College Street, 159 Augusta Ave
Handlebar
Handlebar is a 19 and over bar and live music venue at 159 Augusta Ave in Kensington Market, open since 2012. It books live bands and DJs with something on most nights, plus a weekly karaoke night on Wednesdays from 10pm. The bar pours Ontario craft beer and has a happy hour on weekdays from 5pm to 8pm. It opens at 5pm Monday to Thursday and 1pm Friday to Sunday, closing at 2am.
Photos from Handlebar’s own website. Source
Nights at Handlebar
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Know before you go
- Hours
- Mon, Tue, Wed and Thu, 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Fri, Sat and Sun, 1 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- checked Oct 2026, source: https://thehandlebar.ca/
Not confirmed with Handlebar yet: age, dress code, cover and table minimums. We publish them once the venue confirms.
159 Augusta Ave, Toronto
Checked by Tonightlife, Oct 12, 2026.
Questions
Is Handlebar 19+?
Yes, the website says it is a 19+ venue.
What is on at Handlebar?
Live bands and DJs most nights, plus Hot Breath Karaoke every Wednesday from 10pm to 2am.
Does Handlebar have a happy hour?
Yes, Monday to Friday from 5pm to 8pm.
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