Free activities to do in Toronto

There’s no denying that Toronto can be a pretty expensive place to live and play, but there are also a number of ways to enjoy the city’s unique cultural offerings without spending a dime. Save your pennies and enjoy these free activities in the 416.

Free activities to do in Toronto
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Fleck Dance Theatre

1
235 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 2G8

Forget about buying an overpriced ticket at your local big screen cinema; Toronto locals and visitors can enjoy free outdoor movies during the summer months at a variety of different venues across the city. Classic and contemporary film screenings take place at Yonge-Dundas Square, Downsview Park, Harbourfront Centre and a number of smaller community parks throughout the season — weather permitting, of course. Pack a picnic and enjoy an al fresco film under the stars for a totally unforgettable (not to mention budget-friendly) experience.

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Yonge-Dundas Square

2
1 Dundas E, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8

Forget about buying an overpriced ticket at your local big screen cinema; Toronto locals and visitors can enjoy free outdoor movies during the summer months at a variety of different venues across the city. Classic and contemporary film screenings take place at Yonge-Dundas Square, Downsview Park, Harbourfront Centre and a number of smaller community parks throughout the season — weather permitting, of course. Pack a picnic and enjoy an al fresco film under the stars for a totally unforgettable (not to mention budget-friendly) experience.

ShopAGO

3
317 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 1G4

Art lovers can pop by the AGO on Wednesday evenings to admire the gallery’s permanent collections for free (special exhibitions are an extra charge). The beautiful Frank Gehry-designed museum reveals numerous galleries adorned with classic and contemporary artworks from Canadian and international artists. Landscape paintings from Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven are particularly popular. Be sure to spend some time exploring the Galleria Italia, a light-filled sculpture promenade across the front of the gallery enclosed in wood and glass.

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Jessica is a writer, editor and self-professed foodie. She loves exploring the city on two wheels, spends almost all of her disposable income at restaurants and never apologizes for Instagramming her food. After living in Toronto for almost a decade, she traded YYZ for YVR and is now the Vancouver City Editor for YP.
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