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Play the Parks is back this summer to celebrate its 14th Season! 

Presented by the Downtown Yonge BIA and TD Bank Group, and curated by Canada’s Music Incubator, Play the Parks returns for its 14th season with an exciting lineup of free weekly concerts from June to September, 2026.

Taking place across iconic Downtown Yonge locations, including 777 Bay Plaza, College Park, College Park Courtyard, Trinity Square Park, and Granby Parkette, this beloved series showcases a vibrant mix of musical genres from Canadian artists. From World, Latin, Funk, and Jazz to Afro, Rock, Classical, Hip Hop, Indigenous music and more, each performance offers a unique soundscape in the heart of the city. Some locations will also feature farmers’ markets and bike clinics, creating a lively and inclusive atmosphere for all.

Whether you drop in for a lunchtime groove or a weekend vibe, there’s no better way to enjoy the season, connect with your community, and celebrate Toronto’s diverse music scene.

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CONCERT LOCATIONS AND SCHEDULE

*Themes, dates and time may change without prior notice.*

Granby Parkette

431 Yonge St. | Tuesdays at 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Music inspired by North & Central America, and the Caribbean.

James N. Wilson June 16
Marta Elena June 23
Aqua June 30
Fafiélla July 7
Suzette Vidal July 14
Pablo Terry & Sol de Cuba July 21
Seu July 28
Ana Lia August 4
Aphrose August 11
Ammoye August 18
The Westend Riverboat Band August 25

 

Crowd of people sitting on Muskoka chairs, outside in a park, clapping.

College Park Courtyard

444 Yonge St.| Wednesdays at 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Celebrate the powerful rhythms and contemporary sounds of Africa.

Kunlé Jun 17
Johnathan Nvita Jul 15
Rose Shiku Aug 19

 

Crowd of people sitting in Muskoka Chairs.

777 Bay Plaza

777 Bay St. | Wednesdays at 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Music influenced by the rich and diverse cultures of Asia.

Chynna Lewis Jun 24
TBA Jul 8
Sanchari Jul 22
Siddharth Khanna Aug 12
TBA Aug 26
Crowd of people sitting in Muskoka Chairs.

Trinity Square Park

 19 Trinity Square | Thursdays at 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Discover performances inspired by the cultures of Europe.

Pete & Anna Jun 18
Jennifer Bettencourt Jun 25
Michael Darcy Jul 2
Nastasia Y Jul 9
Stacy Zaikos Jul 16
Alessandro Montelli Jul 23
Andrea Kuzmich / Ori Shava Aug 6
Divka Aug 13
Dimitra Kahrimanidis Aug 20
Fanio Aug 27
Crowd of people sitting in Muskoka Chairs.

College Park Evenings

420 Yonge St. | Fridays at 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Feel the energy of South America through lively performances.

Aline Morales Jun 12
TBA Jun 19
Natasha Roldán Jun 26
Carlos Cardozo Jul 10
Jesus Bustamante Jul 17
Santiago Moa Jul 24
Luis Anselmi Aug 14
Irene Torres Aug 21
Camila Lozada Aug 28
Animate the Laneways - many people enjoying celebration in laneway.

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