Riverdale ArtWalk — 2-Day Outdoor Art Show

Jimmie Simpson Park: 872 Queen Street East, Toronto

Free – Rain or Shine!

Riverdale ArtWalk is open to the public and free of charge. It is an excellent opportunity to talk to local artists and engage in conversations about their work, process and inspiration. Artists will be available at their booth spaces for you to see, experience, and purchase their original artworks during the following hours. We to see you there!

Saturday

June 1

11:00am – 6:00pm

Sunday

June 2

11:00am – 6:00pm

160+ artists look forward to your visit in the park!

2024 Artist Gallery coming in March

Riverdale ArtWalk

Visitor Services

The Artists’ Network booth, located along Queen Street at Booth Ave is your centre for information. Someone will be onsite at the booth during show hours. Drop by to pick up an artist listing, enter our draw to WIN art, enter the People’s Choice Award, or learn more about the Riverdale ArtWalk and Artists’ Network.

It’s also the place to come for First Aid and Lost & Found.

2023 Exhibition Map

Riverdale ArtWalk is located in Jimmie Simpson Park at 872 Queen Street East. Enter at Queen Street & Booth Ave.

With over 160 artists in the park, you are sure to find that perfect piece of art to take home!

THANK YOU!

Thank you to our wonderful SPONSORS and SUPPORTERS and many volunteers. We couldn’t do it with out you!

If you are interested in volunteering at the show, please let us know.

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HIGHLIGHTS

WIN! Enter our Draw

DRAW WINNERS HAVE BEEN ANNOUNCED AND CONTACTED BY EMAIL. CHECK FULL LISTING OF WINNERS HERE

DESERRES ARTIST DRAW WINNER: Susan Freedman

Susan Friedman was the lucky artist draw winner of the DeSerres gift certificate!

Don’t Forget to Enter our Draw and you could WIN original art! Thanks to DeSerres for their generous support!

Cast your ballot online or at the Artists’ Network booth located along Queen Street East.

Look for the “I Gave Art” sign onsite in participating artists booths.

Above Ground Art Supplies – Artist Awards

Congratulations to our 2023 artist award recipients!

BEST IN SHOW: C M Duffy

BEST PAINTING: Robert Farmer

BEST PHOTOGRAPHY: Chris Albert

BEST MIXED MEDIA: Rachel Spiers

BEST OTHER: Heddle Art

HONOURABLE MENTIONS:

Courtlandt Swartz

J&J Photography

Julia Gonen

Above Ground Art Supplies Artist Awards recognizes excellence in achievement!

2023 Artist Interviews

Instagram Live Artist Interviews

Join us as we interview artists and get a sneak peak into the life of an artist — visit an artist’s studio and learn about their art practice. Artists will share a bit about their inspiration and the work they will have available at the show.

May 26th @RiverdaleArtWalk

  • 10:00 AM: Lindsay Small
  • 10:30 AM: Roaslin Krieger
  • 11:00 AM: Carole Milon
  • 11:30 AM: Leah Olsen-Kent

Food & Drink

We will not have food vendors selling food in the park, but there are many wonderful restaurants along Queen Street that offer fantastic options.

2023 marked our 25th Anniversary Celebration

Take a walk through 25 years of Riverdale ArtWalk history through the journey of the artist

This exhibition showcased a collection of artwork, stories and memorabilia.

Riverdale ArtWalk has been instrumental in building the successful careers of hundreds if not thousands of artists over the years. We invite you to visit the Leslie Grove Gallery to journey through the stories of the past 25 years.

CHECK IT OUT

A LITTLE ABOUT JIMMIE SIMPSON PARK & COMMUNITY CENTRE

This 2.6 hectare park just east of Broadview Avenue on Queen Street East features a ball diamond, multipurpose sports field, lit hockey rink, two lit tennis courts, basketball courts and a children’s playground. Adjacent to the park is this Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre.

Getting here:

Jimmie Simpson Park and Recreation Center is located at 872 Queen Street East, 4 blocks east of the Don Valley.

We’re on Queen Street, so the Queen streetcar or bus is the route, and the Booth Avenue stop is right at the park.

Parking:

It will be difficult, but there are pay lots in the neighbourhood, and street parking, but please be polite to our neighbours on the surrounding residential streets.

Public Washrooms

Restrooms are located inside Jimmie Simpson Recreation Center.

In the Neighbourhood

Riverdale ArtWalk takes place in the vibrant communities of Riverside and Leslieville.

Extend your art-filled experience by taking in the Leslie Grove Gallery and other activities, shops and restaurants in the neighbourhood.

Leslie Grove Gallery   @LeslieGroveGallery

 

Riverside BIA   @riverside_bia

Leslieville BIA.     @leslievillebia

For more information contact the Artists’ Network.