Editing Toronto (section)

==Toronto Events ==

*** Check out the '''[http://www.google.com/calendar/embed?src=be7tk39as2rdcdfi4u6tbpobg4%40group.calendar.google.com&gsessionid=KZL2MYgKlCg CSTO Google Calender]'''


(Note: Dates are for 2009)

[http://www.couchsurfing.com/group_read.html?gid=437&post=1174498#post1174589 Drummers in Exile] - drumming circles Trinity Bellwoods Park & Cherry Beach]

[http://www.cmtoronto.ca/ Critical Mass Toronto] - bike riders take over the city! Last friday of the month, every month. Meet at the corner of Bloor and Spadina, 6 pm - leave at 6:30 pm 

'''January 30 - February 12:''' [http://www.toronto.ca/special_events/wintercity_post08.htm WinterCity] a 14-day celebration of culture, creativity and cuisine.

'''January 30 - February 12:''' [http://www.toronto.ca/special_events/wintercity_post08.htm#licious Winterlicious] the ever popular Prix-Fixe promotion & mouth-watering Culinary Events. 

'''June-August:''' Free Outdoor Summer Movies at:
# [http://tinyurl.com/kcgsu Dundas Square] (Tuesdays)
# [http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/freeflicks/ Harbourfront Centre] (Tuesdays)
# [http://www.couchsurfing.com/group_read.html?gid=437&post=1252705 Downsview Park] (Fridays)

'''June 19 - 28:''' [http://www.pridetoronto.com Toronto Pride] Toronto throws a rainbow flag over the city as it comes alive for Pride Week, featuring 10 days of world class arts and cultural programming, community activities, and ends with one of the world’s largest street festivals.

'''July 3 - 19:''' [http://www.toronto.ca/special_events/summerlicious/index.htm Summerlicious!] Great opportunity to sample Toronto's finest restaurants at special discounted prices. Bookings are a must. Definitely one for the foodies! 

'''July 17 – 26:''' [http://www.beachesjazz.com Beaches International Jazz Festival][http://www.couchsurfing.com/group_read.html?gid=437&post=1182822 CS Toronto Posting 2008]

'''July 8 - Aug 26:''' [http://www.toronto.ca/special_events/wednesdays/index.htm Fresh Wednesdays at Nathan Philips Square] [http://www.couchsurfing.com/group_read.html?gid=437&post=1236642 CS Toronto Posting 2008] Farmers Market runs June 3 - October 14

'''July 9 - Aug 27:''' [http://www.toronto.ca/special_events/thursdays/index.htm Tasty Thursdays! at Nathan Philips Square] [http://www.couchsurfing.com/group_read.html?gid=437&post=1236649 CS Toronto Posting 2008]

'''July 14 - Aug 2:''' [http://www.couchsurfing.com/group_read.html?gid=437&post=1328473 Caribana] - an exciting two-week cultural explosion of Caribbean music, cuisine, revelry as well as visual and performing arts. In its 40th year it has become a major international event and the largest cultural festival of its kind in North America.

'''August 7 - 9:''' [http://www.tasteofthedanforth.com/ Taste of the Danforth] - one of Toronto's signature events, showcasing the best of Hellenic food, culture, and music our multicultural city has to offer - from souvlaki to mezes, authentic Greek music to interactive children's games! 

'''August 7 - 10:''' [http://www.beerfestival.ca Beerlicious! Toronto BeerFest] [http://www.couchsurfing.com/group_read.html?gid=437&post=1328907 CS Toronto Posting 2008] - A celebration of Canada's rich brewing history, hosted by experts of the brewing craft from around the country. Featuring more than 200 brands of beer on-site, this is Canada's premier celebration of the golden beverage.

'''August 27 - 30:''' [http://www.torontobuskerfest.com Buskerfest] - For four days, every August, a collection of the highest skilled and most entertaining street performers gather in the St. Lawrence market to bring the thrill of world class street theatre to Torontonians.

'''September 10 - 19:''' [http://www.tiff08.ca The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)] - ranks among the most prestigious international film festivals in the world. For ten days, film lovers, filmmakers, industry professionals and media watch the best in new cinema from established masters and new talent.

'''October 3 - 4:''' [http://www.scotiabanknuitblanche.ca Nuit Blanche] For one sleepless night, experience Toronto transformed by artists. The familiar will be discarded as the city becomes the artistic playground for a series of exhilarating contemporary art experiences. One night only.  All night long.

'''December 20 - 23:''' [http://www.redpepperspectaclearts.org/ Kensington Festival of Lights] Celebrate winter solstice with colourful lanterns, costumes and music in Kensington Market.

For more events all year round visit [http://www.torontozig.com/ TorontoZig.com], the [http://www.toronto.ca/special_events/index.htm City of Toronto Special Events site], [http://www.torontotourism.com/visitor/HomePage.htm Tourism Toronto], and the [http://www.couchsurfing.com/group.html?gid=437 Toronto CS Forum].

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