5 things to do in Toronto today: Tuesday, May 21

May 18 2019, 3:29 am

In case you’re looking for a reason to leave your home and have some fun today, we’ve put together a list of the top events happening in the city this May 21.

From the Toronto Raptors playoff game to the Collision Conference, here are the top events happening in Toronto this Tuesday.

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Collision 2019

What: Now in its sixth year, Collision was created by the team behind Web Summit, the world’s largest tech event. Collision attracts CEOs of the world’s largest companies, founders of exciting startups, leading investors, and media from more than 120 countries.

When: On now until May 23
Time: Events throughout the day
Where: Enercare Centre, 100 Princes’ Blvd.
Price: Tickets from $695

CONTACT Photography Festival

What: Back for another year is the Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival, the largest annual photography event in the world, which showcases works from hundreds of photographers at locations all over the city.

When: On now until May 31
Time: All day
Where: Venues throughout the city
Price: Free

Free Toronto Raptors Tailgate Party

What: Our Toronto Raptors are facing the Milwaukee Bucks this evening as part of the NBA Playoffs for Game 4. And in case you can’t snag a ticket, there will be a FREE Raptors tailgate party happening in Maple Leaf Square tonight.

When: May 21
Time: Gates open at 5 pm
Where: Scotiabank Arena, 40 Bay Street
Admission: Free to attend

The WOW Dinner

What: The Worldwide Network of Women is bringing Toronto its first dinner for women in tech, in the midst of the city’s hosting of Collision, North America’s fastest-growing tech conference. The special event will be held at the Gladstone Hotel tonight. The WOW Dinner is part of a global series of networking events that aim to promote diversity and the empowerment of women in tech and related industries.

When: May 21
Time: 5:30 pm
Where: The Gladstone Hotel, 1214 Queen Street Wes
Price: Tickets are available online from $150

Fireside Tales: May Edition

What: The coziest storytelling show is returning for its sixth year. Come join hosts Helder Brum and Dan Galea around the fire as they bring together some of the best storytellers in the city. You bring the blankets, snacks and friends, and they’ll supply the hot cocoa and marshmallows.

When: May 21
Time: 8 pm to 9:30 pm
Where: Dufferin Grove Park
Price: Pay-what-you-can

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