Happy weekend, Toronto!
Check out what you can do for fun in the city this weekend, including a Disney-themed trivia and dance night and a pillow fight at Nathan Phillips Square.
Friday, April 11
T.O. Food & Drink Fest
Ready for Canada’s biggest food and drink festival? Then head out to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre!
Featuring local chefs, top culinary products, and some quality beer and wine, this festival is perfect for the foodies in the city with different food and drink tastings and classes. Throughout three days, chefs and baristas will let you in on their best secrets with hands-on culinary and mixology classes at this event.
The festival will run from April 11 to April 13 at 255 Front St. W. You can find more information here.
A Starry Paint Night
If you are a Vincent van Gogh fan, you will love this workshop that will help you craft your own version of “Starry Night.”
Inspired by Gogh’s iconic piece, this workshop leads a step-by-step process with tricks and techniques to recreate the artwork, while adding your own personal touch. The event is open to all painters, from master artists to art rookies and is the perfect opportunity to relax and let your creativity flow.
The event goes from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at 1226 Kingston Rd., and tickets are available for $39.95, here.
Disney Trivia & Dance Party at the Rec Room
Enter the magical world of Disney at this Trivia & Dance Party at the Rec Room for a prize!
Bring your friends and team up for the Disney old and new animated music trivia led by Quizmaster Jess who will present $50 – $100 Rec Room gift cards for the top three winning teams. The event also features a dance party so you can dance to your favourite Disney hits, and dress up like your favourite characters for a best dressed prize.
This Disney-themed double feature will take place at 255 Bremner Blvd. and doors open at 6 p.m. For tickets and more information click here.
Saturday, April 12
Andy Warhol: Factory Made
Head out to Yorkville this weekend to check out a special exhibition featuring the artwork of the most sold visual artist in the world.
Factory Made is hosting a special exposition of Andy Warhol’s must-see pieces and personal items like silver wig, sunglasses, and other signature works. Guests will have the opportunity to browse and even purchase some of the most iconic pieces that transformed everyday objects in art.
This free exhibit is located at 99 Yorkville Ave. at the Taglialatella Galleries from April 10 to May 1. For more information click here.
Pillow Fight Toronto 2025
Join in on one of Toronto’s weirdest and funniest traditions at the city’s fourth annual pillow fight!
To celebrate the world’s international pillow fight day, head out to Nathan Phillips Square with your best featherless pillow and let out the warrior inside of you. This one-hour pillow battle is believed to be a hundred-year iconic tradition and starts at 1:30 p.m. at the square.
For more information, click here.
Toronto Animation Arts Festival International (TAAFI)
If you are an animation lover, this international festival is perfect for you!
The event reunites animation enthusiasts, students and professionals to celebrate the industry and inspire creativity in the city. For 12 years, this annual festival has featured inspiring talks, amazing cartoons and some festival vibes with all-things animation, focused on bringing connection into the community.
The festival is running from Wednesday to Sunday starting at 6 p.m. at 506 Bloor St. W., and tickets go from $12. For more information, visit this link.
Sunday, April 13
SMOKESHOW Drag Brunch w/ Devine Darlin and Destiny
Enjoy your Sunday brunch with this hot drag show at the Lula Lounge!
This weekend, Devine Darlin and Destiny will be joining Lula Lounge’s host Jayjay Kings for an amazing drag show over mimosas and a delicious brunch menu. Enjoy captivating performances and looks with DJ and MC profice’s beats with the chance of winning prizes.
For this event, check out Lula Lounge at 1585 Dundas St. W. Brunch will begin at 12 p.m. while the show runs from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets are available starting at $25 here.
Industry Night Comedy at Stackt Market
Relax and have a laugh at this comedy show at Stackt Market this Sunday.
Some of Canada’s best comedic talent will be at Toronto’s iconic Stackt Market for a hilarious stand up comedy show. This event is perfect for you to sit back and unwind in preparation for the week with some drinks and snacks while having a laugh.
Tickets for the show start at $17, and the event runs from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Check out this link for more information.
Easter Cookie Decorating Workshop
Get ready for Easter at this fun and interactive workshop where you can decorate your own themed cookies!
This family-friendly event offers a box of 10 to 12 cookies for you to personalize to your taste using colourful icing and sprinkles. The workshop lasts an hour and a half and is open to attendees of all ages in preparation for Easter.
The workshop starts at 10 a.m. at 95 Greenlaw Ave., and tickets go from $42. Click here for more.
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