18 Things To Do in Toronto Today (April 17, 2026)
It's another rainy Friday in Toronto but that doesn't mean you've gotta stay home!
And there's options beyond the usual dinner-and-drinks routine. Whether you're looking to try something completely new or just want to be around good people, today's lineup has range.
From that chocolate painting workshop in Liberty Village (yes, you paint with actual chocolate), or even just a cozy living room co-working situation happening in the west end - there's something for everyone to do in Toronto today.
Say Hey House, 2848 Dundas Street West
Fri Apr 17 · 5:30 PM
Free - $17
This west end gem knows how to bring people together over a proper meal. You'll sit family-style with fellow food lovers, sharing comfort classics and good conversation. It's the kind of warm community gathering that makes you remember why eating together matters.
The menu changes but the spirit stays the same - welcoming, delicious, and genuinely social. Perfect way to transition from work week to weekend mode.
👉 Great for: anyone new to the city, people who eat solo too often, groups looking for something more meaningful than another restaurant reservation, Friday night plans that don't involve bars
West End Toronto
Fri Apr 17 · 12:00 PM
Free
Escape the coffee shop hustle and work alongside other creatives and entrepreneurs in an actual living room setting. It's productivity meets community in the most comfortable way possible - think couches, good lighting, and people who understand the freelance struggle.
This setup attracts a mix of writers, designers, and small business owners who want to get things done while being around other motivated humans. Sometimes the best networking happens naturally over laptop breaks.
👉 Great for: remote workers tired of working alone, freelancers seeking motivation, anyone building something and wanting to be around other builders, people who find coffee shops too noisy or impersonal
QUEST XO Chocolate Lab, 25 Liberty Street
Fri Apr 17 · 6:00 PM
$48 - $51
Finally, an art class where eating your masterpiece is encouraged. You'll paint on canvas using actual chocolate while sipping something tasty in Liberty Village's coolest chocolate lab. The whole setup feels like a creative playground designed for adults.
No artistic experience needed - the focus is on having fun and exploring what's possible when your paint happens to be delicious. You'll leave with a unique piece of art and probably chocolate under your fingernails.
👉 Great for: date nights that aren't dinner and a movie, anyone who loves hands-on experiences, people who want to try art without the pressure, chocolate lovers who think they've seen everything
Worth Gallery, 830 Dundas Street West
Fri Apr 17 · 6:00 PM
$40
This facilitated creative space uses art-making as a bridge to real conversations and genuine connections. It's not about creating perfect pieces - it's about using creativity to break down the usual social barriers and connect with people on a deeper level.
The structured approach means you're not just hoping to meet someone interesting. The activities are designed to spark authentic interactions while you work with your hands and engage your creative side.
👉 Great for: people looking to make meaningful friendships, anyone feeling socially isolated, creatives who want to meet like-minded people, those tired of small talk and surface-level interactions
Stan Toronto, 100 Queens Quay E
Fri Apr 17 · 6:00 PM
$10
Connect with the founders, VCs, and innovators who are actually building Toronto's tech scene. This isn't a networking event full of business cards and elevator pitches - it's where real conversations happen between people working on interesting problems.
The crowd includes early-stage founders, seasoned entrepreneurs, and investors who are genuinely interested in supporting the local ecosystem. Come with curiosity and leave with contacts who might actually change your trajectory.
👉 Great for: anyone building a startup, tech workers considering the founder path, investors looking for deal flow, entrepreneurs who want to connect with the local scene
Fairfield Seniors Centre, 80 Lothian Avenue
Fri Apr 17 · 6:00 PM
$23 - $44
Roll up your sleeves and learn to make healthy Indian dishes from scratch, then sit down together to enjoy everything you've created. It's hands-on cooking class meets dinner party, with techniques you'll actually use at home.
The focus is on healthy preparation methods and authentic flavors using accessible ingredients. You'll work alongside other food enthusiasts and leave with new skills, recipes, and probably some new friends who share your love of good food.
👉 Great for: home cooks wanting to expand their skills, anyone curious about Indian cuisine, people who learn better by doing than watching, social eaters who love cooking together
71 Grange Ave #304
Fri Apr 17 · 6:30 PM
$37 - $87
Join a circle of like-minded people for vulnerability, reflection, and connection during tonight's new moon in Aries. It's community healing with an astrological framework, designed for people who want to go deeper than surface-level social interactions.
The facilitated format creates space for authentic sharing and collective intention-setting. You'll leave feeling more connected to yourself and others, with the energy boost that comes from being truly seen and heard.
👉 Great for: people interested in personal growth, anyone feeling disconnected from community, those curious about astrology and lunar cycles, people seeking deeper conversations and authentic connection
AM Coffee Studio, 2233 Dundas Street West
Fri Apr 17 · 7:00 PM
$13 - $28
This isn't your typical serious pilates class - it's sport-style movement mixed with feel-good exercise and actual social time afterward. The focus is on moving your body in ways that feel good while meeting people who share your interest in staying active.
The format combines structured exercise with unstructured hangout time, perfect for people who want to recharge their body and social battery at the same time. The coffee studio setting keeps things casual and welcoming.
👉 Great for: anyone looking for social fitness options, people new to pilates, those who find traditional gym environments intimidating, anyone wanting to meet active people in a relaxed setting
Mischief Makers, 247 Coxwell Avenue
Fri Apr 17 · 7:00 PM
$26
Learn to weave surprisingly beautiful jewelry using upcycled pop tabs in this hands-on craft workshop. What sounds simple turns into genuinely stylish pieces you'll actually want to wear, plus you get major sustainability points.
The techniques are accessible for beginners but sophisticated enough that you'll leave with skills worth bragging about. Plus there's something satisfying about turning trash into treasure with your own hands.
👉 Great for: craft lovers looking for new techniques, anyone interested in sustainable fashion, people who enjoy working with their hands, those wanting unique accessories with a good story
Toronto, Ontario
Fri Apr 17 · 7:00 PM
Free
Bring a dish, make new friends, and enjoy a proper old-school potluck dinner party. It's the kind of genuine community gathering that feels rare these days - just people sharing food and conversation without any agenda beyond connection.
The organic format means you never know who you'll end up talking with or what stories will emerge over shared meals. Sometimes the simplest concepts create the most memorable evenings.
👉 Great for: anyone new to Toronto, people missing family-style dinners, those who love cooking for others, anyone seeking authentic community connections
Left Field Brewery (Liberty Village), 40 Hanna Avenue
Fri Apr 17 · 7:00 PM
Free - $14
The perfect Friday night combination: board games and Left Field's excellent craft beer in Liberty Village. The community here welcomes everyone from strategy game masters to people who just want to roll some dice and laugh with strangers.
The game selection covers everything from quick party games to deeper strategy options, and the brewery setting keeps things relaxed. You'll find yourself staying longer than planned because the conversations are as engaging as the games.
👉 Great for: anyone looking for screen-free social time, board game enthusiasts, people wanting to try craft beer, groups looking for interactive entertainment
The Originals Dining Lounge, 160 Springhurst Avenue
Fri Apr 17 · 7:00 PM
$47
The classic paint and sip experience where you create art, enjoy drinks, and laugh with strangers who quickly become friends. No artistic experience required - just bring your willingness to try something new and embrace the inevitable happy accidents.
The guided format takes the pressure off while still leaving room for personal creativity. Most people surprise themselves with what they can create when the focus is on fun rather than perfection.
👉 Great for: date nights with a creative twist, anyone wanting to try painting without commitment, people who enjoy social activities with drinks, groups celebrating something special
52 St Lawrence St
Fri Apr 17 · 7:00 PM
$50 - $62
Experience deep relaxation suspended in comfortable hammocks while healing sounds wash over you. It's meditation meets floating in the most peaceful way possible, designed to help you release the week's accumulated stress.
The combination of gentle suspension and carefully chosen sounds creates a uniquely restorative experience. Most people leave feeling like they've had a full reset - mentally, physically, and emotionally.
👉 Great for: anyone carrying stress from the week, people curious about sound healing, those who struggle with traditional meditation, anyone wanting deep relaxation in a unique setting
Casa Maíz, 1280 Finch Avenue West
Fri Apr 17 · 7:30 PM
$32 - $65
Deep breathwork session accompanied by live music to help you process the week's stress and reset for the weekend. The combination of intentional breathing and live soundscapes creates surprisingly powerful shifts in how you feel.
This practice goes beyond basic relaxation - it's about using breath to access different states of awareness and release what's no longer serving you. The live music element adds an unexpected layer of beauty to the experience.
👉 Great for: people interested in alternative wellness practices, anyone feeling stuck or stressed, those curious about breathwork, people who respond well to music-based healing
Tallboys, 838 Bloor Street West
Fri Apr 17 · 7:00 PM
$15
Comedy favorite Sam Sferrazza presents his second comedy album in this special release show. If you've seen his viral clips, you know you're in for smart, observational humor that feels both personal and universally relatable.
Tallboys provides the perfect intimate setting for comedy that relies on storytelling and connection with the audience. This is your chance to see a rising star in a smaller venue before he outgrows spaces like this.
👉 Great for: comedy fans who appreciate intelligent humor, anyone who follows Toronto's comedy scene, people wanting live entertainment that doesn't require a big time commitment, date nights with guaranteed laughs
The Grand Order of Divine Sweets, 1162 Queen Street West
Fri Apr 17 · 7:30 PM
$18 - $26
Dive into Blood On the Clocktower, the ultimate social deduction game where you play detective in a medieval village plagued by mystery. The beginner-friendly format means newcomers can jump in, while the Queen West location adds sweetness to the intrigue.
This game creates incredible moments of suspense, laughter, and clever deduction. The combination of role-playing and detective work brings out people's theatrical side while testing their ability to read others.
👉 Great for: board game enthusiasts, people who love mystery and deduction, anyone wanting to try role-playing games, groups looking for interactive entertainment with depth
Free Times Cafe, 320 College Street
Fri Apr 17 · 7:30 PM
$23
Kitchener's beloved all-women stand-up showcase brings the funniest female comedians to Toronto for one night. Expect sharp wit, diverse perspectives, and non-stop laughs in the legendary Free Times Cafe's intimate setting.
The touring format means you're seeing comedians who've honed their material across multiple cities, bringing their best work to Toronto audiences. The all-female lineup offers perspectives and humor styles you won't find in typical comedy shows.
👉 Great for: comedy fans wanting fresh voices, anyone supporting women in entertainment, people who love Free Times Cafe's atmosphere, groups planning a fun night out
Aquatica Immersive Art Experience
Super Wonder Gallery, 1162 Bloor Street West
Fri Apr 17 · 8:00 PM
Free
Step into an immersive underwater art experience featuring installations, music, and live performances. It's like diving into an ocean of creativity without getting wet, designed to transport you to another world entirely.
The multi-sensory approach combines visual art, soundscapes, and interactive elements to create something that feels more like entering a living artwork than viewing static pieces. Plus it's free, which makes it perfect for spontaneous exploration.
👉 Great for: art lovers seeking new experiences, anyone curious about immersive installations, people wanting unique photo opportunities, date nights that don't cost a fortune
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