Get ready for the 21st TD Festival of South Asia 2023, the greatest & largest street festival in North America. Come down to Gerrard India Bazaar to enjoy the food, drinks, entertainment, and celebration!

Your FAVORITE Toronto Street Festival is BACK!

TD Festival of South Asia returns for 2 jam packed days of family fun activities, food, shopping, live entertainment and more!

The place to be is at Gerrard India Bazaar July 29-30 2023.

Stay tuned for details!

TD FESTIVAL OF SOUTH ASIA RETURNS JULY 29-30 2023

Here’s what TD FESTIVAL OF SOUTH ASIA 2022 looked like!

 Over 20 Years of Celebration

Amazing LIVE Performances

TD Festival of South Asia is looking for performers!

From July 29-30, from noon to 11 pm, there will be a jam packed schedule of LIVE programming that celebrates South Asian culture and community.

 

Interested in being one of this year’s performers? Click on the “Apply Now” button.

2022 Festival Highlights

Amin Dhillon

Our FSA host is a sought after national reporter, producer, podcaster, and emcee. Amin’s warm personality and energetic stage presence has made her a crowd favourite for hosting live events. From interviewing politicians to celebrities, Amin has brought viewers exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes access from all of the biggest events. Born and raised in Winnipeg Manitoba, Amin first graced the stage as Miss India Worldwide Canada before successfully crossing over to the media world.

Ketaki Sathe

Renowned Kathak (Indian Classical Dance) dancer known for her expressions, grace, footwork and knowledge in the art. She has performed globally over more than 200 shows in countries like India, South Korea, Norway, and Canada. She conducts dance classes in Toronto

Pushpinder and Desi Muziko

Frontman of a leading Bollywood band Desi Muziko, performing across North America. From old melodies and ghazals to the latest Bollywood dance hits. Now taking special requests.

Chaand Dance Group

Bollywood and semi-classical inspired dance group choreographed  by Chandani Gooroocharan. Inspiring passion within her students, and preserving the rich history of Indian culture within the West Indian community. They have performed for many religious events and cultural events. 

Paromita Kar and Ensemble Topaz

Ensemble Topaz, lead by Paromita Kar, is a dance company dedicated to the music and dance traditions of the Silk road. Including traditions of India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan.

Amy MacCutchan aka HooperSonic

She will be performing two unique performances. First, a hoop performance and second, a fiery performance with her fire dragon staff and fire hoop!

MINT

MINT is a band that formed and grew out of the 2020 Pandemic lockdown. MINT grew from a concept of groovy head bobbing rhythmic music developed through email exchanges and google drive links to the physical stage. This duo packs heavy hit of grooves and ambient sounds. MINT features Richard Dao (GUITAR) & Emree Wilson (DRUMS & PERCUSSION)

Chamma Arts

A Bollywood Fusion dance group from Toronto. Chamma Arts is known for performing at weddings, mehndis, and cultural events in the GTA, as well as providing choreography services and private lessons.

Puja Amin and Sanskriti Arts

Owner and Director of Sanskriti Arts in Toronto and President of Bollycore! Awarded the Global Excellence award 2019 for the Best Dance and fitness studio in Canada, in Mumbai by the dance Diva Madhuri Dixit. After 17 years of spreading Indian dance and culture throughout Canada, this year has marked a new and humble beginning or Sanskriti Arts. It is the start of a ‘digital era’, embracing a fresh new approach to learning and entertainment, bringing dance and fitness classes online to the Global community.

The Naik Official

A dancer specializing in Bollywood and fusion dance.

Faisal Raza and the Aakash Band

Faisal Raza is a producer and singer. His latest musical show “Positive Vibes Lounge” was a huge success and reached more than 2 million viewers worldwide. He is a founder of FR Music and a trend setter who is followed by thousands of followers worldwide.

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The TD Festival of South Asian is brought to you by the generous sponsorship of TD Canada Trust. TD contributes to a wide range of festivals and events that celebrate the cultures of many countries. TD champions diversity and inclusion in the workplace, for their customers and their communities.

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