Friday, November 22 | 1 PM to 6 PM

Join us for an unforgettable sing-along featuring karaoke with Taylor Swift’s biggest hits brought to life by fellow fans on-screen! Alongside the music, enjoy hands-on crafts, including making friendship bracelets and designing your own tote bag. Capture fun memories at the 360 Photo Booth and explore our interactive displays, perfect for Instagram moments. Whether you’re a Swiftie or simply looking for a creative weekend outing, parTAY @ The Square is the place to be! Don’t forget to share your photos with us to keep the fun going online!

For more info, visit our website (link in bio) or visit downtownyonge.com/partay/

Friday, November 15 | 1 PM to 6 PM

Join us for an unforgettable sing-along featuring karaoke with Taylor Swift’s biggest hits brought to life by fellow fans on-screen! Alongside the music, enjoy hands-on crafts, including making friendship bracelets and designing your own tote bag. Capture fun memories at the 360 Photo Booth and explore our interactive displays, perfect for Instagram moments. Whether you’re a Swiftie or simply looking for a creative weekend outing, parTAY @ The Square is the place to be! Don’t forget to share your photos with us to keep the fun going online!

For more info, visit our website (link in bio) or visit downtownyonge.com/partay/

Thursday, November 14 | 9 AM to 7 PM

Visit the Mobile Yankee Candle Village to find your favourite fragrance – and you might just get to take home a candle of your own!

For more information, please visit yankeecandle.com

Saturday, October 19 | 10 AM to 3 PM 

The Taiwanese Canadian community proudly presents the Taiwan Fair at the Square, a vibrant celebration of Taiwan's rich cultural heritage. As the city welcomes the beauty of autumn, this event offers a unique opportunity to experience the best of Taiwanese traditions and connect with the heart of Toronto. 

From 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on October 19th, immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere filled with community performances showcasing traditional music, dance, and martial arts. Savor the authentic flavors of Taiwan with an array of street vendors. Explore a variety of booths featuring intricate crafts, cultural artifacts, and merchandise that capture the spirit of Taiwan. 

Whether you're a long-time fan of Taiwanese culture or simply curious, this fair is the perfect opportunity to learn, enjoy, and celebrate the diverse traditions that make our community unique.

Saturday, September 7 | 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Join us for the biggest Onam celebration in North America. This free event showcases Kerala's rich cultural heritage with spectacular performances. Immerse yourself in Kerala's colorful traditions and festivities, featuring cultural showcases, traditional music, and dance. Enjoy the warmth and hospitality of the Kerala community with various activities and attractions for all ages. There will be a variety of vendors offering traditional foods, crafts, and merchandise. Onam is a traditional harvest festival from Kerala, India, celebrated with grand cultural events, traditional music, dance, and feasts. Don’t miss this family-friendly cultural extravaganza!

For more information, visit mahaonam.ca 

Friday, September 6 | 2 PM to 8 PM

Kiehl’s is inviting you to take a look inside the lab and ‘Get Skin Smart’!

The ‘Get Skin Smart’ Kiehl’s truck will be popping up across the GTA for a limited time only; serving guests (drop-in style) the chance to step inside and learn the true insights behind your favourite Kiehl’s skincare products with opportunity to curate your best Kiehl’s skincare routine for your skin needs. The activation will feature a one-on-one skincare consultation with Kiehl’s Derma pros, an educational analysis of Kiehl’s skincare ingredients and formulations, and interactive on-location games with exclusive Kiehl’s product prizes. Complimentary sampling available.

@kiehlscanada #KiehlsCanada #GetSkinSmart

Sunday, August 25 | 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Join us at Yonge-Dundas Square (soon to be Sankofa Square) for a thrilling weekend of Buskers and Games! Enjoy an afternoon of family-friendly entertainment, from talented buskers to games such as mini golf, ping pong, and giant chess. Participate in the fun from 12-7 pm on Sunday. 

Saturday, August 24 | 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Everyone vs. Racism is a celebration of culture and race that invites all people to reflect on how they can help eradicate societal racism through positive messaging and various art forms. The event will feature a 53 foot Speedy Transport Trailer being graffitied by Jessey Pacho (Art of Phade), Kedre Browne, and RONS (Ryan Dineen), and the audience will get to enjoy an array of vendors from the Toronto community, DJs, and will focus on raising awareness and celebrating Hip Hop culture. The event is being run in collaboration with SZTG, StreetARToronto, and iDream.

Friday, August 23 | 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

African Fashion Week Toronto (AFWT) is a non-for-profit initiative produced in partnership with SHARK BEAUTY and AFRO CENTRE FOR THE ARTS. The event occurs once a year (August) showcasing culture-rich events and brand launch activities. AFWT spans across Toronto and brings exposure to various designers and brands including those from out of province and throughout the world.

For more information, visit https://www.afwt.ca/

Sunday, August 18 | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

With over 80 locations across Vietnam, Korea, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Canada, the iconic Cộng Cà Phê is thrilled to announce the opening of its 2nd North American location on Toronto’s Elm Street. Our cafés invite Torontonians to experience a unique blend of tradition and modernity, bringing the vibrant Vietnamese coffee culture to the heart of the city.

Join us at our special event to taste our signature Coconut Coffee Smoothie—a refreshing fusion of rich Vietnamese coffee and creamy coconut, the drink that made Cộng Cà Phê famous! Want to explore more of our menu? Visit us during the soft opening at 3 Elm Street, Toronto!

IG: @congcaphe.ca TikTok: @congcaphe.ca

#CongCapheAroundTheWorld

For more information, visit congcaphe.ca.

Saturday, August 17 | 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Woodbine Entertainment Group will be hosting the King’s Plate Garden Party on August 17th to give Torontonians the opportunity to experience Canada's most coveted horse race, in the heart of the city. Come down to Yonge-Dundas Square to watch the race on the massive screens around the square, enjoy food and beverage, and learn how to bet on horses via off-site betting stations and through affiliated betting apps. Food and beverage will be available for purchase and along with on-site entertainment and activities. Block your calendars, you don’t want to miss out on this unique and fun experience.

For more information, visit https://woodbine.com/kingsplate/

Saturday, August 10 | 11 AM to 11 PM

Smoke’s Poutinerie, the World’s Largest & Original Poutinerie, is bringing the most EPIC Poutine Powerhouse Party in Canada to Toronto’s Yonge-Dundas Square to say THANK YOU to Fans – Don’t miss Smoke-A-Palooza, Saturday, August 10, 2024!

This Rockin’ Event Features:

• The Smoke’s Poutinerie World Poutine Eating Championship
  The LARGEST Poutine Eating Competition in the world, sanctioned by Major League Eating (MLE). World Top-Ranked Eaters compete in a 10-minute Poutine Eating Competition.

• The Ryan Smolkin Memorial CEO Challenge
  An impressive assembly of some of Canada’s highest profile C-suite execs joining together to raise money for charity partner, We Care, and compete in a friendly 2min Poutine Eating Challenge.

• Rock n’ Roll Stage Show Entertainment
  A totally tubular lineup of 80s Tribute Bands – Crued, 80s Gone Wild, Sheer Heart Attack & Destroyer! Daredevil Circus Shows & Roaming Entertainers!!

• FREE Poutine

• Beverage Garden

• Partner Activations, Games & Prizing

For more information, visit smokespoutinerie.com/wpec | @smokes_poutinerie

Sunday, July 21 | 11 AM to 11 PM

YOUTH DAY is a free family celebration that showcases the positive achievements of our young artists who perform and display their music, dance, art, photography, fashion and film across two outdoor stages.

For more information, visit youthdayglobal.com

Saturday, July 20 | 12 PM to 8 PM

The Indonesian Food Festival, organized by Indonesian Consulate General in Toronto, is an annual cultural celebration that brings together the vibrant Indonesian community in Toronto, Ontario. The festival aims to showcase the richness and diversity of Indonesian culture through food, music, dance, art and so much more. 

A constant live performance will be held on the YDS stage such as traditional and contemporary music or dance, martial arts demonstration, and line dance. At the same time, the visitors can also taste various Indonesian foods, tons of pre-packaged food products, batik, as well as handicraft products, from more than 20 stalls.

With its diverse assortment of culinary and cultural activities, the Indonesian Food Festival is something that can not be missed out for everyone. Let’s come and join us…it is open and free for all.

#IniDiplomasi #RintisKemajuan #WonderfulIndonesia #Kemlu_RI #KJRIToronto

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 | 9 AM to 9 PM

Think you’ve got game?

Gear up for an epic health and basketball takeover as Sun Life and Canada Basketball join forces to bring you the ultimate wellness experience. 

Be a fan of your health and dive into a world of hoops with a chance to win exclusive prizes, watch top-tier basketball, and meet Canada Basketball team players.

For more information, please visit sunlife.ca

Thursday June 27, 2024
3 PM - 9 PM

Community Folk Art Council is proud to present the Canadian Multiculturalism Day Festival on June 27, 2024 at Yonge-Dundas Square, Toronto. This programme is made possible through a Celebrate Canada grant from the Ministry of Canadian Heritage.  The festival features live performances of music and dances of diverse cultures on the Yonge-Dundas Square stage throughout the afternoon and evening.  Event begins at 3:00 pm, and live performances run from 4:00-9:00 pm, featuring performances ranging from Celtic fiddling, Korean dance, Bulgarian folk singing, Armenian dance,  Hawaiian dance, Ukrainian dance, Serbian dance, Mexican dance, Syrian music and more! 

For more Information, please visit facebook.com/CFACToronto

Saturday, June 22, 2024
2 PM to 8 PM

War Child Canada and Oxfam Canada invite the public for an inspirational experience! Recognize World Refugee Day with a free music and arts festival featuring eclectic, high-energy performers hailing from across the globe. Join us to hear music and stories of hope and resilience centered around the importance of refugee education. Multicultural food trucks and tents will be on site, offering a variety of diverse cuisine, from Africa to the Himalayas to the Middle East and beyond. 

Our main stage lineup features performances by Brynn Albanese, Ensemble Topaz, UNA, Amanie Illfated, Waleed Kush Afro-Jazz, TRIBZ, and Robi Botos Band. The event will be hosted by our Emcee, Rick Campanelli, with additional music provided by DJ Flowmaster.

For more information, visit eventbrite.ca/festival-of-hope

Monday, June 17, 2024
12 PM to 6 PM

Silk®, the popular plant-based brand, has introduced a new protein yogurt made with Canadian pea protein. This innovative yogurt, available in two delicious flavours—Key Lime and Vanilla—boasts a signature Greek-style thick texture. Each 175g serving contains a whopping 12 grams of protein. On June 12 and June 17, you can experience the tantalizing taste of Silk’s Protein Plant-Based Yogurt at Dundas Square. Don’t miss out on this plant-powered yogurt that combines flavour and nutrition. 🌱🥣👌

For more information, visit @silk_canada

Wednesday, June 12, 2024
11 AM to 6 PM

I Am from Reykjavik is more than a performance—it's an invitation to introspection. It challenges us to examine our relationships with space and time, to reconsider the boundaries between self and other, and to embrace the possibility of forging meaningful connections in unexpected places. Join Sonia Hughes on this transformative journey, where every structure built and dismantled is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit to build your sense of home anywhere and in anyone you can. 

For more information, visit www.luminatofestival.com/i-am-from-reykjavik