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SUMMARY:Lunchtime In The Square
DESCRIPTION:Transform your Tuesday lunch hour into a high-energy #HotSquareSummer  reset with live DJ sets and a rotating selection of local food truck  flavours. At Sankofa Square\, we’re energizing the midday workday and  fueling the rhythm of the downtown core. \nA #HotSquareSummer reset\, every Tuesday.⁠ \n Tuesdays (noon – 3pm)⁠ \nLunchtime in the Square series dates: June 2\, 9 & 30; July 7\, 14\, 21 & 28; August 4\, 11\, 18 & 25 \nGo to sankofasquare.ca/hotsquaresummer to see the full season of free weekly events.
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/lunchtime-in-the-square/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square\, 1 Dundas St E\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2R8\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Festivals,Food & Drink,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Fitness In The Square
DESCRIPTION:Free outdoor sessions focused on movement\, mindfulness\, and community care. The ultimate after-work decompression designed to recharge both body and mind as the city transitions into the evening. \nFitness in the Square series dates: June 3\, 10 & 24; July 8\, 15\, 22 & 29; August 5\, 12\, 19 & 26 \nGo to sankofasquare.ca/hotsquaresummer to see the full season of free weekly events.
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/fitness-in-the-square/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square\, 1 Dundas St E\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2R8\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fitness & Wellness
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SUMMARY:Music In The Square
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy free live concerts featuring a curated mix of emerging artists and beloved homegrown icons. At Sankofa Square\, this weekly celebration brings the vibrant energy of Toronto’s music scene right to the heart of downtown for an unforgettable #HotSquareSummer evening.Music in the Square series dates: June 4\, 18 & 25; July 9\, 16\, 23 & 30; August 6\, 13\, 20 & 27 \nGo to sankofasquare.ca/hotsquaresummer to see the full season of free weekly events.
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/music-in-the-square/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square\, 1 Dundas St E\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2R8\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Melanin Market In The Square
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black creativity\, entrepreneurship\, and community at the Melanin Market! This special afternoon-to-evening partner presentation features a curated selection of local fashion\, art\, and handcrafted goods from Black-owned businesses. Pull up ready to shop\, move\, and  celebrate as we kick off the first market of the season with an incredible lineup of interactive community activations. \nMelanin Market in the Square dates: June 5\, July 10\, & August 14 \nGo to sankofasquare.ca/hotsquaresummer to see the full season of free weekly events.
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/melanin-market-in-the-square/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square\, 1 Dundas St E\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2R8\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Cultural Celebrations,Markets
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260612T130000
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SUMMARY:Luminato at Sankofa Square
DESCRIPTION:Luminato at Sankofa Square \nPresented by Luminato Festival \nSupported by BMO\, the City of Toronto’s Community Celebration Support Fund\, Downtown Yonge BIA\, and the Toronto Star \n \nLuminato Festival takes over Sankofa Square to electrify the city’s busiest intersection. Live performances and shocking feats will stop locals and tourists in their tracks to stare in awe. The full day affair will also have games and arts activities for all ages. \nLuminato at Sankofa Square features performances from Quebec’s Camion d’Intervention Artistique – CIART\, a spectacular aerial circus show on a fire truck\, and Brazil’s Mal Perdedor (Bad Loser)\, a hilarious clown show that integrates archery\, opera\, and circus arts. \nThe day will also host an epic performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 performed by The Toronto Symphony Orchestra with Toronto Mendelssohn Choir livestreamed into Sankofa Square’s digital screens. By the final movement\, choristers from across the city will flood Sankofa Square to sing the finale of Ode to Joy together. \nCome to Luminato at Sankofa Square and witness the city transform into a space of exploration and play. \n \nSCHEDULE \n1:00 PM – Vendor Market \n3:00 PM – Mal Perdedor (Bad Loser)  \n4:00 PM – Camion d’intevention Artistique – CIART  \n7:30 PM – Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony Livestream from Roy Thomson Hall  \n8:15 PM – Ode to Joy
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/luminato-at-sankofa-square/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square\, 1 Dundas St E\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2R8\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Festivals,Performing Arts,Toronto26 (Soccer Celebration)
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SUMMARY:Ode to Joy: Sing with the Symphony
DESCRIPTION:Supported by BMO\, the City of Toronto’s Community Celebration Support Fund\, The William and Nona Heaslip Foundation\, and Downtown Yonge BIA 
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/ode-to-joy-sing-with-the-symphony/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square\, 1 Dundas St E\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2R8\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Cultural Celebrations,Live Music,Toronto26 (Soccer Celebration)
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SUMMARY:DESIFEST presented by TD: Celebrating 20 Years
DESCRIPTION:DESIFEST 20 celebrates 20 years of music\, culture\, and community with live shows\, DJs\, food\, and energy in Toronto. Join us June 19–20. \nDESIFEST 2026 — 20th Anniversary \nToronto’s longest running South Asian music festival \nPresented by TD \nJune 19–20\, 2026 \nSankofa Square\, Toronto (formerly Yonge-Dundas Square) \nFree Admission
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/desifest-presented-by-td-celebrating-20-years/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square\, 1 Dundas St E\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2R8\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Festivals,Live Music
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Toronto Diversity Festival
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Toronto Diversity Festival (TDF2026)! \nJoin us in the heart of Toronto for 9th Annual TDF2026 — a vibrant\, in-person celebration of culture\, community\, and connection! \nThe Toronto Diversity Festival showcases the rich tapestry of cultures that make our city so special. As Canada’s most ethnically diverse city\, Toronto is home to a dynamic mosaic of communities\, traditions\, and stories — and this festival brings them all together in one unforgettable experience. \n What to Expect \n Live music and cultural dance performances \n Delicious food from around the world \n Interactive workshops and art showcases \n Meaningful connections across communities \n A safe\, inclusive\, and welcoming space for all \nFrom arts and heritage to culinary delights and creative expression\, TDF2026 celebrates the beauty of diversity and the power of unity. \nAt Moksha Canada\, we believe in honoring the unique differences that make our region thrive. Regardless of race\, ethnicity\, gender\, sexual orientation\, or background\, we are united in the spirit of oneness. \n Unity in Diversity / World in a City  \nCome celebrate what makes us unique — and what brings us together. \n Get Involved \nPerformers | Volunteers | VendorsRegister today: www.mokshacanada.com/get-involved \n Sponsorship Opportunities \n 647-831-7223 info@mokshacanada.com
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/9th-annual-toronto-diversity-festival/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square\, 1 Dundas St E\, Toronto\, ON M5B 2R8\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2R8
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Community Events,Cultural Celebrations,Festivals,Food & Drink,Kids & Family,Markets
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