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Weekend freedom is just around the corner Toronto! The weather has been beautiful and it’s time to have some fun. If you need some ideas to fill your agenda over the next couple of days, we got you. These are 14 of the best things to do in Toronto this weekend.
The captivating novel, Life of Pi, is coming to the stage.
Mirvish Productions will put on the show until early October only so don’t miss out on your chance to see it.
Tickets are available for all four shows playing throughout the weekend.
When: Friday, September 20th – Sunday, September 22nd
Where: CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, 244 Victoria St
Cost: $69+ per ticket
This lineup of events celebrates the province’s diverse arts and culture scene.
This year’s festival features a “broad spectrum of activities, including live performances, interactive workshops, and dynamic exhibitions.”
Check out all the Toronto festivities here.
When: Friday, September 20th – Sunday, September 22nd
Where: Various locations in Toronto (found here)
Cost: Free
Although Slice of Life opened its doors in May, the duo is now ready for the rest of Toronto to experience world class cocktails and service!
Working locally and sustainably, the pair has created a concept dubbed HUMANATURE showcasing nature’s harmony and demonstrates human ingenuity to create two unique and distinctive cocktails for each ingredient pairing.
When: Open every day except Tuesday from 6 PM – late
Where: 409 College St
Cost: Reservations preferred, Walk-ins are always welcome
For four days, Toronto’s contemporary art galleries are opening their doors to the public! Visitors can enjoy exhibitions with special programming and extended hours.
Captivating exhibitions, immersive installations, and thought-provoking displays will be scattered across the city!
When: Friday, September 20th – Sunday, September 22nd from noon – 5:00 PM
Where: Dupont / Junction, Wallace / Dundas, & Lower Toronto
Cost: Free
Get ready to laugh with actress and comedian Wanda Skyes.
The show is sure to be hilarious so grab your tickets while they’re still available.
When: Friday, September 20th at 7:30 PM
Where: Meridan Hall, 1 Front Street E
Cost: $75+ per ticket
In collaboration with Canadian DJ duo Loud Luxury and head chef of Toronto restaurant R&D, Chef Eric Chong, Knorr is opening the doors to The Bouillon Room, taking over popular Toronto listening lounge Sounds Good Toronto for one night only on September 26. At this free event, guests will witness firsthand how the changing tempos and beats of Loud Luxury’s live set will power a custom cooktop to create the first-ever meals made with music that guests will get to enjoy themselves.
When: September 26 at 7:00 PM
Where: Sounds Good Toronto, 1756 Dundas St W
Cost: This is a free event however, tickets are limited and can be secured at www.knorr.ca/thebouillonroom
Legendary band Sting is playing two back-to-back shows at Massey Hall on Friday and Saturday!
Rock out and get tickets here.
When: Friday, September 20th & Saturday, September 21st at 8:00 PM
Where: 178 Victoria St
Cost: $112.70+ per ticket
This festival features food trucks, music and a personal touch for each guest.
A ticket to the Water Lantern Festival gets you a lantern you can set to the waters and write a personal message on.
Guests are encouraged to write a wish, a hope, a dream, or something they’re thankful for and let it go into the water.
Tickets start at $60.99.
When: Saturday, September 21st starting at 4:00 PM
Where: Downsview Park, 70 Cancuk Ave
Cost: $60+ per ticket
This free cultural event at Nathan Phillips Square will feature kimchi-making, K-pop dance classes, taekwondo lessons, authentic Korean food and Korean beauty tips.
Head over starting at 11:00 AM on Saturday!
When: Saturday, September 21st at 11:00 AM
Where: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W
Cost: Free
Enjoy free contemporary art all around the city. The showcase will feature works from both local and international artists at 11 sites around Toronto.
When: Saturday, September 21st – Sunday, September 22nd
Where: 11 sites in Toronto
Cost: Free
Now this is cool! 8,000 human-sized dominoes will weave and fall along an epic 2.5km journey around Toronto’s Bentway.
See it for yourself on Sunday – it’s free to check out!
When: Sunday, September 22nd from 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Where: The Bentway, 250 Fort York Blvd
Cost: Free
This is a sweet way to learn something new.
Guests can witness the journey of the annual salmon migration at Adventures of Salmon, hosted by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA).
The free event at Morningside Park gives visitors the chance to see this incredible natural phenomenon up close!
When: Sunday, September 22nd from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Where: Morningside Park, 390 Morningside Ave
Cost: Free
Enjoy Sunday football on the outdoor big screen at Rendezviews!
Score freebies and enjoy some drinks while you watch the Baltimore Ravens take on the Dallas Cowboys.
Entry is free but get on the guest list here.
When: Sunday, September 22nd (doors open at 2:00 PM)
Where: Rendezviews, 229 Richmond St W
Cost: Free
The Leafs have begun preseason action! Catch the Buds as they take on the Sens this Sunday at 7:00 PM at Scotiabank Arena.
Tickets can be found here.
When: Sunday, September 22nd at 7:00 PM
Where: Scotiabank Arena, 40 Bay St
Cost: $65+ per ticket
With so many fun things to do this weekend, you won’t know where to start, Toronto.
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