On Saturday, 5X moves outdoors for the ultimate celebration of Panjabi music, culture and community.
The 5X Blockparty brings established and emerging artists together on one stage, showcasing the sounds defining Panjabi music today and the next generation pushing it forward.
Experience live performances, food, vendors and the unmistakable energy of thousands of fans gathering in the heart of Mississauga. This is where artists, audiences and community come together to celebrate the culture in one shared space.
Come for the music. Stay for the energy. Experience 5X in Mississauga.

1352 Lakeshore Rd E

5X Blockparty Mississauga

Free RSVP

5X Fest

6296 Cedar Park Road

General Admission - August 2026

Adult (12+)

Children (3 - 12 yrs)

Senior (65+)

Cedar Park Resort

The 173rd Annual Barrie Fair!🐮🐴🐔
The Barrie Fair offers family fun that includes a variety of agricultural-based activities, such as a Jersey Calf Rally and Holstein Cow Show, as well as the always popular truck and tractor pulls.  The Midway and Demolition Derby are sure to delight young and old!
If you can not attend on your selected day, you may use the same ticket for a different day.  However, tickets may only be used once. 

Essa Agriplex

BARRIE FAIR TICKETS 🎪

Family 1-Day Pass Thursday

The iconic 5X Art Party comes to Mississauga for a one-night-only celebration of art, music, identity and creative expression.
Presented as the final stop of globally renowned Panjabi artist Inkquisitive’s 15-Year World Tour, the evening celebrates 15 years of his groundbreaking creative impact.
Also known as Amandeep Singh, Inkquisitive is recognized for his bold colours, signature ink splatters and layered compositions. Blending visual storytelling with cultural commentary, his work explores identity, diaspora and self-expression through pieces that feel deeply personal while resonating across generations and communities.
The evening will also spotlight the next generation of emerging South Asian visual and media artists. Selected creators working across painting, photography, fashion, illustration, installation, multimedia, digital art, film and more will present work exploring identity, belonging, presence and cultural ownership.
Move through the exhibition, meet the featured artists and experience an immersive program featuring original artwork, live music, an artist presentation by Inkquisitive and a live auction of Inkquisitive originals.
More than an exhibition, the 5X Art Party is a space for artists and audiences to connect, exchange ideas and experience South Asian creativity presented boldly and on its own terms.
 
Space is limited. Secure your spot early.

5X Art Party & Inkqu15itive 15 Year World Tour

General Admission

CALLING ALL CLUB 234 PARTYGOERS!Join us for a 234 Reunion Night Retro Dance PartyWe’ve got Original DJ SCOTT BIRKETT playing the tunesWe’re going to relive a classic Club 234 Thursday Night Dance Party right here at The Rope Factory Event Hall.  The drinks will be cold and the dance floor will be packed!If you still fit in your Thursday night club clothes – put ‘em on!  If you’re rocking some new threads these days, that’s OK too.TICKETS ARE ONLY $15 TAX & FEES INCLUDED!THIS EVENT IS 19+ ONLY.

The Rope Factory Event Hall

Club 234 Reunion Night Retro Dance Party

The Taboo Show - Adult lifestyle and Wellness expo provides an upscale adult Expo dedicated to enhancing lifestyles, encouraging romance, personal betterment and all things Taboo. Enjoy entertainment, Educational seminars, unique shopping, fashion shows, Art, Body Art, Roaming performers, Tattoos and more!
HOURS:
·        Friday …5pm – Midnight
·        Saturday …1pm – 11pm 
·        Sunday …Noon – 5pm
 
This is a licensed event. No one under the age of 19 will be permitted. 
General Admission Tickets are valid for the Friday, Saturday or Sunday (single day) with re-entry on that day.
 

The International Centre

Toronto Taboo Show - Adult Lifestyle & Wellness Expo 2026

VIP ULTRA Pass

Friday/Saturday Early Bird Individual Pass - *Limited time*

Friday/Saturday Single Day - Individual Pass

Friday/Saturday Single Day - Couple's Pass

Friday/Saturday Individual Weekend Pass

Friday/Saturday Couple's Weekend Pass

Sunday Only GA pass

Taboo Productions Inc.

HarmoniaFest 2026
HarmoniaFest returns for its 7th year on Sunday, August 23rd at Market Brewing Company in Newmarket, Ontario — bringing together an incredible lineup of female and non-binary artists for an afternoon of live music, craft beer, food, and community. 🎶💜
Now in its 7th year, HarmoniaFest has become one of Ontario’s most celebrated independent festivals dedicated to showcasing women in music, creating a space where artists and music lovers can come together to celebrate talent, connection, and empowerment.
Created by Nix Ironstone (formerly Nicole Rayy) and produced alongside Maddie Corinne, HarmoniaFest continues its mission to uplift and spotlight the incredible voices shaping today’s music scene.
 
🎤 2026 Lineup
✨ Elyse Saunders ✨ Harley Olivia Band ✨ Nix Ironstone ✨ Jessica Sole ✨ Siobhan Bodrug ✨ Sydney Mae ✨ Maddie Corinne ✨ Alycia Hebert
 
📍 Event Details
Market Brewing Company 17775 Leslie St Unit 9 Newmarket, ON L3Y 3E3
🗓 Sunday, August 23, 2026 ⏰ 12:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Market Brewing is Newmarket’s neighbourhood craft brewery serving delicious craft beer, cider, wine, and sparkling water options.
 
🍔 What to Expect
Along with amazing live music, you can also enjoy:
🍺 Delicious craft drinks from Market Brewing 🍔 Food available from Smash N Grab Burger Co. & Mister Softee 🛍 Female empowerment merch courtesy of Cosmic Jackalope Co.
 
🎟 Grab your tickets now and come celebrate an unforgettable day of live music while supporting women in music!
Follow us: @harmonialivemusic

Market Brewing Company

HarmoniaFest 2026

HarmoniaFest (Early Bird Tickets)

HarmoniaFest (General Admission)

Harmonia Live

Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn & Convention Centre

THE WEDDING SINGER

Single Ticket - The Wedding Singer

Table of 8 - The Wedding Singer - Reserved

Oliver Talent Events

2nd Annual Wasaga Beach Mayor’s Charity RAM Rodeo
October 3–4, 2026  |  Klondike Sports Park 
Get ready for two action-packed days of professional rodeo, live entertainment and fall festival fun at the 2nd Annual Wasaga Beach Mayor’s Charity RAM Rodeo and Hootenanny Fall Festival.
Cheer on the cowboys and cowgirls of the RAM Rodeo Tour, enjoy food, vendors and family-friendly fun, and get the kids in on the action with the Canadian Cowgirls Kids Rodeo—included with admission.
Then, when the rodeo ends Saturday night, the dancing begins at the Mayor’s Charity Two-Step Social under the stars.
It’s a weekend packed with energy, community spirit and unforgettable moments—all while raising funds for local charities.
 
SATURDAY OCTOBER 3, 2026
1:30 PM – Gates open Vendors, food and Alberta Premium Saloon open
2:30 PM – Kids Rodeo with the Canadian Cowgirls Audience participation—all are welcome. Included with admission.
4:00 PM – RAM Rodeo Performance
7:00 PM – Rodeo grounds close
7:30 PM – Two-Step Social doors open
 
SUNDAY OCTOBER 4, 2026
10:30 AM – Gates open Vendors, food and Coors Saloon open
11:30 AM – Kids Rodeo with the Canadian Cowgirls Audience participation—all are welcome. Included with admission.
1:00 PM – RAM Rodeo Performance
5:00 PM – Grounds close
 
The Mayor's 2 Step Social: Dinner & Dance
Saturday, October 3  |  Doors open at 7:30 PM  |  19+ 
When the rodeo ends, the dancing begins.
Grab your friends and head to the Two-Step Social under the stars for a high-energy night of country music, line dancing, two-stepping, great food and cold drinks.
A DJ will get the dance floor moving with today’s top country hits, fan favourites and the hottest country mashups before live music takes over. Whether you know every step or are learning as you go, this is one social you won’t want to miss.
Need a break from the dance floor? Grab a cold drink from the licensed bar and something hot and delicious from the food trucks serving throughout the night.
Your Two-Step Social ticket includes admission to:
⭐ Live band entertainment⭐ DJ playing top country hits, fan favourites and country mashups⭐ Line dancing lessons and an open dance floor⭐ Licensed bar area⭐ Food trucks serving throughout the evening⭐ A high-energy night under the stars supporting local charities
 
Food and beverages are available for purchase.
Pull on your boots, grab your friends and get ready to dance the night away—all while supporting a great cause.

Klondike Park (Sports Park)

Wasaga Beach Mayor's Charity RAM Rodeo 2026

2 Day Child (under 5)

2 day Youth (6-17)

2 day Adult (18+)

1 day child (under 5)

1 Day Child (6-17)

1 Day Adult (18+)

Mayor Charity 2 Step Social (19+)

Town of Wasaga Beach

General Admission - September 2026

Connect with fellow planners, journal enthusiasts and those who enjoy all things stationery. Rekindle friendships and make new ones and discover fresh inspiration to keep organisation and creativity thriving all year long.  Let's meet.play.plan.
Save the date:  Sep 18, 2026 (evening workshops)  Sep 19, 2026 (all day conference, community and shopping)
 
More info to come:
Ticket Sales will be live Weds June 5, 2026 at NOON
Sponsors:
Platinum Sponsor and 2026 Official Stationery Store BLESKET CANADA   www.blesket.com
Silver Sponsor WINTERFIELD STUDIOS   www.winterfieldstudios.com
Silver Sponsor THE STICKER PARTY    www.thestickerparty.com
Silver Sponsor ARCHERANDOLIVE     www.archerandolive.com
Silver Sponsor HUBMAN&CHUBGIRL   www.hubmanchubgirl.store/
Silver Sponsor ONCEMOREWITHLOVE www.oncemorewithlove.com/
Workshop Sponsor SCOUT BOOKS    www.scoutbooks.com
Workshop Sponsor PENTEL CANADA    www.pentel.ca
 
Feature Vendors:
HUBMAN&CHUBGIRL   www.hubmanchubgirl.store/
ONCEMOREWITHLOVE www.oncemorewithlove.com/
 
Vendors:
The Sticker Party  PlanItWithStickers  Fox and Fable StudioMaylay Co.Do Good Paper Co.BananaHandSketchMooseLayer's & Flair Creative BoutiqueSmallPaperStarzPlease Notes GoodsEGGUINOPLUM SOUL STUDIOBLESKET CanadaSpunkSparkleShopPlanneretCompagnieLabijournalingCozyNHungryMaple & Matsu
 
 
Saturday Sep 19, 2026    8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Blesket presents Amber Higgins for a FOUNTAIN PENS & INK session  www.Blesket.com
Cheryl Sutherland from PleaseNotes presents 'GRATITUDE & YOU"  www.pleasenotes.com
Get To Know Your Shop Owner from THE STICKER PARTY Erica Falco   www.thestickerparty.com
Get To Know Your Shop Owner from WINTERFIELD STUDIOS Lana Winterfield   www.winterfieldstudios.com
Margaret Ying brings us her DOODLING FOR BEGINNERS workshop sponsored by ONCE MORE WITH LOVE & PILOTPENCANADA  www.oncemorewithlove.com  www.crestar.ca
 
Friday Sep 18, 2026   6:30 pm - 10:00 pm        CURRENTLY SOLD OUT  WAITLIST IS AVAILABLE
Bernadette Jones from Plum Soul Studio presents LEGACY JOURNALING   www.plumsoul.com
Erica Pinto from EP_Lettering presents BRUSH CALLIGRAPHY BASICS   www.eplettering.ca               SPONSORED BY: PENTEL CANADA www.pentel.ca
Manni Khaper Watercolour Artist presents WATERCOLOR BASICS FOR YOUR JOURNALS, PLANNERS & FOR FUN  www.instagram.com/mannikhaper  SPONSORED BY: PENTEL CANADA www.pentel.ca
Lorie Dean Roberts from  LorieDeanPlans presents a JUNK JOURNAL PROJECT for you to create  www.instagram.com/loriedeanplans

Sandman Signature Mississauga Hotel

2026 Canada PLANNERCON.eh!

Saturday Sep 19, 2026 only

Combo Fri Sep 18 & Sat Sep 19

Tracey Combo Upgrade

Ma-Anne Combo Upgrade

Stacey Combo Upgrade

Naomi Combo Upgrade

Danielle Combo Upgrade

Saturday Sep 19, 2026 only 2nd release

Katie Donna Combo Upgrade

2026 Show Pin presale

Canada Plannercon.eh!

22nd Northern Sprint Car Nationals – Saturday Night
at Ohsweken Speedway
Don’t miss the 22nd running of the Northern Sprint Car Nationals on Saturday night at Ohsweken Speedway. Some of the best sprint car drivers from across Canada and the United States will battle for victory on Canada’s premier dirt oval.
Feature Event: NITRO 54, SIT ‘N’ BULL TIRES & ARROW EXPRESS present the 22nd Northern Sprint Car Nationals
Divisions: 360 Sprint Cars • Crate Sprints (CS)
Ticket Prices: Adults – $40 Seniors – $35 Youth – $30 Kids – $15
Experience the speed, excitement, and intensity of one of Canada’s biggest sprint car racing events. 🏁🔥
 


Ohsweken Speedway

22nd Running of the  NORTHERN SPRINT CAR NATIONALS SATURDAY RACE TICKETS

Adult (18-65)

Youth (13-17)

Kids (12 & Under)

Girls Night Out The Show®—Wild Nights 2026 Tour—is taking over the stage live at the The Venue Peterborough on October 1st 2026
 
This high-energy, all-male dance revue will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish with heart-pumping music, chiseled bodies, seductive routines, cheeky humor, and boy-next-door charm.
 
This isn’t the kind of show where you just sit and watch! Girls Night Out The Show® is a fully interactive, immersive experience thundering with excitement. Get ready to get a little wild in an empowering, fun-filled atmosphere and embark on an unforgettable night with your friends.
 
Tickets sell fast—don’t wait! Get yours today!19+ ShowVIP INCLUDES EARLY ENTRY AND PREMIUM SEATING

The Venue Peterborough

Girls Night Out The Show

VIP Ticket (Early Entry + Premium Seating)

🎸 PRESALE STARTS JUNE 10! 🎸
Don't miss Gord Bamford live at The Venue – Peterborough on October 10, 2026 as part of the As Long As There's A Bar Tour!
⭐ Special Guests: • Dallas Alexander • Hunter James
🎟 Public On Sale: June 12
Get your tickets at venueptbo.caDoors 7pm 19+ Event Bottle Service Areas Are Available For Groups 5 -10 People email events@venueptbo.ca for more information. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8STNtIAy2E
#GordBamford #AsLongAsTheresABarTour #PeterboroughEvents #CountryMusic #LiveMusic #TheVenuePTBO #DallasAlexander #HunterJames #OntarioConcerts

GORD BAMFORD AS LONG AS THERE'S A BAR TOUR

General

VIP Meet & Greet Add-ON

The 173rd Binbrook Fall Fair - September 18-20, 2026 - www.BinbrookFair.org
Open: Friday September 18, 5pm - 11pm, Saturday September 19, 10am - 11 pm, Sunday September 20 10am - 5 pm
NOTE: Friday and Saturday Gates close at 9pm for entry.

This Ticket is valid for admission on one day only of the fair.
Kids under 12 are free and do not require a ticket.
The tickets are a one-time-use only, and must be presented at the gate in a visible format for scanning. (printed is best)
Limited parking is available and free on the grounds, but if you live locally, walking to the grounds is encouraged!
Day Passes include admission to the Fair and all featured grandstand events scheduled for the day: Friday: Demolition Derby. Saturday: Dodge RAM Rodeo & Demolition Derby. Sunday: Dodge RAM Rodeo.

Please pay attention to our grounds capacity and control protocols, listed very clearly in the Terms & Conditions that must be agreed to on behalf of your party, prior to purchase. If you or anyone in your party disagree, please proceed no further.Note: Those in violation of the agreed terms, may be asked to leave, without refund.

Pedestrians may Enter at: 2600 RR# 56, next to Memorial Hall - or through our entrance at 3120 Binbrook Road (Davis Gate).
Autos must enter through 3120 Binbrook Road (Davis Gate).
Please have passes ready to scan, and exact change for any additional tickets (if available) is appreciated.
No outside alcohol or recreational drugs are permitted, and will not be tolerated.
No dogs on the grounds please, leave them at home (identified service dogs exempted).


Parking Entrance

DAY PASS - Binbrook Fair & Dodge RAM Rodeo 2026

Day Pass - General Admission - Early Bird

Day Pass - General Admission

Binbrook Agricultural Society

 
 
A new season of RV travel starts here — with unbeatable deals and fresh inspiration.
Showcasing the largest selection of RVs and the best pricing you’ll find this fall, the Toronto Fall RV Show & Sale is your go-to destination for everything from luxury Class A motorhomes to fifth wheels, travel trailers, and more.
Explore a wide range of lifestyle products and travel essentials
Whether you’re gearing up for hiking, paddling, biking, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the open road, this is the place to find what you need. Discover unique items that complement your RV lifestyle, including clever kitchen gadgets, outdoor gear, stylish leisurewear, and creative food ideas, all in one convenient location. 
Your chance to connect, learn, and save
Meet Ontario’s leading RV dealers, explore expert-led sessions on RV ownership and travel, and enter exclusive contests and giveaways. No matter your family size, travel style, or budget, this event is designed to help you hit the road with confidence, and incredible savings.

Win a Chilly Moose Prize Pack at the Toronto Fall RV Show & Sale!
Our popular giveaway is back for the Toronto Fall RV Show & Sale! When you purchase your show tickets online, you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win a Chilly Moose Prize Pack — featuring a cooler perfect for all your outdoor adventures and two tumblers, courtesy of our partners at Orbit Insurance Services.
How to Enter:
Purchase your tickets online any time between now and October 15th, 2026. 
Purchase online by: October 15th, 2026. 
Winner announced: October 16th, 2026. 
Prize pick-up: At the Show, between Oct 16-18
Skip the line, buy online, and you could start the show with a win!
Disclaimer: By purchasing tickets online, you agree to be entered into the Chilly Moose Prize Pack contest. Your name and email will be shared with the Ontario RV Dealers Association (ORVDA) and Orbit Insurance Services to communicate information about their offerings and prize notification. 
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Toronto Congress Centre

Toronto Fall RV Show & Sale

Single

Couples

Senior Single (65+)

Senior Couples (65+)

Kids (under 16 years)

Ontario Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association

Sink or Swim — Singing Through the Noise
This spring, Séan McCann — The Shantyman — returns with a new set of original songs, alongside the trusted favourites audiences know and love, for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the moment we’re living in.
Between constant noise, relentless headlines, and the pressure to keep moving without pause, Sink or Swim asks a simple but vital question: how do we stay afloat when the world feels louder, faster and heavier by the day.  Armed with his guitar, and an unwavering commitment to truth, Séan invites audiences into a shared space of reflection, resilience, and release — where singing isn’t optional, it’s essential.
These are songs about the undertow — and what we do to resist it. About finding your breath when everything feels urgent. About choosing presence over panic, connection over isolation, and humanity over noise.
Come as you are. Leave a little lighter. The choice is yours: Sink or Swim.
 
**Online ticket sales end at noon day of show**
**Tickets available at the door.  Cash only**

Hope Springs United

Séan McCann-S.O.S. Live in Elora

Séan McCann Music

😂🎤 MIKE RITA LIVE AT THE ROPE FACTORY! 🎤😂
Get ready for a huge night of stand-up comedy as Mike Rita hits the stage at The Rope Factory!
Known for his sharp storytelling, hilarious observations and high-energy style, Mike has become one of Canada’s standout comedy acts — and now he’s coming back to Brantford for ONE NIGHT ONLY!
📅 Friday, October 23🚪 Doors: 7:00 PM🎤 Show: 8:00 PM📍 The Rope Factory Event Hall
Mike Rita is an award-winning comedian from Toronto, known for his relatable storytelling and sharp humour. Drawing inspiration from his Portuguese heritage, Mike's comedy explores themes of family dynamics, cultural identity, and everyday life experiences solidifying his status as a 'must-see' performer.
Mike has made numerous appearances at the prestigious Just For Laughs festival and notably became the first comic to host a 420 show at the festival. In 2024, he was honoured by the president of Portugal as one of the 70 most significant Portuguese Canadians of the past 70 years, highlighting his impact and influence.
His albums, 'Pot Comic' and 'Child of the 90s,' have earned him the title "Voice of a Generation" for their humorous and timeless perspectives on life. Additionally, his comedy specials 'Live in Toronto' and 'Reets' are celebrated by many as one of the best to have come out of Canada in recent years, showcasing his unique ability to blend humour with heartfelt storytelling.
 
 

Mike Rita - LIVE at The Rope Factory

5th Annual Northern Sprint Car Nationals – Friday Night
at Ohsweken Speedway
Join us for Friday Night of the 5th Annual Northern Sprint Car Nationals at Ohsweken Speedway, featuring an exciting night of dirt track racing as drivers battle wheel-to-wheel on Canada’s premier dirt oval.
Special Feature: FLAMBORO MACHINE SHOP & CONNELL’S CONSTRUCTION present the 5th Annual Northern Sprint Car Nationals
Divisions: 360 Sprint Cars • Crate Sprints (CS) • Thunder Stocks (TS) • Mini Stocks (MS)
Ticket Prices: Adults & Seniors – $30 Children – $20
Don’t miss an exciting Friday night of racing at Ohsweken Speedway. 🏁🔥
 

5th Running of the NORTHERN CRATE NATIONALS FRIDAY RACE TICKETS

Boots, Beats & Beerhall Line Dancing!
Grab your boots and dust off your hat—it’s time to two-step, do-si-do, and kick up some serious fun at the Beerhall with your host and line-dancing pro, Urban Cowboy!
Whether you’re a seasoned boot-scooter or just looking to step into the rhythm, you’ll have a rootin’-tootin’ good time learning new moves, grooving to your favourite hoedown hits, and enjoying a cold one or two along the way.
Don’t miss out on: 
→ Line dancing to toe-tapping, boot-stomping hits. 👢
→ Beerhall vibes and refreshingly cold drinks flowing all night 🍻 (... and yes, that includes our non-alcoholic beverages, too.🍹)
→ Fun, laughter, and plenty of chances to show off your Boot-Scootin' boogie! 🤠
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Event Details:


Doors open at 6 PM, dancing from 7 PM - 10 PM


Tickets $10 + taxes & fees 


 
🤠 This is an All-Ages event and the perfect summer activity for aspiring line dancers of any age! 🤠

Collective Arts Brewing

All Ages Line Dancing: Every Monday Night @ The Beerhall

August 29, 2026 // 10PM // $25 Advance, $30 Doorall prices + fees
 
ON THEIR BACKS: LEATHERDYKE CRUISING PARTY & FUNDRAISER (WE KNOW YOU’VE BEEN SO HORNY FOR IT)STRAP SUCKING CONTEST HOSTED BY GRIND’HER (MTL)MUSIC BY MARNIGURL & ROSE HIPSPERFORMANCE BY GUSHYBOOTBLACKING BY TANGLED KITTENARTISTIC DECORATIONS BY ANT & FRANCISLIGHTING BY DARRENTHIS IS A CRUISING SPACE FOR LEATHER DYKES AND THEIR FRIENDS, ALL ARE WELCOMEPROFITS DONATED TO @MAGGIESTORONTO & @THE_NOIREZINE
 
General space guidelines:This is a sexy dance party with a designated play space, use your discretionCABARET is for dancing, MEZZANINE is for chilling, ANTECHAMBER is dungeon space to play, IN + OUTSIDE for cruisingConsent is mandatory, no means no and enthusiastic yes is required If you’re being creepy, you’ll be asked to leaveFetish dress code in effect including leather, latex, lace, fishnets, PVC, etc. (DRESS TO IMPRESS / NO EFFORT, NO ENTRY)No racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, whorephobia, etcStrictly no photos or videos in the spaceNo genital nudity
Access info:Buddies is a wheel chair accessible venue including ramp entrance, lift elevator and accessible bathroomNon-alcoholic drink options availableHarm reduction supplies and support by @pieces.to.pathwaysVideo projection during performances courtesy of @katzoumIf you have any access needs, please contact us ahead and we will do our best to accommodate
Strap sucking contest: BYO strapSign up alone, as a duo, or as a groupNO pre-registrationSign up at door starting at 10 PM and ending at 12 AM, contest at 1230 AMGrand prize: a 2001 copy of “On Our Backs”
Dungeon guidelines:Space is for playing, not casually socializingArea will have 2 dungeon monitorsDetailed guidelines must be reviewed and agreed upon before entering spaceNo genital nudity, no p & v penetrationNo play that involves blood, number 1 & number 2, bodily fluidsNo CNCIf there’s a more in depth scene you’d like to perform, please get in touch ahead of time and we will do our best to accommodate
THANK YOUS:HUGE THANK YOU to GRIND’HER in Montreal for inspiring this party and BRUISE organizers @daemonumx + @fantasticat in NYC for showing us how it’s doneThank you to Misha and Sandra for modelling Thank you to Stacey for designing the posterIn love & service,Natural Born Leather: Dusty, Faith, Forrest & Max
 
 
IS BUDDIES A BAR, A THEATRE, OR WHAT?It’s both. Buddies in Bad Times is a professional theatre company dedicated to the production and development of queer plays. And we’ve been around since 1979 as the largest and longest-running queer theatre in the world. On our weekends, we host late night events to raise money for our theatre and community programming.
Check out our events calendar for more info, or follow Buddies Nightlife on Instagram.

Tallulah's Cabaret

On Their Backs: Leatherdyke Cruising Party & Fundraiser

Buddies in Bad Times Theatre

**Please bring your own transparent reusable water bottle of at least 350ml to participate in the workshop.
**請自行攜帶一個 350毫升（ml）以上 的透明環保杯以參與工作坊
Taiwanese Hakka chef Ted Liao presents a series of immersive workshops exploring the relationship between food, land, sound, and cultural memory. Inspired by this year’s curatorial theme, “Islands in the Wind,” the experience examines how flavour can carry stories of migration, colonial history, terroir, and evolving cultural identity through the lens of Taiwanese Hakka cuisine and island botanicals.
Using Canadian ingredients such as maple syrup, seasonal fruits, and spices alongside Taiwanese elements including Grass Jelly Herb, Shiso, Lei Cha, and Shell Ginger, participants will create handcrafted cola beverages inspired by the flavours of Taiwan. Through aroma, sound, storytelling, and sensory interaction, the workshops trace the connections between colonial sugar culture, modern soda drinks, and the landscapes that shape our tastes and memories.
More than a cooking class, “Collective Island” is a shared exploration of memory, place, and the future of food. Drawing from Ted’s ongoing work in sustainable cuisine, Hakka culture, and plant-based gastronomy, the workshops invite participants to experience Taiwan through flavour, conversation, and collective discovery.
來自台灣的客籍主廚 Ted 廖永勛，將帶來一系列結合食物、土地、聲音與文化記憶的沉浸式工作坊。以本屆策展主題「風中的島嶼」為核心，透過台灣客家風味、島嶼植物、與五感體驗，重新思考飲食如何承載遷徙、殖民、風土與未來文化。
工作坊將以加拿大在地食材如楓糖、水果與香料，結合台灣仙草、紫蘇、擂茶、月桃等元素，帶領參與者親手製作具有「台灣島嶼風味」的手作可樂,同時透過氣味、聲音、飲食敘事與互動體驗，探討從殖民糖文化、現代氣泡飲，到土地風味之間的關係。
這不只是一場料理課，而是一場關於土地記憶與未來飲食的文化實驗。Ted 將以其長期關注的永續飲食、客家文化與植物性料理視角，把台灣飲食轉化為可被國際理解的感官語言，讓參與者在風味之中，重新認識台灣這座島嶼。
This program is part of TAIWANfest
 
About the Artist
Ted Liao is a Taiwanese Hakka Chef, television host, and sustainable food innovator, best known as the co-founder and Chef of Monsoon, a Michelin-selected restaurant in Taiwan known for its contemporary plant-based Neo-Hakkanese cuisine.
Born into a Hakka family, Ted’s work explores the relationship between land, memory, migration, and flavour. Rather than replicating tradition, he reimagines Hakka food culture through a contemporary lens. He uses fermentation, wild mountain botanicals, local agriculture, and storytelling to create immersive dining experiences rooted in Taiwan’s cultural landscape.
With a background in food science and brewing technology, Ted has developed a distinctive culinary language that combines sustainability, terroir, and cultural identity. Under his direction, Monsoon was selected in the Michelin Guide Taiwan for 3 years and received the Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2023 for its ingredient-driven philosophy and sustainability-focused approach.
Beyond the restaurant, Ted’s practice extends into interdisciplinary collaborations spanning art residencies, educational initiatives, cultural exchange projects, and television. His award-winning show on Hakka TV, “A Meal & A Meet,” received the Best Lifestyle Program award at the Asian Television Awards.
For Ted, cooking is never only about flavour, but a form of cultural storytelling that connects people, land, and the future.
來自台灣的客籍主廚、主持人與永續飲食實踐者，也是 Monsoon 季風餐廳共同創辦人。出生於客家背景的他，並未選擇複製傳統，而是踏上一段重新理解土地、記憶與味道的旅程。
從食品科技與釀造技術出身，到成為米其林主廚，Ted 近年選擇以植物性料理作為語言，重新詮釋客家飲食文化。擅長將發酵、風土、山林植物與地方故事轉化為當代餐桌體驗，提出「世界的客家」概念，讓地方飲食不再只是地方，而能成為與世界對話的文化媒介。
除了食物創作，也跨域於藝術駐村和飲食交流與電視節目製作。其主持的《我把旅行變成一道菜》曾獲得亞洲電視大獎最佳生活風格節目獎，並持續透過食物探索移動、殖民、記憶與身份認同之間的關係。
對 Ted 而言，料理從來不只是味道，而是一種關於土地、人與未來的敘事方式。

Harbourfront Centre - Tent D

Collective Island 共飲之島

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Arts for Canadians Tomorrow Society

Callum O'Neil is a Toronto based Comedian. He makes audiences laugh with his sharply written observational material making the mundane hilarious. He made his television debut in 2024 on the Canadian Screen Award nominated episode of CBC's The Winnipeg Comedy Festival, "Customer Disservice." The following year he was one of 14 comedians selected to perform on Season 6 of CBC's The New Wave of Standup. His episode, "Use Me Like The Filthy Bag I Am" was nominated for Best Comedy Special at the Canadian Screen Awards. He regularly performs across Canada.
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Burdock Music Hall

Callum O'Neil Records A Stand Up Album!

Illarra and Hikaya Band will be performing at Burdock music hall on August 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM for a night filled with Gulf stories and culture. Get ready to immerse yourself in the unique sound Hikaya has created to reimagine the music of the Arabian Peninsula, from Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Bahrain, and more, under the music direction of Peter Henry Holbrook.Singer: IllarraOn piano: Peter Henry HolbrookOn drums: Dhaivat JaniOn double bass: Hiro TanakaOn guitar: Hiro SuzukiOn viola: Brenna McLaneOn percussions: Kareem EltyebAnd guest vocalist: Rima Telmun
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Jazz of Arabia with Illarra and Hikaya Band

Callum O'Neil Records A Stand Up Album! (Late Show)

KRYONEX presents: THE SCHRANZ CONNECTION
MALKE 🇧🇷 - Canada DebutOTAK 🇺🇸 - Toronto DebutLocal Support By A_C_E • DANGAR • NOCIV
📍NØMAD - TorontoFriday, August 28, 202610 PM-4 AM · 19+
Brazil’s Schranz OG MALKE makes his Canadian debut. The USA’s Schranz Gangsta OTAK makes his Toronto debut. Both forces collide at NØMAD for one full night of Schranz.
Toronto’s own A_C_E, DANGAR and NOCIV command the room from the first strike to the final beat.
Two debuts. One connection. 
Secure your place on the dancefloor.

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THE SCHRANZ CONNECTION: Malke & Otak

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KRYONEX HARDLAB INC.

Beyond Chinese is a conversation series with local artists and people of Chinese ancestry that highlights the diverse personal stories, migration backgrounds, and lived experiences within the community.
5:15pm | Panel 1 - Symbolism or Tokenism: Panelists will explore when symbolic gestures empower communities—and when they slip into tokenism—and discuss accountability and ethical representation.
Panelists: Clr. Lily Cheng, Joanne Wong, Melanie Fernandez 
7:15pm | Panel 2 - Confronting Inward and Reverse Racism: Panelists will explore forms of inward and reverse racism within Chinese-speaking communities. Perspectives from first-generation and 1.5+ generation speakers examine whether these issues are cultural, societal, or systemic—and how they can be addressed constructively.
Panelist: Tong Zhou, Aiko Tomi, Jeanette Kong
 
 
About the Panelists
Lily Cheng, City Councillor (Toronto) 
Lily Cheng is a long-time Willowdale resident, City Councillor, and dedicated community builder who has spent more than a decade bringing neighbours together in moments of crisis, healing, and collective action. She founded North York Moms, co-founded We Love Willowdale in the aftermath of the Yonge Street tragedy, co-founded a local food bank with a holistic approach to care, and led the Willowdale COVID Response Network to support vulnerable residents.
At City Hall, Lily serves as the Mayor’s Champion to Eradicate Intimate Partner Violence and Gender-Based Violence. Her top priority is empowering residents to participate in local democracy. She keeps the community engaged through twice-weekly newsletters, regular surveys, accessible events, and her signature Spaghetti Town Halls, creating space for open dialogue and ensuring residents’ voices help shape decisions.
Lily champions thoughtful planning, innovation, and stronger community services, including advancing participatory budgeting across Willowdale and securing a future Willowdale Intercultural Hub. Her leadership is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and a genuine commitment to listening—because a stronger community starts with engaged residents.
 
Joanne Wong, Educator
Joanne Wong is a second-generation Chinese Canadian educator who is passionate about building cultures that connect people through humanizing, relational approaches. Grounded in intercultural communication, her work is especially attentive to those often overlooked and the “invisible” qualities within individuals that shape new connections, meanings, and possibilities.
Across professional and community contexts, Joanne draws on her lived experience, relational networks, and the practice of working resourcefully with those already present to support people in navigating complex systems and diverse spaces. She is a co-creator of “A Story of And,” a resource that invites reflection on the interconnectedness of all things, using East Asian racism as an entry point for conversation and collective learning.
Outside of her advocacy for systemic change, Joanne can often be found running, spending time with her kids, or doing what she does best—creatively making something out of “whatever happens to be there,” including random leftovers in her fridge.
 
Melanie Fernandez, Arts & Cultural Leader and Educator
Melanie Fernandez has over 25 years of leadership experience in the arts and cultural sectors with a focus on exploring innovative frameworks for producing and learning through community-engaged intersectional practices. Her work is rooted in inclusionary platforms that ensure postcolonial representation of racialized and Indigenous stories.
Leadership positions include; Interim Executive Director, Woodland Cultural Centre, Director Cultural Engagement & Activation Department and Artistic Producer at Harbourfront Centre; Community Arts Officer at the Ontario Arts Council, Director of Education at the Art Gallery of Ontario Currently, Melanie teaches and consults.
 
Jeanette Kong, Filmmaker
Jeanette Kong is a Jamaican-born, Chinese-Canadian documentarian who has produced and directed several films about the Hakka people. Her 2012 feature Finding Samuel Lowe: From Harlem to China aired on PBS and the Africa Channel and was the winner of the audience award at the 2015 Reelworld Film Festival in Toronto. Jeanette’s latest film, A Brief Record of My Father’s Time at Sea, has been screened at several international film festivals and aired in Canada on TVO.
 
Aiko Tomi, Pop Artist
AIKO TOMI is Taiwanese-Canadian alt pop artist. The Toronto-based provocateur writes songs with hooks, perspectives and wordplay that turn the ordinary into something worth staring at. A classically trained pianist and composer, she was trained to get it right and make it beautiful, but she'd rather get it true, even when true is strange and a bit distorted.
Her sophomore album, Everything Sparks Joy (2025), earned nominations at Taiwan's 16th Golden Indie Music Awards (GIMA) for Best Alternative Pop Album and Best Electronic Song ("BOUNCE"). Animal's Awake (2023) was about reclaiming her body. Everything Sparks Joy was about surviving the contradictions running simultaneously in her mind. Her next chapter goes somewhere rawer, closer to the nerve. The Guardian named "Monolids" (from Animal's Awake) one of its top emerging tracks of the year, and "INVOICE" with Jesse Lucas became a word-of-mouth favorite in Toronto's music community. Singles have landed on Spotify's Fresh Finds, hyperpop, Fresh Finds Pop, and Fresh Finds Dance, as well as Tidal's Dance Pop, with additional coverage from Complex, CBC Radio, and Exclaim!  which praised her "lyrical deftness."
On stage, she performs as if possessed, taking up more room than her body should physically allow — kissing a 70-lb boa before dropping into a full squat, staging an Alien-vs-Sumo showdown, or scaling a stone lion mid-song. Every set feels like something that couldn't have happened any other night. She's specific enough to be unmistakable, strange enough to stay with you.
 
Tong Zhou, Visual Artist
Tong Zhou is a Toronto-based artist whose work examines identity, belonging, and the stereotypes that shape how Chinese-Canadians see themselves and each other. Born in China and now based in Toronto, he has exhibited with TAIWANfest since 2019, including The Courage, (Un)Being Chinese, and a self-portrait in the It's Me and Wǒ exhibition. His current work in progress follows a years-long spiritual journey into living with the concept of "no-self." 

Small World Centre - Studio 101

Beyond Chinese Panels

Panel 1: Symbolism or Tokenism

Panel 2: Confronting Inward and Reverse Racism

Both Panels

Presenting...Allysin ChaynesArkade HorrorMaya Lil PonySweetsPaige TurnerVarious LimbsAnd more to be announced soon!

Night of 1000 Davids Variety Show

Moving between familiarity and the unexpected, Ladybug’s music makes its own world, with its own rules that welcome you in. / InstagramSam the Living brings melancholy and atmosphere into the room with his soft, falsetto, ghostly voice. / InstagramMimi Dominique performs her richly lyrical songs with authenticity and charm. / Instagram

Ladybug, Sam the Living, Mimi Dominique

As a part of his summer tour, Marshall Veroni returns to Toronto to share new material in an intimate acoustic format. Joined by singer-songwriter Jake Feeney.Bio: Marshall Veroni is a singer-songwriter from Ontario, Canada. His performances combine emotion with heartfelt lyrics that evoke feeling. His vulnerability blends with his expressive performance style as he bonds with listeners overs themes of love, loss, the human condition and late stage capitalism.Jake: The self-taught guitarist brings his chops and campfire vocals to intimate performances in and around Toronto, finding that a yearning for ‘sad-yet-hopeful’ songs, is alive and well.
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Marshall Veroni with Jake Feeney


Luke Borchelt is a country singer, songwriter, and proud Maryland native whose music tells the story of his roots and influences. A self-taught guitarist, Luke picked up the instrument at 23 and soon began writing songs to share with those closest to him. His sound is a unique blend of classic country storytelling and the rhythms of DMV hip-hop, shaped by a diverse range of influences. Luke's music is a reflection of his upbringing in Maryland-honest, heartfelt, and always grounded in the experiences of real life. By capturing the soul of country and city, his work stands as a testament to the power of blending genres and staying true to his roots.
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Burdock Presents: Luke Borchelt

Solve The Island of Life: Taiwan puzzle in teams of four for a chance to win one of three Home of Bubble Tea: Taiwan in Four Scenes puzzles!
To assemble a puzzle is to discover a place, one piece at a time.
Through Taiwan's landscapes, traditions, wildlife, and democratic spirit, this puzzle challenge offers a playful way to engage with the island's cultural identity. As each piece finds its place, participants are invited to explore the stories, memories, and values that shape Taiwan—one piece at a time.
Inspired by Taiwan's landscapes and everyday culture, these illustrated puzzles celebrate the island's rich heritage, creativity, and resilience.
Created by a Taiwanese designer, the collection is rooted in a simple hope: to share Taiwan's stories with the world through art, curiosity, and the quiet joy of puzzling.
四人組隊挑戰《Island of Life: Taiwan》拼圖，成功完成者將有機會抽中《Home of Bubble Tea: Taiwan in Four Scenes》拼圖（共三組）！
這場拼圖挑戰以臺灣的自然風景、文化傳統、野生生態與民主精神為主題，邀請參與者在拼湊每一片拼圖的過程中，感受這座島嶼的故事、記憶與價值，一片一片，慢慢認識臺灣。
這系列拼圖取材自臺灣的山海風景、生活文化與土地記憶，以插畫描繪島嶼的人文風貌、創意能量與堅韌精神。
由臺灣設計師創作，每一幅作品都承載著一個簡單而真摯的心願——透過藝術、好奇心與拼圖的樂趣，邀請更多人認識臺灣，聆聽屬於這座島嶼的故事。
This program is part of TAIWANfest
 
 
About the Artists
 
Hsiao-Wen Lo
Hsiao-Wen Lo loves Taiwan—and she loves puzzles. One day, she thought, Why not bring these two together? That's how Piecing Taiwan into the World was born.
She partnered with Taiwanese illustrator LiTTSE to create puzzles that invite people to discover Taiwan through beauty, curiosity, and play.
Today, she works with public libraries across the United States to share the puzzles, helping Taiwan appear in places where its stories are rarely told.
Each puzzle is her love letter to the island—and an invitation to help Taiwan find its place in the world’s imagination, one shared moment at a time.
駱筱雯是一位熱愛台灣，也熱愛拼圖的人。她發想了「把台灣拼進世界」計畫，並邀請台灣插畫家 LiTTSE 為拼圖創作圖像。透過美感、好奇與遊戲，她希望把心中的台灣溫柔地帶到世界。她與全美各地的公共圖書館合作，分享這些拼圖，讓台灣的故事走到更多地方。每一款拼圖都是她寫給這座島嶼的情書——也是一份邀請，邀請人們將台灣一片一片拚進世界想像中。
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LiTTSE 
LiTTSE is an illustrator from Hsinchu, Taiwan, and the founder of LiTTSE Studio. The brand name "LiTTSE" is an original word combining "Little" and "Tse," inspired by their Chinese nickname, "小刺." Through warm and delicate hand-drawn lines, they capture streetscapes, everyday life, and cultural memories from Taiwan and around the world, transforming ordinary and familiar moments into illustrations filled with stories and emotion. Through their work, they hope to share Taiwan's distinctive warmth, culture, and beauty of everyday life with people around the world.
LiTTSE 是來自台灣新竹的插畫創作者，也是 LiTTSE Studio（荔思工坊）的創辦人。品牌名稱「LiTTSE」是由 "Little" 與 "Tse" 結合而成的自創字，呼應他的中文綽號「小刺」。他擅長以溫暖細膩的手繪筆觸，記錄台灣和世界各地的街道風景、日常生活與文化記憶，將平凡而熟悉的片刻，轉化為充滿故事與情感的插畫。他期待透過創作，讓不同地方的人們看見台灣獨特的人情、文化與生活之美。
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Local Support provided by North America Taiwanese Women's Association (NATWA)
Founded in 1988, the North America Taiwanese Women's Association (NATWA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Taiwanese women through leadership, community service, cultural exchange, and advocacy for gender equality, human rights, and democratic values.
With more than 1,000 members across the United States and Canada, NATWA brings together Taiwanese women through cultural, educational, and community initiatives, fostering connections while sharing Taiwan's values, heritage, and spirit with the wider world.
北美洲台灣婦女會（NATWA）成立於1988年，是一個非營利組織，致力於提升台灣女性的領導力，推動社會服務、文化交流，以及倡導性別平等、人權與民主價值。NATWA目前在美國與加拿大擁有一千多位會員，設有五大分區、十六個各地分會及二十個工作小組，透過文化、教育及社區服務等多元活動，凝聚北美台灣女性，促進彼此連結，並將台灣的價值、文化傳承與精神分享給世界。
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Harbourfront Centre Concert Stage

Piecing Taiwan into the World 把台灣拼進世界

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Group of 4

Ever wondered if paper could grow into a garden? Forget boring stationery! Welcome to our "Wandering Through Paper" lab! Step away from the screens, roll up your sleeves, and get your hands gloriously, messy-happy in our pulp vats. We’re taking scrap paper and giving it a second life as living, seed-embedded art. Once you take your creation home, write your thoughts or draw your dreams on it, then tuck it into the soil and watch your art literally bloom. I’ll also be bringing my secret stash of global handmade papers to show you the cool stories hidden in every fibre. It’s going to be messy, honest, and wildly fun. Come get your hands wet and help us turn trash into flowers!
紙張只能寫字嗎？太無聊了吧！歡迎光臨「紙間漫遊」實驗室。把生活中的焦慮先放一邊，準備好弄濕雙手，跟我們一起在水中玩泥巴（不，是玩紙漿！）吧。從打漿到抄紙，我們會把平凡的廢紙變成一張張充滿生命力的「種子紙」。這不只是一張紙，它能種出花來！回家寫上心事、畫上風景，然後把它種進土裡，看著藝術真的綻放成一片花海。現場我還會拿出搜刮自全球的特色紙樣，帶你解開纖維裡的文化密碼。這場創作派對保證會弄得一身泥水、笑聲不斷，快來加入我們，親手實現這場廢紙變鮮花的魔法！
This program is part of TAIWANfest
 
About the Artist
Cassia Leung is a Hong Kong-born, Toronto-based multidisciplinary community artist and cultural entrepreneur. A Fine Arts graduate from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, she co-founded ComMAground and Stirring Paper, platforms dedicated to fostering cross-cultural dialogue through craftsmanship. Over the past several years, Cassia has worked as an instructor and community project leader, hosting and leading impactful art projects across Asia, Africa, and North America.
Her work has been exhibited at the McKay Art Centre and featured at both the Geary Art Crawl, the Good.Vibe.People Art Jam, and BIG on Bloor Festival in Toronto, and she previously won the Most Creative Award from Sony Mobile HK. She has also hosted community art workshops at the Markham Wesley Centre and The Cross-Cultural Community Services Association in the York Region. Through her immersive experiences, Cassia leads participants to rethink the connection between humanity and nature, with the ultimate goal of promoting community cohesion.
 
梁穎珊（Cassia Leung）是位生於香港、現居多倫多的跨領域社區藝術家與文化企業家。她畢業於香港中文大學藝術系，並聯合創辦了「大地母系」 (ComMAground) 與「攪文紙」(Stirring Paper)，致力透過世界工藝促進跨文化對話。過去數年，她以導師及社區項目領袖的身分，於亞洲、非洲及北美等地策劃並帶領多個具影響力的藝術項目。
她的作品曾於 McKay Art Centre 展出，並亮相於多倫多 Geary Art Crawl, Good.Vibe.People 及 BIG on Bloor Festival，此前亦曾榮獲香港索尼手機（Sony Mobile HK）頒發「最具創意獎」。此外，她亦於約克區的萬錦衛斯理中心 (Markham Wesley Centre) 與多華會 (The Cross-Cultural Community Services Association) 主持社區藝術工作坊。Cassia 期望透過有沉浸式體驗，引導參與者重新思考人與自然的關係，並以促進社區凝聚力為最終目標。
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Harbourfront Centre - HarbourKids Tent

Wandering Through Paper: Seed Paper Art Making Lab 紙間漫遊：種子紙藝製作實驗室

 
【注意】此頁面為作家張亦絢「女性經驗分享工作坊」之報名連結，緊接於其作家講座之後。僅參加作家講座者，無須報名。
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: 作家講座（英／華語進行），自由入場
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: 女性經驗分享工作坊（華語進行），請報名
【注意】工作坊旨在為不同世代的女性打造一個安心、自在的交流空間。由於討論內容可能涉及性別、身體經驗及生命創傷，為維護參與者的安全感與彼此信任，工作坊將以女性參與者為主。
【注意】本節目為全華語進行。
本節目邀請台灣知名作家張亦絢從創作歷程出發，分享文學如何回應女性的成長記憶、家庭關係，以及不同世代之間的理解與誤解。
台灣節期待透過文學作為對話的起點，鼓勵華語社區跨世代的女性參與者分享觀點與生命故事，在交流中重新理解彼此，也開啟更多關於性別、情感與生命經驗的對話。
**Join us from 2 PM - 3 PM for the public session, followed by a dedicated discussion space for women from 3 PM - 3:30 PM. 
**This program will be presented in Mandarin Chinese.
This lecture invites renowned Taiwanese queer writer Nathalie Chang (CHANG Yi- Hsum) to examine how literature reflects the lived experiences of women. Using literature as the starting point, this program explores topics of memory, family dynamics, and intergenerational relationships. An open conversation and exchange about gender identity, emotions, and life experiences with the community. 
This program is part of TAIWANfest
 
About the Artist
張亦絢（Nathalie CHANG / CHANG Yi-Hsum）出生於台北市木柵區。青少女時期，她曾在《讀者文摘》上發表過一篇真實故事，並在全國性報紙上發表過小說。 《愛的不久時》、《性意思史》和《永別書》是她最著名的作品。其中，《永別書》被評為台灣文學的代表作之一。
儘管她被視為酷兒小說家並為LGBT+權益發聲，但她的小說仍然對基於性別或民族的認同政治進行了批判。她的作品探討了性創傷、語言和台灣命運等主題，其複雜性令人印象深刻。
她在一個對台灣民主抱持巨大期望的家庭中度過童年。這種親身經歷和孩童般的觀察保有了人們政治行動中的親密性：戒嚴時期的事件，例如美麗島事件、陳文成事件和林宅血案，如何影響兒童成長？張亦絢並不滿足於「記住歷史」這種觀念，而是強調缺乏公眾記憶會對各類受害者造成殘酷和不公。
她以《我討厭過的大人們》榮獲金鼎獎最佳專欄獎。她擁有巴黎索邦大學電影研究碩士學位。她也為《電影欣賞》和台灣文學館的展覽撰稿。兩位加拿大人對她影響深遠：作家劉綺芬和鋼琴家顧爾德。
Nathalie CHANG (CHANG Yi- Hsum) was born in Muzha District, Taipei City. 
She published a true story in Reader’s Digest and several fictional stories in national newspapers during her adolescence. Not Long in Love, Her-History of Sex, and I’m Leaving are among her most famous novels, with I’m Leaving selected as one of the most representative works of Taiwanese literature.
Although she is considered a queer novelist who advocates for LGBT+ rights, her novels also present a critique of identity politics, whether based on gender or national identity. Her work explores themes such as sexual trauma, language, and the fate of Taiwan with impressive complexity.
She spent her childhood in a family that held great expectations for democracy in Taiwan. This firsthand experience and childhood observations preserved the intimacy of popular political action: how did major events during martial law, such as the Formosa Incident, the Chen Wen-cheng Incident, and the Lin Family Massacre, affect children's development? Chang goes beyond the common notion of "remembering history," emphasizing how the lack of public memory brings cruelty and injustice to various victims.
She won the Golden Tripod Award for Best Column Writing for her work "All the Grownups Who Once Bored Me." She holds a Master's degree in Film Studies from Sorbonne Nouvelle University in Paris and has written for the Film Appreciation Journal and the National Museum of Taiwan Literature. Two Canadians have greatly influenced her: writer Evelyn Lau and pianist Glenn Gould.
 

Harbourfront Centre - Studio Theatre

Examining the Lived Experiences of Women from a Novelist's Perspective 我為什麼寫小說？

Join Montreal-based songwriter Sam Krüger for a unique, highly intimate duo performance. Stripped back to a minimalist stage design alongside a single percussionist, this tour date will blend theatrical storytelling, and a rhythm-driven set of music that reimagines his bedroom-style folk recordings as well as songs from his upcoming album live on stage.
The evening kicks off with a special guest performance at 9:00 PM.
Following a failed career at McDonald's, Sam moved to Montréal in order to pursue music.A decade later, he has become known for his vulnerable songwriting. While rooted in folk, his music draws heavily from early R&B, bubblegum pop, vintage crooners, and the emotive jazz stylings of singers like Billie Holiday.Depending on the night, Sam will hit the stage for a stripped-back, captivating solo performance that captures the quiet intimacy of his bedroom-style recordings, or join forces with his powerhouse collective of heavy-hitters (Tim Savard, Neil Robinson, and Brydone Charlton) for an expansive full-band set that leans more into catchy pop melodies and groove. Either way, it’s an evening of music that critic Jacques Boivin once described as "quasi-religious folk that grabs you by the guts but warms you like a soft wind from the south."
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Sam Krüger + Special Guest

🚢 TORONTO SUMMER BOAT PARTY CRUISE 2026
☀️ SAIL INTO SUMMER ON TORONTO’S LARGEST PARTY BOAT!
Join hundreds of party lovers aboard the Empress of Canada, one of the city’s largest party vessels, for an unforgettable night cruising across Lake Ontario with breathtaking views of the Toronto skyline.
For 18 years, our boat party events have been one of the city's most anticipated celebrations and they sell out year after year.
This year we’re doing Summer 2026 right with an epic floating festival featuring live performances across multiple genres, top DJs, dancing, drinks and the ultimate party atmosphere.
This isn’t just another night out.
This is Toronto’s ultimate summer boat party experience.
 
🌊 THE EXPERIENCE
Step aboard and cruise past some of Toronto’s most iconic sights:
• Toronto Skyline
• Lake Ontario Waterfront
• Toronto Islands & Lagoons
• Harbourfront Cityscape
With music pumping, drinks flowing and the city lights reflecting on the water, the boat transforms into a floating nightclub and live music festival.
 
🎤 LIVE PERFORMANCES + GLOBAL MUSIC
This year we’re bringing live performers from multiple music genres throughout the cruise for an unforgettable festival-style party on the water.
 
🎶 Music featured throughout the night:
Top 40 • Hip Hop • R&B • Afrobeats • Reggaeton • EDM • Latin • Dancehall • Throwbacks • Amapiano • Pop • House
Our DJs keep the energy going between performances and take song requests on both decks so the dance floor stays moving all night.
 
🚢 THE BOAT EXPERIENCE
The Empress of Canada offers a massive three-level floating party venue.
• Two Indoor Club Decks with sound systems and dance floors
• Outdoor Open-Air Deck for skyline views and fresh lake air
• Plenty of space to dance, socialize and take photos
It’s the perfect mix of music, views and unforgettable summer vibes.
 
✨ EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
🚢 Large 500+ Capacity Party Boat
🎉 4.5 Hours of Party Energy
⛵ 4 Hours Cruising on Lake Ontario
🎤 Live Performances Throughout the Cruise
🎧 DJs Playing Global Hits & Your Song Requests
💃 Two Club-Style Dance Floors
🍹 Fully Stocked Premium Bar
📸 Professional Event Photographer
🌅 Stunning Toronto Skyline Views
🍿 Snacks Available for Purchase
🚬 Smoking Permitted on Outdoor Deck
🚉 Easily Accessible by Transit, Rideshare or Nearby Parking
 
⭐ EVENT DETAILS
Check-In: 7:00 PM
Boarding: 7:30 PM
Gate Closes: 7:50 PM
Departure: 8:00 PM
Return: 12:00 AM
Event Ends: 12:30 AM
 
📍 Boat: Empress of Canada
Address: 11 Polson Street, Toronto
🔞 Age: 19+ Event - Valid Government ID Required
 
🎉 GROUPS • BIRTHDAYS • CELEBRATIONS
Celebrating a birthday or bringing a group?
We offer group discounts and special perks for celebrations.
 

11 Polson Street

TORONTO SUMMER YACHT PARTY CRUISE 2026

Boat Party Ticket

Bronze VIP Package - Group of 4

Silver VIP Package - Group of 6

Gold VIP Package - Group of 8

Platinum VIP Package - Group of 10

Where It's At Entertainment

Iron Maiden returns to Scotiabank Arena in Toronto with a live performance that has made the band one of the most influential names in heavy metal.
Celebrated for their powerful musicianship, theatrical stage productions, and decades of classic albums, Iron Maiden continues to captivate audiences with legendary songs including The Trooper, Run to the Hills, Fear of the Dark, and Hallowed Be Thy Name.
The concert combines world-class musicianship with elaborate visuals, spectacular production, and a setlist that spans the band's remarkable career. From soaring guitar harmonies to Bruce Dickinson's commanding vocals, fans can expect an unforgettable evening that showcases why Iron Maiden remains one of the greatest live acts in rock music.
➕ What You'll Get

Live performance from Iron Maiden
A setlist featuring legendary heavy metal classics and fan favourites
Spectacular arena production with immersive sound and lighting
An unforgettable night of live heavy metal music

➕ Important Information

Event date: Saturday, August 29
Show time: 7:15pm
Venue: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON
All sales are final unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled
Arrive early for the best experience

Secure your tickets today and experience Iron Maiden live at Scotiabank Arena.

Scotiabank Arena

Iron Maiden - Scotiabank Arena

Balcony Level 310S

Lower Level 119

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Anticipating the release of his second album "Silly Things," Stephen Ingram is playing a few intimate shows around Southern Ontario before his album release show in London, ON in September.Stephen fuses his love of great Canadian artists, his decade-long career in live theatre, and his training as a classical pianist and music theorist to create story-driven, intricate folk-rock music that is unmistakably and fondly set in Ontario. His second album "Silly Things," set for release in September 2026, strips back the production and leans heavily into lyrical folk and hard-hitting, confessional folk rock. This upcoming album has been generously supported by the Ontario Arts Council and the London Arts Council, and centres around the coming of age from 20s-30s through the lens of his recent ADHD diagnosis, set to the distinct backdrop of Ontario, Canada.Art by Owen Melisek, Poster by Stephen Ingram
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Stephen Ingram

Iron Maiden returns to Scotiabank Arena in Toronto with a live performance that has made the band one of the most influential names in heavy metal.
Following an incredible opening night, Iron Maiden returns to Scotiabank Arena in Toronto for another evening of world-class heavy metal. Renowned for their extraordinary live performances, the band has spent decades setting the standard for arena rock with iconic songs including The Number of the Beast, Aces High, Run to the Hills, and Fear of the Dark. Their influence continues to span generations, making every tour a must-see event for rock and metal fans.
Night two offers another opportunity to experience Iron Maiden's signature combination of powerful vocals, masterful musicianship, and spectacular stage production. From elaborate visuals and unforgettable performances to a setlist filled with classic anthems, the concert delivers the energy and excitement that have made Iron Maiden one of the greatest live bands in music history.
➕ What You'll Get

Live performance from Iron Maiden
A setlist featuring legendary heavy metal classics and fan favourites
Spectacular arena production with immersive sound and lighting
An unforgettable night of live heavy metal music

➕ Important Information

Event date: Sunday, August 30
Show time: 7:15pm
Venue: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON
All sales are final unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled
Arrive early for the best experience

Secure your tickets today and experience Iron Maiden live at Scotiabank Arena.

Experience Peter Hook and The Light live at History Toronto, performing iconic tracks from Joy Division and New Order.
Known for their atmospheric basslines, haunting melodies, and legendary post-punk sound, this 19+ show offers an unforgettable night for fans of classic alternative music.
➕ What You’ll Get


Live performance from Peter Hook and The Light


Iconic tracks from Joy Division and New Order


Full venue sound and lighting production


Memorable night out with friends


➕ Important Information


19+ event — valid government-issued ID required


Doors may open up to 60 minutes before showtime


Arrive early for preferred entry


All sales final unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled



History Toronto

Peter Hook and The Light (19+ Event) at History Toronto

GA Floor

Mezzanine 2

August 20, 2026 // 9pm // $15all prices + fees
Just Feel It is back for Volume 4 and we're sending off the summer sweet like honey!Toronto's monthly OTA Vogue Night returns to Buddies in Bad Times Theatre on Thursday August 20th for another night of ballroom culture, community, and competition. Come walk, come watch, come feel it.THURSDAY AUGUST 20TH 9PM - 1AM | Last Scene Standing 9:45PM $15 | 19+ | 12 Alexander StreetCATEGORIES: Virgin Runway | Baby Vogue | OTA Runway | OTA Face | Shake That Ass | Realness | Tag Team Performance - $300 | StreetwearCommentator: Yéila Siriano DJ: Legendary Canada Father Pleasure x Juicy CoutureJust Feel It is proudly presented by The PrEP Clinic, Toronto's home for free testing, PrEP access, and queer community health resources. Their ongoing support makes this night possible and keeps our community resourced. Find them at @theprepclinic on Instagram.Additional support from Jems Condoms.Tickets available online or at the door. See you on the floor.xoxo, Milani Telfar

Just Feel It: Toronto Vogue Nights

Discover the treasures of North America's inspiring, charming and surprising shoe museum.
Located in Toronto, the Bata Shoe Museum (BSM) regularly displays over a thousand shoes and related artefacts, chosen from a collection of almost 14,000 objects, in architect Raymond Moriyama’s iconic, award-winning building. The BSM celebrates the style, development and function of footwear across four impressive galleries, with displays ranging from Chinese bound-foot shoes and ancient Egyptian sandals to chestnut-crushing clogs and glamorous platforms.

The Bata Shoe Museum

Bata Shoe Museum General Admission

Child/Youth - 5yrs to 17yrs

Family Plan - Two adults + two to four children under 17yrs

General Admission - 18yrs to 64yrs

Bata Shoe Museum

BTS brings its world-renowned live show to Rogers Stadium in Toronto, offering fans the chance to experience one of the biggest acts in global music.
Known for record-breaking albums, powerful performances, and an unmatched connection with audiences around the world, the group has redefined modern pop with hits including Dynamite, Butter, Boy With Luv, and Permission to Dance.
The concert features spectacular choreography, cutting-edge stage production, and a setlist that celebrates BTS's remarkable career. Blending dynamic performances, memorable visuals, and fan-favourite songs, the evening delivers an immersive concert experience that showcases the group's artistry, energy, and worldwide appeal.
➕ What You'll Get

Live performance from BTS
A setlist featuring global hits and fan-favourite songs
Spectacular stadium production with immersive sound and lighting
An unforgettable night of live K-pop music

➕ Important Information

Event date: Saturday, August 22
Show time: 8:00pm
Venue: Rogers Stadium in Toronto, ON
All sales are final unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled
Arrive early for the best experience

Secure your tickets today and experience BTS live at Rogers Stadium.
 

Rogers Centre

BTS - Rogers Stadium - Toronto

North 109

Floor B7

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Start and end times are tentative and may change closer to the show.Schedule will be released the week leading up to the show.
Online ticket sales end August 21 at 11:59 PM. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door.

190 Railside Road

2026 Ontario Naturals

Adult

Under 16

Welcome to Toronto, a city where skyscrapers touch the sky and breathtaking lake views await! Indulge in the diverse food scene where poutine and sushi become the perfect pair. Take your bravery to new heights at the iconic CN Tower and soak up the vibrant entertainment in downtown.

Bienvenue à Toronto, où la devise non officielle de la ville est "Désolé, pas désolé", alors que les habitants jonglent avec la lutte quotidienne de se précipiter au travail tout en renversant leur café double-double de chez Tim Hortons sur eux-mêmes. Découvrez le phénomène magique de la capacité des Torontoniens à se plaindre à la fois de la chaleur écrasante et du froid glacial dans la même semaine, mettant en valeur leur remarquable talent pour les doléances liées aux conditions météorologiques. Et ne manquez pas le spectacle exaltant de regarder les habitants se livrer à une bataille féroce pour les sièges du tramway, où les coups de coude et les regards assassins font simplement partie du trajet quotidien.

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