The 48th Highlanders Regiment Museum is located in the beautiful St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church on King West, a block west of University Avenue. http://www.48highlanders.com/museum.htm

There's a cluster of antique business located in the building at the corner of King West and Duncan Street - between the Royal Alex and Princess Diana Theatres.

Dancing under the stars at Mel Lastman Square, Yonge Street at the North York subway stop: Sunday evenings: Free


Sunday, July 16
7:30 - 9 pm
Freddy Vette and the Flames

Freddy Vette will really "rip it up"! Along with the Flames, he will kick back this concert series to the '50s; you won't notice the timewarp at all! The dynamic costumes and creative choreography allows the audience to relive this classic era with their favourite juke box hits from Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley and many more!

Plus This is Crazy Daddy-O! Costume Contest

Sunday, July 23
7:30 - 9 pm
Swing Rosie

Swing into the scene with Swing Rosie. This upcoming, vibrant group a sound reminiscent of the Andrew Sisters, these three accomplished jazz vocalists will make it impossible to sit still, nor stand still for that matter.

Sunday, July 30
7:30 - 9 pm
York Jazz Ensemble

Are you in the mood for some jiving jazz? This nine-piece group not only looks like a big band, it plays like one too! With repertoire from Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller and John Coltrane, the York Jazz Ensemble will entertain the crowd with their energetic versions of jazz and swing standards.

Sunday, August 6
7:30 - 9 pm
Hits of the Blitz

It will be an evening dedicated to nostalgia as Hits of the Blitz throws back to all things patriotic and brings back the memorable tunes of the World War II era. This war-time themed show will certainly be a big hit!

Sunday, August 13
7:30 - 9 pm
Royal Jelly Orchestra
Sing, Sing, Sing! The Royal Jelly Orchestra will bring back high energy jazz big band style with 13 vocalists and their 12-piece ensemble.

Sunday, August 20
7:30 - 9 pm
Swing Shift Big Band
Come fly with the Swing Shift Big Band on this exciting night, as they render a tribute to Sinatra. Complimented by the vocals of David Statham, the group will keep you dancing long into the night with their not-so-standard standards.

Sunday, August 27
7:30 - 9 pm
Unforgettable Brothers of Song

With the memorable melodies of Nat 'King' Cole and other Motown, blues and soul musicians, The Unforgettable, Brothers of Song - Starring Rudy Mayes - will make your feet tap and fingers drum to the beat of your favourite oldies.

Visit a garden - $3 for charity -

www.opengardenstoronto.com

Afrofest this weekend:

July 8-9-Afrofest at Queens Park. 12:00pm.-10:30 pm. Both days, music performances, childrens village, drumming stage, workshops, marketplace, foods, arts & crafts. Free.

This year’s main stage performers include Rwandan star Jean Paul Samputu, Juno award winners African Guitar Summit, Cameroonian songstress Muna Mingole, Cape Verde’s Carmen Souza, Halifax based Afro pop sensation Afro Musica, the Ijo Vudu African Dance Company, from Nigeria, and many more.

Skipping World Championships: www.worldropeskipping.com June 20 to 23 at Humber College and Living Arts Centre in Mississauga

Sept 16 and 17: The Beatles Celebration: www.torontobeatlescelebration.com

There are a number of online spots where you can get updated Toronto events and festivals. I started using whatTOdo Toronto's "Happening" page: www.whattodotoronto.com/?view=happening

I think the fact that they have pictures for each event is my favorite part.
See if you like it.

The original post is almost 5 years old.

Watch how many people show up for the 2006 events...

Yeh, I just stumbled on this thread. I didn't realize how old it was!
New ways for finding events in the city are always relevant though. Use them.