Pickering, ON is home to many annual and one-time community events and festivals every year. Nonetheless, the annual events are the stand-outs and they are seen by many as part and parcel of the city’s culture. Whether you love art, great food, music or just simple fun, Pickering events will have you swimming in pure fun. Below are some of the local annual events:
Pickering Arts celebration
This is a free annual event in Pickering, ON that features various art-based exhibitions among other child-centered and family-friendly activities. The event includes performances from renowned artists and also features a great selection of food and drinks for everyone and it a great place for both local families and visitors who want to explore the local cultures and cuisines.
Celebrate the Magic of Christmas
This is an all-day event featuring which is held in early December and features a lot of family-friendly activities ranging from face painting for kids, great food from local vendors, live music, crafts, and much more. There are many other unique activities and there is no better way to usher in the Christmas season than celebrate with a community event.
Sunfest
Held annually in the month of July, Sunfest has become one of the most celebrated festivals in Pickering and the nation at large. Sunfest gives you a rare chance to explore and experience various local cultures through live music and great performances, food, and drinks. This event attracts a huge crowd from all over the city.
Latin Food Fest
Held every year within the city, Latin food Fest features authentic Latin cuisine, entertainment, and performances, a wide selection of drinks and many other activities. It’s the best way to appreciate the presence and impacts of the local Greek culture.
Some of the major events in nearby Toronto include:
The Beaches International Jazz Festival
Held in July within Toronto’s eastern end, this unique music festival attracts hundreds of great musicians and music bands and over 1 million music fans from all over the nation and beyond.
Toronto Fiesta
This Toronto based annual event seeks to offer the people of Canada a chance to experience all there is to the local Italian culture and cuisine. Numerous music bands entertain on all street corners, balconies and patios with their soothing Classical music and Salsa.
Other events and festivals within the Capital include Toronto International Carnival; Taste of Lawrence Festival; Toronto International Caravan and Buskerfest among others.
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