July 12, 2025 • 3 mins
Welcome to “Things to do in Toronto” for Saturday, July 12, 2025! Whether you’re a local looking for something new or a visitor eager to tap into the city’s vibrant pulse, today’s Toronto is sizzling—with both excitement and actual heat.
The city is in the grip of a heat wave, with highs expected around 30°C but feeling closer to 37°C thanks to humidity. City officials have issued a heat warning through next week, so make sure to stay hydrated and take advantage of cool spaces—Toronto has extended hours at civic centers and outdoor pools to help everyone beat the heat[2][5][8].
Setting the mood for this mid-July weekend: Toronto is buzzing with festivals, flavour, and fun across every corner.
Here are today’s top events you won’t want to miss:
- **Caribbean Vibrations Festival:** Experience the rhythm, flavours, and colours of the Caribbean at Harbourfront Centre’s Stage in the Park. Enjoy live music, dance, a marketplace, rum tasting, a kids zone, and more. The festival runs 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., free for all ages[1].
- **Mixto Festival:** Head to Trillium Park for a multicultural celebration produced by Uma Nota Culture, featuring artists from across the Americas and fantastic local talent. This family- and pet-friendly festival is free and runs all weekend[1].
- **Toronto Outdoor Art Fair:** Art lovers, Nathan Phillips Square is your spot! The country’s largest outdoor art fair showcases work by 400+ artists, open until 7 p.m. today. The event is a treasure trove for collectors and art admirers alike[1].
- **ImportFest:** Car enthusiasts will love the country’s largest car show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, running 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Come see hundreds of modified vehicles, the latest aftermarket accessories, and automotive lifestyle exhibits. Family-friendly and high energy[7].
- **Coldplay’s Final Toronto Show:** Music fans, tonight’s your last chance to catch Coldplay as they light up Rogers Centre for their third sold-out show in the city—expect massive crowds and an electric atmosphere[5].
Among the headlines: Toronto’s heat warning remains in effect, and the city is extending hours at cooling centers and outdoor pools for relief[2][5][8]. Police are investigating a Scarborough home invasion, reminding everyone to stay alert, especially in the Kennedy and Sheppard area[5][8]. No major TTC disruptions are reported, so getting around by subway remains a swift option[3].
Hungry for something new? Toronto’s culinary scene is always evolving, with countless ethnic restaurants to tempt your palate. For a cool escape, try lakeside dining or a beach picnic at Sugar Beach. Don’t forget to explore the hidden alleyways of Kensington Market for indie shops and bites, or visit the Distillery District for art, history, and craft sips[3][6].
If you want to stay cool, a ferry trip to Toronto Island offers fresh breezes and city views, or drop by one of the extended-hour pools. For something unique, the Museum of Illusions is a fun, mind-bending indoor activity for all ages[6].
Local tip: The TTC subway is the easiest way to explore Toronto—just grab a day pass at Union Station for unlimited rides and seamless access to major attractions[3]. Beat the heat with a bottle of water and use the city’s shaded parks for a midday break!
Before we sign off, here’s a tease for tomorrow: the city’s summer vibes continue with the second day of the Caribbean Vibrations and Mixto Festivals, and the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair wraps up at 5 p.m. Plus, more live music and outdoor movies on tap for Sunday night! Tune in tomorrow for more ideas to make your Toronto weekend unforgettable.
Stay cool and enjoy your Saturday in the Six!
The city is in the grip of a heat wave, with highs expected around 30°C but feeling closer to 37°C thanks to humidity. City officials have issued a heat warning through next week, so make sure to stay hydrated and take advantage of cool spaces—Toronto has extended hours at civic centers and outdoor pools to help everyone beat the heat[2][5][8].
Setting the mood for this mid-July weekend: Toronto is buzzing with festivals, flavour, and fun across every corner.
Here are today’s top events you won’t want to miss:
- **Caribbean Vibrations Festival:** Experience the rhythm, flavours, and colours of the Caribbean at Harbourfront Centre’s Stage in the Park. Enjoy live music, dance, a marketplace, rum tasting, a kids zone, and more. The festival runs 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., free for all ages[1].
- **Mixto Festival:** Head to Trillium Park for a multicultural celebration produced by Uma Nota Culture, featuring artists from across the Americas and fantastic local talent. This family- and pet-friendly festival is free and runs all weekend[1].
- **Toronto Outdoor Art Fair:** Art lovers, Nathan Phillips Square is your spot! The country’s largest outdoor art fair showcases work by 400+ artists, open until 7 p.m. today. The event is a treasure trove for collectors and art admirers alike[1].
- **ImportFest:** Car enthusiasts will love the country’s largest car show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, running 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Come see hundreds of modified vehicles, the latest aftermarket accessories, and automotive lifestyle exhibits. Family-friendly and high energy[7].
- **Coldplay’s Final Toronto Show:** Music fans, tonight’s your last chance to catch Coldplay as they light up Rogers Centre for their third sold-out show in the city—expect massive crowds and an electric atmosphere[5].
Among the headlines: Toronto’s heat warning remains in effect, and the city is extending hours at cooling centers and outdoor pools for relief[2][5][8]. Police are investigating a Scarborough home invasion, reminding everyone to stay alert, especially in the Kennedy and Sheppard area[5][8]. No major TTC disruptions are reported, so getting around by subway remains a swift option[3].
Hungry for something new? Toronto’s culinary scene is always evolving, with countless ethnic restaurants to tempt your palate. For a cool escape, try lakeside dining or a beach picnic at Sugar Beach. Don’t forget to explore the hidden alleyways of Kensington Market for indie shops and bites, or visit the Distillery District for art, history, and craft sips[3][6].
If you want to stay cool, a ferry trip to Toronto Island offers fresh breezes and city views, or drop by one of the extended-hour pools. For something unique, the Museum of Illusions is a fun, mind-bending indoor activity for all ages[6].
Local tip: The TTC subway is the easiest way to explore Toronto—just grab a day pass at Union Station for unlimited rides and seamless access to major attractions[3]. Beat the heat with a bottle of water and use the city’s shaded parks for a midday break!
Before we sign off, here’s a tease for tomorrow: the city’s summer vibes continue with the second day of the Caribbean Vibrations and Mixto Festivals, and the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair wraps up at 5 p.m. Plus, more live music and outdoor movies on tap for Sunday night! Tune in tomorrow for more ideas to make your Toronto weekend unforgettable.
Stay cool and enjoy your Saturday in the Six!
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
This is your Things to Do in Toronto podcast. Welcome
to Things to Do in Toronto for Saturday, July twelfth,
twenty twenty five. Whether you're a local looking for something
new or a visitor eager to tap into the city's
vibrant pulse, Today's Toronto is sizzling with both excitement and
actual heat. The city is in the grip of a
heat wave, with highs expected around thirty degrees celsius but
(00:23):
feeling closer to thirty seven degrees celsius thanks to humidity.
City officials have issued a heat warning through next week,
so make sure to stay hydrated and take advantage of
cool spaces. Toronto has extended hours at civic centers and
outdoor pools to help everyone beat the heat. Dot R
two dot ed setting the mood for this mid July weekend,
Toronto is buzzing with festivals, flavor, and fun across every corner.
(00:47):
Here are today's top events you won't want to miss.
Caribbean Vibrations Festival. Experience the rhythm, flavors and colors of
the Caribbean at Harborfront Center's Stage in the Park. Enjoy
live music, dance, a marketplace rum tasting, a kid Zone
and more. The festival runs eleven am to seven pm,
free for all ages. One Mixtow Festival head to Trillium
(01:11):
Park for a multicultural celebration produced by Uma Noda Culture,
featuring artists from across the America's and fantastic local talent.
This family and pet friendly festival is free and runs
all weekend. One Note Toronto Outdoor Art Fair Art Lover's
Nathan Phillip Square is your spot. The country's largest outdoor
(01:33):
art fair showcases work by four hundred plus artists. Open
until seven pm today, the event is a treasure trove
for collectors and art admirers alike. One in port Fest
Car enthusiast will love the country's largest car show at
the Metro Toronto Convention Center, running eleven am to ten pm.
Come see hundreds of modified vehicles, the latest aftermarket accessories,
(01:56):
and automotive lifestyle exhibits. Family friendly and high energy. Seven.
Coldplay's final Toronto show. Music fans, tonight's your last chance
to catch Coldplay as they light up Roger Center for
their third sold out show in the city. Expect massive
crowds and an electric atmosphere. Among the headlines. Toronto's heat
(02:18):
warning remains in effect and the city is extending hours
at cooling centers and outdoor pools for relief. Two five eight.
Please are investigating a Scarborough home invasion, reminding everyone to
stay alert, especially in the Kennedy and Shepherd area. No
major TCC disruptions are reported, so getting around by subway
remains a swift option. Hungry for something new, Toronto's culinary
(02:41):
scene is always evolving, with countless ethnic restaurants to tempt
your palette. For a cool escape, try lakeside dining or
a beach picnic at Sugar Beach. Don't forget to explore
the hidden alleyways of Kensington Market for indie shops and bytes,
or visit the Distillery District for art history and craft
SIPs three six. If you want to stay cool, a
(03:02):
ferry trip to Toronto Island offers fresh breezes and city views.
Or drop by one of the extended hour pools for
something unique. The Museum of Illusions is a fun mine
bending indoor activity for all ages. Local tip the TCC
subway is the easiest way to explore Toronto. Just grab
a day pass at Union Station for unlimited rides and
(03:23):
seamless access to major attractions. Three, beat the heat with
a bottle of water and use the city shaded parks
for a midday break. Before we sign off, here's a
tease for tomorrow. The city summer vibes continue with the
second day of the Caribbean Vibrations and Mixto festivals, and
the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair wraps up at five pm,
plus more live music and outdoor movies on tap for
(03:46):
Sunday night. Tune in tomorrow for more ideas to make
your Toronto weekend unforgettable. Stay cool and enjoy your Saturday.
In the sixth
This is your Things to Do in Toronto podcast. Welcome
to Things to Do in Toronto for Saturday, July twelfth,
twenty twenty five. Whether you're a local looking for something
new or a visitor eager to tap into the city's
vibrant pulse, Today's Toronto is sizzling with both excitement and
actual heat. The city is in the grip of a
heat wave, with highs expected around thirty degrees celsius but
(00:23):
feeling closer to thirty seven degrees celsius thanks to humidity.
City officials have issued a heat warning through next week,
so make sure to stay hydrated and take advantage of
cool spaces. Toronto has extended hours at civic centers and
outdoor pools to help everyone beat the heat. Dot R
two dot ed setting the mood for this mid July weekend,
Toronto is buzzing with festivals, flavor, and fun across every corner.
(00:47):
Here are today's top events you won't want to miss.
Caribbean Vibrations Festival. Experience the rhythm, flavors and colors of
the Caribbean at Harborfront Center's Stage in the Park. Enjoy
live music, dance, a marketplace rum tasting, a kid Zone
and more. The festival runs eleven am to seven pm,
free for all ages. One Mixtow Festival head to Trillium
(01:11):
Park for a multicultural celebration produced by Uma Noda Culture,
featuring artists from across the America's and fantastic local talent.
This family and pet friendly festival is free and runs
all weekend. One Note Toronto Outdoor Art Fair Art Lover's
Nathan Phillip Square is your spot. The country's largest outdoor
(01:33):
art fair showcases work by four hundred plus artists. Open
until seven pm today, the event is a treasure trove
for collectors and art admirers alike. One in port Fest
Car enthusiast will love the country's largest car show at
the Metro Toronto Convention Center, running eleven am to ten pm.
Come see hundreds of modified vehicles, the latest aftermarket accessories,
(01:56):
and automotive lifestyle exhibits. Family friendly and high energy. Seven.
Coldplay's final Toronto show. Music fans, tonight's your last chance
to catch Coldplay as they light up Roger Center for
their third sold out show in the city. Expect massive
crowds and an electric atmosphere. Among the headlines. Toronto's heat
(02:18):
warning remains in effect and the city is extending hours
at cooling centers and outdoor pools for relief. Two five eight.
Please are investigating a Scarborough home invasion, reminding everyone to
stay alert, especially in the Kennedy and Shepherd area. No
major TCC disruptions are reported, so getting around by subway
remains a swift option. Hungry for something new, Toronto's culinary
(02:41):
scene is always evolving, with countless ethnic restaurants to tempt
your palette. For a cool escape, try lakeside dining or
a beach picnic at Sugar Beach. Don't forget to explore
the hidden alleyways of Kensington Market for indie shops and bytes,
or visit the Distillery District for art history and craft
SIPs three six. If you want to stay cool, a
(03:02):
ferry trip to Toronto Island offers fresh breezes and city views.
Or drop by one of the extended hour pools for
something unique. The Museum of Illusions is a fun mine
bending indoor activity for all ages. Local tip the TCC
subway is the easiest way to explore Toronto. Just grab
a day pass at Union Station for unlimited rides and
(03:23):
seamless access to major attractions. Three, beat the heat with
a bottle of water and use the city shaded parks
for a midday break. Before we sign off, here's a
tease for tomorrow. The city summer vibes continue with the
second day of the Caribbean Vibrations and Mixto festivals, and
the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair wraps up at five pm,
plus more live music and outdoor movies on tap for
(03:46):
Sunday night. Tune in tomorrow for more ideas to make
your Toronto weekend unforgettable. Stay cool and enjoy your Saturday.
In the sixth
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