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Lisa Power
Posted on August 17, 2018
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10 things to do in Toronto today

Radar
Lisa Power
Posted on August 17, 2018
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Happy Friday! The CNE is where you'll find everyone this weekend (if you're not sure where to start, here's a handy guide), while other events in Toronto today include a big astronomy party, a free concert, an outdoor film screening, and some Drake yoga.

  • Events you might want to check out
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • Indie Fridays
      August 17
      Indie Fridays
      Up-and-coming musicians perform for free in the heart of downtown, also featuring graffiti artists and a beer garden.
      Yonge–Dundas Square
    • Jurassic Park
      August 17
      Jurassic Park
      Get your fill of a shirtless Jeff Goldblum, Newman and Laura Dern in this outdoor screening of the Spielberg classic that just keeps on giving.
      Oakridge Park
    • Fantastic Planet
      August 17
      Fantastic Planet
      Catch a screening of René Laloux's classic animated film that broke new ground in the genre of sci-fi with its imaginative storytelling and challenging themes.
      The Royal Cinema
    • Sate
      August 17
      Sate
      Toronto's own Sate uses her powerful voice to sing about love and loss alongside shy kids, Moscoe and Shame Agent.
      Lee's Palace
    • Astronomy On Tap T.O.
      August 17
      Astronomy On Tap T.O.
      Astro enthusiasts, rejoice! An out-of-this world party is on with drinks, astronomy news, mind-expanding talks, games, prizes and cosmic merch.
      The Great Hall
    • Dean Brody
      August 17
      Dean Brody
      Canadian country superstar Dean Brody has been a busy man, starring in a documentary, winning awards, and making a stop in Toronto for the night.
      Budweiser Stage
    • Small World Music Festival
      August 17-19
      Small World Music Festival
      The traditional and cutting-edge come together for a showcase of music from all over the world, including art and dance, all weekend long.
      Harbourfront Centre
    • Three Identical Strangers
      August 17-30
      Three Identical Strangers
      The uncanny resemblance of three boys living in New York City in the '80s leads to the discovery of an unusual origin story in this new documentary.
      Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
    • CNE
      August 17 - September 3
      CNE
      Try a gold burger, catch a concert and ride on a 91 year-old tilt-a-whirl (don't worry, it's safe) and more at the city's annual downtown carnival.
      Exhibition Place
    • Drake Yoga
      August 17 - October 26
      Drake Yoga
      Namaste for what? Stretch, breathe and flex to the tune of Aubrey during this weekly yoga class featuring hip-hop and R&B hits.
      Lululemon Queen Street
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    Yonge-Dundas Square
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Yonge-Dundas Square

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