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Best time of year to visit Toronto
Summer is a peak season in Toronto with a variety of cultural events like Caribana or Pride Week. However, be prepared to see the prices skyrocket and unruly crowds everywhere. Spring and autumn offer relatively warm weather and lower rates, that's why late April through May and September through October are the best time to visit the Toronto. As the world's best hockey teams reside in this city, you shouldn't miss an epic October–April hockey season.
Winter brings biting winds and a world of snow but it is your obvious chance to save money and a perfect season for ice skating, snowboarding, and skiing.
8 THINGS TO DO IN TORONTO (SEPTEMBER 11 - SEPTEMBER 20)
TIFF or Toronto International Film Festival
Film stars and fans from all the planet's corners gather in Toronto for the world's biggest film festival
CN Tower Edge Walk
How do you feel about heights? What about a free-hand walk on the edge of one of the world's highest buildings?
Boat Cruises
Explore the waters surrounding Toronto, and you will discover amazing city landscapes and islands
Summer Tour Around Weird Houses
A couple of eccentric houses are both amusing and scary
Black Creek Pioneer Village
This open-air museum shows Canada as it was two centuries ago
Canada’s Wonderland
If your life needs a bit more thrill, the rollercoasters of Canada's Wonderland are perfect for you!
Fall Fests and Fairs
Maybe elsewhere autumn is associated with quiet depression, but not in Toronto where the revelry is in full swing
CN Tower
Canada's tallest structure and Toronto's favourite landmark offers unbeatable panoramic views of the city
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Toronto Caribbean Carnival or Caribana
Toronto invites lovers of Caribbean culture to the largest North American street festival of colourful traditions
Ice Cream Sandwiches
Sweet ice cream tacos, and salty caramel ice-cream with bacon and waffles—anything imaginable!
Giant Pillow Fight
A pillow warrior lives inside each of us, and it's time to let him out for battle!
Fresh Maple Syrup
This iconic Canadian topping is made of maple sap collected from tree trunks—what a generous gift from nature!
Hockey Season
The Toronto Maple Leafs are legendary: every game is a sensation, every move is epic
CN Tower Climb
When you climp up 1,776 stairs, you'll be at the highest man-made point in Canada
Luminato Festival
10,000 artists from 40 countries, and a million visitors—the scale is impressive as is the art!
Doors Open Toronto
A unique chance to discover the real city that is typically hidden from visitors
Canada Day
This national holiday is a great occasion to see Torontians paint the town red, the city-wide firework party starts after dusk
Halloween
Experience the dread of Toronto's monsters that rise from the ground on Halloween night
Woofstock Festival
150,000 animals compete in contests, partake in fashion shows, indulge in doggy delicacies, and simply have fun
World Poutine Eating Championship
Over three kilos of steaming poutine are eaten in minutes for a prize of $5,000
Santa Claus Parade
As winter approaches Toronto, Santas arrive to the city with the accompaniment of bright floats and marching bands
First Light
After visiting 17th century Ontario, you'll see that such a life could be quite fun even without electricity and light bulbs
Bestival Toronto
This weekend of music promises a great energy and adrenaline
Ice Skating
Enjoy this favourite winter activity at one of Toronto's most famous outdoor ice rinks
Icycle Race
Cycling on rough ground doesn't seem challenging enough any more? Toronto's icycle race may revive your competitive spirit
Victoria Day Fireworks
The sky is brightened with a 14-minute display of dazzling fireworks—all for Her Majesty
Zeppole
This festive Italian pastry is widely consumed in Toronto, but only for a few weeks...
Lower Bay Station
This bricked over, abandoned subway station can still be reached via a secret gateway
Beach Season
Either an ordinary beach or a nude one for a change—the decision is entirely up to you
Evergreen Winter Village
This natural playground offers the most dynamic winter holiday ever with plenty of outdoor games and other fun
Toronto Marathon
Every year 15,000 people from over 50 countries visit Toronto driven by a common passion for running
Snow Rollers
These huge white 'doughnuts' surely raise questions. Like, what is a 'snow roller' and where does it come from?
Public Gardens Abloom
Tulips, roses, cherry blossoms, butterflies, and chirping birds—spring turns a large part of Toronto into paradise
Skiing and Snowboarding
Steep and gentle slopes, snowboard terrain parks, and a tubing field—ski resorts around Toronto have tons to offer
Toronto Jazz Festival
One of the best jazz events to fall in love with
Toronto Waterfront Marathon
One of the most popular races in North America
The Gibraltar Point Lighthouse
Canada's first lighthouse is still haunted by the ghost of its first caretaker
