Taco Fest and other events to spice up your weekend in Toronto

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Taco Fest, Jerk Festival and other events you don’t want to miss out on this weekend in Toronto

We still have several weeks before summer comes to an end but don’t let it go to waste.

We all know how fast time flies, so you don’t want to miss out on any of the fun things happening in Toronto over the next couple of days.

Here’s what you need to know to make the necessary plans.

Taco Fest

Spice up your life as the city’s top chefs promise a fiesta of their traditional and modern dishes along with delicious drinks, live entertainment and so much more at the 19+ event that celebrates all things Mexican.

Salsa your way over to Fort York on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For tickets and more information, click here.

JerkFest 2024

Celebrating Caribbean culture with the most mouthwatering jerk cuisine around where you can take part in interactive food demonstrations, get inspiration from innovative chefs, all while dancing to the live performers and DJs.

Bring your appetites to Centennial Park in Etobicoke on Friday from 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

For tickets and more information, click here.

Kothu Fest

There’s something for everyone, especially if you want to chow down on heavenly fare, enjoy live music and entertainment, and soak up all kinds of culture at the largest Tamil festival.

Heat things up at Albert Campbell Square at 100 Borough Dr. in Scarborough on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

For more information, click here.

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Bubble Planet

This immersive, multisensory experience offers visitors tactile play and virtual reality that will awaken their imagination and wonder.

Journey across fantastical landscapes at Downsview Airport Lands at 30 Hanover Rd. until Sept. 30.

It’s open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday from 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

For tickets and more information, click here.

Schleich Grand Opening

It’s a multi-celebration at the Toronto Zoo, what with its 50th anniversary, World Lion Day and the grand opening of the flagship store location of Schleich, the leading manufacturer of animal figurines and playsets.

Share your stories and let your imagination run wild through interactive activities by the Eurasia Wilds Outpost on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

It’s free with admission but for tickets and more information, click here.

World Poutine Eating Championship

If you like watching people stuff their faces in the fastest possible time, look no further because this is the event for you, particularly because the world’s No. 1 female eater, Miki Sudo, who won this year’s Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest and is ranked fifth overall globally, is taking part.

Watch it all play out at Yonge-Dundas Square on Saturday at 3:30 p.m.

For more information, click here.

Avalon Lavender Farm

Get out of the city and explore this gorgeous farm before summer comes to an end — for free! It’s an incredible opportunity to experience the stunning nature and vibrant sea of purple and enjoy the variety of activities.

Make a short day trip of it and head north to Mono, just outside Orangeville, at 347036 Mono Centre Rd. on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For more information, click here.

City Hall Live

Enjoy live salsa and samba music in this music showcase that features local musicians, grassroots music organizations and presenters, along with fabulous food, drinks, dancing and crafts.

Lose yourself in Toronto’s vibrant music scene at Trillium Park in Ontario Place on Sunday from 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

For more information, click here.

Canadian Latin Fest

Celebrate the rich diversity and heritage of Latin people in Canada with incredible food, folk and arts crafts, live entertainment, a kids zone and so much more.

It’s all at Nathan Phillips Square on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.

For more information, click here.

Waterfront Night Market

It’s the perfect pairing of culture and urban waterfront life, symbolically designed in celebration of the QiXi Double Seven Festival, Asia’s version of Valentine’s Day, along with the signature Pan-Asian Food Festival, Kre8ions Cultural Showcase, and illuminasian Floating Lantern & Music Festival.

Delight in all the beauty at Hotel X Toronto at 115 Princes’ Blvd. on Friday from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m., Saturday from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. and Sunday from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.

For tickets and more information, click here.