Villa Charities

Tomato Sauce-Making Festival / Festa del Pomodoro
2025-09-14 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Celebrate this annual Italian tradition with us and enjoy a plate of pasta and music by DJ Gianni Mignardi. Plus, receive a complimentary jar of fresh tomato sauce to enjoy at home.

"The Devil In His Big Blue Eyes"
2025-09-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join author Marlene Giuliano as she shares her true story on setting her teenage son free from a deal he made with the devil.

Festa delle Ciambelle
2025-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Live demonstration showcasing the art of making ciambelle, the traditional anise-flavoured bread from the City of Veroli in Italy’s Lazio region.

Ballo Liscio - Social Dancing Nights
2025-09-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
The Italian tradition of Ballo Liscio continues every Wednesday, featuring music by popular Italian DJs and musicians.

Jump, Jive & Wail: A Tribute to Louis Prima
2025-09-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Rocco Continenza and the Testifiers serve up the swingin’-est, wildest, and zaniest set of Louis Prima hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s.

Italian Immersion Toddler Program – Fall Term Program Begins
2025-09-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Leonardo Da Vinci Academy, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Villa Charities and Leonardo Da Vinci Academy are offering Italian immersion classes for toddlers (ages 1 – 3) and their parents. Learn Italian through songs, games and stories.

Ontario Culture Days: “On New Ground” – Opening Reception
2025-09-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Retrospective of Giuseppe Mercurio’s work, a significant representative of the Italian artistic diaspora to Canada after the Second World War.

Cinema Sotto le Stelle – “L’abbaglio”
2025-08-28 20:00 - 22:00 | Caffe Cinquecento Patio, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join us for a magical evening under the stars with contemporary Italian films.

Ballo Liscio - Outdoor Social Dancing Nights
2025-08-27 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-08-20 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-08-13 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-08-06 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-07-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-07-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-07-16 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-07-09 18:30 - 20:30 and 1 more date | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
The Italian tradition of Ballo Liscio continues every Wednesday all summer long, featuring music by popular Italian DJs and musicians.

“Carnival: The Spirit and the Soul” – Exhibition Closing
2025-08-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
A multimedia exhibition exploring Carnival’s traditions and contemporary forms.

Cinema Sotto le Stelle – “Vermiglio”
2025-08-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Caffe Cinquecento Patio, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada

Ferragosto
2025-08-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
An outdoor community event featuring food, music, vendors and children’s activities in celebration of Ferragosto, the annual Italian summer holiday.

Cinema Sotto le Stelle – “Sulla Terra Leggeri”
2025-08-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Caffe Cinquecento Patio, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada

Cinema Sotto le Stelle – “Ho Visto un Re”
2025-08-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Caffe Cinquecento Patio, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada

“Carnival: The Spirit and the Soul” – Exhibition Opening
2025-07-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

In Conversation with Geppi Cucciari
2025-07-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join us for a conversation with acclaimed comedian, writer, and performer Geppi Cucciari—one of the most recognized and beloved artists in Italy.

Salsa for Seniors at Villa Charities
2025-07-16 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-02 17:30 - 18:30 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Villa Charities is the Venue Sponsor of Salsa for Seniors. Enjoy FREE Salsa and Latin dance lessons presented by the Salsa in Toronto Festival, with the best professionals in Toronto and around the GTA!

Speducci Summer Festa
2025-07-13 11:30 - 13:30 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join us for our summer community event to enjoy some delicious food, dancing and music by DJ Gianni Mignardi.

ICFF 2025: “Diabolik: Who Are You? (Chi Sei?)”
2025-07-09 19:15 - 22:15 | Birra Moretti Theatre, Distillery District
Villa Charities is a Film+ Sponsor of ICFF 2025 and proud to co-present the film “Diabolik: Who Are You? (Chi Sei?)” with the Lavazza IncluCity Film Festival.

“Italia & Canada: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow” – Exhibition Closing
2025-06-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Artworks presenting a portrait of Italy and Canada through the lens of Italian Canadian artists with diverse backgrounds.

“Past Present Future: L'Arte che Scompare / The Disappearing Arts” – Exhibition Closing
2025-06-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Lower Gallery, Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Part of the Contact Photography Festival, Cindi Edmond’s four-part photography series is an exploration of extinguishing cultural arts in Italy.
