Toronto is packed with things to do this weekend! From immersive experiences and live performances to fall festivals, sports, vintage markets, spooky tours, and free activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy across the city.

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1. Harry Potter: Visions of Magic

A new self-guided multisensory immersive experience featuring interactive wands, projections, and architecture.

Where: YZD (30 Hanover Rd)

When: Opening October 16th, 2026

Price: From $28

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website. 

2. TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon

Catch the 5K at 9am on October 17th and then head downtown at 8am on October 18th to cheer on runners tackling the full and half marathon.

Where: Various locations across downtown Toronto

When: October 17th - 18th, 2026

Price: Free to watch

Category: Date-Friends 

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3. 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: Throughout October 2026

Price: Ticket options vary

Category: Family-friendly 

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4. Vintage MRKT $5/LB Event

Shop second-hand fashion at Toronto’s $5-per-pound vintage market, featuring three days of unique clothing finds and accessories on Queen West this weekend.

Where: It’s Ok* Studios (468 Queen St W)

When: October 16th - 18th, 2026

Price: Free admission

Category: Date-Friends

Click here for the website. 

5. How to Train Your Dragon 2 in Concert

How to Train Your Dragon 2 screened in HD while a full symphony orchestra plays composer John Powell’s original score live, synchronized to the film.

Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E)

When: October 16th - 17th, 2026

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

6. Fall Festival at Queen’s Park

Enjoy pumpkin carving, a petting zoo, outdoor markets, live entertainment, face painting, inflatable games, seasonal activities, and more.

Where: Ontario Legislative Building (111 Wellesley St W)

When: October 17th, 2026 (11 am - 5 pm)

Price: Free

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

7. Canada vs. England Women’s Rugby

Watch Canada's women's rugby team take on world champions England at BMO Field in a highly anticipated rematch of the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup final.

Where: BMO Field (170 Princes’ Blvd)

When: October 16th, 2026 (7 pm)

Price: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Date-Friends

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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: Refer to Ticketmaster

Category: Family-friendly 

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9. Bayview Leaside BIA Apple Fest

Celebrate the fall season at Bayview Leaside BIA’s Apple Fest, featuring seasonal activities, local businesses, family-friendly fun, and plenty of apple-inspired treats.

Where: Bayview Leaside BIA (Bayview Ave & Leaside area)

When: October 17th, 2026

Price: Free to attend

Category: Family-friendly 

Click here for the website.

10. Toronto After Dark Film Festival

The 19th annual festival runs for five nights and will showcase feature films plus short-film programs from filmmakers in Canada and around the world.

Where: Scotiabank Theatre Toronto + CineCycle

When: Until October 18th, 2026

Price: Single tickets $16.99

Category: Date-Friends

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11. Withrow Park Farmers’ Market + Seasonal Clothing Swap

Shop local and refresh your fall wardrobe at its Seasonal Clothing Swap, where you can swap gently used clothing, accessories, and more.

Where: Withrow Park (725 Logan Ave)

When: October 17th, 2026 (9 am - 1 pm)

Price: Free

Category: Family-friendly

Click here for the website.

12. Haunted ROM Tour

Explore the Royal Ontario Museum on a spooky guided tour featuring eerie stories, hidden secrets, and mysterious moments throughout the galleries.

Where: Royal Ontario Museum (100 Queens Park)

When: October 17th - 18th, 2026

Price: $5 + general admission

Category: Date-Friends

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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: Until October 18th, 2026

Price: Free admission

Category: Date-Friends

Click here for the website.