8 Free Things To Do Around Toronto This Spring So You Can Save Money & Still Have Fun
Spring is in the air!
Woman standing with cherry blossoms. Right: Felker's Falls.
Living in Toronto isn't cheap and if you're looking to save money this spring then you might want to add some of these spots to your plans.
There are a bunch of free things to do in and around the city so you can have fun without going broke. Here are eight free activities to enjoy this spring.
Go on a spring hike
Price: Free
Address: 1749 Meadowvale Rd., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Rouge National Urban Park is a scenic spot to spend a spring day. You can wander through meadows, forests, marshlands, and more or even go on a free guided walk.
Visit a flower festival
Price: Free
When: June 10 to 11, 2023
Address: 155 Arena St., Oshawa, ON
Why You Need To Go: The Oshawa Peony Festival is returning for another year and you can enjoy music, vendors, and tons of colourful peonies. There will be food truck onsite so you can grab a snack and enjoy the blooms.
Go to a museum
Price: Free
When: April 18, May 16, and June 20, 2023
Address:100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: The ROM offers free admission on the third Tuesday of each month from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. You can see exhibitions like T.rex: The Ultimate Predator and Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
Experience a lights festival
Price: Free
When: Until May 7, 2023
Address: 955 Lake Shore Blvd. W., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Take a trip to Ontario Place to see Explore Lumière: The Art of Light (formerly Winter Light Exhibition). You can follow a trail filled with unique installations by local artists.
Get lost in cherry blossoms
Price: Free
When: Expected to bloom end of April
Address: 1873 Bloor St. W., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Each spring, High Park transforms into a pink wonderland filled with cherry blossoms. It's a stunning phenomenon to see and the blossoms are expected to reach their peak around the end of April.
Wander along a floral trail
Price: Free
When: May 10 to 14, 2023
Address: Bloor-Yorkville, Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Fleurs de Villes is returning to Bloor-Yorkville and you can see over 30 flower installations scattered throughout the area. This year, the displays are "inspired by destinations, traditions, and stories from around the world."
Explore a lush garden
Price: Free
Address: 160 Gerrard St. E., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Allan Gardens Conservatory boasts five greenhouses filled with gorgeous plants. You'll feel like you're in the tropics as you wander past cacti, flowers, and more.
Chase a waterfall
Price: Free
Address: Ackland St., Stoney Creek, ON
Why You Need To Go: Felker's Falls is a 22-metre-high terraced ribbon waterfall that's tucked away in a lush forest. It tumbles into a bedrock gorge and is a gorgeous spot for a spring adventure.
Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.