It's the weekend before Canada Day and the beginning of summer vacation for students. How are you celebrating?
Scene on the Plaza Summer Series
Celebrate summer on Gardiner Plaza featuring a dance floor, beer, wine and BBQ.
Date: Friday, June 27
Location: 111 Queen's Park, Toronto
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at the door
Pride in Canada
Presented as part of WorldPride 2014, this art exhibition explores gay rights and diversity from the perspective of some of Canada's best artists.
Date: Friday, June 25 to Saturday, July 5
Location: Artscape Youngplace, 180 Shaw St.
Cost: Free
Landed: Together in Canada mixed-media art installation
This mixed-media art installation by American-born artist Sarah Foy tells the story of same-sex couples who have immigrated to Canada because they felt it was a haven in comparison to their home country.
Date: Friday, June 27 to Sunday, June 29
Location: The Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre gallery level, 189 Yonge St.
Cost: Free
Canada Day Extravaganza
Billed as the biggest Canada Day bash in town, this five-day event will bring together an eclectic mix of artists and musicians.
Date: Friday, June 27 to Tuesday, July 1
Location: Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W.
Cost: Free
Toronto Ribfest
This annual finger-licking festival will take attendees right through the Canada Day weekend. There are activities for the entire family, from free face-painting and magic shows to live music and fireworks.
Date: Friday, June 27 to Tuesday, July 1
Location: Centennial Park, 256 Centennial Park Rd.
Cost: $2 at the gate
Story mob inspired by "The Busy Beaver"
The Toronto Public Library is kicking off its summer reading club with a story mob: a flash mob for children that is inspired by a kid's book.
Date: Saturday, June 28
Location: Various locations. Check the Toronto Public Library's website for details.
Cost: Free
City Dance Corps Salsa Social
Slip on your dancing shoes and head over to the City Dance Corps Salsa Social. Each social kicks- off with dance lessons in salsa and other featured Latin dances and continues into the night with great music and dancing. Beginners and seasoned dancers welcome!
Date: Saturday, June 28
Location: 489 Queen St. W., 3rd Floor
Cost: $10 cover with lesson, $7 without lesson
Kensington Culinary Adventure Scavenger Hunt
Uncover history, folklore, graffiti and street foods of the world in this scavenger hunt through Toronto's most multicultural corner.
Date: Saturday, June 28
Location: 5 Bellevue Ave.
Cost: $24.99
Environmental Arts Festival
What's your favourite thing about living in Canada? If it's spending time in nature, check out art tours, interactive activities and live music at the Eco-Art-Fest.
Date: Sunday, June 29
Location: Todmorden Mills, 67 Pottery Rd.
Cost: Free
Oh Canada! Farmer's Market Sweets Tour
Explore the sweet and savoury sides of Canada's food culture with a walking tour that will give participants an opportunity to sample a variety of locally made goods, from goat cheese chocolate truffles to butter tarts.
Date: Sunday, June 29
Location: Distillery District
Cost: $26.55-$39.82 (plus HST). Kids under 7 are free.
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