Il Canto Italiano
2025-06-10 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
A passionate performance of beautiful Italian music by acclaimed opera singers Sara Papini and Romulo Delgado, and pianist Sabatino Vacca.

L’eco dei Dialetti
2025-06-11 18:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
A celebration of Italian dialects through the performance of original works in poetry, prose and song.

Circus Cabaret…It’s Shirley Happening!
2025-06-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
A live cabaret show filled with songs, comedy, costumes, stories, and fun!

Serenata Cinematica!
2025-06-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Coro San Marco performs a concert of iconic music from beloved films, with movie scenes projected during the performance.

Pasta Making Classes – Piemonte
2025-06-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Experience Italy through this hands-on pasta-making session, with a focus on Piemonte, guided by Chef Luciano Schipano.

Columbus Concert Band Celebrates Italy
2025-06-24 19:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Columbus Concert Band commemorates Italian Heritage Month with an unforgettable concert celebrating the rich musical traditions of Italy.

“The Casorsos: La Prima Famiglia”
2025-06-25 18:30 - 20:45 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
A documentary about the first Italian family in Okanagan Valley in 1883.

Villa Charities Italian Canadian Immigrant Tribute Blessing
2025-06-26 10:00 - 11:30 | Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Celebrate Italian Heritage Month with us, as we welcome His Eminence, Frank Cardinal Leo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Toronto, to the Columbus Centre for a ceremony to bless the Immigrant Tribute donor name plaques, commemorative sculpture, and surrounding space.

“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.

“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.

Salsa for Seniors at Villa Charities
2025-07-02 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-16 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!

Ballo Liscio - Outdoor Social Dancing Nights
2025-07-02 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-07-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-07-16 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-07-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-07-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-08-06 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-08-13 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-08-20 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.

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.

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.

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.

“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
A multimedia exhibition exploring Carnival’s traditions and contemporary forms.

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
Join us for a magical evening under the stars with contemporary Italian films.

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

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 – “Vermiglio”
2025-08-21 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 Closing
2025-08-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
