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Our picks for fun stuff to do in Toronto this October
Here is our round-up of fun things to do in Toronto in the second week of October
This list includes art shows, community events, fashion shows, workshops, festivals, farmers markets, and fun activities!
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Activities
September 22nd to October 29th – Halloween Haunt (Canada’s Wonderland)
Canada’s Wonderland Halloween Hunt returns in the fall, transforming the theme park into a scream park filled with Halloween attractions that offer unforgettable thrills and unspeakable horror. There will be eight mazes, terrifying scare zones, hundreds of monsters, thrilling night rides, and fantastic live entertainment, including the return of the Day of the Dead Festival in this immersive experience.
Where: Canada’s Wonderland, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6
When: September 22nd to Oct 29th, Select Date Hours
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $50. Other price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
September 23rd to October 29th – Camp Spooky (Canada’s Wonderland)
Camp Spooky is back to Canada’s Wonderland this fall with family-friendly daytime Halloween activities and attractions every weekend. This activity-based event features trick-or-treating, a kids’ Halloween costume parade, live shows with The PEANUTS gang, meet n’ greets with Halloween characters, all your favorite rides, and much more!
Camp Spooky is a must-attend event with the kids during the Halloween season.
Where: Canada’s Wonderland, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6
When: September 23rd to Oct 29th, Saturdays and Sundays
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $44. Other price packages are available.
Grab your tickets here.
September 30th to October 31st – PumpkinVilleTO
Lots of pumpkins. More Pumpkins and More Pumpkins!!!
PumpkinVille TO provides a fun-interactive experience during the fall, featuring pumpkin sculptures, a pumpkin patch in the city, a striking nighttime lights display, midway rides, games, and more!
This outdoor pumpkin-themed experience allows attendees to view, interact, and navigate epic pumpkin sculptures, houses, and villages inside a candy forest with over 30,000 real pumpkins.
Where: 500 Progress Ave, Scarborough, M1P 2K2
When: September 30th to Oct 31st,
Thursdays and Fridays, 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $13. Other price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
September 30th to October 31st – Martino Manor
One of the city’s scariest attractions is back just in time for Halloween, a 3-story haunted house filled with authentic Victorian and Depression Era decor. Venture through an outdoor maze featuring a well home, mausoleum, morgue, chapel, and solarium. With many live actors, cutting-edge animatronics, and film-quality set design, your courage will be put to the test. Prepare for spine-tingling chills and unforgettable scares.
Where: 7 McIntosh Ave, Etobicoke, ON M8Y 3C8
When: September 30th to October 31st, Select Dates. View event times and schedule here.
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $20- $30 at the door.
September 30th to October 31st – Halloween Nights of Lights
Halloween Nights of Lights is back for its fourth year, providing an immersive walk-through Halloween experience featuring more than 2 million LED and RGB lights animated and synchronized to your favorite Halloween tunes. This must-attended event also features real Pumpkin Sculptures, a Pumpkin Patch, Amusement Rides and games, Food Trucks, Dog-friendly Dates, a licensed bar area for drinks, and more!
Come have fun and take lots of Instagrammable photos!
Where: 500 Progress Ave, Scarborough, M1P 2K2
When: September 30th to Oct 31st,
Thursdays to Sundays, 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $20. Other price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st – General Trivia at Snakes & Lattes Annex (Toronto)
Show off your general knowledge at one of Toronto’s best Trivia locations! Join them every Tuesday in October for a fun trivia session. Trivia will cover music, movies & TV, celebrities, sports, food, games, and more.
There will be free popcorn for everyone, and a $50 Gift Card will be awarded to the first-place team!
Where: Snakes & Lattes Annex, 600 Bloor Street West Toronto, ON M6G 1K4
When: October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets go for $14. Grab your tickets here
October 4th, 11th, 18th , and 25th – College Mix & Mingle at Snakes & Lattes College (Toronto)
Snakes & Lattes invites you to their board game mix and mingle! Meet and make new friends in a chill environment with good vibes while enjoying board games and happy hour!
There will be food & drink specials all night. Game admission is $10 per guest.
Where: Snakes & Lattes College, 489 College Street, Toronto, ON M6G 1A5 and
When: October 4th, 11th, 18th , and 25th, 6:00 pm
Admission: Free. Reserve your spot here.
October 10th and 24th – Midtown Board Game Mix & Mingle at Snakes & Lattes Midtown (Toronto)
Snakes & Lattes invites you to their board game mix and mingle! Meet and make new friends in a chill environment with good vibes while enjoying board games and happy hour!
There will be food & drink specials all night. Game admission is $10 per guest.
Where: Snakes & Lattes Midtown, 45 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, ON M4P 1G6
When: October 10th and 24th, 6:00 pm
Admission: Free. Reserve your spot here.
October 11th – Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Montreal Canadiens
The long-standing NHL rivalry resumes this season with the league’s oldest teams. Come rep the city favorite’s team on October 11th for their primed display of Titans.
Where: Scotiabank Arena, 40 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 2X2
When: October 11th, 7:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Various price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
October 11th – Ted Lasso Trivia Night at Snakes & Lattes Midtown(Toronto)
For all Ted Lasso Show Lovers!
Ted Lasso Trivia Night at Snakes & Lattes Annex Midtown promises to be more exhilarating than a Roy Kent goal celebration and as heartwarming as a Ted Lasso pep talk. Grab your friends and form a team, or go solo and make some new pals who share your love for this heartwarming show.
Where: Snakes & Lattes Midtown, 45 Eglinton Avenue Toronto, ON M4P 1G6
When: October 11th, 6:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets go for $14. Grab your tickets here.
October 14th and 28th – Boulder Parc Community Yoga
Scarborough’s first boutique indoor climbing gym, Boulder Parc, welcomes yoga enthusiasts to enjoy the serenity of an otherwise space. Yoga at the Parc offers a unique opportunity to stretch, breathe, and relax on the open floor, with room for 50 students.
This event is suitable for all levels of experience and fitness.
Where: Boulder Parc, 1415 Morningside Avenue Unit 2 Toronto, ON M1B 3J1
When: October 14th and 28th, View event times and schedule here
Admission: Priced. Tickets go for $14. Grab your tickets here
Art Shows/Exhibitions
July 15th to October 22nd – Art from the Vault
Art from the Vault showcases art in the form of sweeping vistas, historical landmarks, Toronto streetscapes, and captivating portraits.
Attendees will get a rare glimpse of long-held treasures and new acquisitions from our Canadian Documentary Art Collection.
Guided Tours are also available.
Where: 789 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4W 2G8
When: July 15th to October 22nd, Gallery Hours
Admission: Free.
September 23rd to October 22nd – Traces of Us – Immersive Art Exhibition
Traces of Us is a fusion of multimedia and virtual reality installations that bridge guests to Toronto’s rich and diverse diasporic identities. You can view more information about the artists here.
Where: Stackt Market, 28 Bathurst Street, Toronto + The Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen Street West
When: September 23rd to October 22nd,
Admission: Free.
September 23rd to October 21st – Bulles
This exhibition showcases the rich and diverse artistic talents of 11 Toronto artists through artwork presentations (kinetic art, photography, watercolor, textile art, experimental videos, and documentaries) and offbeat, modern, and intimate interviews that offer insights into their artistic work and talents.
Where: 24 Spadina Road – Toronto, ON M5R 2S7
When: September 23rd to October 21st, E
Admission: Free. Reserve a spot here.
October 5th to November 4th – Our Hair Holds Memories | Ehiko Odeh
Curated by Joséphine Denis, ‘Our Hair Holds Memories’ illustrates black hairstyles, hair products, and tools while exploring themes of intimacy, vulnerability, and trust from hair braiding and styling.
Odeh‘s work is inspired by the hand-painted advertisements commonly seen outside hair salons across Africa and the Caribbean, designed to showcase the stylist’s capabilities and attract potential clients. Her fluid brushwork and choice of colors evoke the aging and weathering of these wall ads, capturing the passage of time on the facades of hair salons.
This exhibition is in partnership with RBC Emerging Artists.
Where: Black Artist’s Network & Dialog (BAND) Gallery Pop-up, 401 Richmond Street West Toronto, ON, M5V 3A8
When: October 5th to November 4th, Gallery Hours
Admission: Free
October 12th – Opening Party of Fall 2023 Exhibitions by The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery
Partake in 3 exciting solo shows featuring international artists Abdelkader Benchamma, Anna Boghiguian, and Aria Dean.
Each exhibition provides a different generational perspective while engaging with intellectual discourses about time, history, and architecture in their respective work, seeking to decipher new meanings.
Join the opening to explore the thought-provoking installations, paintings, drawings, and a film that all ask fundamental questions of humanity and reflect on topics such as our interconnectedness with our world, revolutionary upheavals, and the role of industrial architecture in our lives.
Where: The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery, 231 Queens Quay West Toronto, ON M5J 2G8
When: October 12th, 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Admission: Free. Reserve your spot here.
Beauty/ Fashion Shows
October 14th and 15th – International Fashion Festival Canada | Fashion Show & Lifestyle Trade Expo
Absolute Culture and Kactus Digital presents the International Fashion Festival Canada, one of Canada’s largest International lifestyle and fashion events. This event features international brands and designers worldwide, providing a unique and ultimate fashion and lifestyle experience.
Where: Queen’s Manor Event Centre, 2 Auction Lane Brampton, ON L6T 0C4
When: October 14th and 15th, View event times and schedule here
Admission: Priced. Regular tickets go for $225. Grab your tickets here
Conventions/Live Events/Shows
October 13th- Daniel Caesar Superpowers World Tour – Leg 2: North America
Grammy-Award Winner Daniel Caesar is back in Toronto for the Superpowers World Tour – Leg 2: North America.
Where: Scotiabank Arena, 40 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 2X2
When: October 13th, 7:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Various price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
Entrepreneurship/Tech Events
October 12th – How to Do Business with the City of Toronto
The City of Toronto hosts an online seminar that provides essential information about doing business with the City of Toronto, including the City’s Social Procurement Program and opportunities for diverse suppliers. Attendees will get the opportunity to learn about how to
•Register on the City’s e-bidding portal and access procurement opportunities
• Register as a lobbyist and market to the City of Toronto
Where: Online
When: October 12th, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Admission: Free. Reserve your spot here.
Festivals/Fairs
Sept 22nd to Oct 15th – Ontario Culture Days
The Ontario Culture Days Festival is a multi-week annual celebration of arts, culture, and heritage each fall across the province in various hubs. You can view the select hub locations here.
Where: Various
When: September 22nd to October 15th. View event times and schedule here.
Admission: Free
September 29th to October 8th – Harvest Festival by Night Market Toronto
Night Market Toronto hosts their final festival of the year in Mississauga from September 29th to October 8th. This 10-day festival will feature haystack photo-ops, free giveaways and contests, carousel and train rides, performances, food trucks, fun activities, and more!
Where: P6 Parking Lot, Square One
When: September 29th to October 8th.
Monday – Thursday: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
September 29th and October 6th, 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
September 30th and October 7th, 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
October 1st and October 8th,1:00 pm – 9:00 pm
October 2nd – 5th,4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Admission: Free
October 6th to 9th – Pumpkin Fest Toronto
Pumpkin Fest is the ultimate family-friendly autumn extravaganza.
Enjoy a fun-filled weekend of unlimited midway rides, endless inflatable fun with bouncy castles, dog shows, PAW Patrol Meet and Greet, a sprawling pumpkin patch, local food trucks, live entertainment, tons of family photo ops, and so much more!
Where: Parc Downsview Park, 70 Canuck Ave, North York, ON M3K 2C5
When: October 6th to 9th,
October 6th, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
October 7th, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
October 8th, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
October 9th, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets go for $30 online. Tickets at the door go for $35. Grab your tickets here
Admission: Free. Reserve your spot here.
October 13th and 14th – Objecto Festival 2023
Objecto is Toronto’s festival of experimental puppetry and object performance. This festival will showcase experimental Cabaret with a unique lineup of performers, with a different performance by special guests Boxcutter Collective (NYC) to end the night.
Come get weird!
Where: Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Avenue, Toronto, ON M5S 2M7
When: October 13th and 14th, View event times and schedule here
Admission: Priced. Tickets go for $10 – $35. Various price packages are available. Grab your tickets here
Type of Event: Indoor Event
October 14th- Pin + Patch Show
This year’s Pin + Patch Show takes at The Parkdale Hall and will feature over 60 talented pin and patch artists across Canada and worldwide!
At this event, you will find all types of pins and patches, from cute to whimsical and fun designs. You can view additional information about the event here.
Where: The Parkdale Hall, 1605 Queen St W
When: October 14th, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Admission: Free, VIP access is available
Type of Event: Indoor Event
October 12th to 22nd – International Film Festival of South Asia Toronto (IFFSA Toronto)
BMO IFFSA Toronto is the largest South Asian film festival in North America, promoting and celebrating South Asian cinematic arts in Canada. This film festival showcases a diverse, language-independent selection of the best films worldwide on themes of South Asian cultures and identities.
In addition, the festival also features grand gala celebrations, red carpet showcases, musical performances, audience interactions, forums, panel discussions, workshops, masterclasses, various networking, and more!
Where: Various Locations in Toronto
When: October 12th to 22nd, View event times and schedule here
Admission: Priced. Various Price Packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
Small Business Markets
October 7th, 8th, 14th and 15th – Good Friends Market
Good Friends Market hosts a market showcasing vendors selling vintage and handmade goods in Toronto.
Where: 100 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Z4 (2nd Floor)
When:
October 7th, 8th, 14th and 15th, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Admission: Free
Type of Event: Indoor Event
Applications: Apply here
October 14th-Pop-up Market at the KEW Garden By Queen St Marketplace
Queen St. Marketplace hosts a pop-up market that brings amazing local creators and their products. You can browse beautiful handmade jewelry, art prints, clothing, and accessories locally made with love from regional Ontario businesses. This event takes place at the KEW Garden.
Where: 2075 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4E 2N9
When: October 14th, 11:00 am – 5: 00 pm
Type of Event: Outdoors
Admission: Open. Apply here
October 14th and 15th – Trending Table Market
Trending Table Market hosts a market at their new location in Toronto featuring over 20 vendors. Attendees can come with donations to Sister 2 Sister, a charity organization helping the community at risk of homelessness & hunger. For items to donate, you can take a look here.
Where: 146 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5C 1X6
When: October 14th and 15th, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Admission: Free
Type of Event: Indoor Event
Applications Status: Open. Apply here
October 14th & 15th -Pop-up Market at the CF Shops at Don Mills by Toronto Artisan Market
Toronto Artisan Market, a community-based nonprofit organization that supports local artists, artisans, and the community in Toronto, hosts a pop-up event for artisans. This event will feature handmade artisan products, original art, artisan baked goods, and more!
Where: CF Shops at Don Mills, 1090 Don Mills Road
When: October 14th and 15th, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Admission: Free
Type of Event: Outdoor Event
Admission: Open. Apply here
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