2025 Toronto Food Festival Calendar
Toronto’s food scene is primed for another year of fresh flavors and culinary creativity. Whether you’re into spicy dishes, upscale bites, or beloved street food, the city’s food festivals promise something for everyone. From Caribbean-inspired flavors to local cider tastings, these festivals bring together food lovers and vendors to celebrate everything that makes Toronto’s food scene one of a kind. Check the following 2025 Toronto Food Festival Calendar to keep updated.
Toronto Food Festival
T.O. Food & Drink Fest
- Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
- Time: April 11–13, 2025
- Friday: 3 PM–5 PM (Industry Preview), 5 PM–10 PM
- Saturday: 12 PM–10 PM (Two entry slots: 12–5 PM, 5–10 PM)
- Sunday: 12 PM–6 PM
- Feature: This massive festival gathers some of the best chefs, bartenders, and food vendors from across the country. Expect an exciting lineup of tastings, culinary demonstrations, and live entertainment, making it an unmissable experience for food and drink enthusiasts alike.
Mac and Cheese Festival
- Location: Ontario Place
- Time: May 18 – 20, 2025
- Feature: If you’ve got a soft spot for cheesy comfort food, you can’t miss this festival. Mac and cheese fans will be treated to innovative takes on the classic dish, including lobster mac and cheese and plant-based versions. Plus, enjoy live entertainment, cooking competitions, and craft beer.
Taste of Little Italy
- Location: College between Bathurst and Shaw streets
- Time: June 13 – 15, 2025
- Feature: Head to Little Italy for a lively festival highlighting the best Italian cuisine. Expect to indulge in wood-fired pizzas, creamy gelato, and strong espressos, all while enjoying live performances and dancing in this vibrant neighborhood.
Toronto’s Festival of Beer
- Location: Bandshell Park, Exhibition Place
- Time: July 25–27, 2025
- Feature: For those who love their craft beer, this festival is a must. It features hundreds of brews from local and international breweries, paired with mouthwatering food. Enjoy live performances and a lively atmosphere as you sip on cold brews and enjoy the summer vibes.
JerkFest Toronto
- Location: Centennial Park, Etobicoke
- Time: August 8 – 10, 2025
- Feature: If you love bold, spicy flavors, JerkFest will be your paradise. Enjoy a range of jerk dishes, from chicken to pork and seafood, all served with traditional sides like rice and peas. The festival also offers Caribbean music and dance, making it an immersive cultural experience.
Taco Fest Toronto
- Location: Fort York
- Time: August 8 – 10, 2025
- Feature: For taco enthusiasts, Taco Fest brings together the best taco vendors from Toronto to serve up traditional and inventive tacos. Along with delicious fillings like carne asada and fish, you can enjoy guacamole, churros, margaritas, and live Latin music.
VegTOFest (Veg Food Fest)
- Location: Woodbine Park
- Time: September 6, 2025
- Feature: North America’s largest vegan food festival, VegTOFest celebrates plant-based cuisine with an impressive selection of vegan and vegetarian options. The festival also features cooking demos, educational workshops, and guest speakers, making it a great place to explore sustainable and cruelty-free living.
Trinbago 2025
- Location: Nathan Phillips Square, Downtown Toronto
- Time: September 6 – 7
- Feature: A celebration of Caribbean culture, Trinbago Festival fills Nathan Phillips Square with vibrant performances, authentic Trinidadian cuisine, and festive music. Enjoy dishes like doubles and roti, live steelpan and calypso, and dazzling Carnival costumes in the heart of Toronto.
Toronto Ukrainian Festival 2025
- Location: Bloor West Village
- Time: September 12 – 14, 2025
- Feature: Celebrating Ukrainian heritage and community pride, the Toronto Ukrainian Festival transforms Bloor West Village into North America’s largest Ukrainian street fest from September 12–14, 2025. Expect vibrant folk music and dance performances, a full parade through Bloor West, and an artisan market featuring traditional Ukrainian food—from borscht and varenyky to freshly baked paska and salo—all served by local vendors.
Roncesvalles Polish Festival 2025
- Location: Roncesvalles, Downtown Toronto
- Time: September 13 -14, 2025
- Feature: Known for its lively atmosphere and rich cultural roots, the Roncesvalles Polish Festival offers a weekend of live polka music, traditional folk dancing, and delicious Polish street food. Held in Toronto’s historic Polish neighborhood from September 13–14, 2025, festivalgoers can enjoy pierogi, kielbasa, bigos, and more—served alongside craft beer and cultural showcases. Admission is free, making it one of the city’s most inviting fall street festivals.
Picklefest 2025
- Location: Henderson Brewing CO.
- Time: September 20 – 21, 2025
- Feature: A tangy celebration for pickle lovers, Picklefest takes over Henderson Brewing Co. on September 20–21, 2025 with everything from classic dills to spicy garlic spears. Enjoy pickle-infused snacks, creative cocktails and beers, local food vendors, and fun pickle-themed games—all for just $23. It’s the briny bash Toronto didn’t know it needed.
In closing, while some of these Toronto food festivals haven’t announced their 2025 dates yet, you can stay updated by following their Instagram pages. That way, you won’t miss any announcements, ticket releases, or special event details. Hopefully, you’ll have the chance to experience some of these incredible festivals and enjoy all the flavors they bring to the city. Whether you’re in the mood to try something adventurous, indulge in a favorite comfort food, or simply enjoy the lively energy of a festival crowd, there’s something for everyone. Gather your friends, bring your appetite, and make the most of Toronto’s exciting food scene in 2025.
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