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SUMMARY:Smoke-A-Palooza 2025
DESCRIPTION:Smoke-A-Palooza is BACK\, baby! Smoke’s Poutinerie is taking over Sankofa Square (formerly Yonge–Dundas Square) with 12 straight hours of ENTERTAINMENT! The largest fan centric charity powerhouse Party. \nPoutine Lovers… get ready for FREE Fries\, Curd & Gravy\, Psycho Circus Daredevil Stunts\, Activations & Prizing\, the return of the legendary Smoke’s Poutinerie World Poutine Eating Championship (WPEC) and plan to party all night with a wicked lineup of LIVE 80s Rock Tribute Bands!!! \nWhat to Expect: \nThe Smoke’s Poutinerie World Poutine Eating Championship – Back and bigger than ever!\nJoey Chestnut returns to defend his title and world record: 28.5 lbs of Poutine in 10 minutes!\nLIVE 80s Rock Tribute Bands – Destroyer\, 80s Gone Wild & Sheer Heart Attack\nHigh-Energy Entertainment and Interactive Activations\nThe Ryan Smolkin Memorial CEO Challenge 2025: A high-stakes\, 2-minute Poutine-Eating Showdown featuring corporate Canada execs\, all in support of We Care \nCome for the Poutine\, stay for the Party!! Smoke-A-Palooza 2025 promises an all-day extravaganza of flavour\, fun\, and full-throttle entertainment. Arrive hungry\, bring your crew\, and get ready to rock the Square like never before!
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/smoke-a-palooza-2025/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square (formerly Yonge-Dundas Square)\, 1 Dundas Street East\, Toronto\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Kids & Family,Live Music,Outdoor
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SUMMARY:Sankofa Day
DESCRIPTION:This powerful\, free\, full-day event marks a significant new cultural tradition for Toronto\, rooted in remembrance\, healing\, and the vibrant future of the Square. \nThe free 13-hour celebration will feature a dynamic blend of programming that includes a Black-led community run\, Indigenous and African ancestral ceremonies\, art installations\, food\, digital and film showcases\, cultural and sports activations\, performances\, and a headline DJ set to close the night. Sankofa Day at Sankofa Square promises to be one of Toronto’s most meaningful cultural gatherings. \nSankofa Day Highlights include: \nCanada’s most prominent public Sankofa Day commemoration and celebration to date\nIndigenous and African Ancestral ceremonies to open the Square\nSankofa Square brand reveal and digital screen takeover\nThe iDREAM Awards live reveal of five $1 million in Media Award recipients\nAfrodiasporic DJ Sets by Afrique Like Me\nA closing party with Moonshine feat. Pierre Kwenders\nLive Performances by artists such as Natasha Fisher and more\nPublic art and design installations by Nicole Nomsa Moyo\nEveryone vs. Racism activation presented by Speedy Transport\nCaribbean Film Festival screenings and global media exhibitions\nSports and wellness activations with Ultra Black\, Hill Run Club\, Canada Basketball\, and Hoop Queens
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/sankofa-day/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square (formerly Yonge-Dundas Square)\, 1 Dundas Street East\, Toronto\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:Indigenous,Kids & Family,Live Music,Outdoor,Performing Arts,Sports
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SUMMARY:Double Decker Night Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience Toronto like never before with a double-decker night tour. Step aboard an iconic bus and embark on an enchanting journey through the sparkling city lights. Marvel at Toronto’s iconic landmarks as they come to life under the night sky. From the towering CN Tower to the historic Distillery District\, your expert guide will illuminate the city’s rich history and vibrant culture. With panoramic views from the open-air top deck\, capture breathtaking sights and create unforgettable memories. Join for an evening of wonder and discovery on a double-decker night tour of Toronto.
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/double-decker-night-tour/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square (formerly Yonge-Dundas Square)\, 1 Dundas Street East\, Toronto\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Kids & Family,Nightlife,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250815T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250901T190000
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SUMMARY:East Side Double Decker Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience a different side of Toronto on this non–hop-on-hop-off panoramic sightseeing tour that showcases the city’s vibrant and often overlooked east end. Travel in style aboard a classic open-top double-decker bus\, offering unobstructed views of the urban landscape as you journey through some of Toronto’s most distinctive and diverse neighborhoods. \nCruise across the Prince Edward Viaduct and along the Broadview corridor\, offering stunning views of Toronto’s skyline and the Don River Valley. Sit back and relax as you explore the colorful Gerrard India Bazaar\, one of North America’s largest South Asian marketplaces\, where the streets are alive with murals\, spice shops\, sari stores\, and street food vendors. \nLearn about Toronto’s Palace for Prisoners\, discover Chinatown East\, a lesser-known gem filled with traditional herbal shops\, bustling dim sum restaurants\, and stories of resilience and immigration. Pass through the eclectic charm of Leslieville\, now a creative hub filled with cafés\, boutiques\, and restored historic buildings and wind your way through Greektown on the Danforth\, famous for its lively atmosphere\, beautiful patios\, and deep-rooted Hellenic culture. \nThroughout your journey\, enjoy live guided commentary that brings each neighborhood to life\, sharing hidden histories\, cultural insights\, notable landmarks\, and the stories of the people who shaped them.
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/east-side-double-decker-tour/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square (formerly Yonge-Dundas Square)\, 1 Dundas Street East\, Toronto\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:History & Heritage,Kids & Family,Tours
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