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Weekend Activities and Events in Toronto
A weekly digest of What’s On in Toronto including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, and fun activities: Few weekday events are also listed.
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Contents:
- In-person/Drive-Through events
- Explore GTA – Nature Attractions
- Virtual Events & Festivals like Fringe Theatre Festival and other online events etc.
Visit Toronto Attractions:
Many attractions are opennow including Aga Khan Museum, Art Gallery of Ontario, Casa Loma, Toronto Zoo, Museum of Illusions, Treetop Trekking and more!
Online; Food Pick up - Riverdale Hub, 1326 Gerrard St E, Toronto
July 12, 2020
$14-$17
Live DJ Dance Party is a charity event located in the East End of Toronto. Pick up your Plant – Based Shawarma Bowl “Bear Bowl” made popular by ... »
York-Durham Heritage Railway, 19 Railway Street, Uxbridge
July 11, 2020 To August 29, 2020
905-852-3696
$17.99 to $24.99
Have a fun day with the whole family at York-Durham Heritage Park & Railway. Take a beautiful drive out to Uxbridge. Come help us cellebrate our Heritage ... »
York-Durham Heritage Railway, 19 Railway Street, Uxbridge
July 11, 2020 To July 25, 2020
905-852-3696
$69.99 +charges
Come and enjoy our Heritage Summer High Tea. From the beautiful fresh flowers on the table, spotless linen tablecloths, to the scrumptious homemade treats to enjoy, this ... »
Online & Kits Delivered
July 8, 2020
$95
Learn the art of Japanese Kokedama (while sipping on a cocktail!) with Peter and Paul’s! Gifts, live, from the comfort of your home on July 8th ... »
Toronto Zoo, Meadowvale Road, Toronto
July 6, 2020 To July 19, 2020
$32 &up
The new Scenic Safari driving route will allow guests to see the Zoo’s animals from the comfort and safety of their own vehicle along a 3.4 kilometres ... »
Various Ontario Waterbodies
July 4, 2020 To July 19, 2020
FREE
Introduce a friend to fishing or go out on your own of join an event. OFFE is a province-wide opportunity for Canadian residents to fish Ontario licence-free. ... »
Pickering Museum Village, Concession Road 6, Greenwood
July 3, 2020 To August 28, 2020
$20 Per Car
Join Nellie 170 years ago during the time of Pickering’s Boom as she takes you on a guided audio tour by car of the Pickering Museum Village. ... »
1 Yonge St, Toronto
July 1, 2020 To September 30, 2020
$34.99 & up
From the originators of the Parisian Atelier des Lumières exhibition that has been seen by more than two million visitors worldwide and has inspired the global ... »
Pier 6, 207 Queens Quay West, Toronto
July 1, 2020 To December 31, 2020
866-627-7672
Prices start at $34.95 for Sip & Sail and from $26.95 (children’s rates from $20.95) for Harbour Tour
Starting Wednesday, July 1 - and just in time for Canada Day - Mariposa by Hornblower is resuming its operations, offering a fresh selection of cruise experiences out ... »
In your neighbourhood
June 27, 2020 To July 11, 2020
416-730 8299
Individuals $20
This is our 36th Anniversary of the Walk of Life which raises fund for Cardiovascular rehabilitation programs. This year our event is a virtual Walk of Life ... »
Stardust Drive-In, 893 Mt Albert Rd, Newmarket
June 27, 2020 To July 9, 2020
613-732-2136
$16 to $35
Enjoy a movie under the stars. July 3 – 5 SCREEN 1 The Invisible Man 9:50 PM The Hunt 12:20 AM SCREEN 2 Jumanji: The Next Level 9:40 PM Ghostbusters 12:10 AM SCREEN 3 Bad Boys for ... »
The Senator, 249 Victoria Street, Toronto
June 26, 2020 To September 6, 2020
Free
The historic and incomparable Senator Restaurant, long associated with live music, proudly introduces a new LIVE concert series for the summer: the ‘Senator Serenade from the Balcony’ — ... »
5 Drive-In, Ninth Line, Oakville
June 22, 2020 To July 9, 2020
905-257-8272
$13 - $38
Head to 5 Drive-in to enjoy a movie under the stars. »
Hotel X Toronto, Newfoundland Road, Toronto
June 21, 2020 To July 31, 2020
$28 to $33 per class
Open 7 days a week, the experience will take place in 50 outdoor private, clear, frameless, geodesic domes, allowing for a personal and relaxing experience – all while maintaining a ... »
852 King St W, Toronto
June 20, 2020 To October 18, 2020
Free
Curbside Collective will be hosting a mini Farmers Market & Street Food Pop-up on our front patio every Saturday. The Farmers Market will host 1 to 2 vendors from ... »
Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Avenue, Toronto
June 13, 2020 To October 31, 2020
4165961495
0
As Evergreen works towards the safe gradual reopening of Evergreen Brick Works, the modified outdoor Saturday Farmers Market is now operating to bring local and in-season food ... »
Kensington Flea Market, 216 Augusta Avenue, Toronto
June 13, 2020 To October 18, 2020
Free
Kensington Flea a mainstay of Toronto’s outdoor summer Markets– is back for the 2020 Spring & Summer Season! A uniquely Kensington experience, this open-air market features a ... »
Mercado Negro, 1370 St Clair Ave W, Toronto
June 13, 2020 To July 26, 2020
Cost of food
A Tripa is a Portuguese style undercooked crepe made in a waffle iron, originally from the Aveiro region and filled with ovos moles but can also be ... »
Indian River Reptile Zoo, 2206 County Road 38, Indian River
May 26, 2020 To July 19, 2020
$16.93 per car
Come see what all the noise is about!! You have the chance to drive your family through a land of Dinosaurs! Indian River Reptile & Dinosaur Park ... »
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Online
July 11, 2020
6478783355
Free
This interactive webinar for post-secondary students and recent graduates will discuss: mental health, stressors and coping mechanisms during COVID-19, while dealing with career, educational and economic uncertainty ... »
Online, Toronto
July 5, 2020 To July 23, 2020
Free
Bringing the Garden closer than ever! “Man plans; God laughs,” as the saying goes. As soon as it became clear that we would not be able to ... »
Online
July 3, 2020 To August 28, 2020
Free
Tune in to JAZZ.FM91 for Toronto Jazz Festival Summer Concert series. »
Online
July 2, 2020 To July 12, 2020
4164082754
Free Admission
To follow physical distancing guidelines, Toronto Outdoor Art Fair has pivoted our 59th anniversary online. Now adapted as Toronto Online Art Fair, we have created an e-commerce ... »
Online
July 1, 2020 To September 1, 2020
FREE
2020 Guild Alive with Culture Arts Festival will be ONLINE starting July 1st, 2020. The Guild Alive with Culture Arts Festival Committee is proud to support all our Artisan ... »
Online, Toronto
June 29, 2020 To August 21, 2020
$1,225
This program is designed for late high school (grades 11 and 12) and undergraduate participants of all disciplines who are interested in architecture. This program is open to all ... »
Online
June 26, 2020 To August 14, 2020
4032580819
$20
We have been so amazed and overjoyed at the enthusiastic response to our recent Virtual Trivia Nights, that we are announcing a special Virtual Trivia Summer Series, ... »
Online, Toronto
June 19, 2020 To July 10, 2020
FREE
In honour of the one year anniversary of the biggest moment in Raptors history, it’s nice to see they’re staying active in the community. Assistant ... »
Online
June 15, 2020 To August 7, 2020
Free
Discover a new opera every week through hands-on activities and other fun learning prompts, watch the opera, and share their work with a global community of young ... »
Online
June 15, 2020 To August 17, 2020
$1.00
REGISTER TODAY FOR FREE VIRTUAL DANCE CLASSES FROM JUNE 2020 TO AUGUST 2020 for ages 2+ in Ballet, Jazz, Acro, Lyrical, Tap, Musical Theatre, Fitness, Yoga, Meditation, Zumba and more ... »
Where ever You are
June 1, 2020 To December 31, 2020
Minimum $5 Donation
Race day is 100% unique to you and your birthday or the friend/family member's birthday that you're supporting. On race day, choose the route of your choice ... »
From Toronto and Territories to National Parks Across Canada.
Go on train rides across the Alps, go inside catacombs and more!
Ongoing Events
I. Family & Kids Activities
Fun with TPL
Get a TPL card online and use these 10 Free Toronto Public Library Services. Details
Visit Zoo Animals Online
Zoos across Canada have decided to bring their inhabitants to your home. Here is a list of places where you can watch wildlife online.
Science Experiments to Do at Home with Kids
Here are a few easy fun science activities/experimentsthat are easy and super fun in addition to being educational.
Did you know that the Saskatchewan Science Centre in Regina is posting online content? Check them out online for fun science time!
25 Fun Things to Do with Kids Inside Your Home
Things to Do With Teens During COVID-19 Days
Canadian Museums & Museums Across the World Online
With the advent of technology and widespread availability of the internet, the world is now at your fingertips. You can travel to distant lands, tour famous museums, all from the comfort of your home.
II. Live Music
Free & Paid Online Music Classes and Resources for Kids
Music Concerts to Watch Online
Watch a few of the 50+ online concerts scheduled this weekend.
III. Theatre & Performing Arts
Theatre Performances From Across the World
With Covid-19 pandemic forcing theatres to shut their doors, many performing art centres have taken to being open virtually. Watch Bolshoi Ballet’s The Nutcracker to Gounod’s Roméo et Juliette from the Metropolitan Opera this weekend. DetailsVarious, time limits for watching, varies from 24 hours to a week.
IV. Outdoor activities
Homebound Astronomy
The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada is hosting introductory astronomy sessions called Homebound Astronomy to help Canadians keep learning about the sky from your own from your backyard during COVID-19.Details
Every Tuesday and Thursday at 2:30pm to 3:30pm and Also uploaded to Youtube
V. Online & General Events
- Canadian Blood Servicesis urging all healthy eligible blood donors to book and keep their appointments as there has been a recent spike in appointment cancellations in several cities related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Help Local Businesses
The shutdown of businesses except essential services is hurting local businesses. Check out the ways in which you can help them. Details
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- GTA Restaurants Open for Take-Out
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See Free Movies
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We do try to make the listings as accurate as possible, but there might be errors/Events may be cancelled or postponed without any notice. Verify all details from concerned Event Websites/officials.
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The Toronto Zoo Drive Thru isn’t free…tickets need to be bought online.