Scarborough Arts Announces The World in a Block Party Weekend Two
Scarborough Arts is pleased to announce The World in a Block Party, a Destination Scarborough event in partnership with Eat More Scarborough. Presented by STC, this free event will take place on Saturday, June 27 & Sunday, June 28 from 11AM to 4PM at the former Hudson’s Bay parking lot, outside STC Gate 3.
We’re inviting folks from across Scarborough and the GTA to a cultural celebration filled with art, food, and performances curated by RISE Edutainment and SoundLife Scarborough, celebrating Toronto’s most creatively alive place!
This two day event will feature:
Arts market with local vendors, and a special pop-up from Scarborough Spots
A food tasting experience from some of Scarborough’s best restaurants including Aragoz Egyptian Kitchen, offering authentic Egyptian street eats from Chef Adam Soliman and Sisaket Thai Kitchen, Chef Noi’s Issan-style eatery
Chalk murals by artist Jared Olsever, pottery demonstration by Millean Kung of The Potter’s Studio, and listening station by Foodie Artist in Residence Shn Shn
A special food tour exploring food gems in the Scarborough Town Centre area
Free art activities including watercolour postcards with Fresh Paint Studios, and zine-making with artist Ashley Beerdat
An exhibition that tells the story of Scarborough’s amazing food scene with an exciting “Name the Spice” challenge!
Live performances including RISE headliners Getchnah and Dynasti, and from SoundLife Scarborough, Filipino band Studio Mahilo, and Juno-nominated artist Aline Morales with SoundLife’s Brazilian Maracutu performance group
The World in a Block Party, Presented by STC, is supported by the City of Toronto’s Community Celebration Support Fund and Toronto Arts Council, with additional funding from Ontario Arts Council, Delta Bingo & Gaming, and the Government of Canada, and live stage programming presented in collaboration with RISE Edutainment and Soundlife Scarborough.
This project has been funded by the City of Toronto's World in A City Small Business Support Fund, as part of Government of Canada support through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.
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Destination Scarborough is a collaboration between Scarborough Arts and Eat More Scarborough, showcasing the borough’s vibrant restaurants, arts scene, businesses, and cultural institutions. The platform invites locals and visitors from Toronto and beyond to experience the Scarborough vibe and the artistry thriving in our diverse communities.
Scarborough Arts is a Toronto Local Arts Service Organization that exists to amplify, connect, and animate the most creatively alive place in Toronto. We serve as Scarborough’s primary cultural engine by brokering high-impact partnerships, providing professional support, and delivering inclusive programming that animates our public spaces. We envision Scarborough with a thriving, connected, and resourced arts ecosystem where creativity is woven into the fabric of daily life.
Eat More Scarborough invites you to explore the rich, multicultural food scene of Scarborough! Their guided, interactive tours are more than just a chance to eat—they’re an experience that blends incredible flavours with the stories behind them. Each tour combines food tastings with cultural insights: the history behind the dishes, the journeys of the entrepreneurs who make them, and the role food plays in shaping the community.
