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Harbourfront Centre’s Visual Arts exhibitions present unconventional works from celebrated contemporary visual artists, and this fall, we are thrilled to welcome a group of exceptional new works to Gallery 235, the vitrines and south hallway. Join us on Thursday, September 12 for the opening reception of our Fall 2024 exhibitions. We welcome outstanding artists – the group […]

Part of the larger exhibition, Elaborate. Celebrate the marvel and resilience of an organism that endures for centuries

Colours sing as the human portrait encapsulates the potential beauty and vibrancy within.

Celebrate the work of five stunning artists and the fascinating story of decorated ceramics.

Miss Lou was a towering figure in Jamaican culture, known for her pioneering work in preserving and promoting Jamaican patois and folklore. Her contributions have left an indelible mark on generations, both in Jamaica and abroad. To honour her legacy, Harbourfront Centre is proud to house the Miss Lou Education and Learning Centre. Join us on […]

Embark on a musical journey with Jacob’s Ladder, a visionary band reshaping the landscape of contemporary Jewish music fused with traditional American Roots. Based in Boston, their captivating debut album, Beit El, is a testament to their innovative spirit, blending Eastern European Ashkenazic and Sephardic Jewish traditions with the heartfelt rhythms of rock, WestAfrican beats, […]

Led by multi-instrumentalist Eyal El Wahab, El Khat performs on custom, homemade “junkyard” band instruments to create mesmerizing, otherworldly, retro-futurist sounds rooted simultaneously in tradition and modernity. This innovative concert, drawing influence from Yemeni folk and pop records of the 1960s, is not to be missed!

An epic program of Yiddish big band arrangements created by Roman Britschgi and Andreas Pranzl for the one and only Josh “Socalled” Dolgin. The program is performed with the 19-piece Toronto Jazz Orchestra under Josh Grossman’s direction, which was initially premiered in North America by Ashkenaz in 2021.

Sometimes in life, #ChipHappens and plans fall short of perfect – wouldn’t it be nice if there was insurance for that? Now there is, but it’s nacho-ordinary insurance. Visit a Que Pasa “Claim” Centre at Harbourfront Centre to “claim” your bummer and recover your summer! Visitors who submit their “claim” are entered for a chance […]

Lady C will deliver her latest 20-minute solo creation, taking audiences on a dynamic journey through many dance styles. From the vibrant and energetic beats of street dance to the smooth and expressive movements of jazz, her showcase promises to highlight the rich diversity of dance.   Following her performance, join Lady C for a dance […]

Join us for an exciting evening at Dancing on the Square, where we celebrate West Coast Swing’s smooth and captivating style! Starting with a dance demonstration by expert West Coast Swing dancers, the performance is followed by a dance class, perfect for beginners and advanced dancers.

In collaboration with Jade Music Fest, ¡Sinophone! presents three sets of artists. Taiwanese band Lilium blends traditional beiguan and nanguan music with contemporary rock. JUNO Award-winning Jacq Teh shows off her jazz background with a tribute to her grandfather and Teresa Teng. Singer-songwriter Chynna Lewis writes from her soul, sharing stories of her experiences as […]

Award-winning flutist and bansuri player Lara Wong and flamenco guitarist Melón Jiménez make flamenco their universal musical language to traverse musical territories. Their music ebbs and flows with elegance and expressive power as they fuse the soul of flamenco with the inventive spirit of jazz and the rhythmic improvisations of Indian music. In a dynamic […]

The soul of the Saisiyat is not just a symbol of cultural identity. It is a responsibility and a weight to carry. It is something passed down through traditional dances, songs and rituals. It expresses the body and is deeply connected with mythology, nature and community, reflecting the harmony and dialogue between man and nature […]

Becoming Me combines music from Taiwan, Spain and worldwide. Inspired by the energetic music of flamenco dance and the nostalgic melodies of Hokkien music, this annual opening concert invites everyone to join us on a journey of cross-cultural exploration. Maestro Ken Hsieh and the TAIWANfest Orchestra bring more than 40 local musicians to Harbourfront Centre’s […]