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Browse all free events in Toronto, Canada. Find activities that fit your interests without spending money. Perfect for budget-conscious attendees.
Sep 5, 2024 · Discover the top free attractions and activities in Toronto, from historic districts and parks to markets and libraries. See traveller reviews, ratings, photos and tips for each place.
Apr 29, 2024 · A list of 30+ free fun events in Toronto and GTA during April including fun family activities, festivals, live music, adult events and more!
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#1 Visit the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) on Wednesday nights.
This was one of my FAVORITE free things to do in Toronto, especially on a cold winter’s night. After 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, admission is FREE. The exhibits are gorgeous, and there’s a beautiful cafe inside with breathtaking architecture of floor-to-ceiling curved wooden beams. BONUS: The AGO’s gift shop is unique and fun to peruse. You can find art prints, books, postcards, and more.
#2 Walk around the Eaton Centre.
Okay, I’m only a LITTLE bit embarrassed to admit this: The Eaton Centre is my favorite place in all of Toronto. 😂 Yes, I’m just a basic tourist. The Eaton Centre is a massive mall. But there’s something about it that just makes me feel like “Yes, I am in Toronto.” Plus, it’s a great place to warm up when it’s cold outside. Some favorite stops for me in the Eaton Centre are Indigo Books, Call It Spring, Roots, Aroma Espresso, and Jimmy the Greek.
#3 Walk the PATH.
The PATH is a network of underground shops/an escape from the brutal cold of Toronto. You can find entrances to it in various places in Toronto, including the Eaton Centre. Get the PATH map here.
#48 Experience a night of jazz and storytelling at The Communist’s Daughter
Okay, I was REALLY hesitant to put this on the list simply because it is hands-down my most treasured memory of Toronto and also kind of a local secret. I don’t want it to become overrun with people, but I also want to share the love. The Communist’s Daughter is a hole-in-the-wall bar in Little Italy. You won’t find a sign for it. In fact, outside, it says “Nazare Snack Bar.” Inside, there isn’t much to look at, and it’s tiny. But…on Saturday and Sunday nights they host jazz musicians. And yo...
#49 Take the ferry to the Toronto Islands
I LOVE doing this. The Toronto Islands is like its own little world floating just off the shore of Toronto. To live here, people are put on waitlists for years. The houses are adorable, and there are many beaches you can go to.
#50Royal Ontario Museum – $15.43
Explore Canada’s largest museum of world cultures and natural history—and this ticket lets you skip the line! You can gawk at the Barosaurus (Canada’s largest dinosaur on display), the 900-carat Light of the Desert Cerussite gem, the Tomb Mound of General Zu Dashou (“Ming Tomb”), and so much more.
#63 Enjoy a bomba at Sud Forno
Sud Forno is my favorite bakery, and its most popular concoction is the bomba, which is like a donut stuffed with Nutella. YUM.
#64 Dineen Coffee Co.
*Sigh* Sadly, I seem never to have the time to actually go here, but I’ve passed by it before, and it’s so freaking gorgeous. It would be a great place to grab a coffee or bring a laptop and work at for the afternoon.
#65 416 Snack Bar
Every dish at this snack bar runs just $6-$12 each. And it’s delicious! Late at night, though, it gets so loud it’s basically a nightclub.
As you can see, there are plenty of free things to do in Toronto if you get creative and do your research. If you’d like to save even more money on your trip don’t forget to check out my guide on secret Airbnb money-saving tips that’ll have you booking your trip like a pro! I hope you enjoy your trip! By the way, you can usemy code and get $40 offy...
Toronto's got it all: art, food, history, nightlife. But big city amenities come with big city price tags, and Toronto is among the most expensive destinations in Canada. Fortunately there's plenty to do without reaching for your credit card.
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