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.
Marina Quay West, 539 Queens Quay West, Toronto
September 18, 2026 To October 3, 2026
Free
Public Pier brings arts, food, music, dance and Silo Nights to Toronto’s waterfront this fall. Free-to-attend and running Fridays and Saturdays from September 18 to October 3, Public ... »
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University of Toronto Scarborough, 1265 Military Trail, Scarborough
October 1, 2026
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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Stackt Market, 28 Bathurst St, Toronto
October 1, 2026 To October 8, 2026
Free
MULTIfest is Toronto’s festival for interactive and digital art, returning to STACKT Market from October 1–8. Across eight days, installations, audiovisual performances, workshops and gatherings explore how ... »
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St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, 27 Front St E, Toronto
October 2, 2026 To October 4, 2026
Free
Offered as a complimentary community cultural initiative and a gift to the community, these performances blend qigong, martial arts, music, dance, and contemporary performing arts to bring ... »
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Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park & Chartwell Church, Oakville
October 3, 2026 To October 4, 2026
(905) 901-2202
00.00
Experience professional and emerging artists, live music, cultural rhythms, and performances at Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park on Saturday, followed by a unique Jazz Vespers celebration at Chartwell ... »
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Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, North York
October 3, 2026 To October 18, 2026
4163971341
Free
Celebrating Art, Nature, and Community — Essence of the Garden is the 2nd annual plein air art exhibition and sale featuring over 100 original artworks created outdoors at Toronto ... »
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Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr, Etobicoke
October 8, 2026
416 338 7255
Free
Immerse in collages that blend iconic imagery and wit to challenge gender norms and domestic expectations. Despite shifting gender dynamics, her work highlights ongoing struggles over household ... »
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Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
October 9, 2026 To October 11, 2026
+1.289.668.7800
Free
Diwali RazzMatazz is a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and togetherness. Designed for families and friends of all ages, the event features an exciting lineup of Bollywood ... »
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Erin Mills Town Centre, 5100 Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga
October 10, 2026 To October 11, 2026
Free
Join us at Erin Mills Town Centre for a Thanksgiving Family Festival on October 10–11, 2026. Enjoy a fun-filled weekend combining seasonal shopping, entertainment, kids activities, local vendors, food ... »
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Ontario Legislative Building, 111 Wellesley St. West, Toronto
October 17, 2026
4163257500
Free
Experience the crisp air and beautiful colours on the Legislature’s grounds while taking part in a wide variety of family-friendly activities, including the Parliamentary Pumpkin Patch, ... »
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Millennium Square, 590 Liverpool Road, Pickering
October 17, 2026 To October 24, 2026
905-420-4620
Free
Fall Fling celebrates all things Fall with pumpkin painting, photo stops, fall décor, miniature train rides, Halloween costume contests, trick-or-treating, hands-on crafts, and local artisans in ... »
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North York Central Library, 5120 Yonge Street, Toronto Ontario
October 17, 2026
416-395-5672
FREE
Are you interested in learning more about your rights? Join us for an interactive and informative session with the Canadian Civil Liberties Education Trust (CCLET). We will ... »
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Susan Hobbs Gallery, 137 Tecumseth Street, Toronto
October 22, 2026 To November 28, 2026
416 504 3699
Free
Sandra Meigs has sustained her painting practice for over 40 years. Through three interconnected bodies of work – Beasts, Clocks and Popeye – she reflects on a lifetime of devotion ... »
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Ontario's Legislative Building, 111 Wellesley St. West, Toronto
October 23, 2026 To October 30, 2026
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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Dufferin Grove Park, 875 Dufferin St. Toronto
October 24, 2026
416.708.3332
Donations appreciated
Clay & Paper Theatre presents the annual NIGHT OF DREAD, an evening of fearful pageantry, revels and mockery. At this much loved, family-friendly, community event, Torontonians are invited ... »
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Waterfront Neighbourhood Space, , 39 Commissioners Street Toronto
October 24, 2026
Free, but registration ahead of time required
This Halloween season, join Waterfront Toronto and Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) for an after-dark tour through the park. Before the sun sets, Waterfront Toronto and TRCA ... »
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The Village At Black Creek, 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, Toronto
October 25, 2026
705 241-9859
Free
Step into a magical Halloween experience at The Village at Black Creek with this indoor witches market celebrating the spirit of Samhain. Discover 40+ unique vendors, tarot and ... »
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Burlington Lions Club Hall, 471 Pearl Street, Burlington
October 28, 2026
Free
Come and discover the many exciting year-round events managed by the Halton Outdoor Club. We offer hiking, cross-country skiing, snow-shoeing, cycling and paddling, keeping you active outdoors ... »
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Church Street, Toronto, ON, Canada
October 30, 2026 To October 31, 2026
4163211351
free
Canada’s biggest and best Halloween block party is BACK! The Village happily presents ‘Halloween on Church Street.’ Brace yourself for the most spine-chilling, jaw-droppingly spectacular Halloween ... »
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Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie Street, Toronto
October 31, 2026
Free/$10
Experience meaningful ceremony, captivating performances, original artwork, and traditional food—we genuinely cannot wait to create another momentous and memorable Día de los Muertos Celebration with ... »
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Scarborough Town Centre, 300 Borough Dr, Scarborough
October 31, 2026
free with advanced registration.
Scarborough Town Centre is transforming into the largest, free trick-or-treat destination east of the DVP, giving families a safe and weather-proof way to celebrate this Halloween. Along ... »
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Free Halloween Events
There are quite a few free Halloween-themed events taking place across the GTA this October. See the 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!!