Food & DrinkJul
Taste of Lawrence
Wexford Heights’ three-day celebration of food, music, and culture on Lawrence East.
When
2026: July 3–5, 2026
2027: TBD
2025: July 4–6, 2025
Where
Lawrence Avenue East between Warden Avenue and Birchmount Road
Area
Scarborough
Cost
Free
Format
outdoor
Attendance
10K+ visitors
Running Since
2010 (16 years)
Family Friendly
Yes
VT Insider Tip
Come hungry and walk the full route before committing — the festival’s strength is the range of independent restaurants and international food vendors along Lawrence East.
About
Taste of Lawrence is Scarborough’s largest street festival, organized by the Wexford Heights BIA along Lawrence Avenue East. The three-day celebration brings together international food vendors, live entertainment, midway rides, family attractions, and community programming between Warden Avenue and Birchmount Road.
What to Expect
A three-day street festival with international food, multiple live performances, a beverage garden, midway rides, family attractions, and community programming.
Pro Tips
Take the TTC and arrive earlier in the day for easier movement through the food stalls. Check the official schedule before leaving because programming changes throughout the weekend.
Getting There
Lawrence Avenue East between Warden Avenue and Birchmount Road. Take the 54 Lawrence East bus; road closures make driving and parking difficult during the festival.