A list of free, fun family, kids and adult activities, festivals, concerts and other events in Toronto during September 2026.
For free admission to Toronto attractions during select days, see Free Family Activities in Toronto & Cheap Ways to Explore Toronto.
Here are few places to go within GTA, Hamilton and Collingwood to see the once silver coloured fish, that is now almost black in colour, making the ... »
Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto
September 28, 2026 To September 30, 2026
Free
Join us for the Annual Indigenous Legacy Gathering, a vibrant celebration of Indigenous culture, community, and intergenerational connection, held at Nathan Phillips Square. Experience a day filled ... »
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David Pecaut Square, 215 King Street West, Toronto
September 26, 2026 To September 27, 2026
Free
For over 35 years, The Word On The Street has showcased the best in Canadian and Indigenous storytelling with hundreds of authors, publishers, and booksellers. Explore the lively ... »
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Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto
September 19, 2026 To September 20, 2026
Free
The Canadian Chrysanthemum and Dahlia Society is holding its annual Dahlia show. Growers display and compete with specialized dahlias judged for symmetry, colour, size, and proper center ... »
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Cabbagetown, Toronto
September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
The free-to-attend family-friendly neighbourhood street festival will entertain and delight visitors with DJs, live music, street performers, artisan stalls and shops, food trucks, pop-up patios and restaurants, ... »
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Marilyn Bell Park, 1095 Lake Shore Boulevard West, Toronto
September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026
416.962.8899
Free
GWN Dragon Boat is proud to present the 31st Annual Tim Hortons GWN Dragon Boat Challenge, taking place on September 12 & 13, 2026 at Toronto’s scenic Marilyn Bell ... »
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Dorsay Community & Heritage Centre, 2365 Concession Road 6, Pickering
September 12, 2026
905-420-4620
Free
Celebrate Pickering’s diversity with unique tastes from local food vendors, interactive activities, live entertainment, roaming performances, and a vendor market. Who is it for? All ages ... »
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Sankofa Square, 1 Dundas St E, Toronto
September 12, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
Your journey to Korea starts here! K-Travel Fest: Hello Korea comes to Toronto’s Sankofa Square on September 12–13, 2026! Presented by the Korea Tourism Organization, this two-day festival ... »
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Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
Philippine Festival showcases local talent that includes a slice of the neighbouring communities with participation from children, youth, adults, seniors, business, professionals, and newcomers. Filipino food, pastries ... »
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Woodside Square South Parking Lot, 1571 Sandhurst Cir, Scarborough
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
The three day weekend Asialicious Carnival, started in 2019, has become an annual attraction celebrating multiculturalism in a fun-filled and entertaining fashion at Woodside Square in Scarborough North. ... »
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Bloor Street West between Montgomery Rd and Prince Edward Dr, Toronto
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
Taste of The Kingsway returns September 11 – 13, 2026, bringing three unforgettable days of food, entertainment, shopping, and family fun to South Etobicoke. Presented by Mantella Corporation, the neighbourhood’s ... »
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Lee Lifeson Art Park, 223 Gladys Allison Place, North York
September 11, 2026 To September 12, 2026
Free
TOES FOR DANCE (TFD) proudly presents the sixth anniversary edition of the vibrant, intercultural Common Ground Dance Festival (CGDF), at Lee Lifeson Art Park in North York. ... »
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The Rose Brampton, 1 Theatre Lane, Brampton
September 10, 2026
4372372367
Free
The Brampton Venture Expo (BVX) is Brampton’s largest technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship event! BVX brings together startups, scaleips, investors, corporates, SMEs, policymakers, ecosystem leaders, and builders ... »
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Marilyn Bell Park, 1095 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
September 5, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Free & Ticketed Areas
Celebrate North America’s longest running air show. The Canadian International Air Show will hold its 77th edition in 2026. The 2026 lineup brings together seasoned favourites and ... »
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Nathan Philips Square, 100 Queen Street West, Toronto
September 4, 2026 To September 6, 2026
Free
Toronto, get ready for an unforgettable spectacle! The seventh annual Toronto Dragon Festival (TDF) returns to Nathan Phillips Square from Friday, September 4 to Sunday, September 6, transforming downtown ... »
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P6 Parking Lot, Square One Shopping Centre, City Centre Drive, Mississauga
September 4, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Free
The Mississauga Moon & Lantern Festival celebrates the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival, one of the most cherished cultural celebrations in many Asian communities. Featuring lantern displays, cultural performances, ... »
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Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr, Etobicoke
September 3, 2026
416 338 7255
Free
Fleeting moments and beauty of urban life captured through watercolour, oils, and gouache paintings that invite viewers to pause, connect and slow down to reflect beautifully in ... »
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Worth Gallery, 830 Dundas St W, Toronto
September 3, 2026 To September 13, 2026
236 688 3977
Free
Art Exhibition: Toronto-based artist Case Mackeen opens Botanical, a solo exhibition of 10 original paintings depicting the flowers and gardens of Corso Italia, at Worth Gallery. Each work ... »
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Scarborough Town Centre, Centre Court , 300 Borough Dr, Scarborough
August 11, 2026 To September 6, 2026
Free
Back-to-school season is about more than checking items off a shopping list. This year, Scarborough Town Centre STC is helping students and families get excited for September ... »
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Power Plant, 231 Queens Quay West, Toronto
April 25, 2026 To September 7, 2026
Free
This spring, The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery invites visitors to freely interact with the artworks in Colourful Parachutes: Imagining Alternative Futures Through the Power of Play, ... »
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some great stuff here; thx!
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.