The CNE enters its second week, summer festivals are in full swing and there are lots of free outdoor events to take part in.
Scotiabank BuskerFest
Take in comedy, magic, acrobatics and more while helping the city raise money for Epilepsy Toronto.
Date: Thursday, Aug. 21 to Sunday, Aug. 24
Location: Yonge Street from Queen to College Streets
Cost: Admission is by a donation to Epilepsy Toronto
TaiwanFest
Learn about the island nation of Taiwan through music, dance, art and food.
Date: Friday, Aug. 22 to Sunday, Aug. 24
Location: Harbourfront Centre
Cost: Free
Coconut Festival Canada
Learn how to cook with coconut in ways you may not have thought of before, with a diverse lineup of vendors.
Date: Sunday, Aug. 24
Location: Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St.
Cost: Admission is $5 for adults, free for children
Wild Blueberry Festival
Cook, taste and celebrate blueberries with workshops, bakeoffs and a blueberry-themed brunch.
Date: Sunday, Aug. 24
Location: Evergreen Brick Works
Cost: Free
Hot Wheels Track Builder Challenge
Bring your young car enthusiasts to check out Hot Wheels Canada's interactive track exhibit at the CNE
Date: Friday, Aug. 15 to Friday, Aug. 22
Location: Exhibition Place, 200 Princes' Blvd.
Cost: Free with price of admission
Fashion Friday
Shop til you drop while supporting local clothing, footwear and jewellery designers.
Date: Friday, Aug. 22
Location: Market 707 (Dundas Street West and Bathurst Street)
Cost: Free
Bridging Festival
Celebrate arts, culture and the enviroment while "bridging" the different communities of Scarborough.
Date: Friday, Aug. 22 and Saturday, Aug. 23
Location: Multiple locations across Scarborough
Cost: Free
Salsa in the City Square
Love salsa dancing? Always wanted to try it? Take lessons, try Cuban food and find out more about Cuban culture.
Date: Saturday, Aug. 23
Location: Nathan Phillips Square
Cost: Free
Edible Tree Tour
Did you know that you may have edible trees growing in your backyard? Discover delicious treats hidden in plain view.
Date: Saturday, Aug. 23
Location: Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St. W.
Cost: $5 suggested donation
Rastafest
Music, dance, drumming, food and film come together in a celebration of Caribbean and Canadian culture.
Date: Saturday, Aug. 23
Location: Downsview Park, 35 Carl Hall Rd.
Cost: Tickets $7 in advance, $10 at the gate
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