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Free Fun Things to Do in Toronto and GTA in March 2026

A list of free and cheap events in Toronto and GTA during March, including fun family activities, festivals, live music, adult events and more!

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14 Mar

The A-LIST Studio by TRESemmé

CF Toronto Eaton Centre, 220 Yonge St, Toronto

March 14, 2026 To March 15, 2026

5146214027

Free

Step backstage and go from everyday to red-carpet ready with the A-LIST Collection by TRESemmé. Indulge in luxurious hair with six prestige-inspired styling products delivering signature fragrance ...  »

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22 Nov

Winter Magic at Celebration Square

Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga

November 22, 2025 To March 15, 2026

Free

There’s magic in the air at Celebration Square! With spectacular art installations, twinkling lights, and skating on the City’s largest outdoor ice rink, there are ...  »

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28 Nov

Skate by the Lake

Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto

November 28, 2025 To March 1, 2026

(416) 973-4000

Free

Is there anything more magical than gliding across the ice under the open winter sky by the waterfront? Our beloved community skating rink returns, bigger, brighter, and ...  »

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29 Nov

Nathan Phillips Square Ice Skating

Nathan Phillips Square, Queen Street West, Toronto

November 29, 2025 To March 16, 2026

Free

In the winter the water fountain in front of Toronto City Hall turns into an outdoor Ice Rink. Take in the downtown sites while pleasure skating.  »

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22 Dec

Richmond Green Skate Trail

1300 Elgin Mills Road East, Richmond Hill

December 22, 2025 To March 15, 2026

905-771-5490

Free

Glide through the trees at our 250 metre looped skate trail with lights for evening skating.  »

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30 Dec

Winter at Haliburton Sculpture Forest

Haliburton Sculpture Forest, 297 College Drive, Haliburton

December 30, 2025 To March 31, 2026

Free or by donation

This winter discover the magic of Haliburton Sculpture Forest – a unique outdoor collection of sculptures by Canadian and international artists located in the Haliburton Highlands, only 2.5hrs ...  »

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01 Jan

Toronto History Museums Free Admission

Various, City of Toronto History Museums

January 1, 2026 To December 31, 2026

Free

General admission to all 10 Toronto History Museums is permanently free to provide everyone with an opportunity to fully participate in cultural heritage and spaces. This is one ...  »

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01 Jan

Bushwick Blues

Ace Hotel Toronto, 51 Camden Street, Toronto

January 1, 2026 To March 5, 2026

Free

Ami 8, a regular on the Brooklyn and Manhattan DJ circuit, channels the classic soulful NYC vibes with Bushwick Blues, an ode to the vibrant musically bustling neighbourhood ...  »

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06 Jan

Free Concert Series – Canadian Opera Company

Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre, 145 Queen St W, Toronto

January 6, 2026 To May 20, 2026

Free

The Free Concert Series in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre, presented by TD Bank Group, brings artists from around the world to share their talent and passion in ...  »

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01 Feb

Building Black AMORPHIA: Spiritual Starships

Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto

February 1, 2026 To August 31, 2026

(416) 973-4000

Free

The latest series from Ghanaian-Canadian multidisciplinary artist and LEGO® sculptor, Ekow Nimako. The 16 new artworks in this series thread together elements of West African mask-making traditions, science ...  »

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12 Feb

Toronto Union Presents A Kind Of Order

Union Station, 65 Front Street West, Toronto

February 12, 2026 To May 15, 2026

Free

Toronto Union continues its commitment to ambitious, accessible public art with A Kind of Order, a new multi-site exhibition sponsored by TD Bank Group (TD) and presented ...  »

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13 Feb

Illuminite

Various Locations, Downtown Yonge  

February 13, 2026 To March 8, 2026

Free

Get ready to rediscover wonder, joy, and imagination with the return of ILLUMINITE: Downtown Yonge’s annual winter celebration of light, art, and public space. Now in ...  »

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16 Feb

Lumière: The Art of Light at Ontario Place

Trillium Park, 955 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto

February 16, 2026 To March 27, 2026

Free

This free light exhibition allows visitors to explore the park and experience art developed by Ontario artists. Explore unique installations, from vibrant neon colours to interactive light ...  »

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16 Feb

Winter Stations

Woodbine Beach, 1675 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto

February 16, 2026 To March 30, 2026

Free

Launched by RAW Design, Ferris + Associates and Curio in 2015, the competition captures the imagination of local and international designers, inviting them to transform the lifeguard stations along ...  »

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21 Feb

2026 Lunar Lanterns

Varley Art Gallery of Markham, 216 Main St, Unionville

February 21, 2026 To March 20, 2026

Free

Lighting up the new year with six new stories, the Lunar Lanterns will be shining bright in the Varley Art Gallery courtyard starting Feb 21. Featuring local artists ...  »

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25 Feb

Hangama Amiri: PARTING/فراق

Justina M. Barnicke Gallery, 7 Hart House Circle, Toronto

February 25, 2026 To April 11, 2026

Free

This exhibition brings together recent works and related sketches by Hangama Amiri in her first major solo exhibition in Toronto. Amiri creates intricately layered textile compositions that ...  »

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26 Feb

Gareth Long

Susan Hobbs Gallery, 137 Tecumseth Street, Toronto

February 26, 2026 To April 11, 2026

416.504.3699

Free

Divided into three seemingly disparate but thematically related vignettes, the works in this exhibition veer through these three research paths of interest: an aphorism by Franz Kafka, ...  »

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01 Mar

Toronto Pops Orchestra – Love of the Season

Hart House Great Hall, 7 Hart House Circle, Toronto

March 1, 2026

Free or pay-what-you-wish ($20 recommended)

Toronto Pops Orchestra presents their first full concert, Love of the Season, at the glorious Hart House Great Hall. There will be pop hits, Broadway classics, and ...  »

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02 Mar

Entrepreneurship Week 2026

Various Venues,  U of T, Toronto

March 2, 2026 To March 6, 2026

Free

Discover innovation at the bleeding edge during the University of Toronto Entrepreneurship Week, happening March 2–6! Join U of T’s entrepreneurial community for 15+ events that celebrate and ...  »

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02 Mar

OLLY Brings “Shower Signals” Pop-Up

Union Station, 65 Front St. West in Toronto

March 2, 2026 To March 4, 2026

Free

With nearly one-third of commuters reporting elevated stress levels during their daily travel, OLLY is bringing a surprising moment of calm directly to Toronto’s busiest transit ...  »

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05 Mar

Peel Region/GTA North Career Fair

Pearson Convention Center, 2638 Steeles Ave E, Brampton

March 5, 2026

Free

Attention Opportunity Seekers! Career Fair Canada is back and better than ever, helping you advance your career in the right direction! Get in front of hiring managers, ...  »

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06 Mar

Community Skate March 2026

Coca-Cola Coliseum, 19 Nunavut Road, Toronto

March 6, 2026

Free

Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik invites the community to a special night of free leisure skating. This is your opportunity to experience the rink in a truly memorable ...  »

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07 Mar

Celebrate Toronto – 192nd Anniversary (Fireworks)

Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St West, Toronto

March 7, 2026

416-902-3973

Free

Celebrate the city we love as Celebrate Toronto takes over Nathan Phillips Square for Toronto’s 192nd birthday with an unforgettable festival in the heart of downtown. ...  »

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07 Mar

Geary Art Crawl

Geary Street between Ossington and west of Dufferin, Toronto

March 7, 2026 To March 8, 2026

Free

A two day, rain or shine celebration of art and culture on Geary Avenue from Ossington to west of Dufferin. Watch the neighbourhood come alive with music, ...  »

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07 Mar

Seedy Saturday 2026

Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Avenue, Toronto

March 7, 2026

Free

Seedy Weekend is a community event for everyone. Whether you’re a gardening newbie, a seasoned farmer, interested in sustainable local foods and pollinator gardens or simply ...  »

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07 Mar

Annual International Women’s Day March Toronto

OISE/University of Toronto, 252 Bloor St. W., Toronto

March 7, 2026

Free

The annual rally and march highlight both local and global issues impacting women, non-binary, and gender-diverse people, including the gendered impact of the privatization of health care, ...  »

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07 Mar

Eid Bazaar 2026 Mississauga

Ikon Event Space, 6887 Dixie Rd, Mississauga

March 7, 2026 To March 19, 2026

416 825 9275

Free

Sunshine Radio proudly presents the 20th Annual Eid Bazaar 2026   🎊 Why You Can’t Miss This: – 🛍️ Over 180 booths featuring Pakistani & Indian designer wear – 🎁 Thousands of giveaways ...  »

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07 Mar

Come Play Werewolf!

The Well Marketplace, 486 Front St. W, Toronto

March 7, 2026

PWYC

Calling all game enthusiasts in Toronto! Join Werewolf Toronto for a chill evening where we will be playing the social deduction game Werewolf. Whether you\’re a ...  »

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07 Mar

UK University Fair 2026 – Toronto

Hyatt Regency, 370 King St W, Toronto

March 7, 2026

Free

Gain direct access to 40+ of the UK’s top institutions, known worldwide for academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and employability. This exclusive UK University Fair gives you direct ...  »

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11 Mar

Revlon, $10 Shoe Sale & Clothing Clearance

The International Centre, 6900 Airport Rd., Mississauga

March 11, 2026 To March 16, 2026

Free

2 WAREHOUSE SALES IN 1 — $10 Clothing & Shoe Pop-Up Warehouse Sale, Revlon Warehouse Sale by SaleEvent. $10 Pop-Up Warehouse Sale Enjoy a stunning selection of footwear and apparel items all ...  »

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12 Mar

Between Breaths, Between Places

Remote Gallery, 568 Richmond St W, Toronto

March 12, 2026 To March 15, 2026

Free admission

Presented by Akin, curated by Renato Baldin. Between one breath and the next, the world shifts. Perception softens, memory interrupts, and the body recalibrates itself in time. ...  »

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12 Mar

Endy & Hush Warehouse Sale

Queen Elizabeth Building, 190 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto

March 12, 2026 To March 15, 2026

Free

Endy is celebrating its 11th birthday with its first-ever Warehouse Sale in Toronto. From March 12–15 at Exhibition Place, shoppers can score up to 60% off select Endy mattresses, ...  »

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12 Mar

Cultural Celebrations and Local Artisan Market

Hillcrest Mall Centre Court, 9350 Yonge St, Richmond Hill

March 12, 2026 To March 19, 2026

Free

Spring has sprung at Hillcrest Mall, bringing a vibrant lineup of cultural celebrations, seasonal installations and family-friendly programming designed to bring the community together. From a beautiful ...  »

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13 Mar

Japanese Cultural Pop-Up at Welcome Market

The Welcome Market, 938 Queen St W, Toronto

March 13, 2026 To March 22, 2026

Free

Toronto is getting an immersive taste of Japan through a curated cultural marketplace, inspired by Japan’s iconic cherry blossoms! For a limited time, Next Stop Japan, ...  »

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14 Mar

March Break at the Colborne Lodge

 Colborne Lodge Coach House, 11 Colborne Lodge Drive

March 14, 2026 To March 22, 2026

Free

Gather for a family-friendly March Break extravaganza at Colborne Lodge. Enjoy a drop-in craft, join a daily Indigenous-led tour of High Park at 1 pm, or take part ...  »

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14 Mar

March Break at Todmorden Mills

Todmorden Mills Heritage Site, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto

March 14, 2026 To March 22, 2026

Free

Gather at Todmorden Mills to explore the Don Valley through guided walks and hands‑on craft workshops inspired by the historic paper mill and surrounding natural landscape. ...  »

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14 Mar

March Break at Scarborough Museum

Scarborough Museum, 1007 Brimley Road, Toronto

March 14, 2026 To March 22, 2026

Free

Gather at Scarborough Museum for a fun-filled celebration of creativity and storytelling! Enjoy a warm drink and a snack prepared on the museum’s historic stove and ...  »

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14 Mar

Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival

Purple Woods Conservation Area, Coates Road East, Oshawa

March 14, 2026 To March 29, 2026

9055790411

$8

Come out and experience a Canadian spring in our sugarbush! Sap collected from hundreds of sugar maple trees is boiled on site into delicious maple syrup. On ...  »

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14 Mar

March Break Fun at Fort York

Fort York National Historic Site, 250 Fort York Blvd., Toronto

March 14, 2026 To March 22, 2026

Free

Enjoy a free, full day of discovery at Fort York. Catch a flintlock musket demonstration and join a discussion about how weapon technology shaped past conflicts. Hourly ...  »

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14 Mar

March Break at Gibson House Museum

Gibson House Museum, 5172 Yonge Street, Toronto, Canada

March 14, 2026 To March 22, 2026

Free

Gather at the museum to take a break from modern technology and spend quality time with friends and family. Enjoy a fun, family-friendly hands on baking workshop ...  »

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14 Mar

March Break Family Fun Program

Legislative Assembly of Ontario, 111 Wellesley Street West, Toronto

March 14, 2026 To March 21, 2026

416-325-7500

Free

This two hour interactive, fun program is designed for families with kids ages 6 to 12, to experience and learn about Ontario’s Parliament. Explore the historic Legislative Building, ...  »

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14 Mar

March Break at Montgomery’s Inn

Montgomery's Inn, Dundas Street West, Etobicoke

March 14, 2026 To March 22, 2026

Free

Step into the culinary past and craft a community cookbook that blends your favourite family or found recipes with historic dishes. Explore the historic house and discover ...  »

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14 Mar

Sugar Shack TO presented by Redpath – 2026

Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W., Toronto

March 14, 2026 To March 15, 2026

Free

The Shack is back! Sugar Shack TO returns March 14-15 for more March Break Maple Madness. Toronto’s urban cabane à sucre experience is coming to Harbourfront Centre ...  »

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14 Mar

March Break at Mackenzie House!

Mackenzie House, 82 Bond St., Toronto

March 14, 2026 To March 22, 2026

Free

Print a customized postcard on the historic press, then explore hands-on activities in the gallery. Decorate a model paper house and discover surprise objects in the mystery ...  »

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14 Mar

March Break at Spadina Museum

Spadina Museum , 285 Spadina Rd, Toronto

March 14, 2026 To March 22, 2026

(416) 392-6910

FREE

Downsizing and have extra teacups? Pass them on to a new home. Looking for the perfect teacup—or just ready for a change? Bring one to trade ...  »

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14 Mar

FREE Hot Chocolate Pop-Up

Evergreen Brickworks Farmers Market, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto

March 14, 2026

FREE

Milk Masters on the Moove, brought to you by Dairy Farmers of Ontario, is coming to life on Saturday, March 14, to celebrate the launch of the new ...  »

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14 Mar

Avril Lavigne VIDEO Tribute Night

Cat's Cradle Sports and Spirits, 1245 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto

March 14, 2026

4166542234

Free

It’s all about Avril Lavigne, for 3 straight hours. VIDEO tribute on 8 big screens with BIG sound. Join us for 3 hours of fun, with other Avril fans. ...  »

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14 Mar

Toronto Career Fair and Training Expo

Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St W, Toronto

March 14, 2026

Free

Attention Opportunity Seekers! Career Fair Canada is back and better than ever, helping you advance your career in the right direction! Get in front of hiring managers, ...  »

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15 Mar

St Patrick’s Day Parade Toronto

Bloor St W & St George St to  Yonge-Dundas Square,Toronto

March 15, 2026

Free

Join us for the biggest St Patrick’s Day parade to hit the streets of Toronto. It is an amazing afternoon filled with music, dance, floats and ...  »

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16 Mar

Family Forest Fun

Downsview Park, 70 Canuck Ave, North York

March 16, 2026

Free

Downsview Park is filled with so many exciting spaces to explore. Join us for a guided late winter walk through the Urban Forest from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM, ...  »

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16 Mar

Bridlewood Mall March Break

Bridlewood Mall, 2900 Warden Ave, Scarborough

March 16, 2026 To March 20, 2026

4164971550

Free

Get ready for a week packed with non-stop excitement featuring the electrifying K-Pop Demon Hunters Tribute (this show is going to be Golden!), the paw-some stunts of ...  »

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17 Mar

Spring Equinox

STACKT market , 28 Bathurst St., Toronto

March 17, 2026 To March 22, 2026

‭+1 (519) 317-5232‬

Free

Celebrate the official start of spring with Spring Equinox, a week-long festival at STACKT market taking place over March Break. Rooted in themes of renewal, balance, and ...  »

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19 Mar

PRESERVATION

The Theatre Centre, 1115 Queen St. W, Toronto

March 19, 2026 To May 17, 2026

FREE

Volcano presents Preservation, an exhibition of new multidisciplinary artworks by four internationally-acclaimed Palestinian artists: dancer and choreographer Marah Haj; filmmaker Moaz Hosni; installation and multidisciplinary artist Shahd ...  »

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19 Mar

Sounds Of STMS

Ace Hotel Toronto, 51 Camden Street, 14th Floor, Toronto

March 19, 2026 To March 28, 2026

Free

“Sound of Stms” invites a different guest DJ each week alongside organizer Tdesu —for a free evening of soulful sonics at Ace Hotel Toronto every Saturday ranging ...  »

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19 Mar

Remix In The Lobby

Ace Hotel Toronto, 51 Camden St, Toronto

March 19, 2026 To March 26, 2026

Free

We’re partnering with The Remix Project to spotlight the next wave of music talent coming out of their community. Each month, graduates and alumni from Remix ...  »

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20 Mar

Annual Canadian National Blind Hockey Tournament

Mattamy Athletic Centre, 50 Carlton St, Toronto

March 20, 2026 To March 22, 2026

416-526-8114

FREE

We invite the entire Canadian and world-wide Blind Hockey community to come celebrate the 11th anniversary of the biggest Blind Hockey event on the planet. The 12th ...  »

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20 Mar

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man – Pub Pop-Up

Man of Kent, 202 Ossington Ave, Toronto

March 20, 2026 To March 22, 2026

$0

Step inside the world of Peaky Blinders with a visit to The Garrison, an immersive pub pop-up inspired by Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, at Man of ...  »

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20 Mar

Through the Eyes of an Immigrant

Remote Gallery, 568B Richmond St W, Toronto

March 20, 2026 To March 21, 2026

Free

On our first anniversary, Eternal Happiness is thrilled to present photography exhibition titled ‘Through the Eyes of an Immigrant’. This exhibition explores how migration reshapes perception of ...  »

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24 Mar

Lobby Knights Chess

Ace Hotel, 51 Camden Street, Toronto

March 24, 2026

Free

Join us for Lobby Knights in partnership with Knightcap — Whether you’re a seasoned strategist or learning the ropes, everyone is welcome to join the game. Expect ...  »

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25 Mar

Hire Canada Job Fair & Training Expo

Holiday Inn Toronto Airport East, 600 Dixon Rd, Toronto

March 25, 2026

416.907.8604

Free

Mark your calendars! On Wednesday, March 25th, 2026, head to the Holiday Inn Toronto Airport East for a dynamic Job Fair and Training Expo. Connect with potential employers, ...  »

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27 Mar

Coors Light x Raptors Chill Vault Post-Game Party

Hot Stove, 40 Bay St., Toronto

March 27, 2026

Free

Coors Light and the Toronto Raptors are bringing the energy off the court with an exclusive post-game celebration following the Raptors vs. New Orleans Pelicans matchup. After ...  »

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28 Mar

Mayor West’s Maple Syrup Festival

Richmond Green Sports Complex, 1300 Elgin Mills West, Richmond Hill

March 28, 2026

Free

Join us for this family friendly event to celebrate a Canadian specialty-MAPLE SYRUP! Pancake Breakfast Free Contests Education and Entertainment and more! Who is it for? All ...  »

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28 Mar

The Grand Hunt – 5th Annual

The Grand Order of Divine Sweets, 1162 Queen St W, Toronto

March 28, 2026

Free

Attention all treasure hunters – The 5th Annual Grand Hunt has been announced! The city’s most epic Easter treasure hunt, known for its $1000 cash-filled Grand Prize Chocolate ...  »

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28 Mar

Parkdale Day!

Parkdale, Queen West, Toronto

March 28, 2026

Free

Join Us for Parkdale Day! Get ready for a fun-filled day at Parkdale Day! Bring your friends and family to enjoy awesome activities, great vibes, and a ...  »

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