Toronto 
A list of free fun family, kids and adult activities, festivals, concerts and other events in Toronto during September 2019.
For free admissions to Toronto attractions during select days, see Free Family Activities in Toronto & Cheap Ways to Explore Toronto.
OCAD University,100 McCaul St, Toronto
September 29, 2019
6479263888
Free
Need new paintings or ceramics to decorate your room? Maybe a one-of-a-kind jacket, or a custom ring? Some prints, zines, or stickers? Come to OCAD’s student-run ... »
MaRS Discovery District, 101 College Street, Toronto
September 28, 2019
FREE
Our 6th annual flagship Etsy: Made in Canada show, hosted by the Toronto Etsy Street Team featuring top handmade and vintage Canadian Etsy sellers! More than 130 of ... »
Evergreen Brickworks, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto
September 28, 2019 To September 29, 2019
(416) 596-1495
Free and open to the public!
Celebrate fall with Evergreen Brick Works at the second annual Harvest Apple Festival, presented by Brickworks Ciderhouse. Join us for family fun activities, a live musical performance, ... »
The Distillery Historic District, Toronto
September 28, 2019 To September 29, 2019
N/A
Free
Set to take place at Toronto’s Distillery Historic District – one of Canada’s premier arts, culture and entertainment destinations with charming cobbled streets, artists’ studios, cafes, ... »
Various Toronto History Museums, Toronto
September 28, 2019 To September 29, 2019
Free
Ready. Set. Draw! The world’s largest drawing festival is coming to Toronto History Museums. The free event is open to all-ages and abilities and welcomes everyone ... »
Trillium Park Pavilion, 955 Lake Shore Boulevard West, Toronto
September 28, 2019
4165832030
Free
At the end of each September, Culture Days invites millions of Canadians to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture in our ... »
Erindale GO, Rathburn Road West, Mississauga
September 28, 2019 To September 29, 2019
Free Admission
Get those stretchy pants ready because a massive fried chicken festival is coming to the Toronto Region from September 28th to 29th, 2019. The Fried Chicken Fest brings ... »
The Encircled Studio, 201-300 Campbell Avenue, Toronto
September 28, 2019
FREE
This September, Encircled is hosting a Female Founders Marketplace! We’ll be opening our bright & beautiful studio space in The Junction to other female-founded brands who ... »
Liberty Commons at Big Rock Brewery, 42 Liberty St, Toronto
September 28, 2019
4163049403
Full menu
Did you miss out on Toronto Ribfest this year? Instead of crying into your smoker, come out and join us at our Billy Bones BBQ collab event! ... »
Gallery House, 2068 Dundas St W, Toronto
September 28, 2019 To October 25, 2019
416 587 0057
FREE
“How to Live Forever” Zach Atticus Tuinman & Julia Hepburn Gallery House presents guest artists Julia Hepburn, Zach Atticus Tuinman two extraordinary artists each with new works. ... »
Queen-Richmond Centre West, 134 Peter St, Toronto
September 27, 2019 To September 28, 2019
Free
Two-day retail experience offering fashion-forward shoppers apparel and accessories for women and men from 70+ Canadian designers. With 95 percent of the collections being made-in-Canada and pieces available from $35 ... »
Riverdale Branch, 370 Broadview Ave, Toronto
September 25, 2019
416-469-3033
Free admission
Filmmaker and visual humourist Cameron Tingley presents his short live-action films and shares his observations of modern society. Step back from the hubbub of daily life to ... »
Brentwood Library, 36 Brentwood Road North, Toronto
September 24, 2019
416-394-5240
Free, but registration is required.
This course is intended for experienced Excel 2013 users who have a desire or need to advance their skills by using larger data sets to simulate realistic work ... »
Todmorden Mills Heritage Site, 67 Pottery Road, Toronto
September 22, 2019
(416) 396-2819
free
Celebrate the harvest season with a 1940s twist at Todmorden Mills. Visit our two historic homes, sample wartime harvest recipes for preserves, snacks and the lunchbox, try ... »
Greenwood Park, 150 Greenwood Ave, Toronto
September 22, 2019
Free
A fun filled day for guinea pigs, their pet parents, enthusiasts and anyone in between! Event will include: • A grassy green carpet showcase your furry friends at ... »
Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St, Toronto
September 22, 2019
Free
The Hispanic Canadian Heritage Council (HCHC) is proudly inviting you to be part of the First Latin Fall Fiesta & Parade 2019, that will be the opening event ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W, Toronto
September 21, 2019 To September 22, 2019
Free
The Word On The Street is a non-profit organization that celebrates Canadian reading, writing, and champions literacy primarily through a free, annual outdoor festival. Each September, in ... »
Gibson House Museum, 5172 Yonge Street, Toronto
September 21, 2019
(416) 395-7432
Free
Celebrate the return of autumn with heritage demonstrations, hands-on activities, garden tours and more! Enjoy interactive activities in the historic kitchen including grinding spices, pounding sugar, making ... »
Trinity Bellwoods Park, Queen Street West, Toronto
September 21, 2019 To September 22, 2019
647-717-0747
Free
Queen West Art Crawl is an annual cultural and artistic festival in Toronto, allowing visitors to experience art, innovative installations and live music, all free of charge. ... »
Rouge Beach, 195 Rouge Hills Drive, Toronto
September 21, 2019
416-264-2020
$0
Did you know that three million pounds of plastic pollution enters Lake Ontario every year? Come out to lend a hand in cleaning up the waste ... »
St. Lawrence Market, Front Street East, Toronto
September 21, 2019
Free
The Community Harvest Festival opens up Market Street to the public for an all-day street festival to share the flavours, sights and smells of fall at St. ... »
The Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave, Toronto
September 20, 2019 To September 22, 2019
free
Over 40 participating artists. Original paintings in the gallery & a boutique area with note cards, small paintings and much more. Something for everyone. »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
September 20, 2019 To September 22, 2019
6474798962
Free
TOK Toronto, a free three-day symposium for writers and readers that will take place September 20-22, 2019. TOK, is the digital magazine for the charitable organization Diaspora Dialogues ... »
Scotiabank Arena, 50 Bay Street, Toronto
September 19, 2019
FREE
WE Day Family Toronto is a stadium-sized event bringing together world-renowned speakers, award-winning performers and moving stories of real families who’ve committed to making a difference ... »
Pretty Elevated by Irisa Studio, 28 Bathurst Street, Toronto
September 19, 2019
6476189531
free
The seven colours of the rainbow represent an alternative to our binary black-and-white consciousness.” Unfolding the petals of our inner world offers great insight and opportunity to ... »
Hudson's Bay Queen Street, 176 Yonge Street, Toronto
September 19, 2019
416.656.0707
Free
Join Sophie Conran, Arren Williams, Brian Gluckstein, Stefano Faita and House & Home magazine in a celebration of fall home design— including rich ’70s hues—at Hudson’... »
St. Paul's Bloor Street, 227 Bloor Street East, Toronto
September 18, 2019
416-961-8116
Free
Alpha is your opportunity to meet some great people, enjoy a free meal, and explore the Christian faith in a friendly and casual environment. Every Alpha session ... »
Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front Street West, Toronto
September 17, 2019
1-888-532-2613
Free
Fall into a new opportunity when you discover the possibilities at the Toronto Career Fair and Training Expo. This event is the perfect opportunity for employers, training ... »
Pretty Elevated by Irisa Studio at Stackt Market, 28 Bathurst Street, Toronto
September 17, 2019
6476189531
free
City Building, from a female perspective A conversation with Carmen Douville, Jade Lee Hoy, Natasa Kajganic and Jacquelyn West. Natasa Kajganic is the founder of the Toronto ... »
Brentwood Library, 36 Brentwood Road North, Toronto
September 17, 2019
416-394-5240
Free
England, 1959. Free-spirited widow Florence Green risks everything to open a bookshop in a conservative East Anglian coastal town. While bringing about a surprising cultural awakening through works ... »
Brentwood Library, 36 Brentwood Road North, Toronto
September 17, 2019
416-394-5240
Free, but registration is required.
Learn to create charts and tables, sort your data, and more, using Microsoft Excel 2013. Pre-requisite: Excel Basics Part 1 or a basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Basic keyboarding ... »
Bloor Street West, Toronto
September 15, 2019
Free
Open Streets TO is a free recreation program that closes streets to cars and opens them to people to walk, bike, and to enjoy many free activities. ... »
Christie Pits Park, 750 Bloor St W, Toronto
September 15, 2019
Free
Come celebrate local arts, crafts and community with us at Toronto Artisan Market in Christie Pits Park – Who is it for? All ages FREE WHEN & WHERE ... »
Markham PanAm Centre, 16 Main Street Unionville, Markham
September 15, 2019
905.477.5530
Free
Join us for Markham’s signature sporting event that builds community, celebrates the power of sport, and strengthens our national spirit while facilitating healthy, active living. Bring ... »
Humber Valley United Church,76 Anglesey Blvd, Toronto
September 15, 2019
(416) 231-2263
Donations Welcome!
COMMUNITY HOEDOWN & BBQ LUNCH FREE FAMILY FUN! Join us for a Boot Stompin’ Good Time at Humber Valley United Church! *BBQ Lunch *Square Dance Demo * ... »
Rosalinda restaurant, 133 Richmond St W, Toronto
September 15, 2019
FREE
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with vegan-Mexican fare this Sunday, Sept. 15th at Rosalinda 🇲🇽 The Mexican vegan restaurant will have drink specials all day long & fav Mexican ... »
Roncesvalles Village, 156 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto
September 14, 2019 To September 15, 2019
(416) 537-2701 x1
Free
Polish Food, music and culture celebrated at North America’s largest Polish Festival Fun for the whole family The Roncesvalles Polish Festival is easy to get to ... »
Various Venues, Mississauga
September 14, 2019
Free
This year, Doors Open Mississauga turns the spotlight on the Streetsville Community. Located on the banks of the Credit River in Mississauga, Streetsville became a new township ... »
Cloverdale Mall, 250 The East Mall, Etobicoke
September 14, 2019 To September 15, 2019
416.236.1668.
$0
RELISH The Foodie Event is a two-day food-centric event taking place in the parking lot at Cloverdale Mall. This free to attend event centered around food truck-hopping ... »
Station Gallery, 1450 Henry St, Whitby
September 14, 2019
9056684185
Free
D’Andrea Bowie currently divides her time between Toronto and rural Port Hope. Working in installation, she uses sculpture and sound to create immersive environments that engage ... »
Walter Hall, 80 Queens Park, Toronto
September 14, 2019
Free
The Mysterious Barricades Concert Society hosts a series of 15 one-hour concerts across Canada between September 5th and September 14th to mark World Suicide Awareness Week. This concert ... »
The International Centre, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga
September 14, 2019 To September 15, 2019
Free
My Brush Set’s fourth annual pop-up event in Toronto. Get premium quality cosmetics and beauty supplies up to 90% off regular retail prices. RSVP with your family ... »
SunnysidePark, 1755 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
September 14, 2019
free
Approximately 8 million tonnes of plastic pollution enter the ocean every year. That’s why across of the globe, we’re asking people to give up plastic, in ... »
Varley Art Gallery of Markham, 216 Main Street Unionville
September 14, 2019
Free
Tout-Monde: Markham Opening Night. Join us at the opening of our fall exhibition! The night will feature an engaging panel discussion, performances, refreshments and more! More details ... »
Woodbine Racetrack, 555 Rexdale Boulevard, Toronto
September 14, 2019
Free
The Ricoh Woodbine Mile is one of the top Thoroughbred racing events of the season. In addition to world-class racing, the afternoon will feature incredible food, concerts, ... »
DBPC Staffing, 250 Consumers Road, Toronto
September 14, 2019
416-499-2275 Ext. 283
Free
This free event will cover the steps in the strategic sales process including prospecting, presenting, negotiating, closing, and servicing. What are the best techniques in sales? How ... »
Bloor West Village, Toronto, ON
September 13, 2019 To September 15, 2019
416 410 9965
Free
Discover Ukrainian culture in Canada and share the Ukrainian spirit at North America’s largest Ukrainian Street Festival. This is your opportunity to experience Ukrainian culture and ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
September 13, 2019 To September 22, 2019
Free & Ticketed Events
Toronto Beer Week (TBW) is a collective series of events dedicated to the celebration and advancement of the craft beer movement. TBW showcases authentically brewed and flavourful ... »
CF Shops at Don Mills, Don Mills Road, North York
September 13, 2019 To September 15, 2019
Free
ArtWalk in the Square is a juried show featuring ONLY fine art. With over 70 established and emerging artists exhibiting painting, photography, mixed media, printmaking, drawing, glass and ... »
Brentwood Library, 36 Brentwood Road North, Toronto
September 12, 2019
416-394-5240
Free
Make the big banks work for you, not against you! Former senior banker and investment industry insider, Larry Bates will share tips from his new book on ... »
Carlton Cinemas, 20 Carlton Street, Toronto
September 12, 2019
Free
A showcase of the best 1min., Smartphone & Dramatic Short Films from around the world today. Who is it for? All ages HOW MUCH Tickets : Free How ... »
Humber Valley United Church, 76 Anglesey Blvd, Etobicoke
September 10, 2019
416-433-5495
Free
Entering its 53rd season, the Etobicoke Centennial Choir (ECC) continues to enrich the cultural life of the community through the performance of diverse high-calibre vocal music. The ... »
Brentwood Library, 36 Brentwood Road North, Toronto
September 10, 2019
416-394-5240
Free, but registration is required.
Learn to open, create and edit a simple table using Microsoft Excel 2013. Basic keyboarding and mouse skills required. Register in person at the Information Desk or by ... »
Brentwood Library, 36 Brentwood Road North, Toronto
September 10, 2019
416-394-5240
Free
Tonight’s A Tale of Suspense screening is 2018’s A Quiet Place – a bit of science fiction and horror in the mix. In a post-apocalyptic world, a ... »
Main Street Markham North, Markham
September 8, 2019
Free
Markham Auto Classic – THE SHOW with all the great classic cars!! The 20th Annual Markham Auto Classic features over 250 classic cars, street machines, trucks and motorcycles on ... »
Etienne Brule Park, 5 Catherine St, Toronto
September 8, 2019
647-618-1473
Free
Humber by Canoe is a full day of free, family activities including paddling, live entertainment, heritage walks and celebratory activities for the Humber River’s 20th Anniversary ... »
Riverdale Farm, Winchester Street, Toronto
September 7, 2019 To September 8, 2019
416-392-6794
Free Admission
C’mon out to Riverdale Farm’s Fall Festival! You can enjoy: – Corn Roasts – Meet the Farmer Demonstrations -Corn Flap Toss -Corn Shucking -Hog & Chicken Calling ... »
Scarborough Museum, 1007 Brimley Road, Toronto
September 7, 2019 To September 22, 2019
(416) 338-8807
PWYC
Join us on September weekends for old-fashioned fall fair fun with bottle ring toss, bean bag toss, three legged races, and fall activities. Enjoy tasty apple pie ... »
Various locations around Markham
September 7, 2019
905-477-5530
Free
Doors Open Markham is a free community event that invites the public to explore Markham’s historical and cultural places of interest, featuring locations that are not ... »
Dufferin Grove Park, Dufferin Street, Toronto
September 7, 2019
Free
Join us for inclusive rituals, hand-on workshops, shopping from our vendors, and meeting other pagans on Sat Sep 7, 2019 at 12:00pm at TPPD’s Toronto PaganFest 2019 at Dufferin ... »
Frank H. Hori Community Centre, 3555 Kingston Road, Scarborough
September 7, 2019
416.261.6683
Free
Momiji Health Care Society is hosting Japonica at Momiji Centre on Saturday. We will be selling and showing Vintage Japanese items, including Kimono so we thought you ... »
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
September 6, 2019 To September 8, 2019
0
Taste your way around the plant-based world of food with +160 vendors. Learn about the newest trends, cooking tips, and innovations at +50 hours of free programming including workshops, ... »
Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto
September 6, 2019 To September 8, 2019
437-886-4698
Free
Canadian Association of Chinese Performing Arts welcomes Canadians and tourists all over the world to gather at Nathan Phillips Square to kick off the second Toronto Dragon ... »
Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
September 6, 2019
Free
For the 1st time ever Food Truck’N Friday is coming to Mississauga for 5 dates throughout the summer. Toronto’s best food trucks, free admission, rain or ... »
3029 Bloor Street West, Etobicoke
September 6, 2019 To September 8, 2019
4162398243
Free
Discover international cuisines, continuous live entertainment and fresh food at Taste of the Kingsway! This Annual festival is a renowned culinary and entertainment experience. Over 100 vendors & ... »
Brentwood Library, 36 Brentwood Road North, Toronto
September 6, 2019
416-394-5240
Free
Inspired by true events. On an isolated stretch of land outside of San Francisco sits the most haunted house in the world. Built by Sarah Winchester, heiress ... »
Brosche Bridal, 575 Queen St W, Toronto
September 6, 2019 To September 8, 2019
Free Entry
Toronto, we have lots of new hues and we want you to see them up close and personal. Come discover all the new goodness, say hi and ... »
Montgomery's Inn, 4709 Dundas Street West, Etobicoke
September 5, 2019
4163948113
N/A
Celebrate the harvest and your local community at the Inn’s annual Corn Roast. Enjoy live music and taste a range of food, including the Inn’s ... »
King Street W., Toronto
September 5, 2019 To September 8, 2019
FREE
For a sixth year, the Toronto International Film Festival ® takes the film experience from inside the theatre onto the street, inviting everyone to be a part of ... »
Susan Hobbs Gallery,137 Tecumseth Street, Toronto
September 5, 2019 To September 12, 2019
416 504 3699
Free
Opening on 5 September and running until 12 October, Susan Hobbs Gallery is pleased to present Motion & Motive, a group show organized by Pamela Meredith. A mobile: a ... »
Mel Lastman Square, Yonge Street, North York
September 3, 2019 To September 7, 2019
6479914224
FREE
The 5th annual T.U. Jazz Fest! Celebrating the next generation of jazz in Canada and beyond. Concerts, masterclasses, jam sessions, food vendors and more. Free indoor ... »
Evergreen Brickworks, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto
September 2, 2019
Free Admission
Brewer’s Backyard is coming back for our Labour Day celebration to toast one final summer hurrah. What better way to start September off right then another ... »
Richview Public Library,1806 Islington Avenue, Toronto
September 1, 2019 To September 30, 2019
416-394-5120
Free
As part of the art in the libraries program and coinciding with the Toronto International Film Festival, September’s show at the Richview District Library, 1806 Islington Avenue ... »
Ontario Place, 955 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
September 1, 2019 To September 29, 2019
4163149900
Free!
Description: New this year, the Vista Eatery has turned into a weekly live music venue for emerging jazz musicians from across Ontario to perform on our waterfront ... »
Aga Khan Museum, 77 Wynford Drive, Toronto
August 31, 2019 To September 1, 2019
(416)-646-4677
Free
You’re invited to our fifth birthday bash! We’re throwing a party to commemorate five years since we opened our doors and began our quest to ... »
99 Harbour Square, Toronto
August 31, 2019 To September 2, 2019
FREE
In an effort to help Torontonians get outside this long weekend and soak up the last weekend of summer, Corona Canada is offering complimentary rides to the ... »
Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
August 30, 2019 To September 1, 2019
Free
MuslimFest celebrates the best in arts, culture and entertainment. The event features local and international artists who will showcase their talent. Concerts featuring popular Muslim artists, comedy ... »
Distillery District, 55 Mill Street, Toronto
August 30, 2019 To September 2, 2019
705-812-2914
FREE
Artfest Toronto hosts 2 outdoor art and craft shows.Artfest Toronto, in its 12th year, has become one of Toronto’s favorite summer art shows. Celebrating painting, photography, ... »
Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington
August 30, 2019 To September 2, 2019
Free
Each year, Canada’s largest Ribfest features award-winning Ribbers from all over North America who show off their succulent skills and compete for titles such as “Best ... »
Donald M. Gordon Chinguacousy Park, 9050 Bramalea Rd, Brampton
August 30, 2019 To September 1, 2019
Free
The Canadian Food Truck Festivals is expanding to Brampton! Serving up some of the best food from the country, this is a festival you won’t want ... »
Downsview Park Football Field,79 Carl Hall Road, Toronto
August 30, 2019 To September 6, 2019
Free
Calling all movie lovers! Friday Night Lights at Downsview Park is back! We are so excited to announce our lineup of summer flicks. We will be playing ... »
Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto
August 26, 2019 To September 1, 2019
Free
The Art of Zhen Shan Ren International Exhibition is an extraordinarily moving, intimate and inspiring exhibition giving a unique insight into the spiritual discipline Falun Gong (Falun ... »
stackt market, 28 Bathurst St, Toronto
August 15, 2019 To September 22, 2019
Free Admission
Come visit Pretty Elevated by Irisa at Stackt Market – a first-of-its-kind community collective and pop-up with curated retail, workshops and a co-working space created to empower and ... »
Queen's Park, Wellesley Street West, Toronto
July 6, 2019 To September 1, 2019
4163250061
Free
Join us for a fun family program on the weekends at the Legislative Building during the summer! During this one hour program designed for families with children ... »
Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, North York
June 29, 2019 To September 8, 2019
4163971351
$0
Toronto Botanical Garden’s outdoor African art exhibition “ZimSculpt” showcases hundreds of stone sculptures by over a dozen contemporary Zimbabwean artists. Explore show-stopping, jaw-dropping display of over 500 ... »
Centre Place, 320 Richmond St E, Toronto
June 18, 2019 To September 3, 2019
Free
Breathing, relaxation, and guided exercises. All levels, spiritual types, religious backgrounds, and gender identities and expressions are welcome. Experience deep relaxation; learn to manage stress and anxiety; ... »
Yonge-Dundas Square, 1 Dundas Street East, Toronto
June 10, 2019 To September 2, 2019
Free
Get refreshed this summer at Yonge-Dundas Square with the Yoga in the Square series, with mats and ambassadors provided by lululemon. This series marks the second year ... »
Bellair St. and Cumberland St., Toronto
June 7, 2019 To September 7, 2019
Free
Bloor-Yorkville is excited to host residents and visitors for another season of the Summer Music in the Park music series taking place throughout the summer in the ... »
Trinity Street, The Distillery District, Toronto
June 1, 2019 To September 2, 2019
Free
The best Canadian artists play the Distillery District’s Trinity Square stage! »
Ontario Place, 955, Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
May 31, 2019 To September 29, 2019
416-314-9900
FREE admission!
Join us from Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 2 for the start of our summer programming! The summer of 2019 at Ontario Place will be the place you want ... »
Various Venues, Toronto
May 5, 2019 To October 20, 2019
416.586.8097
$0
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. »
All great options, great list! I have had the pleasure of taking my kids to the Canada Kids Festival. It was a great event, and we all had a great time. I will have to check out a few of the other things on your list and see what we can do! Thanks for sharing.
some great stuff here; thx!