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North America's Largest Caribbean Carnival

Thursday, July 30th - Monday, August 3rd, 2026

TORONTO, CANADA

Family Events

2026 Toronto Caribana Family Events

Enjoy the Toronto Carnival Weekend with friends and family. Most Carnival family events listed are free to attend.  The Grand Parade is on Saturday August 1st, 2026. 

Looking for adult only spaces? View our Nightlife & Day Events Section. 

Family Events

The Grand Parade

  • Exhibition Place & Lakeshore Boulevard
  • Saturday, August 1, 2026
  • Daytime Event
  • Outdoors
  • 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Junior Carnival and Family Day

Junior Carnival is an annual parade for kids!

  • TBA
  • Saturday, July 18, 2026
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Pan Alive

Canada's premiere Steel Pan competition happening during Carnival weekend.

  • TBA
  • Friday, July 31, 2026
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King and Queen Showcase

The King and Queen show has traditionally kicked off the Toronto Caribbean Carnival weekend every year since the beginning.

  • TBA
  • Thursday, July 30, 2026
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Official Launch

The Festival Season begins with the Official Launch ceremony. 

  • TBA
  • Saturday, June 13, 2026
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Carnival Village

Carnival Village is a community celebration of masquerade, music, dance and storytelling.

  • TBA
  • Friday, July 31, 2026
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