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From Valentine’s Day experiences and live concerts to free festivals, sports, art, and late-night dance floors, Toronto is packed with events all week long, whether you’re planning a date, hanging with friends, or exploring solo.
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1. CBC Olympic House
An immersive fan experience that brings the excitement of the Olympics to life beyond the screen. Visitors can engage with interactive content, live broadcasts, and national pride driven programming.
Where: CBC Toronto (205 Wellington St W)
When: February 14th - 16th, 2026 (times vary)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
2. Love at the Zoo!
This after-hours zoo experience explores how love appears across the natural world, highlighting the many ways animals connect with their mates, young, and social groups. Guests enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and interactive learning, including close-up animal encounters, behind-the-scenes access to conservation and reproductive science spaces, and engaging presentations led by expert staff.
Where: Toronto Zoo (2000 Meadowvale Rd)
When: February 13th - 14th, 2026 (6:15 PM - 9:00 PM)
Price: Member $114.00 + HST / Non-Member $129.00 + HST
Category: Date-Friends
3. Retro Arcade: Re-Imagined!
A nostalgic gaming experience that brings classic arcade favourites into a modern social setting. Guests can play, explore interactive installations, and relive the golden age of arcade culture with a fresh twist.
Where: Hotel X (111 Princes' Blvd)
When: February 13th - 14th, 2026 (9:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Price: Starting at $24.78
Category: Date-Friends
4. Brightside 002
An immersive, all-ages, alcohol-free experience designed to lift winter heaviness through movement, nature, and shared connection. Guests are invited into a playful, plant-filled environment that encourages reflection, gentle exploration, and collective joy.
Where: Allan Gardens (160 Gerrard St E)
When: February 12th, 2026 (6:00 PM - 8:30 PM)
Price: Starting at $39.55
Category: Date-Friends
5. Toronto Raptors vs. Detroit Pistons
A live NBA matchup showcasing fast paced gameplay and competitive energy on the court. Fans can expect big moments, crowd excitement, and the full arena experience that comes with professional basketball.
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St)
When: February 11th, 2026 (7:30 PM)
Price: Starting at $82.25
Category: Family-friendly
6. Date Night at the Museum
A curated after-hours experience, featuring full access to exhibits, a welcome mocktail, and interactive moments like a photo booth. Guests can explore at their own pace while enjoying thoughtful extras.
Where: Arcadia Earth (486 Front St W, Building C)
When: February 13th - 14th, 2026 (various time slots)
Price: Starting at $59.80
Category: Date-Friends
7. Eric Church: Free The Machine Tour
A country music tour that delivers powerful vocals, bold production, and emotionally driven songwriting. The show balances arena level energy with moments of stripped down storytelling.
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St)
When: February 12th, 2026 (7:30 PM)
Price: Starting at $189.75
Category: Date-Friends
8. Sweet City Fest
A dessert focused festival celebrating all things sweet through food vendors, treats, and creative displays. The event offers a joyful way to indulge while exploring local flavours and playful experiences.
Where: STACKT market (28 Bathurst St)
When: February 12th - 16th, 2026 (12:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Price: Free
Category: Family-friendly
9. Bossy Bootcamp: Krump Edition Youth Event - AGO
Women-led instruction guides participants through foundational movements, character development, and storytelling through high-energy choreography rooted in emotional release and self expression. Open to dancers of all experience levels.
Where: The Dr. Anne Tanenbaum Gallery School - AGO (317 Dundas St W)
When: February 11th, 2026 (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM)
Price: Free
Category: Date-Friends
10. Shrek Trivia & Karaoke
A playful pop culture night that mixes trivia questions with crowd led karaoke inspired by the Shrek universe. Guests can test their knowledge, sing iconic songs, and lean fully into nostalgic fun with fellow fans.
Where: Snakes & Lattes College (489 College St)
When: February 10th, 2026 (7:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Price: Starting at $13.54
Category: Date-Friends
11. Orchestral Qawwali Project Featuring Abi Sampa & Rushil Ranjan
This performance reimagines traditional qawwali music through a rich orchestral lens. It blends classical South Asian vocals with layered instrumentation for a deeply emotional and cinematic experience.
Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E)
When: February 13th, 2026 (7:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Price: Starting at $65.50
Category: Date-Friends
12. Dance Division 009
Dance Division brings together underground talent from emerging DJs to seasoned veterans, celebrating diversity across genders, queer communities, and allies. The focus is simple and electric: creating an inclusive space where music, movement, and shared energy keep everyone dancing.
Where: Wiggle Room (772 Dundas St W)
When: February 13th, 2026 (10:00 PM)
Price: $22
Category: Date-Friends
13. Clark Spoken Word Jam
An open and expressive spoken word gathering that centers powerful storytelling, poetry, and personal reflection. Performers share original work in a supportive space that celebrates voice, emotion, and creative freedom.
Where: 191 Guildwood Pkwy, Scarborough
When: February 10th, 2026 (7:00 PM)
Price: Free admission
Category: Date-Friends
14. TEMOM: Toronto Electronic Music Open Mic
The night invites artists of all experience levels to share original work, test new ideas, and connect with a welcoming community of electronic music fans and creators.
Where: Handlebar (159 Augusta Ave)
When: February 9th, 2026 (8:00 PM - 11:30 PM)
Price: Free admission
Category: Date-Friends
15. Sweethearts & Sprinkles
A cozy, Valentine’s inspired cookie decorating experience that blends creativity, sweet treats, and hands-on fun. Guests are guided through decorating techniques while enjoying a relaxed, social atmosphere perfect for creating something festive and shareable.
Where: Kimpton Saint George Hotel (280 Bloor St W)
When: February 11th, 2026 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Price: $5 donation to Red Door Family Shelter
Category: Date-Friends
16. Connections Exhibition: Women’s Art Association of Canada
This exhibition explores the connections between artists, ideas, and shared histories through contemporary artwork. Visitors are invited to reflect on how stories intersect across communities and creative practices.
Where: 23 Prince Arthur Ave
When: February 12th - February 28th, 2026 (Tues - Sat / 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Price: Free admission
Category: Date-Friends
17. Celebrating Black History Month 2026: OCAD
A digital exhibition displayed across the square’s five screens, showcasing work by animator and visual artist Sydnie Baynes, multidisciplinary artist and current student Chimemelie Okafor, and illustrator and recent graduate Shamika Pierre.
Where: Sankofa Square (1 Dundas St E)
When: On until February 28th, 2026
Price: Free admission
Category: Date-Friends
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