Food, music and culture at WorldFest TorontoTaste it. Hear it. Dance it.

A free food festival, a concert and a cultural showcase, sharing one square in downtown Toronto.

From afternoon sun to night lights

Thousands of festival-goers seated in front of the main stage at WorldFest 2026 in downtown TorontoA singer in silver performs to a packed night crowd at Sankofa Square under blue stage lights
Two dancers in gold trousers perform facing the crowd, the Eaton Centre behind themA performer sings along the barricade to fans at night
Festival-goers eat at picnic tables under red umbrellas across from the Eaton CentreFestival-goers dance in the square after dark

By day the square is a street market with a stage in the middle. Grab a plate, find a seat and watch the afternoon line-up.

After dark the stage lights take over. The headline sets start, the barricade fills up and the square turns into a concert.

  • Saturday 1:00 pm to 11:00 pm
  • Sunday 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Weather Rain or shine
  • Hours shown are from 2026. The 2027 schedule will be confirmed with the dates.

Fusion flavours

At WorldFest the food stalls pair cuisines. Two kitchens, one plate.

Expect fusion dishes from more than 50 countries: Asian street eats, Caribbean and Mediterranean favourites, tacos, skewers and desserts from around the world. Pick a pairing to see a stall from 2026.

A food stall under a WorldFest Mexico × India banner
A cook in a Simply Filipino apron grills skewers at a WorldFest food stall
Grilled squid skewers on a tray at a WorldFest food stall
Pav bhaji with buttered buns on the griddle
Visitors order from a hand-painted ice cream truck

Live performances

Dance troupes, bands, singers and cultural showcases share one main stage, with the Eaton Centre as the backdrop.

A dance troupe in bright printed outfits performs through stage smoke, facing the crowd
A singer in a white top performs on the WorldFest main stage
A singer in a blue T-shirt performs under stage lights at dusk
An African dance troupe in red tops and patterned skirts performs on stage

Market & family zone

Between sets, the rest of the square is open for wandering.

  • Cultural marketplaceVendors selling crafts, clothing and handmade goods from their own traditions.
  • Family zoneCultural performances, fusion food and activities for kids, so the whole family can stay all day.
  • Brand activationsGames, giveaways and samples from festival partners, right in the crowd.
  • Interactive installationsPhoto spots and installations that put Canada’s diversity on show.

2027 dates announced soon

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  • The 2027 dates, the moment they are set
  • The line-up and food vendors as they are announced
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