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Saturday, July 26th from 11AM-11PM
Festival Map 2025
Stages
North Stage
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South Stage
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OssFest Open Air Market Vendors (Ossington Ave)
Activations
Toronto Dog Moms
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Superkick'd
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Raccoon Records
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Markets
Forget Me Not
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Good Friends Market
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Suds N Dubs
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Afro Caribbean Cultural Market
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Retro Market
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Offline Market
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The BIA tent (located close to 114 Ossington) will be set up from 11:00 am to 11:00pm.
Where are the restrooms?
Porta potties are located at Argyle Street (west side), Foxley Place (west side),
Halton Street (east side), Rebecca Street (east side) and Rolyat Street (west
side)
Halton Street (east side), Rebecca Street (east side) and Rolyat Street (west
side)
Where can I find a bank?
● CIBC and TD can be found at the corner of Ossington and Dundas
● BMO is available just east of Dundas and Ossington
● BMO is available just east of Dundas and Ossington
Where can I park my car?
There is a Green P located at 1117 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1W9, just
east of Ossington on the south side, side street parking and parking lots are
located at CAMH south of Queen, and adjacent neighbouring side streets.
east of Ossington on the south side, side street parking and parking lots are
located at CAMH south of Queen, and adjacent neighbouring side streets.
What happens in case of bad weather?
OssFest 2025 will take place rain or shine!
Is there a place to store personal belongings?
There is limited space at the BIA tent. Please bring only essentials and leave
valuables at home. The BIA can not be held liable for anything that is lost or
stolen
valuables at home. The BIA can not be held liable for anything that is lost or
stolen
Is there a lost and found?
Yes! Lost and Found is located at the BIA tent.
Are pets allowed?
Friendly, leashed pets are welcome at the festival! Owners are responsible for
cleaning up after their pets. For safety reasons, aggressive animals or pets not
on a leash will not be permitted.
cleaning up after their pets. For safety reasons, aggressive animals or pets not
on a leash will not be permitted.
What is the TTC diversion?
505 Dundas and 501 Queen streetcars will service the event corridor, you can
get off at Ossington Avenue
get off at Ossington Avenue
When do the roads close and re-open?
The roads will close at 6:00 AM on July 26th and re-open at 3:00AM on July 27th
Are street patios still open?
All CafeTO patios remain open for business and some may extend for the
festival.
festival.
Where can I refill my water bottle?
Please visit the HTOTOGO water station located at Humbert Street
Is the festival wheelchair accessible?
Is the festival wheelchair accessible?
Yes, roads have been pedestrianized, some businesses are wheelchair
accessible.
accessible.
Who are the organizers of OSSFEST?
OSSFEST is organized by the Ossington BIA. You can visit us at
www.meetmeonossington.ca and celebrating its 9th year!!
www.meetmeonossington.ca and celebrating its 9th year!!
What are the main activations at OSSFEST?
North Stage located at Dundas & Ossington: 2pm-11pm: Indie bands
● South Music Stage located at Queen & Ossington: 1pm-11pm
● Toronto Dog Moms x OSS Fest: 68-70 Ossington
● Afro Caribbean Market: 11am-11pmAfro Caribbean artisans located at Green P lot at 18 Ossington Avenue
● Wrestling Ring: Numerous performances between 2pm-8pm located at Halton Street
● South Music Stage located at Queen & Ossington: 1pm-11pm
● Toronto Dog Moms x OSS Fest: 68-70 Ossington
● Afro Caribbean Market: 11am-11pmAfro Caribbean artisans located at Green P lot at 18 Ossington Avenue
● Wrestling Ring: Numerous performances between 2pm-8pm located at Halton Street
What is OSSFEST’s social handle?
Please tag us @OssingtonBIA, #OssFest2025
Who do I call/text if I have a concern?
●The BIA tent (located close to 114 Ossington) will be set up from 11:00 am to 11:00pm.
Please email [email protected]
TEXT 416-801-5910
Please email [email protected]
TEXT 416-801-5910
Road Closure Information for July 26th, 2025
**Vehicles Being Towed**
In order for us to have a safe and successful OssFest street party and festival, there are some road closures in place.
Ossington Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic from:
5am on Saturday July 26th until 5am on Sunday, July 27th.
Any vehicles that are left on Ossington Avenue between Queen St W and Dundas St W at 5am on Saturday, July 26th, will be towed (at no expense) to a nearby street.
IF your vehicle is relocated, please call 416-808-2222 and press #4 and then press #2.
Ossington Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic from:
5am on Saturday July 26th until 5am on Sunday, July 27th.
Any vehicles that are left on Ossington Avenue between Queen St W and Dundas St W at 5am on Saturday, July 26th, will be towed (at no expense) to a nearby street.
IF your vehicle is relocated, please call 416-808-2222 and press #4 and then press #2.
Please note that only approved vendors, artists, brands and marketing companies are allowed to set up at the event.
All amplified sound activations must be approved by the BIA in advance of the event date.
All amplified sound activations must be approved by the BIA in advance of the event date.
Video from OssFest 2024
TTC Diversion
63/363 Ossington buses will operate as follows:
Southbound: from Ossington Avenue, east on Dundas Street West, south on Bathurst Street, west on Queen Street West and south on Shaw Street, to regular route.
Northbound: from Shaw Street, west on Queen Street West, north on Dufferin Street, east on Dundas Street West and north on Ossington Avenue, to regular route.
Stops not served: Ossington Avenue between Dundas Street West and Queen Street West.
Southbound: from Ossington Avenue, east on Dundas Street West, south on Bathurst Street, west on Queen Street West and south on Shaw Street, to regular route.
Northbound: from Shaw Street, west on Queen Street West, north on Dufferin Street, east on Dundas Street West and north on Ossington Avenue, to regular route.
Stops not served: Ossington Avenue between Dundas Street West and Queen Street West.
