25 things to do in Toronto this weekend

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Zombie Apocalypse

October 12 - November 5

Zombie Apocalypse

Put your survival skills to the test at this zombie apocalypse-themed haunted house. Find your way out of the immersive experience that will feature over 30 performers and horrifying effects.

Zombie Apocalypse
Demi Lovato

October 15

Demi Lovato

Singer-songwriter Demi Lovato is back in the city for the first time since 2018 to sing both old and new hits.

History Toronto
A Taste of Nigeria Festival

October 16

A Taste of Nigeria Festival

Celebrate the Nigerian community in the city and head out to this festival that will feature traditional cuisine, art, music, dance, vendors and more.

Royal Event Center

Events you might want to check out

Date

About the Event

Location

Venus Fest

October 14-16

Venus Fest

Grab tickets to this music festival that will be platforming Indigenous and Canadian artists along with immersive art installations in one of Toronto's newest DIY venues.

468 Queen St. W.
Diwali Cruise

October 15

Diwali Cruise

Head on deck and celebrate Diwali in style as you celebrate the lights festival all while sailing around the Toronto Harbour.

Pioneer Cruises
Puppy Love Yoga

October 15

Puppy Love Yoga

Get some daily exercise in all while trying not to get distracted by all the cute puppies running around the class.

Royal Canadian Legion
Toronto Comic Book Show And Expo

October 16

Toronto Comic Book Show And Expo

Look through over 100 vendors to find new, vintage and graded comic books to add to your collection.

Montecassino Hotel

Comedy

Date

About the Event

Location

Friends of Comedy

October 15

Friends of Comedy

Laugh until it hurts at this local comedy show featuring Allie Pearse, Bryan O'Gorman, and Norm Alconce.

Nickel 9 Distillery
Roast Battle Toronto

October 15 - December 10

Roast Battle Toronto

The iconic Original Roast Battle tournament, which featured many notable comedians including Sarah Silverman and Kevin Hart, is set to make its debut in the city.

Comedy Bar
A Stand Up Comedy Showcase

October 16

A Stand Up Comedy Showcase

Laugh all night long at this comedy showcase featuring local comedians.

The Corner Comedy Club

Dancing

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About the Event

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A Throwback Dance Party

October 15

A Throwback Dance Party

Put on your best double-denim outfit and hit the dance floor as a DJ will be playing all your favourite throwback hits from the 80s and 90s all night long.

The Rec Room
FRUITCAKE

October 15

FRUITCAKE

Grab your friends and head out to the dance floor at this party for gay/bi/trans men that will have you dancing all night long.

Boombox Toronto
LUV ZU

October 15

LUV ZU

Dance the night away as local DJs are spinning some of the hottest tracks.

BSMT 254

Live Music

Date

About the Event

Location

AP Dhillon

October 16

AP Dhillon

Rapper and singer AP Dhillon is back in the city as part of his Out Of This World Tour.

Scotiabank Arena
Remi Wolf

October 16

Remi Wolf

American singer-songwriter Remi Wolf is headed to the city to play songs from her latest release Juno.

Danforth Music Hall Theatre

Markets and pop-ups

Date

About the Event

Location

The Welcome Market: Shop Spooky

October 15-16

The Welcome Market: Shop Spooky

Check out this market filled with vintage clothes, handmade goods and other vendors that will also have Halloween-themed items just in time for spooky season.

501 Queen West
Good Friends Market

October 15-16

Good Friends Market

Roam through over 35 local vendors showcasing some of their best items including handmade jewellery, home decor, vintage clothing and more.

178 R Ossington Ave
Made for Me Fall Market

October 16

Made for Me Fall Market

Check out some of the city's best small businesses at this pop-up market featuring over 20 vendors.

Twist Gallery

Movie Screenings

Date

About the Event

Location

The Best of Denis Villeneuve

October 14-16

The Best of Denis Villeneuve

Grab some popcorn and head to the lakefront theatre that will be playing some of Denis Villeneuve's best films.

Cinesphere
Toronto Food Film Fest

October 14-17

Toronto Food Film Fest

Head out to this film festival that will be showcasing short films on food and culture. Stick around for the featured workshops, talks and curated snacks.

Multiple Venues
Trekkies // 25th Anniversary Tribute

October 14-18

Trekkies // 25th Anniversary Tribute

Grab tickets to a special screening of the 25th anniversary of the beloved Star Trek films.

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema

Ongoing events

Date

About the Event

Location

Fall N' Leaves TO

September 30 - October 30

Fall N' Leaves TO

Celebrate the colourful season at this outdoor food and wine pop-up that features wood-fired food, a pumpkin patch and a giant hay bale sofa.

Fall N' Leaves Pop Up
Legends of Horror

September 30 - October 31

Legends of Horror

Roam the castle grounds all the way to the deep tunnels underneath to find out what ghoulish creatures lurk around every corner.

Casa Loma
The Howland Inn Seance

September 30 - November 27

The Howland Inn Seance

Experience a chilling recreation of an authentic Victorian Seance at one of Toronto's most haunted Inns that will leave you shaking in your boots.

4020 Dundas Street West
PumpkinFest Toronto

October 8-23

PumpkinFest Toronto

Celebrate the fall season at this massive pumpkin-themed festival that features a pumpkin patch, midway rides, games, a corn maze, food, vendors and more.

Downsview Park

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Events you might want to check out

Comedy

Dancing

Live Music

Markets and pop-ups

Movie Screenings

Ongoing events

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