There are a lot of events going on in the city that are sure to make your weekend “so fetch.” Play board games, stroll through a market or shop until you drop at the MaRS Centre atrium. Check out our top picks of things to do this weekend.
1. Mean Girls quote-along movie screening
On Wednesdays we wear pink! Learn all the #MeanGirls rules to live by with our ultra hilarious host & guest Plastic @camfess this Friday! pic.twitter.com/rAEByQmq5z
— Hot Docs Cinema (@HotDocsCinema) September 21, 2016
Watch a movie where you are actually allowed to yell out your favourite lines. Mean Girls will be shown at Hot Docs on Friday. Comedian Cameron Maitland is set to guide the audience through the screening. He’ll let you know when to shout out, “You go Glen Coco!”
Location: Hot Docs Ted Rogers Theatre Date: Sept. 23 Time: Doors open at 8:30. Screening from 9:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Cost: Ticket – $9.73; Ticket with beer and popcorn combo – $15.04
2. Fall Home Show
Join @FusionPaint at #FallHomeShowTO to learn about Fresco and sign up for a workshop here https://t.co/D0mHpB1Us3 pic.twitter.com/756yag4Esx
— Toronto Home Shows (@HomeShowsTO) September 18, 2016
Now that it’s officially autumn, it might be time to spruce up your living spaces with some new home décor pieces. With over 300 retailers attending the Fall Home Show, you can find some inspiration for every space in your home.
Location: Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place Date: Sept. 23 – 25 Time: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Cost: $15 for adults
3. Liberty Village Market
We’re counting down to the first @torontoartcrawl Liberty Village Market this Saturday at 80 Lynn Williams: https://t.co/xBIWanx7Ds
— Liberty Village (@liveinlibertyTO) September 21, 2016
Take a stroll through the open-air market in the heart of Liberty Village. With 45 vendors attending, you can shop for fashion items, home décor, art and much more.
Location: Liberty Towers Presentation Centre Date: Sept. 24 Time: 11 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Cost: Free
4. Walking food tour in Roncesvalles
Taking in @roncesvillage Polish Festival. Meandering through the rainy streets and enjoying… https://t.co/aMSBpBmWcQ
— Food Nook Tours (@FoodNookTours) September 17, 2016
Enjoy a guided food tour in the Roncesvalles neighbourhood. This walking tour stops at the best cafés in the area for delicious food and sweet treats. You can learn interesting facts about the area while sampling food at five different locations.
Location: 2201 Dundas Street West Date: Sept. 25 Time: Only one tour starting at 2:30 p.m. Cost: $30
5. Etsy: Made in Canada Toronto
We’re so excited re: #EtsyMadeinCanada…hope we’ll see you on Saturday @MaRSDD (arrive early & get a swag-bag)! #supporthandmade pic.twitter.com/FgFVD445pu
— Toronto Etsy Team (@TorontoEtsyST) September 21, 2016
You can shop for some handmade and vintage goods this weekend at the MaRS Centre atrium. 130 of the top Canadian Etsy retailers will be on hand, featuring unique pieces ranging from jewellery to home décor. You can also participate in free do-it-yourself workshops.
Location: MaRS Discovery District Date: Sept. 24 Time: 10 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Cost: Free
6. Geekz United – Free all day board game event
In #Toronto and looking for something to do tomorrow? Free all day #boardgames at Yonge/Davisville: https://t.co/A3PgSARwsA @thechriscormier
— Geekz United (@GeekzUnited) September 23, 2016
If you’re looking for a spot to play some board games and video games while also eating bar food, Geekz United is bringing a variety of games to Kramer’s Bar and Grill and setting up consoles for video gaming.
Location: Kramer’s Bar and Grill Date: Sept. 24 Time: 1 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Cost: Free
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