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The top 8 free events in Toronto this week

Free events in Toronto this week include concerts, films and even burgers. The main attraction on all of our free calendars, however, is Nuit Blanche, which takes over the city from sunset to sunrise on Sept. 30.

  • Free events you don't want to miss
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    About the Event
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    • September 25
      The free lunchtime concert series continues with a jazzy performance from Ori Dagan. He'll be singing good old- fashioned jazz standards and modern pop songs with his own spin.
      Yonge-Dundas Square
    • September 25 - October 6
      Do you like burgers? How about free burgers? McCoy Burger Co. wants you to try theirs. All you have to do is download a coupon and bring it in for a free burger, all week long.
      McCoy Burger Co.
    • September 26
      Renowned classical Arabic musician, George Sawa plays his beloved instrument, the qanun, accompanied by rhythmic beats of drums used in Egyptian bellydance music.
      Toronto Reference Library
    • September 27-30
      This exhibition of 30+ artists features work that captures memories, translates experiences and creates living histories. Collect 'em all: A selection of the installation images will be available to take home for free, to share or keep.
    • September 28
      From 7 - 9 p.m. stop in and celebrate the opening of the beautiful new Filson store with a night of drinks and eats by Ace Hill, D'Ont Poke the Bear, Home of the Brave, and live music by The Barrel Boys.
      Filson
    • September 28
      This action/thriller/crime short film fest is a must for anyone who needs a jolt of adrenaline in their life. It's a night of seven short films from around the world that will thrill you and leave you on the edge of your seat.
      Carlton Cinemas
    • September 30 - October 1
      The 12th edition of Toronto's free, city-wide sunset-to-sunrise celebration of contemporary art returns with installations and works transforming spaces all around us for one night only. 
      Multiple Venues
    • October 1
      See the salmon run live in Morningside Park at this free festival complete with guided walks, live music, and of course, the chance to watch salmon swimming upstream.
      Morningside Park
    Lead photo by

    Vincent NG

Lead photo by

Vincent NG


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