The top 8 free events in Toronto this week

Free events in Toronto this week include a science fiction film fest, complimentary poke bowls at a new restaurant, and the arrival of gorgeous ice sculptures by way of Bloor-Yorkville Icefest.

Events you might want to check out:

Ossington Comedy & Pizza Party (February 19 @ The Ossington)
Not only can you catch a free set of over 10 stand-up comedians doing what they do best, this week the venue is also providing free pizza. Who doesn't like pizza and laughter? Monsters, that's who.
Free Poke Bowls (February 22 @ H2 Kitchen)
H2 Kitchen's grand opening celebrations includes a free bowl of poke to anyone who visits the new location on February 22 between 12 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Best of Sci-Fi & Fantasy Short Film Fest (February 22 @ Carlton Cinemas)
Seven of the best science fiction short films from around the globe, including ones from Japan, South Africa, and the UK, hit Carlton Cinemas for an entirely free mini film fest.
Martin Amis (February 22 @ Bram & Bluma Appel Salon)
A huge name in the world of literature, Martin Amis has written for more than thirty years on topics including politics, sports, celebrity, and America. Hear him discuss his storied career at no cost.
Curling in Nathan Phillips Square (February 23-25 @ Nathan Phillips Square)
Toronto celebrates Canada's inevitable dominance of the winter Olympics with a curling weekend at Nathan Phillips Square. Throw a few rocks and have fun on Canada's most iconic rink.
Beats and Bents (February 23 @ The Bentway)
The second-to-last skate party under the Gardiner promises a night of throwback jams from the 90s and early 2000s. It'll be cold this month, so no need to worry about the Bentway melting again!
Hip Hop History with GeneONE (February 24 @ Fairview Branch Toronto Public Library)
Local Toronto professional hip hop and graffiti artist GeneONE will discuss the history of hip hop and its influence, as well as teaching some basics in production and rhyming.
Bloor-Yorkville Icefest (February 24-25 @ Village of Yorkville Park)
Stunning ice sculptures take over Yorkville Village for a weekend full of photo ops, maple syrup taffy, and even live ice carving demonstrations.

by Corey Van Den Hoogenband via blogTO