From film festivals to the first long weekend of the summer season, see what's happening in Toronto in May 2009.
See also:
Spectator Sports Calendar | Green Toronto Calendar |
Performing Arts Calendar
All of May
Contact Toronto Photography Festival
Lectures, workshops and numerous exhibitions take place all over the city. The thematic focus for 2009 is "Still Revolution".
All of May
City of Toronto Festival of Architecture and Design
Films, lectures, readings and walking tours taking place around the city.
Friday May 1 - Sunday May 3
The Clothing Show - Spring 2009
Visit the Better Living Centre at Exhibition Place to shop from selections from independent designers, retailers and artisans.
May 4 - May 6
ALOUD: A Celebration for Young Readers
There will be two author events a day at the Habourfront Centre, grouped by age (May 4th is for Primary students, May 5th is for Junior students and May 6th is for Intermediate students).
Saturday May 9 - Sunday May 10
The Toronto Comic Arts Festival
The weekend festival is a free event at the Toronto Reference Library, but there are actually a variety of related events around the city beginning as early as May 2nd. Check the website for the up-to-date list of festival guests and other events.
Sunday May 10
Mother's Day
A chance to say thanks for all moms do.
Monday May 11
gTO2 Green Tie Fund Raising Event
Join the Toronto Parks and Trees Foundation at Casa Loma for a cocktail reception featuring Sarah Harmer as performer and speaker.
May 14 - May 24
Inside Out Gay and Lesbian Film and Video Festival
Features and shorts by and about LGBT people.
Saturday May 16 - Monday May 18
Victoria Day Long Weekend
The unofficial start of summer brings camping, gardening, fireworks and more.
Wednesday May 20
North York Temple Band International Spectacular
Pennsylvania's Messiah College Wind Band will be joining the Salvation Army North York Temple Band and the North York Temple Children's Chorus for a show at the The Salvation Army North York Temple. The show starts at 7:30pm and admission is free (a freewill offering will be taken).
Friday May 22 - Sunday May 24
Anime North
A fan-run anime convention at the Toronto Congress Center.
Saturday May 23 - Sunday May 24
Doors Open Toronto
Over 140 buildings around the city will offer free admission so you can explore architecture and behind-the-scenes action in Toronto.
Saturday May 23 - Sunday May 24
The Distillery Spring Arts Show
Visit the Distillery District to see what the Artisans of the Distillery have to offer.
Thursday May 28
Powerball 11: It's One Louder
The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery at Harbourfront Centre holds their annual fundraiser complete with everything from drinks, dining and dancing to smashed cars, "audio rock sculpture" and roller derby girls.
Saturday May 30
Mayday 2009 at the Gatehouse
Head to Col. Samuel Smith Park (Kipling and Lakeshore) from 9am-5pm for family fun and to help raise funds for The Gatehouse so they can continue to support abused children and adults whose lives were affected by childhood abuse.
Sunday May 31
Great Strides: Taking Steps to Cure Cystic Fibrosis
This fundraising walk to support the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation takes place at the Toronto Zoo.
