BUZZ Picks is an eclectic listing of events occurring throughout southwestern Ontario. From art gallery and museum shows to drag shows, from culture to sub-culture, from low-brow to high-brow… it's all in BUZZPICKS.

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July 25, 2024 at 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Streetfest at Queen St. E., from Woodbine Ave to Beech Ave., Toronto
The Beaches Jazz Festival presents STREETFEST. On July 25-27th, Queen St. East will transform into a FREE street festival with over 40 bands, food trucks, vendors, and more. 7 PM - 11 PM nightly Queen St E (b/w Woodbine & Beech Aves) closes 6 PM. Bands play 7-11PM
https://www.beachesjazz.com/

July 26, 2024 at 8:00pm
Australia's Thunder From Down Under Untamed Tour at Pickering Casino Resort, 888 Durham Live Ave, Pickering
Get ready to experience an exhilarating and electrifying extravaganza as Thunder from Down Under, the world-renowned Australian male revue, announces its highly anticipated return with their UNTAMED TOUR.  The sizzling hot international sensation is set to set the stage on fire with their captivating performances and infectious energy, promising an unforgettable night of entertainment.
https://greatcanadian.com/destinations/ontario/pickering/

July 26, 2024 at 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Streetfest at Queen St. E., from Woodbine Ave to Beech Ave., Toronto
The Beaches Jazz Festival presents STREETFEST. On July 25-27th, Queen St. East will transform into a FREE street festival with over 40 bands, food trucks, vendors, and more. 7 PM - 11 PM nightly Queen St E (b/w Woodbine & Beech Aves) closes 6 PM. Bands play 7-11PM
https://www.beachesjazz.com/

July 27, 2024 at 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Streetfest at Queen St. E., from Woodbine Ave to Beech Ave., Toronto
The Beaches Jazz Festival presents STREETFEST. On July 25-27th, Queen St. East will transform into a FREE street festival with over 40 bands, food trucks, vendors, and more. 7 PM - 11 PM nightly Queen St E (b/w Woodbine & Beech Aves) closes 6 PM. Bands play 7-11PM
https://www.beachesjazz.com/

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August 2, 2024 at 12:00am
Toronto Food Truck Festival at Woodbine Park, 1695 Queen St. E., Toronto
Prepare your taste buds for an extraordinary experience at Woodbine Park!  The Toronto Food Truck Festival returns this year with a lineup of must-try dishes from some of the best food trucks around.  Admission is free, so bring your friends and family for an unforgettable time.  You'll enjoy free children's games, live-eating challenges, cold beer, and entertainment from Toronto's top local talent. August 2nd: 5 PM - 10 PM August 3rd: 12 PM - 10 PM August 4th: 12 PM - 10 PM August 5th: 12 PM - 8 PM
https://www.canadianfoodtruckfestivals.com/

August 2, 2024 at 12:00am
Kempenfest at South Shore Park, 205 Lakeshore Drive, Barrie
Kempenfest is Barrie Ontario's signature festival event, celebrating 52 years Aug 2-5, 2024, located across two-kilometers of Barrie’s beautiful waterfront. Admission is free, with the exception of ticketed headliner concerts. The annual event is one of Ontario’s largest waterfront festivals, featuring over 300 arts & crafts vendors, a midway, youth village, antiques, face painters, buskers, great food, a Poutine Village (new to 2024), and two stages of live music!  
https://kempenfest.com/

August 3, 2024 at 12:00am
Toronto Food Truck Festival at Woodbine Park, 1695 Queen St. E., Toronto
Prepare your taste buds for an extraordinary experience at Woodbine Park!  The Toronto Food Truck Festival returns this year with a lineup of must-try dishes from some of the best food trucks around.  Admission is free, so bring your friends and family for an unforgettable time.  You'll enjoy free children's games, live-eating challenges, cold beer, and entertainment from Toronto's top local talent. August 2nd: 5 PM - 10 PM August 3rd: 12 PM - 10 PM August 4th: 12 PM - 10 PM August 5th: 12 PM - 8 PM
https://www.canadianfoodtruckfestivals.com/

August 3, 2024 at 12:00am
Kempenfest at South Shore Park, 205 Lakeshore Drive, Barrie
Kempenfest is Barrie Ontario's signature festival event, celebrating 52 years Aug 2-5, 2024, located across two-kilometers of Barrie’s beautiful waterfront. Admission is free, with the exception of ticketed headliner concerts. The annual event is one of Ontario’s largest waterfront festivals, featuring over 300 arts & crafts vendors, a midway, youth village, antiques, face painters, buskers, great food, a Poutine Village (new to 2024), and two stages of live music!  
https://kempenfest.com/

August 4, 2024 at 12:00am
Toronto Food Truck Festival at Woodbine Park, 1695 Queen St. E., Toronto
Prepare your taste buds for an extraordinary experience at Woodbine Park!  The Toronto Food Truck Festival returns this year with a lineup of must-try dishes from some of the best food trucks around.  Admission is free, so bring your friends and family for an unforgettable time.  You'll enjoy free children's games, live-eating challenges, cold beer, and entertainment from Toronto's top local talent. August 2nd: 5 PM - 10 PM August 3rd: 12 PM - 10 PM August 4th: 12 PM - 10 PM August 5th: 12 PM - 8 PM
https://www.canadianfoodtruckfestivals.com/

August 4, 2024 at 12:00am
Kempenfest at South Shore Park, 205 Lakeshore Drive, Barrie
Kempenfest is Barrie Ontario's signature festival event, celebrating 52 years Aug 2-5, 2024, located across two-kilometers of Barrie’s beautiful waterfront. Admission is free, with the exception of ticketed headliner concerts. The annual event is one of Ontario’s largest waterfront festivals, featuring over 300 arts & crafts vendors, a midway, youth village, antiques, face painters, buskers, great food, a Poutine Village (new to 2024), and two stages of live music!  
https://kempenfest.com/

August 5, 2024 at 12:00am
Toronto Food Truck Festival at Woodbine Park, 1695 Queen St. E., Toronto
Prepare your taste buds for an extraordinary experience at Woodbine Park!  The Toronto Food Truck Festival returns this year with a lineup of must-try dishes from some of the best food trucks around.  Admission is free, so bring your friends and family for an unforgettable time.  You'll enjoy free children's games, live-eating challenges, cold beer, and entertainment from Toronto's top local talent. August 2nd: 5 PM - 10 PM August 3rd: 12 PM - 10 PM August 4th: 12 PM - 10 PM August 5th: 12 PM - 8 PM
https://www.canadianfoodtruckfestivals.com/

August 5, 2024 at 12:00am
Kempenfest at South Shore Park, 205 Lakeshore Drive, Barrie
Kempenfest is Barrie Ontario's signature festival event, celebrating 52 years Aug 2-5, 2024, located across two-kilometers of Barrie’s beautiful waterfront. Admission is free, with the exception of ticketed headliner concerts. The annual event is one of Ontario’s largest waterfront festivals, featuring over 300 arts & crafts vendors, a midway, youth village, antiques, face painters, buskers, great food, a Poutine Village (new to 2024), and two stages of live music!  
https://kempenfest.com/

August 5, 2024 at 8:00pm
Ellen's Last Stand... Up at Meridian Hall, 1 Front St., Toronto
Renowned comedian and entertainment pioneer, Ellen DeGeneres, has announced her highly anticipated farewell tour, Ellen’s Last Stand… Up. This summer, she will grace stages across North America for the last time, delivering her iconic and hilarious performances. This will be the last opportunity for fans to witness a comedy legend in her final curtain call.
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/ellens-last-standup-toronto-ontario-08-05-2024/event/100060BA431D4A65

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August 9, 2024 at 12:00am
TD Jerkfest at Centennial Park, 256 Centennial Park Rd., Toronto
This highly anticipated three-day, family-friendly festival will be filled with mouthwatering jerk cuisine, infectious cultural music and live performances by local and chart-topping artists, but that’s not all! You’ll get the chance to immerse yourself in live cooking demonstrations led by top Caribbean chefs and even explore a vibrant marketplace showcasing the creations of multi-talented local artisans. And they’ve got tons of giveaways and prizes up for grabs!
https://www.jerkfestival.ca/

August 10, 2024 at 12:00am
TD Jerkfest at Centennial Park, 256 Centennial Park Rd., Toronto
This highly anticipated three-day, family-friendly festival will be filled with mouthwatering jerk cuisine, infectious cultural music and live performances by local and chart-topping artists, but that’s not all! You’ll get the chance to immerse yourself in live cooking demonstrations led by top Caribbean chefs and even explore a vibrant marketplace showcasing the creations of multi-talented local artisans. And they’ve got tons of giveaways and prizes up for grabs!
https://www.jerkfestival.ca/

August 10, 2024 at 11:00am
Pride at The Pier at Pier 4 Park, 64 Leander Dr., Hamilton
See local 2SLGBTQ+ businesses, organizations and politicians. On-site STD/STI screenings. Performances by: Icesis Couture, Silky Nutmeg Ganache, Chelazon Leroux, models from OUTtv's Sew Fierce and many local artists.
https://www.pridehamilton.com/

August 11, 2024 at 12:00am
TD Jerkfest at Centennial Park, 256 Centennial Park Rd., Toronto
This highly anticipated three-day, family-friendly festival will be filled with mouthwatering jerk cuisine, infectious cultural music and live performances by local and chart-topping artists, but that’s not all! You’ll get the chance to immerse yourself in live cooking demonstrations led by top Caribbean chefs and even explore a vibrant marketplace showcasing the creations of multi-talented local artisans. And they’ve got tons of giveaways and prizes up for grabs!
https://www.jerkfestival.ca/

August 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
TICOT Bingo at Flash On Church, 463 Church St., Toronto
Join TICOT for an afternoon of fun and friendship! Proceeds go to the Reign 37 Charities of Choice which include Anishnawbe Health Foundation along with The Native Women's Resource Centre of Toronto, PWA Essentials Market, and Tsi Tyónnheht Onkwawén:na.
https://www.theimperialcourtoftoronto.com/

Sorry, no events listed for Monday.

August 13, 2024 at 8:00pm
Idina Menzel at Massey Hall, 15 Shuter St., Toronto
Idina Kim Menzel is an American actress and singer. Particularly recognized for her work in musicals on Broadway, she has been nicknamed the "Queen of Broadway" for her commanding stage presence, powerful mezzo-soprano, and reputation as one of the most influential stage actors of her generation.
https://masseyhall.mhrth.com/tickets/idina-menzel

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August 16, 2024 at 12:00am
Buskerfest at Port Credit, Mississauga
Port Credit Busker Fest showcases the very best street performers from around the world in Port Credit, Ontario! MARK YOUR CALENDARS, THE BUSKERS RETURN TO PORT CREDIT AUGUST 16-18TH!
https://www.pcbuskerfest.com/

August 17, 2024 at 12:00am
New Kids On The Block with Paula Abdul and DJ Jazzy Jeff at Budweiser Stage, 909 Lakeshore Blvd. W., Toronto
This is a RAIN OR SHINE Event Doors The New Kids on the Block are bringing the magic back to their fans. This is The Magic Summer 2024 Tour, a nostalgic nod to NKOTB's record-breaking stadium tour in 1990. They will be joined by DJ Jazzy Jeff and Paula Abdul — who previously performed with the New Kids on their Total Package Tour in 2017. Two shows - August 17 and 18
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/new-kids-on-the-block-tickets/artist/735744

August 18, 2024 at 12:00am
New Kids On The Block with Paula Abdul and DJ Jazzy Jeff at Budweiser Stage, 909 Lakeshore Blvd. W., Toronto
This is a RAIN OR SHINE Event Doors The New Kids on the Block are bringing the magic back to their fans. This is The Magic Summer 2024 Tour, a nostalgic nod to NKOTB's record-breaking stadium tour in 1990. They will be joined by DJ Jazzy Jeff and Paula Abdul — who previously performed with the New Kids on their Total Package Tour in 2017. Two shows - August 17 and 18
https://www.ticketmaster.ca/new-kids-on-the-block-tickets/artist/735744