Grange Festival 2024

Family Fun for Everyone!

Friday, August 9, 2024
11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Grange Park (24 Grange Road)
FREE!

University Settlement is proud to host the 83^rdannual Grange Festival – a free public, outdoor fair for everyone!

Explore community tables from organizations working in the downtown Toronto area
Experience performances by local artists representing the rich cultural mosaic of our community
Enjoy free games, activities, and food – snow cones, popcorn and cotton candy for everyone!

Held in Grange Park in the heart of downtown Toronto, rain or shine, the Festival attracts a diverse audience of all ages – from babies to seniors. The Grange festival always has a great turnout.

Please note: The Grange Festival is designed to be an all-weather event. While we hope for beautiful weather, please be aware that if conditions become severe, including heavy rain, we may need to adjust or cancel parts of the event. We will do our best to communicate any changes promptly, but we cannot guarantee a refund if the event is altered or cancelled due to weather. We look forward to celebrating with you – rain or shine!

Event Performance Schedule

11:30 am to 11:45 am
Welcome, Land Acknowledge, & National Anthem

11:45 am to 11:55 am
Thank You to our Sponsors

11:55 am to 12:05 pm
Speeches – Elected Leaders

12:05 pm to 12:20 pm
Tai Chi Flag Dance

12:20 pm to 12:40 pm
Live Band – Ear Gangs

12:40 pm to 12:50 pm
Ukulele Performance – Music and Arts School

12:50 pm to 1:10 pm
Kids Hip-Hop Dance

1:10 pm to 1:30 pm
Fire Performance – David Ito

1:30 pm to 1:40 pm
Line Dance

1:40 pm to 2:00 pm
Chinese Opera Group

2:00 pm to 2:20 pm
Edward the Juggler

2:20 pm to 2:50 pm
Free Stage time for Children to Enjoy

2:50 pm to 3:00 pm
Thank You and Group Photo

Grange Festival Map (PDF)

Partnership Opportunities

Become a Sponsor

Your sponsorship is not only a great way to gain visibility for your company, but also an opportunity to reward your staff, or have a great day with family and friends. Your sponsorship dollars go towards supporting exceptional children’s, youth, and seniors programs at University Settlement.

Platinum Sponsor ($10,000)

Logo on main event signage, flyers, webpage
Logo on US Website – 1 year
Social Media recognition and cross posting
Table at Event
Logo on invites/ advertisements of the event
Acknowledgement in annual report
Acknowledgement from the podium as main Sponsors (cheque presentation)
Logo on Event T-Shirt

Silver Sponsor ($5,000)

Logo on main event signage (Small)
Logo on Website – 1 year
Social Media Recognition
Table at Event
Acknowledgement in annual report
Logo on Event T-Shirt

There are lots of ways to get involved! You can also engage with Grange Festival participants through a range of activations, such as new product launches, and more. We will gladly work with you to develop the opportunity that works best for you.

View Sponsorship Package (PDF)

For more information, please contact Priyanka Bakhshi at 416‑598‑3444 or email priyanka.bakhshi@universitysettlement.ca.

Book a Table

The Grange Festival provides a great opportunity for our partners to connect with the local community. The Grange Festival is family fair with lots of children, youth, seniors, especially newcomers joining in on the fun.

We provide an 8-foot table and 2 chairs. You are free to set up your own tents. The deadline to submit bookings is Monday, July 15, 2024.

Book A Table

For more information, please contact Priyanka Bakhshi at 416-598-3444 or email priyanka.bakhshi@universitysettlement.ca.

Calling All Camps!

Bring kids to have fun at the Grange Festival. We will have free activities, prizes, games, music, arts and crafts.

History of the Grange Festival

Since its inception in 1935, the Grange Festival has been a cornerstone of the University Settlement’s commitment to fostering community cohesion and celebrating diversity. Originating as the Spring Festival and evolving into the Grange Festival, this event has been a platform for showcasing music, drama, and neighborhood parades.

In its inaugural year, thousands of spectators gathered in Grange Park to witness the vibrant display of national dances, ranging from Ukrainian to Chinese, Danish to Canadian square dances. Over the past years, the Grange Festival has grown in scale and significance, becoming a beloved tradition cherished by residents and visitors alike.