The top 10 events in Toronto this October
The top events in Toronto for October welcome a few newcomers by way of the Red Bull Music Festival and two days dedicated to soup. There's a big party at the library and a cask festival. Hasan Minhaj is here and there's lots of free stuff to check out as well.
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Events you might want to check out
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October 7A rising star on the international comedy stage, funnyman Hasan Minhaj arrives in Toronto with his witty and politically-charged humour.Sony Centre for the Performing Arts
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October 8Brewer's Backyard is back with an all-day food and drink festival in the style of the Oktoberfests of the old country.Evergreen Brickworks
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October 9-14Indigenous directors and others from diverse backgrounds look to inspire discussion on gender identity, environmental issues and human rights.Multiple Venues
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October 11-19Feature films and shorts of the horror, thriller and sci-fi persuasion are being screened over nine nights, just in time for spooky season.Cineplex Scotiabank Theatre
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October 17-26New to Toronto, this festival is stacked with performances by DVSN and The Sorority and a Distillery District takeover by Alice Glass.Multiple Venues
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October 20-21Just in time for comfort food season, this new festival is dedicated to all things soup, featuring exhibitors, non-soup food, drinks and more.Garrison Common
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October 25-29Get lost amongst modern art from Canadian and international artists at this big exhibition with panels, events and lectures.Metro Toronto Convention Centre
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October 26Director X, Masai Ujiri, Mary Walsh and Sarain Fox all share their thoughts and ideas about their journeys during the Toronto edition of TEDx.Evergreen Brick Works
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