Film festivals, marathons and Halloween fun fill October. This is also the month of Nuit Blanche and Harbourfront's International Festival of Authors, so there's plenty to choose from in Toronto in October 2009.
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All month long
Halloween-themed Events
Halloween begins early in Toronto with a variety of events taking place throughout the month. For example, check out some of the many Halloween events for kids and families taking place this October.
Thursday October 1 - Sunday October 4
Toronto Fall Home Show
See demonstrations, shop for products and get ideas for improving your living space at the Better Living Centre on the CNE Grounds.
Saturday October 3
Scotiabank Nuit Blanche
This free overnight festival of contemporary art fills the streets with interactive performances. Take an afternoon nap and get ready to spend the night exploring!
Wednesday October 14 - Sunday October 18
imagineNATIVE Film and Media Arts Festival
Take in screenings, exhibits and events at over a dozen locations around the city.
Thursday October 15 - Sunday October 18
2009 Toronto Ski, Snowboard and Travel Show
Head to the Better Living Centre, Exhibition Place for exhibits, sales and entertainment, and don't forget the off-site parties.
Friday October 16 - Sunday October 18
Creativ Festival
Beginning as The Creative Sewing and Needlework Festival, Creativ is now a consumer show aimed at all kinds of crafters and creators.
Saturday October 17
Oasis ZooRun at the Toronto Zoo
Serious runners and families alike are invited to participate in this fundraiser for the Toronto Zoo Foundation. Choose from the 10k Run, the 5k Fun Run/Walk, or the Cub Run for kids.
Saturday October 17
Flight Centre's Travel Expo
At the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from 10am - 5pm.
Sunday October 18
The GoodLife Fitness Toronto Marathon
Both the full and half marathon begin at Mel Lastman Square and end at Queen's Park, while the 5k route centers around the Queen's Park Crescent and the stretch of University reaching down to Wellington. Entertainment will take place along the route and inside Queen's Park.
Monday October 19
Enterprise Toronto Small Business Forum 2009
Speakers, exhibitors and more are on hand at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre so you can learn how to make your small business a success.
Tuesday October 20 - Thursday October 22
World MoneyShow Toronto 2009
Speakers, workshops and exhibitors at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
Wednesday October 21 - Sunday October 25
Planet in Focus Film Festival
Toronto's environmental-themed film festival returns for its 9th successful season. See films and videos of all styles that explore today's ecological issues and celebrate the natural world.
Wednesday October 21 - Saturday October 31
Toronto International Festival of Authors
Authors from around the world will gather at Harbourfront Centre for readings, discussions and book signings. Part of the International Readings at Harbourfront series, it is the keystone event of this year-round program.
Thursday October 22 - Monday October 26
Toronto International Art Fair
A serious fair for serious collectors, the TIAF has a growing reputation not only as a show and sale but as an event exploring the present and future of the art world. Admission fees apply, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
Friday October 23 - Sunday October 25, 2009
The National Women's Show
Head to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre to check out vendors, exhibits and presentations centered around home decorating, fashion, beauty, fitness, careers and more. Are you a fan of The Young and the Restless? Actor Daniel "Cane" Goddard will be in attendance along with other special guests.
Saturday October 24
Toronto Zombie Walk
The Zombie Walk is your chance to warm-up for Halloween by dressing like the undead and walking the sidewalks of Toronto in a brain-hungry horde!
Saturday October 24 - Sunday November 1, 2009
33rd Annual Jewish Book Fair
The Koffler Centre of the Arts presents readings, screenings, kids programming and more in its new location at the Lipa Green Centre for Jewish Community Services.
Saturday October 24 - Thursday October 29, 2009
10th World Wushu Championships
Daily martial arts competitions at Ricoh Coliseum, Exhibition Place.
Friday October 30 - Sunday November 1, 2009
The BabyTime Show
Parents of babies and toddler or prenatal parents can check out products and services, listen to speakers, and even take their little ones to enjoy kid-friendly entertainment and activities at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
Saturday October 31
Halloween!
Saturday October 31 - Sunday November 1, 2009
Zoomer Show 2009
Consumer and lifestyle show for for men and women 45+.
The Toronto After Dark Film Festival moved to August and this year Canzine actually takes place November 1st.
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