From film festivals to the first long weekend of the summer season, see what's happening in Toronto in May 2012.
All of May
Contact Toronto Photography Festival
Lectures, workshops and numerous exhibitions take place all over the city. The thematic focus for 2012 is the concept of "Public".
Thursday April 26th - Sunday May 6th, 2012
HotDocs Canadian International Documentary Festival
A large festival screening documentaries and hosting various industry events.
Thursday May 3rd - Sunday May 13th, 2012
Toronto Jewish Film Festival
Films from local and international Jewish filmmakers.
Friday May 4th - Saturday May 5th, 2012
The Tequila and More Spirits and Cocktails Show
Head to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre for mixology demonstrations, Mescal blind tasting, flair competitions, cigar rolling demonstrations, moustache and sombrero photo shoots, Tequila tutored tastings and live music.
Saturday May 5th - Sunday May 6th, 2012
Jane's Walk
Guided tours and other events "encourage walkable neighbourhoods, urban literacy and cities
planned for people" in memory of Jane Jacobs.
Saturday May 5th - Sunday May 6th, 2012
The Toronto Comic Arts Festival
The weekend festival is a free event at the Toronto Reference Library, but there are a variety of related events around the city. Check the website for the up-to-date list of festival guests and other events.
Saturday May 5th - Sunday May 13th, 2012
Mayworks - Festival of Working People and the Arts
This annual arts festival celebrates working class culture through spoken word, dance, storytelling, visual arts, theatre, music and more.
Sunday May 13th, 2012
Mother's Day
A chance to say thanks for all moms do.
Tuesday May 15th and Wednesday May 16th, 2012
ALOUD and the Forest of Reading Festival at Harbourfront
Young adult and children's books are celebrated in award ceremonies and author readings at Harbourfront Centre.
Thursday May 17th - Sunday May 27th, 2012
Inside Out Gay and Lesbian Film and Video Festival
Features and shorts by and about LGBT people.
Saturday May 19th - Monday May 21st, 2012
HarbourKIDS: Circus
Harbourfront Centre and Zero Gravity Circus offers a free weekend of circus-themed programming for kids aged 5 to 12 and their families. Featuring the Toronto International Circus Festival.
Saturday May 19th - Monday May 21st, 2012
Victoria Day Long Weekend
The unofficial start of summer brings camping, gardening, fireworks and more.
Saturday May 19th - Monday May 21st, 2012
The Distillery Spring Arts Show
Visit the Distillery District to see what the Artisans of the Distillery have to offer.
Friday May 25th - Sunday May 27th, 2012
Anime North
A fan-run anime convention at the Toronto Congress Center.
Saturday May 26th - Sunday May 27th, 2012
Doors Open Toronto
Over 100 buildings around the city offer free admission so you can explore architecture and behind-the-scenes action in Toronto.
Sunday May 27th, 2012
Great Strides: Taking Steps to Cure Cystic Fibrosis
The Toronto event for this annual, national fundraising walk to support Cystic Fibrosis Canada takes place at the Toronto Zoo.
Weekend Event Highlights
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