# Blackout-Honoring Parties This Event Celebrates Toronto's 2003 Blackout By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-08-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2003-blackout References: [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/events/273246086389032) On Sunday, August 14th, a group of Torontonians is throwing a party to commemorate the 2003 blackout, which knocked out power to most of Ontario as well as parts of the Northeastern and Midwestern United States. With activities including music, dance and a group bike ride, the event reminds Torontonians that power isn't necessary for a fun summer party. The 13th Annual Blackout Anniversary Party begins at Jimmie Simpson Park with samba, dancing and musical workshops.This includes performances by Samba Elegua, Blokoloko, New Model Circus Army and more. Party-goers will then set off on a group bike ride or foot parade around the park. The final activity planned is a magical after-party at a secret location. By commemorating the 2003 blackout, the event gives Torontonians a chance to take a break from electricity and connect with other people in the community. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Power Outage-themed Parties:** Creating events for people to commemorate past power outages with unique themes and activities. - **Community Bonding Events:** Creating events to connect people within the community and promote bonding through fun activities. - **Green Party Themes:** Creating events with a focus on eco-friendly themes and activities to reduce energy consumption and minimize the carbon footprint. ### Who This Affects Most - **Event Planning:** Creating unique event concepts that are centered around themes and experiences of community bonding, connectivity and eco-friendliness. - **Hospitality Industry:** Designing creative hospitality concepts that offer unique experiences for eco-conscious and community-focused patrons. - **Sustainability Industry:** Partnering with event planning agencies to introduce eco-friendly practices that reduce energy consumption and promote green initiatives at events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Afro-Canadian Cultural Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kuumba-2024.md) - [Toronto Culture Festivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-on-bloor-festival.md) - [Daytime Coffee Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-coffee-party.md) - [Toronto Social Good Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gatsby-gala.md) - [Toronto Landmark Music Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-in-the-park.md) - [Neighborhood Music Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-music-in-the-park.md) - [Exclusive Dinner Party Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinner-party.md) - [Toronto Day of the Dead Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-of-the-dead-celebration.md) - [Caribbean Cultural Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnival-oasis-2024.md)