A list of 30+ cheap and free fun events in Toronto and GTA during May including fun family activities, festivals, live music, adult events and more!
Highlights include Doors Open Toronto, Junior Festival, multiple food festivals, OCAD University Grad Ex, The Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival, and many more fun events!
Upper Canada Mall, 17600, Yonge St, Newmarket
May 31, 2024 To June 2, 2024
$2
Join us for a weekend of mouth-watering, finger-lickin’, belly-rubbin’ good BBQ! We’re excited to announce our entertainment format for 2024, featuring Country Night on Friday, Rock the ... »
Shortt St. and Eglinton Ave. W., Toronto
May 31, 2024
Free
Films on Shortt is a monthly event screening outdoor movies on Shortt Street near Dufferin and Eglinton. They are all family-friendly and completely FREE. It is recommended ... »
Earlscourt Park, 1369B Saint Clair Avenue West, Toronto
May 30, 2024 To June 1, 2024
Free & Ticketed Events
HAPPENING Multicultural Festival is the first and only Toronto festival created by community artists, giving center-stage to the talent and skills of immigrant, newcomer, and refugee artists. ... »
145 Queens Quay West, Toronto
May 29, 2024 To July 17, 2024
Free
This summer, Waterfront Toronto is hosting free 1-hour boat tours. While onboard, we’ll show you our vision for the future of the waterfront – with pictures – and ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
May 26, 2024 To June 2, 2024
416-638-4492
Many Free events
A festival of concerts, recitals and musical events throughout the Greater Toronto Area. It features the different styles of Jewish music, such as Israeli, Klezmer, Sephardic, Cantorial, ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
May 25, 2024 To May 26, 2024
416-392-2489
Free
The event will offer free and rare access to more than and offers an opportunity to see inside more than 150 architecturally, historically, culturally and socially significant buildings ... »
Colonel Samuel Smith Park, 3145 Lake Shore Blvd. W., Toronto.
May 25, 2024
Free
Enjoy a day of guided bird walks, live birds, reptiles and amphibians, backyard habitat building, art workshops, children’s activities, and educational displays. Bird walks are hourly, ... »
Esplanade Park, One The Esplanade, Pickering
May 25, 2024 To May 26, 2024
FREE
Every summer, Esplanade Park comes alive with music, dance, crafts and singing, along with children’s art areas and artists demonstrations. Who is it for? All ages – ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
May 25, 2024 To June 2, 2024
Free & Ticketed Events
SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival is Canada's premier a cappella festival dedicated to celebrating Canadian and International vocal artists. »
Roncesvalles United Church, 214 Wright Ave, Toronto
May 25, 2024
Free
Amazing garden finds & plants of all kinds, all at the best prices in town! – Natives, organics, pollinators, herbs, veggies, hard-to-find plants, gently used garden materials & ... »
Trinity Bellwoods Park, Dog Bowl , 790 Queen St. W., Toronto
May 25, 2024 To May 26, 2024
Free
Come join us at the Trinity Bellwoods Park – Dog Bowl for a pawsome weekend event filled with furry fun! Our Pet Fair is the perfect opportunity to ... »
Various Venues, Scarborough
May 25, 2024 To May 26, 2024
416 556 8247
Free
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable weekend of creativity and community! Join us in the KGO on May 25th for an immersive Neighbourhood Arts Festival. Experience captivating ... »
The Bentway, 250 Fort York Boulevard, Toronto
May 24, 2024 To May 26, 2024
FREE
The Bentway’s Summer 2024 programming brings the city back together in public space, including the Canadian debut of Yoga With Adriene, roller skate parties, and an exhibition ... »
Ajax Downs and Casino, 50 Alexander's Crossing, Ajax
May 24, 2024 To May 26, 2024
(289) 404-3832
FREE
Ajax Rotary Ribfest is returning Ajax Downs and Casino. Enjoy Live Music, Vendors, REPTILLIA ZOO, & a Carnival along with our Famous Rib Vendors and all our ... »
Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke
May 23, 2024 To July 25, 2024
Free
Enjoy art that leaps into life with abstract paintings by Cindy Au. These works celebrate imagination and burst with 3D forms and colour. Reception: May 25, 2 to 4 p.... »
Royal Ontario Museum, Queens Park, Toronto
May 21, 2024 To December 17, 2024
416.586.8000
FREE
Bring family and friends to the ROM on the 3rd Tuesday Night of each month and enjoy free admission from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Here’s what you ... »
Dr. William Laceby Community Center and Arena, 15 Old King Rd, Nobleton
May 20, 2024
Free
The annual Nobleton Victoria Day celebration is an event you do not want to miss. The event features a fair, live entertainment, mid-way and rides (fees apply &... »
stackt market, 28 Bathurst Street, Toronto
May 18, 2024
Free
On May 18, celebrate Asian Heritage Month by exploring over 50 curated Asian-owned businesses. Indulge in delicious authentic food and drink, and shop for products including candles, jewelry, clothes, ... »
Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre, 14732 Woodbine Avenue, Stouffville
May 18, 2024
Free
Come and discover what’s new at your Museum as we explore and celebrate Stouffville’s local heritage at this FREE event in celebration of International Museum ... »
Woodbine Mohawk Park, 9430 Guelph Line, Milton
May 18, 2024
Free
Enjoy the Victoria Day long weekend with a FREE fireworks show and exciting live Standardbred racing at Woodbine Mohawk Park, Milton. Experience a fun night for the ... »
Clarkson Road Presbyterian Church, 1338 Clarkson Rd. N, Mississauga
May 18, 2024
Free
It’s our 2 year anniversary and we would love you to come and celebrate with us. Join us for our local indoor/outdoor pop-up! Hosted by Maker ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
May 18, 2024 To May 20, 2024
$5
Harbourfront Centre is the place to be for family fun over the May long weekend! From May 18 to 20, JUNIOR, Toronto’s international children’s festival, will showcase ... »
Square One Shopping Centre, 100 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
May 18, 2024 To May 19, 2024
FREE
Nostalgic is BACK at a new location! Join us for an unforgettable shopping experience at Ontario’s largest mall, Square One! Discover vintage 90s/Y2K clothing, ... »
Memorial Park, 2 Park Drive, Whitchurch-Stouffville
May 17, 2024
Free
Our Victoria Day Fireworks is the kickoff of the Town’s summer events. Come join us to celebrate Victoria Day in Memorial Park. Rain or shine, enjoy ... »
Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto
May 15, 2024
Free
Feel the excitement and be part of something special at The Second Harvest Truck Pull Challenge! Join us for a unique race where teams of 10 compete to ... »
Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, Etobicoke
May 14, 2024 To June 13, 2024
Free
Experience the sense of anxious anticipation of leaving home for an unpredictable future in a series of portraits by artist Shinae Kim who captures the feeling by ... »
Aki Studio, 585 Dundas Street East, Toronto
May 13, 2024 To May 19, 2024
Free
Currently in the 8th year of partnership, Paprika Festival is working with Native Earth to present the 23rd annual youth-led performing arts festival. Following a year of ... »
Kew Gardens, 2075 Queen St East, Toronto
May 12, 2024
Free admission
Queen St Marketplace is a unique Ontario handmade outdoor marketplace in the heart of Toronto’s Beach community that features the works of over 50 independent artists, artisans, ... »
Trinity Bellwoods Park, 790 Queen Street West, Toronto
May 12, 2024 To September 8, 2024
Free
Come join us in beautiful Trinity Bellwoods Park and help support our community of local artists and artisans. Bring your friends and family for a fun day ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
May 11, 2024 To May 12, 2024
Free
Every year the Toronto Comic Arts Festival showcases Canada’s incredible comics talent on a world stage by promoting some of our best and brightest creators and ... »
Various Ontario Waterbodies
May 11, 2024 To May 12, 2024
FREE
Introduce a friend to fishing or go out on your own of join an event. OFFE is a province-wide opportunity for Canadian residents to fish in Ontario ... »
1 Leslie Street, Toronto
May 11, 2024
Free
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) will be hosting the annual TRCA Spring Bird Festival at Tommy Thompson Park! Join us at the Spring Bird Festival to ... »
Various venues, Richmond Hill
May 11, 2024
Free
Doors Open Richmond Hill is an event that supports cultural sites in the community to open their doors to everyone. This free event is part of Doors ... »
Onsite Gallery, 199 Richmond Street West, Toronto
May 11, 2024
416 977 6000 ext. 456
$0
In partnership with Inuit Art Foundation, join us for an artist talk with Glenn Gear at Onsite Gallery on Saturday, May 11 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. ... »
Booster Juice Islington Avenue, 145 Silver Reign Drive, Etobicoke
May 11, 2024
5879851073
Free
Celebrate the Grand Opening of Booster Juice Islington Avenue with buy one get one FREE smoothies! All day, Saturday, May 11th, 2024, from 8AM-9PM. We’ll be ... »
Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, North York
May 10, 2024 To May 12, 2024
$0
A thoughtfully curated selection of plants available for sale in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Toronto Master Gardeners will be available to provide friendly gardening advice. Enjoy a ... »
CF Toronto Eaton Centre, Toronto
May 9, 2024 To May 12, 2024
Free
Toronto’s favourite Canadian designer popup event. Discover, meet and shop from over 40 Canadian collections. INLAND is a shopping community for Canadian designers and for those who ... »
The Groove Bar and Grill, 1952 Danforth Ave, Toronto
May 9, 2024
647) 350-1917
Free
Stand-Up Comedy Thursday Night! Join us for a hilarious night of Stand- Up Comedy at The Groove Bar & Grill… Get ready to be entertained by some ... »
4478 Chesswood Drive, Unit 15-16, Toronto
May 9, 2024 To May 11, 2024
416 256 5800
Free Entry
Unleash the Ultimate HUE Experience at Our Exclusive Warehouse Extravaganza! Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of style and luxury at the HUE Warehouse Sale – ... »
Cineplex Junxion Erin Mills, 5100 Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga
May 9, 2024
Free admission
Join us at the brand new VIP Cineplex Junxion Erin Mills for an awesome night of Karaoke and fun! We have over 40,000 songs on file, so come ... »
Various Venues, Bloor-Yorkville
May 8, 2024 To May 12, 2024
Free
Join us in the Bloor-Yorkville neighbourhood and see over 35 floral installations, including our famous floral mannequins, inspired by accomplished artists throughout history and Bloor-Yorkville’s vibrant art ... »
Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke
May 8, 2024 To June 6, 2024
Free
Uncover figurative abstract works by artists of the Organization of Kingston Women Artists that respond to the theme or regret and draw on inspiring women’s experiences. ... »
Lawrence Park Community Church., 2180 Bayview Ave., Toronto
May 8, 2024 To May 11, 2024
416 294 3005
Free
Don’t miss this special bi-annual event featuring a diverse selection of Pressed Glass as early as 1860’s through 1960’s. Goblets, Depression & Elegant Glass, Victorian & ... »
Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe Street, Toronto
May 7, 2024
Free Tickets
The Elmer Iseler Singers, led by Artistic Director Lydia Adams since 1998, mark their 45th Concert Season in 2023/24. This esteemed 20-voice professional ensemble, founded by Dr. Elmer Iseler ... »
Mr. B’s Famous Warehouse Sale 1590 Matheson Blvd, Mississauga
May 6, 2024 To May 12, 2024
Free
Mr. B’s SKECHERS Spring Sale is bringing in GREAT Summer Styles, Sandals, Flip-Flops, and MORE – All at UNBEATABLE PRICES! This sale is here just in time ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
May 5, 2024 To October 20, 2024
416.586.8097
Free
Walking tours of Toronto. ROMWalks encompass the diverse aspects of Toronto's vibrant neighbourhoods including history, architecture, arts of all varieties, education and more. Most tours are free. »
Kimpton Saint George Hotel , 280 Bloor St W, Toronto
May 5, 2024
(416) 968-0010
Free
Celebrate the beauty of spring at the Kimpton Saint George’s Spring Market on Sunday, May 5th! Sip ‘n’ shop from some of Toronto’s favourite luxe, ... »
Historic Downtown Bowmanville, ON
May 4, 2024
Free
There’s nothing more Canadian than freshly harvested Maple Syrup! Come celebrate the start of spring in Historic Downtown Bowmanville on the first Saturday in May. This ... »
Various Venues, Oshawa
May 4, 2024
Free
Doors Open Oshawa is an annual event providing an opportunity to explore Oshawa's diverse heritage and cultural sites. Spend a day discovering local history first-hand and celebrating ... »
303 Allstate Parkway, Markham
May 4, 2024 To May 5, 2024
Free
Join us for our Spring 2024 Warehouse Sale, featuring your favourite brands from the Shiseido Group. Get ready to stock up on your skincare, makeup, and fragrance favourites! ... »
The Maker Bean Cafe, 1052 Bloor St W, Toronto
May 4, 2024 To May 5, 2024
6473462326
Free
The groundhog saw his shadow and is predicting an early spring! That means it’s time for Maker Bean’s 2-day Spring Maker Market for local artisans . ... »
The Maker Bean Cafe, 1052 Bloor St W., Toronto
May 4, 2024 To May 5, 2024
6473462326
Free
The groundhog saw his shadow and is predicting an early spring! That means it’s time for Maker Bean’s 2-day Spring Maker Market for local artisans ... »
OCAD University, 199 Richmond Street West, Toronto
May 4, 2024
416 977 6000 ext. 456
$0
Led by exhibition power artist, Rocky Dobey, participants embark on a guided walk to discover and learn about many of Dobey’s public artworks on the streets ... »
Booster Juice Burlington Power Centre, 1220 Brant Street, Burlington
May 4, 2024
5879851073
Free
Celebrate the Grand Opening of Booster Juice Burlington Power Centre with buy one get one FREE smoothies! All day, Saturday, May 4th, 2024, from 8AM-9PM. We’ll ... »
The Encircled Studio, 300 Campbell Ave Unit 201, Toronto
May 4, 2024
Free
Encircled’s First In-Person Clothing Sale since 2022! Come join us at The Encircled Studio for our highly anticipated sample sale! This is your chance to snag some ... »
Erindale Presbyterian Church, 1560 Dundas Street West, Mississauga
May 4, 2024
FREE
We are so excited to be the host of this local mini indoor Pop-up Community Market! Hosted by Maker Market Collective This event Features: • Free Admission • ... »
Riverdale Hub, 1326 Gerrard St East, Toronto
May 4, 2024
Free
The Riverdale Hub Gallery is thrilled to announce an exhibition showcasing the work of artist Julya Hajnoczky titled “Aurora Arborealis” on display from May 1st to June 1... »
Ralph Thornton Community Centre, 765 Queen Street West, Toronto
May 4, 2024
free
Book lovers! Cookbook collectors! Food Historians! Curious chefs! Take heed of an enormous book sale: culinaryhistorians.ca/hugebooksale. Thousands of delicious food-related books to enhance your own ... »
Comic Book Stores, Canada
May 4, 2024
Free
Get a free comic and swag on Free Comic Book Day 2023 from your local comic shop on May 4, 2024. Free Comic Book Day is a single day – the ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
May 3, 2024 To May 5, 2024
Free
Jane’s Walk returns citizen-led walks and a variety of exciting events and activities. Jane’s Walk is an annual festival of free, community-led walking conversations inspired ... »
Square One, 100 City Centre Drive, LOT P3, Mississauga
May 3, 2024 To May 5, 2024
Free
Canada’s halal tour is coming to Mississauga! Enjoy various Instafamous food vendors and hand-slaughtered 100% halal all weekend! Kicking off the year with our Annual Halal Food ... »
Lemonville Community Centre , 13453 McCowan Road, Whitchurch-Stouffville
May 3, 2024 To May 5, 2024
Free
Please join The Lemonville Group of Artists for their 31tst Annual Art Show and Sale. A wide variety of original works of art by the group members ... »
Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel, 600 Hwy 7 Richmond Hill
May 2, 2024
905-884-1961
FREE
The exciting Grand Business Expo (FREE entry) is aimed at bolstering Richmond Hill’s tourism industry: – 50 businesses showcased, offering diverse products and services across various industries – Engage ... »
Leslie Grove Gallery, 1158 Queen St. East, Toronto
May 2, 2024 To June 2, 2024
6479824355
Free
A feel-good gallery show with over fifty portraits spotlighting Toronto East business owners inside of their establishments. A rare, behind-the-scenes opportunity to admire the diverse accomplishments of ... »
Various Venues, Toronto & Online
May 1, 2024 To May 31, 2024
Free!
The Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival is the largest photography event in the world, and a premiere cultural experience in Canada, with over 200 exhibitions and happenings throughout the ... »
OCAD University, 100 McCaul St., Toronto
May 1, 2024 To May 5, 2024
416 977 6000
FREE
Don’t miss GradEx 108, OCAD University’s 109th Annual Graduate Exhibition – Toronto’s largest free art and design exhibition. Be inspired by the work of more than 600 ... »
Art Gallery of Ontario, 317 Dundas Street West, Toronto
May 1, 2024 To December 4, 2024
Free
Free admission to our collection galleries first Wednesday of the month from 6 to 9 pm is a long-standing Toronto tradition. The Art Gallery of Ontario is one of ... »
Salto Restaurant & Bar, 1138 Davenport Rd, Toronto
May 1, 2024
416 - 653 - 3077
Free
Come join us for a hilarious night of laughter at Salto Restaurant and Bar’s True Open Mic Stand-Up Comedy event! Hosted by Ruby – The Darkest Mind ... »
Koerner Hall, 273 Bloor St W, Toronto
May 1, 2024
416.408.2824
Free Event
The Phil and Eli Taylor Performance Academy for Young Artists presents the Academy Chamber Orchestra, featuring Canada’s leading young classical musicians in this premier ensemble comprised ... »
Justina M. Barnicke Gallery, 7 Hart House Circle, Toronto
May 1, 2024 To July 27, 2024
Free
Curated by Dallas Fellini, Indiscernible thresholds, escaped veillances explores opacity, illegibility, and invisibility as productive alternatives to contemporary trans hypervisibility, a circumstance wherein the realm of the ... »
University of Toronto Art Centre, 15 King's College Circle, Toronto
May 1, 2024 To July 27, 2024
Free
Centering Black scholarship, artistry, and embodied practices, Liberation in Four Movements traverses non-linear paths, inviting spillage and contemplation as we navigate narratives of dehumanization, ultimately arriving at ... »
University of Toronto Art Centre, 15 King's College Circle, Toronto
May 1, 2024 To July 27, 2024
Free
The Love that Remains brings together three Toronto-based artists whose contemporary textile practices recover matrilineal histories of displacement and belonging. Par Nair, Julie Gladstone, and Carol Ann ... »
The Terrace, 1680 Creditstone Road, Vaughan
April 29, 2024 To May 1, 2024
Free
Shop apparel, footwear, outerwear, handbags, and accessories. This anticipated sample sale will feature multiple luxury brands, all at one event, offering a unique range of ready-to-wear fashion. ... »
Various Venues, Greater Toronto Area
April 23, 2024 To May 14, 2024
Free
Check out the latest, hottest and newest event series that features new businesses in the Greater Toronto Area. ALL Yelpers are in for a treat with unique ... »
Maple Leaf Square, 15 York St, Toronto
April 20, 2024 To May 2, 2024
Free
The Toronto Maple Leafs are hosting Tailgates presented by Scotiabank at Maple Leaf Square (outside Gate 1 of Scotiabank Arena). Leafs fans are invited on every home and ... »
Susan Hobbs Gallery, 137 Tecumseth Street, Toronto
April 18, 2024 To May 25, 2024
416-504-3699
Free
Field Works started with walking. Walking is work in a field. For Derek Sullivan, this fieldwork took place while on different sites: picking up and carrying small ... »
Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke
April 12, 2024 To July 4, 2024
Free
Experience captivating works by Etobicoke seniors that celebrate both light and shadow. Presented in partnership with City of Toronto’s Parks, Forestry and Recreation. Public Reception: Wednesday, ... »
Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke
April 10, 2024 To May 2, 2024
FREE
CONTINUUM: a range or series of things that are slightly different from each other and that exist between two different possibilities. ABOUT CONTINUUM The 2018 Artscape Gibraltar Point ... »
Myseum of Toronto, 401 Richmond Street West, Toronto
April 10, 2024 To August 4, 2024
Free
Toronto Gone Wild explores the city as a multi-layered habitat — starring the animals, plants, and insects that call Toronto home. Venture through different Torontonian terrains from city ... »
Stackt Market, 28 Bathurst St, Toronto
April 10, 2024 To May 5, 2024
Free
L’Oréal Paris is taking over Stackt Market in Toronto, for their first-ever month-long pop-up, dedicated to empowering communities to STAND UP against street harassment. Street ... »
Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, 901 Lawrence Avenue W., Toronto
April 4, 2024 To May 12, 2024
$0
Franco Deleo’s photography is as concerned with the mediums of social practice and painting as it is with the techniques of photography. His focus on collaboration ... »
Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, Etobicoke
April 3, 2024 To May 9, 2024
Free
Explore the inter-cultural connectedness experienced in forests and uninhabited lands through paintings and photography, an exhibition by the Nipissing Region Curatorial Collective. Who is it for? All ... »
Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke
February 28, 2024 To May 2, 2024
Free
Witness how artist Rylee Rumble uses single-colour canvases to express memories, emotions and objects that are connected to her mental health. Each painting is a personal archive ... »
Union Station, 65 Front Street West, Toronto
February 15, 2024 To August 31, 2024
Free
Experience the vibrant voices of contemporary Black artists at the Black Dreams and Aspirations art exhibit in the West Wing and Oak Room. Co-curated with MakeRoom Inc. ... »
Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre, 145 Queen St W, Toronto
January 9, 2024 To May 30, 2024
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 ... »
The Japan Foundation, Toronto, 2 Bloor Street East, Toronto
January 5, 2024 To June 28, 2024
Free
This special presentation of the collection of the Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto, reveals that Western modernization and the demand for exports influenced Japanese ceramics during the transitional ... »
Various, City of Toronto History Museums
January 1, 2024 To December 31, 2024
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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