5 free things to do in Toronto this week

Free events in Toronto this week mean your wallet can rest easy because there's lots of stuff happening that won't cost you a dime. If you see pants-less people riding the subway, don't be alarmed: the No Pants Subway Ride is back alongside films and another round of icy grooves.

Free events you don't want to miss

Date

About the Event

Location
- Citizenfour
  
  January 8
  
  Citizenfour
  
  This documentary looks at how Edward Snowden uncovered a massive government surveillance program that's made him both a hero and villain.
  
  Ryerson Image Arts Centre
- Grand Opening of the Staples Store Experience
  
  January 10
  
  Grand Opening of the Staples Store Experience
  
  Staples Canada is transforming into a new concept space and celebrating the opening with free drinks, giveaways, tours and speakers.
  
  Staples Canada
- DJ Skate Nights
  
  January 12
  
  DJ Skate Nights
  
  Shimmy, shake and do The Hustle on ice this Saturday as Beam Me Up DJ Diana McNally spins all the best disco, funk, soul, boogie, jazz and more.
  
  Natrel Rink
- No Pants Subway Ride
  
  January 13
  
  No Pants Subway Ride
  
  Strip it down and hop on at Imrpov Every's annual No Pants Subway Ride happening alongside pants-less subway rides all over the world.
  
  TTC
- When The Curtain Rises
  
  January 13
  
  When The Curtain Rises
  
  The first of three free films in this series, When The Curtain Rises tells the story about getting through difficult times with the help of family and friends.
  
  Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema