For the month of October, the Riverside BIA and our friends from several community organizations/groups have prepared a spooktacular lineup of activities for the whole family to enjoy. Mark your calendars and get your costumes ready — here’s what’s happening in Toronto’s Riverside this Halloween:
RIVERSIDE HALLOWEEN FEST
Date & Time: Sunday, October 26th | 11am-3pm
Location: Joel Weeks Park (10 Thompson St)
Enjoy free pumpkin patch, treats, face painting, photo booth, dog costume party, a local vendors market and more surprises! Get your costumes ready for the spook-tacular annual Riverside Halloween Fest with tons of activities for the whole family (including pets). Hosted by the Riverside BIA and Toronto Dog Moms. More details and FREE tickets HERE.
HOWL’O’WEEN PARTY
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 28th | 3:30pm-5:30 pm
Location: Ralph Thornton Community Centre (765 Queen St E)
Calling all little ghouls and goblins! Get ready for a fun-filled Halloween celebration that’s going to be a treat (free treat bags, while quantities last!). For children and their caregivers. Presented by the Ralph Thornton Community Centre, South Riverdale Child-Parent Centre and the Toronto Public Library Queen/Saulter Branch. Get your FREE tickets HERE.
DEGRASSI PUMPKIN PARADE
Date & Time: Saturday, November 1st | 6pm-8pm
Location: Degrassi Street Park (125 De Grassi St)
One last time to let your jack ‘o lantern shine! Bring your pumpkins out to Degrassi Street Park, take part in a community pumpkin parade, and leave your pumpkin for composting by the City of Toronto.
To stay updated on the latest events and programming in the neighbourhood, check out @riverside_bia on Instagram and the Riverside Blog!