March is right around the corner and that means Spring is on its way. Sort of. In the meantime, we’ve got lots of exciting and interesting things to do during the month. Here are some eye-catching events you might want to check out:
The Sunshine Eaters
Location: 199 Richmond Street W
Date: January 10, 2018 – April 15, 2018 (every Wednesday, 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm)
If you’re looking to check out an art show for free, this is an original multi-sensory exhibition featuring the work of 13 prominent artists. It highlights how artists and designers look to the land and its plants, flowers, and trees.
Beats and Bents Friday Night Skate Parties
Location: The Bentway (250 Fort York Blvd)
Date: January 26, 2018 – March 2, 2018 (every Friday, 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm)
Beats and Bents Friday Night Skate Parties, featuring the city’s best DJs spinning tunes. Skate the evening away surrounded by bright lights and good jams.
Winter Stations 2018
Location: Toronto Beaches
Date: February 18th, 2018 – April 1st, 2018
If the weather’s not too cold, take a walk through the exhibitions to celebrate Toronto’s winter waterfront landscape. The exhibitions take place along Kew and Balmy Beach.
Maple Syrup Festival
Location: Sugar Shack Beach
Date: March 10th, 2018 – March 11th, 2018
Learn how maple syrup is made and try a variety of types, sip on mulled wine, enjoy live music and watch ice carving right at the waterfront. There are a ton of different Maple Syrup Festivals in and around Toronto to check out as well. Click here to find a location near you.
Celebrate Toronto
Location: Nathan Phillips Square
Date: March 3, 2018 – March 6, 2018 (12:00 pm – 8:00 pm)
Check out the Day Market and shop from local vendors, try diverse cuisines from Toronto based food trucks, and take part in interactive activities for Toronto’s 184th anniversary!March 5th and 6th
Join the late night skate party featuring DJ Caff. Food trucks and vendors will be open until 10:30pm! If you get too tired of skating, relax in Toronto’s Warming Lounge and sip on hot chocolate.
St Patrick Parade
Location: Begins at Bloor St and St. George St, turns south on Yonge St and ends at Nathan Philips Square
Date: March 11
Celebrate the deep-rooted Irish heritage, history, and culture of Toronto, and open for anyone to go. It’s one of the BIGGEST St Patrick Day parades in North America (if not, the biggest).
Trinity Bellwoods Flea Market
Location: The Great Hall (1087 Queen St W)
Date: March 25 (10:00 am – 5:00 pm)
Freshen up your home, wardrobe, beauty routine and shop locally from 50 of Toronto finest vendors, artisans, and small businesses. Find the cutest gift items or treat yourself to something special.
Winter Light Show at Ontario Place
Location: Ontario Place
Date: All Winter
Ontario Place’s recent renovation created a magical winter wonderland featuring skating, a bonfire, movies at the Cinesphere in IMAX®, walking trails and a winter light exhibition where visitors will experience unique light art in many forms.
What are other free events going on in Toronto this March?
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