Say goodbye to winter and say hello to spring! With the longer days and the warmer weather up ahead, there are lots happening in Toronto. Here are some of the best things to do in Toronto during spring. 

Table of Contents:

1). Enjoy a Toronto Blue Jays Game

2). Cherry Blossoms 

3). WNBA Arrives in Canada for the First Time 

4). Cirque du Soleil: KOOZA

5). Take a Ferry to the Toronto Islands

6). Doors Open Toronto

7). Karen's Diner

8). North by Northeast (NXNE)

9). Grab Drinks at a Rooftop Patio

10). Canadian Music Week

11). Luminato Festival

12). Hot Docs Festival

1). Enjoy a Toronto Blue Jays Game

Baseball is back! Head over to the Rogers Centre and catch the Toronto Blue Jays in action in their newly renovated stadium. There will also be lots of different deals at the stadium, like $1 hotdogs, free giveaways and prizes. For the full list of promotions, click here. 

Where: Rogers Centre

When: Starts April 11th 2023

Price: $$-$$$

Category: Family-friendly

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2). Cherry Blossoms

Spring is cherry blossom season. Cherry blossom trees in Toronto bloom at the end of April to early May and is a unique spring activity. Whether you’re looking to take some photos of the cherry blossoms or just soak in all the beautiful spring colours, there are many spots in the city where you can find cherry blossom trees. High Park, University of Toronto - Outside of Robarts Library, Trinity Bellwoods Park, York University, Ramsden Park, and Centennial Park are some of our favourite spots.

3). WNBA arrives in Canada for the First Time 

Something exciting is coming to Canada, specifically to Toronto. The first-ever WNBA Canada game will happen on May 13th at the Scotiabank Arena. Tickets are on sale starting tomorrow to celebrate International Women's Day. Make sure to grab tickets to witness this historical moment in Toronto. 

Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 2X2)

When: May 13th 2023

Price: $$-$$$

Category: Family-friendly

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4). Cirque du Soleil: KOOZA

Cirque du Soleil: KOOZA is coming to Toronto this spring! KOOZA follows the journey of The Innocent, a naïve but endearing clown who is looking for his place in the world. The performance will be filled with laughter, thrills, chills and more. Be sure to get your tickets in advance.

Where: Under the Big Top, Toronto: Lake Shore Blvd West ( 2150 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1A3)

When: April 7th-June 18th 2023

Price: $$-$$$

Category: Family-friendly

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5). Take a Ferry to the Toronto Islands

Warmer weather means the perfect opportunity to get on the ferry and explore the Toronto Islands. Soak in the sun and head over to either Centre Island, Hanlan's Point, or Ward’s Island. Explore the island and take in the breathtaking views of the water and the Toronto skyline. 

Where: 9 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 2H3

Price: $

Category: Family-friendly

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6). Doors Open Toronto

Doors Open is returning to Toronto this May. For only 2 days, Doors Open Toronto welcomes the public to explore and discover some of Toronto's most loved sites and buildings for free! The event provides access to buildings that aren't usually open to the public or require an admission fee to get in. 

Where: Various locations 

When: May 27th-28th 2023

Price: Free

Category: Family-friendly

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7). Karen's Diner

If you want to try out a unique dining experience, Karen's Diner is hosting a pop-up in Toronto this April. Guests can expect great burgers, but rude service. If you're ready to brave the sass, rudeness, and bad attitude from the staff, then give this diner a try.

Where: Trecce, 1792 Danforth Ave Toronto, ON M4C 1H8 

When: April 22nd-30th 2023

Price: $-$$

Category: Friends

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8). North by Northeast (NXNE)

North by Northeast (NXNE) is returning to Toronto this June. NXNE is Canada's most important discovery festival that features emerging artists and music. There will be over 300 of the world's best new bands! Don't miss this epic event happening in late spring. 

Where: Various locations, click here to find out.

When: June 13th-17th 2023

Price: $$

Category: Friends

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9). Grab Drinks at a Rooftop Patio

Spring means warmer weather, and that means patio season. Why not grab drinks at one of the many rooftop patios in the city? A few rooftop patios with amazing views of the city are Kost, Rooftop Bar at Broadview Hotel, Harriet's Rooftop, The Porch, and Lavelle.

10). Canadian Music Week Festival

The Canadian Music Week Festival is making its return in June. Over the years, the festival has showcased many artists like Katy Perry, Post Malone, Marshmellow, Ellie Goulding, and more. Now in the 41st year, get to enjoy 5 days of live music, gain access to 100s of emerging artists and bands, and get to watch your favourite band perform live. The festive schedule is yet to be released.

Where: Various locations, click here to find out.

When: June 5th-10th 2023

Price: $$-$$$

Category: Date/Friends

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11). Luminato Festival

If you're all about arts, then the Luminato Festival is an event you should visit in spring. Luminato Festival is an international arts festival that happens in Toronto that is dedicated to contemporary works of art in music, visual art, dance, and theatre. The first instalment of the festival program starts on June 7th and ends on June 18th. 

Where: Various locations, click here to find out.

When: June 7th-18th 2023

Price: $$-$$$

Category: Date/Friends

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12). Hot Docs Festival

Hot Docs Festival is coming to Toronto starting on April 27th! Get to witness and watch some of the world's best documentaries at the festival. If you love watching documentaries, then you don't want to miss this event! 

Where: Various locations, click here to find out.

When: April 27th-May 7th 2023

Price: $$

Category: Friends

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