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A Children’s Carnival, Classic Car Show, Music, Arts Activities, and the SuperDogs are Coming to Bloor West Village!

 
Toronto, July 11, 2022 – There's something for everyone at this year's Bloor West Village StreetFest Event. The 4th annual celebration returns to Bloor West Village loaded with action-packed entertainment, music, fun activities for young and old, and lots of food and treats.

Sure to be one of the family highlights of the summer, this event takes place in Bloor West Village on Saturday, July 16, 2022, from 10:00am until 10:00pm. The hustle-bustle begins early and continues after dark with a night market, buskers and other entertainers! Fully accessible by TTC, public transit, bikes and strollers. Bloor Street W will be open for foot traffic only between Armadale Ave to Runnymede Rd. All Green P parking lots in the area remains open.

We can't wait to welcome everyone back! There will be many new features to this year's event, including a Classic Car Show, arts and crafts activities, an outdoor marketplace, and delicious street-food providers. Visitors can enjoy one of many local Bloor West restaurants, inside or on an outdoor patio. A BIA-wide business SIDEWALK SALE will last the whole weekend.

"We are delighted to bring Bloor West StreetFest back to the community!" says Alexandra Medarevic, Co-Chair of the Bloor West Village BIA. "The Festival's goal has always been to bring BIA businesses and the community together, to have fun and give back to residents as a thank you for their support. The value it brings to the community is intangible. The event has grown in popularity drawing visitors from across the GTA who love to explore our "small village in a big city," stroll the wide and beautiful streets, while taking in the festivities!"

Over 45 street vendors participate while local organizations like the Food Bank, Swansea Town Hall, Friends of High Park Zoo, Green 13, Stone Soup Network and others raise awareness about services and programs. Over 60 volunteers, many returning from previous years, help with the day's fun; a testament to the attractiveness of the event for all.

Of note, the SuperDogs are having a "PAT & CHAT" outside Ruffin's Pet Centre 10:00 – 10:30am at 2299 Bloor St W before the kick-off of exhilarating performances throughout the day. Other activities will include carnival rides, craft projects, face painting, and shopping in the artisan/vendor village. The kids and craft zone features birdhouse decorating, colouring a community mural, creating an origami crane to place on the "Bloor West Peace Tree", decorating (and eating) mini-cinnamon buns; all while supplies last. Guests can climb a rock wall, or sit and take it all in at one of the relaxation stations set up across the BIA. All are invited to the Speaker’s Corner, at the heart in Bloor West Village, to share thoughts on “What Makes Bloor West Village Great!”

Admission and entertainment remain free! The carnival rides have a modest fee ($12/all-day ride wrist band or $3/individual ride), with partial proceeds donated to the 114 displaced families of the Swansea Mews. The residents recently lost their homes to a sudden and tragic building ceiling collapse. The families will be invited to attend the Festival, and enjoy free carnival rides for the weekend.

For more information or to see the full schedule of events, visit www.bloorweststreetfest.ca or follow @Bloorwestvillagebia on Instagram/Facebook. This is a rain or shine event.

About the Bloor West Village BIA StreetFest Event

Now celebrating its 4th year, the Bloor West StreetFest attracts some 25,000 people. The event is known for family activities, entertainment and food. The Bloor West StreetFest is committed to giving back to the community by donating partial proceeds from the Carnival rides to local charities. The public is also invited to bring a non-perishable food item for the Loaves & Fishes local food bank.