The top 8 free events in Toronto this week

Free things to do in Toronto this week include some major, early-fall outdoor activities like a massive art crawl, the city's biggest book fair, and this month's Pedestrian Sunday. 

Events you might want to check out:

Free animated short film fest (September 18 @ Carlton Cinemas)
At 7 p.m. check out some of the best animated short films from around the world. There'll be 10 films from six countries, all animated and geared towards the whole fam.
Fireside Tales (September 19 @ Dufferin Grove Park)
This is an outdoor storytelling show at the Dufferin Grove fire pit. Hosts Rhiannon Archer and Helder Brum gather folks around the fire and bring together some of the best storytellers in the city. Bring your own blanket and snacks.
Buddies Season Launch Party (September 21 @ Buddies In Bad Times Theatre)
Any Buddies party is a good excuse to head to this theatre space, but the season opening bash is the best. Expect performances, DJs, and drag queens.
Simmer (September 21 @ 165 Geary Ave)
Check out this end of season group art show with a long list of lost artists in different disciplines. It's also a good excuse to head to Geary Ave. if you haven't been yet.
Queen West Art Crawl (September 23-24 @ Trinity Bellwoods Park)
This is a two-day art crawl in Bellwoods fills the lawn with booths showing off their finest works. There'll be 200 artists, a beer garden, interactive art, food trucks, and performances.
The Women Who Built Canada (September 23-24 @ Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Toronto)
Take a tour of this beautiful cemetery and visit the grave stones of the women who spent their lives fighting for equality in Canada. The tour starts at 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Word on the Street Festival (September 24 @ Harbourfront Centre)
Take in hundreds of author readings, discussions, and activities, then browse a marketplace that boasts the best selection of Canadian books and magazines you’ll find anywhere. 
Pedestrian Sunday (September 24 @ Kensington Market)
It's a full day of car-free fun, music, food vendors, performances, shopping and all kinds of street-side surprises. Take the afternoon and check out a dance party, a band, a food stand, and more. 

by Phil Villeneuve via blogTO