Middle Eastern Summer Festival Returns to London, Ontario, August 22–23

Archive: This article covers the August 22–23, 2026 Middle Eastern Summer Festival preview. The dates have passed; the original report is retained for reference. See THF news for recent announcements.

Downtown London, Ontario, will host a two-day celebration of Middle Eastern food, music, art and culture on Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23, 2026.

The Middle Eastern Summer Festival will take place along Dundas Place, around Covent Garden Market and Talbot Street. The outdoor event will bring local families, visitors, food businesses and cultural performers together in the heart of the city.

Middle Eastern food, music and culture

According to the City of London, visitors can expect authentic Middle Eastern flavours, local food and merchandise vendors, live DJ sets and cultural dance performances throughout the weekend.

The festival also gives Middle Eastern restaurants, artisans and small businesses an opportunity to introduce their products to a wider audience while celebrating the region’s diverse food traditions and cultural heritage.

Festival hours

• Saturday, August 22: 12 p.m.–11 p.m.
• Sunday, August 23: 12 p.m.–10 p.m.

Location

Dundas Place – Covent Garden Market and Talbot Street
From Market Lane to King Street in downtown London, Ontario.

Admission is free. Individual food vendors and menus have not yet been fully published, so visitors looking specifically for halal options should confirm directly with each vendor before ordering.

With food, shopping, music and cultural entertainment in one walkable downtown setting, the festival offers families an opportunity to experience Middle Eastern hospitality and discover businesses from London and the surrounding region.

Visitors should check the official event page before attending in case the schedule or street arrangements change.

View the official City of London event details