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5 Free Things To Do In Toronto This Month From Exhibits To Art & Drive-In Movies (PHOTOS)

Doors Open TO is back for another year!

Toronto flower market at display. Right: Evening at Stakt.

Toronto flower market at display. Right: Evening at Stakt.

Associate Editor

Are you looking for things to do in Toronto this month that won't break the bank? Look no further because we've got you covered!

With Doors Open Toronto returning this year, you won't want to miss out on the chance to explore some of the city's most iconic buildings and landmarks.

But that's not all — from cultural events to art markets, we've put together a list of five free activities that will have you exploring exhibits, stunning views of the city, local art and more!

So, grab your calendar and mark these free events on your schedule.

Doors Open Toronto

Price: Free

Date: May 27 to May 28

Address: Various sites across the city

Why You Need To Go: With over 140 buildings open to the public, this event provides a unique opportunity to explore the city's rich history and culture.

You can visit sites like the Aga Khan Museum, Toronto's first post office, and the Fort York National Historic Site, among others. This year, you can even check out City Hall's observation deck for stunning views of Toronto.

Doors Open Toronto website

Asian Night Market at Stakt

Price: Free

Date: May 20, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Address: 28 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: BACKYARD @ Stackt is a popular summer festival in Toronto that's all about celebrating "community and culture."

At this event, you can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with over 40 local food vendors, live dance performances, electronic music showcases, and workshops.

It's a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and flavours of Toronto's Asian community and experience a diverse range of activities and offerings.

Stackt website

Drive-In Movie Pop-Up at Downsview

Price: Free admission (donations accepted)

Date: May 6 to May 27 (times of shows differ)

Address: 30 Hanover Road, Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Drive-In Downsview is a pop-up film experience that takes place on the historic Downsview Airport Lands.

You can enjoy a movie experience under the stars, with different community partners presenting each film. You can bring your family and friends, pile into your car or bring lawn chairs to enjoy a classic movie experience.

The event also features free snacks.

Event website

Beaches Artisan Market

Price: Free

Date: May 14, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Address: Kew Gardens, 2075 Queen St. E., Toronto

Why You Need To Go: The Great Hall on Queen Street will be home to a vibrant artisan market that showcases the creative talents of local artists.

Here you'll find an array of unique and handmade goods, all set in a historic venue that adds to the charm and ambiance of the shopping experience.

Beaches Artisan Market website

Toronto Flower Market

Price: Free

Date: May 13, June 10, July 15, August 12, September 9, October 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Address: CAMH, 1001 Queen St West, Toronto

Why You Need To Go: Celebrate the beauty of nature at the Toronto Flower Market's 11th season. Discover an array of seasonal blooms sourced from over 30 Ontario flower growers and vendors as you stroll through the market's vibrant colours and fragrances.

Make sure to mark your calendars to experience this blossoming event.

Toronto Flower Market website

  • Associate Editor

    Rhythm Sachdeva (she/her) was a Toronto-based Associate Editor at Narcity Media. She has previously reported for CTV News, The Canadian Press, the Toronto Star and the Times of India, where she published several A1 features and breaking news stories for national audiences. Rhythm graduated from the University of Toronto with an honours bachelor of arts degree in journalism and also holds a graduate certificate in contemporary journalism from Centennial College. At university, she was the managing editor of her campus magazine, The Underground. She's passionate about writing about the diverse immigrant community in Toronto and is always on the hunt for unique human interest stories.

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