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1. July
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Festivals
Canada Day
July 1
Celebrate the nation’s birthday with exciting
musical performances and activities for the
whole family, including Sharon & Bram, Nomadic
Massive and a fabulous display of fireworks over
Lake Ontario.
Oh Canada!
July 2–3
This Canada Day weekend, we showcase the
wide range that is Canadian music, with exciting
performances from Toronto’s own Cowboy
Junkies and more.
Future Routes
July 8–10
Artists and performers from around the globe
forge new paths and smash stereotypes to create
bold and far-out sounds. Featuring the legendary
Orlando Julius & The Afro Soundz and more.
Ritmo y Color: The Streets of Mexico
Generously supported by the Consulate General of
Mexico and the Mexico Tourism Board
July 15–17
Experience the culture, colourful murals and
aroma of delicious street food from Mexico City.
Featuring Astrid Hadad, one of Mexico’s greatest
musicians and performance artists.
Shield to Shore
July 22–24
Follow the trajectory of the St. Lawrence
River, from Upper Canada to the Atlantic, as
we showcase the contemporary culture of
this region. Featuring The Elwins, Great Lake
Swimmers and more.
Island Soul
July 29 – August 1
Explore the theme of revivalism in the Caribbean
and French Creole culture, with programming
for the whole family, including Jah9’s mystical
performance of poetry and dub.
Theatre
Lucha by the Water
In association with LuchaTO
July 17
Get ready to rumble! Mexico’s top lucha libre
talent face-off inside the ring with some of
Toronto’s homegrown, high-flying wrestlers. Part
of Ritmo y Color: The Streets of Mexico.
Tickets from $15 available at harbourfrontcentre.com
East Coast Comedy Revue
July 22
Bust a gut laughing with Atlantic Canada’s
funniest comedians. Part of Shield to Shore.
Tickets from $20 available at harbourfrontcentre.com
Music
Summer Music in the Garden
Presented by TD
Until September 18
On most Sundays at 4pm and Thursdays at
7pm, the Toronto Music Garden comes to life.
Experience the best classical music from around
the world in a wonderfully serene setting. Guided
tours of the garden are available on Wednesdays
at 11am and 5:30pm on concert days, or pick up
an audio guide to explore at your own pace.
GUMBO: Future Routes After-Party
July 9
The Afrobeats party of the summer.
Tickets from $10 available at harbourfrontcentre.com
Yaadcore: Island Soul After-Party
July 30
Tun up at the city’s hottest roots-reggae party!
Tickets $5 cash at the door
Ongoing
Tai Chi
July–August
Every Monday (except August 2) participate in
free Tai Chi classes on the Exhibition Common.
Yoga
July–August
Every Tuesday unwind with free yoga classes on
the Exhibition Common.
Harbourfront Centre Shop
Sunday–Thursday: 11am–6pm
Friday–Saturday: 11am–8pm
We carry beautifully designed works from our
Artists-in-Residence in our Craft & Design Studio,
as well as extraordinary accessories, gifts and
one-of-a-kind delights from makers across the
country and the world.
Purina PawsWay
Wednesday-Friday: 12–8pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9am – 6pm
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Holiday Hours: 10am-5pm
Exhibits and events for you and your pet at 245
Queens Quay West. Free general admission.
Craft & Design Studio
Year-round
For over 40 years our Craft & Design Studio has
seen hundreds of artists hone their skills. Walk
through our corridors and watch artists working
in textiles, glass, metal and ceramics in a fully-
equipped facility.
Craft & Design
Craft & Design Animateurs
Sundays
Every Sunday afternoon from 2–4pm, volunteers
will be located in the Craft & Design Studio
corridor to answer the public’s questions.
Silver or Gold Ring Workshop
July 9
In this one-day workshop, students learn a variety
of basic jewellery techniques through creating
samples and finished work.
Introductory Jewellery
July 18 – August 22
In this 6-week course, students learn a wide
range of jewellery-making techniques through
creating samples and finished pieces.
Organic Casting Workshop
July 23
In this one-day workshop, students learn various
direct methods of primitive casting, including
cuttlefish bone and charcoal block casting.
Pottery
July 24 – September 11
In this 8-week course, students learn hand-
building techniques and how to make cups, vases
and bowls on the pottery wheel.
Ceramic Hand-Building Techniques
July 27 – August 31
In this 6-week course, students learn and use
current hand-building techniques for making
functional and small sculptural objects.
Film
Free Flicks
Presented by Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
Wednesdays
Until August 31
Join us Wednesday evenings on the waterfront
this summer for a series of fun and inspiring films.
This month, catch The Visitor, A Little Princess,
The Grand Seduction and The Mighty Quinn and
be sure to cast your vote for the audience choice
screening on August 31.