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Toronto International Storytelling Festival

Toronto Public Library - Palmerston Branch 560 Palmerston Ave, Toronto, ON M6G 2P7, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Storytelling Toronto presents the 2026 Toronto International Storytelling Festival! Our 48th annual celebration of the oral tradition of storytelling from whispered folktales to spoken word,...

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‘Photo Diary’ Exhibition – Karolina Kuras & Ted Belton

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Album Studios: Geary 92 Geary Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 2B6, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

On May 2026, Album Studios (@album.studios ) and CONTACT Photography Festival (@contactphoto) unveil the works of internationally renowned ballet and fashion photographers, Karolina Kuras (@karolinakuras)...

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Question Everything Trivia @ The Castle on Queen

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The Castle On Queen 884 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1J3, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Every other Thursday, check out The Castle on Queen for a posh and proper Trivia Night! WHAT TO EXPECT Your hostQE owner, and comedian Ari...

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WERTHER

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Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts 145 Queen St. W, Toronto

The Canadian Opera Company’s 2025/2026 season closes with Massenet’s Werther, the company’s first staging of the opera in an all-new co-production with Opéra de Montréal...

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Baby Loves Music

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George Weston Recital Hall, Meridian Arts Centre 5040 Yonge Street, Toronto

Baby Loves Music 👏 For ages 0-12 months An intimate and eclectic musical journey with a distinctly Irish feel created especially for infants. 🎼 An...

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…And the Ideas Soar

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Meridian Arts Centre 5040 Yonge St, North York, Toronto

…And the Ideas Soar 🎭 Presented by Animal Religion & WeeFestival 2026 For ages 2 years + 🎪 This contemporary circus show from the acclaimed...

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Adventure Alley – Children’s Mental Health Week: Talk & Play

Adventure Alley Toronto 140 Galleria Rd Unit #2, Toronto, ON M6H 2A4, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

In honour of Children's Mental Health Week and in collaboration with our current Play with Purpose partner, George Hull Centre, we will be hosting our...

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Campari Simply Complex: The Bitter Journey

Charlemagne Cocktail Bar 100 Portland St, Toronto, ON M5V 2N2, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

This immersive guided tasting experience explores the iconic Negroni and its bold, bittersweet profile. Each ticket includes a Classic Negroni, three Negroni Family Tree variations,...

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AGO Friday Nights: PANTHEON Collective DJ Series

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Art Gallery of Ontario 317 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 1G4, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Beginning Friday, May 8, and continuing June 26, and July 17, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., DJ Collective PANTHEON(Marnigurl, Lichen, Lake FX, Myles) takes...

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Lowest of the Low

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The Danforth Music Hall 147 Danforth Ave, Toronto

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Snow White On Ice

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Meridian Hall 1 Front St East, Old Toronto, Toronto

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Snow White On Ice

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Meridian Hall 1 Front St East, Old Toronto, Toronto

Snow White on Ice combines breathtaking skating, aerial acts, and striking visuals with powerful storytelling. Starring Olympic champion Eric Radford, this thrilling live spectacle is...

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Armonia

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Meridian Arts Centre: Lyric Theatre Meridian Arts Centre: Lyric Theatre, 5040 Yonge Street, M2N 6R8 Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Toronto

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Armonía: Harmony in Motion, Excellence in Flamenco

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Meridian Arts Centre 5040 Yonge St, North York, Toronto

The Esmeralda Enrique Spanish Dance Company returns with Armonía: Harmony in Motion, Excellence in Flamenco, taking place May 8–10, 2026, at the Lyric Theatre in...

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Global Late Night with Lexxicon and DJ Uncle Debo

Lula Lounge 1585 Dundas St W, Toronto

Join us for a late-night dance party following the earlier salsa set. Light menu available until midnight. Toronto's Weekly Global Afterparty! Every Friday night at...

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Meagan’s Hug and Walk

131 Farnham Avenue 131 Farnham Ave, Toronto, ON M4V 1H7, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

For 25 years, Meagan Bebenek Foundation has been a beacon of hope for families facing the unimaginable: a childhood brain tumour diagnosis. And for 25...

Group of diverse creators at the Soundwave Summit 2026 in Toronto, engaging in podcasting activities, showcasing collaboration and innovation in media production.

The Soundwave Summit 2026

Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay W, Toronto

The Soundwave Summit 2026 is a one-day conference for independent podcasters, digital creators, producers, and audio storytellers ready to grow their craft, brand, and business....

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Drawn In: Perfect Blue

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2236 Queen Street East 2236 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4E 1G2, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Rising pop star Mima has quit singing to pursue a career as an actress and model, but her fans aren’t ready to see her go…...

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May Birding Walk in Toronto’s High Park: World Migratory Bird Day

High Park Forest School 375 Colborne Lodge Dr, Toronto, ON M6P 3K7, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Get outside with the High Park Nature Centre on World Migratory Bird Day for the May Birding Walk. On this casual, beginner-friendly birding walk, we’ll...

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Mother’s Day Little Me Experience

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Little Canada 10 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5B 2G9, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Share an unforgettable journey through Canada in miniature with mom, or that special someone who's just like a mom to you. Explore beautifully crafted scenes that...

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The Great GreekTown Scavenger Hunt

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Alexander the Great Parkette Alexander the Great Parkette, Logan Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1P6, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Your Mother’s Day weekend plans are sorted! GreekTown on the Danforth BIA and Urban Capers Scavenger Hunts are back at it with The Great GreekTown...

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Culinary Workshop: Bread & Butter

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The Village at Black Creek 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, North York, Toronto

Discover the delicious simplicity of bread in this hands-on 19th century workshop. Use an authentic 19th century recipe (the same one used here at The...

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Lupinder’s Tent

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Meridian Arts Centre 5040 Yonge St, North York, Toronto

Lupinder’s Tent For ages 4 years + ⛺️ Step inside Lupinder’s Tent, an interactive performance where lost things have stories, but these stories are never...

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BYOD Yoga – Dog Mom Day Edition

Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel 123 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2M9, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Move, unwind, and connect this Dog Mom Day with a dog-friendly yoga class in a serene downtown garden inside of the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel....

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Mother’s Day Pick Your Own Tulips Event

Sankofa Square 1 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with spring’s brightest blooms! Step into a vibrant tulip field in the heart of Downtown Yonge and select your own flowers!...

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Mother’s Day Food Tour 2026

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Kensington Market Kensington Market, Toronto, ON M5T, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Moms have cooked countless delicious meals for us over the years—now it’s time to treat her to a mix of lunch and adventure on our...

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Mother’s Day Brunch at Living Room at W Toronto

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W Toronto 90 Bloor St E, Toronto, ON M4W 1A7, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

At Living Room at W Toronto, celebrate the women who mean the most to you. From a welcome Mimosa Cart to chef‑driven bites, crave‑worthy mains,...

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Mother’s Day Special: Paul McCartney Afternoon Tea

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Art Gallery of Ontario 317 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 1G4, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

This Mother's Day, give them what their heart needs—time well spent. The AGO's Afternoon Tea is an effortless gift with a big impact. This afternoon...

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Spring Hurlbut | Dyadic Circles

Stephen Bulger Gallery 1356 Dundas St W, Old Toronto, Toronto

Stephen Bulger Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of work by Spring Hurlbut (b. April 11, 1952, Toronto). Hurlbut studied at the Ontario College...

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Arnaud Maggs | Selections from the Archive

Stephen Bulger Gallery 1356 Dundas St W, Old Toronto, Toronto

After training and working as a graphic designer, Arnaud Maggs (b. May 5, 1926, Montréal; d. November 17, 2012, Toronto) turned to commercial photography. From...

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Discovering Romanian Cuisine by Maria Colonescu

Centre for Social Innovation - Spadina 192 Spadina Ave, Toronto

Romanian cuisine is rarely seen in Toronto's food scene, but well-loved by those who come to know it. A mix of Eastern European, Balkan, Roma...

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THROWBACK RAVE: 17-Hour Marathon

Geary Avenue Warehouse 209 Geary Ave, Toronto, ON M6H 2C1, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Get ready for an unprecedented 17-hour marathon at the Geary Avenue Warehouse!Whether you are a seasoned raver, a casual partygoer, or someone who just wants...

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Asian Heritage Celebration at Mel Lastman Square (May 9–10)

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Mel Lastman Square 5100 Yonge St, North York, Toronto

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month at Mel Lastman Square with The Welcome Market’s two-day festival featuring 95+ Asian-owned vendors, live performances, food experiences, and interactive activations....

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Curious George and the Golden Meatball

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Wychwood Theatre 76 Wychwood Ave, Toronto

LIVE! at the WYCHWOOD THEATRE: Curious George and the Golden Meatball 76 Wychwood Ave. Studio 176 Toronto, ON M6G 4C7 Join Curious George, the inquisitive,...

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Sketching Spring Ephemerals with Alan Li in Toronto’s High Park

High Park Forest School 375 Colborne Lodge Dr, Toronto, ON M6P 3K7, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

While spring ephemerals are fleeting, capture their beautiful blossoms through sketching! In this outdoor workshop, our instructor will demonstrate a variety of artist techniques for...

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Needle Felt a Miniature World in a Teacup Workshop

The Village at Black Creek 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, North York, Toronto

Join us for a magical afternoon of miniature-making as we transform vintage teacups into tiny, needle felted realms. Fibre artist Cathy Disbrow will teach you...

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Beading Workshop with Coralia Canada

Campbell House Museum 160 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 3H3, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Create beautiful and unique beaded earrings that can be the perfect gift, or a little something to keep for yourself! In this 3-hour workshop, you...

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Goodbye To The People I Used To Be

83 Walnut Ave 83 Walnut Ave, Toronto, ON M5V 2S1, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

​Goodbye To The People I Used To Be An immersive self-portrait experience — guided by Rage Flowers Presented by Re-Work ​About This Experience ​Goodbye To...

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Little Pea

Spadina Theatre 24 Spadina Rd, Toronto, ON M5R 2S7, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Little Pea (in English) For ages: 4-7 years This poetic, tragicomic, and delightfully absurd tale blends object theatre with clowning and visual arts. 🎭 In...

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A Cabinet of Curiosities 3: Classical Music Variety Show

Arraymusic 155 Walnut Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 3W3, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

A Cabinet of Curiosities 3: Classical Music Variety Show Saturday, 2:30pm @ Array Music | Tickets: $30/$20 Toronto's oddest fully-randomized Classical Music Cabaret Variety Show!...

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GLOWMODE x Solis Movement: Celebrate Mother’s Day with “Mom & Me”

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Solis Movement Hot Yoga 548 King St W Third Floor, Toronto, ON M5V 1M3, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

This Mother's Day Weekend, global fashion retailer SHEIN and beloved Pilates studio Solis Movement are collaborating on a weekend of curated “Mom & Me” movement and mindfulness...

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Mother’s Day Chocolate Express 2026

255 Bremner Boulevard 255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3M9, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Make this Mother’s Day extra special by boarding our Mother’s Day Chocolate Express, a one-of-a-kind tasting experience in a charming vintage train car. Let the...

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Je suis William

Canadian Stage (Berkeley Street Theatre) 26 Berkeley St, Toronto, ON M5A 2W3, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

When Margaret Shakespeare, William’s sister, writes at night, she mends the injustices she sees. At just thirteen, she draws from human contradictions to craft stories...

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Stories Don’t Die: The Artists of Indians on Vacation

Terminal Theatre Queens Quay Terminal, 207 Queens Quay W Third Floor, Toronto, ON M5J 1A7, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

An intimate encounter with an opera at the crossroads: join us for an afternoon of music and spoken word conceived and led by the artists...

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Mother’s Day Chocolate Express by Tasty Tours Toronto

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255 Bremner Boulevard 255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3M9, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Make Mother’s Day extra special with this one-of-a-kind tasting experience that takes place in a charming vintage train car. The Toronto Railway Museum’s historic ambiance...

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Nash the Slash Rises Again!

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema 506 Bloor Street West, Toronto

Hot Docs Cinema presents Nash the Slash Rises Again!, which uncovers the origin story of the sinister, masked Canadian electronic music innovator who took his...

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Play Mas: A Portrait of Carnival

225 Sterling Rd unit 20 225 Sterling Rd unit 20, Toronto, ON M6R, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

For the 2026 Contact Photography Festival, Gallery 1888 is proud to present the work of local photographer Wayne Salmon. For over twenty-five years, Wayne Salmon...

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Canvas for a cause: A Mother’s Day Paint and Sip

Ralph Thornton Community Centre 765 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1H3, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Unwind with a fun paint and sip session that’s all about celebrating moms and supporting the Heart and Stroke. Join us at the beautiful Ralph...

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Mixology: Mother’s Day Cocktail Class

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12 Sousa Mendes Street 12 Sousa Mendes St, Toronto, ON M6P 0A8, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

A Mother’s Day date… but make it cocktails.This class is designed to be a special experience for moms, step moms or any Mom figure in...

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SONIC BOOM 25th Anniversary Party

St.Anne's Parish Hall 651 Dufferin St, Toronto, ON M6J 3L6, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

SONIC BOOM 25th Anniversary PartyCo-presented with Wavelength Toronto’s favourite record store is turning 25! Come celebrate Sonic Boom’s silver anniversary at Wavelength. With two floors...

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Draw the Circle Wide

427 Bloor Street West 427 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M5S 1X6, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

VIVA Singers Toronto presents “Draw the Circle Wide” featuring VIVA's 9 youth and adult choirs, and percussionist Amiel Ang. Join us for an evening of...

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MOXY

The Rockpile Bar & Nightclub The Rockpile Bar & Nightclub, 5555A Dundas St. West, M9B 1B8 Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Toronto

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Whiplash in Concert

Queen Elizabeth Theatre 190 Princes' Blvd., Toronto

Relive the 2014 Academy Award® winning film, Whiplash, starring Miles Teller and JK Simmons, written and directed by Damien Chazelle, in a mesmerizing live concert...

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Cyrus the Great: The Birth of an Epic

The Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres The Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres, 189 Yonge St., M5B1M4 Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Toronto

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Rock Symphony

Casa Loma 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto

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The Tallis Choir Presents: O Sacrum Convivium

St. Patrick's Catholic Church 137 McCaul St, Toronto, ON M5T 1W3, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

For our final concert of the season, the Tallis Choir presents O Sacrum Convivium: Music for Corpus Christi, in which we perform some of the...

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Modern Sound Collective presents: Power Dynamics

Eglinton St. George's United Church 35 Lytton Blvd, Toronto, ON M4R 1L2, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Modern Sound Collective's Concreamus present the world premiere of Francesca Hauser’s newly commissioned work Parturition alongside the Canadian premiere of Ted Hearne’s searing oratorio Sound...

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Spring Journeys

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Meridian Arts Centre: Lyric Theatre Meridian Arts Centre: Lyric Theatre, 5040 Yonge Street, M2N 6R8 Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Toronto

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Wild Rivers

Massey Hall 178 Victoria St, Toronto

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Karan Aujla

Scotiabank Arena 40 Bay Street, Toronto

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Labyrinth Ensemble with Efrén López

Aga Khan Museum 77 Wynford Dr, Toronto

Marking a new chapter of the Labyrinth Ensemble and a milestone for the growth of modal music in Canada, the ensemble project returns with a...

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Gentle Oriental – DJ Set @ Tilt Arcade Bar

Tilt Arcade Bar 1255 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1L4, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Saturday May 9 — 9PM ‘til late1255 Queen St West Gentle Oriental on the decksR&B, Hip Hop, House, Dancehall, UK Garage, Miami Bass. I'm playing...

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EMF with Ecce Shnak

The Dance Cave The Dance Cave, 529 Bloor Street West, M5S 1Y5 Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Toronto

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Hamdi

CODA CODA, 794 Bathurst Street, M5R 3G1 Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Toronto

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Solid Garage 28 Year Party w/ Barbara Tucker Live

Revival Event Venue 783 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1C5, Canada, Old Toronto, Toronto

Saturday May 9th at Revival Bar Toronto United Soul proudly presents: Solid Garage 28 Year Anniversary Party featuring the legendary: BARBARA TUCKER Live w/ DJ...

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TYLER HILL | Manzone & Strong | Cozmic Cat | RandomDoug

Wiggle Room Toronto 772 Dundas St West, Toronto

Home of Bouncy Beats presents:Sat May 9: Tyler Hill| Manzone & Strong | RandomDoug | Cozmic Cat Advance Tickets:Early Wiggler: $20The Wiggler: $25Performances:10-12  Cozmic Cat12-1:30  RandomDoug1:30-4 Manzone & Strong4-close  Tyler HillVJ...