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There as so many fun things to do this April in Toronto. Don’t miss exciting events like Toronto’s birthday celebration, Easter parades, and more!
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1. Pillow Fight
Do you remember having pillow fights when you were a kid? Well, grab your pillows and head to Nathan Phillips Square for an epic pillow fight that happens once a year.
Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N3)
When: April 12th, 2025 (1:30 pm)
Price: Free
Category: Friends
2. Celebrate Toronto: 191st Anniversary Festival
Celebrate our amazing city as it turns 191! Join fellow Torontonians to celebrate the heart and
soul of Toronto's diverse and vibrant culture with an unforgettable day of festivities. There will be
a market with over 150 local vendors, delicious food, drinks, skating, and a breathtaking
fireworks show.
Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N3)
When: April 5th, 2025 (3 pm - 10 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
3. Toronto Beaches Lions Club Easter Parade
If you’re looking for a fun way to celebrate Easter, head to the Beaches for their annual Easter Parade. The Parade begins at 2:00 pm sharp and runs for approximately two hours. It starts on Queen Street at Munro Park and heads west along Queen Street ending at Woodbine Ave.
Where: Starting at Queen Street East and Munro Park Avenue, and heading west
When: April 20th, 2025 (2 pm)
Price: Free
Category: Family-friendly
4. TIFF Next Wave Film Festival
TIFF Next Wave Film Festival promises an authentic and unexpected lineup of films and events that speak to the specific yet universal experiences of young people. Make sure you get your Under-25 Free Pass to unlock your free ticket to TIFF Next Wave Official Selection screenings!
Where: TIFF Lightbox (350 King St W, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5)
When: April 10th to 13th, 2025
Price: Free for under 25
Category: Date/friends
5. The 52: Stories of Women Who Transformed Toronto
For the first time, a museum exhibition celebrates the lives of 52 women who have inspired and shaped Toronto through themes of science, arts and culture, politics, sports, and civic life. This multidisciplinary project also features video monologues from 24 playwrights, as well as personal artifacts and photographs of these trailblazing women.
Where: 401 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5V 3A8
When: April 9th to December 20th, 2025
Price: Free, donations suggested
Category: Family-friendly
6. Barkada Market
Enjoy a day full of shopping, music, and delicious food while supporting Asian-owned businesses. There will be over 30+ vendors with everything from unique handmade items to Asian-inspired food.
Where: Stackt Market (28 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON M5V 0C6)
When: April 27th, 2025 (12 pm - 6 pm)
Price: Free entry
Category: Family-friendly
7. Cinema Soirée
Calling all movie lovers: join Chefs Hall for free movie screenings of all the cult classics every Saturday at 7 pm. Enjoy complimentary popcorn during the screening, $1/oz house wine and $5 off draught pitchers! Check out their Instagram page to see what film will be playing each week.
Where: CHEFS HALL (111 Richmond Street West, Toronto, ON M5H 2G4)
When: Every Saturday night
Price: Free
Category: Date/friends
8. Annual Khalsa Day Downtown Toronto Celebration
Vaisakhi also known as Khalsa Day celebrates the Sikh New Year and the establishment of the Sikh community in 1699. This annual parade is the third-largest parade in Canada and attracts thousands of participants and spectators each year. The OSGC encourages people from all backgrounds and religions to come out and celebrate this important day in the Sikh calendar.
Where: Starts at CNE grounds and travels east to Toronto City Hall
When: April 27th, 2025 (1 pm)
Price: Free
Category: Friends
9. Spring Marathon Run Activation
Lace up and kick off this special event with a 5K or 10K shakeout run alongside local run clubs. Experience the cutting-edge performance of the Adizero Adios 4 & EVO SL - designed for peak speed and endurance. With a live DJ, exclusive product insights, and a fitness gift-with-purchase, this is your chance to connect with Toronto’s running community and gear up for the race season. Don’t miss out!
Where: adidas Brand Centre Toronto Eaton Centre (220 Yonge St. Unit # A-015 Toronto, ON M5B 2H1)
When: April 5th, 2025 (9 am - 11 am)
Price: Free with RSVP
Category: Date/friends
10. Earth Month at Evergreen Brick Works
Join Evergreen Brick Works this month to celebrate a greener and more sustainable future. There will be Saturday Farmers Markets, film screenings, workshops, tours, and more! Check out their website to see the specific activities they have planned throughout the month.
Where: 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M4W 3X8
When: April
Price: Free and paid
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for the website.
11. Andy Warhol: Factory Made
Don’t miss this exhibition of artworks representing three decades of iconic pieces from America’s most bought and sold artist in history, Andy Warhol. You’ll get the opportunity to view and purchase some of his most legendary pieces.
Where: Taglialatella Galleries (99 Yorkville Avenue, Toronto, ON M5R 1C1)
When: April 10th to May 1st, 2025
Price: Free entry
Category: Date/friends
12. Spring OCAD Artist Alley
Check out OCAD Artist Alley this spring to support local student artists. This is the perfect place to find a unique piece of artwork or gift for a loved one.
Where: 100 McCaul St, Toronto, ON M5T 1G1
When: April 12th, 2025
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
Click here for more information.
13. Wonderverse
This immersive, audio-driven adventure transforms the Hangars at YZD into a dynamic playground of puzzles, storytelling, and unexpected twists. Tune in, team up and unlock a world of creativity. No screens. No limits. Just play.
Where: 10 Hanover Rd, North York, ON M3K 0E2
When: April 10th to 13th, 2025
Price: Free (limited availability)
Category: Friends
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