Celebrate Labour Day in Toronto: A Guide to Fireworks, Buskerfest, and More

Labour Day in Toronto

Labour Day is a national holiday in Canada, celebrated on the first Monday of September. In Toronto, Labour Day weekend is a time for celebration, with a variety of events and activities taking place throughout the city.

Fireworks

One of the highlights of Labour Day weekend is the fireworks display over Ashbridges Bay. The fireworks are launched from a barge in the bay, providing a spectacular view from the surrounding parkland.

The fireworks display begins at 9:00 pm on Sunday, September 4, 2023. The best places to watch the fireworks are along the waterfront, such as Cherry Beach or Woodbine Beach.

Buskerfest

Another popular Labour Day weekend event is Buskerfest, a street festival that features performers from all over the world. Buskerfest takes place on Yonge Street, between Queen Street and Dundas Street.

Buskerfest is a great place to see a variety of street performers, including musicians, dancers, acrobats, and magicians. The festival also features food vendors and a beer garden.

Other Labour Day Events in Toronto

In addition to fireworks and Buskerfest, there are a number of other events and activities taking place in Toronto on Labour Day weekend.

• The Beaches International Jazz Festival takes place on the weekend before Labour Day, featuring jazz musicians from around the world.
• The Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) is a large fair that takes place in Toronto every summer. The CNE features rides, games, food, and live entertainment.
• The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is one of the largest film festivals in the world. TIFF takes place in Toronto every September.