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LondonTourism.ca 17festivalsIf tempting the tastebuds is more your speed,a veritable smorgasbord of foodie festivities awaits, with several edible events taking place throughout the city, offering up a millionand a half ways to satisfy any craving. A much-loved tradition since 2007, the London International Food & Drink Festival will once again hit Victoria Park June 20-22, with professional cooks, bakers and grillmasters offering up their signature flair. Inpast years, the festival has featured flavourfuldishes from Nicaragua, Venezuela, Mexico,Vietnam, India, Poland, Lebanon and more.An emerging favourite for foodies is Londonlicious, which is no doubt the best way to explore London%u2019s restaurant scene.Presented by Growing Chefs! Ontario, thismulti-week festival highlights local restaurants and the freshest ingredients from across the region with special limited edition menus.Local favourite London Ribfest will be ready to rock from July 31- August 4, filling the streetswith the smoky smell of barbecue%u2019d goodness. In a typical year thousands flock downtown,eager to sample a wealth of award-winningribbers, all while taking in the vendors and live entertainment that have made this event a Civic Holiday tradition for over 35 years.Heralding the idea that food is culture, connection and identity, Stereo Caliente Entertainment is known for putting on someamazing festivals, attracting food fans from all over to their incredible lineup of events.Just a taste of their 2025 events includes the London Beer Fest (June 13-14) promotingbeer culture education while spotlightingbreweries across southwestern Ontario, their original Colombian Gastronomy Festival(July 18-20) which shares all the positivityand beautiful flavours Colombia has tooffer, JJ%u2019s London Jerkfest (August 9-10) celebrating one of Jamaica%u2019s most populardishes and other beloved fares and London Taco Fest (August 22-24) which boasts tacos, cerveza and music galore.Those looking for even more culture can mark the last weekend in July on their calendar. Island Fest runs July 25-27 at Covent GardenMarket, Carnival London runs July 25-27 in Victoria Park and the South Asian Cultural Festival runs July 26-27 on Dundas Place.London%u2019s exciting festival season is nowstretching into September and beyond!Fit4Less presents East Park%u2019s Fairway Festreturns September 18-20 for an even biggersecond year, while brand-new festival giant Rock the Runway is landing at the London International Airport from September 12-13,making major noise with an internationally acclaimed superstar headliner.If you%u2019re a music lover, RBC Rock the Park is the ultimate experience, bringing some ofthe world%u2019s largest acts to London for over 20 years. This year will continue that excitingtradition with five energetic nights, July 8-12,featuring headliners Hozier, The Red Clay Strays, Kygo, Bad Omens and Lee Brice.Looking for something to entertain the little ones? The London Children%u2019s Festival is sure to fit the bill. From June 13-15, thefestival takes over Victoria Park once again with a wealth of activities including crafts, carnival rides, interactive games and more. There%u2019s no better way to enjoy some family fun time this Father%u2019s Day weekend.Or head over to Pondfest in Hyde Park on the Village Green on June 14. You%u2019ll get tosee an incredible lineup of local bands,street performances, food trucks andmore, all for free, or a donation or a nonperishable food item if you can.Another cause for celebration: the return of London%u2019s longest-standing festival! Home County Music & Art Festival comes back to Victoria Park on July 26, filling the air withsoulful melodies and creative energy.London RibfestVictoria ParkLondon International Food & Drink Festival Colombian Gastronomy Festival LondonBeer FestHome County Music & Art Festival