10 Fun Things to Do in Etobicoke in October, 2018

Looking for something to do this month? We’ve got your go-to guides of fun things to do in Etobicoke!

Just because summer is over that doesn’t mean that you’ll suddenly run out of fun things to do. After all, this is Etobicoke we’re talking about here, and if we know one thing about our local area, it’s got to be the fact that there is always so much going on. That said, let’s go over 10 fun things to do in Etobicoke in October. Let’s get started!

1. Shades of Old Islington: Graveyard & Tavern Tour

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When: Saturday & Sunday, October 27th & 28th

Where: Montgomery’s Inn, 4709 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9A 1A8

Cost: $25

This Halloween, you can enjoy a tour of Montgomery’s Inn with a scary twist. Enjoy spooky refreshments and hear chilling stories while touring the inn and Pioneer Cemetery by candlelight.

2. An Open Rehearsal at Etobicoke Collegiate Institute

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When: Wednesday, October 3rd, 7:30pm – 10pm

Where: Etobicoke Collegiate Institute, 86 Montgomery Road, Toronto ON, M91 3N5

Ever wondered what would be like to play in a band? Well, if you want that idea to become a reality, you can head over to the open rehearsal at Etobicoke Collegiate Institute for a chance to join Etobicoke Community Concert Band. Bring your instrument and help them prepare for an upcoming season.

3. Oktoberfest Party at Islington Seniors Centre

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When: Wednesday, October 24th, 4pm – 6:30pm

Where: Islington Seniors Centre, 4968 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M9A 1B7

Cost: $15.50

What better way to round out the month of October than with an Oktoberfest?! There’ll be dinner and entertainment, as well as a 50/50 raffle and gift basket raffle.

4. Flaming Star Elvis Festival

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When: Friday – Sunday, October 19th – 21st

Where: Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport Hotel, 33 Carlson Court, Toronto ON, M9W 6H5

Cost: $25 – $45

Are you a fan of Elivis Presley and his music? If you are, then you should definitely visit the Flaming Star Elvis Festival which is celebrating its fifth anniversary. This festival will be taking place at Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport Hotel and will feature around 30 Elvis Tribute Artists.

5. ESS Annual Dine for Dignity Fundraising Gala

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When: Sunday, October 21st, 4:30pm – 8:30pm

Where: Panemonte Banquet Centre, 220 Humberline Drive, Toronto ON, M9W 5Y4

Cost: $85 (with $30 eligible for tax deduction)

Helping those in need is, without a doubt, one of the best feelings in the world. So if you want to fill your heart with joy, why not join buy a ticket for the Annual Dine for Dignity Fundraising Gala? Help raise funds for all sorts of caring services and programs designed to support seniors and caregivers. This elegant evening will feature special guests Jerry Howarth and Michael Vanhevel. On top of that, you’ll enjoy a delicious four-course dinner, raffle prizes, and an array of silent auction items.

6. Annual Halloween Freakout at 401 Mini-Indy Go-Karts

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When: Saturday, October 27th, 8pm – 3am

Where: 401 Mini-Indy Go-Karts, 37 Stoffel Dr., Toronto ON

Cost: $40

What better way to get into the Halloween mode than to enjoy some mind-bending, bone-chilling beats at the 14th Annual Halloween Freakout with Andy C, Rusko, and Dirtyphonics, among many others. Party attendees must be over 19.

7. Kids Halloween Crafts at Brentwood Library

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When: Saturday, October 27th, 2pm – 3pm

Where: 36 Brentwood Road North, Toronto ON, M8X 2B5

Aside from trick-or-treating, making Halloween crafts is something that children thoroughly enjoy at this time of the year. But on top of being a fun activity, crafting represents a pretty unique way to spark their creativity. Treat your kids and yourself by taking them to Brentwood Public Library and making fun, and maybe scary, Halloween delights.

8. Humber Valley United Church Ladies Night Out

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When: Wednesday, October 24th, 6pm – 9pm

Where: Humber Valley United Church, 76 Anglesey Blvd., Toronto ON, M9A 3C1

Cost: $30

Any ladies out there looking for a fun outing? Head to Humber Valley United Church and enjoy the spectacular Ladies Night Out. There will be wine and a light dinner, plus a bake sale. A bonus is the silent auction where you can find all sorts of purses, wallets, and belts. There’ll also be a special guest speaker, Tricia Hasenclever, to entertain attendees with her talk, “Learn to Laugh.”

9. Haunted High Park After Dark

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When: Saturdays, October 14th – 28th, 7pm – 9pm

Where: Colborne Lodge, 11 Colborne Lodge Dr, Toronto, ON

Do you love the spooky side of Halloween? Then this could be the perfect event for you. Hear about legends of ghosts at High Park and 19th century funeral traditions, and even experience a séance.

10. Shared Interests at Fellowship Christian Reformed Church

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When: Thursdays, 3pm – 4:30pm

Where: 800 Burnhamthorpe RD., Toronto ON, M9C 4V3

This great initiative sees older adults passing on their wealth of knowledge to high school students. If you are an older adult and you have energy to spare, then you should consider being part of this exciting weekly gathering at Fellowship Christian Reformed Church. Whether you want to chat about playing chess or Scrabble or teach young people to knit, you are bound to have some fun and maybe even learn something yourself.

As always, there are tons of fun things to do in Etobicoke! Whatever you decide to get up to, we hope you have a wonderful October, from your ThompsonSells team!

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