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Toronto is packed with things to do this week, from live sports and concerts to fall festivals, spooky experiences, markets, and more. Whether you’re looking for a fun family outing, a date-night idea, or something to do with friends, there’s plenty happening around the city from October 5th to 10th.
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1. Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Nashville Predators
The Leafs’ first week of the season continues with a home game against Nashville.
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St)
When: October 6th, 2026 (7 pm)
Price: Refer to Ticketmaster
Category: Family-friendly
2. Teddy Swims: The UGLY Tour
Experience Teddy Swims’ soulful vocals and powerful live performance, with special guests St. Paul & The Broken Bones and MarcLo.
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St)
When: October 5th, 2026
Price: Refer to Ticketmaster
Category: Date-Friends
3. PumpkinFest Toronto
Celebrate the fall season at Toronto’s ultimate pumpkin festival. Enjoy family-friendly activities, live entertainment, carnival rides, delicious food, pumpkin displays, and more.
Where: Downsview Park (35 Carl Hall Rd)
When: October 9th - 12th, 2026 (10 am - 6 pm)
Price: Starting at $14.99
Category: Family-friendly
4. Legends of Horror at Casa Loma
Celebrating 10 years of terror, explore a haunted trail through tunnels, gardens, and secret passageways filled with live actors, eerie sets, and chilling surprises.
Where: Casa Loma (1 Austin Terrace)
When: Various dates in October, 2026
Price: Starting at $52
Category: Date-Friends
5. Toronto FC vs. CF Montréal
Catch one of Toronto FC’s biggest rivalry matchups as they take on CF Montréal at BMO Field. Head to Exhibition Place for an afternoon of MLS action and cheer on TFC in front of the home crowd.
Where: BMO Field (170 Princes’ Blvd)
When: October 10th, 2026 (1 pm)
Price: Refer to Ticketmaster
Category: Family-friendly
6. Steve Lacy: Oh Yeah? Tour
Expect his signature blend of smooth R&B and funk, with live guitar, fan-favourite hits, and an intimate, high-energy performance.
Where: Coca-Cola Coliseum (19 Nunavut Rd)
When: October 5th, 2026 (8 pm)
Price: Refer to Ticketmaster
Category: Date-Friends
7. Fall Harvest Market
Thanksgiving weekend festival featuring local artisanal vendors, seasonal food and drinks, live entertainment, and autumn activities like pumpkin carving and cozy fire pits.
Where: Sugar Beach (11 Dockside Dr)
When: October 9th - 12th, 2026
Price: Free
Category: Family-friendly
8. Karate Kid - The Musical
A stage musical adaptation combining songs, dance, and acting based on the classic film.
Where: Princess of Wales Theatre (300 King St W)
When: Throughout October, 2026
Price: Starting at $69
Category: Family-friendly
9. Haunted ROM Tour
Explore the ROM’s darker side on a guided tour uncovering eerie stories, mysterious objects, and supposedly haunted history throughout the museum.
Where: Royal Ontario Museum (100 Queen’s Park)
When: October 10th, 2026
Price: $5/person plus regular admission, free for museum members
Category: Date-Friends
10. Toronto Flower Market
A free to attend Saturday market featuring seasonal blooms from local growers and vendors.
Where: TD Commons, CAMH (1001 Queen St W)
When: October 10th, 2026
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
11. MULTIfest
Experience a week of immersive art, interactive installations, digital experiences, and creative programming celebrating Toronto’s tech-art scene.
Where: STACKT Market (28 Bathurst St)
When: October 1st - 8th, 2026
Price: Free
Category: Date-Friends
12. Canada Salsa & Bachata Congress
The six day event features international artists, dance companies, instructors, DJs and vendors, with programming for beginners through advanced dancers.
Where: Fairmont Royal York (100 Front St W)
When: October 7th - 12th, 2026
Price: Starting at $10
Category: Date-Friends
13. Essence of the Garden: Plein Air Art Exhibition
Over 100 original plein air paintings capturing the light, movement, and natural beauty of the gardens, created by 46 local artists.
Where: Toronto Botanical Garden (777 Lawrence Ave E)
When: October 3rd - 18th, 2026
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
14. Toronto Indie Horror Fest
A DIY horror film festival showcasing independent movies from Toronto and around the world, including short film and international horror features.
Where: Eyesore Cinema (1176 Bloor St W)
When: October 6th - 10th, 2026
Price: Starting at $12
Category: Date-Friends
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