BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NOW Toronto - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nowtoronto.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NOW Toronto REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T000100 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T010100 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130016Z UID:10339921-1778112060-1778115660@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Toronto Sceptres - PWHL Playoffs Round 1 Home Game 2 DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/toronto-sceptres-pwhl-playoffs-round-1-home-game-2/ LOCATION:Coca-Cola Coliseum\, 45 Manitoba Dr\, Toronto\, M6K 3C3 CATEGORIES:Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/toronto-sceptres-pwhl-playoffs-round-1-home-game-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T110000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130017Z UID:10339922-1778148000-1778151600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Hello Hands & Feet DESCRIPTION:Hello Hands & Feet\nFor Children with ASD (3-8 years) \nđŸŽȘ An adapted version of 
and the Ideas Soar\, made especially for children with ASD. \nThis contemporary circus show from the acclaimed Catalonian company Animal Religion takes place in a circular space bordered by a glowing ribbon of light. Children are invited to join a journey full of acrobatics\, humour\, play\, light and music. đŸŽŒđŸ’« \n⭐ Walking into the circular stage\, light\, sound and movement get together in a calm and welcoming atmosphere. A dancer\, a musician and a lighting artist will encourage children to interact\, talk\, listen\, observe and feel the space. ⭐ Using “Hello” as a starting point to create beautiful poetry\, this enchanting show combines acrobatics\, play\, music and light to explore new ways to communicate with audiences. \nA genuine celebration of play and audience collaboration\, where light and sound composition come together to make each moment a new and thrilling experience. 🎈 \n🎟 By reservation only – Inquire us at education@weefestival.ca \n🎭 Further support for this presentation provided by Canada Council for the Arts and AcciĂłn Cultural Española. \n🔍 Discover more about the 2026 WeeFestival here. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/hello-hands-feet/ LOCATION:George Weston Recital Hall\, Meridian Arts Centre\, 5040 Yonge Street\, Toronto\, M2N 6R8 CATEGORIES:Kids & Family,Performing Arts,Theatre & Opera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/hello-hands-feet.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260510T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130041Z UID:10340168-1778155200-1778436000@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Toronto International Storytelling Festival DESCRIPTION: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\, from memoir to myth\, the 2026 Festival celebrates the stories that connect us—seeking the common ground where truth and lives intersect. \nThe festival features storytelling from compelling Indigenous\, Canadian based and international experts alongside interactive events and workshops. International tellers include DANIEL MORDEN (Wales) RACCONTAMIUNASTORIA (Italy)\, and JACQUI DU TOIT (South Africa/Ottawa) Indigenous tellers include OZAAWAA and LENORE KEESHIG\, and Toronto-based tellers include MARIELLA BERTELLI\, ITAH SADU\, BRIANE NASIMOK\, QUEERS IN YOUR EARS\, and PARENT-CHILD MOTHER GOOSE PROGRAM. \nToronto International Storytelling Festival will take place in different venues across Toronto\, including the Palmerston Library Theatre\, First Unitarian Congregation of Toronto\, Wynchwood Barns Storytelling Toronto Studio\, Toronto Reference Library Atrium Lobby\, and The ArQuives. \n“This is my first year working with Storytelling Toronto and I am excited by the opportunity to program their flagship festival\,” says Justin Shaw\, this year’s artistic director. “What most excites me is the vast range in both genre and form in storytelling the festival has to offer – there’s a little something for everyone. But whether folk or personal stories\, I am most interested in experiencing the personal truth that draws the story to the teller – and I believe that personal truth isn’t bound by a form or genre. And in these divisive times\, common ground is valuable real estate.” \nTickets and full itinerary are available now at www.storytellingtoronto.org. Sign up for Storytelling Toronto’s Newsletter and follow Storytelling Toronto on social media for updates. Instagram & Facebook URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/toronto-international-storytelling-festival/ LOCATION:Toronto Public Library – Palmerston Branch\, 560 Palmerston Ave\, Toronto\, ON M6G 2P7\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6G 2P7 CATEGORIES:2SLGBTQ+,Festivals,Indigenous,Literature & Spoken Word ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/toronto-international-storytelling-festival.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T153000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130017Z UID:10339923-1778160600-1778167800@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Music in the Afternoon presents Fierbois DESCRIPTION:Experience a generous program for oboe and piano beginning with Mozart and Vivaldi\, and featuring a new work written for them by David Braid. At the heart of their concert is Oscar Peterson’s jazz-infused Canadiana Suite\, a musical exploration of the True North. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/music-in-the-afternoon-presents-fierbois/ LOCATION:Walter Hall\, 80 Queens Park\, Toronto\, ON M5S 2C5\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 2C5 CATEGORIES:Live Music,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/music-in-the-afternoon-presents-fierbois.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130017Z UID:10339925-1778175000-1778180400@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:SakuraFest Bento May 7 DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/sakurafest-bento-may-7/ LOCATION:Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre\, 6 Garamond Ct\, North York\, M3C 1Z5 CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/sakurafest-bento-may-7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339981-1778176800-1778185800@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Portraits of Community Care DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/portraits-of-community-care/ LOCATION:Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre\, 6 Garamond Ct\, North York\, M3C 1Z5 CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/portraits-of-community-care.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339990-1778176800-1778187600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Before Borders DESCRIPTION:Twist Gallery and Dreams Tree Community Investments and photography by Ryan Bolton and Yuma Dean Hester! \nWith no fixed itinerary\, we traveled north through Northern Alberta into the Rockies. We then ventured into the Yukon and the Northwest Territories in pursuit of the Northern Lights. What began as a road trip became an exercise in listening and being present. \nAlong the way\, we met with Elders\, Chiefs\, and storytellers whose histories are inseparable from the land. Conversations about memory\, responsibility\, and continuity — reminders that these landscapes are not empty expanses\, but living territories shaped by generations of knowledge and care. \nBefore Borders reflects on what it means to cross provincial lines while recognizing deeper\, enduring boundaries that predate them. The work considers travel not as an escape\, but as an exchange — guided by those who have called this land home since time immemorial. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/before-borders/ LOCATION:Twist Gallery\, 1100 Queen St West CATEGORIES:Art & Design,Community Events,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/before-borders.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339986-1778176800-1778187600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Art Gems DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Liberty Grand in Toronto\, supporting The Good Shepherd’s Creative Works Studio! \nDate: Thursday\, May 7\, 2026 | Location: Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex – Governors Room\, Toronto \nTickets: $225 – www.artgems.ca \n19th Annual Art Gems. Experience an Evening of Art & Impact featuring live Jazz Music\, great food\, cocktails and beautiful art. Bid on 50+ stunning artworks by renowned Canadian artists. Witness a live artist painting to be raffled at the end of the night. Special Silent Auction Collection featuring works by Creative Works Studio members\, the Live Auction starts at 7 PM and features artists Charles Pachter\, Karine Giboulo\, Cee Pootoogook\, Ramona Nordal\, Matt Bahen and more! Secure your spot now at www.artgems.ca\, and join us for an extraordinary evening celebrating art\, creativity\, and community. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/art-gems/ LOCATION:Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex\, Exhibition Place\, 25 British Columbia Rd\, Toronto\, ON M6K 3C3\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6K 3C3 CATEGORIES:Art & Design,Exhibitions,Food & Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/art-gems.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260529T170000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130026Z UID:10340020-1778176800-1780074000@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:'Photo Diary' Exhibition - Karolina Kuras & Ted Belton DESCRIPTION: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) and Ted Belton (@tedbelton) in “Photo Diary”. \nThis 25-day exhibition brings together an intimate record of Kuras’ and Belton’s photography practices\, capturing discipline and grace in visual conversation. Both with special eyes for movement\, texture\, and contrast\, their photographs reveal how fashion and dance are connected practices\, through their vulnerable yet performative natures. \nThe presentation features curated photographs\, unified by a sense of experimentation with human expression\, varied creative processes\, and print materials. Central to the exhibition is the artists’ contemporary styles that naturally complement each other\, capturing discipline and grace in visual conversation. \nThe evening will include the artists in attendance and a panel moderated by Odessa Paloma Parker (@odessapaloma). Light refreshments will be provided. Photobooth hosted by Album EQ (@albumequipment) in Studio B. \nAdmission is free. Please RSVP via event website here. \nAbout the Artists:Karolina Kuras is a Toronto based ballet and portrait photographer. Internationally recognized as one of the foremost photographers working in ballet today\, she works at the intersection of classical ballet and fashion\, producing images that are precise\, elegant\, and entirely her own. A classically trained dancer herself\, Karolina brings an embodied understanding of movement and line to every shoot. On set she directs and shapes movement specifically for the camera\, ensuring each image is intentional rather than incidental. Having worked with some of the most celebrated ballet companies in the world\, her work is built on the trust of the people she photographs and a deep respect and understanding for the art form. \nTed Belton is a Canadian photographer living in Toronto and working internationally. His fashion pictures and portraits have appeared in titles such as AirMail\, Dazed\, Kinfolk\, and Rolling Stone. Ted’s interest in documenting individuals of exceptional character and style has brought him to the streets of Paris\, into the homes of eccentrics and socialites\, the studios of artists\, musicians\, and designers\, and to skate parks and fashion weeks around the world. Wherever he is\, Ted’s eye remains tuned to the quiet qualities of his subjects that he aims to amplify into memorable statements. \nAbout the Moderator:Odessa Paloma Parker is an award-winning writer\, editor\, stylist\, educator and brand strategist based in Toronto. She is the Art Editor at The Globe and Mail Style Magazine\, and in 2022\, she founded Opaloma\, an arts\, culture and style platform featuring stories from Toronto and beyond. Odessa is a co-author of the first edition of Louis Vuitton’s City Guide Toronto\, and her journalistic expertise has been acknowledged by a National Magazine Award nomination. Odessa is also an occasional DJ; her event clients include Chanel\, Bata Shoe Museum and the Art Gallery of Ontario. \nAbout the Venue:Album Studios is a Toronto-based studio rental space for photographers\, film production\, and events. We offer 7 studio spaces across three locations in West Toronto. Namely\, Geary Avenue\, the Junction\, and the Mount Dennis neighbourhoods \nExhibition Details:Title: Photo DiaryArtists: Karolina Kuras and Ted BeltonDates: May 7 – May 31\, 2026Location: Album StudiosAddress: 92 Geary Ave\, TorontoOpening Reception: Thurs\, May 7\, 2026 / 6:00 – 11:00 PM / Refreshments will be served.Gallery Viewing: Fri\, May 8 until Sun\, May 31 / 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM \nEvent Registration: https://luma.com/se9yuygdContact: https://www.albumstudios.com/home  URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/photo-diary-exhibition-karolina-kuras-ted-belton/ LOCATION:Album Studios: Geary\, 92 Geary Ave\, Toronto\, ON M6H 2B6\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6H 2B6 CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Festivals,Film & Media ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/photo-diary-exhibition-karolina-kuras-ted-belton.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260528T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130026Z UID:10340012-1778178600-1780000200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Question Everything Trivia @ The Castle on Queen DESCRIPTION:Every other Thursday\, check out The Castle on Queen for a posh and proper Trivia Night! \nWHAT TO EXPECT \nYour hostQE owner\, and comedian Ari Issac (@summeroftong)brings the sass and laughs! \nGames \n\n10 trivia categories testing you on pop culture’s best and brightest celebs\, tv\, movies\, music\, and so much more!\nInteractive games mixed throughout testing your agility and wit for BONUS points!\n\nSpecials \n\nTBA\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND \nThink trivia isn’t your thing? Perfect – this is exactly for you. \nAt Question Everything Trivia\, we flip the script on your average game night. Forget boring\, brain-busting questions and awkward silences – this is trivia reimagined. Expect laughs\, sass\, and pop-culture madness that keeps everyone engaged\, whether you know the answers or not. \nWe’re inclusive\, welcoming\, and all about good vibes. \nPRIZES \nA $50 The Castle on Queen card for 1st place winners! \n1 Hour GRETA Unlimited Play Passes! \n* Additional prizes change on a week-to-week basis\, and are dependent on weekly sponsors and attendance. \nVENUE & TICKET RULES \n\nPlease arrive as close to 6:45 as possible to be seated so that the game can start promptly at 7PM\nOnce tickets are sold out\, please join waitlist to be the first to know if someone releases their spot last minute.\n$25 Minimum Spend / Person. This is just a couple drinks and food so it shouldn’t be hard to reach\, and helps the bar continue to provide these nights and epic prizes!\nFor groups of 6 people or more\, a 20% gratuity will be automatically added to your bill on the day.\n\n***IMPORTANT: RSVPS ARE NOT GUARANTEED SEATING*** \nRSVPing does not reserve you a spot or table! It is just to notify us and the restaurant that people are attending. \nThe restaurant has limited seating capacity\, so to guarentee your group a spot\, arrive early! Sitting is all first come first serve. \nPlease make sure you get to get there early to get the best possible spot. An RSVP is not a guarantee\, it’s dependant on space. We simply use RSVPs to gauge how many people to expect\, but of course as it’s a free event\, we sometimes have no-shows. We do what we can to accomodate everyone who RSVPs. If you are concerned about making the trip\, you can reach out directly to double check about seating\, and secure a reservation! URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/question-everything-trivia-the-castle-on-queen-2/ LOCATION:The Castle On Queen\, 884 Queen St E\, Toronto\, ON M4M 1J3\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4M 1J3 CATEGORIES:Games & Trivia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/question-everything-trivia-the-castle-on-queen.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339979-1778180400-1778184000@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:fakemink: a Terrible Beauty. - The Tour DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/fakemink-a-terrible-beauty-the-tour/ LOCATION:History\, 1663 Queen St E\, Toronto\, M4L 1G5 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/fakemink-a-terrible-beauty-the-tour-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339980-1778180400-1778184000@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Rj Pasin - The Indomitable Human Spirit Tour DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/rj-pasin-the-indomitable-human-spirit-tour/ LOCATION:The Horseshoe Tavern\, The Horseshoe Tavern\, 370 Queen Street West\, M5V 2A2 Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M5V 2A2 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/rj-pasin-the-indomitable-human-spirit-tour.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339976-1778180400-1778184000@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Monster Energy Outbreak Tour Presents: Vincent Mason There I Go DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/monster-energy-outbreak-tour-presents-vincent-mason-there-i-go/ LOCATION:The Danforth Music Hall\, 147 Danforth Ave\, Toronto\, M4K 1N2 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/monster-energy-outbreak-tour-presents-vincent-mason-there-i-go.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339977-1778180400-1778184000@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Katie Tupper DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/katie-tupper/ LOCATION:The Mod Club (formerly known as The Axis Club)\, The Mod Club (formerly known as The Axis Club)\, 722 College St.\, M6G1C4 Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M6G 1C4 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/katie-tupper.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339978-1778180400-1778184000@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Departure Festival: Departure Honours 2026 DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/departure-festival-departure-honours-2026/ LOCATION:Koerner Hall\, 273 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, M5S 1W2 CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/departure-festival-departure-honours-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T203000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339982-1778180400-1778185800@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Artist Talk: Dawit L. Petros DESCRIPTION:Join multidisciplinary artist Dawit L. Petros for a special lecture presented in conjunction with his major survey exhibition on view at The Image Centre. \nLecture Room: IMA-307Enter via: The Image Centre33 Gould Street\, Toronto \nPlease have your Eventbrite registration and valid ID ready upon arrival. The name on your ID must match the name on your ticket or registration. All bags may be subject to inspection by gallery security upon entry. \nAbout the Exhibition\nScotiabank Photography Award: Dawit L. PetrosCurator: GaĂ«lle Morel \nThis survey exhibition celebrates the career of Montreal-based multidisciplinary artist Dawit L. Petros\, winner of the 2025 Scotiabank Photography Award. Spanning over 20 years\, this presentation of more than 80 photographs\, serigraphs\, and books traces a long-standing inquiry into the legacy of colonial history across Africa\, Europe\, and North America. Rooted in rigorous scholarly research and extensive travel\, Petros’s practice is defined by his creative use of archival photographs\, colour\, and abstraction. The artist challenges photography’s documentary function while investigating migration\, belonging\, displacement\, and the lingering effects of colonial memory. \nArtist Bio \nDawit L. Petros (Eritrean/Canadian\, b. 1972) is a visual artist\, researcher\, and educator. He holds an MFA in visual art from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts/Tufts University\, Boston. Recent exhibition venues include Remai Modern and the University of Saskatchewan’s College Art Galleries\, Saskatoon (2025); the Museum of Contemporary Photography\, Chicago (2024); Oslo Kunstforening\, Norway (2020); the 13th Biennial of Havana\, Matanzas\, Cuba (2019); and Addis Foto Fest\, Addis Ababa\, Ethiopia (2018). \nPetros has been awarded an Independent Study Fellowship at the Whitney Museum of American Art (2012) and an artist residency at the Studio Museum in Harlem (2008)\, both in New York City. A winner of the Duke and Duchess of York Prize from the Canada Council of the Arts (2021)\, he is an associate professor of studio art at Dartmouth College\, New Hampshire. Petros is represented by Bradley Ertaskiran\, Montreal\, and Tiwani Contemporary\, London\, UK. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/artist-talk-dawit-l-petros/ LOCATION:The Image Centre\, 33 Gould St\, Toronto\, ON M5B 1W1\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 1W1 CATEGORIES:Art & Design,Exhibitions,Film & Media,Talks & Panels ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/artist-talk-dawit-l-petros.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339988-1778180400-1778187600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me But Banjos Saved My Life DESCRIPTION:Tomatoes Tried to Kill Me But Banjos Saved My Life by Keith Alessi is a charming\, autobiographical story of passion\, art\, and resilience. Neither an actor nor a musician by trade\, Keith was faced with a major cancer battle and\, in the wake of his brush with mortality\, chose to leave the world of corporate boardrooms behind to follow his long-delayed passion: playing the banjo. It was a pursuit that would ultimately help save his life. \nKeith is now on a mission to raise money for causes close to his heart and is donating his performance – and all proceeds from the event – directly to support Studio 180 Theatre’s ongoing work fostering compelling conversations on stage\, in the classroom\, and in the community. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/tomatoes-tried-to-kill-me-but-banjos-saved-my-life/ LOCATION:Hugh’s Room Live\, 296 Broadview Ave\, Toronto\, ON M4M 2G7\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4M 2G7 CATEGORIES:Performing Arts,Theatre & Opera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/tomatoes-tried-to-kill-me-but-banjos-saved-my-life.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339989-1778180400-1778187600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:The Toronto Comedy Showcase - Singles Night DESCRIPTION:We’re bringing together some of the city’s funniest comedians to share their most hilarious\, cringe-worthy\, and relatable stories about love\, relationships\, and the wild world of dating in Toronto. Whether you’re happily single\, tragically single\, or just looking for a great night out with friends\, this is the show for you. \nExpect a night packed with sharp observations\, wild dating app disasters\, and plenty of crowd work. Who knows? You might even meet someone—or at least leave feeling a lot better about your own love life. \n7pm: Mix and mingle \n8pm: Show \nGrab your tickets\, grab a drink\, and get ready to laugh until it hurts. Because if we can’t find love\, we can at least find the punchline! URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/the-toronto-comedy-showcase-singles-night/ LOCATION:Comedy Bar\, 945 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, ON M6H 1L5\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6H 1L5 CATEGORIES:Comedy & Improv,Nightlife,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/the-toronto-comedy-showcase-singles-night.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339983-1778180400-1778187600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:The Cribs DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/the-cribs-2/ LOCATION:Lee’s Palace\, 529 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, M5S 1Y5 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/the-cribs.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339984-1778180400-1778187600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Any Young Mechanic DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/any-young-mechanic/ LOCATION:Drake Underground\, Drake Underground\, 1150 Queen St. West\, M6J 1J3 Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M6J 1J3 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/any-young-mechanic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T220000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130024Z UID:10339994-1778180400-1778191200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Flower Arrangement Workshop with Sweetpea and Rose DESCRIPTION:Welcome back spring with Sweetpea & Rose\, returning for another floral arrangement workshop. You will be guided step-by-step as you design and create your brightly coloured vase floral arrangement. All premium materials\, fresh greenery\, and tools are provided—so all you need to bring is your creativity! Guests of all skill levels are welcome\, and every arrangement is as unique as the person who makes it. You’ll leave with not only a beautiful finished piece to enjoy at home\, but also wonderful memories of a fun and inspiring experience. \nA perfect way to celebrate Mothers’ Day\, to have fun with friends\, or to enjoy some peaceful and creative time yourself. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/flower-arrangement-workshop-with-sweetpea-and-rose/ LOCATION:Campbell House Museum\, 160 Queen St W\, Toronto\, ON M5H 3H3\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5H 3H3 CATEGORIES:Art & Design,Classes & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/flower-arrangement-workshop-with-sweetpea-and-rose.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T230000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130024Z UID:10339996-1778180400-1778194800@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Departure Honours\, presented by Ticketmaster DESCRIPTION:The Departure Honours presented by Ticketmaster is an exclusive star-studded event celebrating the trailblazers who are shaping our cultural landscape\, honouring their groundbreaking achievements and inspiring work. \nThe Honours is an unparalleled opportunity to connect and celebrate with industry leaders\, cultural icons\, and the most exciting emerging talent. It’s a powerful gathering of some of the biggest names in the creative world\, offering a chance to witness and honour the impact of those at the forefront of innovation. \nDeparture Honours will take place on Thursday\, May 7\, 2026 at Koerner Hall. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/departure-honours-presented-by-ticketmaster/ LOCATION:Koerner Hall\, 273 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, M5S 1W2 CATEGORIES:Film & Media,Live Music,Performing Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/departure-honours-presented-by-ticketmaster.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T235500 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130024Z UID:10340002-1778180400-1778198100@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Bust Out the Jams - A rock fundraiser for Rethink Breast Cancer DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately\, we’ve all had breast cancer touch our lives in some way. To that end\, join us for Bust Out the Jams\, a rock benefit in support of Rethink Breast Cancer\, on Thursday May 7th at the Junction Underground – 2907 Dundas Street West in Toronto. Doors open at 7:00pm. \nBust Out the Jams will feature WOT4 as well as special guests babie blue and Credit Card Debt taking the stage at the Junction Underground for a night of high-energy rock & roll\, cocktails & beer\, friends & fundraising – a rock night in support of breast cancer awareness & research. \nTickets are $20.00 in advance\, $25.00 at the door. \nThis isn’t just a show
 it’s a night of music\, community\, and making a real impact. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/bust-out-the-jams-a-rock-fundraiser-for-rethink-breast-cancer/ LOCATION:Junction Underground\, 2907 Dundas St W\, Toronto\, ON M6P 1Z1\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6P 1Z1 CATEGORIES:Community Events,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/bust-out-the-jams-a-rock-fundraiser-for-rethink-breast-cancer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260508T010000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130025Z UID:10340004-1778180400-1778202000@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Departure + Paquin Present: Stuck On Planet Earth\, Ethan Miller\, Janky Bungag\, Fine Food Market\, and Sarah Vanderzon DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/departure-paquin-present-stuck-on-planet-earth-ethan-miller-janky-bungag-fine-food-market-and-sarah-vanderzon/ LOCATION:Rivoli Toronto\, 334 Queen St W\, Toronto\, ON M5V 2A2\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 2A2 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/departure-paquin-present-stuck-on-planet-earth-ethan-miller-janky-bungag-fine-food-market-and-sarah-vanderzon.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260508T200000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130025Z UID:10340010-1778180400-1778270400@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Toronto Met Film Festival DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/toronto-met-film-festival/ LOCATION:The Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres\, The Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres\, 189 Yonge St.\, M5B1M4 Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M5B 1M4 CATEGORIES:Film & Media ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/toronto-met-film-festival.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339991-1778182200-1778187600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Thirsty Thursdays: The Musical Edition DESCRIPTION:It’s our swan song at Henderson’s Brewery before their wedding season begins and we’re going out with a melodious\, metaphorical bang.  \nThis lineup features a collection of some of Toronto’s best musical comedians including:Karley KowalskiBryan NothlingRae GallimoreRebecca McDonald \nand your hosts
Danielle KerrKendelle LaBella \nFrom clever parody songs to chaotic sing-alongs and razor sharp punchlines withba backing track\, this is a one-of-a-kind comedy show in Toronto where music meets mirth. Whether you’re a comedy fan\, live music lover or just here for the beer\, this is a show that hits all the right notes. \nTickets are availble on EventBrite for $15 or at the door for $20. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/thirsty-thursdays-the-musical-edition/ LOCATION:Henderson Brewing co\, 128A Sterling Rd\, Toronto\, ON M6R 0C6\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6R 0C6 CATEGORIES:Comedy & Improv ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/thirsty-thursdays-the-musical-edition.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T220000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339992-1778182200-1778191200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:I Love Boosters DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/i-love-boosters/ LOCATION:Paradise Theatre\, Paradise Theatre\, 1006 Bloor St W\, M6H 1M2 Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M6H 1M2 CATEGORIES:Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/i-love-boosters.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T233000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130024Z UID:10339998-1778182200-1778196600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:Departure 2026: Kiki Rowe\, iBXRHM\, ABBI WOODS\, and Jay Glavany DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/departure-2026-kiki-rowe-ibxrhm-abbi-woods-and-jay-glavany/ LOCATION:The Baby G\, 1608 Dundas Street West\, Toronto\, M6K 1T8 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/departure-2026-kiki-rowe-ibxrhm-abbi-woods-and-jay-glavany.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T185000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130026Z UID:10340016-1778182200-1779562200@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:WERTHER DESCRIPTION: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 OpĂ©ra de MontrĂ©al and Vancouver Opera. Based on Goethe’s classic tragedy\, this rare operatic gem tells the story of a young man’s romantic infatuation and the spiral of despair that consumes him when his love goes unrequited. Renowned tenor Russell Thomas returns as the title character with Victoria Karkacheva making her COC debut as his love interest Charlotte. COC Music Director Johannes Debus leads the cast and COC Orchestra through Massenet’s sumptuous score\, which includes the famous stirring tenor aria “Pourquoi me rĂ©veiller.” URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/werther/ LOCATION:Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts\, 145 Queen St. W\, Toronto\, M5H 4G1 CATEGORIES:Live Music,Performing Arts,Theatre & Opera ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/werther.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260507T210000 DTSTAMP:20260507T174024 CREATED:20260507T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T130023Z UID:10339987-1778184000-1778187600@nowtoronto.com SUMMARY:RUSSELL! with Special Guests DESCRIPTION:. URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/russell-with-special-guests/ LOCATION:Drake Underground\, Drake Underground\, 1150 Queen St. West\, M6J 1J3 Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada\, Toronto\, M6J 1J3 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nowtoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/russell-with-special-guests.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR