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Mel Lastman Square

  • 5100 Yonge St North York, ON M2N 5V7
  • 416-432-6998
  • hello@yongenorthyork.com

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Mel Lastman Square is a public square located in North York, Ontario, Canada. Named after Mel Lastman, the former mayor of North York and later the first mayor of the amalgamated City of Toronto, the square is a popular community gathering spot. Situated at the North York Civic Centre, it serves as a hub for various cultural and public events, including concerts, festivals, and seasonal celebrations.

Community Supporters:
  • Councillor Lily Cheng |
  • MPP Stan Cho |
  • MP Ali Ehsassi

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5100 Yonge Street, North York, ON M2N 5V7

info@mlsquare.ca

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The stage at Mel Lastman Square is heating up with The stage at Mel Lastman Square is heating up with back-to-back festivals you won’t want to miss!⁠
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🎷 T.U. Jazz Fest 2025⁠ @tujazzfest
📅 Aug 29 – Sept 1 ⁠
Smooth tunes, cool vibes, and 24+ live concerts across two outdoor stages. From world-class jazz to global eats and family-friendly fun, this Labour Day weekend is all about music, food, and community.⁠
🌐 Full program (link in bio)⁠
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🌺 Toronto Cha Raja Fest⁠ @torontocharajaofficial
📅 Sept 5–6⁠
Organized by @youthforchangecanada, celebrate the vibrant spirit of India at Ganesh Utsav! Enjoy the powerful beats of dhol-tasha drums, dazzling dance shows, and festive foods like modak and puran poli. A joyful celebration of culture, tradition, and togetherness, right here in North York.⁠
🌐 Details: (link in bio)⁠
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📍 Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge Street⁠
🎟 Free & open to all!⁠
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#MLSquare #MelLastmanSquare #YongeNorthYork #TorontoEvents #TUJazzFest2025 #TorontoChaRajaFest #TorontoCulture #NorthYorkEvents #FreeInToronto #CommunityCelebration
#Recap | A heartfelt thank you to the Greater Toro #Recap | A heartfelt thank you to the Greater Toronto Kurdish House for bringing the 17th Annual Kurdish Heritage Festival to Mel Lastman Square this past Saturday.⁠
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From powerful music and dance to delicious Kurdish cuisine and storytelling, the Square was alive with culture, unity, and joy. This vibrant celebration reminded us once again how Toronto’s diversity is truly our greatest strength. 💛⁠
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#MLSquare #YongeNorthYork #MelLastmanSquare #KurdishHeritageFestival #TorontoEvents #CulturalCelebration⁠
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🎉 August is packed with culture, music, and cel 🎉 August is packed with culture, music, and celebration at Mel Lastman Square! 🌟⁠
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1️⃣ 17th Annual Kurdish Heritage Festival⁠ 
🗓️ Saturday, Aug 16 | 4–10 PM⁠
Experience the rich traditions of Kurdish culture with music, dance, art, food, and storytelling. Free admission for all!⁠
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2️⃣ Toronto Korean Festival⁠ @torontokfest
🗓️ Aug 22 (4-10PM), Aug 23 & 24 (12-10PM)⁠
From K-Pop & K-Dramas to K-Food & K-Beauty, Toronto Korean Festival (TKF) brings the best of Korean culture to North York. Enjoy competitions, performances, delicious eats, and more. Free admission!⁠
🔗 Learn more (link in bio) 
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3️⃣ T.U. Jazz Festival⁠ @tujazzfest
🗓️ Aug 29 – Sept 1⁠
Relax and groove to incredible live jazz performances at the Mel Lastman Square rink. A free, can’t-miss experience for music lovers.⁠
🔗 Tickets (see link in bio) 
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✨ Mark your calendars and join us in the heart of Yonge North York for these unforgettable summer events!⁠
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#MLSquare #YongeNorthYork #MelLastmanSquare #TorontoEvents #FreeInToronto #NorthYorkEvents #FestivalSeasonTO #CulturalCelebration #LiveMusicTO
☀️ Sunday, served with a side of sunshine & pi ☀️ Sunday, served with a side of sunshine & ping pong. Nothing says weekend bliss like blue skies, fresh air, and the perfect place to unwind. 🏓🌳✨⁠
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#SundayVibes #MelLastmanSquare #MLSquare #YongeNorthYork #NorthYorkLife #ChillMomentsTO #CityEscape
#Recap | From hula to Hawaiian treats, Aloha Fest #Recap | From hula to Hawaiian treats, Aloha Fest Toronto (@alohafestto) brought the islands to Mel Lastman Square 🌊✨

The day was filled with Polynesian arts and crafts, delicious food, and rich cultural experiences that celebrated the spirit of aloha 🤙

🌺 Big mahalo to everyone for coming and enjoying the festivities!

#MLSquare #MelLastmanSquare #YongeNorthYork #AlohaFestTO #TorontoEvents #ThingsToDoToronto #AlohaSpirit
Summer’s in full swing at Mel Lastman Square! Ma Summer’s in full swing at Mel Lastman Square! Mark your calendars for back-to-back cultural celebrations, live music, and family fun — all FREE and in the heart of Yonge North York! ☀️🎶🌺⁠
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1. AlohaFest (@alohafestto)
🗓 Saturday, July 26 | 11AM–7PM⁠
Celebrate Hawaiian & Polynesian culture with music, dance, workshops & island eats!⁠
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2. Summer Live Music Festival 2025⁠
🗓 Sunday, July 27 | 2PM–9PM⁠
Enjoy a full day of live performances from jazz fusion to global rhythms. Featuring: RimayCanada, Diane Roblin’s Life Force, Spencer MacKenzie, George Lake Big Band (part of Sunday Serenades)⁠
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3. Sunday Serenades⁠
🗓 Sundays: July 27, Aug 3 & 10 | 7PM–8:30PM⁠
Swing into summer with big band classics and jazz favourites under the stars. Organized by @willowdaleartscollective & @tujazzfest
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All events are FREE — come early, stay late, and enjoy the summer vibes!⁠
For more info, see our link in bio 🔗⁠
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#MLSquare #MelLastmanSquare #YongeNorthYork #SummerInTheCity #TorontoEvents #LiveMusicTO #AlohaFestTO #SundaySerenades
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