Taste of Lawrence returns as Scarborough's largest street fest
The 22-year-old festival opens July 3 with 180+ vendors, live music, and a soccer hub celebrating the World Cup.
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Taste of Lawrence is returning July 3–5 for its 22nd year as Scarborough's largest street festival, bringing three days of food, culture, music, and community to Lawrence Avenue East.
The festival will host over 180 vendors from around the world, offering global food, products, and cultural performances. Festivities kick off Friday, July 3 at 6 p.m. with an opening ceremony and multicultural parade, running through Sunday, July 5.
A brand-new TOL Soccer Hub will celebrate soccer with free watch parties, special programming, interactive experiences, and giveaways. The festival also features non-stop live entertainment, with Canada's top tribute bands and emerging local talent performing on the main stage. The Great Lakes Brewery and Lume Cocktails beverage garden offers a place to relax between performances.
Returning attractions include the Ultimutts Stunt Dog Show with remarkable tricks and the 2nd annual Rising Stars Talent Showcase spotlighting artists-to-watch across the GTA. Festival attendees can enter for a chance to win an all-inclusive getaway sponsored by the Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Board by completing the festival survey.
Admission is free. For more information, visit the Wexford Heights BIA website.