Things to do in toronto this week

10 things to do in Toronto this week

Things to do in Toronto this week include checking out emerging artists at a theatre festival and getting in the #spookyszn spirit at Toronto's After Dark film fest.

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  • Events you might want to check out
    Date
    About the Event
    Location
    • October 17
      Pop icons Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull, and Ricky Martin are turning up the heat at Scotiabank Arena, so put on your best dancing shoes and get ready to groove to the tune of energizing Latin beats.
      Scotiabank Arena
    • October 17
      Rock out to American indie band My Morning Jacket (and take a trip back to the early aughts) as they take over the Massey Hall stage this week.
    • October 17-22
      Short films, digital media, and documentaries are what you'll find at this festival celebrating Indigenous artists and filmmakers. And once you're done, make sure to take a spin through the art market so you can bring a piece of the festival home with you.
      Multiple Venues
    • October 18-19
      It seems AI is everywhere these days, but if you still can't make heads or tails of it, you'll get a chance to listen to experts discuss how to use it responsibly and check out some of the most innovative tech projects from exhibiting companies at this massive conference.
      255 Front St W
    • October 18-22
      It's almost Halloween, making it the perfect time to check out this film fest showcasing horror, sci-fi and action movies at the Scotiabank Theatre.
      Scotiabank Theatre
    • October 19
      Comedian Heather McMahan is taking over the Queen Elizabeth Theatre with her brand of millennial humour, so you can expect honest and frank conversations about her Netflix special, body positivity, and a whole lot of laughs along the way.
      Queen Elizabeth Theatre
    • October 19
      Scottish comedian Danny Bhoy is back in Toronto, which means it's time to call your besties and head to Massey Hall for a laugh-filled night. Make sure to arrive early to grab a boozy drink before the show!
    • October 19-22
      If you love listening to podcasts, hit up the Annex for this year's podcast fest, where you'll learn about the untold history of Canada or watch acclaimed author Margaret Atwood discuss one of her short stories.
      Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
    • October 20-22
      Turn your haha's into jaja's at Toronto's first all-Spanish comedy extravaganza. With over 25 award-winning comedians hailing from all over Latin America, you're sure to have a laugh or two.
      JCC Prosserman
    • October 21
      All things pickled will take centre stage at Toronto’s inaugural Picklefest! It's going to be a tangy 'n' tasty celebration of the art of pickling, where you'll get to try fermented treats and bevvies from over 50 vendors.
      Henderson Brewing Co.
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Brian Morton


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