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10 free things to do in Toronto this April

Free events in Toronto for April 2019 are here to save you a chunk of change while still getting out and about and doin' stuff. With all this cannabis stuff, this year's 420 celebration is going to be a good one while Record Store Day returns and there's free goodies to be had.

  • Free events you don't want to miss
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • April 2
      Back again is this Toronto-themed bagel giveaway at stores all over the city where you can drop by and grab six bagels free of charge.
      Multiple Venues
    • April 4-6
      The fashions stars of tomorrow are showing their design creations at this annual showcase that plots trends and innovations in the industry.
      Daniels Spectrum
    • April 5
      New this year is this ideas-based festival taking place at campuses all over, with talks and events that highlight cutting-edge thinking.
      Multiple Venues
    • April 6
      Taking place at galleries all over the world at the same time, Slow Art Day encourages patrons to view art slowly and talk about their experiences.
    • April 9
      The start of spring means ice cream season and Ben & Jerry's has you covered with a free scoop in celebration of Free Cone Day.
      Ryerson University
    • April 13
      Record Store Day returns to local shops all over the city with an international celebration of all things vinyl, featuring live performances and parties.
      Multiple Venues
    • April 16
      Fireside Tales returns to the great outdoors with a bring-your-own-blanket storytelling session around the fire, complete with hot cocoa.
      Dufferin Grove Park
    • April 20
      It's never been a better time to celebrate 420 in Toronto, and this year is celebrating legalization with a big gathering in Nathan Phillips Square to smoke up and chill out.
      Woodbine Park
    • April 22
      Celebrate the planet at this annual Earth Day Festival with a day of family-friendly activities like seed ball making, sing-alongs and nature walks.
      Downsview Park
    • April 28
      The MOCA is opening for free once again for patrons to explore through its beautiful new space and see its various exhibitions.
    Lead photo by

    Hector Vasquez

Lead photo by

Hector Vasquez


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