Halloween is just a few weeks away and there are a lot of fun activities happening this year that are completely free to enjoy to get into the spooky spirit. Here are some of the best free Halloween events taking place this year. 

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1. Toronto Halloween on Church

The biggest Halloween block party is back and it’s free! The Village will be transformed into the city’s most wicked street party on Halloween night. 

Where: Church Street (Wood Street to Gloucester Street)

When: October 31st, 2024 (Starts at 6:30 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Date/Friends

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2. Haunted Halloween Trail 

Experience the Newmarket's Haunted Halloween Trail, where a portion of the Dave Kerwin Trail (approximately 1km) will be transformed with scary decorations, lighting, sound effects and actors in costume! You’re in for a spooky treat. 

Where: Dave Kerwin Trail (Entrance at the Environmental Park, 325 Woodspring Avenue)

When: October 24th-26th, 2024 (7 pm - 10 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Date/Friends

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3. Pumpkin Parade at Sorauren Park

The famous Pumpkin Parade will be taking place at Sorauren Park on November 1st. Enjoy and check out the various lighted pumpkins, from witches and cats to world events and more. 

Where: Sorauren Park (289 Sorauren Ave, Toronto, ON M6R 2G4)

When: November 1st, 2024 (Starts at 6 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

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4. Black Lagoon Pop-Up

The Black Lagoon Pop-Up is an immersive Halloween experience that is filled with creepy-themed cocktails, spooky decor, and more. Admission to the pop-up is free!

Where: Bar Mordecai (1272 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1X7)

When: October 16th-31st, 2024

Price: Free admission

Category: Date/Friends

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5. Howl’oween 2024

Howl'oween at The Bentway is back in October! Bring your pups and participate in the cutest costume parade. There will be warm drinks, vendors, and some awesome prizes for the best-dressed canines. 

Where: The Bentway (250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9)

When: October 26th, 2024 (12 pm - 4 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

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6. Zoo Boo

Join for a fun Halloween-themed afternoon. Come dressed in your costumes and enjoy games, mask-making, a bouncy castle and the llama pen will be open as well! 

Where: High Park Zoo (1873 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6R 2Z3)

When: October 20th, 2024 (12 pm - 3 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

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7. Free Horror Movies at the Distillery District 

Soulpepper Theatre at the Distillery District will be having free horror movie screenings every Friday night. Make sure to register for tickets. 

Where: Soulpepper Theatre (50 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4)

When: October 11th, 18th, 25th, 2024 (Doors open at 6:30 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Date/Friends

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8. Toronto Dark Arts Market - Hallowmas Market

This is an artisan market that is dedicated to all things weird and wonderful. There will be over 35 vendors to shop from. 

Where: Ground Control (1279 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1L6)

When: October 12th, 2024 (11 am - 5 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Date/Friends

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9. Riverside Halloween Fest

This annual Halloween festival is back! Only here for 1 day, enjoy a free pumpkin patch, face painting, a dog costume party, and more.

Where: Riverside Common Park (657 Queen Street East Toronto, ON M4M 1G4)

When: October 27th, 2024 (10 am - 3 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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10. Howl-O-Ween Unleashed

Head over to Downsview Park for a day of spooktacular fun! Dress up your furry friend in costume, take photos, and check out the vendor market. There will be dog treats too!

Where: Downsview Park (70 Canuck Ave, North York, ON M3K 2C5)

When: October 27th, 2024 (1 pm - 5 pm)

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

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