{"id":4237,"date":"2025-04-01T17:42:31","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T17:42:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/?p=4237"},"modified":"2025-04-03T17:08:02","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T17:08:02","slug":"what-to-do-in-toronto-in-april","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/what-to-do-in-toronto-in-april\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in Toronto in April"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"b12171e95ca29a06569361a76d0dc3e3\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6144103376590397\" async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>April marks the beginning of Spring in Toronto and as they say, April showers bring May flowers! Don\u2019t let the rain spoil your weekend plans, now is a great time to take advantage of all the great events happening in and around Toronto! Not sure what to do in Toronto this April? We\u2019ve got you covered.<\/p>\n<p>Below, we unveil some of the top events happening this time of year. No matter where your interests lie, we\u2019re sure there\u2019s an event to suit your preferences.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/events\/t-o-food-drink-fest\/10991\">T.O. FOOD &amp; DRINK FEST<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4245 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-04-at-8.35.09-PM-295x300.png\" alt=\"Logo and people holding drinks for T.O Food &amp; Drink Show in Toronto in April 2025\" width=\"295\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-04-at-8.35.09-PM-295x300.png 295w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-04-at-8.35.09-PM-1007x1024.png 1007w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-04-at-8.35.09-PM-768x781.png 768w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-04-at-8.35.09-PM.png 1078w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 295px) 100vw, 295px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re a food lover, you don\u2019t want to miss out on this event. There will be plenty of amazing food stalls on offer, as well as exciting culinary displays by professional chefs. The event promises three days packed with classes, pairings, tastings, and great music.<\/p>\n<p>Dates: April 11, 2025 to April 13, 2025<br \/>\nLocation: Metro Toronto Convention Centre<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiff.net\/tiff-next-wave-2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">TIFF Next Wave Film Festival<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4469 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-3.55.07-PM-500x269.png\" alt=\"Logo and poster for Tiff NExt Wave Film Festival happeing in April in Toronto\" width=\"500\" height=\"269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-3.55.07-PM-500x269.png 500w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-3.55.07-PM-1024x551.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-3.55.07-PM-768x413.png 768w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-3.55.07-PM-1536x827.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-3.55.07-PM.png 1642w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>TIFF Next Wave Film Festival is a must amongst local film enthusiasts. This event is praised for introducing up-and-coming creators to diverse audiences. A perk for attendees under 25: admission is free! See what the future of the Canadian film industry has to offer.<\/p>\n<p>Dates: April 10, 2025 to April 13, 2025<br \/>\nLocation: TIFF Bell Lightbox<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beacheseasterparade.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">BEACHES EASTER PARADE WEEKEND<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4471 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-4.10.26-PM-420x300.png\" alt=\"Beaches Easter Parade poster for April 2024 in Toronto\" width=\"420\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-4.10.26-PM-420x300.png 420w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-4.10.26-PM-1024x731.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-4.10.26-PM-768x548.png 768w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-4.10.26-PM-1536x1096.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-4.10.26-PM-2048x1461.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\">This well loved annual event featuring two main attractions: the Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt on Friday, April 18, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the Easter Parade on Sunday, April 20, 2025, starting at 2 p.m.<\/span> D<span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\">ecipher clues leading to various locations in the Beaches area and enjoy a festive parade <\/span><span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\">showcasing colorful floats, marching bands, and community groups.<\/span> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\">This festive weekend celebrates community spirit and Easter traditions, drawing thousands of spectators annually<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Dates: April 18, 2025 &amp; April 20, 2025<br \/>\nLocation: The Beaches, Queen St E, Toronto<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/events\/toronto-vintage-show\/12927\">Toronto Vintage Show<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4247 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-05-at-3.54.21-PM-446x300.png\" alt=\"Old Vintage radio at Toronto Vintage Show in April\" width=\"446\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-05-at-3.54.21-PM-446x300.png 446w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-05-at-3.54.21-PM-768x517.png 768w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-05-at-3.54.21-PM.png 930w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 446px) 100vw, 446px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Revel in the nostalgia and timeless elegance of the 1920s through the 1980s at Canada\u2019s biggest sale of vintage clothing. This epic two-day shopping event will be showcasing a splendid array of timeless fashion, collectibles, home goods, art and memorabilia with more than 130 vendors from across the GTA. Attendees will be transported to decades past as they shop a veritable treasure trove of thousands of high-quality, one-of-a-kind finds carefully curated by vintage connoisseurs, exclusively for this show.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dates: Apr 5 2025 to Apr 6 2024<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Queen Elizabeth Building, 180 Princes&#8217; Blvd, Toronto<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arcadiaearth.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Arcadia Earth\u2019s Launches New Room in Honour of Earth Month 2025<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4470 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-4.21.00-PM-300x300.png\" alt=\"Arcadia Earth poster to celebrate Earth month in Toronto in April \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-4.21.00-PM-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-4.21.00-PM-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-4.21.00-PM.png 928w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To celebrate Earth Month check out \u200b<span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\">Arcadia Earth&#8217;s new immersive installation titled &#8220;Every Action Has a Reaction \u2013 Earth Month Room.&#8221;<\/span> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\">This exhibit emphasizes how everyday habits, such as online searches, can significantly impact the environment.<\/span> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\">Additional Earth Month initiatives include the &#8220;Pledge for the Planet&#8221; campaign, encouraging visitors to commit to sustainable changes, and &#8220;Earth Fest,&#8221; a family-friendly event from April 18 to 21 featuring eco-conscious vendors, wildlife encounters, and upcycled arts and crafts workshops.<\/span> <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\">A portion of ticket sales will support sustainability efforts<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Dates: April 1, 2025 &#8211; April 30, 2025<br \/>\nLocation: The Well, <span class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\">486 Front St W<\/span>, Toronto<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We hope this article has you feeling inspired as you ponder what to do in Toronto this April. Feel free to explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/events.html\">Summer Fun Guide Event Calendar<\/a> for a full list of events happening not only in Toronto but you can search for other cities near you! For more information on some other must-see attractions in the capital city of Ontario please visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/greater-toronto-area.html\">Online Directory<\/a> and discover all the amazing things to do in the GTA and beyond. Don\u2019t forget to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/coupons\">claim your free coupons<\/a> for some of Ontario\u2019s best attractions!<\/p>\n<p>Natalie<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>April marks the beginning of Spring in Toronto and as they say, April showers bring May flowers! Don\u2019t let the rain spoil your weekend plans, now is a great time to take advantage of all the great events happening in and around Toronto! Not sure what to do in Toronto this April? 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