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Here is our round-up for things to do in the Toronto Area this weekend
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September 26th to November 1st –Halloween Haunt
With the Halloween season around the corner, Canada’s Wonderland will be fully transformed for a terrifying Halloween celebration, where nothing is as it seems. Expect terrifying haunted mazes, sinister scare zones, exhilarating live shows, and specialty food & drink.
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Where: 1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive, Vaughan
When: September 26th to November 1st,
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $55. Grab your tickets here
September 27th to November 1st – Pumpkins After Dark Milton
One of the biggest Halloween events in North America, Pumpkins After Dark Milton, returns this Fall to the Country Heritage Park from September 27th to November 1st – Just an hour drive from Toronto.
At this unique and family-friendly experience, guests will embark on a 1km outdoor walkthrough where over 10,000 hand-carved jack-o’-lanterns come to life after dark! There will be immersive displays, music, and plenty of nostalgic Halloween charm.
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Where: 8560 Tremaine Rd, Milton
When: September 27th to November 1st
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $23. Grab your tickets here
October 14th to 19th – Female Eye Film Festival
Female Eye Film Festival is a competitive international women’s film festival showcasing films from women from across North America and the World
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Where: Various Locations in Toronto
When: October 14th to 19th
Admission: Priced. Grab your tickets here.
October 15th to 19th –Toronto After Dark Festival
Toronto After Dark presents 5 Nights of Horror, Sci-Fi, Action, and Cult Cinema. This year’s version will feature 40 notable new films, including both feature-length and short films.
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Where: Scotiabank Theatre, 259 Richmond St. W
When: October 15th to 19th
Admission: Priced. Grab your tickets here.
October 15th to 26th –Fall for Dance North Festival
Fall for Dance North Festival (FFDN) returns for its 11th annual season, featuring more than 30 Canadian and international artists across multiple free and ticketed dance programs
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Where: Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St E, Toronto
When: October 15th to 26th
Admission: Priced. Grab your tickets here.
October 16th to 19th – The Great Pumpkin Trail
The Great Pumpkin Trail returns to RBG! Follow the candlelit glow of hundreds of jack-o-lanterns deep within the recesses of the Hendrie Valley. Savor the flavors of the season with a selection of sweet and savory delights, while enjoying live entertainment and pumpkin-themed activities. New this Fall, 10,000 REAL pumpkins will be arranged in artistic displays and installations throughout Hendrie Park!
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Where: Hendrie Park (680 Plains Rd. W., Burlington)
When: October 16th to 19th, 5:30 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $32. Grab your tickets here
October 16th to 18th – aluCine Latin Film + Media Arts Festival
The annual aluCine Latin Film + Media Arts Festival showcases the best in independent Latin American cinema from around the world in Toronto
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Where: Various Locations in Toronto
When: October 16th to 18th
Admission: Priced. Grab your tickets here.
October 16th to 18th – Asahi Super Dry
For three nights only, Asahi Super Dry unveils the Asahi Super Dry Cleaner, a beyond-expectation activation on Ossington. Guests can enjoy:
- A complimentary Asahi Super Dry or Asahi Super Dry 0.0% (upon entry, while supplies last).
- Exclusive, limited-edition crisp tee (first-come, first-served).
- Japanese-inspired street food from Hanmoto to pair with the crisp Asahi Super Dry taste.
- A live DJ set from acclaimed artists Teesh and Bambii, capturing the vibrant spirit of Tokyo after dark, reimagined for Toronto.
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Where: 45 Ossington Avenue, Toronto
When: October 16th to 18th,
- October 16th, 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- October 17th, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- October 18th, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Admission: Free
October 17th – Doechii
American Rapper Doechii performs in Toronto this October
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Where: Coca-Cola Coliseum, Toronto
When: October 17th, 8:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $93. Grab your tickets here
October 17th and 18th –Whisky Global Toronto
Explore and savour premium whiskies, uncovering their uniqueness at the iconic Heritage Court at Toronto’s Whisky Festival.
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Where: Heritage Court, Exhibition Place, Toronto
When: October 18th and 19th
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $124. Grab your tickets here
October 18th – Toronto Sauna Festival
Presented in collaboration with Unbounded and Evergreen Brick Works, the Toronto Sauna Festival provides a playground for the senses, featuring a full day of curated sauna experiences, DJs, live music, cold plunges, breathwork & yoga Sessions, interactive booths, and fun!
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Where: Evergreen Brick Works
When: October 18th, 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $49. Grab your tickets here
October 18th – Toronto Maple Leafs v Seattle Kraken
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Where: Scotiabank Arena
When: October 18th, 7:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $128. Grab your tickets here
October 18th – Toronto FC vs. Orlando City SC
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Where: BMO Field, 170 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto
When: October 18th, 6:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $36. Grab your tickets here
October 18th and 19th –Toronto Waterfront Marathon
The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is Canada’s premier running event and the grand finale of the Canada Running Series.
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Where: Yonge St. to Bay St, Toronto
When: October 18th and 19th
October 18th and 19th – Taste the Caribbean Culture and Market Hub
‘Taste the Caribbean Culture & Market Hub: A Pop-up Experience‘ is a 2-day event in Little Jamaica, offering a series of workshops, culinary demos, fireside chats, game tutorials, a pop-up market, complimentary tasting stations, a photo station, and live music.
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Where: Little Jamaica, 1553 Eglinton Avenue West
When: October 18th and 19th, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Admission: Free
October 19th – Freddie Gibbs – Alfredo: The Tour
American Rapper Freddie Gibbs performs in Toronto this October
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Where: HISTORY, Toronto
When: October 19th, 7:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $89. Grab your tickets here
October 19th and 20th – Laufey
Pop artist Laufey performs at Scotiabank Arena this October
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Where: Scotiabank Arena
When: October 19th and 20th, 7:30 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $141. Grab your tickets here
As always, you can keep up with all the fun happenings in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area on efosa.