A list of free places to visit, free upcoming events and free activities in Toronto and GTA.Free Things to Do in Toronto: Activities, Events & Places to See
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Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
February 1, 2026 To August 31, 2026
(416) 973-4000
Free
The latest series from Ghanaian-Canadian multidisciplinary artist and LEGO® sculptor, Ekow Nimako. The 16 new artworks in this series thread together elements of West African mask-making traditions, science ... »
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University of Toronto Art Centre, 15 King’s College Circle, Toronto
February 25, 2026 To August 1, 2026
Free
Land. Sea. Sugar. Salt: Terrestrial and Aquatic Contemplations of the Caribbean offers a space of reflection about the Caribbean through the work of eleven artists, who continue ... »
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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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Toronto Music Garden, 479 Queens Quay West, Toronto
June 21, 2026 To August 27, 2026
(416) 973-4000
Free
Summer Music in the Garden is an intimate live music experience by the waterfront, occurring Thursdays at 7pm and Sundays at 4pm all summer. Presenting a multicultural ... »
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Memorial Park Multi-Purpose Trail, 2 Park Dr, Whitchurch-Stouffville
July 23, 2026 To August 27, 2026
Free
SKATEVAN, the new roller skating pop-up from SUSO Skate Co, is rolling into Stouffville every Thursday until the end of August. Free roller skate rentals provided by ... »
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The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, 203-489 College Street, Toronto
July 29, 2026
6476577868
Free
Join the RASC for an evening of FREE astronomy fun, including museum tours, stargazing, and hands-on activities for all ages! Discover Astronomy, Explore the Universe – FREE astronomy ... »
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Bodhi Meditation Toronto Centre, 180 Yorkland Blvd., North York
August 1, 2026 To August 2, 2026
6478120187
Free
Healthy Living Festival 2026 is a FREE indoor festival for the whole family celebrating healthy living, happy families, and a greener future. Enjoy cultural performances, wellness activities, community ... »
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Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
Free
The biggest Latino-Canadian celebration in Mississauga is coming your way! MISSISSAUGA LATIN FESTIVAL 2026 will celebrate its 18th anniversary by bringing you non-stop entertainment, mouthwatering LATINO food, folklore, ... »
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Outdoor Plaza at Burlington Performing Arts Centre, 440 Locust Street, Burlington
August 7, 2026 To August 9, 2026
9054644516
Free
Jazz on the Plaza is BPAC’s beloved free summer concert series, transforming our Outdoor Plaza into a lively gathering place for music, community, and warm summer ... »
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Assembly Park, 80 Interchange Way, Vaughan
August 8, 2026 To August 9, 2026
Free or to $5
The Taco & Tequila Festival is a vibrant celebration of food, drinks, music, and community, bringing together taco lovers and tequila enthusiasts for an unforgettable festival experience. ... »
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Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre, 14732 Woodbine Avenue, Stouffville
August 9, 2026
9057278954
Free
Join us as exhibitors from across southern Ontario display their prized antique and classic cars at the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum’s Annual Antique & Classic Car Show! This ... »
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Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
August 14, 2026 To August 16, 2026
Free
Japan Festival CANADA introduces Japanese Food, Culture and Technologies to the large community of Mississauga and Canada. Experience Japan! This culturally colourful event attracts many visitors to ... »
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Mississauga Celebration Square, City Centre Drive, Mississauga
August 21, 2026 To August 22, 2026
Free
Mississauga ITALFEST is a free festival that shares Italian heritage and culture with the citizens of Mississauga and beyond. ITALFEST is a celebration of Italian arts, history, ... »
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Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St. West, Toronto
August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free
A weekend celebration of Filipino food, music, culture, fashion and art. With over 50 vendors, Mabuhay Philippines Festival will certainly introduce you to traditional Filipino streetfood and innovative ... »
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Thomson Memorial Park, 1005 Brimley Road, Scarborough
August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026
416-345-1613
Free
Experience the Ultimate Celebration of African & Caribbean Culture! Join us for the 15th annual Afro-Carib Fest 2026, an award-winning, FREE weekend festival that celebrates the vibrant Afro-Caribbean ... »
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Yorkville. Toronto
August 22, 2026 To August 23, 2026
Free
YVM takes place August 22–23, 2026, transforming the neighbourhood into an open-air gallery of contemporary art, with programming spanning public art, music, wellness, and cultural experiences. Under the theme “... »
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Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr, Etobicoke
August 26, 2026
Free (RSVP)
Witness the early stages of development for two distinct pieces of dance choreography by Process+Practice Residency artists Pulga Muchochoma and Kass Prus. This unique experience offers ... »
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Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
August 28, 2026 To August 30, 2026
Free Event
TAIWANfest is an annual cultural celebration that deepens connections between Taiwan, Canada and the wider world. This year, a bold dialogue with Scotland arrives at Harbourfront Centre, ... »
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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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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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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. This year’s show continues the tradition ... »
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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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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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Bloor Street West between Montgomery Rd and Prince Edward Dr, Toronto
September 11, 2026 To September 13, 2026
Free
Get ready for a weekend of food, music, and family fun at South Etobicoke’s largest street festival! This beloved community event will once again take over ... »
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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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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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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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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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Esplanade Park & Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd, Pickering
November 13, 2026 To November 14, 2026
905.420.4620
Free
Join us for our annual winter season celebration! Watch as we light up Esplanade Park with festive lights and fireworks. Enjoy live entertainment, food vendors, art installations, ... »
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Millennium Square, Liverpool Rd, Pickering
December 5, 2026 To December 12, 2026
905-420-4620
Free
Celebrate the season at Pickering’s Waterfront! Experience the magic of the holidays in Nautical Village and Millennium Square. Enjoy live ice carving displays, festive music and ... »
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