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Saturday, we meet again.
And in case you’re still trying to figure out what to do today, we’ve rounded up 16 awesome events happening in and around the city from morning to night.
See also
- Every road closure in Toronto this weekend: April 26 to 28
- Toronto is getting an experiential art maze on June 1
- OCAD is having a huge FREE art show featuring its up-and-coming grads
Digifest 2019
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What: This three-day digital festival brings together tech leaders and innovators in the world of media and gaming to Toronto for programming, activities, and discussions.
When: On now until April 27
Time: Doors open at 8 am
Where: Corus Quay, 25 Dockside Drive
Price: Tickets range from $39 to $149 and are available online
Four Chords and a Gun
What: Four Chords and a Gun is an explosive new play about the infamous punk band The Ramones written by John Ross Bowie. The play reveals the drama-filled 1979 recording session that led to The Ramones album End of the Century, produced by the volatile Phil Spector.
When: On now until April 28
Time: 7:30 pm
Where: Fleck Theatre
Tickets: From $39
Fashion Art Toronto 2019
What: This five-day showcase features art-influenced fashion presentations, performances, multidisciplinary art installations, photography, and short films.
When: On now until April 28
Time: 5 pm to 10 pm
Where: Daniels Spectrum, 585 Dundas Street East
Price: General admission $45
Rudsak Sample Sale
What: Get your credit cards ready! Rudsak is having a massive sample sale this weekend, with outerwear at up to 50% off. And considering most Rudsak pieces retail for almost $1000, you can expect to find some incredible deals.
When: On now until April 28
Time: Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm
Where: 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga
Price: No entry cost
It Happened Here
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What: You can celebrate 25 years of Budweiser Stage magic at this interactive pop-up exhibit on Queen West. Check out dozens of photos from some of the biggest names to perform at the iconic music venue, enjoy live music, and experience a little bit of history.
When: On now until May 4
Where: 950 Queen Street West
Price: Free to attend
HotDocs
What: North America’s largest documentary festival returns to Toronto this month bringing an outstanding selection of over 200 films from Canada and around the world to Toronto audiences.
When: On now until May 5
Time: Various screenings each day
Where: Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema, 506 Bloor Street West
Price: Tickets vary by screening
This is Tiffany T Experience
What: Shoppers and Instagram fans alike need to check out North America’s first Tiffany Infinity Mirrors-inspired pop-up space. The “This is Tiffany T” experience features reflective surfaces and showcases the infinitely brilliant world of Tiff.
When: On now until May 15
Time: Mall hours vary by day
Where: Yordale Shopping Centre, 3401 Dufferin Street
Admission: Free to attend
HideSeek pop-up Toronto
What: You can awaken your inner child at Toronto’s brand new and unforgettable pop-up, HideSeek this spring. Occupying a 7,000-sq-ft vacant retail space in the Dundas West neighbourhood, the pop-up invites you to escape reality and relive the days of childhood. Explore multi-sensory elements throughout the space and marvel at epic floor-to-ceiling installations.
When: On now until June 2
Time: Thursday and Friday, 12 pm to 10 pm; Saturday and Sunday, 10 am to 10 pm
Where: Dundas West neighbourhood — 1305 Dundas Street West
Price: $25 (plus taxes and service fees) — Tickets available online
Ai Weiwei: Unbroken
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What: Ai Weiwei, one of the world’s most influential living artists and human rights activists, is bringing a collection of his ceramic works to Toronto’s Gardiner Museum. Called Unbroken, the exhibit will present an array of Ai’s ceramic works while highlighting “urgent global issues.”
When: On now until June 9
Time: 10 am to 5 pm
Where: Gardiner Museum, 111 Queens Park
Admission: $15 for adults
Anthony Ricciardi DREAM SPACE Exhibit
What: DREAM SPACE is a 2,500-sq-ft immersive pop-up museum featuring Ricciardi’s original canvas work and sculpture series. The gallery acts as an entry point to a “secret and hidden” pop-up experience filled with 15 large-scale interactive installations and multi-sensory immersive spaces inspired by Ricciardi’s creations, including a pool of gold coins. Visitors will also have the chance to take one of Ricciardi’s pieces home with prices starting at $100, up to $7,000.
When: Open now until July 2019
Time: Mall hours vary by day
Where: Yorkdale Mall. 3401 Dufferin Street
Admission: Admission to the gallery is free with a $15 admission fee to access the pop-up art installation and immersive space
Evergreen Brick Works Saturday Markets
What: The Evergreen Brick Works Saturday market has grown to become the largest farmers’ market in Toronto. Here you’ll find a wide variety of local and seasonal food from local farmers and producers.
When: Every Saturday- April 27
Time: 9 am to 1 pm
Where: 550 Bayview Avenue
Admission: Free
Etobicoke Butter Tart Festival
What: The second-ever Etobicoke Butter Tart Festival returns this weekend. The mouthwatering event is free to attend and will see the best of Ontario butter tarts compete for top honours, plus tons of sampling and sweet treats for sale.
When: April 27
Time: 10 am to 4 pm
Where: Plast Toronto, 516 The Kingsway, Toronto
Price: Admission is free
The Distillery’s Gone Daffodil
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What: The Distillery District is hosting its first-ever open-air, family-fun event in support of The Canadian Cancer Society this weekend. Event goers can look forward to a daffodil flower market, interactive and unique installations, and much more.
When: April 27 and 28
Time: 10:30 am to 7:30 pm
Where: Distillery District
Price: Free to attend
The Wizard’s Brunch and Dinner
What: This magical event will take over a haunting venue in the heart of the city in late April. Don’t miss the chance to channel your favourite witch or wizard and feast on a delightful meal, just like they do at Hogwarts. At this meal, you’re sure to be entertained.
When: April 27
Time: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm for brunch; 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm for dinner
Where: 7 Hart House Circle
Price: $95-$159; buy online
The Deadstock Depot Vintage Flea Market
What: Toronto’s only vintage streetwear flea market is back. Shop from dozens of local and international vendors who have come together to form Canada’s largest selection of handpicked garments catering to the 80s, 90s, and 2000s street and sportswear aesthetic.
When: April 27
Time: Doors open at 1 pm
Where: Ossington Tire, 146 Ossington Avenue
Price: $10 entry fee
Afro Caribbean Vegan Market
What: This not-for-profit event features plant-based products, art and services. Learn more about the benefits of introducing more plants into your day-to-day life through guest speakers, workshops and more.
When: April 27
Time: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: 519 Community Centre – 519 Church Street
Admission: Free
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