking lessons, games, face painting and more. Their Craft Beer Market features the top brewers from across Ontario with over 35 different beers on tap. Take full advantage if you’re in the Milton area!

Located: 136 Robert Street

Date: July 19th

We couldn’t forget to include one of Canada’s largest festivals to the list. Coming back for their 26th anniversary this year, visitors have the opportunity to be ‘Greek for the Day” in addition to celebrating Canada’s multiculturalism. Many local restauranteurs will be offering tasting menus for $6 so that attendees can enjoy even more multiethnic cuisine as well.

Located: Danforth Avenue Toronto

Date: August 9th -11th

Canada’s ultimate vegan festival! If you’re a vegan, or just trying to incorporate more plant-based foods in your diet then this festival is for you. Taste test an overwhelming scope of 100% plant-based foods from burgers, ice cream, donuts, dumplings, and so much more. The best of what vegan cuisine has to offer are all here.

Located: David Pecaut Square

Date: August 11th -12th

Calling all sweet tooths! You’ll definitely want to check out Canada’s largest sweet festival with the collaboration of local Toronto chefs and artists. Bring out your competitive side and join the Taste Bud Challenge and other interactive tasty games for a small donation contribution towards the Second Harvest charity. This is the festival if you’re into innovative sweet creations.

Located: Markham Road & Turbina Ave, Scarborough

Date: August 24th-25th

Come out to the largest street Tamil festival outside of India. Saviour delicious spicy dishes from over 20 vendors! Take in the live music, costumes, and dancing celebrating the rich and dynamic Tamil community. If you and the family want to experience a different culture and delicious food, this festival is definitely worth checking out.

Located: Markham Road & Turbina Ave, Scarborough

Date: August 24th-25th