Complied by Yours Truly. I round up the best events (well balanced with parties and cultural things and not just gay bars), from the city’s queer culture scene.
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Halloween Event
- Monday October 12 to 31, 2015 @ Queen Elizabeth Theatre (CNE Grounds)
Screemers the ultimate family Halloween event and Toronto's #1 indoor
haunted scream park, suitable for all ages! Price Summary: $29.95 There is also
a licensed Vampire Lounge, a Slasher Wax Museum and arcade with carnival rides.
170 Princes Boulevard, CNE grounds, Toronto, On TTC 509 and 511 Streetcars and/or
# 29 Dufferin Bus south. 7pm - 12am http://screemers.ca/
Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 17 to Monday October 19, 2015 - “Horror Queens” Opening Reception @ 1181 Queen St. W., Unit 4. Suspiria, Sara Deck, and Paige Reynolds paint their favourite queens from horror cinema! Over 20 pieces, including horror queens from The Bride of Frankenstein, Dracula’s Daughter, Carrie, Alien, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Suspiria, and more. Featuring original works, limited edition prints, a door prize, Halloween tunes, and other tricks and treats! Show runs until October 19th (1-7 pm daily). (off Queen Street, across from The Gladstone Hotel. http://www.strangekidsclub.com/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 17 to 31, 2015 - All Ages Spooky Train Ride @ York-Durham Heritage Railway. All aboard for this frightening trip along the old rails of the York-Durham Heritage Railway. Ride with all manner of frights in these trains decked out for the holiday. Kids wearing costumes get to ride for free, and are presented loot bags at the end of each voyage. While enjoying the Halloween feeling in the train, you can also enjoy the sights of Southern Ontario as the leaves change colour. The railway encourages families to book early through their website. Infants under one who do not occupy a seat ride for free, and special discounts are available for groups of four. Boarding is at the Uxbridge Station. Price Summary: Adults: $25, Senior (65+): $23, Family of 4 (2 adults, 2 children): $77, Child: (2 - 12): $17, Student (13 - 17): $23, Child in Costume (2 -12): Free Phone: 905-852-3696 http://www.ydhr.ca/trips-halloween.php
Halloween Event - Sunday October 18, 2015 - City of the Dead: The Necropolis Cemetery Tour (Not recommended for Childern under 8.) Tour the Necropolis Cemetery, visiting the graves of some of Toronto’s most significant people. The drama-enhanced tour visits the graves of William Lyon Mackenzie, his family, and his fellow rebels and rivals. Guests hear stories of murder, revenge, heartbreak and perseverance. Price Summary: Adults (16 yrs. & older):$12.50, Children 8-15: $10.50 1:30 to 3 p.m. Toronto Necropolis, 200 Winchester Street, Toronto, Ontario https://www.facebook.com/events/1457486521247726/
Halloween Event - Saturday October 24, 2015 - Night of Dread @ Dufferin Grove Park. Clay & Paper Theatre presents the 16th annual Night of Dread, an evening of fearful pageantry, revels and mockery at this much loved, family-friendly, community event, Torontonians are encouraged to call on, mock and banish their private and collective fears through parade and pageantry, music and masquerade, dance and a devilishly good party. Special musical guests this year include legendary Canadian virtuoso jazz funk masters, The Shuffle Demons. Parade Assembly - 4pm to 6pm, Parade - 6pm to 7pm Dufferin Grove Park (875 Dufferin St., South of Bloor St. W., across from Dufferin Mall) Dress Code: Simple: Anything Black & White & Dreadful. PWYC Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGCEyU2_nDg More Infohttps://www.facebook.com/events/822892954498293/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Monday October 26, 2015 - All ages Hocus Pocus - A live, satirical reading of the cult classic @ Buddies. Set in Salem, Massachusetts on Halloween night, virgin Max Dennison, sister Dani, and new friend Allison, accidentally free a coven of evil witches. With the help of a talking cat, the kids must steal the witches’ book of spells to stop them from becoming immortal. The evening will also feature a costume contest and parade (with a prize for best costume), live musical performances, and free candy! Tickets are available online at tickets.buddiesinbadtimes.com and by calling 416.975.8555. *buying tickets in advance is strongly recommended. Buddies In Bad Times Theatre 12 Alexander Street Toronto Ontario, http://buddiesinbadtimes.com/
Halloween Event - Tuesday October 27, 2015 - Ghost Stories Told Live @ The Garrison. After the roaring success of last year, we decided to bring back the wildly popular GHOST Stories Told Live! This time we have EIGHT storytellers, telling (mostly) true stories about eerie things that happened to or near them (or to one of their relatives). Featuring some of True Stories Told Live’s favourite previous storytellers, and a few new faces. FREE ENTRY (no tickets required) Doors open 6.45pm, stories start 7.30pm sharp. (latecomers admitted very quietly) Free entry. You’ll need to get there early to get a good seat (latecomers have to stand at the back). https://www.facebook.com/events/1293647117328504/ The Garrison, 1197 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON (416) 519-9439 http://www.garrisontoronto.com/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Wednesday October 28, 2015 - AloHaween: A Weird Toronto Mixer @ Bovine Sex Club. Pussy Whipped Music by Tailbreakers, DJ Vivs, burlesque by Fionna Flauntit, Frenchie Fatale, Lorelei, Red Zeppelin, Nancy Bocock, Laura Desiree, Tanya Cheex, corpse painting, vendors market and more. 9:30 pm. $5. Bovine Sex Club 542 Queen W, 416-504-4239 bovinesexclub.com/ |
Halloween Event - Wednesday October 28, 2015 -Halloqueen– Gay Drag Queen Night @ Screemers. Live the fear at HallowQueens – a scream-worthy drag night hosted by Jacklynne Hyde., Feast your eyes on our drag shows and feed your fears in one of the 7 haunted houses. Tempt fate on the Midway of Mayhem and imbibe in the Vampire Lounge. Enjoy Halloween performances from our Toronto Drag queens tonight are: Allysin Chaynes, Sofonda Cox, Ivory Towers, Scarlet BoBo and Katinka Kature In a scream-worthy show hosted by Jacklynne Hyde. Shows start at 7:30pm to Midnight., TICKETS $22.54 - $47.40170 Princes Boulevard, CNE grounds, Toronto, On TTC 509 and 511 Streetcars and/or # 29 Dufferin Bus south. http://screemers.ca/Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Thursday October 29, 2015 - Are You Afraid Of The Dark Movie Marathon @ D-Beatstro Come get in the Halloween spirit with the classic 90's children horror anthology Are You Afraid Of The Dark? 7 PM All ages. D-Beatstro Vegan Restaurant, 1292 Bloor St W, a few doors east of Lansdowne subway station. Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday & Sat October 30 & 31, 2015 - Rocky Horror Picture Show @ Bloor Cinema. 7 PM & 10:30 PM. “Let’s do the Time Warp Again!” The cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show comes back to the Bloor Hot Docs Cinema for Halloween. As always, we’ll be presenting the film with Toronto’s own Shadow Cast, which will be performing their satirical, comedic version of the film for audiences during the show. Tickets sell out, so get yours before they're gone! Halloween Screenings: $16 (Bloor members: $12, $10, Free) Please note: For the Halloween screenings, security will be performing bag checks at the door. Bloor Hot Docs Cinema 506 Bloor Street West, Toronto ON http://bit.ly/1wBVeXM Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30 and Saturday October 31 - 2 hour Toronto Ghost Walk Tour @ University of Toronto’s St. George campus Join us for an evening walk on and around the University of Toronto’s St. George campus as we tell the stories, myths and legends surrounding those who haunt the halls of some of Toronto’s oldest buildings. A perfect night out with friends or a way to meet new ones. Get a group together for an evening and ask about our group discounts. For a limited time we are offering a free palm sized flashlight to each paid admission guest. Join us if you dare! ALL AGES Times 7:30 PM and at 10:30 PM Tickets: Adults: $15 Children (Ages 8-15): $10 Children (7 and under): Free How to get tickets? Phone: (416) 988 6511 or email info@torontoghostwalk.com700 University Avenue, Toronto ON
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Lovestruck Halloween Edition @ The Steady. Lovestruck is back, this time with 100% more thrills & chills.9PM - Halloween themed games! Bobbing for apple flavoured condoms, Truth Or Scare, Pin The Election Win on Harper (spOoOoKY), BYO Ouija boards. There will be a Costume Contest at midnight (PRIZES!) 11PM - HOT QUEER DANCE PARTY by DJ Dang kids + Nate Nightcall; featuring pop, hip hop, house and dance floor classics. The front area will remain open during the dance party for quieter conversation, board games and truth or dare/spin the bottle. . Cover $10 10 PM The Steady Cafe and Bar, 1051 Bloor St. W. (416) 536-4162 Just East of Dufferin St /thesteadycafe.com/ (Gay Owned) Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - The Art of Darkness @ Artscape Youngplace. Come early for family-friendly activities, stay later for more grownup fun; we promise something for everyone, including:Live Music Haunted Rooms Amazing Hypnotist Treasure Hunt Pumpkin Carving Spooky Movies Mystic Oracle Dance Party Sensory Installations Interactive Performances and much more! Plus a Fall Arts Market PWYC Bake Sale Instant Photos & T-shirt Transfers Seasonal Food Delicious Drinks Decadent Desserts Treats for Costumes while they last $15 at the door; $5 kids 212, under 2 free; $30 family up to 2 adults and 3 kids, $25 family advance. Artscape Youngplace, 180 Shaw Street, Queer West, Toronto Ontario 5–11 pm https://www.facebook.com/events/907187679355873
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - 3rd annual Spooktacular Dog Walk @ Liberty Village Park The Village Dog Pack presents the 3rd annual Spooktacular Dog Walk! Come join the pack for a fun filled walk around Liberty Village. This is a dress-up event - now's your chance to get your doggie in the Halloween spirit. Costumes are not required but are highly suggested - wouldn't want to be the "odd dog out"! All participants are to meet at Liberty Village Park (70 East Liberty St.) at 6:30pm as the walk is scheduled to commence at 7:00pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/450230201822905/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - The Grimoire: Zine Launch and Witchy Queer Dance Party @ The Central Upstairs The Grimoire, http://thegrimoirelit.tumblr.com/ a zine dedicated to the creative musings and works of female-identified and gender queer folk. You are cordially invited to our first zine launch and Halloween bash upstairs at The Central. [Witch] Costumes are encouraged but not mandatory. We will be upstairs [where The Midnight Society used to happen, as those In the Know will remember] and the coven meeting, er, zine launch starts at 8pm; readings at 9pm. 8:00 PM - 2:08 AM Readings will be followed by a witchy dance party with our fabulous dj, Lana. Zines will be on sale for a buck. The event is free. Cash bar. The Central, 603 Markham Street, Toronto, Ontario http://www.thecentralbar.ca/
Halloween event - Friday October 30, 2015 - BAD TUCK - A Queerican Horror Story: HO-tel @ The Beaver The House of Filth is BACK at the Beaver for our annual American Horror Story tribute party with our cast of haunting queers. Starring: Drag queens Allysin Chaynes as the Hotel Cortez Dottie Dangerfield as Iris the Hotel Manager Champagna Enemea as Liz Taylor Nancy Bocock as That Creepy Monster with a drill-bit dick WITH IGBY Lizzard as Hypodermic Sally. AND Judy Virago as The Countess. Djs Aeryn Pfaff and Regina Thegentlelady keeping it bloody on the dancefloor. Cover $5 at the door - free in haunted drag. The Beaver 1192 Queen St W, 416-537-2768 beavertoronto.ca/ (Gay Owned) Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Zombie classic NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD for FREE! @ Rainbow Cinemas Market Square, 80 Front Street East, Toronto, ON 11:15 PM - 1:15 AM http://rainbowcinemas.ca/Night_Of_The_Living_Dead
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Toronto's LGBT Ballroom Dancing Club Halloween Party @ The Verve. Come as you like with or without a partner; we share. Salsa is always on the schedule. t's Halloween social dance party time! Rainbow Ballroom Toronto invites you to our Halloween Party on Friday, Oct 30th at the VERVE, 120 Homewood Ave., Second Floor Party Room, from 7:00 - 10:30 pm. A fun way to get the evening started, and from there, who knows...it's free but please reply if you are attending as we need to submit our guest list to the security for entry.Feel free to bring a friend or two. BYOB :) Cheers, Rainbow Ballroom Toronto Location Map
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - All Ages Halloween Howl @ High Park Nature Centre. Xplore the haunting side of nature at our “Halloween Howl” night hike. Make your own lantern before hiking through the woodlands to learn the not-so-scary truth about bats, spiders, toads, gnomes and decomposers. Fun for all ages! Costumes are recommended but not mandatory. Please bring a flashlight. The cost is $8.50 per child/adult. Children under 3 years old are free. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM High Park Nature Centre 375 Colborne Lodge Drive, Toronto, ON MORE DETAILS
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - An UNHOLY EVE Dance Party! @ Buddies. 10:00pm - 1:00am. Get your Halloween started early! On October 30th, right after the 8pm performance of Unholy, Nightwood Theatre will take over Buddies In Bad Times Theatre’s cabaret space with an Unholy Eve Dance Party! *STELLAR TUNES by DJ Cozmic Cat http://www.djcozmic.com/ Vegan chili cheese POPCORN from Phat N' Phull. A titillating DOOR PRIZE from Good For Her valued at over $100. BEST COSTUME PRIZE: a $50 gift certificate from Malabar Toronto - Retail & Rental Shop - so dress to impress! Buddies in Bad Times Theatre 12 Alexander, Gay Village Toronto, Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Feministry @ Holy Oak Cafe Weird sisters: This Halloween edition of Feministry is all about controlling your destiny. Dress how you’ve always dreamed, or how you wish to be seen. DJ Cam Lee and special guest Weird L select and share music made by and for fems, womyn, queers, and allies. Holy Oak Cafe, 1241 Bloor St. W. 647-345-2803 http://holyoakcafe.com/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Shindig Presents: Death At The Drive-In @ The Piston. Shindig is back with another Halloween costume contest! Cash prize to the best one! That, along with the best ’50s and ’60s soul and R&B dance music soundtrack provided by DJs Splattermonkey, General Eclectic, and Parkdale Funk. $10. The Piston, 937 Bloor St. W. (West of Ossington Beside the Long & McQuade) Close to the Ossington Subway Station, Queer West, Toronto Ontario 416 532 3989 http://thepiston.ca/press/
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Freak Show @ 99 Sudbury Street Location MapThis Halloween, get ready for a night of mayhem you’ll never forget! 99 Sudbury will be turned into a living, breathing freak show with decor like no other, freaky performers that will make your jaw drop, and 1200+ attendees will dressed up for the wildest Halloween party to ever touch down in Toronto. $15.95 early bird and $19.95 advance tickets available https://www.hive.co/event/6616/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Day of the Dead Celebration @ Artscape – Wychwood Barns. The Día de Los Muertos Collective is a nonprofit that coordinates the efforts of Toronto´s Mexican community to bring a celebration that honors the dead, delights the living, promotes artistic creation and foster community development through tradition. This year: offerings, processions, food, Aztec dance, Aboriginal hand drum songs, traditional wind band and a wide variety of Mexican music, are just some of the experiences that the audience will enjoy as well as traditional food, art, crafts, workshops and altars. Bring a yellow flower for the community altar. FREE 04:00 PM – 10:00 PM Artscape – Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie Street, Toronto ON http://www.diadelosmuertosto.org/wp/
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Death In The Deli - A Murder Mystery Dinner Party @ The Hogtown Cure Deli & Cafe. Join us Saturday, October 31st, Halloween Night at The Hogtown Cure for an exciting evening of dinner, music, magic, burlesque performances... and yes, someone is going to die. Help us solve the mystery of Death in the Deli. Hosted By: Kate Mior and Red Herring with special guests performing throughout the evening.Music by: Mamma Hen and The Roosters Prizes and Giveaways. 3 course Halloween inspired meal including Eye of Newt Soup (contains no eyes) and Cauldrons of Piping Hot Chocolate Fondue. Complimentary welcome cocktail. $ 45 per person for meal and entertainment. Limited seating,Reserve your table at http://www.TheHogtownCure.com or 647-725-5550, 1484 Dundas Street West, N/W corner of Dundas & Dufferin,https://www.facebook.com/events/1645956529013900/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - The Gore-Gore Rollergirls Hallows Eve Party @ Two Bite Saloon. Your favourite Savage Sweethearts http://www.goregorerollergirls.com /are having a dance your costume off party. We are asking our guests to pay what they can towards what is guaranteed to be our most winningness 2016 season. Gore-Gore shots available at bar (TBA) DJ Kitty will be pumping us full of dance all night long! You know you just want to dance with your derby buds on Halloween anyways right?!?! DO IT Two Bite Saloon, 840 Bloor St W, Queer West, Toronto Ontario Phone:(416) 536-8682 http://www.twobitesaloon.com/
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Queer and Trans Family Halloween Hullabaloo @ The 519 community centre 10:30am - 1:30pm. Seasonal crafts, games and activities. Take part in the costume party and parade. This event is designed for queer and trans families and a celebration of LGBTQ diversity. 519 Church St, Toronto gay village neighbourhood.
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Grindr Gay Men's Halloween Night @ The Fly. Hosted by Toronto Drag Queen Sofonda Cox, We've got a night full of tricks and treats in store for you as well as some Grindr swag! Spinning tonight are DJs Mark Falco and Geoff Kelleway Cover $10 to $20 depending on time of arrival The Fly, 6 Gloucester Street (North of Wellesley subway) Gay Toronto Village https://www.facebook.com/events/1087877961225458/
Halloween Event- Saturday October 31, 2015 - Juicebox Halloween Dance Party! @ The Piston. Yay Juicebox falls on Halloween this year so let's do it right proper! $100 to best costume and an array of goodies given out care of The Piston, Kops Records and Steamwhistle! Tunes of the Indie rock/pop/new wave/brit pop styles all night courtesy of Tweed and Dj What's Her Problem?! The Piston, 937 Bloor St. W. (West of Ossington Beside the Long & McQuade) Close to the Ossington Subway Station Queer West, Toronto Ontario 416 532 3989 http://thepiston.ca/press/
Halloween event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Ladies’ Night Toastr @ Wayla Bar.. Put it in your calendar not at White Elephant tonight. DJ Sticky Cuts has all of your Hip Hop, Dancehall, Trap and R&B covered https://soundcloud.com/stickycuts. DJ Ticky Ty http://www.tickyty.com joins Sticky Cuts as guest artist. We heard you - more bartenders to ensure that you get your drinks fast, friendly and fabulously. Doors at 9:30, Prizes for best costume. Wayla Bar 996 Queen St E at Carlaw, Toronto, gay village East ON http://waylabar.ca/
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31 - Seven Siblings Theatre's Halloween Bash! @ The Great Hall. Halloween and Season Launch party! Prepare yourself for an unforgettable night of: Live performance Dance music Horror projection Free candy Costume contests And the announcement of our 2016 Season! Celebrate the best day of the year with Toronto's arts community. Join us at The Great Hall (1087 Queen St W) on October 31st.SevenSiblingsTheatre.ca Early bird tickets are only $10, get them while you can. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31 -A day of Creepy Crafts with Sketch Street Youth Group Firsthand Fair Halloween @ Club 3030 (Junction) In conjunction with Junction BIA's Pumpkinfest and in support of http://sketch.ca/, we will be hosting the Halloween edition of Firsthand Fair. Come out for the following fall festivities: • Spooky artisans • Henna artists • Zombie/Sugar Skull/Special FX make-up artists (book in advance!) • Costume Photo Booth • Pumpkin inspired brunch and full bar service at 3030 • Pumpkin art and more! Noon to 5 PM Free 3030 Dundas West 3030 Dundas St. West https://www.facebook.com/firsthandfair Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Hotnuts Hallowqween with DJ Poisonous Relationship @ The Garrison. Mary Messhausen hosts and DJs Poisonous Relationship and Produzentin spin at this queer Halloween dance party.Poisonous Relationship all the way from Glasgow! We have been listening to her classic house EP Garden of Problems for months. Stream it on the BUTT magazine soundcloud page: https://soundcloud.com/buttmagazine/sets/poisonous-relationship-garden For more Poisonous Relationship:http://www.jamiecrewe.co.uk/poisonous-relationship.html Cover $10 10 PM The Garrison 1197 Dundas St W, Telephone: 416-519-9439.garrisontoronto.com/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Halloween Church Street Gay Village. Meander up and down Church St in your favourite costume. If you don't have the funds to dip into every bar on the 3 small blocks, the street is just as lively (if not more). No special street event planned BIA is broke. and residents didn't like to noise. From Dusk to 9 pm, SLIDE Show from past years. http://www.blogto.com/slideshows/church-street-halloween-block-party
Halloween Event- Sunday November 1, 2015 - Pumpkin Parade @ Trinity Bellwoods Park. Friends of Trinity Bellwoods Park, in partnership with Ward 19 City Councillor Mike Layton, bring you this year’s annual Pumpkin Parade! The parade will take place lining the east-west footpath east of Crawford near Lobb (just north of the playground). Drop off your carved pumpkins along the footpath any time on Sunday with a tea-light inside, then stop by later to see the parade display and enjoy some free hot cider (until it runs out) courtesy of The Lucky Penny General Store and Cafe! 7pm to 10 pm FREE ALL AGES Trinity Bellwoods Park, 790 Queen St. W.http://www.trinitybellwoods.ca/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 17 to Monday October 19, 2015 - “Horror Queens” Opening Reception @ 1181 Queen St. W., Unit 4. Suspiria, Sara Deck, and Paige Reynolds paint their favourite queens from horror cinema! Over 20 pieces, including horror queens from The Bride of Frankenstein, Dracula’s Daughter, Carrie, Alien, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Suspiria, and more. Featuring original works, limited edition prints, a door prize, Halloween tunes, and other tricks and treats! Show runs until October 19th (1-7 pm daily). (off Queen Street, across from The Gladstone Hotel. http://www.strangekidsclub.com/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 17 to 31, 2015 - All Ages Spooky Train Ride @ York-Durham Heritage Railway. All aboard for this frightening trip along the old rails of the York-Durham Heritage Railway. Ride with all manner of frights in these trains decked out for the holiday. Kids wearing costumes get to ride for free, and are presented loot bags at the end of each voyage. While enjoying the Halloween feeling in the train, you can also enjoy the sights of Southern Ontario as the leaves change colour. The railway encourages families to book early through their website. Infants under one who do not occupy a seat ride for free, and special discounts are available for groups of four. Boarding is at the Uxbridge Station. Price Summary: Adults: $25, Senior (65+): $23, Family of 4 (2 adults, 2 children): $77, Child: (2 - 12): $17, Student (13 - 17): $23, Child in Costume (2 -12): Free Phone: 905-852-3696 http://www.ydhr.ca/trips-halloween.php
Halloween Event - Sunday October 18, 2015 - City of the Dead: The Necropolis Cemetery Tour (Not recommended for Childern under 8.) Tour the Necropolis Cemetery, visiting the graves of some of Toronto’s most significant people. The drama-enhanced tour visits the graves of William Lyon Mackenzie, his family, and his fellow rebels and rivals. Guests hear stories of murder, revenge, heartbreak and perseverance. Price Summary: Adults (16 yrs. & older):$12.50, Children 8-15: $10.50 1:30 to 3 p.m. Toronto Necropolis, 200 Winchester Street, Toronto, Ontario https://www.facebook.com/events/1457486521247726/
Halloween Event - Saturday October 24, 2015 - Night of Dread @ Dufferin Grove Park. Clay & Paper Theatre presents the 16th annual Night of Dread, an evening of fearful pageantry, revels and mockery at this much loved, family-friendly, community event, Torontonians are encouraged to call on, mock and banish their private and collective fears through parade and pageantry, music and masquerade, dance and a devilishly good party. Special musical guests this year include legendary Canadian virtuoso jazz funk masters, The Shuffle Demons. Parade Assembly - 4pm to 6pm, Parade - 6pm to 7pm Dufferin Grove Park (875 Dufferin St., South of Bloor St. W., across from Dufferin Mall) Dress Code: Simple: Anything Black & White & Dreadful. PWYC Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGCEyU2_nDg More Infohttps://www.facebook.com/events/822892954498293/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Monday October 26, 2015 - All ages Hocus Pocus - A live, satirical reading of the cult classic @ Buddies. Set in Salem, Massachusetts on Halloween night, virgin Max Dennison, sister Dani, and new friend Allison, accidentally free a coven of evil witches. With the help of a talking cat, the kids must steal the witches’ book of spells to stop them from becoming immortal. The evening will also feature a costume contest and parade (with a prize for best costume), live musical performances, and free candy! Tickets are available online at tickets.buddiesinbadtimes.com and by calling 416.975.8555. *buying tickets in advance is strongly recommended. Buddies In Bad Times Theatre 12 Alexander Street Toronto Ontario, http://buddiesinbadtimes.com/
Halloween Event - Tuesday October 27, 2015 - Ghost Stories Told Live @ The Garrison. After the roaring success of last year, we decided to bring back the wildly popular GHOST Stories Told Live! This time we have EIGHT storytellers, telling (mostly) true stories about eerie things that happened to or near them (or to one of their relatives). Featuring some of True Stories Told Live’s favourite previous storytellers, and a few new faces. FREE ENTRY (no tickets required) Doors open 6.45pm, stories start 7.30pm sharp. (latecomers admitted very quietly) Free entry. You’ll need to get there early to get a good seat (latecomers have to stand at the back). https://www.facebook.com/events/1293647117328504/ The Garrison, 1197 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON (416) 519-9439 http://www.garrisontoronto.com/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Wednesday October 28, 2015 - AloHaween: A Weird Toronto Mixer @ Bovine Sex Club. Pussy Whipped Music by Tailbreakers, DJ Vivs, burlesque by Fionna Flauntit, Frenchie Fatale, Lorelei, Red Zeppelin, Nancy Bocock, Laura Desiree, Tanya Cheex, corpse painting, vendors market and more. 9:30 pm. $5. Bovine Sex Club 542 Queen W, 416-504-4239 bovinesexclub.com/ |
Halloween Event - Wednesday October 28, 2015 -Halloqueen– Gay Drag Queen Night @ Screemers. Live the fear at HallowQueens – a scream-worthy drag night hosted by Jacklynne Hyde., Feast your eyes on our drag shows and feed your fears in one of the 7 haunted houses. Tempt fate on the Midway of Mayhem and imbibe in the Vampire Lounge. Enjoy Halloween performances from our Toronto Drag queens tonight are: Allysin Chaynes, Sofonda Cox, Ivory Towers, Scarlet BoBo and Katinka Kature In a scream-worthy show hosted by Jacklynne Hyde. Shows start at 7:30pm to Midnight., TICKETS $22.54 - $47.40170 Princes Boulevard, CNE grounds, Toronto, On TTC 509 and 511 Streetcars and/or # 29 Dufferin Bus south. http://screemers.ca/Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Thursday October 29, 2015 - Are You Afraid Of The Dark Movie Marathon @ D-Beatstro Come get in the Halloween spirit with the classic 90's children horror anthology Are You Afraid Of The Dark? 7 PM All ages. D-Beatstro Vegan Restaurant, 1292 Bloor St W, a few doors east of Lansdowne subway station. Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday & Sat October 30 & 31, 2015 - Rocky Horror Picture Show @ Bloor Cinema. 7 PM & 10:30 PM. “Let’s do the Time Warp Again!” The cult classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show comes back to the Bloor Hot Docs Cinema for Halloween. As always, we’ll be presenting the film with Toronto’s own Shadow Cast, which will be performing their satirical, comedic version of the film for audiences during the show. Tickets sell out, so get yours before they're gone! Halloween Screenings: $16 (Bloor members: $12, $10, Free) Please note: For the Halloween screenings, security will be performing bag checks at the door. Bloor Hot Docs Cinema 506 Bloor Street West, Toronto ON http://bit.ly/1wBVeXM Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30 and Saturday October 31 - 2 hour Toronto Ghost Walk Tour @ University of Toronto’s St. George campus Join us for an evening walk on and around the University of Toronto’s St. George campus as we tell the stories, myths and legends surrounding those who haunt the halls of some of Toronto’s oldest buildings. A perfect night out with friends or a way to meet new ones. Get a group together for an evening and ask about our group discounts. For a limited time we are offering a free palm sized flashlight to each paid admission guest. Join us if you dare! ALL AGES Times 7:30 PM and at 10:30 PM Tickets: Adults: $15 Children (Ages 8-15): $10 Children (7 and under): Free How to get tickets? Phone: (416) 988 6511 or email info@torontoghostwalk.com700 University Avenue, Toronto ON
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Lovestruck Halloween Edition @ The Steady. Lovestruck is back, this time with 100% more thrills & chills.9PM - Halloween themed games! Bobbing for apple flavoured condoms, Truth Or Scare, Pin The Election Win on Harper (spOoOoKY), BYO Ouija boards. There will be a Costume Contest at midnight (PRIZES!) 11PM - HOT QUEER DANCE PARTY by DJ Dang kids + Nate Nightcall; featuring pop, hip hop, house and dance floor classics. The front area will remain open during the dance party for quieter conversation, board games and truth or dare/spin the bottle. . Cover $10 10 PM The Steady Cafe and Bar, 1051 Bloor St. W. (416) 536-4162 Just East of Dufferin St /thesteadycafe.com/ (Gay Owned) Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - The Art of Darkness @ Artscape Youngplace. Come early for family-friendly activities, stay later for more grownup fun; we promise something for everyone, including:Live Music Haunted Rooms Amazing Hypnotist Treasure Hunt Pumpkin Carving Spooky Movies Mystic Oracle Dance Party Sensory Installations Interactive Performances and much more! Plus a Fall Arts Market PWYC Bake Sale Instant Photos & T-shirt Transfers Seasonal Food Delicious Drinks Decadent Desserts Treats for Costumes while they last $15 at the door; $5 kids 212, under 2 free; $30 family up to 2 adults and 3 kids, $25 family advance. Artscape Youngplace, 180 Shaw Street, Queer West, Toronto Ontario 5–11 pm https://www.facebook.com/events/907187679355873
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - 3rd annual Spooktacular Dog Walk @ Liberty Village Park The Village Dog Pack presents the 3rd annual Spooktacular Dog Walk! Come join the pack for a fun filled walk around Liberty Village. This is a dress-up event - now's your chance to get your doggie in the Halloween spirit. Costumes are not required but are highly suggested - wouldn't want to be the "odd dog out"! All participants are to meet at Liberty Village Park (70 East Liberty St.) at 6:30pm as the walk is scheduled to commence at 7:00pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/450230201822905/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - The Grimoire: Zine Launch and Witchy Queer Dance Party @ The Central Upstairs The Grimoire, http://thegrimoirelit.tumblr.com/ a zine dedicated to the creative musings and works of female-identified and gender queer folk. You are cordially invited to our first zine launch and Halloween bash upstairs at The Central. [Witch] Costumes are encouraged but not mandatory. We will be upstairs [where The Midnight Society used to happen, as those In the Know will remember] and the coven meeting, er, zine launch starts at 8pm; readings at 9pm. 8:00 PM - 2:08 AM Readings will be followed by a witchy dance party with our fabulous dj, Lana. Zines will be on sale for a buck. The event is free. Cash bar. The Central, 603 Markham Street, Toronto, Ontario http://www.thecentralbar.ca/
Halloween event - Friday October 30, 2015 - BAD TUCK - A Queerican Horror Story: HO-tel @ The Beaver The House of Filth is BACK at the Beaver for our annual American Horror Story tribute party with our cast of haunting queers. Starring: Drag queens Allysin Chaynes as the Hotel Cortez Dottie Dangerfield as Iris the Hotel Manager Champagna Enemea as Liz Taylor Nancy Bocock as That Creepy Monster with a drill-bit dick WITH IGBY Lizzard as Hypodermic Sally. AND Judy Virago as The Countess. Djs Aeryn Pfaff and Regina Thegentlelady keeping it bloody on the dancefloor. Cover $5 at the door - free in haunted drag. The Beaver 1192 Queen St W, 416-537-2768 beavertoronto.ca/ (Gay Owned) Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Zombie classic NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD for FREE! @ Rainbow Cinemas Market Square, 80 Front Street East, Toronto, ON 11:15 PM - 1:15 AM http://rainbowcinemas.ca/Night_Of_The_Living_Dead
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Toronto's LGBT Ballroom Dancing Club Halloween Party @ The Verve. Come as you like with or without a partner; we share. Salsa is always on the schedule. t's Halloween social dance party time! Rainbow Ballroom Toronto invites you to our Halloween Party on Friday, Oct 30th at the VERVE, 120 Homewood Ave., Second Floor Party Room, from 7:00 - 10:30 pm. A fun way to get the evening started, and from there, who knows...it's free but please reply if you are attending as we need to submit our guest list to the security for entry.Feel free to bring a friend or two. BYOB :) Cheers, Rainbow Ballroom Toronto Location Map
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - All Ages Halloween Howl @ High Park Nature Centre. Xplore the haunting side of nature at our “Halloween Howl” night hike. Make your own lantern before hiking through the woodlands to learn the not-so-scary truth about bats, spiders, toads, gnomes and decomposers. Fun for all ages! Costumes are recommended but not mandatory. Please bring a flashlight. The cost is $8.50 per child/adult. Children under 3 years old are free. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM High Park Nature Centre 375 Colborne Lodge Drive, Toronto, ON MORE DETAILS
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - An UNHOLY EVE Dance Party! @ Buddies. 10:00pm - 1:00am. Get your Halloween started early! On October 30th, right after the 8pm performance of Unholy, Nightwood Theatre will take over Buddies In Bad Times Theatre’s cabaret space with an Unholy Eve Dance Party! *STELLAR TUNES by DJ Cozmic Cat http://www.djcozmic.com/ Vegan chili cheese POPCORN from Phat N' Phull. A titillating DOOR PRIZE from Good For Her valued at over $100. BEST COSTUME PRIZE: a $50 gift certificate from Malabar Toronto - Retail & Rental Shop - so dress to impress! Buddies in Bad Times Theatre 12 Alexander, Gay Village Toronto, Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Feministry @ Holy Oak Cafe Weird sisters: This Halloween edition of Feministry is all about controlling your destiny. Dress how you’ve always dreamed, or how you wish to be seen. DJ Cam Lee and special guest Weird L select and share music made by and for fems, womyn, queers, and allies. Holy Oak Cafe, 1241 Bloor St. W. 647-345-2803 http://holyoakcafe.com/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Shindig Presents: Death At The Drive-In @ The Piston. Shindig is back with another Halloween costume contest! Cash prize to the best one! That, along with the best ’50s and ’60s soul and R&B dance music soundtrack provided by DJs Splattermonkey, General Eclectic, and Parkdale Funk. $10. The Piston, 937 Bloor St. W. (West of Ossington Beside the Long & McQuade) Close to the Ossington Subway Station, Queer West, Toronto Ontario 416 532 3989 http://thepiston.ca/press/
Halloween Event - Friday October 30, 2015 - Freak Show @ 99 Sudbury Street Location MapThis Halloween, get ready for a night of mayhem you’ll never forget! 99 Sudbury will be turned into a living, breathing freak show with decor like no other, freaky performers that will make your jaw drop, and 1200+ attendees will dressed up for the wildest Halloween party to ever touch down in Toronto. $15.95 early bird and $19.95 advance tickets available https://www.hive.co/event/6616/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Day of the Dead Celebration @ Artscape – Wychwood Barns. The Día de Los Muertos Collective is a nonprofit that coordinates the efforts of Toronto´s Mexican community to bring a celebration that honors the dead, delights the living, promotes artistic creation and foster community development through tradition. This year: offerings, processions, food, Aztec dance, Aboriginal hand drum songs, traditional wind band and a wide variety of Mexican music, are just some of the experiences that the audience will enjoy as well as traditional food, art, crafts, workshops and altars. Bring a yellow flower for the community altar. FREE 04:00 PM – 10:00 PM Artscape – Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie Street, Toronto ON http://www.diadelosmuertosto.org/wp/
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Death In The Deli - A Murder Mystery Dinner Party @ The Hogtown Cure Deli & Cafe. Join us Saturday, October 31st, Halloween Night at The Hogtown Cure for an exciting evening of dinner, music, magic, burlesque performances... and yes, someone is going to die. Help us solve the mystery of Death in the Deli. Hosted By: Kate Mior and Red Herring with special guests performing throughout the evening.Music by: Mamma Hen and The Roosters Prizes and Giveaways. 3 course Halloween inspired meal including Eye of Newt Soup (contains no eyes) and Cauldrons of Piping Hot Chocolate Fondue. Complimentary welcome cocktail. $ 45 per person for meal and entertainment. Limited seating,Reserve your table at http://www.TheHogtownCure.com or 647-725-5550, 1484 Dundas Street West, N/W corner of Dundas & Dufferin,https://www.facebook.com/events/1645956529013900/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - The Gore-Gore Rollergirls Hallows Eve Party @ Two Bite Saloon. Your favourite Savage Sweethearts http://www.goregorerollergirls.com /are having a dance your costume off party. We are asking our guests to pay what they can towards what is guaranteed to be our most winningness 2016 season. Gore-Gore shots available at bar (TBA) DJ Kitty will be pumping us full of dance all night long! You know you just want to dance with your derby buds on Halloween anyways right?!?! DO IT Two Bite Saloon, 840 Bloor St W, Queer West, Toronto Ontario Phone:(416) 536-8682 http://www.twobitesaloon.com/
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Queer and Trans Family Halloween Hullabaloo @ The 519 community centre 10:30am - 1:30pm. Seasonal crafts, games and activities. Take part in the costume party and parade. This event is designed for queer and trans families and a celebration of LGBTQ diversity. 519 Church St, Toronto gay village neighbourhood.
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Grindr Gay Men's Halloween Night @ The Fly. Hosted by Toronto Drag Queen Sofonda Cox, We've got a night full of tricks and treats in store for you as well as some Grindr swag! Spinning tonight are DJs Mark Falco and Geoff Kelleway Cover $10 to $20 depending on time of arrival The Fly, 6 Gloucester Street (North of Wellesley subway) Gay Toronto Village https://www.facebook.com/events/1087877961225458/
Halloween Event- Saturday October 31, 2015 - Juicebox Halloween Dance Party! @ The Piston. Yay Juicebox falls on Halloween this year so let's do it right proper! $100 to best costume and an array of goodies given out care of The Piston, Kops Records and Steamwhistle! Tunes of the Indie rock/pop/new wave/brit pop styles all night courtesy of Tweed and Dj What's Her Problem?! The Piston, 937 Bloor St. W. (West of Ossington Beside the Long & McQuade) Close to the Ossington Subway Station Queer West, Toronto Ontario 416 532 3989 http://thepiston.ca/press/
Halloween event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Ladies’ Night Toastr @ Wayla Bar.. Put it in your calendar not at White Elephant tonight. DJ Sticky Cuts has all of your Hip Hop, Dancehall, Trap and R&B covered https://soundcloud.com/stickycuts. DJ Ticky Ty http://www.tickyty.com joins Sticky Cuts as guest artist. We heard you - more bartenders to ensure that you get your drinks fast, friendly and fabulously. Doors at 9:30, Prizes for best costume. Wayla Bar 996 Queen St E at Carlaw, Toronto, gay village East ON http://waylabar.ca/
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31 - Seven Siblings Theatre's Halloween Bash! @ The Great Hall. Halloween and Season Launch party! Prepare yourself for an unforgettable night of: Live performance Dance music Horror projection Free candy Costume contests And the announcement of our 2016 Season! Celebrate the best day of the year with Toronto's arts community. Join us at The Great Hall (1087 Queen St W) on October 31st.SevenSiblingsTheatre.ca Early bird tickets are only $10, get them while you can. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31 -A day of Creepy Crafts with Sketch Street Youth Group Firsthand Fair Halloween @ Club 3030 (Junction) In conjunction with Junction BIA's Pumpkinfest and in support of http://sketch.ca/, we will be hosting the Halloween edition of Firsthand Fair. Come out for the following fall festivities: • Spooky artisans • Henna artists • Zombie/Sugar Skull/Special FX make-up artists (book in advance!) • Costume Photo Booth • Pumpkin inspired brunch and full bar service at 3030 • Pumpkin art and more! Noon to 5 PM Free 3030 Dundas West 3030 Dundas St. West https://www.facebook.com/firsthandfair Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Hotnuts Hallowqween with DJ Poisonous Relationship @ The Garrison. Mary Messhausen hosts and DJs Poisonous Relationship and Produzentin spin at this queer Halloween dance party.Poisonous Relationship all the way from Glasgow! We have been listening to her classic house EP Garden of Problems for months. Stream it on the BUTT magazine soundcloud page: https://soundcloud.com/buttmagazine/sets/poisonous-relationship-garden For more Poisonous Relationship:http://www.jamiecrewe.co.uk/poisonous-relationship.html Cover $10 10 PM The Garrison 1197 Dundas St W, Telephone: 416-519-9439.garrisontoronto.com/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
Halloween Event - Saturday October 31, 2015 - Halloween Church Street Gay Village. Meander up and down Church St in your favourite costume. If you don't have the funds to dip into every bar on the 3 small blocks, the street is just as lively (if not more). No special street event planned BIA is broke. and residents didn't like to noise. From Dusk to 9 pm, SLIDE Show from past years. http://www.blogto.com/slideshows/church-street-halloween-block-party
Halloween Event- Sunday November 1, 2015 - Pumpkin Parade @ Trinity Bellwoods Park. Friends of Trinity Bellwoods Park, in partnership with Ward 19 City Councillor Mike Layton, bring you this year’s annual Pumpkin Parade! The parade will take place lining the east-west footpath east of Crawford near Lobb (just north of the playground). Drop off your carved pumpkins along the footpath any time on Sunday with a tea-light inside, then stop by later to see the parade display and enjoy some free hot cider (until it runs out) courtesy of The Lucky Penny General Store and Cafe! 7pm to 10 pm FREE ALL AGES Trinity Bellwoods Park, 790 Queen St. W.http://www.trinitybellwoods.ca/ Queer West, Toronto Ontario
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