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Pineway Park Tree Planting Event

Wed, Oct 14 · 10 a.m.

Pineway Park, 110 Pineway Blvd, North York, ON M2H 1C2

Free

Enhance our urban tree canopy by planting native trees and shrubs at Pineway Park. Please note there are no washroom facilities on site. Event site conditions vary. Contact us for more information, including accessibility.

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Environmental · Virtual & Online

Take it Slow: Lichens of Toronto Webinar

Wed, Oct 14 · 12 p.m.

On-line Event

Free Accessible

Join us for a webinar on some of Toronto’s most complex and enigmatic organisms: lichens. We’ll learn about basic lichen biology, including structure and various growth forms, their roles and relationships, and how and where to find them.

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Dance · Family & Children · Museum

Sun, Oct 18 · 11 a.m.

Highland Creek Park, 428 Livingston Rd N, Scarborough, ON, M1E 1M4

Free

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Fur Ball 2026

Sun, Oct 18 · 12 p.m.

St. James Park, 120 King St E, Toronto

Free Accessible

Join us for the Fur Ball, a Halloween dog costume contest and fashion show, and your dog is invited to strut their stuff on the stage. Dress up your dog in their spookiest, silliest, or most stylish costume.

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Artisan · Family & Children · History

Harvest & Pumpkin Carving at Scarborough Museum

Sun, Oct 18 · 12 p.m. and 1 more date

Scarborough Museum, 1007 Brimley Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1P 3E8

CAD 15 Accessible

Celebrate the beauty of the harvest season at Scarborough Museum with a family-friendly pumpkin carving experience. Choose your pumpkin, create a unique design, and explore harvest traditions in one of Toronto's most historic settings.

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Food & Culinary · Nightlife

Toronto Cocktail Festival

Sun, Oct 18 · 12 p.m. and 7 more dates

Bars across Toronto

CAD 0 to 190 Accessible

Toronto’s biggest celebration of cocktail culture is back and more delicious than ever! Celebrate the art of the cocktail. We’ve rounded up the city’s best award-winning bartenders, brand ambassadors and chefs to serve up serious fun and incredible flavours.

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Live Performances · Music

Susan Hoeppner and Kelly Zimba Lukić on Flute

Sun, Oct 18 · 2 p.m.

Mazzoleni Concert Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 25 Accessible

Two of Canada’s leading flautists and Glenn Gould School faculty members join forces with the school's flute and string players for a virtuosic duo recital featuring works by Bach, Hindemith, Fauré, and Canadians Derek Charke and Andrew Staniland.

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History · Museum · Trivia

The Adventures of Indie Santiago: A Mystery Scavenger Hunt

Sun, Oct 18 · 2 p.m. and 1 more date

Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C6

CAD 47.50 Accessible

Please join us for an exciting new Mystery Scavenger Hunt! Famous adventuring heiress Indie Santiago was visiting an archaeological dig in the Accona Desert when she mysteriously disappeared - along with a recently unearthed artifact!

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Environmental · Run & Walk · Tour

Palmerston Library Tree Tour

Mon, Oct 19 · 1:30 p.m.

Palmerston Library, 560 Palmerston Ave, Toronto, ON, M6G 2P7

Free Accessible

The Palmerston branch and its neighbourhood is home to a variety of trees. Join the City of Toronto to explore the natural world on a local neighbourhood tour. Learn how to recognize different species and fun facts about their cultural and ecological importance.

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Cultural · History · Museum

Free Night at the Museum

Tue, Oct 20 · 4 p.m.

Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C6

Free Accessible

Access to most galleries will be free for everyone, on the third Tuesday Night of each month!

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Cultural · Environmental · Film

27th Annual Planet in Focus International Environmental Film Festival

Tue, Oct 20 · 6:30 p.m. and 5 more dates

Paradise Theater, 1006c Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6H 1M2

CAD 15 to 20 Accessible

Don’t miss this lineup of groundbreaking documentary films focusing on the planet we share. The festival includes Canadian and international films, a free Industry Conference, a free Family Day Program, special guests, panels and filmmaker QnAs.

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Indigenous · Literary

Shab-e She’r (Poetry Night) CXXV

Tue, Oct 20 · 7 p.m.

Tranzac, 292 Brunswick Ave, Toronto, ON, M5S 2M7

CAD 10 to 20 Accessible

Canada’s most diverse and brave poetry reading and open mic series. Featured poets include Christine Miskonoodinkwe-Smith and Sacha Archer, with an open mic opporutnity in any language.

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Indigenous · 2SLGBTQ+ · Theatre

The Porch :itâ kâ-wasêtêki tâpwêwin

Wed, Oct 21 · 7:30 p.m. and 4 more dates

Assembly Theatre, 1479 Queen St W, Toronto

CAD 33

Where Truth is Brought Into the Light, written by Danik McAfee. One Muskoka cottage. A yearly tradition of Friendsgiving and a whole lot left unsaid.

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Environmental · Run & Walk · Tour

Maryvale Library Tour

Thu, Oct 22 · 2 p.m.

Maryvale Library, 85 Ellesmere Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1R 4B9

Free Accessible

The Maryvale branch and its neighbourhood is home to a variety of trees. Join City of Toronto staff to explore the natural world on a local neighbourhood tour. Learn how to recognize different species, and fun facts about their cultural and ecological importance.

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History · Museum · Talks

When Toronto Gathered: Election‑Night Rituals & Civic Culture

Thu, Oct 22 · 5 p.m.

Mackenzie House Museum 82 Bond Street, 82 Bond St, Toronto, ON, M5B 1X2

CAD 15

At Mackenzie House Museum, home of Toronto's first mayor, historian Jamie Bradburn presents a lively look at Toronto election history. In the early 20th century, election nights turned into impromptu street parties, giving Torontonians a reason to gather.

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Public Square · Trivia

Come Play Werewolf at the Yonge Eglinton Centre

Thu, Oct 22 · 6 p.m.

Yonge Eglinton Centre, 2300 Yonge St, Toronto, ON, M4P 1E4

Free Accessible

Come join us for a fun game of Werewolf! Whether you’re a seasoned player or completely new, everyone is welcome to test their intuition, sharpen their critical thinking, and enjoy some friendly deception and debate.

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Cultural · Live Performances · Music

Quatuor Danel

Thu, Oct 22 · 7:30 p.m.

Jane Mallett Theatre, St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, 27 Front St E, Toronto, ON, M5E 1B4

CAD 40 to 70 Accessible

Renowned for performances of extraordinary insight and emotional power, the Quatuor Danel returns with a program of striking contrasts and emotional depth. Mozart’s searing and intense Adagio and Fugue opens the evening, followed by the sweeping drama of Beethoven’s Razumovsky Quartet.

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History · Museum · Tour

Lantern Tours at Fort York: After Dark

Thu, Oct 22 · 7:30 p.m. and 4 more dates

Fort York National Historic Site, 100 Garrison Rd, Toronto, ON, M5V 3K9

CAD 20

Hear chilling and eerie tales on a lantern tour of Fort York and its historic surroundings. Learn about a haunted lighthouse and the bloody Battle of York. Explore the military burial ground.

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Dance · Family & Children · Live Performances

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Thu, Oct 22 · 7:30 p.m. and 1 more date

P.C. Ho Theatre at the Chinese Cultural Centre of the Greater Toronto, 5183 Sheppard Ave E, Scarborough, ON, M1B 5Z5

CAD 78.25 Accessible

Join us for William Shakespeare’s classic comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream, with a Canadian twist, accompanied by Mendelssohn’s famous score. This show brings out the magic of Northern Canada’s woodland and tundra landscapes and creatures of the forest.

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Consumer Show & Convention · Seminars & Workshops

Toronto Coin Expo: Canada's Coin Show

Fri, Oct 23 · 10 a.m. and 1 more date

Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge St, Toronto, ON, M4W 2G8

CAD 7 Accessible

Join us at the Toronto Coin Expo, Canada’s premier coin and banknote show and auction, located in downtown Toronto. Featuring over 50 internationally renowned coin and banknote dealers, representing Canada, United States, and the World of collectable currencies.

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Arts & Exhibits · Celebrations · Family & Children

Piece by Piece: Celebration at Cedar Ridge Creative Centre

Fri, Oct 23 · 10 a.m.

Cedar Ridge Creative Centre, 225 Confederation Dr, Scarborough, ON, M1G 1B2

Free Accessible

Join Mural Routes for a celebration marking the completion of Piece by Piece, a mosaic art project that brought together 15 seniors for 10 weeks of creative learning and collaboration.

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Arts & Exhibits · Celebrations · Family & Children

Piece by Piece: Celebration at East Scarborough Storefront

Fri, Oct 23 · 1 p.m.

East Scarborough Storefront, 4040 Lawrence Ave E, Scarborough, ON, M1E 2R2

Free Accessible

Join Mural Routes to celebrate the unveiling of a new community mosaic mural created through Piece by Piece, a 10-week program that brought together 15 seniors to learn mosaic art and collaboratively design a mural inspired by the theme of gardens and nature.

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Arts & Exhibits · Dance · Museum

Double Down with Maria and Deanne at Market Gallery

Fri, Oct 23 · 5 p.m.

Market Gallery, 95 Front St E, Toronto

Free Accessible

Maria Hupfield invites champion fancy shawl Pow Wow dancer and boxing trained athlete Deanne Hupfield to bring discipline, skill and beauty to her wearable sculpture titled Double Punch (North) 2024, currently on display at Market Gallery.

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Arts & Exhibits · Live Performances · Music

Art on a Tuesday: Dinner, Drinks & Live Entertainment

Fri, Oct 23 · 6:30 p.m.

Half Note 416, 3357 Kingston Road, Scarborough, ON M1M 1R3

CAD 35 to 50 Accessible

After a break, Toronto’s intimate multidisciplinary showcase is back with a fresh look and a new lineup. Experience one curated night featuring live R&B, stand-up comedy, magic, mentalism, spoken word, violin, visual art and featured creatives.

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History · Museum · Talks

A Haunting on the Hill? Halloween at Spadina

Fri, Oct 23 · 6:30 p.m. and 2 more dates

Spadina Museum, 285 Spadina Rd, Toronto, ON, M5R 2V5

CAD 30 Accessible

Calling all brave detectives! The Austin family have fled their Spadina mansion in the dead of the night due to the unexplained and uncanny disturbances that have been taking place in their ancestral home after nightfall. Investigate this bizarre case: are these the makings of a disgruntled staff?

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Arts & Exhibits · Artisan · Cultural

Patterns That Aren't Exhibition

Sat, Oct 24 · 9 a.m. and 25 more dates

Cedar Ridge Creative Centre, 225 Confederation Dr, Scarborough, ON, M1G 1B2

Free Accessible

Step into the intricate world of artist David Currie as he explores how humans are hard-wired to seek out patterns as a means of adapting to their environment, whether connecting imaginary lines to stars or writing algorithms that direct a robot’s movements.

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Environmental

Trick or Trees Planting Event: Masseygrove Park

Sat, Oct 24 · 10 a.m.

Masseygrove Park, 80 Kendleton Dr, Etobicoke, ON M9V 1V5

Free

Join us for a Halloween planting event at Masseygrove Park! Enhance our urban tree canopy by planting native trees and shrubs. Costumes are encouraged. Event site conditions vary. Contact us for more information including accessibility.

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Family & Children · History · Museum

Halloween Pumpkin Hunt at Fort York

Sat, Oct 24 · 2 p.m.

Fort York National Historic Site, 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON, M5V 3K9

Accessible

Search the grounds of Fort York for pumpkins that have been hidden by the soldiers of the War of 1812. After you've recovered your pumpkin, bring it to the Blue Barracks for decorating! Paint it, draw on it, even clothe it to look like a Fort York soldier.

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History · Museum · Talks

Rebellion Talks: The Rebellion's Teenage Spies

Sat, Oct 24 · 2 p.m.

Zion Schoolhouse, 1091 Finch Ave E, North York, ON, M2J 2X3

Free Accessible

Delve into stories of young people who were caught up in the violence of the Rebellion of 1837. Teenagers risked their lives on secret missions for their cause, volunteering on both sides of the rebellion. Some supported the revolutionaries while others defended the government of the day.

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Live Performances · Music

Toronto Children's Chorus: Call of the Night

Sat, Oct 24 · 3 p.m.

Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St E, Toronto, ON, M5C 2Z3

CAD 25 Accessible

Watch our young stars light up the stage with the joy of singing. This evocative concert program will whisk you away on a journey through the dark night with enchanting nocturnal sounds and playful critter noises.

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Live Performances · Music

Taylor Academy Showcase Concert

Sat, Oct 24 · 4:30 p.m.

Mazzoleni Concert Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

Free Accessible

The Phil and Eli Taylor Performance Academy for Young Artists presents a concert by the leading young classical musicians in Canada. Hear the stars of tomorrow!

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History · Museum · Tour

Lantern Tours at Montgomery's Inn: Beyond Mourning

Sat, Oct 24 · 6 p.m. and 3 more dates

Montgomery's Inn, 4709 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON, M9A 1A8

CAD 22

This Halloween, uncover eerie tales about the past inhabitants of the Inn and the Old Town of Islington. Journey from the dimly lit historic house to the Islington burial ground, learn about Victorian death practices, and hear new stories connecting to Toronto’s past.

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Family & Children

Riverside Halloween Fest

Sun, Oct 25 · 11 a.m.

Joel Weeks Park, 10 Thompson St, Toronto

Free Accessible

Get your costumes ready for our spook-tacular annual event! Enjoy pumpkin decorating, treats, DJ tunes, face painting and more! There’s also free fun for your dogs, including a dog costume contest with judging and prizes, treats and more fun.

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Film · Live Performances · Music

Phantom Live

Sun, Oct 25 · 3 p.m.

The Eglinton Grand, 400 Eglinton Ave W, Toronto, ON, M5N 1A2

CAD 25 to 49 Accessible

Step into the opulent Eglinton Grand for an unforgettable show this Halloween season.

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Live Performances · Music · Theatre

New Bad Ideas Live: An Evening of New Ideas, New Music and New Stories

Sun, Oct 25 · 7 p.m.

The Great Hall, 1087 Queen St W, Toronto, ON, M6J 1H3

CAD 40 Accessible

After a sold-out 2025 concert and encore matinee, New Bad Ideas Live returns!

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Seminars & Workshops

Research Unplugged 2026

Tue, Oct 27 · 8:30 a.m.

The Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation, 205 Humber College Blvd, Etobicoke, ON, M9W 5L7

Free Accessible

Join Humber Polytechnic’s Research Expo 2026 for a day of entrepreneurship, innovation, and meaningful connections!

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History · Museum

Lantern Tours at Colborne Lodge: The Unexplained

Tue, Oct 27 · 7:30 p.m. and 3 more dates

Colborne Lodge Museum, 11 Colborne Lodge Dr, Toronto

CAD 25

Join us for a chilling tour at Colborne Lodge in High Park. Visit the gravesite of John and Jemima Howard. Delve deeply into ideas about death and the afterlife from the 1800s and hear true tales of paranormal activities. Decide for yourself what still lingers in the museum's hidden corners.

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Arts & Exhibits

74th Open Juried Exhibit

Wed, Oct 28 · 8 a.m. and 25 more dates

Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke, ON, M9C 2Y2

Free Accessible

Colour and Form Society presents an exhibit opportunity for their artists to showcase a myriad of talent, and for non-members to be juried into membership of the organization.

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Arts & Exhibits · Cultural · Museum

Molly Steels: I Am/Was/Always

Wed, Oct 28 · 11 a.m. and 23 more dates

The Image Centre, 33 Gould St, Toronto, ON, M5B 1E9

Free Accessible

The philosopher Diana Prokofyeva considers a photograph to be a phenomenon that exists as a way to avoid death by copying a moment and suspending it within time - a way to be between two worlds:, the living and the dead.

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Literary · Live Performances

Toronto International Festival of Authors 2026

Wed, Oct 28 · 2:30 p.m. and 4 more dates

Victoria University at the University of Toronto, 91 Charles St W, Toronto, ON, M5S 1K5

CAD 15 to 159 Accessible

Welcome to Canada’s largest and longest-running literary festival.! This fall, TIFA 2026 brings the world’s most compelling writers into conversation with one another and with you. Join us for over 100 events with some of the world’s most beloved authors.

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History · Museum · Tour

Lantern Tours: Macabre Tales at Todmorden Mills

Wed, Oct 28 · 6:30 p.m. and 3 more dates

Todmorden Mills Heritage Site, 67 Pottery Rd, East York, ON, M4K 2B9

CAD 22

Join us for an unforgettable evening of creepy stories spanning the 1890s, 1940s and present. Explore the historic Helliwell House and the Cottage, where local legends and chilling tales come to life. After your enhanced tour, warm up with a cozy drink in the Brewery Building.

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Cultural · Music

Music in the Afternoon presents Trio Hélios

Thu, Oct 29 · 1:30 p.m.

Walter Hall, University of Toronto, 80 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C5

CAD 0 to 55 Accessible

Come witness the North American debut of this spirited piano trio from France as they perform music by French composers, Maurice Ravel and Lili Boulanger, alongside Dmitri Shostakovich’s haunting second piano trio.

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Arts & Exhibits

Art Toronto 2026

Thu, Oct 29 · 4 p.m. and 3 more dates

Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St W, Toronto, ON, M5V 2W6

CAD 25 to 440 Accessible

Canada’s leading international fair for modern and contemporary art will bring together 105 galleries, organizations and cultural institutions from across Canada, the United States, Latin America and Europe.

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Live Performances · Music

Orlando: Ema Nikolovska, Mezzo-Soprano, with Sean Shibe on Guitar

Thu, Oct 29 · 7 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 45 to 75 Accessible

Two of the most imaginative and exploratory artists of their generation craft a genre-defying program that intersperses passages from Virginia Woolf’s Orlando with songs by Schubert, Bob Dylan, Laurie Anderson and others.

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Live Performances · Music

Jazz at the Columbus Centre

Thu, Oct 29 · 7:30 p.m. and 1 more date

Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, 901 Lawrence Ave W, North York, ON, M6A 1C3

CAD 100 Accessible

Celebrate the richness, diversity and enduring appeal of jazz. Back by popular demand, enjoy ive unforgettable concerts celebrating the richness, diversity, and enduring appeal of jazz.

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Food & Culinary · Seminars & Workshops

Pasta Party!

Fri, Oct 30 · 6 p.m.

Le Dolci Culinary School, 12 Sousa Mendes St, Toronto, ON, M6P 0A8

CAD 169

Join us for an unforgettable hands-on culinary experience celebrating the art of Italian cooking!

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Arts & Exhibits · Museum · Nightlife

ROM After Dark

Fri, Oct 30 · 7:30 p.m. and 1 more date

Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C6

CAD 40 Accessible

The wait is over...welcome back to the best Halloween Party in the city! As night falls, the Museum transforms with eerie décor for an unforgettable evening of live music, DJ sets and non-stop dancing. Come dressed in your best Halloween look or simply ready to celebrate.

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Live Performances · Music

Bruce Liu, piano

Fri, Oct 30 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 80 to 170 Accessible

Described as a pianist with “magician's fingers and soul of integrity” (Le Monde), Canadian Bruce Liu returns to Koerner Hall to perform works by Beethoven, Chopin, Albéniz, and Liszt.

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Environmental

Crothers Woods Leaf Rake

Sat, Oct 31 · 10 a.m.

Thomas Hauser Memorial Trailhead, 27 Redway Rd, Toronto, ON M4H 1P6

Free

Join us to rake fall leaves off of the trails at Crothers Woods to prevent trail damage during the winter. Some trails are quite steep. Event site conditions vary. Contact us for more information, including accessibility.

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Family & Children · Food & Culinary · Museum

Cookie Decorating: Halloween at Montgomery's Inn

Sat, Oct 31 · 12 p.m.

Montgomery's Inn, 4709 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON, M9A 1A8

CAD 10 Accessible

This Halloween, enjoy a fun, family-friendly cookie decorating class where history meets creativity. Historic recipe cookies and decorating supplies are provided. Just bring your imagination and your sweet tooth. No previous experience needed. Cookies contain gluten, dairy and eggs.

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Live Performances · Music

Mariza

Sat, Oct 31 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 70 to 180 Accessible

International fado superstar Mariza returns to Koerner Hall, bringing her unmistakable voice and magnetic stage presence. Known for her soulful voice and the transparency of her lyrics, Mariza has captivated audiences world-wide.

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Arts & Exhibits · Live Performances · Music

Death on the Hills

Sun, Nov 1 · 7 p.m.

The Great Hall Toronto, 1087 Queen St W, Toronto, ON, M6J 1H3

CAD 25 to 50 Accessible

We summon you to join a cortège of excommunicated choristers gathers to ask a question the living cannot answer: what happens when we die? Witches, friars, hermits, and heathens convene on hallowed grounds, reckoning with the fear and fascination of what lies beyond the veil.

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Live Performances · Music · Talks

Violins Unbound

Mon, Nov 2 · 7:30 p.m.

Hugh's Room, 296 Broadview Ave, Toronto, ON, M4M 2G7

Free

Few instruments can match the violin’s extraordinary combination of brilliance, agility and expressive power.

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Arts & Exhibits

Beach Photo Club Exhibition

Tue, Nov 3 · 9 a.m. and 30 more dates

Clark Centre for the Arts, 191 Guildwood Pkwy, Scarborough, ON, M1E 1P5

Free Accessible

Enjoy this photography exhibition by a diverse group of artists as they present their unique interpretations of our world, from realistic to abstract, including techniques such as macro photography, intentional movement and digital compositing.

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Environmental

Elm Park Tree Planting Event

Tue, Nov 3 · 10 a.m.

Elm Park, 230 Gosford Blvd, North York, ON M3N 1V5

Free

Nurture nature by planting native trees and shrubs at Elm Park. Event site conditions vary. Contact us for more information, including accessibility. If you would like to request accessibility support, contact us as soon as possible.

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Cultural · Live Performances · Music

Dinuk Wijeratne and the Canadian Chamber Orchestra

Tue, Nov 3 · 7:30 p.m.

Jane Mallett Theatre, St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, 27 Front St E, Toronto, ON, M5E 1B4

CAD 40 to 70 Accessible

Pianist and composer Dinuk Wijeratne joins the Canadian Chamber Orchestra for his electrifying solo piano and string orchestra piece Gajaga Vannama.

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Arts & Exhibits

A Spore on its Journey

Wed, Nov 4 · 8 a.m. and 59 more dates

Ascent Gallery, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke, ON, M9C 2Y2

Free Accessible

Huan Chen transforms native fungi and lichen into a powerful metaphor for the immigrant experience, telling stories of heritage, struggle, adaptation and new beginnings. Through striking imagery, the work also reflects on human impact on natural habitats and the cultural shifts shaping urban life.

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Environmental · Talks

Taylor Memorial Library Talk: Our Urban Forest

Wed, Nov 4 · 2 p.m.

Taylor Memorial Library, 1440 Kingston Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1N 1R3

Free Accessible

Toronto has one of the largest urban forests in the world. Join the City of Toronto for an in-library presentation on this amazing natural habitat that reaches all corners of Toronto. We’ll discuss what makes the urban forest so special and share tools to help you explore and understand it better.

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Cultural · Live Performances · Music

The Suite Life

Thu, Nov 5 · 7:30 p.m.

Trinity- St. Paul's Centre, 427 Bloor St. West, Toronto, On,M5S 1X7

CAD 45.20 Accessible

Violinist Irmina Trynkos, praised by BBC Music Magazine as "an intense and charismatic new star," takes centre stage for the Toronto premiere of Claudia Montero's Violin Concerto; a Latin Grammy-winning work heard in Toronto for the very first time.

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Arts & Exhibits · History · Museum

Agency & Defiance: Exhibit at Montgomery's Inn

Fri, Nov 6 · 11 a.m. and 57 more dates

Montgomery's Inn, 4709 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON, M9A 1A8

Free Accessible

Experience Agency and Defiance, featuring never-before-seen works by Toronto-based artist Frantz Brent-Harris inspired by Jamaican Junkanoo.

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Charity & Cause

A Moving Affair: Shelter Movers' 10th Anniversary Gala

Fri, Nov 6 · 6 p.m.

The Ritz-Carlton, 181 Wellington St W, Toronto, ON

CAD 1000 to 10000 Accessible

Shelter Movers' signature annual gala returns with an elegant evening to inspire hope and transform lives for survivors of abuse.

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Live Performances · Music

The Glenn Gould School Chamber Opera Barber’s A Hand of Bridge and Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti

Fri, Nov 6 · 7:30 p.m.

Mazzoleni Concert Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 20 Accessible

This season’s offering will be a double bill of Samuel Barber’s A Hand of Bridge, a poignant miniature opera that reveals the hidden thoughts of four bridge players during a seemingly ordinary card game, and Leonard Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti, a jazz-infused one-act opera depicting a day in the...

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History · Live Performances · Theatre

Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet)

Fri, Nov 6 · 7:30 p.m. and 14 more dates

Bluma Appel Theatre, 27 Front St E, Toronto, ON, M5E 1B4

CAD 50 to 160 Accessible

A joyful comedy that flips the script on Shakespeare's most infamous heroines.

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Live Performances · Music

Jean-Guihen Queyras, cello, with Alexandre Tharaud, piano

Fri, Nov 6 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 60 to 100 Accessible

The celebrated French-Canadian cellist and French pianist reunite for an afternoon of refined artistry, performing works by Brahms, Debussy, Schubert, and others.

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Arts & Exhibits

Art Guild of Scarborough's Juried Fall Art Show and Sale

Sat, Nov 7 · 10 a.m. and 1 more date

Centennial Recreation Centre: Scarborough, 1967 Ellesmere Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1H 2W5

Free Accessible

Featuring over 400 original, juried works of art by member artists, many of whom will be in attendance. Works include watercolour, pastel, oil, acrylic, ink, sculpture and mixed media. The Art Guild of Scarborough is a non-profit organization.

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Celebrations · Charity & Cause · Sports

2026 Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Celebration

Sat, Nov 7 · 10 a.m. and 2 more dates

Hockey Hall of Fame, Brookfield Place, 30 Yonge Street, Toronto ON, M5E 1X8

CAD 295 to 625 Accessible

Join the Hockey Hall of Fame as we welcome hockey’s newest legends, Class of 2026 Inductees: Patrice Bergeron, Brian Burke, Cindy Curley, Carey Price, Pekka Rinne and Keith Tkachuk. This is your chance to say, "I was there".

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Indigenous · Museum · Seminars & Workshops

Indigenous Beading Workshop: Poppy

Sat, Nov 7 · 11 a.m.

Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, M5S 1W7

CAD 65 Accessible

In honour of Remembrance Day and National Indigenous Veterans Day, join Natalie Ortiz for a meaningful afternoon of beading, reflection, and remembrance.

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Food & Culinary

Intro to Bread: Challah

Sat, Nov 7 · 2 p.m. and 1 more date

Le Dolci Culinary School, 12 Sousa Mendes St, Toronto, ON, M6P 0A8

CAD 149

Join us for our Challah Class! This class is great for absolute beginners! And you will achieve all this in just ONE day! Spend two hours with our talented chef to learn the art of making Challah.

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Arts & Exhibits · Museum · Seminars & Workshops

More Than a Game: Stories and Legacy of Lacrosse

Sat, Nov 7 · 2 p.m.

Market Gallery, 95 Front St E, Toronto, Second floor

Free Accessible

Join Toronto History Museums’ Chief Curator, Tara Chadwick, in conversation with Lance Winn, Sports Broadcaster and Vice-President of the Arena Lacrosse League, and lacrosse players and supporters as they reflect on the legacy and significance of lacrosse programming.

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Live Performances · Music

The Glenn Gould School: Barber’s A Hand of Bridge and Bernstein’s Trouble in Tahiti

Sat, Nov 7 · 7:30 p.m.

Mazzoleni Concert Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, M5S 1W2

CAD 20 Accessible

This season’s offering will be a double bill feature. Enjoy Samuel Barber’s A Hand of Bridge, a poignant miniature opera that reveals the hidden thoughts of four bridge players during a seemingly ordinary card game.

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Live Performances · Music

John Beasley’s Unlimited Miles: Miles Davis at 100

Sat, Nov 7 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 50 to 125 Accessible

Under the direction of Grammy Award-winning pianist, composer, and arranger John Beasley, star‑studded musicians Marcus Strickland on saxophone, Sean Jones on trumpet, Ben Williams on bass, and Terreon Gully on drums delve into the visionary spirit and boundless creativity of Miles Davis.

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Live Performances · Music · Nightlife

Cigar Club: 10-Year Anniversary

Sat, Nov 7 · 8 p.m.

Horseshoe Tavern, 370 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2A2

CAD 25 Accessible

Toronto music veterans join the Cigar Club as they hit the stage to celebrate this milestone! Featuring Fortunate Losers and The Young Scones.

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Dance · Live Performances · Seminars & Workshops

Immersion Festival

Sun, Nov 8 · 11 a.m. and 10 more dates

Betty Oliphant Theatre, 404 Jarvis St, Toronto, ON M4Y 2G6

CAD 0 to 150 Accessible

Join us for a celebration of Canadian cultural life for audiences and a sought-after performance and networking opportunity for renowned and aspiring artists, with three distinct stage performances, twelve workshops, a dance education roundtable, and community gatherings.

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Live Performances · Music

Garrick Ohlsson, piano

Sun, Nov 8 · 3 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 75 to 135 Accessible

“By almost any measure, Ohlsson is one of the great American pianists.” (The Washington Post). A towering figure among the world’s greatest pianists, Garrick Ohlsson is renowned for his “incredible technique with razor-sharp accuracy” (Seattle Times).

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Dance

Dance Collection DANSE Hall of Fame

Sun, Nov 8 · 4 p.m.

Palais Royale Ballroom, 1601 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON, M6K 3C1

CAD 225 Accessible

Join us in celebrating DANSE's 40th Anniversary year as we introduce this year's Hall of Fame inductees!

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Cultural · Live Performances · Theatre

Rogers v. Rogers

Sun, Nov 8 · 7:30 p.m. and 30 more dates

Berkeley Street Theatre, 26 Berkeley St, Toronto, ON, M5A 2W3

CAD 70 to 140 Accessible

The hit show returns to a new venue, same buzz! Based on Rogers v. Rogers: The Battle for Control of Canada’s Telecom Empire by Alexandra Posadzki. Telecom tycoon Ted Rogers built an empire turning Canada’s airwaves into cash.

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History · Museum · Tour

Remembrance Day at Fort York

Wed, Nov 11 · 10:30 a.m.

Fort York National Historic Site, 100 Garrison Rd, Toronto, ON, M5V 3K9

Free Accessible

Attend one of the City’s most evocative Remembrance Day ceremonies at Fort York National Historic Site.

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Consumer Show & Convention · Seminars & Workshops

ProFusion Expo 2026

Wed, Nov 11 · 11 a.m. and 1 more date

Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St W, Toronto, ON, M5V 2W6 - Hall B

Free Accessible

Canada’s biggest celebration of photo, video, filmmaking, and creator culture. This is where the imaging industry comes to see what’s next!

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Live Performances · Music

Rebanks Family Fellowship Concert

Wed, Nov 11 · 7 p.m.

Mazzoleni Concert Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

Free Accessible

Solo and chamber works are performed by young artists on the cusp of major careers, who are enrolled in The Rebanks Family Fellowship and International Performance Residency Program at The Glenn Gould School.

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Literary · Live Performances · Theatre

A Christmas Carol

Thu, Nov 12 · 7 p.m. and 35 more dates

The Fleck at Harbourfront Centre Theatre, 231 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON, M5J 2G8

CAD 50 to 140 Accessible

Dickens’s timeless holiday story of transformation, kindness and human connection. This fresh adaptation by Tim Carroll brings Charles Dickens’s world to life through inventive puppetry, towering ghosts that fill the stage, traditional carols and audience participation with spirited sing-alongs.

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History · Museum · Talks

Rebellion Talks: Booze, Taverns & Rowdy Rebels

Thu, Nov 12 · 7 p.m.

Montgomery's Inn, 4709 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON, M9A 1A8

Free Accessible

Learn the role Toronto's raucous taverns played in the political tensions leading up to the Rebellion of 1837. In the middle of the 1800s, taverns played a central role in political life.

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Live Performances · Music

Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass Heart

Fri, Nov 13 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 80 to 140 Accessible

The banjo visionary leads an all‑star ensemble through some new music and classic tunes, blending bluegrass roots with jazz and classical influences.

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Arts & Exhibits · Live Performances · Music

SignFest Toronto 2026

Sat, Nov 14 · 10 a.m.

North York Memorial Community Hall, 5110 Yonge Street North York, ON M2N 5V7

CAD 40 Accessible

This is a free public festival celebrating Deaf culture, sign language, accessibility, and inclusion. The festival features a free daytime expo with vendors, exhibitors, organizations, presentations, entertainment, and networking opportunities.

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Live Performances · Music

Aga Khan Master Musicians

Sat, Nov 14 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 50 to 110 Accessible

Creating music inspired by their own deep roots in the cultures of the Middle East and Mediterranean Basin, South Asia, Central Asia, and China.

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Consumer Show & Convention

BMO Student Life Expo 2026

Sun, Nov 15 · 12 p.m.

Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 222 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON, M5V 3L9

Free Accessible

Mark your calendars, your future starts here! Planning for after high school? Whether you're considering university, college, skilled trades, apprenticeships, travel or jumping straight into the workforce, join us in exploring what's next.

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Live Performances · Music

Rihab Chaieb, mezzo-soprano, with Ammiel Bushakevitz, piano

Sun, Nov 15 · 3 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 55 to 110 Accessible

Tunisian-Canadian mezzo-soprano Rihab Chaieb and Israeli pianist Ammiel Bushakevitz blend French repertoire with Tunisian lullabies. Chaieb’s voice has been praised for possessing a “a dark, velvety sheen, rich but never overindulgent” (Stage and Cinema).

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Cultural · Live Performances · Music

Benedict Sheehan’s ‘Ukrainian War Requiem’: The National Tour

Sun, Nov 15 · 4 p.m.

St. Paul's Basilica, 83 Power St, Toronto, ON, M5A 3A8

CAD 30 to 50 Accessible

The Axios Men’s Ensemble, in celebration of their historic Juno award, for Classical Album of the Year (Large Ensemble) for the recording of Benedict Sheehan’s Ukrainian War Requiem, have announced a national tour this November.

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Live Performances · Music · Talks

WHAT MAKES IT GREAT?® - MENDELSSOHN

Sun, Nov 15 · 4 p.m.

Jane Mallett Theatre, St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, 27 Front St E, Toronto, ON, M5E 1B4

CAD 40 to 70 Accessible

Featuring Jonathan Crow, violin; Annalee Patipatanakoon, violin; Sharon Wei, viola; Roman Borys, cello; and the Dior String Quartet. In "What Makes It Great?", composer, commentator, and author Rob Kapilow unlocks great music with insight, humour, and live musical examples.

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Environmental

Agincourt Library Invasive Plants Talk

Mon, Nov 16 · 2 p.m.

Agincourt Library, 155 Bonis Ave, Scarborough, ON, M1T 3W6

Free Accessible

Join City of Toronto staff for a presentation on invasive plants commonly found around homes in Toronto. Learn how to identify these species, understand their impact and effectively manage them. You’ll also get tips on supporting local biodiversity through enhancing native habitats.

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Environmental · Talks

Fri, Nov 20 · 9 a.m.

Le Dolci Culinary School, 12 Sousa Mendes St, Toronto, ON, M6P 0A8

Do your kids need a creative baking outlet? Sign up your children to bake and decorate a variety of delicious treats while having fun!

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Live Performances · Music

Naghash Ensemble, Karen Ouzounian and the Amadeus Choir

Fri, Nov 20 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 60 to 125 Accessible

A magical evening of Armenian music direct from Yerevan, and the Canadian premiere of Dear Mountains, a recent work for chorus, solo cello, oud, and percussion, co-composed by the RCM alumna and Silk Road Ensemble member Karen Ouzounian and Lembit Beecher.

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Live Performances · Music

The Phil and Eli Taylor Performance Academy Showcase Concert

Sat, Nov 21 · 4:30 p.m.

Mazzoleni Concert Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

Free Accessible

Enjoy a concert by the leading young classical musicians in Canada. Hear the stars of tomorrow!

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Live Performances · Music

Daniil Trifonov, piano

Sun, Nov 22 · 3 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 135 to 170 Accessible

Grammy Award–winning pianist Daniil Trifonov returns to perform a vibrant program of works by Villa-Lobos, Piazzolla, Ginastera and his own works. Combining consummate technique with rare sensitivity and depth, Trifonov’s performances are a perpetual source of awe.

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Arts & Exhibits · Museum · Seminars & Workshops

Linocut Workshop: André Perugia Themed Tote Bag

Mon, Nov 23 · 6:30 p.m.

Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, M5S 1W7

CAD 50 Accessible

Inspired by our current exhibition, André Perugia: A Design Legend Unveiled, step into the bold and imaginative world of André Perugia. In this hands-on linocut workshop inspired by the visionary footwear designer’s sculptural and avant-garde creations.

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Cultural · Live Performances · Music

Music Toronto - Illia Ovcharenko

Tue, Nov 24 · 7:30 p.m.

Jane Mallett Theatre, St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, 27 Front St E, Toronto, ON, M5E 1B4

CAD 40 to 70 Accessible

Having delighted Music Toronto audiences with “one of the best recitals of 2025” (LudwigVanToronto), Ukrainian pianist Illia Ovcharenko returns to Music Toronto with a program shaped by the spirit of fantasy.

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Family & Children · Live Performances

Disney and Pixar's Finding Nemo

Thu, Nov 26 · 7 p.m. and 11 more dates

Young People's Theatre, 165 Front St E, Toronto, ON, M5A 3Z4

CAD 17 to 67 Accessible

Make your holidays merry with an enchanting family adventure! This splashy musical adaptation of the beloved Pixar film celebrates the love between parents and children in a vivid underwater world.

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History · Museum · Talks

Rebellion Talks: The Strange & Tragic Tale of Robert Baldwin

Thu, Nov 26 · 7 p.m.

Spadina Museum, 285 Spadina Rd, Toronto, ON, M5R 2V5

Free Accessible

Listen to the story of Robert Baldwin, one of the strangest and most pivotal figures in Canadian history. Not everyone who demanded change believed in violence. One of the leading champions of Canadian democracy refused to take up arms and join the rebels.

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Live Performances · Music

Royal Conservatory Orchestra with conductor Tania Miller with Anna Yin, violin

Fri, Nov 27 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 25 to 60 Accessible

Canadian conductor Tania Miller has distinguished herself as a dynamic interpreter, musician, and innovator.

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Food & Culinary · Run & Walk

Holiday Run and Taste 5K

Sat, Nov 28 · 10 a.m.

Meeting Point: Circle and Squares Bakery, 77 King St W, Toronto, ON, M5K 2A1

CAD 65 to 85 Accessible

Get ready to jog, sip, and savor your way through Toronto’s brightest season! We're combining a high-energy winter fun run with a festive holiday food crawl featuring five signature tastings along downtown’s iconic districts.

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Live Performances · Music

Jean‑Michel Blais

Sat, Nov 28 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 45 to 100 Accessible

Jean-Michel Blais is a Montreal-based pianist, composer, and performer, signed to Arts & Crafts and Mercury KX (Decca). His debut album, Il, was named one of Time magazine’s Top 10 Albums of 2016 and his music has since amassed over 580 million streams worldwide.

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Family & Children

Riverside Holiday Market

Sun, Nov 29 · 11 a.m.

Ralph Thornton Community Centre, 765 Queen St E, Toronto, ON, M4M 1H3

Free Accessible

Bring holiday cheer and enjoy holiday activities including a Meet and Greet with Santa, live music, hot chocolate, arts and crafts and lots of local shopping. Visit website for more event perks and promos.

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Arts & Exhibits · Museum · Talks

Curator’s Talk: Time, Labour and the Value of Beads

Mon, Nov 30 · 7 p.m.

Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, M5S 1W7

CAD 25 Accessible

Beads may be small and intricate, but their histories reveal powerful stories of identity, value, and status.

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Live Performances · Music · Nightlife

TD Encounters: Orison

Mon, Nov 30 · 7:30 p.m.

Hugh's Room, 296 Broadview Ave, Toronto, ON, M4M 2G7

Free

Orison (prayer) is a musical collaboration from musician Daniel Áñez and composer James O’Callaghan, connecting science fiction imagery with spirituality and the idea of ‘alien-ness’ in all of its senses: social, cultural, psychological, extra-terrestrial.

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Live Performances · Museum

Oscar Peterson Program

Tue, Dec 1 · 7 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

Free Accessible

Enjoy student concerts featuring solo and chamber works and the Oscar Peterson Program Orchestra conducted by Artistic Director Colin Clarke.

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Arts & Exhibits

New Vistas

Wed, Dec 2 · 8 a.m. and 37 more dates

Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke, ON, M9C 2Y2

Free Accessible

Celebrate emerging voices in art at this annual exhibition, developed in partnership between the City of Toronto and Humber Polytechnic’s Arts Administration & Cultural Management Program.

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Arts & Exhibits · Artisan · Tour

Returning to Ourselves | Curatorial Tour with Lisa Deanne Smith

Wed, Dec 2 · 5 p.m.

OCAD University - Onsite Gallery, 199 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON, M5V 0H4

Free Accessible

Please join the exhibition curator for an engaging and in-depth curatorial tour of Returning to Ourselves: Rebecca Baird and Kenny Alvin Baird - A Retrospective of Art and Design by Cree Métis Siblings. Lisa Deanne Smith is Senior Curator of Onsite Gallery at OCAD University.

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Live Performances · Music

Roby Lakatos and Medusa Quartet with Turkwaz

Wed, Dec 2 · 7 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 55 to 110 Accessible

Hungarian violinist Roby Lakatos dazzles with fiery Roma‑inspired virtuosity. Medusa and Turkwaz, a powerhouse octet of string players, percussionists and vocalists open the night.

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Environmental · Virtual & Online

Winter Wings: Songbirds in Toronto Winter Webinar

Thu, Dec 3 · 12 p.m.

On-line Event

Free Accessible

Join us for an introduction to winter birding in Toronto. We'll explore a few of the fascinating birds that call the city home in winter, learn how birds adapt to winter conditions, listen to some common calls and highlight some of the best places to spot birds across Toronto.

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Cultural · Live Performances · Music

Ménestrel

Thu, Dec 3 · 1:30 p.m.

Walter Hall, University of Toronto, 80 Queen's Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C5

CAD 0 to 55 Accessible

Celebrate the magic of midwinter with Yuletide: A Ceremony of Midwinter, an enchanting mix of ancient repertoire and traditional folk songs, brought to life through the sounds of lute, recorder and the female voice.

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Live Performances · Music

Mohsen Sharifian

Fri, Dec 4 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 60 to 300 Accessible

Experience a breathtaking celebration of Persian Gulf music, pairing the spellbinding artistry of Iranian maestro Mohsen Sharifian with a magnificent 23-piece string ensemble in masterful works by acclaimed composers Kaveh Mirhosseini and Pouya Hamidi.

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Comedy · Family & Children · Live Performances

Cinderella

Sat, Dec 5 · 7 p.m. and 25 more dates

The Winter Garden Theatre, 189 Yonge St, Toronto, ON, M5B 1M4

CAD 49 to 169 Accessible

The classic story, turned on its heel. Think you’ve outgrown the panto? Think again. Our new take on Cinderella delivers all the glitter and spectacle of the beloved tradition with a clever, contemporary edge.

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Live Performances · Music

Ravi Coltrane: The John Coltrane Centennial with Ewen Farncombe and Friends

Sat, Dec 5 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 50 to 135 Accessible

The visionary saxophonist honours his father’s legacy. Ravi Coltrane is a critically acclaimed Grammy Award-nominated saxophonist, bandleader and composer. Over the course of a twenty year career, Mr.

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Food & Culinary

Ho, Ho, Holiday Cookie Baking

Sun, Dec 6 · 2 p.m. and 2 more dates

Le Dolci Culinary School, 12 Sousa Mendes St, Toronto, ON, M6P 0A8

CAD 149

Join us for our Holiday Cookie Baking Class! In this three-hour, hands-on class, you'll learn how to make three festive holiday cookies: Linzer Cookies, Thumbprint Cookies, and Chocolate Crinkle Cookies.

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Literary

Held by Anne Michaels - By the Lake Book Club

Tue, Dec 8 · 7 p.m.

Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr, Etobicoke, ON, M8V 4B6

CAD 10 to 21 Accessible

Held, by 2024 Scotiabank Giller Prize winner Anne Michaels, is a luminous, fragmented novel about love, memory, and the reverberations of war across generations.

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Live Performances · Music

Robi Botos and Friends

Thu, Dec 10 · 7 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 50 to 100 Accessible

The protégé of Canadian jazz legend Oscar Peterson and RCM’s Jazz Artist in Residence returns with his mesmerizing blend of bebop, modern jazz and eastern European sounds.

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Cultural · Live Performances · Music

Music Toronto - Gryphon Trio with James Campbell

Thu, Dec 10 · 7:30 p.m.

Jane Mallett Theatre, St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, 27 Front St E, Toronto, ON, M5E 1B4

CAD 40 to 70 Accessible

In its early years as a Music Toronto ensemble-in-residence, the Gryphon Trio first performed Olivier Messiaen’s visionary "Quartet for the End of Time" with revered Canadian clarinetist James Campbell.

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Live Performances · Music

Rufus Does Judy 20th Anniversary Celebration

Fri, Dec 11 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 85 to 175 Accessible

Praised as “the greatest songwriter on the planet” by Sir Elton John, Rufus Wainwright joins the Royal Conservatory Orchestra for a special one-night-only engagement performing selections from his albums Rufus does Judy at Carnegie Hall, Want One, Want Two and beyond.

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History · Museum · Talks

Rebellion Talks: The Rebels' Island Stronghold

Sat, Dec 12 · 2 p.m.

Todmorden Mills, 67 Pottery Rd, East York, ON, M4K 2B9

Free Accessible

Learn about the violent aftermath of the Rebellion of 1837. The revolutionaries didn't give up easily. Even after Mackenzie's army was crushed at the Battle of Montgomery's Tavern, the rebels kept fighting.

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Live Performances · Music

Meow Meow: Feline Festive

Sat, Dec 12 · 8 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 50 to 110 Accessible

Rekindle the true spirit of the holidays with the fabulous Meow Meow! The international cabaret sensation brings her singular blend of comedy, glamour, and vocal brilliance for a holiday performance like no other.

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Live Performances · Music

Stewart Goodyear with the New Orford String Quartet

Sun, Dec 13 · 3 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 60 to 120 Accessible

"One of the best pianists of his generation" (Philadelphia Inquirer), the RCM alumnus and Artist-in-Residence Stewart Goodyear performs Ravel’s shimmering Piano Trio, Brahms’s richly expressive Piano Quintet along with his own quintet piece with the New Orford String Quartet.

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Arts & Exhibits · Museum · Talks

Curator’s Talk: André Perugia

Tue, Dec 15 · 6 p.m.

Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, M5S 1W7

CAD 25 Accessible

Step behind the scenes of the new exhibit André Perugia: A Design Legend Unveiled for a curator talk with Nishi Bassi. Nishi will speak on all parts of the exhibit, from sourcing rare loans to the curatorial decisions that shaped the many intricate design and storytelling elements.

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Family & Children · Live Performances · Theatre

A Very Merry Magic Show

Sat, Dec 19 · 10:30 a.m. and 4 more dates

Wychwood Theatre, 76 Wychwood Ave studio 176, Toronto, ON

CAD 30.49 Accessible

This holiday season, BenTastic and Magic Mel take the stage together for a Christmas celebration full of festive cheer, wonder, and magical surprises!

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Food & Culinary · History · Museum

Historic Holiday Gingerbread Workshop at Fort York

Sat, Dec 19 · 11 a.m. and 8 more dates

Fort York National Historic Site, 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON, M5V 3K9

CAD 20 Accessible

Experience the warmth of the holiday season through a hands-on baking workshop in the historic Officers' Mess Kitchen.

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Live Performances · Music

Academy Chamber Orchestra

Sat, Dec 19 · 7 p.m.

Mazzoleni Concert Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

Free Accessible

String students from The Phil and Eli Taylor Performance Academy for Young Artists come together as the Academy Chamber Orchestra to perform a special concert.

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Food & Culinary

New Years Eve Celebration Cake Class

Thu, Dec 31 · 12 p.m.

Le Dolci Culinary School, 12 Sousa Mendes St, Toronto, ON, M6P 0A8

CAD 139

Join us in decorating your own New Years' Eve cake. This is two hour class is perfect for beginners! We will bake the cakes for you and make buttercream in advance, so you can get to the super fun decorating part.

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Food & Culinary

Champagne and Macarons New Years Eve!

Thu, Dec 31 · 4 p.m.

Le Dolci Culinary School, 12 Sousa Mendes St, Toronto, ON, M6P 0A8

CAD 139

Get ready for New Year's Eve with our class! Join us for a delightful afternoon of crafting these elegant French treats while sipping on champagne. Not only will you learn the art of macaron making, but you'll also have a box of your own creations to bring to your NYE party!

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Live Performances · Music

Mayumi Seiler, violin, Min‑Jeong Koh, violin and Daniel Hamin Go, cello

Sun, Jan 10 · 2 p.m.

Mazzoleni Concert Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 25 Accessible

Celebrated RCM faculty members and a rising star alumnus unite for an exquisite trio recital of works by Beethoven, Ernő Dohnányi and a new commission by Vancouver-based Stefan Hintersteininger.

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Live Performances · Music

Stephen Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd in Concert

Fri, Jan 15 · 8 p.m. and 2 more dates

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 75 to 175 Accessible

Broadway in concert returns! Director Richard Ouzounian and Music Director Paul Sportelli reunite with the Royal Conservatory Orchestra for this in concert staging of Sondheim’s macabre masterpiece.

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Comedy · Theatre

Sex in the '80s

Sat, Jan 16 · 7:30 p.m. and 8 more dates

Berkeley Street Theatre, 26 Berkeley St, Toronto, ON, M5A 2W3

CAD 35 to 115 Accessible

Old history. New rules. They haven’t seen each other since the 1980s. Now two accomplished architects are reunited in a glass-walled Toronto office tower on the eve of a high-stakes competition. Both intend to keep things strictly professional. That proves harder than expected.

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Cultural · Live Performances · Music

Music Toronto - What Makes It Great with Rob Kapilow and Meagan Milatz

Sun, Jan 17 · 4 p.m.

Jane Mallett Theatre, St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, 27 Front St E, Toronto, ON, M5E 1B4

CAD 40 to 70 Accessible

Master communicator Rob Kapilow and brilliant Canadian pianist Meagan Milatz explore Beethoven’s electrifying Appassionata Sonata, revealing how the composer transforms simple musical ideas through bold and imaginative variations.

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Arts & Exhibits · Artisan · Tour

Michael Massie | now and then Curatorial Tour with Alysa Procida

Wed, Jan 20 · 4 p.m.

Onsite Gallery, 199 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON, M5V 0H4

Free Accessible

Discover the ideas behind this exhibit in a special curator-led tour with exhibition guest curator Alysa Procida. Through an engaging, in-depth discussion, Alysa will explore the exhibition’s curatorial vision and the creative evolution of Michael Massie’s remarkable practice.

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Live Performances · Music

The Robert W. and G. Ann Corcoran Concerto Competition Finals

Wed, Jan 20 · 7 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

Free Accessible

Students of The Glenn Gould School compete for the opportunity to perform a concerto with the Royal Conservatory Orchestra during the 2027 - 28 concert season.

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Cultural · Live Performances · Music

Strings Plus! The Lady with the Hammer

Fri, Jan 22 · 7:30 p.m.

Trinity- St. Paul's Centre, 427 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, M5S 1X7

CAD 54.76 Accessible

Open the new year with two remarkable soloists and a program built around the drama and drive of timpani.

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Live Performances · Music

Rachel Fenlon, soprano and piano

Sat, Jan 23 · 7 p.m.

Mazzoleni Concert Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 21 to 50 Accessible

Canadian classical singer and pianist Rachel Fenlon presents deeply personal interpretations of song, performing simultaneously as vocalist and pianist in an intimate presentation.

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Live Performances · Music

Bouchara: The Light of Other Worlds

Sat, Jan 23 · 9 p.m.

Temerty Theatre, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1W2

CAD 21 Accessible

Brian Current leads Glenn Gould School students in bold contemporary music that opens imagined worlds. Enjoy pieces from Claude Vivier’s Bouchara to works by Hannah Kendall and Francis Battah.

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Live Performances · Music

Sir Stephen Hough, piano

Sun, Jan 24 · 3 p.m.

Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, M5S 1W2

CAD 65 to 120 Accessible

One of the most distinctive artists of his generation, Sir Stephen Hough performs works by Schubert, Brahms and Beethoven, along with his own arrangement of the suite from Mary Poppins.

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Live Performances · Music

New Music Concerts: Blackout In Vain

Sun, Jan 24 · 7 p.m.

Temerty Theatre, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON, M5S 1W2

CAD 21 to 40 Accessible

For 55 years, New Music Concerts has been one of Canada’s leading forces in contemporary music. Widely hailed as the first masterpiece of the 21st century, Georg Friedrich Haas’s in vain is one of the most admired works of our time.

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