Explore DesignTO Festival on the Waterfront

From immersive exhibitions to artist talks and outdoor installations, the 2026 DesignTO Festival showcases creativity, innovation, and craft across multiple waterfront locations.

All events are free to the public, perfect for a unique and inspiring day along the waterfront.

Harbourfront Centre

235 Queens Quay West

Traces in Matter
Exhibition
An exhibition examining abandoned and neglected structures as cultural artifacts.

Free

An Evening of Craft, Digitality, and Critical Reflection
Talk / Panel Discussion
Artist conversations on the intersections of craft, technology, and critical reflection.

Free

Ouroboros Studio / Salvage Studio

178 Queens Quay East

Renovatio ex ruina
Reception – January 30, 2026
A collaborative furniture and design project made from reused bricks and wood, exploring material reuse and contemporary interior design.

Free with RSVP.

Local Inventory
Reception – January 24, 2026
An exhibition and launch featuring furniture and objects created from reclaimed materials, demonstrating circular production using local resources.

Free with RSVP.

Harbour Square (Window Installation)

33 Harbour Square

min/max: Jenny San Martin Design
Window Installation
A public-facing installation exploring scale, material, and form through contemporary design. Viewable from outdoors.

Free