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Planning a day with your friends, but don't know what to do in the city? There are a lot of things that you can do with your besties this May. Here are 10 of the best things to do in Toronto this May with your best friends. 

Table of Contents:

1). Drive-In Downsview: A Pop-Up Film Experience 

2). Electric Island

3). Canada's Wonderland

4). Catch the Victoria Day Fireworks 

5). Games & Trivia May Social Mixer at FreePlay

6). Munchiez Event

7). Asian Heritage Month Pop-Up Market at Chefs Hall

8). Doors Open TO

9). Toronto Blue Jays 

10). Asian Night Market at stackt market 

1). Drive-In Downsview: A Pop-Up Film Experience 

Head over to the Hangar District and get to watch a movie underneath the stars with your besties. Get into your car or bring your lawn chair and get to enjoy this unique and fun movie-watching experience with your friends. This pop-up experience also features free snacks and admission is by donation. Honey will be playing on May 21st and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish will be playing on May 28th. 

Where: 30 Hanover Road Toronto, ON M3K 1L3

When: May 21st & 28th 2023

Price: $-$$$

Category: Family-friendly

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2). Electric Island

Looking for something to do with your friends this long weekend? Hit up Electric Island, which will be happening on May 20th-21st at Hanlans Point Island. This epic music festival will be filled with several different artists, DJs, and more. Get ready for a day of fun!

Where: Hanlans Point Island 

When: May 20th-21st 2023

Price: $$$

Category: Date/Friends

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3). Canada's Wonderland

Head over to Canada’s Wonderland for a thrilling day with your friends. Get to experience all the rides, games, live entertainment, world-class attractions, and more. There will be new rides opening this year, like the Tundra Twister, which is a one-of-a-kind 360-degree swing ride, as well as the Snoopy's Racing Railway, a family launch coaster. Ride the thrilling classics like Leviathan and Behemoth, and head over to Canada's Wonderland for an exhilarating day!

Where: 1 Canada's Wonderland Drive, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6

When: Until September 2023‍

Price: $$

Category: Date/Friends

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4). Catch the Victoria Day Fireworks 

What better way to celebrate Victoria Day by enjoying a fireworks show with your friends? If you're looking for the best spots to catch the fireworks for Victoria Day, we recommend Ashbridges Bay, Niagara Falls, Canada's Wonderland, and at the Dundas Driving Park in Hamilton. Enjoy all the beautiful colours and soak in the spectacular show! 

5). Todotoronto Trivia & Games May Social Mixer at FreePlay

If you want to try something new with your friends, head over to our Trivia & Games Mixer happening on May 18th. Get to play live custom trivia, arcade & video games, group ice breakers, and more. If you and your friends are looking to meet new people in the city, then this is a great event! Make sure you grab your “bring a friend deal” tickets here.

Where: FreePlay Toronto (300 College Street Toronto, ON M5T 1R9)

When: May 18th 2023

Price: $$

Category: 19+

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6). Munchiez Event

Looking for a foodie event to go to with your friends? Head over to the Munchiez Event, which is a food-inclusive social event where the night consists of interesting & delicious food, tasty cocktails, games, and epic music! This event offers an all-you-can-eat appetizer style menu inspired by the experience of consuming cannabis and making some crazy food that tasted amazing! Please note that the food items will not be infused with cannabis. 

Where: The Annex Hotel (296 Brunswick Avenue Toronto, ON M5S 2M7)

When: May 20th 2023

Price: $$

Category: 19+

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7). Asian Heritage Month Pop-Up Market at Chefs Hall

Head over the Asian Heritage Month Pop-Up Market at Chefs Hall with your friends to celebrate Asian Heritage Month! There will be over 30 vendors available, from handmade goods to accessories to clothing to skincare & more. Food and drinks will be available for purchase as well. This pop-up offers free admission and no tickets are needed.

Where: Chefs Hall (111 Richmond St. W)

When: May 27th 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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8). Doors Open TO

Explore the city with your friends at Doors Open. For only 2 days, Doors Open Toronto welcomes the public to explore and discover some of Toronto's most loved sites and buildings for free! The event provides access to buildings that aren't usually open to the public or require an admission fee to get in. 

Where: Various locations 

When: May 27th-28th 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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9). Toronto Blue Jays 

Catching a baseball game at the Rogers Centre is definitely a fun activity to do with your friends. With their newly renovated stadium, you need to experience the new atmosphere. They offer $20 all-in ticket, which provides general admission ballpark access and is perfect for fans who want to explore the 5 district outfield neighbourhoods (Corona Rooftop Patio, Park Social, The Catch Bar, The Stop, and WestJet Flight Deck) and additional social spaces.

Where: Rogers Centre 

Price: $$-$$$

Category: Family-friendly

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10). Asian Night Market at stackt market 

Head over to stackt market this long weekend for their Asian Night Market on Sat. May 20th. There will be awesome vendors, music, food specials, and many more. Todotoronto will be on site hosting a fun Asian-themed photo booth with a pop-up from @lolphotoboothgta, where you can take photos with your friends! With costumes, props, authentic decorations, and a contest giveaway, make sure to stop by and say hi! We'll be there from 4:00 pm-8:00 pm. Admission to the event is FREE.

Where: stackt market (28 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5V 0C6)

When: May 20th 2023

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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