August 5, 2026 | 8 Free Events in Toronto Today

Some great events today, let us know if you go to any! Here are today's picks:

Question Everything Trivia
STACKT Market | 7-10p

The trivia quiz night that's more fun than you should be having answering questions. It's free tonight at Stackt. Go have fun, this is one you won't regret.

Question Everything Trivia @ STACKT Market | trivia outside, chaos inside

Pop culture, puzzles, and f*boy archery?! Join us for Toronto’s best trivia experience at STACKT Market!

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Moonrise Kingdom
College Park | 8:30-11:30p

A Wes Anderson film is always perfectly quirky. This is a fun movie and before it starts, there's live music from Kubla starts at 5 p, and a free bike clinic runs from 3 to 5 p if you want to make the most of it.

College Park: After Hours | Downtown Yonge BIA

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Book Talk: The Wild Beneath
Type Books, 2887 Dundas St W | 7p

Kelly Anderson celebrates the release of her debut novel at one of the city's better independent bookshops. Come early to see the bookstore, because you won't get a chance after.

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Shop online or visit one of three locations. Queen West: 883 Queen St W. The Junction: 2887 Dundas St W. & Forest Hill: 427 Spadina Rd.

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Life Size 3v3 Foosball
Eaton Centre, Level 2 | 12p-9p

Eaton Centre will feature Foosbelle, a free, larger-than-life foosball experience inspired by Ted Lasso. Visitors can step onto the pitch for 3 vs 3 gameplay, snap a photo and get in on the action,

First Wednesday Night Free at the AGO
Art Gallery Of Ontario | 6p-9p

3 hours isn't nearly enough time to see the AGO properly, but luckily a full membership is free if you're young and $40 (you get a discount if you have your Presto card) if you're not. You'll leave feeling calmer and inspired if you pick the right rooms. The line up starts outside, so dress accordingly and pack light.

First Wednesday Night Free | Art Gallery of Ontario

Admission to the AGO is free on the first Wednesday night of each month, between 6 and 9 pm. For July, First Wednesday Night Free will take place on July 8. The gallery will close at 4 pm on Canada Day, July 1.

Art Gallery of Ontario

Broken World 04: Poetry in the Park
Regent Park | 5-8p

A casual writing workshop and collaborative drop-in running alongside the Taste of Regent Park summer market. Bring something to write with.

Broken World 04: poetry in the park

Join us during the Taste of Regent Park summer market for a casual writing workshop and collaborative space.

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Mahjong Adult Social
The Beaches Library | 1p-3:30p

Weekly drop-in mahjong in the beaches. 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.

Mahjong Adult Social

Join us every Wednesday for an afternoon of Mahjong - a fun game of skill, strategy, and a little luck! All experience levels are welcome. A designated beginner table is available for those learning the game. Drop-in; space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Toronto Stitchers & Chatters
First & Last Coffee Shop, 346 Dupont St | 6-8p
A low-key crafting meetup. Bring whatever you're working on, find a seat, and talk to people who may have strong opinions about yarn.

Toronto Stitchers & Chatters

Come join us for a fun and cozy gathering of crafting and chatting with fellow enthusiasts! Bring your own project.

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Art Exhibits
U Of T Art Museum | 10a-5p | U of T Art Museum
Northern Contemporary Gallery | 11a-5p | Summer Game

Outdoor Movies
Kew Gardens | 8p-10:07p | Freaky Friday
David Pecaut Square | 9p-11:04p | The First Slam Dunk

Live Music|
Berczy Park | 11:30a-1:30p | Ale Nunez
Union | 12p-1p | Heather Russell
Union | 5:30p-7:30p | Lemon Bucket Orkestra
North American Centre Courtyard | 5:30p-7:30p | Heather Bambrick

Farmers' Markets
Montgomery's Inn | 2p-6p | Montgomery's Inn Farmers' Market
Robertson Parkette | 3:30p-7:30p | Courtyard Farmers' Market
Runnymede Presbyterian Church | 3p-7p | Annette Village Farmers' Market
The Big Park | 5p-8p | Taste of Regent Park Market