Free Events All Summer Long on 17th Ave

From dance parties and vintage markets to live music and movies in the park, there are so many free events to attend on 17th Ave this summer.

Get ready for an incredible summer adventure right in the heart of the city! 17th Ave is the place to be this summer, and we’ve got all the ingredients for an unforgettable time.

Picture this: vibrant patios buzzing with energy, the legendary Stampede grounds just a stone’s throw away, and a lineup of free events that will make your summer glimmer. It’s all happening right here on 17th Ave, and you can be a part of it.

Summer on 17th is back for its third year, and it’s shaping up to be the best one yet. From June to August, pack your calendar with free entertainment. Think dance parties, curated shopping experiences, tours, delicious eats, vintage markets (put on by Seconds Collective), live music and outdoor movies.

Kick off your summer on June 21 in Tomkins Park. Shop at the vintage western market, along with local food vendors serving up tasty treats. Then bust out your best dance moves at the Rhinestone Cowboy-themed dance party! You won’t want to miss the official afterparty at Whiskey Rose either.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! June 22 and 23 are all about local talent, with live music filling the air along the entire Ave. Get into the Stampede spirit early with themed workouts, curated shopping experiences, and irresistible food and drink specials.

July brings a blast from the past as we celebrate 17th Ave’s 40th anniversary with a throwback to 1984. Get ready for Moonlight Madness, ’80s specials galore, and a totally tubular dance party in Tomkins Park on July 26. Dig out your neon gear or snag some vintage threads from the Ave’s shops – it’s going to be like, totally awesome!

And July 26 and 27 are also family nights with movies in the park. Come relive your favourite ’80s films under the stars, and keep an eye out for a special guest who will drop by to join in the fun.

August is all about celebrating arts and culture on 17th Ave. From August 16 to 18, immerse yourself in curated art tours, and get up close and personal with the incredibly talented artists who call the community home. Plus, don’t miss out on free cultural performances in Tompkins Park – it’s a cultural extravaganza you won’t want to miss.

So, mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and get ready for a summer like no other. Summer on 17th is your ticket to endless entertainment in this vibrant community.

For a full list of events and details, visit 17thave.ca/summer-on-17th



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