Looking for something to do this weekend? We’ve got your go-to guides of fun things to do in Etobicoke!
If you’re wondering what to get up to this weekend, we’ve got you covered. There are tons of events happening in the local area, with something for everyone. Here are our top picks for fun things to do in Etobicoke this weekend. Let’s get started!
1. A Night in Support of Mental Health
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When: Friday, October 20th, 7pm
Where: The Vue Clubhouse Event Space, 195 Galaxy Blvd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 6R7
Cost: $100
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) helps more than 1.2 million Canadians every year. This event, in support of the association, offers a chance to enjoy a glamourous evening while helping a fantastic cause. The formal, wedding style party will be a fun-filled evening with dinner, drinks, and dancing.
2. Toronto Horror Hallways
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When: Weekend Evening through October, 6pm
Where: Toronto Horror Hallways, 37 Stoffel Drive, Etobicoke, ON M9W 6A8
Cost: $15
Do you love the rush of being scared by ghouls, ghosts, and darkness? Then you’ll probably love a trip to Toronto Horror Hallways. This haunted maze is open throughout October to help get everyone in the Halloween spirit.
3. The 2017 Royal Fair
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When: Saturday, October 21st, 9:30am – 1pm
Where: Royal York Road United Church, 851 Royal York Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8Y 2V3
Royal York Road United Church’s Royal Fair is back. There’ll be lots of wonderful items on offer including books, crafts, quilts, jewelry, and knitwear. There’ll also a silent auction, a café, and a food emporium.
4. ESS Support Services Dine for Dignity
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When: Sunday, October 22nd, 4:30pm
Where: Panemonte Banquet and Convention Centre, 220 Humberline Dr, Etobicoke, ON M9W 5Y4
Cost: $80
ESS Support Services has been serving members of the Etobicoke community more than 30 years, and the Dine for Dignity Gala is its signature event. The Master of Ceremonies will be Blue Jays Radio Presenter Jerry Howarth, and there’ll be music from Michael Vanhevel, a four-course banquet dinner, a silent auction, and raffle prizes.
5. LAMP 40th Anniversary Celebration
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When: Saturday, October 21st, 7pm – 12am
Where: Humber College Lakeshore Campus, 2 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr, Etobicoke, ON M8V 4B6
Cost: $20 – $40
LAMP Community Health Centre has been helping to build a stronger, healthier community for 4o years! To celebrate this milestone, they’ll be throwing a big bash. With music from the Community Soul Project, it’s set to be a good one.
6. Bee Gees Tribute at Old Mill
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When: Saturday, October 21st, 8pm – 11:45pm
Where: Old Mill, 21 Old Mill Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8X 1G5
Cost: $20
If you’re a Bee Gees fan, then you’ll definitely want to head to Old Mill this Saturday. Night Fever is a Bee Gees tribute production that comprises an all-Canadian cast and has been touring the world for ten years. The largest of its kind, this production will wow you with hits like Jive Talking, Nite Fever, and Stayin’ Alive.
7. Nature Connection Tulips and Trees
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When: Sunday, October 22nd, 2pm – 4pm
Where: Downsview Park Discovery Centre, 70 Canuck Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M3K 2C5
Downsview Park’s nature programs offer a great way for families to explore the outdoors while helping the environment. This program will have you getting your hands dirty as you help plant 150 tulip bulbs to celebrate Canada 150.
8. Howling Hootenanny at Black Creek Pioneer Village
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When: Saturday, October 21st, 11am – 4:30pm
Where: Black Creek Pioneer Village, 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, North York, ON M3J 2P3
Cost: $11 – $15
If you like your Halloween celebrations on the less scary side, then heading to Black Creek Pioneer Village for their daytime celebrations is a great idea. This Saturday, you can enjoy exciting main stage performances, a creepy creature meet-and-greet, trick-or-treating, an apple sling shot, pumpkin decorating, and more.
9. High Park Walk: The Raptors of High Park
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When: Saturday, October 21st, 1:30pm – 3pm
Where: High Park Nature Centre, 375 Colborne Lodge Dr, Toronto, ON M6R 2Z3
No, not the basketball team! This walk led by Toronto Field Naturalists will explore the birds of prey that live in the park. You’ll learn about great horned owls and red-tailed hawks, among others, and you may even see some migrating raptors when you visit Hawk Hill.
10. Mini-Makers at Brentwood Library
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When: Sunday, October 22nd, 2:30pm – 3:30pm
Where: Brentwood Library, 36 Brentwood Rd N, Etobicoke, ON M8X 2B5
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education aims to help students develop a passion for learning through experience. These sessions will run weekly until the end of the year and will have kids involved in fun, hands-on activities. It’s open to ages 4-8 and runs on a drop-in basis.
As always, there are tons of fun things to do in Etobicoke this weekend! Whatever you decide to get up to, we hope you have a fantastic weekend, from your ThompsonSells team!
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