Halloween falls on a Monday this year, which means there will be an entire weekend of parties and events leading up to trick-or-treat day. If you haven't got your plans or a costume sorted yet, TasteToronto is here to help with at least one of those tasks. Here are some of the best places to celebrate Halloween.
70 Canuck Ave
Downsview Park
Grab your furry friends and head to the Circuit Path at Downsview Park on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for Howl-o-ween Unleashed. Let your best work-from-home companion show off their costume.
3701 Danforth Ave
Variety Village
A free food truck festival takes place all Halloween weekend at Variety Village on Danforth Avenue. There will obviously be tons of food and drinks, kid-friendly activities and live entertainment. All guests are encouraged to dress in costume.
2000 Meadowvale Rd
Toronto Zoo
Head to the Toronto Zoo after the sun goes down to learn more about the unique characteristics of nocturnal creatures and how they manage to live in the dark. You'll also get a chance to "communicate” with the Arctic wolves during a hike to their enclosure. This event runs from the 27th to the 30th.
1006c Bloor St W
Paradise Theatre
Paradise Theatre on Bloor is hosting a night of illusions and acrobats on October 28th. Expect magic, mentalism and circus acts, which can be enjoyed by those of all ages. Tickets run under $30.
410 Sherbourne St
The Phoenix Concert Theatre
Another throwback party is going down at The Phoenix Concert Theatre. Boom 97.3 presents a Totally 80's Halloween Costume Party. The event touts spooky performances, candy, drinks and lots of dancing. Plus a $2,500 prize for best 80's costume. Tickets are available online.
888 Yonge St
The Concert Hall
One of the city's hottest party promoters, Promise, is bringing the beats to The Concert Hall at Davenport and Yonge. The former Masonic temple is the perfect venue to host a lineup of techno and house DJs coming in from Montreal. Advance tickets are available on TicketWeb.
461 King St W
Arcane
Hit up an assortment of the city's best venues with the King Street Club Crawl's Haunted Halloween event. Wristbands get you access to Arcane, Juliet, Century and a fourth mystery spot at the end of the night. There is also a chance to win complimentary bottle service all night long - dress to impress.
783 College St
Revival Bar and Event Venue
A 90's theme dance is taking place at Revival Nightclub. This year Back In The Day's theme is "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air." Expect 90's nostalgic music, decor and treats. This event has sold out in the past.
423 College St
Nest
If you are looking to get your body moving to Reggaeton and Salsa, head to Nest for ilovethatparty's Un Halloween Sin on the 29th. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
288 Bremner Blvd
Ripley's Aquarium
Dark Waters returns to Ripleys Aquarium on Friday, October 28th. You not only get to see the amazing creatures, but there will also be live music, specialty bars and spooky snacks. This is a 19+ event and tickets are available online. Be aware full face masks aren't permitted for the well-being of the animals.
431 College St
Sneaky Dee's
Sneaky Dee's is throwing an emo night on Friday the 28th called The Black Parade. Costumes are obviously encouraged and early bird tickets are just $5.
592 Sherbourne St
Maison Selby
If you are looking for some seriously good eats along with an amazing atmosphere, head to Maison Selby's Soirée Hantée Halloween House Party on October 29th. A ticket includes: bites, bubbly, cocktails and a drag show, plus prizes for top costume.
184 Pearl St
Black Pearl
Newly opened Black Pearl is hosting a Horror Halloween Show with a live band, DJs and a host of other special performances. Expect the unexpected at this grown-up hang-out. Tickets can be bought in advance or at the door on October 29th.
693 Bloor St W
Clinton's Bar
Calling all K-Pop fans, Clinton's is throwing a Halloween edition of their BTS Dance Party on October 29th. Costumes inspired by the wildly popular group are encouraged.
225 Richmond St W Suite 100
The Fifth Social Club
The Fifth Social is a spot where a mixture of partiers can dance the night away in the city's Entertainment District. This year they are bringing two nights of treats and thrills with their Haunted House Party. Prizes will be awarded for the best costume. Guest list is recommended.
739 Queen St W 2nd Floor
Offworld Bar
Another spot that already oozes Halloween vibes is the newly opened Offworld Bar on Queen West. It's got a Sci-Fi theme and promises to live up to its name on Friday, October 29th, with an eclectic mixture of tunes, live DJs, and a costume contest. Tickets are $15 in advance.
866 Bloor Street West
The Black Lagoon
Black Lagoon is a Halloween pop-up running all month long near Bloor and Ossington. This bar is like a miniature haunted house, complete with a cloudy LED roof, hanging skulls and a list of delicious themed drinks. Costumes are encouraged and be ready for some spooky surprises.
142 Cumberland St
Hemingway's Restaurant
In Yorkville, Hemingways is holding a silent disco on their rooftop patio. Guests will receive a pair of wireless headphones on arrival; then it's up to you to decide where the night takes you, whether it's 2000s throwbacks or top 40. You can adjust the volume on your own and those around you can see what you are listening to by the colour on your headset.
580 Church St
Storm Crow Manor
Storm Crow Manor is already getting in the spooky spirit with some seasonal cocktails, but on Sunday, October 30th, they are pulling out all the stops. The iconic manor setting will be fully decked out for a night of dancing, craft beer tastings and food. There is also a costume contest. Advance tickets are already sold out, but you may be lucky enough to get in at the door.
277 Front St W
The Pint Public House
Take it back to the 80s with a retro night at The Pint. This huge bar is normally known for a long draught list, killer chicken wings and a multitude of TVs, but the space will be totally transformed on Friday, October 28th.
Halloween falls on a Monday this year, which means there will be an entire weekend of parties and events leading up to trick-or-treat day. If you haven't got your plans or a costume sorted yet, TasteToronto is here to help with at least one of those tasks. Here are some of the best places to celebrate Halloween.
70 Canuck Ave
Downsview Park
Grab your furry friends and head to the Circuit Path at Downsview Park on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for Howl-o-ween Unleashed. Let your best work-from-home companion show off their costume.
3701 Danforth Ave
Variety Village
A free food truck festival takes place all Halloween weekend at Variety Village on Danforth Avenue. There will obviously be tons of food and drinks, kid-friendly activities and live entertainment. All guests are encouraged to dress in costume.
2000 Meadowvale Rd
Toronto Zoo
Head to the Toronto Zoo after the sun goes down to learn more about the unique characteristics of nocturnal creatures and how they manage to live in the dark. You'll also get a chance to "communicate” with the Arctic wolves during a hike to their enclosure. This event runs from the 27th to the 30th.
1006c Bloor St W
Paradise Theatre
Paradise Theatre on Bloor is hosting a night of illusions and acrobats on October 28th. Expect magic, mentalism and circus acts, which can be enjoyed by those of all ages. Tickets run under $30.
410 Sherbourne St
The Phoenix Concert Theatre
Another throwback party is going down at The Phoenix Concert Theatre. Boom 97.3 presents a Totally 80's Halloween Costume Party. The event touts spooky performances, candy, drinks and lots of dancing. Plus a $2,500 prize for best 80's costume. Tickets are available online.
888 Yonge St
The Concert Hall
One of the city's hottest party promoters, Promise, is bringing the beats to The Concert Hall at Davenport and Yonge. The former Masonic temple is the perfect venue to host a lineup of techno and house DJs coming in from Montreal. Advance tickets are available on TicketWeb.
461 King St W
Arcane
Hit up an assortment of the city's best venues with the King Street Club Crawl's Haunted Halloween event. Wristbands get you access to Arcane, Juliet, Century and a fourth mystery spot at the end of the night. There is also a chance to win complimentary bottle service all night long - dress to impress.
783 College St
Revival Bar and Event Venue
A 90's theme dance is taking place at Revival Nightclub. This year Back In The Day's theme is "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air." Expect 90's nostalgic music, decor and treats. This event has sold out in the past.
423 College St
Nest
If you are looking to get your body moving to Reggaeton and Salsa, head to Nest for ilovethatparty's Un Halloween Sin on the 29th. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
288 Bremner Blvd
Ripley's Aquarium
Dark Waters returns to Ripleys Aquarium on Friday, October 28th. You not only get to see the amazing creatures, but there will also be live music, specialty bars and spooky snacks. This is a 19+ event and tickets are available online. Be aware full face masks aren't permitted for the well-being of the animals.
431 College St
Sneaky Dee's
Sneaky Dee's is throwing an emo night on Friday the 28th called The Black Parade. Costumes are obviously encouraged and early bird tickets are just $5.
592 Sherbourne St
Maison Selby
If you are looking for some seriously good eats along with an amazing atmosphere, head to Maison Selby's Soirée Hantée Halloween House Party on October 29th. A ticket includes: bites, bubbly, cocktails and a drag show, plus prizes for top costume.
184 Pearl St
Black Pearl
Newly opened Black Pearl is hosting a Horror Halloween Show with a live band, DJs and a host of other special performances. Expect the unexpected at this grown-up hang-out. Tickets can be bought in advance or at the door on October 29th.
693 Bloor St W
Clinton's Bar
Calling all K-Pop fans, Clinton's is throwing a Halloween edition of their BTS Dance Party on October 29th. Costumes inspired by the wildly popular group are encouraged.
225 Richmond St W Suite 100
The Fifth Social Club
The Fifth Social is a spot where a mixture of partiers can dance the night away in the city's Entertainment District. This year they are bringing two nights of treats and thrills with their Haunted House Party. Prizes will be awarded for the best costume. Guest list is recommended.
739 Queen St W 2nd Floor
Offworld Bar
Another spot that already oozes Halloween vibes is the newly opened Offworld Bar on Queen West. It's got a Sci-Fi theme and promises to live up to its name on Friday, October 29th, with an eclectic mixture of tunes, live DJs, and a costume contest. Tickets are $15 in advance.
866 Bloor Street West
The Black Lagoon
Black Lagoon is a Halloween pop-up running all month long near Bloor and Ossington. This bar is like a miniature haunted house, complete with a cloudy LED roof, hanging skulls and a list of delicious themed drinks. Costumes are encouraged and be ready for some spooky surprises.
142 Cumberland St
Hemingway's Restaurant
In Yorkville, Hemingways is holding a silent disco on their rooftop patio. Guests will receive a pair of wireless headphones on arrival; then it's up to you to decide where the night takes you, whether it's 2000s throwbacks or top 40. You can adjust the volume on your own and those around you can see what you are listening to by the colour on your headset.
580 Church St
Storm Crow Manor
Storm Crow Manor is already getting in the spooky spirit with some seasonal cocktails, but on Sunday, October 30th, they are pulling out all the stops. The iconic manor setting will be fully decked out for a night of dancing, craft beer tastings and food. There is also a costume contest. Advance tickets are already sold out, but you may be lucky enough to get in at the door.
277 Front St W
The Pint Public House
Take it back to the 80s with a retro night at The Pint. This huge bar is normally known for a long draught list, killer chicken wings and a multitude of TVs, but the space will be totally transformed on Friday, October 28th.
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