After a chilly week, this weekend in Toronto will turn right around and feel like summer by Sunday! From catching the last of the cherry blossoms in Toronto to supporting the Leafs at Game 4, we’ve rounded-up of some of the best events and activities happening this weekend.
Here are 7 things to do in Toronto this weekend: April 26 – 28, 2024.
1. Cherry blossom viewing
While many of the city’s cherry blossom trees have reached their peak bloom this past week, there are still many flowering at Toronto parks so stop by before they’re gone! According to local expert Steven Joniak of blog High Park Sakura Watch, full bloom began on April 20, with trees showing up to 75% of open blossoms in High Park. The amount of time they will last largely depends on the weather ahead and how visitors treat the blooming trees.
When: Full bloom began April 20
Where: Various parks around the city
2. Leafs vs. Bruins Game 4 Playoff Tailgate
Support the Toronto Maple Leafs at a tailgate party as they square off against the Boston Bruins for Game 4. Join other Leafs fans at Maple Leaf Square outside Scotiabank Arena and watch the game on the big screen. There will also be on-stage programming, special guest appearances, giveaways, food and drinks, a live DJ, merch pop-ups, and more. Entry is free, but you’ll require a mobile pass which you can reserve online.
When: Saturday, April 27, 2024
8 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Where: Maple Leaf Square
15 York St, Toronto
3. Hot Docs Festival
The 31st annual edition of Hot Docs returns to Toronto from April 25 to May 5, 2024, featuring a large selection of documentary films audiences can watch both in cinemas and online. For documentary practitioners and industry delegates, there will also be a number of knowledge sessions, talks, networking opportunities, and market programs like the Hot Docs Forum, Hot Docs Deal Maker and The Doc Shop. You can browse the films and grab tickets here on their website.
Where: Various cinemas
4. Jurassic World: The Exhibition
Jurassic World: The Exhibition is only in town for another week, so now is one of your last chances to check out the experience before it leaves. Board the ferry to Isla Nublar and meet baby dinos, a life-size Brachiosaurus, or ferocious Velociraptors.
When: Thursdays – Sundays until May 5, 2024
Where: Square One Shopping Centre
199 Rathburn Road West, Mississauga
5. Immigrants with Attitude
Check out one of the city’s best comedy clubs and laugh the night away at the Immigrants with Attitude show, featuring comics from all over the world. From dealing with racism to navigating life in Canada as an immigrant, these comics will provide an evening of hilarious entertainment. Tickets are available online starting at $15.
When: April 26, 2024
Where: SoCap Comedy (The Social Capital)
154 Danforth Avenue #2nd floor Toronto
6. Stayin’ Alive Disco Brunch & Day Party
If you’ve never combined disco and brunch, what are you waiting for?! Visit Harriet’s Rooftop inside the 1Hotel this Saturday April 27 for their Stayin’ Alive Disco Brunch & Day Party for an afternoon of delicious food, live performances, and non-stop funky disco tunes. Brunch runs from 1 – 3 p.m., but the party continues until 8 p.m.
When: Saturday April 27, 2024
Where: Harriet’s Rooftop
550 Wellington St W Suite C, Toronto
7. Designer Shoe Warehouse Sale
Shoe lovers, this is one sale you don’t want to miss out on! The Designer Shoe Warehouse Sale is back all weekend at The International Centre in Mississauga, where you can shop 30,000 pairs of designer shoes in sizes 5 – 11. Grab your kicks for spring and summer with brands like Sam Edelman, Vince Camuto, Jeffrey Campbell, and more!
When: Thursday April 25 to Friday, April 26 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday April 27 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday April 28 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: The International Centre
6900 Airport Road, Mississauga