The first full fall weekend is here — sounds unbelievable, I know. But luckily for us, the weather has been on the warmer side of things, so we’re enjoying it as much as we can. Good thing there are tons of things to do in Toronto that will keep us outdoors.

Here are 10 of the best things to do this weekend in Toronto.

YETI Toronto warehouse

A YETI warehouse sale is coming to Toronto this weekend. So while you’re browsing for new styles, stock up on some stellar YETI finds.

When: Until Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026
Time: Varies
Where: 75 Tycos Dr.
Cost: Free to enter

Second Summer Festival

Second Summer Festival isn’t letting the season change without one more musical celebration. The brand-new multi-venue music festival will take over a number of hot spots Toronto’s west end this week. Tickets are still on sale.

When: Thursday, Sept. 24 to Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026
Time: 5 p.m. to late
Where: Several locations
Cost: Starting at $71.37+

Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest celebrations will be ongoing for three weekends! The Black Forest Band will take over Trinity Square from 2 to 5 p.m., followed by live music and entertainment in the Pure Spirits Courtyard from 6 to 9 p.m.

On the last and final day, there will be a special polka performance from the Happy Wanderers in Trinity Square from 2 to 5 p.m.

It’s important to note that this experience is 19+ only!

When: Saturday, Sept. 26 and Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026
Time: Select time slots
Where: The Distillery Historic District – 55 Mill St.
Cost: $33.90 plus fees

NOCTA Toronto Archive Sale

Starting Wednesday, Sept. 23, Torontonians will get the chance to spend their hard-earned cash on a brand that, according to organizers, “never goes on sale.”

According to organizers, shoppers will get the chance to browse an array of tops, bottoms, jackets, accessories, and more. These will be available in all sizes for men and women.

When: Until Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026
Time: Varies
Where: 75 Tycos Dr.
Cost: Free to enter

Cafe Milk O’Clock

Get your hands on delicious dairy treats and go home with limited-edition merch! But before you dip, enjoy the live DJs and milk and cereal rave.

And it’s all a post-to-pay experience/ All you have to do is follow and tag @milkupontario on Instagram or TikTok to build your own tray of dairy eats and drinks for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even a midnight snack.

You can then exchange a token at the gachapon machine for a prize.

When: Friday, Sept. 25 to Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: 938 Queen St. W.
Cost: Free

Public Pier

Dubbed Public Pier, this new project transforms Marina Quay West (beside Toronto Music Garden and opposite the Canada Malting Silohs) into a day-to-night destination with public programming that includes food markets, DJs and even line dancing.

When: Friday, Sept. 25 and Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026
Time: 1 to 11 p.m.
Where: Marina Quay West — 539 Queens Quay W.
Cost: Free

Halloween Nights of Lights & Pumpkinville

The fall season is slowly starting to creep in, Toronto. That means crisp morning air, hues of orange and red, and lots — and I mean LOTS — of pumpkins. Halloween Nights of Lights and Pumpkinville returns this month and is set to illuminate the night sky with over 1.5 million dazzling lights, midway rides, seasonal eats, and more than 15,000 real pumpkins.

When: Select dates starting Friday, Sept. 25 to Nov. 1, 2026
Time: Thursday from 5 to 11 p.m., Friday from 5 p.m. to midnight, Saturday from noon to midnight, Sunday from noon to 11 p.m.
Where: CF Sherway Gardens, Outdoor Parking Lot, 25 The West Mall, Etobicoke, Ont.
Cost: Adults – $21.99+fees; Child – $16.99+fees

The Bentway Skate Trail

Not only will you be able to enjoy some skating action even after summer is over, but you will also be able to take part in a series of community-driven events.

When: Until Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026
Time: Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Bentway Skate Trail — 250 Fort York Blvd.
Cost: Skating is free; rentals start at $18 (plus tax)

Toronto History Museums 

All 10 of the Toronto History Museums have free admission at all times.

According to the City of Toronto, this is “to provide everyone an opportunity to fully participate in cultural heritage and spaces.”

The museums include:

Happy Hour at The Drake

Possibly one of the best Happy Hour deals in Toronto. Make your way to The Drake for $13 cocktails and 30 per cent off select menu items. You can enjoy this deal at its four spaces: the Sky Yard rooftop, the Cafe Patio, the Lounge, and the Modern Wing Lobby Bar.

See me there with a Hugo Spritz and $7 hand-cut fries.

When: Every day
Time: 4 to 6 p.m.
Where: 1150 Queen St. W.
Cost: $13 cocktails, 30 per cent off select menu items

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Karen Doradea

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