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What’s new at Kennedy House?

Visit us at these events this summer!

  • Beaches Jazz Festival –StreetFest
    (Thursday, July 24 – Saturday, July 26)
  • Danforth East Community Association Farmers’ Market (Wednesdays, July 31 & August 14)
  • 46th Annual Cabbagetown Festival
    (Saturday, Sept 6 & 7)

Come Visit Us This Summer!

Kennedy House will be out in the community at several events this summer—stop by, say hello, and help us spread the word about the important work we do. We’ll have games, giveaways, kids’ activities, literature, and friendly faces ready to chat!


Beaches Jazz Festival – StreetFest

Thursday, July 24 – Saturday, July 26
7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. nightly
Queen Street East (between Woodbine and Beech Avenues)
Street closes at 6:00 p.m.

A free, vibrant street festival featuring live music, food trucks, vendors—and your Kennedy House booth!

More info: Beaches Jazz Fest – StreetFest

StreetFest | Beaches Jazz Fest


Danforth East Community Association Farmers’ Market

Wednesdays, July 31 & August 14
3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
East Lynn Park, 1949 Danforth Ave

Join us for an afternoon of fresh seasonal food, live music, kids’ activities, and conversations with community advocates.

Danforth East Community Association


46th Annual Cabbagetown Festival

Saturday, September 6, 2025 – 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 7, 2025 – 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Parliament St. & Carlton St., Cabbagetown, Toronto

A celebration of community, diversity, and local culture. From mouthwatering food and eclectic shopping to energetic performances, this festival has something for everyone. Admission is free!

More info: Cabbagetown Festival – Cabbagetown BIA

Festival Information — Cabbagetown BIA


We hope to see you out there—your support makes a difference!

A child getting a flower painted on her cheek
Two women standing in front of an orange door that says "A warm head can provide a warm bed"

The Home Depot Canada Orange Door Project

The Home Depot Canada Foundation has pledged $50 million by 2022 to improve housing options, support life-skills development and prevention programs, and invest in research that ensures funding is directed to the most effective solutions designed to help youth build brighter futures.

Home Depot Stores supporting Kennedy House Youth Shelter:

  • Store #7001 SCARBOROUGH
  • Store #7012 CURITY
  • Store #7027 MORNINGSIDE