August 12, 2026 | 4 Free Events in Toronto Today
Solar Eclipse + Perseid Meteor Shower
Toronto | 12:55-2:23p + 12-4a
An 8% solar eclipse peaking at midday today in Toronto You won't be able to see it unless you have special glasses so if you have those, definitely look up. Otherwise don't...because its' the sun.
Eclipse begins at 12:55p | Peak Eclipse at 1:40p | Ends at 2:23p
Then, later tonight get somewhere as dark as possible, away from city lights and lie down looking up at the sky and catch the Perseids pass by. It's always worth it.
Outdoor Movie: Practical Magic (1998) POSTPONED
Kew Gardens | 8-10:30p
UPDATE: Cancelled tonight and moved 2 weeks later due to rain
The Beaches is a great place to watch an outdoor movie. The air feels different and it's just a nice relaxed vibe.
BONUS: Mahjong Adult Social | The Beaches Library | 1-3:30p
A beginner table is available for newcomers. Have an early dinner after and see the movie at Kew Gardens later for a full day if you don't have to work
Live Band Karaoke
Stealth Lounge, The Pilot | 8p
You get a full band backing you up while you sing your karaoke song. Always a lot of fun, except for that one person without self-awareness. Sign-up 30 minutes in advance.
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Live Music: Barbra Lica
North American Centre Courtyard | 5:30-7:30p
Barbra Lica brings Jazz to North York today.
Stitchers & Chatters
346 Dupont St | 6-8p
A dedicated group of crafters who are very welcoming. Bring your own project and meet a few new good people.
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Montgomery's Inn Farmers' Market
Montgomery's Inn, 4709 Dundas St W | 2-6p
A weekly market in the west end. The highlight at Montgomery's Inn besides the 19th century building is their fresh bread. You have to try it. The Inn, run by the city, also has a lot of great events every week.
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Summer Sounds
George Brown Polytechnic Waterfront Campus | 12-2p, 5-7p
Live local music on the waterfront with some alumni-owned businesses showing off their goods all day today and tomorrow.
https://www.georgebrown.ca/summer-sounds-at-george-brown
Maple Trees Walking Tour
75 Arcadian Circle | 11a
Another tree walk to learn about what's around us. These are awesome ways to learn a little more about nature.
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Live Show: Kiwi Jr
Sonic Boom | 6p
A Canadian indie rock band plays at a record store. Feels like the start of a movie.
Bryce Kushnier
Art Exhibits
Market Gallery, 10a-5p | GATHER
Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 10a-5p | As Artist Views
Loohoo, 1380 Queen St W, 12p-6p | Extravagant Eats
Live Music
Berczy, 11:30a-1:30p | Mighloe
777 Bay Plaza, 12p-1:30p | Siddharth Khanna
Lee Lifeson Art Park, 7p-9p | David Barrett
Farmers' MarketsRo
Robertson Parkette, 3:30p-7:30p | Courtyard Farmers' Market
Runnymede Presbyterian Church, 3p-7p | Annette Village Farmers' Market
Green P Lot 300 Borden St, 3p-7p | Bloor Borden Farmers' Market
Regent Park, 5p-8p | Taste of Regent Park Market
Fitness
Sankofa Square, 7:30-8:30p | Socasize
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