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Who says you can't do anything fun in the city for free? Here are 11 of the best things you can do in Toronto that are completely free in June that you don't want to miss! 

Table of Contents:

1). Pride Parade 2023

2). Toronto Outdoor Picture Show

3). Taste of Little Italy  

4). Summer Music in the Garden

5). Taste of Asia

6). Fairbank Summerfest

7). Q107 Canada Day Weekend

8). Prime Video The Lake Season 2 Open-air Screening 

9). Go Skate Day 2023

10). Pride Celebration at stackt market

11). Smorgasburg

1). Pride Parade 2023

June is Pride Month, and you know what that means, the Pride Parade is back! The Pride Parade will be taking place on June 25th. Don't miss the opportunity to come together to celebrate diversity and love! With over 200,000 marchers and an inclusive and welcoming experience, you’re in for an awesome time. 

Where: Downtown Toronto

When: June 25th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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2). Toronto Outdoor Picture Show

This month, get to watch a movie underneath the stars for free. The Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) presents Another World. From June 22nd to August 27th, get to watch films on the big screen for free! TOPS will be kicking off its season this month with 5 consecutive evening film screenings at Fort York. Below is the list of films that will be playing this month:

1). Night Raiders (June 22)

2). Everything Everywhere All At Once (June 23)

3). Jurassic Park (June 24)

4). Pan’s Labyrinth (June 25)

5). Velvet Goldmine (June 26)

Where: "Walled Fort" of Fort York National Historic Site - entry at west gates of 100 Garrison Road 

When: June 22nd-26th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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3). Taste of Little Italy

Taste of Little Italy is making its return. This annual street festival is filled with live music, extended patios, multicultural vendors, carnival rides, and yummy and delicious food. Come with your friends and family and spend the day at this fun street festival. The festival will take place along College Street from Bathurst St. to Shaw St. in Toronto and is free to the general public. 

Where: College Street from Bathurst St. to Shaw St. in Toronto 

When: June 16th-18th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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4). Summer Music in the Garden

Summer Music in the Garden is making its return to Toronto this month. Get to enjoy a live and intimate music performance by the waterfront that is free for the public to enjoy. The concerts will showcase talented Canadian musicians, internationally acclaimed artists, and a variety of different music genres. The concerts take place on most Thursdays at 7 PM and Sundays at 4 PM.

Where: Toronto Music Garden (479 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5V 3M8)

When: June 21st-August 27th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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5). Taste of Asia

The popular outdoor festival, Taste of Asia is making its return this month and you don't want to miss it. Located just right outside of Pacific Mall, this 3-day festival features over 150 yummy food vendors, cultural events, family-friendly attractions, performances, special guests, and so much more! Head over to Taste of Asia for a day filled with fun and of course, admissions are free!

Where: Kennedy & Steeles, Markham, ON L3R 0Y5

When: June 23rd-25th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

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6). Fairbank Summerfest

If you’re looking for something fun and free to do with the family this month, head over to the Fairbank Summerfest! This 3-day festival offers free admission and that’s not all! There will be free live music all weekend, free rides, free popcorn, and free Super Dogs show that you don’t want to miss! 

Where: Eglinton West. Dufferin St. to Ronald Ave.Toronto, ON.Canada

When: June 23rd-25th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

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7). Q107 Canada Day Weekend

Q107 will be hosting a 2-day Canada Day Weekend celebration. Both days are free, and no tickets are needed. Get to enjoy the free concert and catch Toronto's biggest fireworks display for Canada Day! There will be food trucks, a beer garden, a kid's zone, and more! 

Where: Woodbine Park (1695 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1G7)

When: June 30th-July 1st, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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8). Prime Video The Lake Season 2 Open-air Screening 

To celebrate Pride Month, Prime Video and Amazon Canada will provide more visibility and amplify the voices of queer-identifying employees, local community members and Prime Video fans. On June 23rd, Prime Video will be hosting a free open-air screening of The Lake Season 2 premiere episode at College Park! Special guest, Jordan Gavaris will be making an appearance, and there will be special surprises announced throughout the evening. 

Where: College Park (444 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 2H4)

When: June 23rd, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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9). Go Skate Day 2023

Toronto will be getting free skateboard lessons this month. Whether you're learning to skateboard or looking to refine some of your skills, instructors will be on-site to help and assist. There will be free giveaways, an energetic atmosphere, and loads of fun! 

Where: Multiple locations; click here to find out. 

When: June 21st, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Date/Friends

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10). Pride Celebration at stackt market

Head over to stackt market for a pride celebration this month. There will be music, performances, food specials, workshops, and more! Don't forget to grab your free tickets here. 

‍Where: stackt market (28 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5V 0C6)

When: June 17th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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11). Smorgasburg

Smorgasburg will be back in Toronto for its 2nd year. Smorgasburg "is the largest weekly open-air food market in America, attracting thousands of people to Brooklyn, Manhattan, Los Angeles and Miami each weekend to eat from dozens of local vendors." This event will be featuring 50 vendors every Saturday from June 24th to September 9th! Get to enjoy your cravings all in one spot! This event also offers free admission. 

Where: 7 Queens Quay East, at the foot of Yonge Street

When: June 24th-September 9th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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