Toronto Sun

TOP THINGS TO DO IN T.O. THIS WEEKEND

- BY DENETTE WILFORD

CABBAGETOW­N FESTIVAL

With more than 250 vendors along with live music, DJS, street performers, artisan stalls and shops, food trucks, pop-up patios and restaurant­s, a kids zone and so much more, you won't need to go anywhere else.

Also, while you're in the area, check out the Cabbagetow­n Art and Craft Show, St. Jamestown Festival, Cabbagetow­n community-wide yard sale and Blair's Charity Run all happening, too.

Head to Parliament St. from Gerrard St. E. to Wellesley St. E. and Carlton St. from Parliament to Ontario St. on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to

7 p.m.

TASTE OF NORTH YORK

Foodies, consider yourselves alerted as the tastiest cuisines and flavours will be on hand. There's also live music from local bands, art, trivia and more, all to keep you entertaine­d.

It's all at Mel Lastman Square on Friday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from noon to 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 8 p.m.

SOUTHSIDE SHUFFLE

The blues and jazz festival is back with more than 100 artists plus vendors, food trucks and an artisan market for visitors to enjoy.

Prepare to be entertaine­d throughout the village of Port Credit and Memorial Park in Mississaug­a on Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday from noon to 11 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.

Saturday's street shuffle on Lakeshore Rd. and Hurontario runs from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

TRINBAGO FESTIVAL

Celebrate the vibrant spirit of Trinidad and Tobago with authentic cuisine, an electrifyi­ng lineup of performers and more.

The fun's at Nathan Phillips Square on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.

TASTE OF THE JUNCTION

If you're hungry for more, discover new culinary favourites from more than 20 local businesses in the vibrant neighbourh­ood, all coinciding with the launch of the AR Laneway Project.

It's Saturday from noon to 9 p.m. at Jackson Place at 51 Vine Ave.

DRAGONS EXHIBIT

Prepare to be enchanted in this immersive experience that features serpentine deities of Meso-america and dragons of lore.

Check out Ripley's Aquarium of Canada's first new exhibit in four years, beginning Thursday.

WHISKY FEST

Whisky enthusiast­s, this is the weekend for you, what with master classes, a private dinner, whiskyinsp­ired treats and exclusive bottles available for purchase.

Raise a glass and toast it all at the Pure Spirits Patio and Courtyard in the Distillery District on Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.

MAHA ONAM

Experience the rich culture of Kerala with the biggest Onam celebratio­n in North America. It's at Yonge-dundas Square on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

TASTE OF THE KINGSWAY

Indulge in mouth-watering internatio­nal cuisine and beverages from south Etobicoke's restaurant­s.

There's also an exciting lineup of activities and attraction­s including a meet and greet with NHL alumni, a classic car show, a dog show and more.

Join the fun on Bloor St. W. from Prince Edward Dr. to Montgomery

St. on Friday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

MOCA FALL 2024

Immerse yourself in exhibition­s that merge art, storytelli­ng and social commentary at the Museum of Contempora­ry Art Toronto until Jan. 26.

OVARIAN CANCER CANADA'S WALK OF HOPE

Take part in or cheer on the annual fundraiser at Woodbine Park on Sunday at 10 a.m. Registrati­on begins at 9 a.m.

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