“Tales of the Damned” is an immersive horror opera taking place at Toronto’s Campbell House Museum – Oct 14 to Nov 1, 2026

posted Tuesday, October 13, 2026

by: Bryen Dunn in Theatre, Toronto

“Tales of the Damned” lets guests experience a bone-chilling Halloween tradition inside one of Toronto’s oldest historic estates, Campbell House Museum. From the creators of the immersive sensations “Tales of the Grotesque” (2023, 2024) and the previous production of “Tales of the Damned” (2025) comes the highly anticipated revival of Toronto’s favourite gothic horror anthology. With […]

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Art With Heart – fundraising art-auction event for Casey House, Toronto’s specialty hospital for HIV – Oct 19, 2026

posted Thursday, October 1, 2026

by: Bryen Dunn in Art, Charity, Toronto

Art With Heart is Canada’s most anticipated live charity art auction-a powerful fusion of creativity, community, and philanthropy in support of Casey House. Year after year, the auction room hums with energy as remarkable works from leading and emerging artists take centre stage. From bold paintings to intricate textiles and captivating prints, Art With Heart […]

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The Ratskin Family Band – the world’s first and only drag country band are having an EP release party in their hometown of Toronto on Sept 25, 2026

posted Thursday, September 24, 2026

by: Bryen Dunn in Drag, Music, Toronto

The Ratskin Family Band are the world’s first and only drag country band, and they’re from Toronto! For decades, country and western fans have been begging for an all-drag-queen, -king, and -thing band. The Ratskin Family Band is an answer to these prayers, performing country standards, reimagined pop hits, and original country songs with queer […]

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One World Toronto Film Festival celebrates independent film, arts, and community- Sept 25 to 27, 2026

posted Tuesday, September 22, 2026

by: Bryen Dunn in Uncategorized

The Open World Toronto Film Festival (OWTFF) returns to Kensington Studios, September 25–27, 2026 for its 11th edition, drawing filmmakers, artists, and industry professionals to Toronto for three days of independent screenings, red-carpet interviews, filmmaker conversations, industry panels, live entertainment, and awards. What began more than a decade ago as the simple belief that independent […]

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Second Summer Festival – Toronto’s newest music festival brings over 100 artists to stages across multiple venues – Sept 24-26, 2026

posted Monday, September 21, 2026

by: Bryen Dunn in Music, Toronto

Second Summer Festival is a multi-venue west end festival in Toronto taking place September 24-26, 2026. It’s built for music lovers, by people who love music. With over 100 artists performing at 12 different venues between Spadina and Landsdowne, Bloor and Queen St, this festival is about reigniting the age of discovery – IRL. With […]

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Just For Laughs Toronto offers up the best in comedy, including Sasha Velour, That’s Gay, and Gay AF queer showcases, a Lynchian episode of Seinfeld, Pete Davidson, Tiffany Haddish, and more – Sep 24 to Oct 3, 2026

posted Thursday, September 17, 2026

by: Bryen Dunn in Comedy, Toronto

Just For Laughs Toronto takes places at various venues throughout the city from September 24 – October 3, 2026, and offers the best of comedy that includes an eclectic mix of comedy icons, stand-up stars, live podcast favourites, and boundary-pushing performers from around the world. Celebrity name drops include acclaimed comedian and former Saturday Night Live cast […]

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Polaris Festival presents a slew of music related events, including the prestigious Concert & Award Ceremony on Sept 22, 2026 (Toronto)

posted Thursday, September 17, 2026

by: Bryen Dunn in Music, Toronto

Polaris Music is creating space to listen differently with their second edition of the Polaris Festival, that presents listening sessions, exhibitions, conversations, live performances, artist gatherings, and unexpected spaces across Ontario, bringing together the albums, artists, ideas, and communities that make Canadian music matter. See below for a list of upcoming events, many of which […]

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“Power Ball” returns with “The 7-Year Itch” fundraising party for The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery – Sept 17, 2026 (Toronto)

posted Friday, September 11, 2026

by: Bryen Dunn in Art, Charity, Toronto

After a seven-year hiatus, The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery’s signature fundraising art party returns September 17, 2026 with Power Ball: The 7-Year Itch. Since its debut in 1999, Power Ball has pushed beyond the conventions of the traditional fundraising gala, bringing artists, performers and audiences together for a night built around contemporary art. Every […]

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TIFF’s Festival Street is a celebration of film, creativity, and community – Sept 10 – 20, 2026

posted Thursday, September 10, 2026

by: Bryen Dunn in Film, Toronto

The Toronto International Film Festival, presented by Rogers, will relaunch Festival Street on King Street West for four days of free public programming celebrating the films, artists, organizations, and audiences that make up the world’s largest public film festival. From September 10–13, King Street West between Peter Street and University Avenue will welcome close to […]

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Vancouver Queer Film Festival includes 9 World Premieres, 5 International Premieres, 8 North American Premieres, and 25 Canadian Premieres – Sept 10-20, 2026

posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026

by: Bryen Dunn in Film, Queer, Vancouver

Out On Screen presents the 38th annual Vancouver Queer Film Festival (VQFF), returning to theatres across Vancouver from September 10–20, 2026 before streaming online September 21–27, 2026. Featuring 87 feature-length and short films by 2SLGBTQIA+ creators from around the world, alongside parties, filmmaker Q&As, workshops, and community events, this year’s Festival invites audiences to discover stories by […]

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