10 free things to do in Toronto this spring

Free events in Toronto for spring 2019 emcompass the sights and sounds of the new season with street festivals popping up all over you can enjoy for free. Elsewhere, CONTACT brings forth a world of imagery and Open Doors airs out spots all over the city.

Events you might want to check out:

GradEx (May 1-5 @ OCAD University)
The young artists of tomorrow are ready to show their stuff at this huge exhibition showcased across all galleries inside the university.
Contact Photography Festival (May 1-31 @ Multiple Venues)
Taking place inside galleries around the city, CONTACT returns with works by local and international photographers in over 200 exhibits.
Jane's Walk (May 3-5 @ Multiple Venues)
Jane Jacobs' legacy for sustainable urbanism lives on as volunteers lead groups through the history of different communities around the city.
Spring into Parkdale (May 11 @ Multiple Venues)
Parkdale is ready to kick off the spring festivities with a day of free fun including activities, a huge kids zone, and entertainment for everyone.
Comic Arts Festival (May 11-12 @ Toronto Reference Library)
All things comics are on at this huge, two-day festival that includes readings, interviews, panels, workshops, exhibitions, installations, and more.
Doors Open (May 25-26 @ Multiple Venues)
Historical buildings are getting an airing out as Doors Open returns to see some of the city's most fascinating buildings welcome the public.
Pedestrian Sundays (May 26 @ Kensington Market)
Music, food, art, shopping, activities and more are all part of this annual street festival that sees Kensington go car-free for the day.
Dundas West Fest (June 7-9 @ Dundas Street West)
This huge celebration of music and art is back for a weekend of fun spread along Dundas West with music, food, shopping, activities and more.
Luminato (June 7-23 @ Multiple Venues)
A giant mirror maze, a room full of teeth and lots of puppets are just some of the interesting works coming to places all over the city.
Nuit Rose (June 15 @ Multiple Venues)
It's a full day of queer art and magic as Nuit Rose showcases artists from all over with performances, music, poetry, theatre and dance.

by Lisa Power via blogTO