INTERNATIONAL PEACE FESTIVAL
Monday, September 21, 2026 – Saturday, October 24, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
City Hall
Beginning on the United Nations International Day of Peace, the International Peace Festival (IPF) lands in Toronto for a month-long global celebration of culture, education, diplomacy, and international cooperation. Running from September 21 to October 24, 2026, the festival brings together artists, filmmakers, performers, and community leaders for public programming spanning multiple continents.
What to Expect
Head downtown to City Hall and participating cultural venues across the city to experience an eclectic mix of international programming. The festival features thought-provoking film screenings focusing on human rights and reconciliation, contemporary art exhibitions exploring themes of global understanding, and live performing arts ranging from dance and ballet to theatre and world music.
Highlights and Culmination
The festival kicks off with official opening celebrations on September 21 and spans a packed month of conferences, public dialogues, and lectures. It all culminates on October 24 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel with the elegant Peace Ambassadors Awards Gala & Grand Ball, a white-tie event honoring achievements in peacebuilding and cultural diplomacy.
Whether you're taking in a free exhibition or attending a panel discussion, it's a stellar opportunity to engage with international perspectives right here in the heart of downtown Toronto.
