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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