A Packed Agenda (5 Fun Happenings at Riverside Eats & Beats Streetfest 2026)

Who’s excited for the return of Riverside Eats & Beats Streetfest on Saturday, June 6th (12-6pm)?!

Aside from Hot Eats and Cool Buys, we’ve also got an exciting line-up of activities for visitors of all ages to enjoy and participate in!

Here are 5 (of many!) Fun Happenings at this year’s Riverside Eats & Beats Streetfest:

Photo credit: Orikrea

The Art of Handcrafting Accessories

Time and Location: 12-5pm | Munro Street Closure (North of Queen E) 

Come learn about handcrafting and make your own accessory (complimentary!) with Orikrea.

Photo credit: Chi Junky

Step Into Your Chi

Time and Location: 9am-3pm | Chi Junky (70 McGee St)

Come hang out and meet the amazing community of Chi Junky. Stop by 9am-3pm: tour the studio and try a class. All classes on June 6th are free for anyone’s first time!

Photo credit: Pawelec Photo

Show Your Library Pride! on Saulter

Time and Location: 12-5pm | Saulter Street Closure (South of Queen E)

The Toronto Public Library Queen/Saulter Branch will host lots of interactive kids’ activities on Saulter Street: bubbles, rainbow crafts, button making, and a make-your-own Pride Parade sign! Materials will be provided.

Photo credit: Eastbound Brewing Co.

Brewery Tour

Time and Location: 1pm & 3pm | Eastbound Brewing Co. (700 Queen St E)

For $5, enjoy a guided tour of the Eastbound Brewing Co. brewhouse, learn how your favourite beers are made, and start with a free sample. Tours at 1pm and 3pm include $1 off your first beer—stay for a pint or Tex-Mex bites.

Photo credit: Toronto Humane Society

Meet & Greet with Toronto Humane Society

Time and Location: 12-6pm | Carroll Street Closure (North of Queen E)

Meet adorable pets, learn about upcoming events, and ways to support Toronto Humane Society.

Speaking of Fun Happenings, this year’s Riverside Eats & Beats Streetfest is happening alongside the Riverdale ArtWalk at Jimmie Simpson Park (872 Queen St E)!

Did you know that you can also win local prizes at this year’s festival? Enter the Riverside Eats & Beats Raffle! You can enter the raffle either in person at the BIA booth (Queen E/Broadview) OR through the QR code in the festival guide anytime during festival hours. Winners will be drawn and announced at the main stage throughout the day!

Click the button below to RSVP and get the official guide to Riverside Eats & Beats Streetfest with full details and schedule, plus festival perks and promos straight to your inbox!

We’ve got more blog posts leading up to the festival so be sure to follow @riverside_bia on Instagram and check the Riverside Blog regularly for updates!