The weekend has come to an end, but it doesn’t mean the fun has to stop.
Get your week started on the right note by checking out the top events happening in and around the city today.
Toronto International Film Festival
What: The 43rd-annual Toronto International Film Festival descends on Toronto this month! The 10-day festival features moving, influential and star power-packed films from both home and abroad.
When: Now until September 10
Time: Screenings and event times vary by day
Where: Venues throughout the city
Price: Varies by screening
Childish Gambino
What: The This is America singer and actor Childish Gambino, aka Donald Glover, is heading back on the road, bringing his North American tour to Toronto this month.
When: September 10
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: Scotiabank Arena, 40 Bay Street
Price: From $109
Ossington Comedy
What: If you’re looking to get your laugh on, The Ossington will be hosting its weekly Monday night comedy show tonight. Tonight’s lineup includes Chris Locke, Nick Flanagan, Nick Nemeroff, Everardo Ramirez, Emily Bilton, Blayne Smith, Andy Noble, and George Burgess to name a few.
When: September 10
Time: 8 pm to 10 pm
Where: The Ossington, 61 Ossington Avenue
Price: Pay what you can
Battlemat
What: Rally up your friends! Tonight, the kind folks from Snakes & Lattes are getting the dice rolling at Rec Room’s board game night.
When: September 10
Time: 8 pm
Where: Rec Room
Price: No cover
The Art of Banksy
What: A new massive exhibit curated by Steve Lazarides, Banksy’s former manager, is open in Toronto displaying the largest collection of the artist’s works. According to organizers, with over $35 million in art, this is the largest Banksy exhibit ever assembled.
When: Now until September 16
Time: Monday and Tuesday, 11 am to 7 pm; Wednesday, 11 am to 8 pm; Thursday and Friday, 11 am to 10 pm; Saturday, 9 am to 12 am; Sunday, 9 am to 9 pm
Where: 213 Sterling Road, Toronto
Price: Tickets start at $35