Toronto Tea festival​

Date​ & Location

Sat Feb 1 to Sun Feb 2, 2025
10:00am to 5:00pm​
Toronto Reference Library
Appel Salon, 2nd floor
789 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4W 2G8

​Welcome to the Toronto Tea Festival!

About the Toronto Tea Festival:

The Toronto Tea Festival is an annual event that brings together tea lovers, vendors, and experts to celebrate the world of tea. Focused on education, exploration, and community, the festival has become a must-attend event for tea enthusiasts everywhere.

The festival offers a rich tapestry of flavors, aromas, and cultures, providing attendees with the opportunity to taste some of the finest teas from around the world.

This event wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of tea-loving volunteers. Their enthusiasm and commitment play a crucial role in creating an enjoyable experience for attendees. 

Join us for the annual Toronto Tea Festival and immerse yourself in the world of teas and connect with like-minded individuals. 

11th Toronto Tea Festival Brews Excitement with Over 40 Vendors for 2025

The Toronto Tea Festival, one of the most anticipated events for tea enthusiasts, is back for its 11th annual celebration. 

The festival is poised to continue its triumphant return, bringing together tea lovers, industry experts, and vendors in a celebration of all things tea. 

Toronto Tea Festival Returns for 2025!

The highly anticipated Toronto Tea Festival is back for 2025, ready to delight tea enthusiasts with a celebration of the diverse and fascinating world of tea. This annual event will be held at the iconic Toronto Reference Library, offering the perfect setting for attendees to explore a rich tapestry of flavors, aromas, and cultures.

With over 40 vendors showcasing premium teas, tea-related products, and accessories, this year’s festival promises an immersive experience for tea lovers of all kinds. From tasting exquisite blends to discovering the latest in tea innovations, the festival provides a sensory journey like no other.

Through presenting sponsors Tao Tea Leaf and the Tea Guild of Canada, the Toronto Tea Festival continues to thrive as a hub for education, exploration, and community. The event would not be possible without the dedication of its tea-loving volunteers, whose enthusiasm ensures a memorable experience for all attendees.

Don’t miss the 2025 Toronto Tea Festival—a weekend of discovery, connection, and celebration for tea enthusiasts from the Greater Toronto Area and beyond.

Some highlights for 2025: 

  • As always, attendees will receive their own tasting cup in a signature gift tote bag. 
  • The results of the Fabulous Tea Tasters Box 2025 (winners available for tasting and sale)
  • New vendors and speakers from the U.S. and beyond. 
  • Beautiful Chinese Tea Ceremonies performed by Sabrina Chen 
  • Elegant Japanese Tea Ceremony performances by
    • Momo Yoshida of Momo Tea and founder of the Japanese Tea Festival Canada / Nihoncha Matsuri
    • Montreal’s Reina Sakao of Tea Sakao
  • Special demonstrations: Chinese Tea Art– Dian Cha (Whisking Tea) Song Dynasty — performed by MingMing Wang
  • Talks: 
    • *VIP Event (each day)* Journey through Terroir: Wine and Tea pairing presented by Edward Qu of Niagara College.
    • Sacred Connections: Indigenous Knowledge and Tea: a Perfect Blend;
      Regenerative Tea Farming;
      Japanese White Tea;
      Tasseomancy and Tea;
      Tea 101;
      Differences Between Tea and Wine;
      Discover the Art of Canadian Teas
      … and more!
  • Special guests:  President of the Tea and Herbal Association of Canada, Shabnam Weber, Award winning Camellia Sinensis Co-owner, Kevin Gascoyne, Certified Green Tea advisor, Rikko Osaki of Hokusan Tea Canada, Traci Levy, Jeff Cleary, Philip Rushworth, and more. 

Location & Date

Location​

Toronto Reference Library
Appel Salon, 2nd floor
789 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4W 2G8

When

Saturday to Sunday
Feb 1 & 2, 2025 
10:00am – 5:00pm​

Directions

Closest major intersection Yonge Street and Bloor Street. Located one block north of Bloor Street on the east side of Yonge Street.

Public Transit

Exit at TTC Bloor-Yonge subway station.
Walk to the library, located one street north on Yonge Street.

By Car

From the 401:

  • Transfer to Don Valley Parkway South
  • Take the Bayview Avenue exit toward Bloor Street
  • Merge onto Bloor – Bayview ramp
  • Turn left at Castle Frank Road
  • Turn right at Bloor Street East
  • Turn right at Park Road
  • Take first left onto Asquith Avenue
  • Drive down to Yonge Street

From the Gardiner Express Way:

  • Transfer to Don Valley Parkway North
  • Take the Bayview Avenue exit toward Bloor Street
  • Merge onto Bloor – Bayview ramp
  • Turn left at Castle Frank Road
  • Turn right at Bloor Street East
  • Turn right at Park Road
  • Take first left onto Asquith Avenue
  • Drive down to Yonge Street

Parking

Paid – parking lots on Cumberland Ave, Asquith Ave, Church St, and Yorkville Ave.

Festival SPONSORS​

Many thanks to all of our sponsors who helped make this festival possible. We couldn’t do it without you!