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June 5-7, 2026 at Victoria University in the University of Toronto
The Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) is turning up the suspense with the announcement that the MOTIVE Crime & Mystery Festival will return for its fifth year, from June 5-7, 2026 at Victoria University in the University of Toronto. Celebrating a milestone year, MOTIVE 2026 unveils its most expansive and riveting programme to date, featuring more than 55 events, author talks, and immersive workshops designed to captivate crime and mystery lovers of all kinds.
Box Office Hours
Friday: 12:30 PM – 8 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 8 PM
Sunday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Bookstore Hours
Friday: 1 PM – 9 PM
Saturday: 10:30 AM – 9 PM
Sunday: 10:30 AM – 6 PM
Victoria Lobby Food & Drink
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 12 PM – 8 PM
Propeller Coffee: 10:30 – 4:30 PM
Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM
Propeller Coffee: 10:30 – 4:30 PM
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