50 fun things to do in Toronto this Fall

Outdoor & Nature

1. Walk through High Park and enjoy the fall foliage.

2. Take a ferry to the Toronto Islands and see the skyline framed by autumn colors.

3. Hike the trails at Don Valley Brick Works Park.

4. Visit Evergreen Brick Works’ Saturday Farmers Market.

5. Explore the Scarborough Bluffs and its scenic viewpoints.

6. Go apple picking at an orchard near the city (Downey’s Farm, Chudleigh’s).

7. Visit Rouge National Urban Park, Canada’s first national urban park.

8. Bike along the Martin Goodman Trail on a crisp day.

9. Take a fall walk through Taylor Creek Park.

10. Admire fall leaves at Edwards Gardens and the Toronto Botanical Garden.

Fall & Halloween Activities

11. Go pumpkin picking at a nearby farm.

12. Visit the Pumpkinville festival in Ajax or other fall fairs.

13. Check out Casa Loma’s Legends of Horror experience.

14. Take a ghost tour in the Distillery District or Old Town.

15. Visit a haunted house like Screemers or Halloween Haunt at Wonderland.

16. Carve pumpkins with friends and enjoy hot apple cider.

17. Attend the Boo at the Zoo event at the Toronto Zoo.

18. Go to Pumpkins After Dark in Milton for illuminated pumpkin art.

19. Make a fall movie night with cozy blankets and scary films.

20. Explore the spooky history at Mackenzie House Museum.

City Experiences

21. Wander through Kensington Market and grab a cozy coffee.

22. Visit St. Lawrence Market for seasonal pies and maple treats.

23. Spend a day at Allan Gardens Conservatory (warm and green inside!).

24. Watch the sunset from Polson Pier or Riverdale Park East.

25. Take a walk along Queen Street West to see fall fashion and art.

26. Visit Graffiti Alley for fall photos.

27. Go to a Raptors or Maple Leafs game.

28. Visit the AGO (Art Gallery of Ontario) on a chilly afternoon.

29. Explore ROM (Royal Ontario Museum) or the Little Canada.

30. Try a Toronto Brewery Tour (Steam Whistle, Bellwoods, Henderson).

Seasonal Events & Festivals

31. Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend with a special meal or market visit.

32. Attend the Toronto Fall Home Show.

33. Visit the Toronto International Festival of Authors.

34. Go to Nuit Blanche for late-night art installations.

35. Attend the Cabbagetown Pumpkin Walk.

36. Explore the Toronto Christmas Market (now called Winter Village) at the Distillery as it opens in November.

37. Watch the Santa Claus Parade in mid-November.

38. Visit a harvest festival in nearby towns like Milton or Markham.

39. Enjoy a candlelight concert in a Toronto church or museum.

40. Check out the Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema for indie films.

Cozy Indoor & Foodie Ideas

41. Do a fall café crawl (Balzac’s, Boxcar Social, Rooster, etc.).

42. Try seasonal treats like pumpkin donuts, butter tarts or spicy latte.

43. Visit a board game café (Snakes & Lattes).

44. Take a cooking or baking class (e.g., LCBO or Dish Cooking Studio).

45. Browse independent bookstores (Type Books, Ben McNally, Queen Books).

46. Warm up with ramen or pho at a local spot.

47. Spend an afternoon at Allan Gardens or Cloud Gardens Conservatory.

48. Go vintage shopping in Parkdale or Queen West.

49. Take a day trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake for wine tasting and fall colors.

50. End the season with a fall picnic at Cherry Beach or Trinity Bellwoods Park.