Taste of the Motherland is a one-day African food and culture festival in Toronto that celebrates the richness of African heritage through food, traditional dishes, modern cuisines, music, dance, and community.

The event is scheduled for Summer 2025 in Toronto, ON. The exact date and venue will be announced in May

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No. This is a free event.

Absolutely! Taste of the Motherland is open to all ages and will have programming suitable for families, including music, food, and interactive activities.

Expect a delicious mix of:

• African street food (e.g. suya, puff-puffs, jollof rice)

• Traditional dishes from different in the Motherland

• Modern takes on African cuisines

• Drinks, desserts, and snacks from local vendors

Live DJs, music, dance performances, fashion pop-ups, art, culture exhibits, giveaways, and more!

We’d love to have you! Vendor applications are open. Click here to apply.

Yes! We offer custom sponsorship opportunities with high visibility before and during the event. Click here to learn more.

Yes, Videos and pictures will be captured. Links to Pictures and Media will be available through tasteofthemotherland.ca following the event.

It is common that you will be photographed at the event of this style