It's still summer in the city though this one's been on the cool and rainy side so far. Nevertheless, the streets are alive with the sound of music, food tasting and fun! Here are the highlights of August events in Toronto:
SummerWorks 2000 (Aug. 3-13)
New and established artists from the Toronto area only during this 11-day festival.
Taste of the Danforth (Aug.11-13)
The original Greek part of the city becomes a giant street festival focusing on the food of the areas many restaurants, all Mediterranean in flavour. Some bistros and bars are open past 2 a.m. when the living is easy in the good old summertime and attract a young and lively crowd.
Toronto's Festival of Beer (Aug. 11-13)
A three-day beer festival, featuring breweries from around the world. How's this for a little culture with your brew? This event will be held at historic Fort York, near Skydome and the CN Tower.
Candian National Exhibition (Aug. 18-Sept. 4)
This is the 'grand-daddy' of Toronto summer events from years gone by, known affectionately among the locals as simply TheEx. It signals the drawing to a close of summer ending with Labour Day on the first Monday in September. The Ex features midway rides and carnival games, exhibits, music and a wide assortment of live entertainment.
The Canadian Hockey Show 2000 (Aug. 25-27)
Yes, it's summer but hockey season is 'just around the corner'. This show is a Shangri-La for hockey fans and consumers lasting three days, under one roof. For details about The Canadian Hockey Show, see their website.
Well, post Labour Day (September 4 this year) means back to the grind at school and work, but it also ushers in early fall in Toronto - a beautiful time!
Tune in to September Updates and a future article on Day-Trips from the City.
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