Saturday, September 12, 2026

Queen Street East | The Beach

🍂 Fall for The Beach and shop the street!

We’re kicking off the season with our Fall for The Beach Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, September 12.

Stroll Queen Street East and discover sidewalk finds, special offers and seasonal promotions from businesses throughout The Beach. Browse your favourite local shops, discover somewhere new and enjoy everything our neighbourhood has to offer on a beautiful fall day.

Shop the Street. Stay for the Patio.

We’re extending patio season and making the most of those perfect early-fall days when the sun is still warm and the air is a little cooler.

After shopping the sidewalk sale, grab a coffee, meet friends for lunch, find a sunny patio or stay for dinner. It’s one of the best times of year to spend an afternoon in The Beach.

Already enjoying the waterfront? Come up from the boardwalk and keep exploring. Queen Street is just steps from the lake, with independent shops, cafés, restaurants and patios waiting to be discovered.

Walk. Wander. Discover.

Make a day of it with our new self-guided walking tours, connecting the waterfront, local parks, beautiful tree canopy and Queen Street commercial corridor.

Take the long way. Wander into a shop. Stop for something delicious. Find a patio. Discover somewhere new.

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026

📍 Queen Street East (Coxwell Ave to Neville Park Blvd)

🛍️ Participating businesses throughout the BIA

Individual offers and promotions will vary by participating business.

Come for the Sidewalk Sale. Stay for the neighbourhood.

Fall for The Beach.

2026 Movie Lineup

Presented by: The Beach BIA

Lead Sponsor: The Richards Group

Movie Nights in The Beach — Schedule Update

Our summer movie nights continue! Please note two changes to the 2026 schedule:

Pitch Perfect

Originally scheduled for July 15, the screening was postponed due to poor air quality.

New Date: Wednesday, August 19

Practical Magic

Originally scheduled for August 12, the screening was postponed due to rain.

New Date: Wednesday, August 26

Both movies will be shown at Kew Gardens, with screenings beginning at sunset.

Thank you for rolling with the summer weather! Grab your blanket or lawn chair and join us for two more evenings of free movies under the stars in The Beach.

August 19: Pitch Perfect

August 26: Practical Magic

Free admission. See you in Kew Gardens!

Movie Nights in The Beach returns this summer to Kew Gardens for six free outdoor movie screenings under the stars.

Grab a blanket or lawn chair and join family, friends, and neighbours for one of The Beach’s favourite summer traditions. Set against the backdrop of one of Toronto’s most beautiful waterfront neighbourhoods, Movie Nights combines great films, local businesses, summer evenings, and community connection.

Before the movie, stroll Queen Street East, enjoy dinner on a patio, pick up your favourite takeout, or treat yourself to dessert from one of our many local cafés and restaurants. Then settle into Kew Gardens for an unforgettable evening under the stars.

Wednesday, July 8

Kicking & Screaming

Wednesday, July 15

Pitch Perfect

Wednesday, July 22

Ratatouille

Wednesday, July 29

Fantastic Four

Wednesday, August 5

Freaky Friday

Wednesday, August 12

Practical Magic

Event Details

Location: Kew Gardens, The Beach

Admission: Free

Movies Begin: At Sunset

Please arrive early to secure your spot and enjoy pre-movie activities, local business promotions, and a summer evening in the park.

Rain Dates

August 19 and August 26, 2026

Movie Nights in The Beach is proudly presented by The Beach BIA with Lead Sponsor The Richards Group. Together, we’re creating memorable summer experiences that bring residents and visitors together while celebrating the unique shops, restaurants, cafés, and businesses that make The Beach one of Toronto’s favourite neighbourhood destinations.

June 13-14

Toronto is buzzing with energy this summer, and The Beach is ready to welcome the world.

Join us for World in Bloom: The Beach, a vibrant weekend celebration of walkable neighbourhood culture featuring shopping, gardens, patios, art, and local discovery along beautiful Queen Street East.

Stroll through our annual Queen Street East Sidewalk Sale, where local boutiques, cafés, restaurants, and small businesses spill out onto the sidewalks with special finds, seasonal treats, and one-of-a-kind neighbourhood charm. Spend the day exploring the commercial strip, relaxing on a patio, and discovering why The Beach remains one of Toronto’s most beloved summer destinations.

We are also proud to welcome visitors attending Through the Garden Gate: THE BEACH, presented by the Toronto Botanical Garden. Garden tour guests are invited to continue their day on Queen Street East to enjoy local dining, shopping, and our growing collection of self-guided walking experiences highlighting nature, history, biodiversity, architecture, and hidden pockets of peace throughout the neighbourhood.

Adding to the weekend atmosphere is the always-popular Beaches Arts & Crafts Show at Kew Gardens, where visitors can browse handcrafted goods, meet artists and makers, and enjoy one of Toronto’s most iconic park settings just steps from the boardwalk and beach.

From gardens to galleries, patios to parks, and local shops to lakeside sunsets — there is so much to explore and experience in The Beach this weekend.

We can’t wait to welcome you.