Danforth Festival Returns with Safety Focus | Toronto News

Toronto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 9, 2026 · 1m

The Taste of the Danforth is back with a bang, drawing thousands to Toronto’s Greektown for its second day of street food madness. After a two-year hiatus, over 100 restaurants serve global flavors while live music and festive vibes fill the air. Enhanced security — not due to threats, but as a precaution — keeps crowds safe and calm. Despite recent gun violence, attendees say they feel secure and are embracing the return to normalcy. From shawarma to spanakopita, food lovers travel from miles around to savor the tastes and spirit of community. It’s more than a festival — it’s a celebration…