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Lisa Power
Posted on May 21, 2019
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15 things to do in Toronto this week

Radar
Lisa Power
Posted on May 21, 2019
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Events in Toronto this week offer plenty of things to get you out and about. The AGO's own Infinity Mirror room is opening and if you're under 25, you can see it free. There's a huge poutine festival and Anime North is back. If you're looking to save some cash, there's a list for that, too.

  • Events you might want to check out
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • LANY
      May 21
      LANY
      L.A. indie pop duo LANY keep things sun-soaked with soulful tunes that evoke the carefree days of the 80s for a new generation of easy listener.
      Rebel
    • Hemingway's Anniversary Party
      May 22
      Hemingway's Anniversary Party
      This storied bar is serving up heaps of barbecue and burgers in celebration of 39 years as a Yorkville staple for New Zealand goodies.
      Hemingway's
    • Inside Out
      May 23 - June 2
      Inside Out
      Back again is this film festival dedicated to showcasing works by LGBTQ+ filmmakers about LGBTQ+ people and their stories.
      TIFF Bell Lightbox
    • Friday Night Live
      May 24
      Friday Night Live
      Dance from around the world is the the inspiration for this week's FNL with performances, music, food and drink throughout the museum.
      Royal Ontario Museum
    • Poutine Fest
      May 24-26
      Poutine Fest
      This huge festival dedicated to Canada's national food returns with 13 of Ontario and Quebec's best food trucks on hand to serve up the cheesy goods.
      Yonge-Dundas Square
    • Anime North
      May 24-26
      Anime North
      Start planning your cosplay now because Anime North returns this spring with a weekend of festivities dedicated to all-things Japanese culture.
      Multiple Venues
    • ReelAbilities Film Festival
      May 24 - June 2
      ReelAbilities Film Festival
      Now in its fourth year, ReelAbilities returns to showcase works that focus on Deaf and disability cultures, plus Q&As, performances and workshops.
      Multiple Venues
    • Sing! Toronto
      May 24 - June 2
      Sing! Toronto
      Sing! is back to fill the city with song during this a cappella festival with performances happening all over the city, workshops and free events.
      Multiple Venues
    • AGO Infinity Mirror Room Opening
      May 25
      AGO Infinity Mirror Room Opening
      Get lost in space and time as one of Yayoi Kusama's Infinity Mirrors rooms becomes part of the AGO's permanent collection for all to enjoy.
      Art Gallery of Ontario
    • CBC Music Festival
      May 25
      CBC Music Festival
      It's that time of year again for music festivals and this one is back with a full day of Canadian musicians like Alvvays, Stars, Rhye, Cœur de pirate and more.
      RBC Echo Beach
    • Greenwood Stakes
      May 25
      Greenwood Stakes
      Dress your best for this swanky affair that's back at Woodbine Racetrack for a day of derby-style celebrations, car shows, horse racing and more.
      Woodbine Racetrack
    • Woofstock
      May 25-26
      Woofstock
      Doggos and their human admirers are all welcome at this huge annual dog festival with, food and drinks, shopping, fashion shows and lots of butt sniffing.
      Woodbine Park
    • Florence and the Machine
      May 26
      Florence and the Machine
      It's all cosmic love with ethereal charm as Florence + The Machine is once again making their way to Toronto for a night of artsy pop hits.
      Budweiser Stage
    • Gluten Free Garage
      May 26
      Gluten Free Garage
      Get your fill of gluten-free goodies at this huge market with an afternoon of food demos, samples, drinks, guest speakers and over 65 vendors.
      Artscape Wychwood Barns
    • Jewish Music Week
      May 26 - June 2
      Jewish Music Week
      From Israeli pop to Yiddish theatre music, this festival serves as a celebration of all Jewish music with a week of performances happening all over.
      Multiple Venues
    Lead photo by

    Fareen Karim
Lead photo by

Fareen Karim

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