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Get ready for the first full week of May in Toronto! There are so many fun events happening this week, including lots of flowers! Start planning your week now.
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The Best Things to Do This May in Toronto
1. Toronto Tulip Day
Did you know that May is Dutch Heritage Month in Ontario? To mark the 80th anniversary of the Netherlands’ liberation, the Dutch Consulate will be giving out 40,000 tulips to Toronto as a living symbol of their heartfelt and enduring gratitude. Head over to Nathan Phillips Square to collect complimentary tulip bulbs, while supplies last!
Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1)
When: May 10th, 2025 (10 am - 5 pm)
Price: Free
Category: Family-friendly
2. Cinco de Mayo at Mexhico Foods
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at Mexhico Foods! There will be dancing, surprises, and of course, a delicious and authentic Mexican menu on May 5th. Come on by and enjoy the experience.
Where: 26 Baldwin St, Toronto, ON M5T 1L2
When: May 5th, 2025
Category: Date/Friends
3. Departure
Departure is a reimagination of Canadian Music Week. Join them for a festival and conference experience bridging music, art, tech, and comedy. Some of the talent that will be present include Matty Matheson, Bryan Adams, and Dallas Green.
Where: Hotel X (111 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3)
When: May 6th to 11th, 2025
Price: Starting at $80
Category: Date/Friends
4. St. Lawrence Market North Grand Opening
Celebrate the Grand Opening celebration of the St. Lawrence Market North Building this Saturday. Enjoy a day of live music, food, and family fun with performances by Trash Panda Brass, DijahSB, Logan Staats, The Blues Angels with Prakash John, and Canada’s Drag Race winner Priyanka. Come explore the new space and support local farmers and vendors.
Where: 92 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1C4
When: May 10th, 2025 (10 am - 5 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
5. Toronto Flower Market
Toronto’s favourite outdoor flower market is back for the season! Browse fresh, locally grown blooms from Ontario growers and bring home a bouquet (or five). It’s a floral dream for plant lovers and a great weekend date idea.
Where: 1001 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1H1
When: May 10th, 2025 (10 am - 3 pm)
Price: Free to attend, flower prices vary
Category: Date/Friends
6. Fleurs de Villes
Visit Yorkville for a stunning showcase of local floral talent. This free floral trail will feature over 25 incredible installations, including their famous floral mannequins. Enjoy floral refreshments, live music, floral workshops, and shop for blooms at their Saturday flower market.
Where: Bloor-Yorkville
When: May 7th to 11th, 2025
Price: Free
Category: Family-friendly
7. Mel Robbins: Let Them The Tour
Mel Robbins is the creator and host of the award-winning The Mel Robbins Podcast, one of the most successful podcasts in the world, and a #1 New York Times bestselling author. Don’t miss the chance to see her in-person!
Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front Street East, Toronto, ON M5E 1B2)
When: May 9th, 2025
Price: Starting in the $400s
Category: Friends
8. Artist Project
Are you an art lover? If yes, you definitely won’t want to miss this. Discover and connect with over 250 independent artists at Artist Project.
Where: Better Living Centre (195 Princes' Blvd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3)
When: May 8th to 11th, 2025
Price: Starting at $22
Category: Date/Friends
9. Wine Fest 2025
If you’re a fan of wine and drinks, you definitely won’t want to miss this event. This multi-day festival is your chance to try wines, spirits, cocktails, RTDs, and more! The best part is that All-You-Can-Taste is included with your ticket so you don’t need to worry about drink tokens as you experience wines from all over the world.
Where: 19 Nunavut Rd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
When: May 9th and 10th, 2025
Price: Starting at $82/ticket
Category: Date/Friends
10. Nikki Glaser: Alive And Unwell Tour
Nikki has multiple standup specials and late-night TV appearances in which she jokes about her most humiliating moments as a woman in the modern world. This is guaranteed to be a night full of laughter!
Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front Street East, Toronto, ON M5E 1B2)
When: May 10th and 11th, 2025
Price: Starting at $60
Category: Date/Friends
11. Toronto Botanical Garden Spring Plant Sale 2025
Calling all plant lovers! Discover plants you won’t find elsewhere, including natives, nativars, and pollinator-friendly plants sourced from local and trusted growers.
Where: 777 Lawrence Ave, Toronto, Ontario M3C 1P2
When: May 10th and 11th, 2025
Price: Free entry
Category: Family-friendly
Community Events
1. Mundo Lingo Toronto
New to Toronto or looking to meet people and practice a new language? Join a friendly crowd of around 100 people from all over the world every Monday at 8 PM at Kramer’s (1915 Yonge St). It’s free, fun, and open to everyone 19+. Don’t forget your ID, and come ready to mingle—stand to chat, sit to relax!
Where: Kramer's Bar and Grill (1915 Yonge Street)
When: May 5th, 2025 (8:00 PM – 12:00 AM)
Click here for more information.
2. The Speakers Annex: An Exciting New Speakers Series!
Dive into arts, culture, and history at The Speakers Annex, curated by Will Di Novi. Starting January 21st, join Christopher Hume for "Great Buildings of the 20th Century." Lectures run through spring at the Al Green Theatre. Bring your curiosity!
Where: The Al Green Theatre at the Miles Nadal JCC (750 Spadina Ave. (at Bloor), Toronto, ON M5S 2J2)
When: May 6th, 7th, 9th, 2025 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
3. College Social Game Night - Play Board Games & Make Friends!
Join the fun every Wednesday with board games, unlimited non-alcoholic drinks, and great company for $20 (kids 12 and under free). Play, laugh, and connect at Toronto’s favorite game bar!
Where: Snakes and Lattes College St. (489 College St.)
When: May 7th, 2025 (6:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
4. Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers Market
Every Thursday, 3–7 PM, warm up at our indoor farmers' market! Support local farmers, enjoy hot food, and take advantage of free public skating with free skate rentals. Cozy vibes all winter long!
Where: Dufferin Grove Clubhouse (875 Dufferin St)
When: May 8th, 2025 (3:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
5. FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE at Yuk Yuk's Toronto
Kick off the weekend with live comedy, delicious food, and endless laughs. The perfect Friday night awaits!
Where: Yuk Yuk's (224 Richmond St W)
When: May 9th, 2025 (8:00 PM – 9:30 PM)
Click here for more information.
6. Nikki Glaser: Alive And Unwell Tour
Fresh off her global The Good Girl tour, Nikki Glaser is now bringing the laughs nationwide with her Alive and Unwell tour, running through May 2025. Don’t miss it!
Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1B2)
When: May 10th, 2025 (7:00 PM – 9:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
7. Don Valley Art Club 2025 SPRING AWARDS SHOW & SALE
The Spring Awards Show and sale is both in-person at the Papermill Gallery and Online. We are showcasing our Award Winning artworks with over 80 new paintings in the gallery and even more artworks online! Over 80 members offer a variety of mediums, subject matter and style. Entrance is free and the gallery is staffed from Wednesday through Sunday from 11 until 5pm.
Where: Papermill Gallery, Todmorden Mills (67 Pottery Road, Toronto, ON)
When: May 7 to June 1, Wednesday to Sunday (11:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
8. The Advocats Big BandWARDS SHOW & SALE
The Advocats Big Band is bringing a colourful performance to The Duke Toronto on Monday, May 5th, from 7:45 to 10:15 PM. Enjoy two sets of big band favourites with songs that feature colours in their titles or lyrics. $15 cash cover, all proceeds go to the band. The Duke is located at 1225 Queen Street East. Reserve your table at 416-466-2624.
Where: The Duke (1225 Queen Street East)
When: May 5th, 2025
Click here for more information.
9. Horror Movie Night by Untoldcine
Looking for a thrill this week? Check out Horror Movie Night hosted by Untoldcine.com — a spooky evening of suspenseful films at 600 Bay St. Unit 410. Perfect for horror fans who love a good scare and plenty of popcorn.
Where: 600 Bay Street #unit 410 Toronto, ON M7A 2B4
When: May 8th, 2025
Click here for more information.
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