A Kind Of Order: Free exhibition at Union Station that brings together four acclaimed contemporary artists whose practices explore movement, migration, and transformation. Details here. 65 Front St W. Until Aug 31.
Big Fam Jam: a weekly open jam designed to bring together musicians of all backgrounds and skill levels to celebrate the joy of making music. Whether you're an instrumentalist, vocalist, or just a lover of live music, this welcoming space invites everyone to join in. Details Here. 458 Queen St West. Every Tuesday.
Canadian Opera Company Free Concert Series: Artists from around the world share their talent and passion in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre. Details here. 145 Queen St W. Ongoing dates.
DanceWeekend’26: Ticketed dance event celebrating three decades of performances with a dynamic lineup. Details here. 231 Queens Quay W. Apr 25.
Gather Round Singers: Radically inclusive community choir that is free to join and open to singers of all experience levels and ages with no registration required. Email [email protected]. 132 Fort York Blvd. Thursdays 6-8.
Glad Day Bookshop: World’s oldest, sustainable, community-led queer and trans bookstore supporting authors, organizing events and creating space for possibility. Details here. 32 Lisgar.
Little Portugal Free Public Art Tour: Presented by Open Air Museum & Little Portugal Toronto BIA. Details here. Along Dundas West from Shaw to Lansdowne.
Music Compass: A self-guided experience that connects you to Toronto’s local music culture in participating neighbourhoods. Details here.
Onsite Gallery: OCAD University’s flagship space, showcases contemporary, Indigenous, and public art, fostering dialogue on urgent issues through creative and curatorial practice. Free admission. Details here. 199 Richmond St W.
Petal & Stone: A Mural in Full Bloom: Rebecca Munce’s large-scale mural can now be viewed along the concrete wall below the Gardiner facing Liberty Village.
Power Plant: Explore this contemporary gallery and all it offers. Details here. 231 Queens Quay W.
Rebirth: The Quiet Becoming: A bold new outdoor installation on the Gardiner Expressway beside Fort York Visitor Centre. Details here. 250 Fort York Blvd. Until Jul 1.
Rock Harder: The Breaking Draft: Free showcase highlighting Canada’s top and emerging break dancers in an electrifying performance. Details here. 235 Queens Quay W. Mar 21.
Spring 2026 OCAD Artist Alley: A wide variety of artist-made posters, prints, zines, stickers, greeting cards, ceramics, fashion, jewelry, and more from local creators. 100 McCaul St. Apr 25.
Soulpepper Theatre: Amazing productions and affordable pricing plus free community programming like Improv and Dance for Non-dancers classes! 50 Tank House Lane. Details here.
Theatre Passe Muraille: Productions have three pay-what-you-can-afford price points for a wide range of audiences. Details here.16 Ryerson Ave.
Unionnale Presents Aura: Displayed in the south corridor of the Union Market, this art by Jason Zante displays ephemeral moments of the seasons are captured through arrangements of lush blooms. Details here. 65 Front St W. Until May 2027.
Virtual Art Tour in West Don Lands: Explore the many pieces of public art in this neighbourhood. Click here.
Community
All Things David Crombie: SLNA presents this free meet-and-greet with David Crombie as a keynote speaker. Details here. Novotel Toronto, 45 The Esplanade. Apr 29.
Bathurst Quay Improv: This group comes together to play improv games, build community, and share laughter in the Bathurst Quay neighbourhood. No experience necessary. Email [email protected].
CityPlace Kids Stuff: Come browse the gently used items at the 3rd annual event that runs from 11 am to 2 pm. Canoe Landing Community Centre, 45 Fort York Blvd. Apr 18.
Flavours of the Game: Watch the game, taste the world. A free, community-driven series of watch parties in the parking lot hosted by the Alexandra Park Neighbourhood Learning Centre in partnership with Scadding Court Community Centre. Details here. 707 Dundas St W. Jun 11-Jul 19.
TDSB Learn4Life: A wide range of engaging and affordable courses for adults 18+, including language classes, arts, fitness, technology, professional development, and general interest programs! Details here. Registration open now.
Toronto Public Library Online Events: Join an array of free online programs and events offered by our public libraries. Details here.
tpl:map: Book your free pass with your adult library card for free admission to many of Toronto's cultural attractions. Details here.
Earth Day
Community Cleanups: Meet your neighbours, community, and some of your local elected representatives, all while helping to make our community cleaner at the same time!
Berczy Park Cleanup: Sat Apr 25, 10 am, under the Flatiron building
Canary District Cleanup: Sat Apr 25, 10 am, Northeast corner Front St E and Tannery
Waterfront Community Cleanup: Wed Apr 22, 10 am - 2 pm, Love Park, 96 Queens Quay W
Community Compost Days: Pick up your free compost. Bring your own container, shovel and gloves. Details here. May 4-11.
Community Environment Day in David Crombie Park: Safely dispose electronic and hazardous waste, donate usable items, pick up FREE leaf compost and seeds, participate in FREE workshops and activities. 131 The Esplanade. Apr 19 10-2.
Earth Day Globe Walk: Walk and dance 25 kilometres through the streets of Toronto in a vibrant, art-filled sidewalk parade. Details here. Apr 18.
EcoFair Toronto: Over 100 green businesses and non-profits who care about our planet, and enjoy fun, family-friendly eco-activities and good food. Evergreen Brickworks, 550 Bayview Ave. Apr 26.
Future of Recycling: Join MPP Chris Glover and MPP Peter Tabuns for this important discussion on the state of the recycling program in Ontario. Register here. Via Zoom. Apr 17.
Waterfront Town Hall: Join Chris Glover (MPP for Spadina—Fort York), Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik (Ward 10 City Councillor), and other Toronto MPPs and City Councillors for an important conversation about what the Ontario government proposal to allow jets to operate out of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport could mean for our community. Register here. East Bayfront Community Centre. Apr 28.
Festivals
Alumnae Theatre’s FireWorks Festival: champions women writers with the premieres of three wonderful full-length plays. This curated three-week festival is an incubator for new works and emerging artists, showcasing provocative writing and inventive staging. Details Here. 70 Berkley St. Apr 22–May 10.
Hot Docs Festival: Showcasing and supporting the work of Canadian and international documentary filmmakers and promoting excellence in documentary production. Details here. Apr 23-May 3.
Next Wave Film Festival: For the next generation of movie lovers: selections curated by the youth-driven TIFF Next Wave Committee. Free under 25. Details here. . Apr 16–19, 350 King St W.
NXNE: A multi-day music and arts festival showcasing top emerging Canadian and international artists across venues throughout the city. Details Here. Jun 10-14.
Fitness
Champs Sports Run Club: Epic event fueled by movement and community - powered by Nike. Guided 5K run along the waterfront district, led by standout runners from the Toronto community. Free. Details and registration here. April 25, 627 Queens Quay W.
Forró Dance: A great way to improve on musicality, engage with community and make new friends! Weekly classes every Friday. Details here. 115 The Esplanade.
Strength and Core Workshops: Jamii presents these sessions for all ages on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Register here. 264 The Esplanade.
Toronto Island Holistic Yoga & Nutrition Retreat: This retreat is a short ferry ride from downtown Toronto, providing easy access to an all-day event in the calm and serene community of Toronto Island. Details here. Multiple dates.
Food/Markets
Community Food Market: Fresh ingredients from our gardens. Thursday from 4-7 pm at Scadding Court Community Centre. 707 Dundas St W. Apr 9-Aug 13.
FoodFit for Newcomers: Free 10-week program that promotes social connection, healthy eating and physical activity. Sessions in Arabic and Spanish. Call 416-392-0335 or email [email protected]. Tuesdays. Alexandra Park Neighbourhood Learning Centre, 707 Dundas St W. Starts Apr 21.
Jamii Thrift Market: The market brings together clothing, accessories, home items, and other like-new treasures to raise funds for free arts programs. Details here. 264 The Esplanade. Apr 18-19.
Market 707: Housed in retrofitted shipping containers, Market 707 offers a unique street food and retail experience. This vibrant community space brings together local entrepreneurs serving delicious international street food and unique goods and services to create an urban food and shopping experience unlike any other. 707 Dundas St W. Click here for more information.
Microgreens/Lettuce Sale: Did you know that Scadding Court sells $1 lettuce and microgreens every Tuesday at noon? 707 Dundas St W.
Plus Size Spring Market: brings together plus size vintage and secondhand clothing sellers, small brands and designers, artists, makers, and craftspeople for a busy day of body positive joy and celebration, open to all. Free. Details here. April 19. 58 Cecil Street.
Scadding Court Market: Affordable fruits and vegetables from local vendors Thursdays 4-7 pm. 707 Dundas St W. Apr 9-Aug 20.
St. Lawrence Market: The beloved Saturday Farmers’ Market has moved to the brand-new North building. Shop farm-fresh goods, support local vendors, and experience the market’s historic charm in a stunning new space. Details here. 92-95 Front St E.
Sunday Variety Market: A weekly variety market featuring vintage and antique items, handmade goods, art, decor, furniture, clothing, and snacks in Toronto’s historic cultural hub. Details here. 125 The Esplanade. Sundays.
T.O. Food & Drink Fest: Three days of incredible food, drink, culinary demos, shopping, music and more! Details here. Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St W. Apr 17-19.
Toronto Artisan Market: From original art to handmade jewelry, organic skincare, ceramics, artisan baked goods and more. Details here. Sundays in Trinity Bellwoods Park.
Toronto Sunday Market: Alumni of Scadding Court’s entrepreneurship programs will be showcasing their products at The Parkdale Hall on Sundays 11-4. Details here. 1605 Queen St W. Until Jun 7.
Waterworks Food Hall: The wait is over! From artisanal creations to familiar favourites, savour a world of freshly prepared authentic cuisines and drinks under one roof. Details here. 50 Brant St.
Indigenous
Awakenings: A virtual series of art projects by Black, Indigenous and artists of colour. Details here.
Call to Action Reading Group: Organized by Theatre Passe Muraille, this group meets online every 2 weeks to read aloud selections from the Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls in addition to other works by Indigenous writers, journalists, artists, and activists. Details here.
Celebrating Indigenous Feminist Poets: Virtual 4th annual National Poetry Month reading organized by the Feminist Caucus of the League of Canadian Poets. Details here. Apr 18.
Centre for Indigenous Theatre Volunteering: Gain knowledge in both Indigenous culture and performing arts while working with industry professionals. For information, email [email protected].
Indigenous Medicine Wheel Garden Program: Join this free program every Wednesday and Friday, 1-3 pm. Call 416-392-1509 ext. 327 or email [email protected]. Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre, 627 Queens Quay W.
Kids/Family
Celebrate Spring at Queen's Park: Say goodbye to winter and hello to the new season at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario’s Spring Celebration – a free, fun-filled day out for the whole family. Details here. Apr 25.
City of Toronto Spring Recreation: Registration for spring activities is open now. Details here.
Colourful Parachutes: Exhibition exploring youth perspectives on the future, nature, and climate through art and play. Details here. 231 Queens Quay W. Apr 25 – Sep 7.
Family Favourites Movie Program: Enjoy discounted family-friendly movies every Saturday for only $3.99+tax a ticket! Details here. Various times and locations.
KidSpark: Explore, play and learn in an interactive space designed just for kids! Details here. Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W.
Light & Shadow: Shadowland Theatre has launched a video game on Steam and itch.io. Created in collaboration with Flawed Designs, Light & Shadow is free, platformer game in a shadow puppetry style, designed for young people who may be vulnerable to anxiety and depression.
Parent Resources Program: Weekly indoor drop-in playgroup for children and parents. Details here. Thursdays & Fridays. 173A Front St E.
Power Kids: The Power Plant presents free creative workshops in the gallery on select Sundays for children and their parents and guardians. Details here. 231 Queens Quay W.
Summer CampTO: Programs for children and youth 4-16 will begin Mon, Jun 29 and run until Fri, Sep 4. Details here.
University Settlement Kids' Programs: A variety of programs including Afterschool and PA day camps. Details here.
WeeFestival: International performing arts festival for young children and families featuring diverse productions from leading artists. Details here. Various locations. May 1–17.
Museums/Galleries
Art Gallery of Ontario Free Wednesday Nights: Free admission to the collection galleries every Wednesday from 6-9 pm. Details here. 317 Dundas St W.
Free Admission to 10 Museums: Toronto will permanently provide free general admission to 10 history museums across the city, including Fort York National Historic Site, Gibson House Museum, Market Gallery, Spadina Museum and more. Details here.
Gardiner Museum Clay Programs: Visitors of all ages are invited to experiment with clay at various workshops. Details here. 111 Queen's Park.
iArts Museum Illusions Arts Science: An immersive exhibit with 18 installations of optical illusions and 3D art inviting visitors to this interactive experience. Details here.580 King St W, 2nd Floor.
On the Rails: Toronto Railway Museum presents a new digital exhibit that explores the unique and everyday challenges of Toronto’s past and current railway workers. Details here.
Royal Ontario Museum Free Tuesday Nights: Enjoy free admission for everyone on the third Tuesday Night (4:30-8:30 pm) of each month. Details here.
Textile Museum Workshops: Affordable workshops exploring a variety of textile-related activities such as beading, crocheting, embroidery, looping, mask-making, etc. Details here. 55 Centre Ave.
The 52-Stories of Women Who Transformed Toronto: Exhibit that shines a spotlight on the change-makers, agitators, and revolutionaries within Toronto’s 52%. Details here. Museum of Toronto, 401 Richmond St W. Until May.
Toronto Railway Museum Tuesday Zoom Talks: Every second Tuesday listen to speakers on various talks about Toronto's railway. Details here.
Seniors
Belonging Workshops for Older Adults: Jamii presents these weekly programs including Movement, Watercolour Painting, Sewing, and Stretching workshops. Register here. 264 The Esplanade.
Seniors Programs at Waterfront Centre: Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre is holding daily in-person programs, including computer basics, baking and afternoon tea! To register, call 416-392-1509 ext. 327 or email [email protected].
Seniors Programs at St. Lawrence Centre: St. Lawrence Community Centre is running an array of seniors' group activities. Contact Ilse, Seniors Group Leader 416-392-1347. 230 The Esplanade.
Seniors Programs at University Settlement: A range of free counselling, programs and services specifically designed for older adults 55+. Details here. Email [email protected].
Tours/Walks
Chinatown Mural Lane: Explore these beautiful murals depicting scenes from the four greatest Chinese novels. Details here. Oxford St.
Jane's Walk: Celebrates the power of volunteer-led storytelling, bringing people together to explore, share, and reimagine the city’s spaces. Walks in Trillium Park, St. Lawrence Market, King-Spadina, and more! Details here. May 1-3.
Mini Art Crawl on Toronto Island: Explore local artists’ works displayed in elevated miniature display cases as you stroll along the island’s cozy streets. View the map here.
Queen's Park Tours: Discover the historic Legislative Building and surrounding grounds with a variety of tours. Details here. 111 Wellesley St W.
Spring Bird Migration Nature Tour: Experience the magic of migration right in the heart of the city! See and hear beautiful migratory birds that only pass through for a short time each spring. Details here. St. James Park. Apr 28.
St. Lawrence Market Tours: This unique 90-minute tour includes a guided walk with Bruce Bell through Toronto's famed market. Call 647-393-8687. Details here.
Tasty Tours: Explore Kensington Market, Downtown Toronto and other areas of the city via Tasty Tours food tours.
Toronto Downtown West BIA ArtWalk: Showcasing over 70 art installations in the district, ArtWalk provides an interactive map of themed routes that can be enjoyed online or as a self-guided walking tour.
Walk Liberty: Enjoy this interactive portal inviting you to explore the rich history, public spaces, and dynamic and eclectic businesses of Liberty Village.
Workshops
Afro-Cuban Dance Workshop: Free event combining Afro-Caribbean dance, song and spirituality with presentations from Cuba and Trinidad and Tobago. Waterfront NC, 627 Queens Quay W. Mar 29.
Events by The Bentway: A variety of free workshops for everyone! Details here. 250 Fort York Blvd.
Free School Workshops: Soulpepper Theatre presents a new series of workshops and talks hosted by experts and non-experts alike and embracing experience-based and self-taught knowledge. Details here.
JAMII Hub Workshops: A variety of free workshops including dancing, singing, creative writing, sewing, etc. All events take place at 7 pm. Details here. 264 The Esplanade.
Textile Museum Workshops: Affordable workshops exploring a variety of textile-related activities such as beading, crocheting, embroidery, looping, mask-making, etc. Details here. 55 Centre Ave.
University Settlement Free Workshops: Tai Chi & Yoga, Citizenship Test Classes, Mental Health and more! Details here.
