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Here is our round-up for things to do in the Toronto Area this weekend
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September 18th to 27th – Just For Laughs Toronto
Just For Laughs Toronto brings 10 days of nonstop comedy featuring some of the best comedians from all around the world. From comedy legends to viral sensations, local favourites to international stars, September’s shaping up to be the best month of the year.
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Where: Various Locations in Toronto
When: September 18th to 27th
Admission: Priced. Grab your tickets here.
September 24th to 28th – The Toronto Palestine Film Festival
The 18th Toronto Palestine Film Festival (TPFF) celebrates Palestinian identity and culture through cinema, music, art, and cuisine. The wide range of films showcased at the festival connects audiences to diverse Palestinian narratives. TPFF also includes panels, performances, and workshops – including a concert featuring Dam
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Where: TIFF Bell Lightbox, 350 King Street West, Toronto
When: September 24th to 28th
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $10. Grab your tickets here
September 26th – DRUSKI: THE COULDA FEST TOUR
American Comedian Druski brings the laughs to the Scotiabank Arena this September
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Where: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto
When: September 26th, 7:00 p m
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $52. Grab your tickets here
September 26th to 28th – Ube Wonderland
Presented by Pinay Tayo, Ube Wonderland is a vibrant three-day celebration of Filipino culture! This immersive festival will highlight the culinary delights of ube, showcase Filipino arts, and feature live performances, all while integrating playful elements inspired by Canada’s Wonderland for a fun and family-friendly atmosphere.
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Experience exciting activities, including plate demonstrations, folk performances, dynamic dance shows, and interactive children’s workshops. Explore whimsical festival zones, indulge in adventurous ube-infused dishes, and enjoy engaging storytelling sessions that blend Filipino folklore with light-hearted themes.
Where: Scarborough Town Centre, 500 Progress Avenue, Scarborough
When: September 26th to 28th
- September 26th, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- September 27th, 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- September 28th, 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Admission: Free
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 – YMCA Charity 5K
The Y hosts a fun, inclusive, and family-oriented 5K run/walk welcoming everyone of all ages and fitness levels. Proceeds from the race will raise funds to send over 600 kids to camp.
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Where: Downsview Park
When: September 27th, 9:00 am
Admission: Free. Register here
September 27th – Applefest Markham
Presented by Don Valley North Toyota, AppleFest returns to Markham Museum for its 40th celebration, transforming the Museum into a vibrant festival filled with fresh apple cider, family-friendly activities, local businesses, talented artisans, and all things apples.
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Where: Markham Museum
When: September 27th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free.
September 27th – Not Another Day Party – Afrobeats and Amapiano
Not Another Day Party hosts its End of Summer Experience, where Dancehall & Soca collide with Afrobeats & Amapiano for a musical showdown like no other.
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Where: Noir Inside Rebel – 11, Polson Street, Toronto
When: September 27th, 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $30. Grab your tickets here
September 27th to 28th and October 4th and 5th – 2025 Water Fall Festival
Toronto welcomes its first-ever Water/Fall Festival at the beautiful Toronto waterfront, offering two action-packed weekends of arts, fun, creativity, and entertainment on September 27th and 28th, and October 4th and 5th, from Queens Quay to Bay Street, between Bathurst Street and Bay Street.
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Where: Queens Quay, from Bathurst St. to Bay St.
When: September 27th to 28th and October 4th and 5th
Admission: Free
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.
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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.
Where: 8560 Tremaine Rd, Milton
When: September 27th to November 1st
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $23. Grab your tickets here
September 27th and 28th – The Word On The Street’s 36th Annual Festival
The Word on the Street returns this September.
Spend the weekend meandering through the vibrant marketplace, where you’ll find books, magazines, and more. See your favourite Indigenous and Canadian authors across multiple stages of all-ages programming, including a dedicated kids stage, and attend writers’ workshops that go beyond the craft.
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Where: David Pecaut Square
When: September 27th and 28th, 11:00 am – 5:00 p m
Admission: Free. Reserve your spot here.
September 28th – Shawn Mendes – On the Road Again
Canadian pop star Shawn Mendes performs at the Budweiser Stage this September
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Where: Budweiser Stage, Toronto
When: September 28th, 7:30 p m
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $182. Grab your tickets here
September 28th – Toronto Garlic Festival
Join over 10,000 visitors to stock up on their winter supply of Ontario-grown garlic in the celebration of all things garlic in Toronto.
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Guests will get to savor garlic-inspired chef creations paired with garlic cocktails, mocktails & garlic beer, receive free garlic shots, discover garlic jellies, sauces, preserves, ferments & hand-made crafts, & enjoy Culture Talks, live music, and family-friendly activities.
Where: 253 Spadina Road, Toronto
When: September 28th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Admission: Free
September 28th – DJ TUNEZ BLACKOUT TORONTO
Internationally renowned Afrobeats DJ performs in Toronto this week
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Where: The Mod Club (formerly known as The Axis Club), Toronto
When: September 28th, 7:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $35. Grab your tickets here
As always, you can keep up with all the fun happenings in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area on efosa.