Islamic Art & Architecture Walk 2026- Bus On & Off Tour In Toronto!

*****Guests can board the Tour bus at Sherway Gardens Mall Parking infront of JOEY Restaurant 25 The West Mall, Etobicoke at 9:30am

OR directly meet the group at The Gardiner Museum 111 Queens Park, Toronto at 9:55AM at the front entrance.*****

Discover the timeless beauty of Islamic Art & Architecture through a curated walk across some of Toronto’s most interesting spaces.

Saturday March 28th 2026 from 9:30AM- 6PM

Guided full-day hop on and off charter and walking tour.

Featuring unique public and artistic spaces.

Artist talks, curatorial Q&As, live demos and hands-on workshops.

Lunch, tea and snacks included.

The day will be hosted by Sakina who is owner of FW Luxe- an interior design and build firm. She is also an art enthusiast. She will be joined by artists and scholars who invite you to engage with historic pieces and contemporary insights. From intricate geometric patterns to the elegance of Ebru water marbling, each experience becomes a story waiting to be uncovered.

This isn’t just a tour - it’s a space for reflection, learning, and connection with a tradition that continues to inspire across time and place. Whether you're an art enthusiast, a seeker of beauty, or simply curious - this experience is crafted for you.

We believe in the power of art and architecture to bridge time, culture, and community.

The Islamic Art & Architecture Walk is a carefully curated cultural journey~celebrating Islamic contributions to design, heritage and spaces in the Greater Toronto Area

Info: Step into a fragrant world where Islamic ceramics, art, and memory intertwine. Come explore this sensory journey of warmth and fellowship at our Featured Partner exhibit at the Gardiner Museum: Experience the Pleasant Smells and Warm Fellowships: Scent in Islamic Ceramics Exhibit. Curated by Regatu Asefa (she/her), she is a curator and art historian based in Toronto and Oxford, where she is completing her MPhil in Islamic Art and Architecture.

Info: Studio Tour: Javid Jah is an artist and architect exploring the sacred dimension of geometry. Partnering with maker Alex Akbari to establish a design-build studio known as JAH Qube, Javid seeks to build bridges between the principles of Islam and other marginalized traditions, telling stories that highlight universality through a cosmic lens. Let's explore his work at his studio!

Info: Lunch at Mr.Zagros for a healthy and delicious Mediterranean and Turkish fusion menu. Beef, chicken, lamb or vegetarian options with a drink will be offered. Included in the price! Prayer break offered

Info: A Walk through the Quran City Exhibition at the Mulla Asghar Resource Centre for an immersive and interactive journey & introduction to the MARC facility and resources.

Info: Join Yusra Qazi, Director of Engagement & Partnerships of the Muslim Literary Festival for a Q/A session. MLF strives to connect Muslim writers with education, resources, and opportunities, cultivating a vibrant learning and networking experience that allows them to navigate the barriers in the publishing industry and thrive in their careers.

Info: Ebru art is a traditional Turkish art form created by transferring patterns formed on the surface of water onto paper. Let Hacer Özcan, an Ebru artist walk you through a workshop that was widely used during the Ottoman period, especially in book decoration and calligraphy.

Info: Hop back on to our Charter Tour Bus to go back to our pick up/drop off location. Prayer time will be offered before departing.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

CF Sherway Gardens, 25 The West Mall, Toronto, Canada

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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