TD Festival of South Asia Returns to Gerrard India Bazaar This July

The TD Festival of South Asia returns to Toronto on July 11 and 12, 2026, bringing two days of food, live music, dance, art, shopping, and community programming to Gerrard India Bazaar.

Presented by the Gerrard India Bazaar BIA, the 24th annual festival will run from noon to 11:00 p.m. on both days. Admission is free.

The festival takes place along Gerrard Street East between Coxwell Avenue and Glenside Avenue, turning the area into a street festival focused on South Asian culture, food, performance, and local businesses.

A Two-Day Street Festival in Little India

Gerrard India Bazaar is often known as Toronto’s Little India.

During the festival weekend, visitors can walk through one of the city’s long-running South Asian business districts while taking in stage shows, food vendors, shopping, art, and cultural programming.

The event is expected to draw large crowds across both days, with programming built for local residents, visitors, families, food lovers, and people interested in South Asian arts.

Key Details

• Dates: July 11 to 12, 2026
• Time: Noon to 11:00 p.m.
• Location: Gerrard India Bazaar, Gerrard Street East between Coxwell Avenue and Glenside Avenue
• Admission: Free
• Website: https://www.festivalofsouthasia.ca/

Music, Dance, and Stage Programming

Live performance is a major part of the TD Festival of South Asia.

This year’s program will feature a wide mix of South Asian music and dance, including Bollywood, Bhangra, folk, fusion, and contemporary styles.

More than 200 artists are expected to take part across the weekend. As a result, visitors can expect performances throughout the day and into the evening.

Food, Vendors, and Local Businesses

Food is another major part of the festival.

Visitors can expect South Asian dishes from restaurants, chefs, and vendors connected to the Gerrard India Bazaar area and the wider community.

Alongside the food, the festival marketplace will include vendors selling clothing, jewellery, crafts, artwork, and other goods. This gives guests a chance to support local businesses while spending time in one of Toronto’s main South Asian neighbourhoods.

More Than a Summer Event

The TD Festival of South Asia also brings attention to the history and business community of Gerrard India Bazaar.

The Gerrard India Bazaar BIA was formed in 1981 and is one of Toronto’s older BIAs. Today, the area remains one of North America’s largest main street marketplaces for South Asian goods and services.

For the neighbourhood, the festival helps bring new visitors to Gerrard Street East while giving long-running businesses a larger public platform.

About Gerrard India Bazaar BIA

Gerrard India Bazaar BIA represents Toronto’s Little India neighbourhood.

Formed in 1981, the BIA supports one of North America’s largest main street marketplaces for South Asian goods and services. Through events, business support, and public programming, the BIA helps promote Gerrard India Bazaar as a cultural and commercial area in Toronto.