This September, Yorkville will once again take centre stage during the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) as Rogers transforms Yorkville Avenue into an immersive red-carpet destination celebrating the excitement, culture, and magic of cinema.
From the evening of Thursday, September 10th to Sunday, September 13th, the Rogers Red Carpet will bring four days of free entertainment and programming to Yorkville Avenue between Bellair Street and Hazelton Avenue. Festival goers can enjoy interactive experiences, shareable photo moments, live musical performances and outdoor movie screenings in the heart of the neighbourhood.
Live Music Takes Centre Stage
The fully programmed stage will feature a dynamic lineup of musical performances, including Kid Koala, Jeremie Albino, and The 99s, as well as the returning Casa Loma Orchestra, joined by members of the E-Street Band.
Canadian rock icons Our Lady Peace will also take the stage for a special performance and Q&A ahead of the world premiere of Gail, a music documentary following a superfan during the band’s 30th anniversary Canadian tour.
An Open-Air Cinema Experience
As the sun sets, Yorkville Avenue will transform into an open-air movie theatre featuring selections from TIFF’s 2026 Short Cuts Program, accompanied by filmmaker fireside chats.
The programming will also include screenings of TIFF People’s Choice Award-winning films over the years, including La La Land, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and The Princess Bride.
Bringing the TIFF Experience to Yorkville
The Rogers Red Carpet offers visitors the opportunity to experience the energy and glamour of TIFF beyond the theatre, with free programming designed to bring people together in one of Toronto’s most celebrated neighbourhoods.
Rogers will also offer more than 5,000 prizes and giveaways throughout the Festival, including opportunities for Rogers’ customers to access exclusive experiences, film tickets and concessions at the Yorkville movie screenings.
With live music, outdoor films, interactive experiences, and plenty of red-carpet excitement, Yorkville will be a must-visit destination during TIFF’s opening weekend.
See below for all dates, times, and programming:
Thursday, September 10:
Lewolf & Friends- 8:00 pm
Kid Koala- 9:30 pm
Friday, September 11:
Lewolf & Friends- 11:00 am
Sidewalk Crusader- 1:00 pm
Jeremie Albino- 3:00 pm
Casa Loma Orchestra- 5:00 pm
Short Cuts Screening & Q&A: The End- 7:00 pm
Screening: La La Land- 8:00 pm
Saturday, September 12:
Lewolf & Friends- 11:00 am
The 99s- 12:30 pm
Our Lady Peace Performance and Q&A- 2:00 pm
Casa Loma Orchestra with E Street- 5:00 pm
Short Cuts Screening & Q&A: Between Late April & Early May- 7:00 pm
Screenings: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon- 8:00 pm
Sunday, September 13:
Lewolf & Friends- 11:00 am
Casa Loma Orchestra with E Street- 1:00 pm
ICYMI: Opening weekend Q&A’s with Introduction by Cameron Bailey- 2:45 pm
Screening: The Princess Bride- 4:00 pm
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