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 18
11:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday
June 19
11:00am – 6:00pm
20+ additional artists online only –
so don’t forget to check out our online show!
All 170 artists are showcased online until June 26 to give you even more time to connect and shop!
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.
Exhibition Map – 2022
Riverdale ArtWalk is located in Jimmie Simpson Park at 872 Queen Street East. Enter at Queen Street & Booth Ave.
With over 150 artists in the park and an over 20 showcased online only, you are sure to find that perfect piece of art to take home.
All artists showcased online until June 26th
HIGHLIGHTS
WIN! Enter our Draw
Don’t Forget to Enter our Draw and you could WIN!
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.
Artist Interviews
Check our Schedule of 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.
| Mon, Jun 6 | 5:00 | Eddie Li |
| Tue, Jun 7 | 11:00 | Warren Eberlin |
| 11:30 | Barbara Buntin | |
| 12:00 | Christie Baker | |
| Wed, Jun 8 | 11:00 | Carolyn Laidley Arn |
| 11:30 | Kate Taylor | |
| 12:00 | Steven Rose |
People’s Choice Award
Please complete a ballot to nominate your favourite artist to win the People’s Choice Award.
or onsite at the ARTISTS’ NETWORK INFORMATION BOOTH
Above Ground Art Supplies – Artist Awards
Above Ground Art Supplies Artist Awards recognizes excellence in achievement!
THANK YOU!
Thank you to our wonderful SPONSORS and SUPPORTERS. We couldn’t do it with out you!
If you are interested in volunteering at the show, please let us know.
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.
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.