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This weekend, Toronto is packed with exciting things to do. From autumn festivals to local events, here’s what you can’t miss! 🧡🍂
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Best Things to Do This October in Toronto
1. Nights of Lights
Nights of Lights is an immersive walk-through experience featuring over 1.5 million lights, music-synced tunnels, and breathtaking larger-than-life displays. Your admission also includes entry to Pumpkinville, which features seasonal food, live entertainment, and rides and games (available for purchase). Use code TODOTORONTO20 for 20% off.
Where: CF Sherway Gardens (25 The West Mall, Etobicoke, ON M9C 1B8)
When: Until November 1st, 2025 (Select nights)
Price: Prices start from $21.99
Category: Family friendly
2. TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon
The TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon is taking over the city this weekend! Come cheer on 30,000 participants as they race through Toronto’s streets from the 5K on Saturday to the Half & Full Marathon on Sunday. The Race Expo will be happening at the Enercare Centre on October 17th & 18th.
Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N3) & downtown core
When: October 18th–19th, 2025
Price: Free to cheer!
Category: Family friendly
3. Martino Manor
Martino Manor is here for a limited time and is Toronto’s scariest attraction! With a spine-chilling indoor haunted house, get ready to scream your lungs out. Tickets will be available at the door only.
Where: Martino Manor (7 McIntosh Avenue, Etobicoke, ON M8Y 3C8)
When: Until November 2nd, 2025 (Select nights)
Price: Prices start from $24.99
Category: Date/Friends
4. Frenchy Bar et Brasserie Afternoon Tea
Step into the charm of Paris with afternoon tea at Frenchy. Enjoy delicate tea sandwiches, handcrafted pâtisseries, and a curated selection of luxury teas, a Frenchy 75 or a glass of champagne. You can also turn the afternoon into a mommy and me experience with their petit gourmet menu.
Where: Frenchy Bar et Brasserie (145 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2L2)
When: Every Sunday from 11:30am to 4pm
Price: $80 for adults, $35 for petit gourmet
Category: Family friendly
5. 6th Annual OCAD U Gallery Crawl
The OCAD U Gallery Crawl is back for one day only! Explore art, design, and creativity across student-run galleries. Discover bold works, meet emerging artists, and experience Toronto’s art scene like never before. Free and open to all!
Where: OCAD University Great Hall (100 McCaul St, Toronto, ON M5T 1G1, 2nd floor)
When: October 18th, 2025 (Tours at 12pm & 1pm)
Price: Free registration
Category: Family friendly
6. Glow In The Dark Paint Night
Get ready to glow! This weekend, experience a guided Glow-in-the-Dark Paint Night like no other. Create your own luminous masterpiece under black light with help from a professional artist. All materials included!
Where: Artbox Studio Gallery (1226 Kingston Rd, Toronto, ON M1N 1P3)
When: October 18th, 2025 (5pm - 7pm)
Price: $49.95
Category: Date/Friends
7. Toronto FC vs. Orlando City SC
It’s game day! This weekend, Toronto FC faces off against Orlando City SC on home turf. Show your support, join the roar, and cheer Toronto FC to victory!
Where: BMO Field (170 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3)
When: October 18th, 2025 (6pm - 7:30pm)
Price: Prices start from $44
Category: Family friendly
8. Puppy Yoga
Puppy Sphere Toronto brings you the ultimate feel-good workout. Unwind with a 75-minute session that combines gentle yoga, adorable puppies, and a relaxing cooldown with refreshing wellness drinks.
Where: The Burroughes Building (639 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2B7)
When: October 19th, 2025 (Hours vary)
Price: $52
Category: Date/Friends
9. The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others
This weekend at Meridian Hall, immerse yourself in the soundscapes of Hans Zimmer & more. Experience of live orchestral music from your favourite films, performed in a breathtaking concert
Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1B2)
When: October 19th, 2025 (Starts at 1:30pm)
Price: Prices start from $62
Category: Date/Friends
10. Laufey Concert
Don’t miss Laufey live in Toronto at Scotiabank Arena this Sunday for her A Matter of Time World Tour! Experience an unforgettable night as Laufey brings her latest album to life on stage.
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 3A5)
When: October 19th, 2025 (Starts at 7:30pm)
Price: Prices start from $133
Category: Date/Friends
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