Fall is on its way to Toronto! Here are a few of SpotHero’s favorite fall activities in the greater Toronto area.
Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest
Dates: September 26-October 18
Location: Various
Price: Varies depending on the event. Learn more and purchase tickets here.
Details: The largest Bavarian festival in Canada returns for its 57th year with all the trappings! Don your dirndls and lederhosen and enjoy traditional food and drink, dance the polka, and take in live entertainment over this three-week festival. Learn more about the festival here.
Looking to stay closer to home? Toronto has its own Oktoberfest!
Apple picking in Niagara
Dates: Varies, typically apple picking season peaks in September and ends late October.
Locations: Various locations throughout Niagara, click here for a list of suggested spots.
Price: Varies depending on location.
Details: Nothing says fall like a day in an apple orchard. This family-friendly activity is a great way to spend a nice fall day. Many area farms offer additional seasonal activities, like pumpkin patches, cider and baked goods.
Nuit Blanche
Dates: October 4-5, 7 p.m. – 7 a.m.
Locations: Various locations around Toronto
Price: Free!
Details: This all-night art festival is a perennial favorite. Audiences can enjoy over 80 exhibitions contemplating on this year’s theme, “Translating the City.” Learn more about Nuit Blanche here.
Art Toronto
Dates: October 23-26
Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St W.
Price: Tickets start at $15, full details available here.
Details: Canada’s premiere art fair features over 90 exhibitors from across Canada, the U.S., and overseas. Visitors can explore the new Focus Exhibition, a way for artists to present ambitious new work, as well as featured exhibits and innovative special installations. Click here for a full list of Art Toronto exhibitors and programs.
See the Salmon Run
Dates: Early September until Early November, peak season is typically mid-to-late October
Location: Various locations throughout Ontario, click here for suggested viewing spots.
Price: Free!
Details: The annual salmon migration through the Great Lakes is a time like no other. Whether you fish or you just want to spend a day in the great outdoors, don’t miss out! You can find suggestions for ideal viewing spots as well as additional information here.
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
Dates: November 7-16
Location: Exhibition Place, 100 Prince Blvd.
Price: General single-day admission start at $30. Learn more and purchase here.
Details: This annual tradition returns for its 103rd year! Guests can visit the animal theater, explore the agriculture competition, and enjoy #1 indoor equestrian event in North America! Learn more about the fair here.
Cheer on Your Team at Scotiabank Arena
Dates: Scotiabank Arena hosts events year-round!
Location: Scotiabank Arena, 40 Bay St.
Price: Varies depending on the event, pricing and event listings here.
Details: Fall sports and events are here! Head out to Scotiabank Arena for one of their many events. With hockey and numerous performers and other events on offer, there is truly something for everyone. You can see a full list of upcoming events here.
Head out of town
Heading for destinations—known and unknown? We get it! If you’re headed out of town and need airport parking, SpotHero is here to help!
Happy Fall!