30+ Fun Things To Do in Toronto This Thanksgiving Weekend 2025 • Over Here Toronto

Long weekends always feel like a little bonus, don’t they? Thanksgiving weekend, though, comes with its own unique mix—you’ve got big family dinners, way too much pie, and that classic struggle of figuring out how to spend the extra day off without just crashing on the couch. And instead of stressing over plans, you can use this guide to fun things to do in Toronto on Thanksgiving weekend 2025 as your go-to for events, activities, and fun happenings across the city. Additionally, I’ve included a few options outside of Toronto that are worth the trip.

A quick tip: Event details can change. We recommend checking official websites for the latest updates, hours, and to confirm any admission costs before you head out.

Awesome Things To Do in Toronto for Thanksgiving Weekend

Free Events & Activities

Tastes of South East Asia

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Kick off your long weekend under glowing lanterns while snacking on Southeast Asian street food. It’s like a festive warm-up before all the turkey.

When: October 10-11, 2025
Where: Mississauga Celebration Square (300 City Centre Dr, Mississauga)
Tickets: Free admission
Website: https://www.tastesofsea.com
Best for: Culture lovers.

North York Diwali Fest

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Diwali lights up North York with music, food, and performances. It’s free, lively, and might be the brightest weekend plan you’ll make.

When: October 10-12, 2025
Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, North York)
Tickets: Free admission
Website: https://www.northyorkdiwali.com
Best for: Families.

Wines of Ontario Pop-Up

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Stackt’s wine pop-up pours Ontario’s best by the glass. It’s the kind of stop that turns “one drink” into a few (don’t fight it).

When: Until October 31, 2025
Where: STACKT Market (28 Bathurst St. Toronto)
Tickets: Free admission
Website: https://stacktmarket.com
Best for: Wine lovers.

The Distillery District

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A “quick stroll” here usually turns into three hours of browsing shops, sipping drinks, and pretending you’re in Europe. It’s cobblestone therapy.

Where: 55 Mill Street, Toronto
Tickets: Free admission, but some attractions, guided tours, and events may have separate admission costs.
Website: https://www.thedistillerydistrict.com
Best for: Weekend wanderers.

Trillium Park

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Coffee, a blanket, and a lakeside view—sometimes simple is unbeatable. Trillium is where staycation energy meets city living.

Where: Ontario Place (955 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto)
Tickets: Free admission
Website: https://ontarioplace.co

Riverdale Farm

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Want goats instead of crowds? Riverdale Farm keeps it low-key with animals, greenery, and a zero admission fee. No stress, just fresh air.

Where: 201 Winchester St, Toronto
Tickets: Free admission
Website: https://riverdalefarmtoronto.ca
Best for: Families.

Ticketed Events & Festivals

Toronto Turkey Trot

How about burning off some calories before the big turkey feast? This trot isn’t just for runners—walkers, strollers, and even turkey-costume enthusiasts fit right in.

When: October 13, 2025
Where: Cherry Beach, Toronto, Waterfront Trail
Tickets: Register here.
Website: https://torontoturkeytrot.netlify.app
Best for: Active families.

Thanksgiving Brunch at TOCA – The Ritz-Carlton

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Seafood bar, carving stations, and a dessert cave—it’s brunch taken to another level. Start Thanksgiving Sunday by spoiling yourself a little.

When: October 12, 2025
Where: 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto
Reservations: Book here.
Website: https://www.tocarestaurant.com
Best for: Brunch lovers.

Thanksgiving Festive Buffet at Old Mill Toronto

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Historic setting, turkey with all the fixings, and desserts that guarantee a food coma. Old Mill makes the holiday feel like a tradition, even if it’s your first time there.

When: October 11-13, 2025
Where: 21 Old Mill Rd, Toronto
Reservations: Book here.
Website: https://www.oldmilltoronto.com
Best for: Families.

Adam Sandler – You’re My Best Friend Tour

If turkey and laughs sound like the perfect combo, be sure to attend Adam Sandler’s show. Comedy meets holiday weekend, just don’t laugh too hard after dessert.

When: October 12, 2025
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.livenation.com
Best for: Comedy fans.

Thanksgiving Dinner by Harmony Club

Gratitude, food, and a dance floor? Harmony Club mixes dinner with DJs spinning everything from ballroom to line dancing.

When: October 10, 2025
Where: 231 Milner Avenue, Toronto
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.harmonyclub.ca
Best for: Social diners.

Thanksgiving Long Weekend – Toronto Club Crawl

Because not everyone celebrates with turkey, some celebrate with tequila. The King West crawl takes care of your Saturday night plans.

When: October 11, 2025
Where: First stop at Petty Cash (487 Adelaide St W, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.kingstreetclubcrawl.ca
Best for: Partygoers.

Toronto Boat Party – Thanksgiving Long Weekend Cruise

You can swap stuffing for strobe lights. This boat cruise comes with DJs, glow sticks, and the Toronto skyline as your backdrop.

When: October 11, 2025
Where: The Empress of Canada (11 Polson Street, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Best for: Nightlife fans.

Thanksgiving Dinner at TOCA – The Ritz-Carlton

Brunch not enough? TOCA doubles down with a Thanksgiving dinner buffet featuring the same lavish spread. Seafood, carving stations, and desserts are still included.

When: October 12, 2025
Where: 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto
Reservations: Book here.
Website: https://www.tocarestaurant.com
Best for: Foodies and families.

Halloween Haunt at Canada’s Wonderland

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Wonderland by day is fun—by night, it’s downright terrifying. Haunted mazes, foggy scare zones, and roller coasters in the dark? Yep, good luck sleeping after.

When: Until November 1, 2025
Where: 9580 Jane St, Vaughan
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.canadaswonderland.com
Best for: Thrill seekers.

Halloween Nights of Lights

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Over a million glowing lights set to Halloween music? That’s a spooky season done with style. Toss in carnival rides and photo ops, and it’s basically Instagram gold.

When: Until November 1, 2025
Where: CF Sherway Gardens(25 The West Mall, Etobicoke)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://nightsoflights.ca
Best for: Families and date nights.

Camp Spooky

Too young for the Haunt? Camp Spooky has costumes, candy, and kid-sized scares that are more cute than creepy.

When: Until November 2, 2025
Where: Canada’s Wonderland (9580 Jane St, Vaughan)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.canadaswonderland.com
Best for: Kids.

Pumpkinville

Twenty-five thousand pumpkins in one place sounds like overkill—until you see it. With pumpkin sculptures and a candy forest, it’s pure fall magic.

When: Until November 1, 2025
Where: CF Sherway Gardens(25 The West Mall, Etobicoke)
Admission: Free with Halloween Nights of Lights admission
Website: https://www.pumpkinville.ca
Best for: Families.

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition

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If family debates over turkey aren’t dramatic enough, relive the Titanic’s story through real artifacts. It’s moving, fascinating, and can be better than watching Titanic for the 100th time.

Where: YZD (30 Hanover Road, North York)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://expo-titanic.com
Best for: History lovers.

Museums & Attractions to Check Out

Aga Khan Museum

Need a peaceful break after a loud family dinner? The Aga Khan Museum has art, culture, and a café worth loosening your belt for.

Where: 77 Wynford Dr, North York
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://agakhanmuseum.org
Best for: Art lovers.

Royal Ontario Museum

Dinosaurs, mummies, and endless galleries—ROM is proof that learning can actually be fun. Plus, it’s indoors, so you stay comfy while exploring.

Where: 100 Queens Park, Toronto
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.rom.on.ca
Best for: Museum goers.

Bata Shoe Museum

Thanksgiving is often about comfort food… and maybe comfortable shoes. This museum takes you from ancient sandals to celebrity kicks (it’s more fun than it sounds).

Where: 327 Bloor St W, Toronto
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://batashoemuseum.ca
Best for: Fashion fans.

Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)

Too chilly for a post-turkey walk? The AGO has 95,000+ works to wander through indoors. And you won’t be judged for moving at “food coma speed.”

Where: 317 Dundas St W, Toronto
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://ago.ca
Best for: Art explorers.

Hockey Hall of Fame

Nothing says Canadian Thanksgiving like hockey and turkey. Spend the day with the Stanley Cup, legendary gear, and enough goalie masks to fuel dinner table debates.

Where: 30 Yonge St, Toronto
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.hhof.com
Best for: Hockey fans.

Museum of Illusions

Feeling stuffed? Trick your brain instead of your stomach. Upside-down rooms and spinning tunnels will distract you from that extra slice of pie.

Where: 132 Front St E, Toronto
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://museumofillusions.ca
Best for: Families.

Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada

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Swap turkey leftovers for sea turtles and jellyfish. The underwater tunnel makes you feel like you’re floating, without the post-dinner nap.

Where: 288 Bremner Blvd, Toronto
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.ripleys.com
Best for: Families.

CN Tower

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Yes, it’s touristy, but nothing beats the view after a big meal. Ride up, look down, and maybe save the EdgeWalk for when you’re less full.

Where: 290 Bremner Blvd, Toronto
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.cntower.ca
Best for: First-timers.

Toronto Zoo

Walk off that stuffing with thousands of animals cheering you on (well, maybe not cheering, but you get it). It’s fun, active, and totally kid-approved.

Where: 2000 Meadowvale Rd, Toronto
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.torontozoo.com
Best for: Families.

Casa Loma

Why not add a castle to your Thanksgiving weekend plans? Casa Loma’s Gothic halls feel grander than any dinner table centerpiece.

Where: 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://casaloma.ca
Best for: History buffs.

You’ve seen a few delicious spots for Thanksgiving dinner, but for the full lineup of dine-in and takeout options, check out our comprehensive guide to the 15+ Best Thanksgiving Dinners in Toronto 2025.

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