September – Toronto Business and Social Events
Whether you’re looking to meet new business partners, meet new people and make connections, or you are simply looking for fun social events to relax and unwind, here is your go-to list for business and social events in Toronto for the month of September:
Toronto Networking Events
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CAIC: CANADIAN APARTMENT INVESTMENT CONFERENCE 2022
The conference will focus on investment, financing, development and management of all forms of multi-residential apartments from the perspective of owners, developers, lenders, brokers, appraisers and property managers.
Date: Wednesday, September 7th, 2022
Time: 6:55 AM – 5:35 PM
Venue: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
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REALREIT
Join REIT executives for thought-provoking discussions along with private and institutional investors, equity analysts, portfolio and investment managers, brokers, lenders, appraisers, lawyers, and other intermediaries. As we enter into market conditions that include higher than expected inflation and increasing interest rates, the RealREIT conference will focus on what potentially lies ahead for Canadian REITs and their likely path forward.
Date: Thursday, September 8th, 2022
Time: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
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GERMAN DELEGATION ON LIGHTWEIGHT TECHNOLOGY & MOBILITY SOLUTIONS
The Canadian German Chamber of Industry and Commerce is hosting a German business delegation on the topic “Lightweight Technology & Mobility Solutions”. The business delegation will visit Canada from September 11-16, 2022 to learn more about the Canadian market and to build new partnerships with Canadian companies.
Date: Sunday, September 11th, 2022
Time: TBD
Venue: TBD
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YOUR BOARD READINESS PART TWO: YOUR BOARD JOURNEY (MEMBERS ONLY)
Board Readiness Part 2 features our panel of experts moderated by Anna Kennedy, Chief Operating Officer of KingSett Capital and Past President (2018) of Toronto CREW. Panelists will share stories from the “front lines” and discuss what keeps directors awake at night and the most gratifying aspects of being on a board.
Date: Tuesday, September 13th, 2022
Time: 5:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Venue: Torys LLP, 79 Wellington St. W. Suite 3300, Toronto
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HALL OF FLOWERS
For the first time, Hall of Flowers will make an appearance in Canada! After 4 years and 6 successful shows in California and Nevada, we’re excited to bring our concept of brand and retailer meet ups to Canada. This will be one of the largest gatherings of Canadian cannabis brands and retailers with leaders in the Canadian market. The strength of Hall of Flowers is bringing together the industry’s premium cannabis brands and buyers from retailers from across the continent. We can’t wait to connect with everyone!
Date: Tuesday, September 13th- Wednesday, September 14th, 2022
Time: TBD
Venue: Enercare Centre
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2022 CROESUS FINNOVATION
Emerging technologies, changing investor demographics, client relation management, and ESGs – the wealth management industry is rapidly changing and dealing with multiple business opportunities. How can new technologies help you capitalize on current developments and thrive in an ever-changing environment?
Date: Friday, September 16th, 2022
Time: 11:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Venue: Shangri-La Hotel Toronto
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MONEYSHOW TORONTO 2022
Whether you are a trader or a long-term investor, you can learn and profit from The MoneyShow Toronto.
Date: Friday, September 16th- Saturday, September 17, 2022
Time: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Venue: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
- CANADA’S BRIDAL SHOW FALL 2022
Canada’s Bridal Show is the most renowned Bridal Show, established in 1984 always prospering and showcasing all the latest trends in the Bridal Industry. Canada’s Bridal Show is the largest and most prestigious Bridal Show in Canada with over 37 years of making Brides’ dreams come true. It is the favourite resource for thousands of Canadian Bridal Couples from all over Ontario and the GTA.
Date: Friday, September 16th- Sunday, September 18, 2022
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Venue: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
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WOMEN IN BUSINESS SUMMIT 2022
Get ready to join Scarborough’s first Women in Business Summit! Our summit will be celebrating Women of Excellence, You don’t want to miss this event! You will have an opportunity to hear from many diverse and vibrant speakers that can help you to grow and promote your businesses! We will entertain you while you shop and support local businesses on-site. At Winspire National Women’s Network, we are building a community of like-minded women to help them build confidence, share their stories, find mentors, and promote their success. Join us as we reimagine the future for women. We are in this together!
Date: Friday, September 16th, 2022
Time: 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Venue: Centennial College, 941 Progress Ave.
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ENERGY INNOVATION FORUM CANADA 2022
Smart Grid Innovation Network Canada Inc. is collaborating with leading national energy organizations: Marine Renewables Canada, QUEST Canada, Canadian Renewables Energy Association, Electricity Human Resources Canada, Natural Resources Canada, and The National Research Council of Canada to champion this multi-sectornational forum.
Date: Monday, September 19th- Tuesday, September 20th, 2022
Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel
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TOKENIZATION, INSTITUTIONALIZATION & SECURITIZATION OF BLOCKCHAIN DeFi
After the Bell Panel Discussion & Networking: Tokenization, Institutionalization & Securitization of Blockchain: DeFi’s Impact
Date: Tuesday, September 20th, 2022
Time: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Venue: 260 Carlaw Ave, Toronto
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THE FUTURE OF TALENT: A 360 CONVERSATION WITH INDUSTRY INSIDERS
An Evening of Reconnection and Reinvention with the Women of Influence Community- Live in Toronto.
Whether you’re a business owner or hiring executive, this is an invaluable opportunity to tap into trending insights and get an insider edge on evolving workplace practices. And if you’re a recent grad or keen to advance into your next position, this is the room to make career-defining connections and gain an understanding of what organizations are looking for.
Date: Wednesday, September 21st, 2022
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Venue: The exclusive 40th floor of the Royal Bank Plaza.
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ASCEND CANADA ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Celebrating our theme this year – United We Move Forward – we are bringing together our signature mix of leaders to bring insights on a variety of topics ranging from lessons from the various current events, diversity and inclusion, leadership, and more. We’ll also have exclusive networking opportunities throughout the three-day conference.
Date: Tuesday, September, 20th- Thursday, September 22nd , 2022
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Virtual
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CONFERENCE ON CANADIAN STEWARDSHIP 2022
Held once every two years, the Conference brings together industry stewards, waste management and recycling professionals, product manufacturers, retailers, industry and trade associations, government representatives and stewardship program operators of all descriptions from across North America, Europe and beyond.
Date: Tuesday, September, 20th- Wednesday, September 21st , 2022
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Metro Toronto Convention Centre (North Building)
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WXN EMERGING LEADERS’ SUMMIT
After 25 years of meaningfully propelling the advancement of professional women across all levels, in all sectors and of all ages, we’ve developed a deep understanding of what they want and need to advance their careers. And listening to their voices – including the voices of women who are Black, Indigenous, Women of Colour, Women Living with Disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community – is a big part of that understanding. Those voices shape the planning and design of all of our events and programs.
We are so excited to present you with some of those voices today so that we can build on their stories and create a summit that will provide a relevant and meaningful experience to all those who attend.
Buckle up – and let’s dive in!
Date: Thursday, September, 22nd , 2022
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
- INDIGENOUS-LED PROJECTS FORUM 2022
Joins our first edition of the Indigenous-Led Projects Forum (ILPF).
The forum offers a setting where Indigenous groups and industry can convene to discuss opportunities, challenges, and support associated with Indigenous-led projects. It will include keynote speeches from government officials, panel discussions led by field experts, and breakout sessions and networking opportunities for participants.
Date: Tuesday, September 27th- Wednesday, September 28th , 2022
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Venue: One King West Hotel & Residence
- INTEGRATE TO INNOVATE: CPA CONFERENCE
Integrate to Innovate is Wealth Steward’s 7th annual CPA conference. After two years meeting with you virtually we are excited to connect with our attendees in person.
This highly anticipated conference is dedicated to helping you drive innovation, adopt new practices and differentiate your firms offerings all while connecting with our other attendees.
We will equip you to understand and help your clients with their deepest needs, provide strategies on growing your firms profitability and broaden your service offerings.
Date: Wednesday, September 28th , 2022
Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Islington Golf Club
- THRIVE: IGNITIG CREATIVITY AND PURPOSFUL WORK
Join us for a one-day event aimed at helping Agency Leaders create an engaging workplace that ignites creativity and supports collaboration. Agency leaders seek to restore a culture of inclusivity, creativity and collaboration to their agencies and THRIVE is here to help. Thought leaders from around the world will provide you with the tools to keep your people focused on creating effective work that works and THRIVE through restored purpose.
Date: Wednesday, September 28th , 2022
Time: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Venue: POi Living Lab
- TALL EXCHANGE 2022: PIVOT
TALL eXchange 2022: Pivot is a one day conference for members of TALL and other information professionals interested in keeping current on legal technology, legal sources, competitive intelligence, knowledge management and more.
Date: Thursday, September 29th , 2022
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Venue: Vantage Venues
Toronto Social Events
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ASHKENAZ FESTIVAL
The Festival will once again feature artists from across Canada and around the world, including Israel, Russia, Poland, Italy, Australia, Brazil, and the US. Our weeklong celebration will simultaneously showcase diversity and cross-culturalism within the Jewish music and arts world, while also delving deeply into the Yiddishkayt that has always been at the core of our work.
Date: Thursday, September 1st- Monday, September 5th, 2022
Time: Multiple Times
Venue: Harbourfront Centre
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TORONTO DRAGON FESTIVAL 2022
Prepare to dazzle Toronto and the world, Canadian Association of Chinese Performing Arts will present you the 3rd Toronto Dragon Festival, featuring the unprecedented water show extravaganza performed on Nathan Phillips Square. The 2022 Toronto Dragon Festival will re-introduce the legend of the dragon, unfold a dynamic story of the dragon’s descendants, take over the stage by performing your favourite Kung Fu, traditional fashion show, acrobatics, and dance.
Date: Friday, September 2nd- Sunday, September 4th, 2022
Time: Multiple Times
Venue: Nathan Phillips Square
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CELTIC FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL
CNE brings Celtic Food Truck Festival celebrating Celtic heritage, music and food.
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the publication of James Joyce’s Ulysses, a new festival takes over Princes’ Boulevard for a rousing weekend that celebrates Celtic culture with music, entertainment and food.
Date: Thursday, September 1st- Monday, September 5th, 2022
Time: Multiple Times
Venue: Exhibition Place
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SMORGASBURG
Smorgasburg is the largest weekly open-air food market in America, attracting thousands of people to Brooklyn, Manhattan, Jersey City, Los Angeles and Miami each weekend to eat from dozens of local vendors. This summer, Smorgasburg will launch the first-ever international weekly market in Toronto.
The market is being produced by Landon Logie, a Toronto event producer with a specialization in the design of culinary events. Toronto food writer Suresh Doss (CBC Toronto, Toronto Star) is curating the food and drink program for Smorgasburg Toronto’s eight-week run.
Date: Every Saturday until September 10th, 2022
Time: 11:00 AM- 6:00 PM
Venue: 7 Queens Quay East, Toronto
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TORONTO INTERNATIONAL BUSKERFEST 2022
Join comedians, escape-artists, sword-swallowers, musicians, magicians, fire jugglers, acrobats, aerial artists, clowns and daredevils; over a hundred of the most extraordinary street performers on earth, as they descend upon Woodbine Park for some serious fun!
Date: Friday, September 2nd- Monday, September 5th, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Venue: Woodbine Beach
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ELECTRIC ISLAND
Toronto’s favourite concert + picnic series, Electric Island, is taking place this summer at Ontario Place, West Island. Electric Island continues to push boundaries when curating an eclectic lineup across three stages, by combining the best international house and techno artists, along with Canada’s top electronic music talent.
Date: Saturday, September 3rd- Sunday, September 4th, 2022
Time: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Venue: Ontario Place, West Island
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CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL AIR SHOW
The Canadian International Air Show returns to Toronto’s Waterfront with jaw-dropping thrills! Experience the marvel of flight during an action-packed air show featuring daring aerobatics by modern military jets and vintage warbirds.
Date: Saturday, September 3rd- Monday, September 5th, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Venue: Toronto Waterfront
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ELTON JOHN- FAREWELL YELLOW BRICK ROAD THE FINAL TOUR
Elton John The legendary singer-songwriter has announced the rescheduled dates of his ‘Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour,’ visiting an additional 33 markets across North America.
Date: Wednesday, September 7th- Thursday, September 8th , 2022
Time: 8:00 PM- 11:00 PM
Venue: Rogers Centre
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TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2022
The 47th annual Toronto International Film festival is back featuring 10 days of screenings of international films.
The world’s largest public film festival is bringing theatrical experience back. There are different ticket options available this year for patrons: in-person tickets for in cinema viewing, drive-in, and open-air screenings, as well as a virtual screenings for an at-home experience.
Date: Thursday, September 8th- Sunday, September 18th , 2022
Time: 4:00 PM- 11:00 PM
Venue: Multiple Venues
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TORONTO CREW ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC
Enjoy a day of golfing and networking at our always-sold-out annual golf tournament!
A cocktail reception will follow after the tournament. Registration Closes on September 2, 2022.
Date: Wednesday, September 9th , 2022
Time: 8:00 AM- 6:00 PM
Venue: Angus Glen Golf Club
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ROLLING LOUD TORONTO 2022
Rolling Loud is arguably the biggest hip-hop festival in the world, so it’s a big deal that the Miami fest is coming to Toronto this year.
Date: Wednesday, September 9th- Friday, September 11th, 2022
Time: 3:00 PM
Venue: RBC Echo Beach
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CARIBBEANTALES INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2022
This is our 17th year of celebrating the talents of established and emerging filmmakers of Caribbean and African heritage who practice their art across the Caribbean Diaspora worldwide. This year will be a hybrid with both content available online and in-person. Please join us as we continue to celebrate the talents of established and emerging filmmakers of Caribbean and African heritage.
Date: Friday, September 9th- Friday, September 23rd , 2022
Time: 7:00 PM- 10:00 PM
Venue: Imagine Cinemas Carlton Cinema
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CELEBRATE TORONTO
Celebrate Toronto returns to Nathan Phillips Square, September 10 & 11! Featuring Live Music, Steam Whistle Beer Garden, Food Trucks, Interactive Activities & Photo Ops, the Toronto Made Market – a 6000 square foot shopping experience with over 100 local vendors, and o much more.
Date: Saturday, September 10th- Sunday, September 11th , 2022
Time: 12:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Venue: Nathan Phillips Square
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FULL MOON MID AUTUMN FESTIVAL
So good we had to bring it back! The Second Annual Full Moon Mid-Autumn Festival is a classic treat to finish with something sweet; glamorously celebrating the Mid-Autumn Full Moon with lanterns, moon cakes, entertainment, and more!
Date: Saturday, September 10th, 2022
Time: 6:00 PM- 2:00 AM
Venue: Grand Bizarre
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THE KARMA CUP FESTIVAL 2022
The Karma Cup Festival, is a two-day, mostly, OUTDOOR festival (RAIN or SHINE), and is held in Toronto, West End, on the weekend of September 10th & 11th. The location is TTC accessible. The festival includes a Vendor Village, DJs, Live art mural, Sesh space for socializing, and The Karma Cup Awards Ceremony.
Date: Saturday, September 10th- Sunday, September 11th , 2022
Time: 7:00 PM
Venue: TBD
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OKTOBERFEST
Prost! One of our most popular festivals is returning to Canada’s Wonderland: Oktoberfest! Our Oktoberfest at the Park will include authentic German-themed food and beverage specials and traditional festival bands! Get ready to toast your stein and join the German food and beer festival for two fun-filled weekends!
Date: Saturday, September 10th- Sunday, September 18th, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM- 8:00 PM
Venue: Canada’s Wonderland
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VEG FOOD FEST
Our 38th year will be taking place at our historic location—Harbourfront Centre, with over 150 vegan vendors, two full days of shopping, programming, food, and those OG Veg Food Fest vibes!
Date: Saturday, September 10th- Sunday, September 11th, 2022
Time: 11:00 AM- 7:00 PM
Venue: Harbourfront Centre
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THE URBAN EXHBIT BY TORONTO ART CRAWL
TORONTO’S LARGEST ONE DAY OUTDOOR ART FESTIVAL!
If you are looking for art, photography, sculptures, jewellery, fashion, home decor, vintage, wood work, skin care and more one of a kind items, you won’t want to miss this one day market.
Our event also features food vendors and live tunes by DJ Kid Artik!
So bring your appetite and your dancing shoes!
Date: Saturday, September 10th- Sunday, September 11th, 2022
Time: 12:00 PM- 6:00 PM
Venue: The Bentway
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DADDY YANKEE- LA ULTIMA VUELTA WORLD TOUR
Reggaeton star Daddy Yankee is coming to Toronto for his brand new La Ultima Vuelta World Tour! See him live at Scotiabank Arena on Sep 11, 2022.
Date: Sunday, September 11th, 2022
Time: 7:00 PM- 9:00 PM
Venue: Scotiabank Arena
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TORONTO UKRANIAN FESTIVAL 2022
The Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival welcomes you to come and enjoy everything the Ukrainian culture has to offer. Discover Ukrainian culture in Canada and share the Ukrainian spirit at North America’s largest Ukrainian Street Festival. In 2022 and in our 26th edition we are returning to Bloor West Village.
Date: Friday, September 16th- Sunday, September 18th, 2022
Time: 5:00 AM- 11:00 PM
9:00 AM- 11:00 PM
10:30 AM- 7:00 PM
Venue: Bloor West Village
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REDPATH WATERFRONT FESTIVAL 2022
Take your imagination for a walk on Toronto’s waterfront with its first in-person festival after two years. The festival will take place over a weekend at HTO Park and Sugar Beach to celebrate the last weekend of summer with on-land and on-water programs.
Date: Saturday, September 17th- Sunday, September 18th, 2022
Time: All Day
Venue: HTO Park
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RONCESVALLES POLISH FESTIVAL 2022
Now entering its fifteenth year, the Roncesvalles Polish Festival adds an old world charm to today’s Roncesvalles Village, well-known as one of Toronto’s most vibrant, diverse and creative communities. Enjoy great local and international music, including Polish folklore, Polka and Euro dance bands, and entertainment from near and far on multiple stages
Date: Saturday, September 17th- Sunday, September 18th, 2022
Time: 11:00 AM- 11:00 PM
Venue: Roncesvalles Ave
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CBC MUSIC PRESENTS: POLARIS MUSIC PRIZE GALA
The Polaris Music prize is a not-for-profit organization that annually honours and rewards artists who produce Canadian music albums of distinction. A select panel of music critics judge and award the Prize without regard to musical genre or commercial popularity.
Each year, on the third Monday of September, the Polaris Music Prize holds a Gala to honour the Short List nominees and announce a winner of the $50,000 Cash prize.
Date: Monday, September 19th, 2022
Time: 8:00 PM
Venue: The Carlu
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ELEVATE FESTIVAL
Elevate Festival is Canada’s largest technology and arts festival, featuring world-class speakers, leading tech minds, notable celebrities, and the next generation of innovators. Returning to Toronto this year, ticket holders can experience new immersive highlights including a multi-night outdoor Block Party, featuring must-see musicians, a physical Non-Fungible Token (NFT) Art Gallery, showcasing the work of emerging and underrepresented creators, and networking opportunities.
Date: Tuesday, September 20th- Thursday, September 22nd, 2022
Time: 9:00 AM- 11:00 PM
Venue: Meridian Hall
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JUST FOR LAUGHS TORONTO
Developed with a mandate to celebrate the most hilarious, innovative, riveting and relevant comedy experiences in the world with Toronto audiences, Just For Laughs TORONTO’s unique interactive pass-based ticketing and reservation system makes it the first comedy festival of its kind.
Date: Thursday, September 22nd- Friday, September 30th, 2022
Time: 10:00 AM- 1:00 AM
Venue: Multiple Venues
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THE WEEKND AFTER HOURS TIL DAWN TOUR
The Weeknd will be taking over the Rogers Centre on Thursday, September 22nd.
Date: Thursday, September 22nd, 2022
Time: 6:30 PM
Venue: Rogers Centre
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ROSALIA ‘MOTOMAMI’ WORLD TOUR
Spanish songstress Rosalía has announced a major world tour commencing in 2022 to support her brand new album ‘Motomami’.
Date: Friday, September 23rd, 2022
Time: 8:30 PM- 11:30 PM
Venue: Budweiser Stage
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SUKI WATERHOUSE LIVE IN CONCERT
English model, actress and singer Suki Waterhouse will perform live at Velvet Underground on Sep 27 at 7:00PM.
Date: Tuesday, September 27th, 2022
Time: 7:00 PM- 10:00 PM
Venue: Velvet Underground
Toronto Fundraiser Events
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RBC RACE FOR THE KIDS
The 2022 race is back live in Mel Lastman Square on September 17 or virtually wherever you are!
Since its inception in 2013, the RBC Race for the Kids, has rallied over 57,000 participants, raised over $18 million and become one of the largest charity walk/run in the GTA. The event is a premier walking/running event appropriate for all levels of ability. It seeks to engage everyone in the family from toddlers to grandparents with the goal of raising funds and awareness for youth mental health.
Date: Saturday, September 17th, 2022
Time: 8:00 AM- 2:00 PM
Venue: Mel Lastman Square Rink.
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2022 KISS CF GOODBYE #6 MUSIC FUNDRAISER FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS
KISS CF GOODBYE is back! Please join us on September 24th, 2022 at our 6th annual fundraiser for Cystic Fibrosis, KISS CF GOODBYE 6 held at The Historic Opera House located at 735 Queen St East in Toronto, all to raise awareness and funds for Cystic Fibrosis. Doors open at 7 PM with show time at 8:00 PM running till 11:59 PM. This event marks the 1st in 3 years and over the last 5 years, we surpassed all expectations raising over $60,000 with over 2,400 in attendance. Our magical fundraiser #6 will be a night to remember with incredible music, fun, and prizes, you do not want to miss this night!
Date: Saturday, September 24th, 2022
Time: 7:00 PM- 11:59 PM
Venue: Opera House
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10th ANNUAL PINK DIAMOND GALA
Considerable 550+ gala attendees will come together to enjoy a leading event that facilitates the support and direct aid of breast cancer survivors. After BREAST CANCER’s mission is to empower women nationwide who are affected by breast cancer through aftercare education, resources, financial aid, and community engagement. Since its inception, after BREAST CANCER has empowered survivors to keep surviving and thriving, financing support over 2500 women to date. The direct impact of this single gala event is incomparable.
Date: Sunday, September 25th, 2022
Time: 10:30 AM- 3:00 PM
Venue: Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex
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KIDNEY WALK TOGETHER
Join the Kidney Walk on Sunday, September 25. When you join The Kidney Foundation’s walk, you’re joining thousands of Canadians with a shared belief in doing all we can to support our loved ones living with kidney disease. The Kidney Walk is our cornerstone fundraising event and raises crucial funds to support kidney disease research, and programs and services designed to improve the lives of Canadians living with kidney disease and those who care for them.
Date: Sunday, September 25th, 2022
Time: 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM
Venue: Virtual
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