Labour Day weekend brings festivals, air shows, and storms to the Greater Toronto Area
The CNE closes, the Canadian International Air Show returns, and four free downtown cultural festivals run this weekend—but police warn of showers and thunderstorms, and traffic delays are expected.
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Labour Day weekend—Saturday, September 5, through Monday, September 7—brings a full slate of festivals and events across Toronto and the surrounding region, but police are warning residents to stay cautious while driving, and showers and thunderstorms are forecast for the Greater Toronto Area.
The major events include the final weekend of the Canadian National Exhibition, the Canadian International Air Show, the Labour Day Parade, and the closing days of the Ashkenaz Festival. In total, ten festivals and markets are running across Toronto, Mississauga, North York, Mono, and Bradford. Four free downtown cultural festivals are also happening over the weekend.
Traffic delays are expected at St. Anne's Road and Abinojii Mikanah during the weekend. Given the forecast weather, Toronto police are asking people to drive carefully.
For context: the Ontario Provincial Police laid more than 1,800 charges in southwestern Ontario over the Civic Holiday weekend in late July, including hundreds for speeding and dozens for impaired driving.
The facts
When is Labour Day weekend in Toronto?
Labour Day weekend runs from Saturday, September 5, through Monday, September 7, 2026.
What major events are happening over Labour Day weekend?
The Canadian National Exhibition's final weekend, the Canadian International Air Show, the Labour Day Parade, and the closing days of the Ashkenaz Festival are all taking place. In total, ten festivals and markets are running across Toronto, Mississauga, North York, Mono, and Bradford, plus four free downtown cultural festivals.
What weather is forecast for the Greater Toronto Area this weekend?
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast for the Greater Toronto Area during Labour Day weekend.
