August 25, 2026 | 7 Free Events in Toronto Today

Wear something warmer at night, it's the time of year where 21 feels cool. Newsletter drops tomorrow so get on the list today! Here are today's picks:

Cinema Ras Short Programme
Shoot For Peace | 6:30p-10p

Six short films with two screenings every hour from 7-9p. A free zine, live screen printing, and free refreshements

Silent Book Club #85
The Deck At Clarence Square | 6p

A book club where there's everyone gets to bring whatever book you want. This time at Clarence Square. Should be a perfect day for it.

Outdoor Movie: Eat, Pray, Love
Trinity Bellwoods Park | 8p-11p

The last movie in Bellwoods this year and it's the audience choice. Enjoy the movie that got everyone to go to Bali and ruin it.

Live Music: Sydney Mae
St Lawrence Market | 5p-7p

Sydney Mae, whose song was featured on Love Is Blind has a set on Market St right next to St Lawrence Market tonight. And if you're around at lunch (11:30a-130p), Samantha Mora plays her blend of jazz, folk, & R&B with a Mexican twist.

Outdoor Movie: Beach Blanket Bingo (1965)
Harbourfront Centre Theatre | 8:30p-11:30p

Teen beach adventures filled with music and comedy. Bring a blanket, grab some popcorn and settle in by the water for a memorable movie night.

Live Music: The Westend Riverboat Band
Granby Parkette | 5p-6:30p

The last one at Granby, catch live music on your way home.

Yoga In The Park
St. James Park | 6p-7p

Free outdoor yoga on the grassy area behind the stage. It's good for all levels.

Art Exhibits
Market Gallery, 10a-5p | GATHER
Museum Of Toronto, 11a-5p | The T.O. You Don't Know
Twist Gallery, 11a-5p | THROUGH
Harbour Square Basin | Global Convenience
Toronto Sculpture Garden, 11a-5p | Waiting Rooms
Budapest Park, 11a-5p | SHADE
Onsite Gallery, 12p-5p | April Hickox

Farmers' Markets
555 University Ave, 10a-2p | The Market
Riverdale Park West, 3p-7p | Cabbagetown Farmers' Market
Trinity Bellwoods Park, 3p-7p | Trinity Bellwoods Farmers' Market
Cynthia Lai Park, 3:30p-7:30p | Scarborough Farmers' Market

Fitness
Withrow Park, 7p-8p | Soma Yoga