Free events in Toronto this week include lots of outdoor movie screenings. There are also concerts and a giant street party and bike race on Ossington Avenue.
Events you might want to check out:Fireside Tales Outdoor Storytelling Show (July 18 @ Dufferin Grove Park (South Firepit))
The coziest outdoor storytelling show returns this month with hosts Rhiannon Archer and Helder Brum. Just bring a blanket and snacks.
Porch View Dances (July 19-23 @ Seaton Village)
Toronto dance lovers flock to Seaton Village for this special dance festival that takes over porches, front yards and backyards.
Meatballs (July 19 @ Harbourfront Centre Concert Stage)
Are you ready for Bill Murray and Ivan Reitman’s first collab, shot at a summer camp in Haliburton, Ontario? Sit next to the lake and watch the film for free along with hundreds of others.
Moana (July 19 @ Regent Park)
Pre-show activities and snacks start at 7 p.m. before this free outdoor screning of the new animated favourite, Moana.
National Hot Dog Day: Free Dogs (July 19 @ Fancy Franks)
Visit Fancy Franks on College Street anytime between noon. and 5 p.m. to get a free hot dog.
The Goonies (July 19 @ Riverdale Park West (by Riverdale Farm))
Starting at 6:30 p.m., a live band fill the air with music in anticipation of this free outdoor screening of The Goonies.
Best of Experimental Short Film Festival (July 20 @ Carlton Cinemas)
Catch award winning short films from Brazil, France, Iceland, Italy, Norway, Spain, the UK, and the United States.
Invictus (July 20 @ Corktown Common)
The Movies on the Common series concludes with Clint Eastwood's Invictus, based on the true story of Nelson Mandela's involvement in the South African national rugby team's world championship win.
Indie Fridays (July 21 @ Yonge-Dundas Square)
The Pack A.D. and co-headliners Ginger Ale & The Monowhales will fill the square with their boundless energy and indie pop/rock tunes.
Northern Passages (July 21-23 @ Harbourfront Centre)
Join this Arctic-bound adventure to hear the sounds of throat singers, folk musicians and storytellers, and see films from across Canada's vast regions of the north.
Beauty and the Beast (July 21 @ Liberty Village Park)
Beauty and the Beast (the new one!) will screen for free in Liberty Village along with giveaways and neighbourhood fun.
Free Dessert Day (July 22 @ Isabella's)
Ice melon pan is an ice cream sandwich popular in Japan. This Queen East restaurant will give them away for free for one day only.
BIG on Bloor (July 22 @ Bloor Street West)
This festival is celebrating 10 years of street partying with murals, interactive art, performances, a market place, awards show and over 200 participating local businesses.
OssFest (July 22 @ The Ossington Avenue Strip, Between Queen Street West and Dundas Street West.)
Head to Ossington, between Queen and Dundas, to see the crit race at 1 p.m. Music shows, basketball games, and all types of local vendors spill onto the street afterwards.
Best in Show (July 23 @ Christie Pits Park)
Arrive early to nab a good spot on the hill to watch two opening short films and then Best In Show. It'll be a night of free laughs under the stars.
by Phil Villeneuve via blogTO
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