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May is an exciting month in Toronto! From pop-ups to new events to festivals and more, here are 20 of the biggest events happening in Toronto this May that you need to know all about.
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1. Toronto Flower Market
Toronto's first outdoor flower market is back! Browse and shop around Ontario grown flowers & plants and connect with local florists and growers. The market runs every month from May to October, so make sure you stop by.
Where: 1001 Queen Street West
When: May 11th, June 15th, July 13th, August 17th, September 14th & October 12th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
2. The Art of Banksy in Toronto
The largest Banksy exhibit is coming to Toronto with 140+ original works. See Banksy's prints, canvases, screenprints, sculptures, hand-drawn sketches, limited-edition pieces and more. Plus, for a limited time, you'll even get to see Banksy’s Mona Lisa.
Where: Lighthouse ArtSpace Toronto (1 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5E 1W7)
When: Opens May 29th, 2024
Price: $$
Category: Date/Friends
3. Formula 1 Exhibition Toronto
Formula 1 Exhibition is making its North American debut in Toronto this month! This immersive experience features iconic Formula 1 cars, historic artefacts, exclusive interviews from legendary teams & personalities, and many more! This exhibition is perfect for all racing enthusiasts out there.
Where: Lighthouse ArtSpace Toronto (1 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5E 1W7)
When: Opens on May 3rd, 2024
Price: $$
Category: Family-friendly
4. Doors Open Toronto
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; click here to find out.
When: May 25th-26th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
5. Cirque du Soleil ECHO
Cirque du Soleil ECHO is coming to Toronto this May! This spectacular performance will combine poetry, stagecraft, daring acrobatics, and technology all into a beautiful performance. The show follows the leading female protagonist, Future, and an ensemble of characters who discover that their choices have the potential to influence the world as they progress through the stages of evolution.
Where: Under the Big Top, Toronto: Lake Shore Blvd West (2150 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1A3)
When: May 8th-July 21st, 2024
Price: $$-$$$
Category: Family-friendly
6. The Big Bounce Canada
The Big Bounce is making its way to the city and is the world's biggest bouncy castle and touring inflatable event in the world! With exciting custom-built inflatable attractions, you're in for a fantastic time!
Where: Woodbridge Fair (100 Porter Ave, Woodbridge, ON L4L 2A2)
When: May 3rd-19th, 2024
Price: $$
Category: Family-friendly
7. Canada's Wonderland
Canada’s Wonderland returns on May 3rd! Get to experience all the rides, games, live entertainment, world-class attractions, and more. With over 200 attractions, including 18 roller coasters, Tundra Twister and more, there is something for everyone. Plus, Splash Works opens on May 25th and we'll debut Moosehorn Falls, a giant boomerang water slide.
Where: 1 Canada's Wonderland Drive, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6
When: Opens May 3rd, 2024
Price: $$
Category: Family-friendly
8. Asian Night Market
Head over to STACKT market this month for their Asian Night Market. Shop from over 50 Asian-owned businesses, and enjoy authentic food and drinks. Plus, there will be traditional performances, DJ showcases, cultural workshops and more.
Where: STACKT market (28 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5V 0C6)
When: May 18th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
9. Concerts
Exciting concerts are coming to Toronto this month. Here are some of our favs. Click here for all the best concerts coming to Toronto this year.
- Laufey - Bewitched: The Goddess Tour
- James Arthur
- Madison Beer: Spinnin World Tour
10. Todotoronto Events
We will be hosting a lineup of fun events this month! Click here for all of our upcoming events.
11. Stars on Ice
Stars on Ice will be making its way to Toronto for one night only on May 3rd! This will be Patrick Chan's final tour, so make sure you head on out to Scotiabank Arena to catch his performance. Watch axels, free dance, triple jumps, and more and watch all the magic unfold on the ice.
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 2X2)
When: May 3rd, 2024 (Starts at 7:30 pm)
Price: $$
Category: Family-friendly
12. Spring into Spice Food & Wine Fest
This is Canada's 1st Ethnic Food and Wine Festival and it's back this month! The 1-day extravaganza will have 30 food and wine vendors, DJs, deep-dive food and wine seminars, and much more.
Where: 250 Fort York Boulevard Toronto, ON M5V 3K9
When: May 11th, 2024 (12 pm - 10 pm)
Price: $$-$$$
Category: Date/Friends
13. Mother's Day High Tea
Celebrate Mother's Day by taking your mom to a high tea experience at a castle. Get to enjoy premium teas, scones, pastries, and tea sandwiches at Casa Loma. High tea guests will also be permitted to tour the castle, as part of their reservation. Treat your mom to an elegant and relaxing high tea experience at Casa Loma and don't forget to reserve yourself a table.
Where: Casa Loma (1 Austin Terrace, Toronto, ON M5R 1X8)
When: May 12th, 2024
Price: $$
Category: Family-friendly
14. Toronto Artisan Market - Trinity Bellwoods Park
Head over to Trinity Bellwoods Park on May 12th for the Toronto Artisan Market. Celebrate Mother's Day here and get to support and shop around local artists and artisans.
Where: Trinity Bellwoods Park (790 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1G3)
When: May 12th, 2024 (11 am - 5 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
15. Gluten Free Garage
This is the perfect food festival in Toronto for anyone who lives a gluten-free lifestyle! Enjoy a selection of 75 vendors. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the 11th annual Gluten Free Garage—the OG gluten-free festival in Toronto!
Where: ArtHubs Wychwood Barns (601 Christie Street Toronto, ON M6G 4C7)
When: May 26th, 2024 (10 am - 4 pm)
Price: $$
Category: Date/Friends
16. Fashion Art Toronto
Fashion Art Toronto is a 4-day event that features runway shows and presentations from 40 Canadian designers. Plus, there will be stylish art installations, an immersive Fashion Playground, photo ops, 2 retail pop-ups and more.
Where: Black Creek Assembly (131 McCormack)
When: May 2nd-5th, 2024
Price: $$-$$$
Category: Date/Friends
17. Electric Island
Electric Island will be happening on May 18th-19th and you don’t want to miss it! This epic music festival will be filled with several different artists, DJs, and more. Get ready for a day of fun!
Where: 250 Fort York Boulevard, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9
When: May 18th-19th, 2024
Price: $$$
Category: 19+
18. Anime North 2024
If you love all things anime, then you don't want to miss Anime North. This convention celebrates all things anime, manga, music, games, and other different forms of Japanese culture.
Where: Multiple locations, click here to find out.
When: May 24th-26th, 2024
Price: $$
Category: Date/Friends
19. Kensington Market Pedestrian Sundays
Pedestrian Sundays are back at Kensington Market. Get to walk around and explore what Kensington Market has to offer. With an atmosphere filled with music, art, and tasty food, you’re in for an awesome time!
Where: Kensington Market
When: May 26th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
20. Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE
Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE is taking place this month. Walk through a fresh floral trail and get to see over 35 floral installations. Plus, there will be floral refreshments, floral workshops, pop-up flower markets, and more.
Where: Bloor-Yorkville neighbourhood
When: May 8th-12th, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
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