8 free things to do in Toronto this weekend, March 15 to 17
No need to sweat the cost!
St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario.
It's almost the weekend! If you're looking for some excitement but you're on a budget, you can check out these free things to do in Toronto this weekend.
From immersive experiences to St. Patrick's Day celebrations, there's lots to enjoy without going broke.
Here are eight activities in Toronto that won't cost you a dime this weekend.
Visit a psychic fair
Price: Free
When: March 16, 2024, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Address: 967 College St., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: The Spiritual & Psychic Fair is taking place this weekend and you can "meet top psychics, get free crystals and Dive into Quantum Healing." There will be a range of vendors to shop from onsite as well.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
Price: Free
When: March 17, 2024, beginning at noon
Address: Downtown Toronto
Why You Need To Go: Put on your best green outfit! The St. Patrick's Day Parade is happening in downtown Toronto and features music, dancing and more.
Enjoy a night of poetry
Price: Free
When: March 15, 2024
Address: 35 Hazelton Ave., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: This Friday, you can enjoy a night cabaret of readings and performances by Irish and Canadian artists, including poets, writers, storytellers and musicians.
Take a trip to the East Coast
Price: Free admission
When: March 16, 2024, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Address: 234 Bay St., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Naturescape is a three-storey immersive adventure where "every step is a journey through the sights, sounds, and flavours of New Brunswick." You can learn all about the Maritimes and enjoy live music, coastal cuisine and more.
Naturescape website
Enjoy some Irish tunes
Price: Free
When: March 15 & 17, 2024
Address: 28 Bathurst St., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, you can head to Stackt Market and enjoy live music dedicated to the Emerald Isle.
See a glowing art exhibition
Price: Free
When: March 12 to April 20, 2024
Address: 955 Lake Shore Blvd. W., Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: You can wander past 17 luminous art installations at Ontario Place this weekend. Lumière: The Art of Light features pieces by Ontario-based artists as well as bonfires on Friday and Saturday nights.
Ontario Place website
Glide around outside an airplane hangar
Price: Free
When: March 15 to 17, 2024
Address: 34 Hanover Rd.,Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: Glide around a glistening ice rink for free this weekend. The event is complete with an immersive light show in front of airplane hangars on Saturdays and Sundays. Skate rentals are available for $5.
Stretch your legs
Price: Free
Address: Toronto, ON
Why You Need To Go: It's always nice to enjoy some fresh air on the weekend, and the Martin Goodman Trail is a beautiful place for a stroll. You can enjoy lake views and cityscapes.
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.