8 Things To Do In Toronto This Weekend That Even Ford Would Approve Of

Start planning some weekend fun!
Lead Writer, Travel

The weekend is finally here, and the city is brimming with fun activities.

These things to do in Toronto let you enjoy your days off while staying safe.

Since it's the spookiest time of the year, you can take part in haunted events like drive-thrus and sinister trails.

Or, enjoy the last of the fall colours by taking a hike through a vibrant forest.

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Drive Through A Halloween Land

Price: $44.95 per vehicle

When: October 21 - 31, 2020

Address: 176 Cherry St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Explore a haunted 1.5 km trail from your car at this spooky drive-in experience.

Wander Through Haunted Castle Grounds

Price: $32.49 per adult

When: Until November 1, 2020

Address: 1 Austin Terr., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Casa Loma's grounds and tunnels have transformed into a spooky trail this season, and you can take a social distanced walk through all sorts of creepy sets.

Get A Taste Of Country Living

Price: Free

Address: 201 Winchester St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Take a break from the bustling city and visit the charming Riverdale Farm to experience some country living.

Visit A Hay Bale Town

Price: Members $25.00 per car & Non-Members $30 per car

When: Until October 31, 2020

Address: 2000 Meadowvale Rd., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: The Toronto Zoo has a festive hay bale set up where you can take lots of spooky photos.

Get Cozy On A Harvest Patio

Price: See menu

When: Until November 1, 2020

Address: 621 Richmond St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Indulge in everything fall at this pop-up patio, where you can go pumpkin bowling, sip drinks from squashes, and more.

Go On A Colourful Hike

Price: Free

Address: 351 Glen Manor Dr., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Glen Stewart Ravine is a magical place to take in the fall colours and enjoy some fresh air.

Zoom Away From Zombies

Price: Starting at $23.87

When: Until November 8, 2020

Address: 100 City Centre Dr., Parking Lot 5, Level C, Mississauga, ON

Why You Need To Go: Get spooked from your car as you drive through a parking garage filled with zombies and other scary surprises.

Eat 'Death Burgers'

Price: $22.50 + for 6 sliders

Address: 580 Church St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Indulge in some spooky eats at Storm Crow Manor by trying the 'Death Burgers', available for patio dining and take out.

Before you get going, check our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.

  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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