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7 Huge Openings That Will Get You Seriously Pumped About Summer In Toronto Again

Get ready for beach clubs & roller skating!

Lead Writer, Travel

Summer is just around the corner, and this season, there's more to look forward to than the usual ice cream dates and beach days.

Several brand new attractions are planning to open in and around the city within the next few months, and you can spend you summer days coasting around on roller skates and indulging in colourful cake.

Carlo's Bakery

Price: Prices vary

When: Summer 2021

Address: 167 Lakeshore Rd. W., Port Credit, ON

Why You Need To Go: The iconic bakery owned by the Cake Boss star Buddy Valastro is opening its first Canadian location just outside of Toronto, and you can indulge in all sorts of delicious treats.

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Toronto Beach Club

Price: To be announced

When: Opening June 22, 2021

Address: 1681 Lake Shore Blvd. E., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: A fancy new beach club is opening at Woodbine Beach, and you can indulge in Mediterranean fare while gazing across the water.

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Retro Rolla

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Price: Rentals starting at $18 for 1 hour

When: Opening Mid-June 2021

Address: 250 Fort York Blvd., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Spend the summer like you're in Venice Beach at this retro roller skating experience, taking place in Toronto at The Bentway.

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Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience

Price: To be announced

When: Summer 2021

Address: 255 Front St. W., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Step into the world of Claude Monet at this massive immersive exhibition opening in the city.

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Arcana Cabins

Price: $299 + per weeknight

When: Opening August 2021

Address: Secret location less than 2 hours north of Toronto

Why You Need To Go: Spend the night in a dreamy steel cabin hidden away in a lush forest. The new experience comes with activities like a sauna and meditative sound journey.

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Niagara Power Generating Station

Price: $20+ per adult

When: Opening July 1, 2021

Address: 7055 Niagara Pkwy., Niagara Falls, ON

Why You Need To Go: The Niagara Parks Power Station has been transformed into an immersive adventure with glowing projections and sounds.

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Illusionarium

Price: $99+ for two people

When: Opens July 29, 2021

Address: 1 Yonge St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Step into a world of illusion at this immersive exhibit, which will take you through different eras of magic.

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Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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