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NYA Summer Festival Newsletter

This summer, North York Arts is a part of many cultural festivals! From art, to music, film and food, these festivals offer programs for the whole family to enjoy. Check out the list below, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

From all of us at North York Arts

Summer Festivals

Downsview Memorial Parkette 10 Year Anniversary
Celebrating with arts, local talent, music, and more!
June 26, 2016
The community is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the Downsview Memorial Parkette. This award-winning park is a community hub, a memorial space for Downsview's fallen World War II soldiers, and a commemoration space for Downsview's Aerospace heritage.

Join us in celebrating with arts, local talent, music, a full festival, attractions, a sound stage, unique food, and more.

 
Cost: Free
Time: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Where: Downsview Memorial Parkette, 1092 Wilson Ave.
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Earl Bales Arts and Music Festival
Celebrating the arts and culture of North York and Toronto
June 26, 2016
The Earl Bales Park Arts and Music Festival is an annual free, one day event celebrating the arts and culture of North York and Toronto. Taking place in Earl Bales Park, the festival features performances by a variety of musicians across a number of genres, displays by Toronto artists, activities for children and food booths from local restaurants.

Cost: Free
Time: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Where: Earl Bales Park, 4169 Bathurst St
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Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition
Fresh art, in the fresh air since 1961
July 8 - 10, 2016
Mark your calendars for the 55th anniversary of The Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition happening July 8-10, 2016 at Nathan Phillips Square showcasing the works of 314 Visual Artists. The quintessential Toronto Summer Weekend with great art and beer! This is where you will find contemporary artworks for all budgets and tastes. A perfect place to start or grow your art collection and meet seasoned and emerging talents of Canadian Art.

Cost: Free
Time: 
July 8 - 9, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
          July 10, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Where: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W
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Cultura Festival 
Showcasing Music, Film, Dance, and Food
July 8, 15, 22, 29, 2016
This family-friendly event celebrates cultural diversity of Toronto Friday evenings in July at Mel Lastman Square by showcasing world music performers, dancers, buskers, international food vendors, art activities, and outdoor feature film screenings under the stars. 

The festival also serves to benefit the local community, with funds from the proceeds of busker performances going to support locally-based charities.

Cost: Free
Time: 6:00pm - 11:30pm 
Where: Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St
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Sunday Serenades
Some of Ontario’s best live swing, big band, and jazz acts
Sunday nights from July 3 - August 14, 2016
Join us for this free outdoor concert series at Mel Lastman Square featuring some of Ontario’s best live swing, big band, and jazz acts. Dance the night away to the sound of the roaring 30s, 40s, and 50s.

Become a volunteer for this incredible event! Opportunities available on our webiste. 

Cost: Free
Time: 7:30pm- 9:30pm
Where: Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge St
Learn More and Volunteer
Tuesday Night Live!
A series of summer concerts 
Tuesday nights from July 5 - August 23, 2016

Every Tuesday evening between July 5 - August 23, check out this series of summer concerts featuring performances by local musicians and other programming! On July 5th, Join us in opening the summer season with food and entertainment 5:00-6:45 p.m.

Cost: Free
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Where: Earl Bales Park, 4169 Bathurst St

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