Sankofa Square Now Accepting 2027 Community Event Applications
Planning a festival, cultural celebration, concert, market, art activation, wellness event or community gathering in 2027? Community event applications for Sankofa Square are now open.
From grassroots organizations and cultural groups to nonprofits and community partners, we invite you to bring your ideas to one of Toronto’s most prominent public gathering spaces.
Ready to get started?
Review our event information and submit your application early to secure your preferred 2027 date.
Why Host Your Events at Sankofa Square?
A Space with Purpose
Sankofa Square is more than just a venue. Rooted in the Sankofa principle—“to go back and get it”—the Square is a cultural and community-driven gathering space where people come together to reflect, celebrate, and create a more inclusive future.
In the Heart of Downtown Toronto
Located at the busy Yonge and Dundas intersection, Sankofa Square places your event at one of the city’s busiest and most recognizable intersections, with convenient access by TTC, nearby parking and connections to surrounding downtown destinations.
Built-In Audience & VISIBILITY
Hosting your event at Sankofa Square puts your organization and programming in the centre of a vibrant downtown community, with significant pedestrian traffic and opportunities to reach residents, workers and visitors from across Toronto and beyond.
MARKETING & PROMOTIONAL SUPPORT
Our team works with community event organizers to help amplify their events through Sankofa Square’s owned channels.
Depending on the event and campaign, promotional support may include:
Sankofa Square website and event calendar
What’s On at the Square newsletter
Instagram, Facebook and TikTok promotion
Media notices and outreach
Pre-event and day-of social media coverage
Post-event recaps and seasonal highlight content
On-site digital screen opportunities, where applicable
Event organizers remain responsible for their own event marketing and audience development, with Sankofa Square’s channels providing additional amplification and support.
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Support for Community Events
Experienced Event Support
Our Events Team works closely with clients throughout the planning process, helping navigate scheduling, requirements, logistics and event-day coordination.
Community & Cultural Connections
Sankofa Square is home to a diverse calendar of cultural celebrations, festivals, performances, markets, public art and community programming. Hosting your event at the Square connects your organization with a broader ecosystem of communities, partners and audiences.
Funding & Grant Referrals
Where appropriate, our team can help connect community applicants with relevant grant programs, funders and city-wide initiatives supporting community-based programming. Letters of support may also be available for eligible initiatives.
Make Your Mark on the Square in 2027
Every event contributes to the energy and story of Sankofa Square.
Whether you’re bringing people together through music, food, culture, art, wellness or community celebration, we want to hear what you’re planning for 2027.
Before applying, please review our event planning resources:
Questions before applying?
Contact our Events Team at info@sankofasquare
Let’s create something meaningful together in 2027. We look forward to welcoming you to Sankofa Square.