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Just because the weekend is coming to an end it doesn’t mean that the fun has to stop.
If you’re still looking for something to do, we’ve rounded up a number of awesome events happening throughout the city today, Sunday, May 5.
This includes a few Cinco de Mayo celebrations, the Toronto Coffee & Tea Expo, some cool pop-ups, and much more.
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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
GradEx Art Show
What: This May, you’ll have the chance to ogle at work by Canada’s next generation of artists and designers… completely free of charge. OCAD University will showcase the work of the Class of 2019 at the Annual Graduate Exhibition (GradEx) from May 1 to May 5.
When: On now until May 5
Time: Wednesday, 6:30 pm to 11:30 pm; Thursday and Friday, 9:30 am to 8 pm; Saturday, and Sunday, 11 am to 5 pm
Where: OCAD University – 100, 113 and 115 McCaul Street
Admission: Free
Jane’s Walk
What: Jane’s Walk is an annual festival of free, community-led walking tours inspired by Jane Jacobs. Explore your city, share stories about your community and connect with your neighbours on any of the hundreds of Jane’s Walks taking place across the GTA
When: On now until May 5
Time: Varies by day
Where: Various locations throughout the city
Price: Free to participate
Mejuri Walk-Out
What: If you’re still thinking about what to get your mom for Mothers’ Day, Toronto-based jewellery brand, Mejuri, is holding a special ‘walk-out’ that kicks off this weekend. This means that customers are able to walk out of the Toronto showroom with their purchase. With Mejuri being a direct to consumer, digitally-native brand, leaving with your purchase is not a regular occurrence- perfect timing. And if you really want to win this Mother’s Day, book a personal styling appointment for you + mom. See your favourite pieces, styling advice and get your fingers sized all while sipping on champagne. Book yours, here.
When: On now until May 11
Time: Monday to Friday, 12 pm to 8 pm; Saturday, 11 am to 7 pm; Sunday, 11 am to 6 pm
Where: Mejuri Toronto Showroom, 906 Dundas Street West
Toronto Jewish Film Festival
What: The Toronto Jewish Film Festival (TJFF), showcases the best feature films, documentaries and shorts from Canada and around the world, on themes of Jewish culture and identity. TJFF heightens awareness of Jewish and cultural diversity around the world to audiences of all cultural backgrounds, and presents films in their original languages, with subtitles, in an effort to break down racial, cultural and religious barriers and stereotypes.
When: On now until May 12
Time: Screenings vary by day
Where: Multiple venues
Price: From $15
This is Tiffany T Experience
This is Tiffany 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
CONTACT Photography Festival
What: Back for another year is 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
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
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
Uncle IRL
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What: This weekend, you can get an exclusive look at Toronto-based Uncle Studios IRL. During this two-day pop-up you can shop exclusive pieces from the brand and check out a series of activations including a panel featuring a number of boss ass women, workshops, wellness sessions and more.
When: May 5
Where: 434 College Street, 2nd Floor
Mindfulness of the Senses
What: Meditation instructor Cassidy Thedorf and Thai yoga masseuse and yoga instructor Leanne Davis are offering attendees of these classes mindful exploration of the senses. Enjoy guided meditation with Thai yoga massage (touch), essential oils (smell), sound healing with a crystal quartz singing bowl (sound), a mindful chocolate tasting (taste), and more. All are welcome, including beginners. You’ll want to bring along a yoga mat and a small scarf.
When: May 5
Time: 9 am
Where: Indigo Toronto Eaton Centre – 200 Yonge Street
Tickets: $31.64, available online
48th annual Forsythia Festival
What: Every May, Cabbagetown residents gather to welcome spring at the annual Forsythia Festival. The spring festival is Cabbagetown’s official welcoming of the new season, and like every year, there will be a parade and a dress code that includes the colour yellow.
When: May 5
Time: 11 am to 3 pm
Where: Wellesley Park, 500 Wellesley Street East
Price: Admission is free
Toronto Coffee & Tea Expo
What: Taking place at the CF Shops at Don Mills, Town Square, the two-day event celebrates the buzz of café culture in Toronto. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore exhibitors, savour endless free samples, learn industry secrets and participate in hands-on programs.
When: May 5
Time: 11 am to 5 pm
Where: CF Shops at Don Mills, Town Square
Price: Tickets are available online
Veg Spring Market
What: The Veg Spring Market will be returning to Artscape Wychwood Barns for its second annual event on May 5, featuring mouthwatering vegan eats from a huge selection of vendors.
When: May 5
Time: 11 am to 6 pm
Where: Artscape Wychwood Barns – 601 Christie Street
Tickets: Available online, $5 entry
Cambie Wedding Collection Preview
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What: Cambie founder Camille Byrne is celebrating the launch of the first-ever wedding collection of Cambie blankets. Come and enjoy refreshments and light fare and shop for special treasures for your big day from local-based makers. Guests will also leave with a gift bag and a complimentary flower arrangement.
When: May 4 and 5
Time: 12 pm to 5 pm
Where: Cambie
Price: Free to attend
Cinco de Mayo at Campechano
What: On Sunday, whether shopping on Queen Street has left you hangry or you’re in the mood for some authentic tacos, Campechano will definitely curb your appetite. Here you’ll find tacos and quesadillas boasting the freshest housemade tortillas, which pair perfectly with a chilled bottle of Sol, the original Mexican cerveza.
When: May 5
Where: 504 Adelaide Street West
Price: Pay for what you eat
Paddle the Don
What: Manulife’s Paddle the Don is taking place returns this weekend, giving you the chance to paddle through the heart of Canada’s largest urban region to raise awareness about the health of the Don River. The event is expected to see over 700 participants in more than 300 canoes and kayaks paddle a 10.5km stretch of the river, which runs along the river from Ernest Thompson Seton Park and ends at Corktown Common.
When: May 5
Time: All day
Where: The event begins at Ernest Thompson Seton Park and ends at Corktown Common located at 155 Bayview Avenue
Price: $100 per boat, whether it’s a canoe or kayak
Cinco de Mayo at El Rey
This Sunday, there’s no better place to celebrate Cinco de Mayo then at El Rey in Kensington Market. Here you can enjoy mouthwatering tacos prepared by Chef Rodrigo Aguillar, $10 margs, drink specials, and a mariachi band kicking off at 2 pm.
When: May 5
Time: 12 pm to midnight
Where: 2a Kensington Avenue
Price: No cover
Cinco de Mayo at Regulars
What: Celebrate May 5 at Regulars with a mouthwatering brunch menu. Seating is limited and these eats are always delicious, so RSVP at [email protected].
When: May 5
Time: From noon to 5 pm
Where: Regulars – 668 King Street West
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