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 2010.
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.
Saturday October 2nd, 2010
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!
Thursday October 14th - Monday October 18th, 2010
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.
Saturday October 16th, 2010
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.
Sunday October 17th, 2010
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.
Sunday October 31st, 2010
Halloween!
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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.
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imagineNATIVE Film and Media Arts Festival
Take in screenings, exhibits and events at over a dozen locations around the city.
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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.
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Creativ Festival
Beginning as The Creative Sewing and Needlework Festival, Creativ is now a consumer show aimed at all kinds of crafters and creators.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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34th 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.
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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.
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Zoomer Show 2010
Consumer and lifestyle show for for men and women 45+.
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Canzine
Indie zines, comics, small press publishers.
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