Taste of the Kingsway Festival 2027

Taste of the Kingsway

Taste of the Kingsway is one of Toronto’s premier end-of-summer street festivals. Held annually on the second weekend of September in the historic Kingsway neighborhood of Etobicoke, this vibrant, free-admission community festival draws hundreds of thousands of visitors for three full days of food, live entertainment, and family fun.

The festival closes down a major stretch of Bloor Street West (between Prince Edward Drive and Montgomery Road), transforming the boulevard into an open-air pedestrian celebration filled with international flavors, artisan markets, and live performances.

Festival Highlights:

• Culinary Delights & Street Food: Dozens of local restaurants, bakeries, and visiting food vendors serving diverse cuisines, gourmet street eats, and craft beverages alongside outdoor beer and wine gardens.
• Continuous Live Entertainment: Multiple open-air stages featuring a dynamic mix of classic rock tribute bands, local indie artists, jazz ensembles, and cultural dance troupes.
• Carnival Rides & Family Fun: Classic midway amusement rides, carnival games, bounce houses, and interactive activities at the dedicated SuperDogs show and family zone.
• Artisan & Community Market: Over a hundred local crafters, merchants, and community organizations showcasing handmade goods, fashion, jewelry, and specialty gifts.

Tips for Visitors & Trip Planning:

• Public Transit (TTC): Bloor Street West is closed to vehicular traffic during the festival. Taking Line 2 (Bloor-Danforth Subway) directly to Royal York Station or Old Mill Station is the fastest and easiest way to access the event.
• Free Admission: Entry to the street festival is completely free; individual food purchases, midway ride tickets, and beverage garden access are paid separately.
• Accommodation: Visitors traveling to Toronto for late-summer events will find convenient hotel options in West Toronto and the downtown core. Checking hotel rates and booking in advance is recommended.

The festival’s program, venue, lineup information show time / schedule of events, how to get, parking etc. is present in the carnival’s link website. See details below, under “Event Related Information” section.