When is March Break this year? March Break officially starts on March 11th and there are a ton of fun events that you can do for free! From March Break camps to festivals, here are 13 of the best free things to do in Toronto during March Break. 

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1. Celebrate Toronto 190th Anniversary Festival 

Start off March Break and enjoy Celebrate Toronto’s 190th Anniversary Festival happening at Nathan Phillips Square. The event will feature local bands and DJs, the Toronto Made Market with 100+ local vendors, food, interactive art installations, a fireworks show at 9 pm, and more. 

Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1)

When: March 9th, 2024 (3 pm - 10 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

2. Lumière: The Art of Light

This annual free light show takes place at Ontario Place and allows the public to explore the park filled with art developed by Ontario artists. See Trillium Park be illuminated with light and innovation. 

Where: Ontario Place (955 Lake Shore Blvd. West, Toronto, Ontario, M6K 3B9)

When: March 12th-April 20th, 2024 

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

‍3. Queen St Marketplace

Queen St Marketplace will be hosting a 1-day pop-up! Shop for local artisans ranging from home decor to clothing to unique jewellery and more. 

Where: The Great Hall (1087 Queen Street West Toronto, ON M6J 1H3)

When: March 10th, 2024 (11 am - 5 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for more information.

4. Toys"R"Us March Break Festivities

Every day during March Break, Toys"R"Us will be hosting fun activities in-store. With activities, like Aquabeads Make-and-Take, LEGO® Star Wars™ TIE Fighter Make-and-Take, Hasbro Game Day + Scavenger Hunt, there is something for everyone.

Where: Various locations, click here to find out.

When: March 11th-15th, 2024

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

5. Sugar Shack TO

Start March Break with a bang and check out Sugar Shack TO. Watch Sugar Beach transform into a maple-filled, Canadian extravaganza. General admission is free and will include live entertainment, a maple sugaring demonstration, interactive activities and more. 

Where: Sugar Beach (11 Dockside Drive at Lower Jarvis and Queens Quay)

When: March 9th-10th, 2024 (10 am - 5 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

6. St Patrick’s Day Parade

Dress in green and check out the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Celebrate Ireland's culture, history, and heritage. The parade begins on the corner of St. George and Bloor St West (near St. George subway station). 

Where: Parade Route, click here.

When: March 17th, 2024 (Starts at noon)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

7. Winter Stations 

The international design and art competition brings several structures to life and features new and exciting installations. This is a free event that you can check out this March Break.

Where: Woodbine Beach, Woodbine Park, Ivan Forest Gardens, Kew Gardens

When: Happening now

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

8. Hangar Skate Weekends

Hangar Skate Weekends is wrapping up on March 17th. This is your last chance to experience free winter ice skating. Skates are available for rental at $5 for adults and free for children under 12 years old. Plus, DJ Skate Nights will be happening on select Fridays.

Where: 34 Hanover Road Toronto, ON M3K 1L3

When: Until March 17th, 2024

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for more information.

9. Toronto Museums

If you're looking to explore different museums in Toronto for free this March Break, you can! The Royal Ontario Museum, Art Gallery of Ontario, Gardiner Museum, and Bata Shoe Museum all offer free admission during certain days of the week. For the full list, click here. 

10. Mr.B's Skechers Sale

Save up on Skechers and other popular brands at Mr. B's Skechers Sale happening until March 17th. 

Where: 1590 Matheson Blvd (Unit 16)

When: Until March 17th, 2024

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for more information. 

11. Free Concert Series 

Check out the free concert series this March Break. Enjoy musical performances by talented artists from all over the world in this intimate space. 

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

When: March 13th, 2024 

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

12. Enchanted Lights

Enchanted Lights is a free event happening at Mel Lastman Square. Check out Winter Wonderland of Lights, which is a dazzling showcase of lights that is open every day. There will also be culture Saturdays, food trucks, SugarRush Lane which occurs from Fridays to Sundays and more.

Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, North York, ON M2N 5V7)

When: Until March 10th, 2024 (5 pm - 10 pm)

Category: Family-friendly

Price: Free admission

Click here for more information.

13. Illuminite

Check out the free interactive light festival happening in the Downtown Yonge BIA neighbourhood this March Break.

Where: Downtown Yonge BIA

When: Until March 31st, 2024 

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

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