As we move further into autumn, Toronto is winding down from Nuit Blanche and revving up for even more art, burlesque and Halloween festivities. Delight in debuts at the AGO, grab a bouquet or two for a friend, and get your Halloween costume together this week in the city!
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Nuit Blanche Extended Projects
If you had plans on October 5th and missed the all-night art festival, a selection of Nuit Blanche art projects remain on display along the downtown waterfront and at Humber Polytechnic Lakeshore Campus until Sunday, October 13. Have a seat at Closer Together, watch dim-sum making as performance art, or lend an ear to 1-800-INF-ERNO. Dates and hours vary by project. More Info
When: October 5-13
Where: Various Locations
Courtesy of Stackt Market
Art Month at Stackt Market
Missed Nuit Blanche at Stackt Market? No worries, Art Month is taking over North America’s largest shipping container market! This is your chance to catch all of the exhibits from the all-night festival, as well as other creative offerings like live painting sessions, and interactive workshops. Art Month is a perfect opportunity to support local artists and discover new talents. More Info
When: October 5-20
Where: Stackt Market
Photo: At Maculangan/Pioneer Studios
Pacita Abad at the AGO
The late Philippine-born artist Pacita Abad makes her Canadian debut at the AGO this fall. Showcasing over 100 artworks from a variety of mediums, Abad’s work is defined by her engagement in social justice. Best known for her large-scale hanging trapuntos, a form of quilted painting made of stitched and stuffed canvas, this exhibit is a must-see! More Info
When: October 9-January 19, 2025
Where: Art Gallery of Ontario
Photo by Matt Barnes
Solid Gold: An Evening with Tynomi Banks
Canadian drag race icon Tynomi Banks is serving up 24 karat solid gold this week at Crow’s Theatre. With stories from her time on Canada’s Drag Race, dishing on celebrity encounters and performances honouring Black divas, Tynomi is giving us a glimpse inside her life and career as a drag superstar. More Info
When: October 10-12
Where: Crow’s Theatre
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Les Femmes Fatales Presents… Pretty Poison
Canada’s premiere Burlesque Troupe for Women of Colour are killer! In this new series, Les Femmes Fatales are exploring the darker themes of glamour and sexuality, centering around the Femme Fatale archetype in the film noir genre. Hosted and curated by Dainty Smith, it’s guaranteed to be a night of hard glamour, harder hearts, and serious sexuality. More Info
When: October 11
Where: Buddies In Bad Times Theatre
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The Toronto Halloween Show
Spooky season is in full swing at the Toronto Halloween Show. Hailed as one of Ontario’s largest consumer shows for “All Things Halloween,” check out spooky decorations, fun treats and chat with celebrated fantasy and horror authors. Try your hand at a palm, tarot or crystal reading, commune with a psychic medium and more! More Info
When: October 11-13
Where: The Warehouse Venue at Downsview Park
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Toronto Flower Market
Daisies! Zinnias! Tulips, oh my! Bring a pop of colour home with you at the last Toronto Flower Market of the 2024 season. With over 60 flower vendors, visitors will have tons of floral options to choose from, as well as vendors selling ceramics for displaying your haul at home. More Info
When: October 12
Where: TD Commons @ CAMH
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Halloween OCAD Artist Alley
OCAD Artist Alley will be returning this fall for their first ever Halloween market. Peruse the wares of OCAD alumni and current students for sale, including art prints, keyrings, t-shirts and more! Don a costume and head down to OCAD for raffles and Halloween themed events and prizes. This free event will bring the magic to your Halloween season! More Info
When: October 12
Where: OCAD
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