August 23, 2026 | 7 Free Events in Toronto Today

Outdoor Screening Finale
Christie Pits Park | 8p-11p

It's Little Miss Sunshine tonight and it's the last chance to see a TOPS film this summer. Last night was rained out and if you're not familiar. food and treats from 6p, showtime around 8:30p at sundown. Bring a waterproof blanket and get there early to get a good spot.

Audience Choice 2026 — Toronto Outdoor Picture Show

Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) is dedicated to sharing high quality, diverse, and engaging outdoor cinema to communities across the city. Its signature project is Christie Pits Film Festival (CPFF), a cornerstone of west Toronto’s summer calendar since 2011, taking place in the natural amphitheatre of Christie Pits Park.

Toronto Outdoor Picture Show

Move for Colombia
Coronation Park | 10a-12:30p

Fundraiser for communities hit by the August 10 earthquake in Colombia. The morning runs through yoga, HIIT, a 4km run, and zumba. Every dollar raised goes directly to relief and recovery. Get out here if you can.

DESPARCHADOS on Instagram: "For those who have family back home. For those who have friends who were affected. For those who, being far away, have felt that helplessness of wanting to help and not knowing how. 🇨🇴❤️ This time, we’re coming together to raise funds and support our people back home in C

557 likes, 25 comments - desparchados.to on August 16, 2026: "For those who have family back home. For those who have friends who were affected. For those who, being far away, have felt that helplessness of wanting to help and not knowing how. 🇨🇴❤️ This time, we’re coming together to raise funds and support our people back home in Colombia. Join us, bring your people, and let’s turn our community into real support. 🫶🏼 Tickets in bio. 🇨🇴".

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Photo Walk
Harbourfront Centre | 5p-7p

Golden hour walk led by photographer and journalist Mandy Sham. The route moves from Harbourfront through HTO Beach, Toronto Music Garden, and Ireland Park before finishing at Little Norway Park. All skill levels welcome

VSCO Photo Walk — Toronto, Canada

See Toronto differently on this golden hour photo walk with photographers near you.

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Urban Farming Summer Meet-Up
Christie Pits Park (south East Corner Near Subway) | 4p-6p

If you work, have worked, or are thinking about working the land in the GTA, this one's for you. The meet-up centres on wellness and weather safety, with snacks included. Rain moves it indoors.

Toronto Urban Land Workers’ Summer Meet-Up

If you are currently, have been, or are looking to be an urban land worker/farmer in the GTA, come join us for our second meet-up!

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Afro-Carib Fest
Thomson Memorial Park | 12p-9p

Last day to get out and celebrate Afro-Caribbean culture in the park. Lots of music and workshops and of course food in Scarborough.

Afro-Carib Fest 2026

Experience the Ultimate Celebration of African & Caribbean Culture! Join us for the 14th annual Afro-Carib Fest, an award-winning, FREE weekend festival …

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The Stretch Club
Christie Pits Park | 1p-2p

A drop-in stretching session using rollers, yoga blocks, and bolsters, with hands-on stretch therapy assistance. All ages and experience levels are good here.

The Stretch Club

Join The Stretch Club at Christie Pits Park this summer to loosen up, boost flexibility, and chill out with fun moves!

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Fire with Maneesa Veeravel
Clark Centre For The Arts | 1:30p-4p

A 2.5-hour poetry gathering using fire as a lens for transformation, destruction, and renewal. It's a poetry, art event and you can bring your own objects, photos, writing connected to fire if you want to participate.

Fire with Maneesa Veeravel

Join us for Tender Possibilities: Poetry as Gathering in the KGO!

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Art Exhibits
Todmorden Mills, 11a-5p | North is Freedom
Stephen Bulger Gallery, 11a-6p | The Great Lakes
Harbour Square Basin | Global Convenience
Northern District Library, 10a-5p | Cityscape
Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 10a-5p | Art Meets Word
Bata Shoe Museum, 12p-5p | Bata Museum
Budapest Park, 11a-5p | SHADE

Live Music
Music Garden, 4p-5p | Al Qahwa

Farmers' Markets
Fairbank Lrt Station, 11a-4p | Afro Caribbean Farmers' Market
125 Burnaby Blvd Green P Lot, 8a-1p | Eglinton Way Farmers' Market
Greenwood Park, 9a-2p | Leslieville Farmers' Market
Downsview Park, 10a-5p | Downsview Park Merchants' Market

Fitness
Beavertails, 4:20p-5:20p | Ravers Run Club