There are tons of exciting events happening in Toronto that are completely free this month! Here are some of the best free things to do in Toronto this October.

Table of Contents:

1). Toronto Halloween on Church 2023

2). Fall Colours

3). Bayview Leaside AppleFest

4). Taste of Diwali 2023

5). Tee Up Downsview: Art-Inspired Mini Golf in The Hangar District

6). Mac & Cheese Festival

7). Toronto Museums 

8). Pedestrian Sundays at Kensington Market

9). Fall Hike

10). Toronto Waterfront Marathon 

1). Toronto Halloween on Church 2023

The biggest and best Halloween block party is back in the city this October! Experience The Village, as it transforms into the city’s most wicked street party on Halloween night. Dress in your costumes and head over to this insane Halloween block party. 

Where: Church Street (Wood Street to Gloucester Street).

When: October 31st, 2023 (6:30 pm - 11 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for more information.

2). Fall Colours

One of the best things to do in October is seeing the fall colours. High Park, Glen Stewart Ravine, Scarborough Bluffs, and Rouge National Urban Park are a few amazing spots to catch the fall colours. Click here for the best spots to catch the fall colours.

3). Bayview Leaside AppleFest

Bayview Leaside AppleFest is back for its 6th year! Hosted by the Bayview Leaside BIA, the street will be transformed with cozy hay bales, apple-themed treats from local businesses, live entertainment, food samples, face painting, free drink/dessert coupons, and more! 

Where: 1540 Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M4G 3B6

When: October 14th, 2023 (11 am - 5 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

4). Taste of Diwali 2023

Taste of Diwali will take place at Mel Lastman Square and will feature food vendors, live performances, recipe challenges, cook-off competitions, and more.

Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St)

When: October 21st-22nd, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

5). Tee Up Downsview: Art-Inspired Mini Golf in The Hangar District

Tee Up Downsview is a free mini golf course event that you have to check out. From now until October 15th, get to explore nine creative mini golf holes designed by local artists. Perfect for all ages, make sure you head over to this fun event to celebrate art, community, and mini golf!

Where: 30 Hanover Road Toronto, ON M3K 1L3

When: Until October 15th, 2023 (Fridays: 4 pm -  9 pm, Saturdays and Sundays: 10 am - 8 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for more information.

6). Mac & Cheese Festival

If you’re a huge lover of mac & cheese, then you have to check out the Mac & Cheese Festival! Happening in Mississauga Celebration Square, this festival will feature competition, awards, and of course mac & cheese. Admission to the event is free. 

Where: Mississauga Celebration Square (300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 3C1)

When: October 28th (12 pm - 10 pm) & 29th (12 pm - 8 pm), 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

7). Toronto Museums 

If you’re looking for some fun indoor activities to do this October to beat the chilly weather, there’s a lot of museums in Toronto that are free to enter. Click here for the full list of museums that offer free admission to the public. 

8). Pedestrian Sundays at Kensington Market

October will be the last month of Pedestrian Sundays at Kensington Market for this year. This is your last chance 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: October 29th, 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for more information.

9). Fall Hike

Fall is the perfect time to enjoy a scenic hike. Grab yourself a hot drink and head over to the many beautiful hiking trails across the GTA. Click here for the best spots to go on a fall hike. 

10). Toronto Waterfront Marathon 

Join 25,000 racers and thousands of spectators on the streets in Toronto to catch the Toronto Waterfront Marathon in action. Get to cheer the racers on, as they make their way though the city. 

Where: Downtown Toronto

When: October 15th, 2023 

Price: Free to watch

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website. 

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