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Bryen Dunn is Editor of theBUZZ, writing on  lifestyle and entertainment. He has an extensive portfolio of celebrity interviews with musicians, actors and other public personalities. He enjoys discovering delicious eats, tasting spirited treats, and being mesmerized by musical beats.

CNE has a slew of new attractions that will space you out, get you high, have you dancing, and drag you to brunch – Aug 21 to Sept 7, 2026 (Toronto)

posted Friday, August 14, 2026

by: in Drag, Festivals, Toronto

The 147th Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is taking summer entertainment to new heights this year, literally and figuratively, with not only Canada’s largest immersive space exhibit, but also one of the tallest high diving shows where skilled daredevils will plunge from heights up to 80ft into a massive pool – and with nightly performances engulfed in […]

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UpFRONT Festival of Indigenous Arts, Music & Culture celebrates Indigenous creativity, community, and cultural expression- August 14-16, 2026 (Toronto)

posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026

by: in Featured Events, Festivals, Outdoors, Toronto

UpFRONT Festival of Indigenous Arts, Music & Culture is a dynamic three-day celebration of Indigenous creativity, community, and cultural expression taking place August 14–16, 2026. The festival’s music programming features an exceptional lineup of Indigenous artists representing a wide range of genres and cultural traditions. Beginning Friday afternoon and continuing throughout the weekend, the festival will […]

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Monty Python’s Spamalot! takes stage with a cast of individuals who have overcome addiction, mental health challenges, trauma, and homelessness – Aug 13 to 15, 2026 (Vancouver)

posted Sunday, August 9, 2026

by: in Theatre, Vancouver

Amplify Recovery Theatre (ART) Productions presents Monty Python’s Spamalot! What if the greatest quest of all wasn’t for the Holy Grail—but for hope, laughter, and a second chance? Grab your coconuts and prepare for an unforgettable adventure as you journey through the wildly ridiculous world of Monty Python’s Spamalot! Follow King Arthur and his delightfully eccentric band of knights […]

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“Pride Is Awesome Party” kicks off Vancouver Pride celebrations at the historic Bayside Lounge – July 30, 2026

posted Tuesday, July 21, 2026

by: in Pride, Vancouver

As the city prepares for a summer of celebration, The Alchemist and Vancouver Is Awesome are joining forces to introduce a new signature event to the Vancouver Pride landscape: the “Pride Is Awesome Party.” Start your Pride weekend early with the ultimate after-work celebration! Taking place on Thursday, July 30, from 6 to 10 p.m., […]

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Brewery & the Beast is Toronto’s afternoon party fest, with bites , beverages and beats – July 26, 2026 (Toronto)

posted Thursday, July 16, 2026

by: in Featured Events, Hospitality, Music, Outdoors, Toronto

Brewery & the Beast is turning up the heat this summer with the addition of twelve new restaurants to its 2026 festival lineup, including: Azura, Alebrije, Burger Drops, Cafe Renee, Eataly, Enigma, Good Behaviour, Mozy’s, Pai, Rodney’s Oyster House, Romi’s and Taline. The “all you can enjoy” culinary festival will take place on Sunday, July 26 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Henderson Brewing (128A Sterling Rd.) and will showcase some of […]

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Tracy & Martina: Goin’ Out West – two Cape Breton “influencers” do a mini-tour of Alberta for adoring fans

posted Sunday, July 5, 2026

by: in Film

Tracy & Martina: Goin’ Out West follows two best friends Tracy and Martina from Cape Breton who have never travelled outside of Nova Scotia. When they hear promises of big opportunities “out west,” the pair pack their clothes into shopping bags and hop on a flight to Alberta to do a mini-tour with a local rock band. […]

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Toronto Fringe Festival offers 123 shows in 27 venues that showcase emerging theatre productions – June 30 to July 12, 2026

posted Saturday, June 27, 2026

by: in Theatre, Toronto

Toronto Fringe is proud to announce programming for the 38th Annual Toronto Fringe Festival, taking place June 30-July 12, 2026 with 123 shows in 27 venues across the city. Tickets and passes are on sale now at www.fringetoronto.com. Chosen by lottery, Toronto Fringe is the home for first-time performers, celebrated collectives, TikTok stars taking to the stage, and award-winning theatre pros presenting their new works. The Toronto […]

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Grapefruits, Rosaries, and Queer Identity: Two Toronto Artists Get Personal This Pride – June 18 to 20, 2026 (Toronto)

posted Wednesday, June 17, 2026

by: in Dance, Queer, Theatre, Toronto

DanceWorks presents Sweet Ephemera, a double bill running from June 18 to 20,2026 at The Theatre Centre in Toronto. This bill showcases two new works by emerging Toronto artists exploring identity, faith, queerness, and the parts of ourselves we’re taught to hide. Sweet Ephemera asks what it means to carry culture, identity, and grief in the […]

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Rising pop sensation Rêve wrote a song specifically for drag queens, that you can hear live at her performance on June 12, 2026 (Toronto)

posted Friday, June 12, 2026

by: in Lesbian, Music, Pride, Queer, Toronto

Since making her major label debut in 2021, Rêve has carved out a unique space at the intersection of pop, dance, and profound lyricism. Today, with over 175M+ global streams on breakout hits such as chart-topping tracks “CTRL + ALT + DEL”, “Big Boom”, “Contemporary Love” and US Dance Radio #1 “Whitney”, her passion and […]

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Buddies in Bad Times Theatre 2026 – 27 Season Announcement

posted Friday, June 12, 2026

by: in Queer, Theatre, Toronto

Buddies in Bad Times Theatre’s 48th season features work from some of Canada’s most imaginative playwrights and artists, partnerships with Obsidian Theatre Company, We Quit Theatre, and Modern Times Stage company, a refreshed Buddies Residency Program, the resurgence of Buddies Nightlife, and the 48th annual Rhubarb!—Canada’s longest-running, genre-bending live arts festival. Season tickets are on […]

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