We are excited to announce that the third edition of Sól – the Multicultural Music Festival takes place on November 7, 2026!
This large-scale multi-day festival is based on the principle that music, art and dance are universal languages that have the power to transcend cultural boundaries, unite people from different backgrounds, and celebrate diversity. The beauty of music lies in its ability to reflect the rich tapestry of human experiences and emotions. Sharing music from one culture to another gives people an insight into one another’s way of life. This is even more crucial during times of conflicts, when other methods of interaction are rendered impractical. In addition, choral music settles the hearts and souls in perfect harmony which is the kind of philosophy we need in today’s world – a greater feeling of unity and consensus.
Sól Multicultural Music Festival (November 7, 2026)
ARTISAN FAIR @ 3 pm
MULTICULTURAL MUSIC SHOW @ 3:45 pm
Come join us for an incredible day of music and cultural celebration at the Tribute Communities Recital Hall (York University,83 York Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario, M3J 1P3.
Get ready to groove to the beats of talented musicians from diverse backgrounds.
Get your tickets now!
The show is starring:
Polky (Balkan Band)
Korean Traditional Fan-Dancing & Drumming
Chinese Opera
Plamen Vocal Group (Slovenian choir)
Ave Choir Toronto (Eastern-European choir)
Drumming Workshop by Peter Arcari
Choral Workshop by Sofya Voronko
Sirtaki Dance Workshop by Ismailova Theatre of Dance
Sponsored by the Government of Canada.
Sponsored by Long & McQuade Music Store.
SOL 2026 activities:
– World Fairytale Lecture (community talk) + Clay Workshop – October 17, 5pm, YEDI (907 Alness St.)
– Traditional Ukrainian crafts workshop: Magpie doll – October 4, 3pm, YEDI
– Community Drum Circle – October 9, 7pm, Long and McQuade Richmond Hill
– SOL 2026 gala (world music show, traditional garment demonstration, choral workshop, artisan fair) – November 7, 3pm, Tribute Communities Recital Hall (York University)
– Salsa Dancing Social – September 30, 6pm, Earl Bales Community Centre
– Puppet Theatre Performance – November 12, 12PM, 45 Millard Ave W, Newmarket
– Art talk – TBA
– Online song-writing workshop with Sofya Voronko – TBA
Featured music ensembles:
Polky
Plamen
Peter Arcari (drumming workshop)
Chinese Opera
Korean fan dancing and drumming
Ave Choir Toronto
SOL is a multi-day festival, based on the principle that music is a universal language that has the power to transcend cultural boundaries, unite people from different backgrounds, and celebrate diversity. The beauty of music lies in its ability to reflect the rich tapestry of human experiences and emotions. Sharing music from one culture to another gives people an insight into one another’s way of life. SOL festival supports values of peace and solidarity between nations, generations and inside families. For the past three years SOL has been creating an inclusive atmosphere for all guests throughout its programming.