A list of free fun family, kids and adult activities and events in Toronto and GTA during October.
For free admissions to Toronto attractions during select days, see Free Family Activities in Toronto & Cheap Ways to Explore Toronto.
Bampot House of Tea & Board Games, 201 Harbord Street, Toronto
May 30, 2023 To November 28, 2023
6479187468
PWYC/Donation
Literary open mic, every Tuesday 7 pm. Sign up at 6:30 on the night, first come first choice. Writers in any form. 5 minutes per performer. Hosted by author Jen ... »
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AIM Academy, 455 Spadina Ave, Toronto
August 1, 2023 To October 31, 2023
416 323 1818 ext. 200
Free
Are you interested in learning more about qigong, an ancient Chinese practice that combines movement, meditation, and breathwork to promote health and wellbeing? Kobi Zanguri, RMT, R. ... »
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Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr, Etobicoke
September 6, 2023 To October 5, 2023
free
This juried show by the long-standing Central Ontario Art Association features the most exciting new works from a diverse membership of professional and emerging artists. Who is ... »
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15 King's College Cir, Toronto
September 6, 2023 To November 25, 2023
Free
The groundbreaking retrospective exhibition features unprecedented access to the lifework of the iconic Abenaki filmmaker and activist, Alanis Obomsawin. The Art Museum at the University of Toronto ... »
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Susan Hobbs Gallery, 137 Tecumseth Street, Toronto
September 9, 2023 To October 14, 2023
416-504-3699
Free
Jeremy Laing makes objects, spaces, and situations for embodiment and relation. Through the synthesis of craft, conceptual, and social modes, their work explores the interrelation and transitional ... »
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Aga Khan Museum & Aga Khan Park , 77 Wynford Drive, Toronto
September 23, 2023 To March 31, 2024
416.646.4677
FREE
Dive into the fragility and complexity of life underwater through a series of photographs by renowned wildlife photographer Prince Hussain Aga Khan. Khan Park and Lower Level ... »
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Cultural Goods Gallery, 1444 Dupont Street, Unit 15 Toronto
September 28, 2023 To October 12, 2023
Free
Johnnie Walker proudly presents “She Work Hard For It,” an immersive art exhibition curated by acclaimed Canadian artist Ashley McKenzie at Cultural Goods Gallery. Experience the transformative ... »
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P6 Parking Lot, Square One Shopping Centre, City Centre Drive, Mississauga
September 29, 2023 To October 8, 2023
Free
NMTO will be hosting a 10 day harvest festival at Square One Shopping Mall. With rides, games and a harvest marketplace, we are so excited to bring the ... »
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North York Central Library, 5120 Yonge St, North York
October 2, 2023 To November 24, 2023
416-395-5613
Free
Toronto Public Library’s Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program is back this fall. Join us for the 8-week program series starting October 4, 2023. Joëlle Jacqueline, our 2023 Entrepreneur ... »
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The Friends House, 60 Lowther Ave., Toronto
October 4, 2023 To October 7, 2023
647 224 29 60
Free
LAMAS will bring together scholars and artists to share and discuss the multitude of perspectives that inform the artistic productions and discourses of the current state of ... »
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University of Toronto Scarborough, 1265 Military Trail, Scarborough
October 5, 2023
FREE
ARTSIDEOUT (ASO) is a large-scale, one-day, multidisciplinary arts festival at the University of Toronto Scarborough. Involving individuals from various walks of life, ASO celebrates the rich diversity ... »
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Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr, Etobicoke
October 11, 2023 To November 9, 2023
free
Witness breathtaking landscapes and observe the diverse wildlife that lives within them in this stunning exhibition. Once again, the beauty of nature has inspired natural talent. ... »
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The International Centre, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga
October 12, 2023 To October 15, 2023
Free
3 warehouse sales in 1. The Winter Jacket Warehouse Sale will feature thousands of Jackets for both men and ladies. This sale will also feature designer dresses. Discover pieces ... »
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Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
October 14, 2023 To October 15, 2023
Free
Join us for a celebration to kick off Diwali with fun and food for all ages. Initiated by Indo-Canada Arts, Diwali RazzMatazz provides joyous festive celebration for ... »
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TIFF Bell Lightbox, 350 King St W, Toronto
October 17, 2023 To October 22, 2023
416 585 2333
$0 to $25
The imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival is the world’s largest Indigenous festival showcasing film, video, audio, and digital + interactive media made by Indigenous screen-content creators. imagineNATIVE ... »
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Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr, Etobicoke
October 17, 2023
$10 - $21
Presented by: City of Toronto, Humber College and Toronto International Festival of Authors Join Sarah Polley for a conversation about her award-winning memoir. This collection of essays, ... »
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Susan Hobbs Gallery, 137 Tecumseth Street, Toronto
October 19, 2023 To November 25, 2023
416-504-3699
Free
No Room for Monsters, at first abruptly refutes the question: what monsters reflect our current society? In his collection of academic essays on monstrosity, Jeffery Jerome Cohen ... »
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Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 222 Bremner Blvd, Toronto
October 21, 2023 To October 22, 2023
Free
Interested in attending an Ontario university? You can talk personally with senior faculty and representatives from Ontario universities, much as you would at a university tour or ... »
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Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Younge St., North York
October 21, 2023 To October 22, 2023
Free
Indulge in a symphony of flavors at ‘DIWALICIOUS’ – Taste of Diwali. Indo Canada Arts Council brings mouthwatering festive food flavours . Embark on a culinary journey that celebrates ... »
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TMU - Rogers Communication Centre, 80 Gould St, Toronto
October 21, 2023
416-789-6850
FREE
Join IMSTA (Intl. Music Software Trade Assoc.) and Toronto Metropolitan University (Formerly Ryerson University) as they host IMSTA FESTA, a celebration of music technology packed with Panels, ... »
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Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front Street East, Toronto
October 26, 2023
Free
Presented by Music TORONTO, in partnership with the Faculty of Music, University of Toronto, and in cooperation with the Royal Conservatory. Celebrating the inspiration of Geoff Nuttall (1965 – 2022) ... »
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Ontario's Legislative Building, 111 Wellesley St. West, Toronto
October 27, 2023 To October 30, 2023
416-325-0061
Free - Pre-registration required
During this evening, 1-hour tour, hear all about the spooky happenings at Ontario’s Legislative Building. Learn the stories of the lady in the checkered dress and ... »
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Carleton Village Junior and Senior Sports and Wellness Academy, 315 Osler St, Toronto
October 27, 2023
$5
Since 1986, we have taught thousands of kids how to swim and stay safe in the water. Renowned for our specialized teaching techniques and incredible instructors, we’re ... »
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Our Lady of Sorrows Church courtyard (Bloor & Cliveden) 3055 Bloor Street West, Etobicoke
October 28, 2023
(416) 239-8243
Free
Come Celebrate the spooky Halloween season with us! At the 2022 Pumpkinfest in the Kingsway. Bring your best costume and decorate pumpkins, Crafts, treats, face painting, raffles & so ... »
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Bradley Museum, 1620 Orr Rd, Mississauga
October 28, 2023 To October 29, 2023
$8.79 to $11.82
Put on your costume and join us at Bradley Museum where you’ll participate in old-fashioned Halloween, settler and Indigenous fall traditions. On October 28 and 29, explore the ... »
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Ontario's Legislative Building, 111 Wellesley St. West, Toronto
October 28, 2023
416-325-0061
Free
This Halloween, introduce your children to Ontario’s Legislative Building during a free, interactive 2-hour program taking place at the historic Legislative Building located in downtown Toronto. ... »
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Angus Glen Community Center , 3990 Major Mackenzie Dr E, Markham
October 29, 2023
416-575-5558
Free
Halloween is around the corner! Join the thrilling, spooktacular, family-friendly Halloween party, Spookyville, hosted by inCAN Developments with your little ghouls and goblins. Here, you can enjoy ... »
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Etobicoke Civic Centre, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke
October 31, 2023 To November 30, 2023
free
The Federation of Canadian Artists Toronto (FCA Toronto) presents the best new juried works by its accomplished members, offering fresh perspectives in fine art using oil, acrylic, ... »
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Free Halloween Events
There are quite a few free Halloween themed events taking place across GTA this October. See free Halloween events list for details.
Various Dates in October @ Various Locations GTA
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I can't believe how many amazing events this website lists!! I had always thought that October and November were the least fun months of the year, and I presumed that there would be few activities to partake in mostly because of the end of summer!
I like how this article discusses a very wide range of activities, including some for folks who enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities, fun for the individual or for the whole family, and seasonal-only things such as pumpkin picking that you never really think about until it's over! I will definitely give many of these a try!!