From film festivals to the first long weekend of the summer season, see what's happening in Toronto in May 2010.
All of May
Contact Toronto Photography Festival
Lectures, workshops and numerous exhibitions take place all over the city. The thematic focus for 2010 is "Pervasive Influence".
All of May (2010 details TBA)
City of Toronto Festival of Architecture and Design
Films, lectures, readings and walking tours taking place around the city.
Thursday April 29th - Sunday May 9th, 2010
HotDocs Canadian International Documentary Festival
A large festival screening documentaries and hosting various industry events.
Saturday May 1st - Sunday May 2nd, 2010
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 8th - Sunday May 9th, 2010
The Toronto Comic Arts Festival
The weekend festival is a free event at the Toronto Reference Library, but there are often a variety of related events around the city. Check the website for the up-to-date list of festival guests and other events.
Sunday May 9th, 2010
Mother's Day
A chance to say thanks for all moms do.
Friday May 14th - Sunday May 16th, 2010
The Clothing Show - Spring 2010
Visit the Better Living Centre at Exhibition Place to shop from selections from independent designers, retailers and artisans.
Thursday May 20th - Sunday May 30th, 2010
Inside Out Gay and Lesbian Film and Video Festival
Features and shorts by and about LGBT people.
Saturday May 22nd - Monday May 24th, 2010
Victoria Day Long Weekend
The unofficial start of summer brings camping, gardening, fireworks and more.
Saturday May 22nd - Monday May 24th, 2010
The Distillery Spring Arts Show
Visit the Distillery District to see what the Artisans of the Distillery have to offer.
Friday May 28th - Sunday May 30th, 2010
Anime North
A fan-run anime convention at the Toronto Congress Center.
Saturday May 29th - Sunday May 30th, 2010
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.
2010 details TBA
ALOUD: A Celebration for Young Readers
Author events for students at Habourfront Centre.
2010 details TBA
Mayday at the Gatehouse
Head to Col. Samuel Smith Park (Kipling and Lakeshore) 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.
2010 details TBA
Great Strides: Taking Steps to Cure Cystic Fibrosis
This fundraising walk to support the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation takes place at the Toronto Zoo.
Weekend Event Highlights
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