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
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.
2024 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! 2024 map coming soon!
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.
HIGHLIGHTS
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.
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