TASTE OF LAWRENCE 2024
Presented by Birchmount Gymnastics & Ninja Centre
International food, music, and culture festival returns for its 20th anniversary celebration
July 5 - 7
Lawrence Avenue East between Warden Avenue and Birchmount Road
ABOUT THE EVENT
Taste of Lawrence presented by Birchmount Gymnastics and Ninja Centre returns for its 20th anniversary edition! Join us for three-days of food, music and culture celebration that takes place annually in the Wexford Heights BIA.
As Scarborough’s largest street festival, it boasts the most enticing flavours from every cultural community in the GTA, over 150 street vendors, live entertainment on two stages, midway rides, kid workshops and so much more.
EVENT FEATURES
Over 150 street vendors
Exceptional International food options
Main stage featuring the nation’s best tribute bands and local talent
Main stage beer garden
Community stage featuring cultural and music performances from local dance studios and artists
Ultimutts Stunt Dog Show
50/50 raffle with a chance to WIN big
Friendlier Eco-Zone
Exotic Car Display
Kids workshops
Family friendly entertainment
Midway rides and amusements
EVENT TIMINGS:
Friday July 5th: 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday July 6th: 11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday July 7th: 11:00am - 8:00pm
Entertainment Schedules
Event Map
Thank you to our 2024 Sponsors
We are proud recipients of the Circular Food Innovators Fund!
Thanks City of Toronto for choosing us and supporting waste reduction in Toronto!
Supporting Sponsors
Enter our 50/50 raffle for a chance to win big!
Hosted by Variety - The Children’s Charity of Ontario
We are excited to reveal charity partner Variety Ontario will be conducting a 50/50 raffle! You will be able to buy your raffle ticket online as well as during the event. Support this worthy cause and get a chance to WIN! The winner will be announced on Sunday, July 7th at Taste of Lawrence 🎉🙌
The winning # is 1294467001
Please contact tol@wexfordbia.ca if you are the winner!
Introducing a new feature in celebration of the 20th anniversary!
The Ultimutts are a group of internationally recognized cats, dogs, and trainers that showcase the amazing talents of animals who perform in blockbuster movies and TV shows! From acting skits to the stunt dog skateboarding course, jumping rope, handstands, driving mini cars, tightrope walking and backflips, this show is one that puts the spotlight on our four-legged friends that show up on the big screen.
Catch them at Taste of Lawrence 2024!
Show times:
Sat, July 6: 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm
Sun, July 7: 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm
KIDS WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
Opposite Wexford Heights
United Church
Get ready to dance, move, and groove with Playocity at the Taste of Lawrence festival this summer! We invite all children aged 4 to 10 to come by our booth and participate in our exhilarating, high-energy dance and movement workshops happening all weekend long.
What to Expect:
African Fusion: Feel the rhythm and energy of African dance styles!
Bollywood: Experience the vibrant and colorful world of Bollywood dance!
Hawaiian: Enjoy the graceful and fun movements of Hawaiian dance!
Latin Fusion: Get into the groove with lively Latin dance moves!
Friday, July 5th
6:30pm-7:00pm
7:30pm - 8:00pm
Saturday, July 6th
12:00pm-12:30pm
2:00pm-2:30pm
4:00pm-4:30pm
6:00pm-6:30pm
Sunday, July 7th
12:00pm-12:30pm
2:00pm-2:30pm
4:00pm-4:30pm
ECO-ZONE
As Taste of Lawrence continues to grow, we are committed to addressing environmental concerns by making the event more sustainable. We are excited to announce a partnership with Friendlier, an organization dedicated to eliminating single-use packaging through reusable food containers.
Food and beverage vendors in this zone will now use Friendlier's reusable containers, which will be collected, washed, and sanitized for future use, helping to reduce landfill waste. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all vendors participating in this initiative.
If you use a Friendlier container, please return it to the designated Friendlier drop-off boxes available throughout the event. Thank you for supporting our sustainability efforts!
Learn more by visiting: www.friendlier.com
The Friendlier Eco Zone will be located opposite the TD Family Stage.
Supported by Scarborough Zero Waste.
PARTICIPATING VENDORS
Vendor applications SOLD OUT
Sponsorship Inquiries
Get valuable brand exposure at Scarborough’s largest street festival and show your support for the community. For inquiries please email info@kandymedia.ca
Entertainers, bands and artists
Please email your inquiry to tol@wexfordbia.ca
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Watch 2023 event highlights
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ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE
Please be advised that the Wexford Heights BIA has been granted temporary street closures from the City of Toronto to host Taste of Lawrence. Click here to see more details.
NOTICE OF FILMING AND PHOTOGRAPHY
When you attend this event, you enter an area where photography, audio and video recording may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition or reproduction.
Location
Lawrence Avenue East between Warden Avenue and Birchmount Road
Email
tol@wexfordbia.ca