Things to do in Toronto this October (Oct 22nd to 31st)
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Things to do in Toronto this October (Oct 22nd to 31st)
Our picks for fun stuff to do in Toronto this October
Here is our round-up of fun things to do in Toronto in the fourth week of October
This list includes art shows, community events, fashion shows, workshops, festivals, farmers markets, and fun activities!
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Activities
September 22nd to October 29th - Halloween Haunt (Canada's Wonderland)
Canada's Wonderland Halloween Hunt returns in the fall, transforming the theme park into a scream park filled with Halloween attractions that offer unforgettable thrills and unspeakable horror. There will be eight mazes, terrifying scare zones, hundreds of monsters, thrilling night rides, and fantastic live entertainment, including the return of the Day of the Dead Festival in this immersive experience.
Where: Canada's Wonderland, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6
When: September 22nd to Oct 29th, Select Date Hours
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $50. Other price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
September 23rd to October 29th - Camp Spooky (Canada's Wonderland)
Camp Spooky is back to Canada's Wonderland this fall with family-friendly daytime Halloween activities and attractions every weekend. This activity-based event features trick-or-treating, a kids' Halloween costume parade, live shows with The PEANUTS gang, meet n' greets with Halloween characters, all your favorite rides, and much more!Â
Camp Spooky is a must-attend event with the kids during the Halloween season.
Where: Canada's Wonderland, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6
When: September 23rd to Oct 29th, Saturdays and Sundays
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $44. Other price packages are available.
Grab your tickets here.
September 30th to October 31st - PumpkinVilleTO
Lots of pumpkins. More Pumpkins and More Pumpkins!!!
PumpkinVille TO provides a fun-interactive experience during the fall, featuring pumpkin sculptures, a pumpkin patch in the city, a striking nighttime lights display, midway rides, games, and more!
This outdoor pumpkin-themed experience allows attendees to view, interact, and navigate epic pumpkin sculptures, houses, and villages inside a candy forest with over 30,000 real pumpkins.
Where: 500 Progress Ave, Scarborough, M1P 2K2
When: September 30th to Oct 31st,
Thursdays and Fridays, 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $13. Other price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
September 30th to October 31st - Martino Manor
One of the city's scariest attractions is back just in time for Halloween, a 3-story haunted house filled with authentic Victorian and Depression Era decor. Venture through an outdoor maze featuring a well home, mausoleum, morgue, chapel, and solarium. With many live actors, cutting-edge animatronics, and film-quality set design, your courage will be put to the test. Prepare for spine-tingling chills and unforgettable scares.
Where: 7 McIntosh Ave, Etobicoke, ON M8Y 3C8
When: September 30th to October 31st, Select Dates. View event times and schedule here.
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $20- $30 at the door.
September 30th to October 31st - Halloween Nights of Lights
Halloween Nights of Lights is back for its fourth year, providing an immersive walk-through Halloween experience featuring more than 2 million LED and RGB lights animated and synchronized to your favorite Halloween tunes. This must-attended event also features real Pumpkin Sculptures, a Pumpkin Patch, Amusement Rides and games, Food Trucks, Dog-friendly Dates, a licensed bar area for drinks, and more!
Come have fun and take lots of Instagrammable photos!
Where: 500 Progress Ave, Scarborough, M1P 2K2
When: September 30th to Oct 31st,
Thursdays to Sundays, 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $20. Other price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st - General Trivia at Snakes & Lattes Annex (Toronto)
Show off your general knowledge at one of Toronto's best Trivia locations! Join them every Tuesday in October for a fun trivia session. Trivia will cover music, movies & TV, celebrities, sports, food, games, and more.Â
There will be free popcorn for everyone, and a $50 Gift Card will be awarded to the first-place team!
Where: Snakes & Lattes Annex, 600 Bloor Street West Toronto, ON M6G 1K4Â
When: October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets go for $14. Grab your tickets here
October 4th, 11th, 18th , and 25th - College Mix & Mingle at Snakes & Lattes College (Toronto)
Snakes & Lattes invites you to their board game mix and mingle! Meet and make new friends in a chill environment with good vibes while enjoying board games and happy hour!
There will be food & drink specials all night. Game admission is $10 per guest.
Where: Snakes & Lattes College, 489 College Street, Toronto, ON M6G 1A5 andÂ
When: October 4th, 11th, 18th , and 25th, 6:00 pm
Admission: Free. Reserve your spot here.
October 21st, 22nd, 28th, and 29th - HALLOWEEN AT THE VILLAGE
Spooky Spooky. Eerie!
Take part in ghastly fun activities and hair-raising happenings this Halloween with other community members in Toronto.
Help with grisly experiments during the Slimy Science Show, using gooey concoctions to bring a pumpkin to life! Enjoy trick-or-treating among our heritage buildings, then spill your guts to the Village's doctor while learning about messy medicine.
Where: Black Creek Pioneer Village, 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, Toronto, ON
When: October 21st, 22nd, 28th, and 29th, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets range from $18 - $22. Grab your tickets here
October 23rd - Game Designer Night at Snakes & Lattes College (Toronto)
Meet local game designers, kick back, and chill after work in Toronto's most excellent board game bar and restaurant. At this time, expect to playtest board game prototypes, access Snakes & Lattes's extensive games library, enjoy full-service food and drinks, and meet like-minded creators to exchange ideas.
Where: Snakes & Lattes College, 489 College Street, Toronto, ON M6G 1A5
When: October 23rd, 6:00 pm
Admission: Free. Reserve your spot here.
October 24th- Candlelight: Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, Otis Redding and the Birth of Soul
Discover and enjoy the music of Ray Charles, Sam Cooke, and Otis Redding at Paradise Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight. View more information about the event on FEVERÂ here.
Where: 1006c Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6H 1M2, Canada, M6H 1M2
When: October 24th. View event times and schedule here
Admission: Priced. Various price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
October 10th and 24th - Midtown Board Game Mix & Mingle at Snakes & Lattes Midtown (Toronto)
Snakes & Lattes invites you to their board game mix and mingle! Meet and make new friends in a chill environment with good vibes while enjoying board games and happy hour!
There will be food & drink specials all night. Game admission is $10 per guest.
Where: Snakes & Lattes Midtown, 45 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, ON M4P 1G6
When: October 10th and 24th, 6:00 pm
Admission: Free. Reserve your spot here.
October 14th and 28th - Boulder Parc Community Yoga
Scarborough's first boutique indoor climbing gym, Boulder Parc, welcomes yoga enthusiasts to enjoy the serenity of an otherwise space. Yoga at the Parc offers a unique opportunity to stretch, breathe, and relax on the open floor, with room for 50 students.
This event is suitable for all levels of experience and fitness.
Where: Boulder Parc, 1415 Morningside Avenue Unit 2 Toronto, ON M1B 3J1
When: October 14th and 28th, View event times and schedule here
Admission: Priced. Tickets go for $14. Grab your tickets here
October 31st - Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Los Angeles Kings
Beat LA! Come rep the Leafs as they take on Los Angeles's Kings in a potentially intense classic matchup.
Where: Scotiabank Arena, 40 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 2X2
When: October 31st, 8:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Various price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
Art Shows/Exhibitions
September 23rd to October 22nd - Traces of Us - Immersive Art Exhibition
Traces of Us is a fusion of multimedia and virtual reality installations that bridge guests to Toronto's rich and diverse diasporic identities. You can view more information about the artists here.
Where: Stackt Market, 28 Bathurst Street, Toronto + The Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen Street West
When: September 23rd to October 22nd,
Admission: Free.
October 5th to November 4th - Our Hair Holds Memories | Ehiko Odeh
Curated by Joséphine Denis, 'Our Hair Holds Memories' illustrates black hairstyles, hair products, and tools while exploring themes of intimacy, vulnerability, and trust from hair braiding and styling.
Odeh's work is inspired by the hand-painted advertisements commonly seen outside hair salons across Africa and the Caribbean, designed to showcase the stylist's capabilities and attract potential clients. Her fluid brushwork and choice of colors evoke the aging and weathering of these wall ads, capturing the passage of time on the facades of hair salons.
This exhibition is in partnership with RBC Emerging Artists.
Where: Black Artist's Network & Dialog (BAND) Gallery Pop-up, 401 Richmond Street West Toronto, ON, M5V 3A8
When: October 5th to November 4th, Gallery Hours
Admission: Free
October 26th to 29th - Art Toronto
From October 26th to 29th, Art Toronto transforms downtown Toronto into an artistic hub showcasing over 100 galleries across Canada and abroad.
This event brings together over 20,000 collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts yearly.
This year's opening Night celebration will benefit the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, the largest institution in the country exclusively dedicated to collecting the work of Canadian artists.
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6
When: October 26th to 29th, View event times and schedule here
Admission: Priced. Various price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
October 29th - Toronto Made Market Fall Show
Toronto Made Market returns for a delightful fall show showcasing Toronto's local artisans, vendors, and producers at the picturesque Daniels Spectrum.
There will be a wide range of vendor products to shop from, including handmade jewelry, fashion, art, delectable baked goods, seasonal home decor, and lots more!
This event will feature fall flavors, an autumn-inspired photo wall for the best IG pics, raffle draws, and many fun activities.
Where: Daniels Spectrum, 585 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5A 2B7
When: October 29th, 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Admission: Free. Reserve your spot here.
October 31st - Music for a Young King
From one score to the next, using works by Cavalli and Lully and popular songs from its award-winning album, "Aux marches du Palais,"Â
Music for a Young King is a harmonic poem that tells the fabulous story of one of the world's most famous palaces.
Imagine the Louvre today attracting visitors worldwide during the illustrious reigns of Henry IV and Louis XIV. Versailles was still a hamlet and the seat of kings in the heart of Paris, between the Seine's murmur and the suburbs' roar. Life, song, and dance were prominent in the palace, where the most refined and exquisite music punctuated every day.Â
Where: Spadina Theatre, 24 Spadina Rd, Toronto, ON M5R 2S7
When: October 31st, 8:00 pm
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $18. Grab your tickets here
Beauty/ Fashion Shows
October 24th - Startup Fashion Weekâ„¢ - Opening Party
Startup Fashion Week kicks off its 10th annual event on October 24th with an opening fun-filled party providing the opportunity to meet and network with 200+ guests from Toronto's fashion industry. There will be speakers, fashion experts, designers, enthusiasts, vendors and more!
Where: Mister Wolf, 567 Queen Street West Toronto, ON M5V 2B6
When: October 24th, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Regular tickets go for $7. Grab your tickets here
October 26th - Startup Fashion Weekâ„¢ Business of Fashion Conferenceâ„¢
As part of its activities for the Fashion Week, Startup Fashion Weekâ„¢ hosts their 10th annual Business of Fashion Conference. Attendees can network and hear insights from notable industry speakers, make new connections, and gain valuable resources.
Where: The Fasshion Zone, 110 Bond St. Living & Dining Rooms, 4th floor Party Rooms Toronto, ON M5B 1X8
When: October 26th, 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Admission: Priced. Regular tickets go for $50. Grab your tickets here
October 27th - Startup Fashion Weekâ„¢ Runway ShowÂ
Startup Fashion Week celebrates emerging entrepreneurs, designers, and other creatives breaking into the fashion industry in their 10th annual event in Toronto! There will be an incredible lineup of talent! This year's theme will be 'Mirror Mirror'. This event is 19+.
Where: Daniels Spectrum, 585 Dundas St E Toronto, ON M5A 2B7
When: October 27th, 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Admission: Priced. Regular tickets go for $50. Grab your tickets here
Conventions/Live Events/Shows
October 26th - Spectre
Spectre fuses hip-hop, classical, and contemporary dance. Spectre (MD Company) is a choreographic creation by David Milôme. Artists will dance their joys, sorrows, fits of anger, and freedoms, scorned by these hints of uncertainty. There is only one step from the control to the loss of control.
Where: Spadina Theatre, 24 Spadina Rd, Toronto, ON M5R 2S7
When: October 26th, 8:00 pm
Admission: Priced. General Tickets go for $18. Grab your tickets here
October 26th - Ms. Lauryn Hill & Fugees: Miseducation of Lauryn Hill 25th Anniv. Tour
Grammy winner, Lauryn Hill hits the road to take on and perform her 1998 solo project's songs(The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill) along with a Fugees reunion
Where: The Danforth Music Hall,
When: October 26th, 7:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Various price packages are available. Grab your tickets here.
October 27th to 29th - TORONTO SKI + SNOWBOARD SHOW
Toronto Ski + Snowboard Show brings a community of winter lovers to get informed about the latest and greatest products, consider travel opportunities, find great deals with the many retail exhibitors, or participate in Canada's most extensive ski and snowboard swap. In addition to the equipment, travel, and retail exhibitors, this event will feature several interactive fun activities for families.
Where: The International Centre, 6900 Airport Road Mississauga, ON L4V 1E8
When: October 27th to 29th,
October 27th, 2:00 pm - 9:30 pm
October 28th, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
October 29th, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Admission: Priced. Various Price Packages Available. Grab your tickets here.
Educational Shows/Workshops and Wellness Events
October 21st and 22nd - Franchise Canada Show Toronto
The Franchise Canada Show Toronto provides attendees with the ultimate destination and opportunity to discover a wide range of franchise opportunities in Ontario. The event features exhibitors representing various industries, from food and beverage to retail and services. Attendees will have the chance to explore countless business models, network, and learn about franchising directly from the business owners.
Where: Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Road Toronto, ON M9W 1J1
When: October 21st and 22nd, View event times and schedule here
Admission: Free. Reserve your spot here.
October 29th - Classic Chocolate Making Workshop by Chocolate Tales
Chocolate Tales presents a beginner classic Chocolate-making Workshop ideal for excited beginners and any chocolate lover wanting a hands-on introduction into the world of chocolate making!
At this workshop, you will learn theÂ
Unique History of Chocolate
Chocolate Tasting
Tempering & Molding Demonstration
Truffle Making & Decorating
Lava Cake Decorating
Truffle Box Take Home and more!
This workshop is suitable for all ages and levels of learning.
Where: Kitchen 24, 100 Marmora Street, Toronto, ON M9M 2X5
When: October 29th, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets go for $74. Grab your tickets here
Entrepreneurship/Tech Events
October 30th - Small Business Forum 2023
The City of Toronto hosts a complimentary in-person event to support small businesses in Toronto. The Small Business Forum will feature
primary stage programming with keynote speakers and expert panels from a wide range of sectors,
the Nobellum Innovathon Pitch,
concurrent workshops, panels, and other sessions,
speed mentorship,
a vibrant Indigenous Market, and
a trade show hosting a diverse display of small business services and goods providers.
This year's event theme will focus on 'Future-Proofing Businesses through Innovation & Sustainability'. You can find more information about the event here.
Festivals/Fairs
Sept 22nd to Oct 15th - Ontario Culture Days
The Ontario Culture Days Festival is a multi-week annual celebration of arts, culture, and heritage each fall across the province in various hubs. You can view the select hub locations here.
Where: Various
When: September 22nd to October 15th. View event times and schedule here.
Admission: Free
October 18th to 29th - Next Stage Theatre Festival
Next Stage Theatre is back for its 16th year. Enjoy six high-level productions in this vibrant and experimental season through October. This festival provides an event for everyone, from electric music to episodic performances.
Come and experience music, movement, fun, and raw emotion from six talented companies poised and ready for their next stage.Â
Where: Buddies in Bad Times Theatre
When: October 18th to 29th, View event times and schedule here
Admission: Priced. Tickets go for $20 per show. Grab your tickets here.
October 18th to 22nd - Toronto After Dark Film Festival
Toronto After Dark Film Festival to showcase the best and new horror, sci-fi, and action cinema flicks from around the world over five nights in the heart of Toronto's downtown Entertainment District.
The festival will screen around 40 amazing new films, both features and shorts. Filmmakers will attend for lively Q & A's with the fans following their movie screening.
Where: Scotiabank Theatre, 259 Richmond St West, Toronto
When: October 18th to 22nd, View event times and schedule here
Admission: Priced. Tickets at the door for $14.99
October 20th to 22nd -Toronto Audio Fest
The Toronto Audiofest is an annual gathering of audio enthusiasts, audiophiles, music lovers, manufacturers, and producers who share the same passion for music and outstanding audio sounds.
Attendees can show, meet audio manufacturers and like-minded community members, and shop hundreds of brands and products in a festive, quality environment.
Where: The Westin Toronto Airport, 950 Dixon Road Toronto, ON M9W 5N4
When: October 20th to 22nd, View event times and schedule here
Admission: Priced. Single Day Tickets go for $20. Grab your tickets here
October 23rd - Fall Into Spice: Rhum Corner by Spice Food & Wine Event Series.
Spice Food & Wine Event Series resumes its Fall Into Spice dinner series with a showcase of Caribbean-centric dishes.
Attendees will have a 5-course meal curated by the Rhum Corner team at this dinner. Each course will be paired with wine. Three of the five courses will come with a pairing of wine and rum!
Where: Rhum Corner, 926 Dundas Street West Toronto, ON M6J 1W3
When: October 23rd, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Admission: Priced. Tickets go for $161. Grab your tickets here
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