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Date night in Toronto: Free, cheap and fancy things to do from May 3 to May 5

Options for every budget! ❤️

Kensington Market in Toronto.

Kensington Market in Toronto.

Senior Writer

If you're looking to have a date night in Toronto with your partner this weekend, we've rounded up some ideas for you that range from either free to pricey, and no matter what your budget is, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Whether you're looking to soak up some culture at the AGO or chow down on some delicious bites in Kensington Market, here's what you can do in Toronto from May 3 to 5 with your date at various price points.

Free: Visit the AGO

When: May 4 and 5, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Why You Need To Go: You and your boo can enjoy free admission to the Art Gallery of Ontario and all of its works, including the new exhibition Making Her Mark: A History of Women Artists in Europe, 1400-1800, and ongoing exhibitions KAWS: FAMILY, Feels Like Home, and Painted Presence: Rembrandt and His Peers.

Keep in mind that you might need a bit of patience as it's bound to be busy!

Visit the AGO's website

Cheap: Visit the Toronto Coin Expo

Price: $6.00

When: May 3 and 4

Address: Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge Street Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: To see some seriously unique coins and learn a little more about our currency, head to the Reference Library to have some fun with your partner.

There's also a live auction that you can participate in if a particular coin strikes your fancy — it could be a cute reminder of a fun day out!

Visit the Toronto Coin Expo's website

Fancy: Kensington Market 'Taste the World' Food Tour

Price: $69

When: May 3, 4 and 5

Address: Kensington Market 30, St Andrew Street

Why You Need To Go: If you're looking for a gastronomic experience, this guided tour of Kensington Market will let you skip the lines and sample foods from hidden gems and the hottest new locations, from Tibetan dumplings to Jamaican patties.

You'll also get an insight into on the history of the neighbourhood, stores and food — delicious and educational!

Kensington Market 'Taste the World' Food Tour's website

This article's cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.

  • Senior Writer

    Sarah Rohoman (she/her) was a Senior Writer with Narcity Media. She has worked at BuzzFeed Canada, Yahoo Canada, and CBC Radio in news, lifestyle, ecommerce, and social media. She has an MA in Journalism from Western University and a BA from McGill. She loves libraries, alpacas, and all things witchy.

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