5 things to do in Toronto today: Thursday, July 11

Jul 11 2019, 3:30 am

The work week is finally winding down.

But in case you can’t wait until the weekend to have some fun, we recommend checking out some of the awesome events happening around the city this Thursday, July 11.

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Bar Aperol

What: Bar Aperol will be selling Aperol Spritz’s and serving alongside an Italian aperitivo food menu by the Cheese Boutique, and coffee and espresso by Lavazza. Those looking to enjoy an aperitif but don’t want to consume alcohol, Crodino, the Italian non-alcoholic aperitif will be available.

When: Open for the month of July, four days a week (Thursday to Sunday)
Time: Thursdays and Fridays, 4 pm to 11 pm; Saturdays and Sundays, 2 pm to 10 pm
Where: 1030Queen Street West
Price: Admission is free

Summer Music in the Garden

What: The Summer Music in the Garden concert series will kick off in honour of the Toronto Music Garden’s 20th anniversary, and will feature 18 free concerts of classical, traditional and world music, including a concert on August 25 that will feature the Music Garden’s “theme song,” Bach’s Suite no. 1 in G Major for solo cello.

When: July 11
Time: 7 pm
Where: 479 Queens Quay West
Price: Free to attend

Corktown Common Park Summer Movies

What: This summer, the Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) is inviting movie aficionados for another year of outdoor films at Corktown Common Park on a brand-new 12 m screen. The park is one of four locations where TOPS is screening outdoor films all summer long. This year’s screening programme is Dynamic Duos, so bring along your special someone to watch feature-length and short films about classic cinematic pairs, exploring themes like friendship, couples, rivalry and doppelgängers. Tonight’s screening is Hunt for the Wilderpeople, and the short is The Guest.

When: July 11
Time: Films begin at sundown
Where: Corktown Common Park, 155 Bayview Avenue
Price: Screenings are free of charge, but donations are always accepted

Thomas Rhett in Toronto

What: Country girls and boys, get your cowboy boots ready. Thomas Rhett will be performing in Toronto this evening at the Budweiser Stage. Get ready to sing along to Rhett’s new album, plus all his chart-topping hits.

When: July 11
Time: 7 pm
Where: Budweiser Stage, 955 Lask Shore Boulevard West
Price: Tickets from $172

Diplo in Toronto

What: The one and only Diplo will be performing an intimate set at Coda this evening alongside Chris Larsen. And considering how much fun Diplo just had at the Calgary Stampede, you’ll definitely be in for a memorable night in Toronto.

When: July 11
Time: 9:30 pm
Where: Coda, 794 Bathurst Street
Price: Tickets from $42

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