Toronto - Victoria Day Long Weekend
Things to do in Toronto this Victoria Day long weekend include plenty of outdoor activities now that the warmspring weather is here, some comedy shows and a dazzling fireworks display to celebrate the special occasion.
For those wanting to spend time outdoors, this long weekend gives you plenty of excuses to get some fresh air. Here's your chance to check out Pingle's Tulip Days and stroll through hundreds of gorgeous flowers and take the cutest pictures for the 'gram.
If you're looking for something to do outdoors downtown, then be sure to check out the new waterfront food festival, Festival of Flavours, which takes place at Sugar Beach all weekend long.
A ton of comedy shows are lined up in the coming days, too. Renowned comedians like Amir K, Matt McCusker, and Alex Edelman are all scheduled to entertain Toronto residents this long weekend, so if comedy is your thing, get ready to laugh your butt off.
And of course, no long weekend celebration is complete without fireworks. The annual Victoria Day fireworks are happening at Ashbridges Bay Park this coming Monday night, featuring a 14-minute display of colourful explosions in the night sky.
There's all this and so many other things to do in Toronto this Victoria Day long weekend. You can always read our previous round-ups for more inspo, or check out the complete events calendar to see more of what's happening around town.
Happy long weekend!
Top Picks
Date About the Event Location
May 8-18
Pingle's Tulip Days
Experience a field full of colourful tulips for photo ops and flower picking.
Pingle's Farm Market
May 16-18
Festival of Flavours
Toronto's newest food festival hits the waterfront this long weekend with over 50 vendors.
Sugar Beach
Comedy
Date About the Event Location
May 15
Friday Pro Stand Up Comedy
Canada's best comedians gather for a night of laughs.
Chef's Hall
May 15-16
AMIR K LIVE IN TORONTO!
Acclaimed comedian Amir K will entertain fans at Comedy Bar East.
Comedy Bar East
May 15
Matt McCusker: Healing Frequency Tour
Comedian Matt McCusker returns to Toronto as part of his Healing Frequency Tour.
Winter Garden Theatre
May 16
Alex Edelman: What Are You Going To Do
The ever-so-hilarious Alex Edelman is set to perform stand-up in the city this weekend.
The Winter Garden Theatre
May 16 - August 15
Femme Fatale Comedy Show: The Funniest Women in Comedy
A can't-miss comedy showcase featuring a full lineup of female comedians.
The Comedy Lab
Concerts
Date About the Event Location
May 15
The Kid LAROi: A Perfect World Tour
The Kid LAROi brings his music to Toronto for one night only.
Coca-Cola Coliseum
Events you might want to check out
Date About the Event Location
May 11-17
Lulaworld 2026
A seven-day music festival celebrating salsa, jazz, timba, boogaloo, samba, and other worldly genres
Lula Lounge
May 16
BACKYARD: Asian Night Market
Come celebrate Asian Heritage Month at STACKT Market and shop from over 50 vendors.
STACKT market
May 16
EUROVISION 2026 TORONTO WATCH PARTY
A watch party for the most over-the-top music competition on Earth, Eurovision.
Pegasus Bar
May 16 - October 10
Hidden Toronto Walking Tour
Feeling restless? This walking tour explores all all the things in Toronto that make the city bizarre.
Food & Drink
Date About the Event Location
May 15-17
Wine Fest Toronto: Spring 2026
Savour various flavours of wine at this three-day-long festival.
Heritage Court at Exhibition Place
Monday
Date About the Event Location
February 2 - November 30
Free Mini Putt Mondays
Enjoy free mini putting at Reid's Distillery.
Reid's Distillery
May 18
Ashbridges Bay Park Victoria Day Fireworks
The City of Toronto presents Victoria Day fireworks at Ashbridges Bay Park.
Ashbridges Bay Park
Movie Screenings
Date About the Event Location
May 17
The Python Hunt
Grab tickets to watch this award-winning documentary spotlighting life in Florida.
Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
Ongoing events
Date About the Event Location
April 12 - December 21
Kensington Market 'Taste the World' Food Tour 2026
Try delicious dishes at Kensington Market.
Multiple Venues
April 13 - June 22
Taste of Downtown Yonge: Spring Bites Food Tour $20
A culinary tour presented by Downtown Yonge BIA.
Multiple Venues
April 28 - December 31
FREE Guided Tours at ROM
A free 45-minutes tour of Royal Ontario Museum from 11am to 2pm daily.
Royal Ontario Museum
May 9 - December 20
Sunday Variety Market
Explore this weekly pop-up market where you can find hundreds of vintage goods to bring home.
St. Lawrence Market (Big White Tent)
May 2 - September 27
Kensington Flea Market 2026
The popular Kensington Flea is back this spring season.
216 Augusta Ave.
Parties
Date About the Event Location
May 16
Giddy Up! with Dirty Dale, Jason Skilz, Marc Gleeson, Dylan Van Nostrand
A monthly dance party with a stellar lineup of local DJs.
Embassy
May 17
All Vinyl Everything: Victoria Day Long Weekend '26 Edition
A party featuring just vinyls and turntables.
Drake Hotel
May 17
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