TORONTO
Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) – Closing Weekend:
The 50th edition wraps with gala screenings, celebrity sightings, and free outdoor films. Rush lines and David Pecaut Square offer access for those without tickets.
Date: September 13–14, 2025
Location: Entertainment District
Cost: Free–Premium ticketed
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Toronto Franchise Show:
Explore business ownership opportunities and meet top franchise brands. Ideal for newcomers and entrepreneurs.
Date: September 13–14, 2025
Location: The International Centre, Mississauga
Cost: Free with registration
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Community Environment Day:
A family-friendly event focused on sustainability, recycling, and lakeside fun.
Date: September 13, 2025
Location: Sir Casimir Gzowski Park
Cost: Free admission
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VANCOUVER
Bard on the Beach – Final Weekend:
Experience Shakespeare with a view—world-class performances in a seaside tent with mountain backdrops.
Date: September 13–15, 2025
Location: Vanier Park
Cost: $30–$70
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Car Free Day Vancouver:
Twenty blocks of Main Street transform into a pedestrian-powered celebration with music, food, and local vendors.
Date: September 14, 2025
Location: Main Street
Cost: Free admission
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MONTREAL
JACKALOPE Action Sports Festival:
A high-energy spectacle featuring skateboarding, BMX, bouldering, and breakdancing competitions.
Date: September 12–14, 2025
Location: Jacques Cartier Pier, Old Port
Cost: Free admission
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Grand Prix Cycliste de Montréal:
Watch elite cyclists tackle Mount Royal in one of the world’s most prestigious urban races.
Date: September 14, 2025
Location: Mount Royal
Cost: Free to watch
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Festival Quartiers Danses:
Contemporary dance performances in public spaces and theatres across the city.
Date: September 13–15, 2025
Location: Multiple venues
Cost: Free–Ticketed
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CALGARY
Cavalry FC vs. Halifax Wanderers:
Canadian Premier League soccer showdown in a stunning outdoor stadium.
Date: September 13, 2025
Location: ATCO Field, Spruce Meadows
Cost: $25–$45
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Chinatown Lantern Festival:
A magical evening of lantern displays, food trucks, and cultural performances.
Date: September 14, 2025
Location: Chinatown
Cost: Free admission
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Cirque du Soleil: Echo:
Acrobatics, storytelling, and visual wonder under the big top.
Date: September 13–15, 2025
Location: Stampede Park
Cost: $60–$120
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Saskatoon Farm Harvest Market:
Local vendors, tractor rides, beer gardens, and fall produce—perfect for families.
Date: September 13–14, 2025
Location: Saskatoon Farm, Okotoks
Cost: Free admission
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EDMONTON
Down by the River Music Festival:
Live music, food trucks, and river views—Edmonton’s laid-back festival vibe at its best.
Date: September 13–14, 2025
Location: Louise McKinney Park
Cost: Free admission
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Asiafest Night Market:
Over 90 vendors serving Asian cuisine, crafts, and entertainment in a vibrant night market setting.
Date: September 12–14, 2025
Location: Currents of Windermere
Cost: Free admission
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Morgan Wallen Live:
Country superstar performs back-to-back stadium shows—expect packed crowds and high-energy sets.
Date: September 13–14, 2025
Location: Commonwealth Stadium
Cost: $75–$200
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HALIFAX
Maritime Heritage Festival:
A family-friendly waterfront celebration featuring historic ship tours, live music, touch tanks, and interactive marine exhibits.
Date: September 13–14, 2025
Location: Halifax Waterfront
Cost: Free admission
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Atlantic International Film Festival (AIFF):
A showcase of global cinema with screenings, panels, and red carpet moments. A must-attend for film lovers.
Date: September 12–17, 2025
Location: Cineplex Park Lane, Halifax
Cost: Ticketed
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Musique Royale Concert + Inspired Dinner:
Enjoy classical music at Clam Harbour Church followed by a locally sourced dinner at the Cookhouse.
Date: September 13, 2025
Location: Clam Harbour, NS
Cost: Ticketed (dinner reservations required)
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WINNIPEG
Winnipeg Free Giveaway Weekend:
Declutter or treasure hunt—residents place reusable items curbside for free pickup. A citywide sustainability celebration.
Date: September 13–14, 2025
Location: Citywide
Cost: Free
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We Are All Treaty People Celebration:
A cultural event with Indigenous and non-Indigenous performers, crafts, food, and storytelling.
Date: September 14, 2025
Location: The Forks Centre Field
Cost: Free admission
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Canada Life Free Sundays @ WAG-Qaumajuq:
Explore Inuit and contemporary art at Winnipeg’s premier gallery—free for all visitors.
Date: September 14, 2025
Location: Winnipeg Art Gallery – Qaumajuq
Cost: Free admission
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SASKATOON
Saskatoon Ribfest:
Award-winning ribs, live music, and family fun in the heart of the city.
Date: September 12–14, 2025
Location: Kinsmen Park
Cost: Free admission (food for purchase)
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Everything Country Outdoor Market:
Handmade goods, antiques, produce, and animals—Saskatchewan’s largest outdoor market.
Date: September 13, 2025
Location: Wilson’s Lifestyle Centre
Cost: Free admission
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SUP, Sauna & Glamping at Camp Wolf Willow:
A weekend escape with paddleboarding, wood-fired saunas, and luxury camping.
Date: September 13–14, 2025
Location: Camp Wolf Willow
Cost: Ticketed
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