Things to do this weekend in Toronto: February 14 to 17

Valentine’s Day and Family Day take place this weekend in Toronto, and Black History Month marches on with all kinds of fun events. Get your heart rate going with activities coming up over the long weekend.

February 14

Toronto Black Film Festival

Explore different perspectives at this fest highlighting Black filmmakers.

When: Feb. 12 to 17
Where: Multiple venues
Cost: Varies

Underground Comedy Railroad

Laugh it up with this all-Black comedy tour when they make their stop in Toronto.

When: Feb. 14
Where: Comedy Bar, 2800 Danforth Ave.
Cost: $30

Silent Legacy

Check out this duet with dancers Adeline Kerry Cruz and Siaska Chareyre.

When: Feb. 14 to 15
Where: Fleck Dance Theatre
Cost: Starting at $39

IllumiNite

Art installations are lighting up the night with interactive fun in a downtown neighbourhood.

When: Feb. 14 to March 2
Where: Downtown Yonge
Cost: Free

Sweet City Fest

Got a sweet tooth? You won’t want to miss this huge event with tons of treats.

When: Feb. 11 to 23
Where: Stackt
Cost: Free

Valentines Day Kinky Night Market

Enjoy performances, cocktails and spicy workshops all while you browse this sexy market.

When: Feb. 14
Where: 1233 Queen St. W.
Cost: $5

February 15

Rock Harder

At this break dancing event, participants battle it out through artistic expression.

When: Feb. 15 to 16
Where: Lakeside Terrace
Cost: $5

Masterclass: Syreeta Hector

This movement session probes into identity, race, and ballet and how they all intersect.

When: Feb. 15, 2 p.m.
Where: The Power Plant
Cost: Free

Maple Syrup Festival

Wintertime is the perfect season to celebrate one of the most Canadian ingredients, maple syrup.

When: Feb. 15 to 17
Where: Harbourfront Centre
Cost: Starting at $17

I Heart Beer and Taco Fest

Sample tacos and beer to your heart’s content at this festival celebrating the popular pairing.

When: Feb. 15
Where: Enercare Centre
Cost: Starting at $14.99

February 16

Fire & Ice: A Celebration of Greek Mythology & Winter Wonders

Hang out at fire pits and sip hot drinks while taking in fire and LED performances.

When: Feb. 16 to 17
Where: Greektown
Cost: Free to attend

Sunday Brunch at Steadfast Brewing

Head to a brewery for a beer-fuelled brunch session with vegan eats provided by Aunty Em’s.

When: Feb. 16
Where: Steadfast Brewing
Cost: Free to attend

Break for Love

DJs Kenny Glasgow, Starting From Scratch, Yogi and Dave Campbell will be bringing the house music classics to keep the long weekend going.

When: Feb. 16.
Where: Hush Hush
Cost: Starting at $22.63

February 17

Magic and Illusion Show

Celebrate the magic of Family Day with a fun show of illusions.

When: Feb. 17, 2 p.m.
Where: Stackt
Cost: Free

Tex Rexman

This self-professed “comedy cowboy” does stunts and lasso tricks along with telling jokes.

When: Feb. 17, 3:30 p.m.
Where: Stackt
Cost: Free