The weekend has finally arrived in Toronto!
Check out what you can do in the city in the upcoming days, from fireworks at Nathan Phillips Square to a $400-prize in a mini-golf tournament.
Friday, April 4
Canvas & Bear Paint Pouring Workshop
Ready to let go and express yourself in a fun and unpredictable way? Learn more about the acrylic paint pouring technique and create your own original artwork at this fun workshop.
Check out an amazing art exhibit while sipping on drinks before diving into a hands-on art class, focusing on different paint pouring techniques and the world of colour mixing. Ticket prices vary depending on which artwork you choose to create, including a simple canvas or a fluid bear mold.
The event runs from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Artbox Studio Gallery on 1226 Kingston Rd, and tickets start at $49.95. Click here for details.
Take it Offline: Pitch Your Single Friends to Other Singles
Are your single friends tired of dating apps? Take them to this unique matchmaking night!
In this innovative way to meet new people, you can sign up to pitch your besties on stage to other singles who are looking for love. There are many ways to mingle in this event, with opportunities to decorate your own soju bottle, enjoy handcrafted cocktails and pitch your single friends using a PowerPoint, dance performance, or dedicate a song to them.
Tickets are available for groups of one to three people, starting at $45, and include a free cocktail, snacks and a mingle session. The event starts at 7:30 at the Café Our Hours on 557 Church St., and attendees must be at least 21 years old. Click here for more information.
Release Party with The Commoners, Cold Weather Captains, and Delyn Grey
Enjoy some musical fun at Propter Hawk’s single release party at the Horse Shoe Tavern.
Be the first to listen to “sorry,” the newest launch by Toronto-based band Propter Hawk and celebrate the city’s music scene with bands like The Commoners and Cold Weather Captains, and musician Delyn Grey.
The party begins at 8 p.m. at 370 Queen St. W. and tickets are $16. For more details, click here.
Saturday, April 5
Celebrate Toronto – City’s 191st Anniversary Festival
Celebrate 191 years of the city at Toronto’s Anniversary Festival with fireworks and a diverse local vendor market!
Head out to Toronto’s Nathan Phillips Square for an incredible birthday celebration with nearly 150 local vendors, a variety of different local foods, and Lost Craft Brewery’s bar area. The celebration will end with an amazing fireworks display!
The event starts at 3 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m. For more information, check out this link.
Toronto Vintage Show
If you’re into fashion, you can’t miss out on the Toronto Vintage Show, Canada’s biggest vintage clothes sale.
Check out this 50,000-sqft. running show with a selection of vintage clothes and accessories from the 1950s to the 2000s by over 130 local vendors. You can explore new styles, build your wardrobe with lived-in pieces, or look for home décor gems.
Head out to Queen Elizabeth Building at Exhibition Place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday and check it out. Find more information here.
Mini Masters Tournament
Have fun practicing your golfing skills and enter the competition for a $400 prize at the Mini Masters Tournament!
Whether you are a pro or beginner, show off your golf skills at this party and mini-golf tournament this weekend. You can dance to tunes by DJs DE ROSE and GASPY, eat some tasty pizza and snacks and enjoy a complimentary Ciroc Lemonata shot. The 19+ event will also feature riffle prizes, and an additional prize for the team with the best attire and team name.
The tournament starts at 7 p.m. at Par-Tee Putt Toronto, located at 26 Duncan St., and participants are encouraged to arrive on time. For tickets and more information, click here.
Sunday, April 6
Pilipino Brunch by the Lake
Embrace patio season with this Pilipino brunch by the lake at Boxcar Social.
Chef Rocheller Batuigas and Fat Rice staff will prepare delicious pinoy pork bangers and sammies accompanied by bottomless mimosas and hi-coffee, at this one-day-only event. The brunch will be complemented with beats provided by MYTHIΛ and DJ Sam I Am.
Brunch goes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 235 Queens Quay W. and admission is free but reservations are recommended. For more information on how to book, check out their Instagram page or email reservations@boxcarsocial.ca.
Spring Concert – Mass in Blue: A Choral Jazz Program
Enjoy a harmonic jazz concert at the Mass in Blue Spring Concert with a blend of traditional and jazz harmonies, inspired by Shakespeare and George Shearing.
Hosted at the Runnymede United Church, the Etobicoke Centennial Choir will sing to Duke Ellington’s amazing compositions while accompanied by a piano, drums, bass and saxophone. For those who can arrive a bit early, music director Henry Renglich will also be offering a harmonious pre-concert.
Head out to 432 Runnymede Rd. at 7:30 p.m. for the show. Tickets to the concert are $35, and kids 12 and under don’t have to pay. More details are available here.
10PM Industry Nights @ Hilarious comedy show for Industry Folk in Toronto
If you are looking to unwind and have a laugh in preparation for the upcoming week, check out this Industry Folk comedy show.
Every Sunday at 10 p.m., Backroom Comedy Club hosts some hilarious stand-up comedy shows. This week features George Rivard and Brandon Sobel for some sharp and funny jokes and industry insights.
To check out the event and have a night of laughter, head to 814 Bloor St. W. at 10 p.m., and see more information here.
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