Taste of the Junction 2026 is a one-day outdoor public market in Toronto’s west end, taking over the Green P and No Frills parking lots (Pacific Ave at Dundas St W) on Saturday, June 27, 2026 (11:00 AM–7:00 PM).
Taking place as Toronto welcomes the world for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, the event aligns with Toronto’s Host City theme, “The World in a City,” and celebrates the neighbourhood’s diverse cultural communities through inclusive storytelling and placemaking.
Spend the day browsing 35+ curated vendors, discovering local makers, and enjoying standout food and drink from Junction favourites. The site comes alive with DJ music and pop-up moments that make it easy to linger, snack, and play.
A signature feature of the event is Passageways, a series of five immersive, interactive cultural installations created by local artists and collectives. Each Passageway transforms a 10x10 tent into a walk-in “small world” designed for exploration and photography, with a clear hero photo moment that invites visitors to step inside and capture the experience.
Passageways spotlights five of the Junction’s largest cultural communities: British, Black (African and Caribbean heritage), South Asian, Chinese, and Portuguese. Each installation is designed to be tactile and accessible, featuring at least one touchable element and a short audio guide accessed by QR code.
Looking for something uniquely Toronto? Explore 11 neighbourhood augmented reality (AR) murals that come to life using the free Artivive app, connecting art, technology, and the neighbourhood’s creative spirit. Located just minutes from Toronto Stadium at Exhibition Place, Taste of the Junction is a perfect stop for visitors exploring the city’s west end during Host City summer.
Want to be part of it? Explore our Call for Artists, review our Call for Sponsors (including non-exclusive sponsorships at $5,000), and apply using the Vendor Sign-Up Form.
Also check out other Arts events in Toronto, Exhibitions in Toronto.
