Riverdale ArtWalk
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 hope you connect and enjoy the day!
Riverdale ArtWalk is a 2-Day Outdoor Art Show
Saturday
August 21
11:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday
August 22
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 duriing 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.
STAY SAFE – Covid Guidelines
We are closely adhering to all municipal and provincial guidelines, and therefore require all participants and guests to wear a mask, self screen and socially distance.
Capacity in the event area will be capped at 5,000.
There are arrows directing traffic flow, all booths will have two sides open to allow for easy flow.
Exhibition Map – 2021
Riverdale ArtWalk is located in Jimmie Simpson Park at 872 Queen Street East. Enter at Queen Street & Booth Ave.
With over 70 artists in the park you are sure to find that perfect piece of art to take home.
PLUS more artists showcased Online Only & Artist Hosted Pop Ups.
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.
100+ Artists OUTDOORS & ONLINE
With 100 talented artists juried into this show you’re sure to find that perfect piece of art!
You can meet them ONLINE & IN-PERSON.
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.