Here’s to another week in the city! We’re loving every second of it. There are tons of things to do in Toronto this week that will make you want to head out and get some fresh air.
Want to know what’s going on in the city? Here are 10 of the best things to do this week in Toronto.
Steak and wine nights are now on Mondays, especially at The Drake. Enjoy an 8 oz bavette with whiskey peppercorn sauce, crispy hand-cut fries, and half-price bottles of wine. And what’s dinner without some sounds? DJ Sinner & James will be spinning a blend of chill house and deep bass.
When: Mondays (May 18, 2026)
Time: 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: The Drake Hotel – 1150 Queen St. W.
Cost: $38+
Experience a guided Negroni tasting experience inside Charlemagne Cocktail Bar – a cozy hideaway tucked above Café Renée. Your ticket includes a classic Negroni, three Negroni Family Tree variation samples, a food pairing to match the cocktails and a Campari keepsake.
When: Monday, May 18 to Friday, May 22, 2026
Time: 6 p.m. (several timeslots)
Where: Charlemagne Cocktail Bar inside Café Renée – 100 Portland St.
Cost: $80+ tax
Down for some trivia? Head to the Rivoli for what organizers call, the “dopest pop culture quiz in town that pops with personality and the right amount of chaos!”
When: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Rivoli Toronto – 334 Queen St. W.
Cost: Free
Are you the type of person who knows absolutely everything? Maybe you’re a trivia pro! If you are, make your way to Snakes and Lattes on May 19 for an evening of general knowledge fun.
When: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: 600 Bloor St W.
Cost: $12+
LA Notte brings the best of a night out — drinks and good eats paired with live music. Juno award-winning artist Sean Jones is taking up a live music residency at Primadonna, performing on Thursdays. Tickets for the experience start at $25, but if you want dinner, which of course you do, prix fixe eats start at $65. Reservations can be made online.
When: Thursdays (May 21, 2026)
Time: 8 p.m. to late
Where: Primadonna – 600 King St. W., 4th floor.
Cost: Starting at $25
Imagine Dragons is kicking off opening night at the RBC Amphitheatre. And if you don’t want to miss out on what will surely be a magical night, you can still get tickets online.
When: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: 909 Lake Shore Blvd. W., RBC Amphitheatre
Cost: $306+
Not only does it sell fresh fruits and veggies, but you can also find meat and dairy products, prepared foods, baked goods, preserves, and more. The Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers Market is open every Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m.
When: Thursdays
Time: 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Dufferin Grove Clubhouse at the Northwest corner of the park – 875 Dufferin St.
You’ll get the chance to shop over 500 Hello Kitty and Friends products, including an exclusive surprise. The Racing Club Vinyl Plush Pendant Surprise Box is an exclusive launch that can only be found at the Canadian pop-up.
When: Until Sunday, May 24, 2026
Time: Store hours
Where: Scarborough Town Centre – 300 Borough Dr.
Cost: Free to attend
Now until May 30, 2026, Bar Reyna Yorkville is celebrating its 10th anniversary, offering guests 10 percent off their bill.
Other specials during the month include a special anniversary cocktail, a birthday party on May 26 and Reyna’s Unapologetic Drag Brunch on May 31, 2026
When: Month of May 2026
Time: varies
Where: Bar Reyna – 158 Cumberland St.
Cost: Varies
Another immersive experience is in Toronto, and this time it’s brought a vibrant, dreamlike world to life. Claude Monet: The Immersive Experience will feature over 300 of Monet’s creations, transforming them into interactive works of art.
When: Running until spring 2026; Daily times, closed Tuesdays
Time: Timed entries
Where: YZD — 30 Hanover Rd.
Cost: $32.90 for adults, and $24.90 for children
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