What: Island Soul 

Where: 235 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8

When: August 3 – 7  

Huge Fete, Big Soul! Soak up some island flavour on Toronto’s waterfront as Harbourfront Centre celebrates the vibrant people and culture of the Caribbean with the 25th edition of Island Soul. From August 3–7, 2023, visitors and audiences can revel in an exciting lineup of free and ticketed events, ranging from live dancehall, Soca and reggae performances at beautiful lakeside venues to multidisciplinary arts, comedy, film, fun family crafts and activities and delectable cuisine, all of which represent the many distinct islands of the Caribbean.

A few highlighted performances include:

The Woman King of Comedy: Gina Yashere

WHEN: August 3 at 8:00 pm

WHERE: Harbourfront Centre Theatre, ticketed

Nailah Blackman and DJ Power

WHEN: August 4 at 9:30 pm

WHERE: Concert Stage, free

Freetown Collective

WHEN: August 6 at 8 pm 

WHERE: Concert Stage, free

Island Soul After Dark 

WHEN: August 5 at 11pm 

WHERE: Lakeside Terrace, ticketed

For more information on Island Soul, summer programming, food and market vendors visit HarbourfrontCentre.com.