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1). Toronto Gingerbread Festival 

2). Royal Ontario Museum 

3). Skate at Evergreen Brick Works

4). Experience the Magic at Winter Night, City Lights Illuminations

5). Enjoy the arts at the AGO!

6). Skate around at Nathan Phillips Square

7). Port Union Winterfest is back!

8). Go back in time to the Gibson House

9). Marvel at the DesignTO Festival

10). Free concert series

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We have compiled a list of free things to do in Toronto in the month of January. Here are some of our favourites that we wanted to share!

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‍1). Toronto Gingerbread Festival 

Have you ever seen a life-size gingerbread display? If not, swing by to the Toronto Gingerbread Festival. This event is only until January 11th and is free to enter! 

Where: 2 St. Clair West

When: Until January 11th

Price: Free!

Category: Family

‍Click here for more information!

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2). Royal Ontario Museum 

Want a free indoor event in January to beat the cold weather? Head over to the ROM. Admissions are free for everyone on the third Tuesday nights of each month! 

Where: 100 Queens Park, Toronto, ON M5S 2C6

When: Third Tuesday Night Free

Price: Free!

Category: Family

Click here for more information!

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3). Skate at Evergreen Brick Works

Skate for free at the Evergreen Brick Works. Skate in the beautiful Koerner Gardens and bask in the refreshing and cute views!

Where: 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto ON, M4W 3X8

When: Until March

Price: Free!

Category: Family

Click here for more information!

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4). Experience the Magic at Winter Night, City Lights Illuminations

Enjoy the beautiful lights and views at Winter Night, City Lights Illuminations. Take a stroll through Esplanade Park and be immersed in the magic! 

‍Where: The Esplanade Park, The Esplanade, Pickering

When: Until January 31st

Price: Free!

Category: Family

‍Click here for more information!

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5). Enjoy the arts at the AGO!

If you love all things art, visit the Art Gallery of Ontario! Every Wednesday from 6 pm-9 pm, there will be free admissions to the collection galleries! 

Where: 317 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 1G4

When: Every Wednesday

Price: Free!

Category: Family/Date Night/Friends Night

Click here for more information!

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6). Skate around at Nathan Phillips Square

Skate with a view. Enjoy the beautiful views of downtown Toronto while skating at Nathan Phillips Square!

Where: 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1

When: Until March

Price: Free!

Category: Family/Date Night/Friends Night

Click here for more information!

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7). Port Union Winterfest is back!

The annual Port Union Winterfest is back on January 28th! Enjoy music, food, games, and live entertainment; there is something for everyone to enjoy! 

Where: Port Union Community Centre 5450 Lawrence Ave E

When: January 28th

Price: Free!

Category: Family

Click here for more information!

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8). Go back in time to the Gibson House

Want to experience a house in the past? Visit the Gibson House, a farmhouse in the 19th century. Experience history like never before with an opportunity to taste, smell, and touch in this historical family home. 

Where: 5172 Yonge St

When: Wednesday - Sunday (11 am - 4 pm)

Price: General admissions are free! 

Category: Family

Click here for more information!

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9). Marvel at the DesignTO Festival

Be immersed in breathtaking art at DesignTO. The festival takes place in-person and online across several different venues in Toronto. 

Where: Various venues

When: January 20th - 29th

Price: Most events and exhibitions are free! However, some do require a paid ticket or RSVP.

Category: Family

Click here for more information!

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10). Free Concert Series

The free concert series is back in the Richard Bradshaw Amphitheatre. These series bring together talented artists from all over the world to share their passion! Experience the beauty in the music in this intimate and beautiful space.

Where: 145 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 4G1

When: January 10th, 12th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 24th, 25th, 26th, 31st

Price: Free

Category: Family

‍Click here for more information!

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