From a cat festival to a jewellery show there is plenty to do in the city this weekend. Here is a list of the weekend events around Toronto.
Co-presented with the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies, this one-day festival features the best in cat-themed Internet videos. This year's special guest is Deadmau5.
When: Friday, April 17
Location: TIFF Bell Lightbox
Gardiner Museum: Jewellery Show
Add a pop of colour to your spring wardrobe with a beautiful new statement necklace. The Gardiner Shop's annual jewellery trunk show is back, featuring unique pieces by C'est Joli, Elementals Jewelry, Alynne Lavigne, Eliza Kozuro Jewelry Design, and many more. Light refreshments will also be served at this one-day event.
When: Friday, April 17
Location: Gardiner Museum
Shakesbeer at Toronto's Artscape Wychwood Barns
Enjoy a pint and a slice of pie while watching an abridged version of William Shakespeare's work.
When: Saturday, April 18
Location: Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St.
Evergreen Brick Works: Bike Works DIY Repairs
For those whose bicycles have been sitting in storage all winter, dust them off and head to the Evergreen Brick Works' drop-in workshop where skilled volunteers and staff will be on hand to help tune-up your ride.
When: Starts Saturday, April 18
Location: Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Ave.
Cost: pay-what-you-can
Billed as the "spring epicentre for all things crafty," this one-day event features a variety of handmade goods and vintage finds.
When: Saturday, April 18
Location: The Theatre Centre, 1115 Queen St. W
Cost: $1, children 12 and under are free
International Record Store Day 2015 at Sonic Boom
Calling all music geeks, Sonic Boom on Spadina will host a number of performances this Saturday as part of International Record Store Day. There will also be giveaways and an opportunity to check out exclusive vinyl releases.
When: Saturday, April 18 - Sunday, April 19
Location: Sonic Boom, 215 Spadina Ave.
Join Toronto Zoo staff and critters in an exploration of lakes and oceans. Find out how creatures survive underwater and what makes them different from land animals.
When: Saturday, April 18
Location: Toronto Zoo
Cost: Admission information available online
Evergreen Brick Works presents Spring Community Clothing Swap
Refresh your wardrobe at this sustainable shopping event where you can swap your gently used clothing and accessories for something “new.”
When: Sunday, April 19
Location: Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Ave.
Cost: $3
Evergreen Brick Works: Children’s Book Swap
Clothing isn’t the only thing you can swap. Discover new stories for your little ones at this one-day event that features pre-loved children’s books.
When: Sunday, April 19
Location: Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Ave.
Seinfeld Trivia: April Edition
Calling all Seinfeld geeks, head to the KITCH for a monthly trivia event where you can show off how much you know about this hit television show.
When: Sunday, April 19
Location: KITCH, 229 Geary Ave.
Did we miss any great events? Share yours in the comments section below!
