There may be free things to do almost every day somewhere in Toronto, but the top free events this fall are the cream of the crop. Along with the citywide celebration that is Nuit Blanche, there are major film festivals, a weekend for witches, and the final street festival of the year.
Events you might want to check out:Fall Season Opening Party (September 28 @ The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery)
This is a party to celebrate the launch of the waterfront art gallery's new season of programming. Be the first to check out exhibitions by Sammy Baloji & Filip De Boeck, Amalia Pica and Michael Landy, then stay for the party.
Nuit Blanche Toronto (September 30 - October 1 @ Multiple Venues)
The 12th edition of Toronto's free, city-wide sunset-to-sunrise celebration of contemporary art returns with installations and works transforming spaces all around us for one night only.
World Press Photo Exhibition (October 3-24 @ Brookfield Place)
This global exhibition presents the best visual journalism of the past year. Check out the stunning, sometimes disturbing photos at Brookfield Place.
Witchfest North (October 5 @ Toronto, ON)
Celebrate Witches, women and the arts with multiple venues and events held throughout the city. This year's theme is Out of the Broom Closet!
Light Up Toronto (October 7 @ Yonge-Dundas Square)
Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, is celebrated with a full day of live performances, art installations the lighting of lanterns.
Swash & Serif 4 (October 19 @ Northern Contemporary)
This is an annual typography and lettering exhibition, showcasing work from Toronto and around the world. If you're a fan of fonts, prints, and the design and print world, this is worth checking out.
Canzine (October 21 @ AGO)
The festival of zines and independent arts returns inside the AGO and it's absolutely free. Check out hundreds and zine, book, and comic creators and well as talks and workshops.
Black & White Fright (October 26 @ Black Cat Artspace)
Here we have the opening night party for an exhibition of original art inspired by classic horror of the silver screen on display for one week only inside this adorable west side gallery.
Pedestrian Sunday (October 29 @ Kensington Market)
The final, car-free street party and gathering in Kensington Market happens today. Expect pop-up performances, vendors and a street party.
The Bunz Flea #5 (October 31 - November 1 @ Gladstone Hotel)
A very spooky edition of The Bunz Flea features artisans accepting trades for their artwork, goods, and services. There's also a giant open free trade area.
Toronto Indie Horror Fest (November 8-11 @ D-Beatstro)
The second annual Toronto Indie Horror Fest shows horror films from the U.S. and the U.K. The terrifying fun starts at 7 p.m. on each night of the fest.
European Union Film Festival (November 9-23 @ The Royal Cinema)
This is a unique film fest where award-winning films from countries who are part of the EU are screened for free. It's one of the largest free film festivals in the country.
Toronto Christmas Market (November 16 - December 23 @ Distillery District)
The Distillery District is transformed into a winter wonderland leading up to Christmas with carollers, elves, lights, and one of the city's largest Christmas trees. It's free every weekday until 5 p.m. on Fridays.
Illuminite (November 18 @ Yonge-Dundas Square)
The 10 year anniversary of the tree lighting ceremony at the heart of downtown usually features an impressive light show and over the top performances.
by Phil Villeneuve via blogTO
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