Toronto on the Cheap

Once again, the Telus TAIWANfest is back at the Harbourfront Centre. It’s three days of celebrating everything that is “Taiwan”. This year’s event takes place Friday, August 27 through Sunday, August 29, 2010. Admission is FREE. Here are some of the highlights: Taiwanese films – E Sha Age Performances – Rom Shing Hakka Opera, The [...]

Today’s DEAL is at 401 Mini Indy. Pay $20 for 40 Indoor Go-Kart Laps at 401 Mini-Indy. That’s a savings of $30 (60% Off their regular price).  Quantities are limited. This offer is good until the end of today. If you’re interested in today’s DEAL, click on the bright red “Buy” button before the the [...]

This year’s Scotiabank Buskerfest will be on August 26 to 29, 2010. As usual, be prepared to be wowed by the skills of more than 100 Top buskers from Canada, United States, Hungary, Argentina, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Performers include FlameOz, Bendy Em, Victor Rubilar, Suspended Animation Circus, Aidan [...]

Fall is just around the corner. So get out there and have some fun this weekend. Here’s a list of FREE events for you to choose from. Canadian National Exhibition (This one’s not free, but you get a lot for the price of an admission) Festival in the Square, Música Latina Caliente Fortune Cooking Food [...]

City Parent will be giving out FREE Loot bags at Wild Water Kingdom  on Saturday, August 14, 2010. These loot bags contain information inserts, coupons to attractions, and samples from food and personal care companies, and more. So bring the kids, get a FREE loot bag, and make it a fun day at Wild Water [...]

Be an “Early Bird”. Buy your tickets before August 20, 2010, and SAVE up to 31% on admission tickets to the CNE. Here’s the DEAL: Admission Pass. Early Bird price $12 (Reg. $16) Ride All Day Pass. Early Bird price $36 (Reg. $52) Order your tickets online, and get the following: One FREE Tiny Tom [...]

Artisans at the Distillery is having a Mid-Summer Craft show from July 31, 2010 through August 2, 2010. All crafts are Canadian made. The show features hand-crafted jewellery, ceramics, dolls, hats, clothing, gourmet food, textiles, photography, etc. Admission is FREE. Everyone is welcome. The Distillery District is located at: 55 Mill St (King & Parliament). [...]

Mark your calendars for the 22nd Annual Beaches International Jazz Festival. Date: July 16 to 25, 2010. Come and enjoy great music in various locations throughout the Beaches. Admission is FREE. Three locations. WOODBINE PARK. July 16 to 18. Performances at 3 Stages – TD Canada Trust Main Stage, New Generation Stage, Youth Stage. Check [...]

The good folks at T & T Supermarket have a special DEAL for customers interested in seeing the Terracotta Warriors display at the Royal Ontario Museum. Save $5 when you book the ticket online. Offer good until September 6, 2010. To purchase your tickets, go online to www.rom.on.ca/terracottaarmy,  and use discount code: T&T.

Planning a holiday to Las Vegas this summer? Expedia.ca has some sweet deals on accommodations for you. From now through August 31, 2010, you can Save up to 40% on hotels in Las Vegas. Some examples include: Circus Circus Hotel & Casino: 30% off.  Sale price from $22.00 per night (reg. $31.00) Luxor Hotel & [...]

Harbourfront Centre presents Longos FREE flicks at the Sirius Stage every Wednesday nights at 8:45 p.m. or 9:00 p.m. Longos  FREE flicks run weekly through to August 11, 2010. Here’s the schedule: Eat Drink Man Woman – July 14. 8:45 p.m. Super Size Me – July 21. 9:00 p.m. In The Mood For Love – [...]

Harbourfront Centre presents the Beats, Breaks & Culture festival from July 9 to 11, 2010. Admission is FREE. This year’s performers include Jeremy Glenn,  Kid Koala with the Slew, Rakim, Rich Aucoin, Rynecologist, The Heavy, TMDP, Wallo Judah, and others. Check out the Long & McQuade Lounge, Breaks, Beats & Roller Derby, OCAD projects, Redpath [...]

If you’re a holder of a valid TTC Metropass, you’re in luck for some great savings to some of our major attractions. Metropass Hot Dealz lets you take in the sights of what makes Toronto a great place to visit (or you can pretend you’re a tourist for the day). Just present a valid TTC [...]

City Parent will be giving out FREE Loot bags at Ontario Place  on Saturday July 10, 2010. These loot bags contain information inserts, coupons to attractions, and samples from food and personal care companies, and more. So bring the kids, get a FREE loot bag, and make it a fun day at Ontario Place. For [...]

The temperature may be hot in Orlando, but Expedia.ca has a DEAL that’s even hotter (or cooler depending on when you choose to travel). From now through July 31, 2010, you can Save 45% off a flight + hotel vacation package. An added bonus: Get FREE breakfast with your stay. Good for travel through December [...]

From July 9 through July 11, 2010, three days of creativity will grace Nathan Phillips Square at the Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition. Admission is FREE. This exhibition features more than 500 artists showing works of art in painting, ceramics, photography, sculpture and more. Hours are: Friday & Saturday 10:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sunday 10:30 [...]

Yearning to visit some of Toronto’s historic sites this summer? Every weekend from July 3 to August 29, 2010, you can get FREE admission to the following historic sites. Colborne Lodge: 416-392-6916. Fort York: 416-392-6907. Gibson House: 416-395-7432. Mackenzie House: 416-392-6915. Scarborough Museum: 416-338-8807. Todmorden Mills: 416-396-2819. Have fun while experiencing how life was like [...]

The best way to enjoy a summer’s night is to watch a FREE movie at Yonge-Dundas Square. Every Tuesday night  from July 6 to August 31, 2010, Yonge-Dundas Square will be transformed into a giant outdoor movie theatre. Here’s this summer’s FREE Movie lineup. Movies start at 8:30 p.m. except for double billings. Tuesday, July [...]

City Parent will be giving out FREE Loot bags at the CN Tower on Saturday July 3, 2010. These loot bags contain information inserts, coupons to attractions, and samples from food and personal care companies, and more. So bring the kids, get a FREE loot bag, and make it a fun day at the CN [...]

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 20, 2010. If you’re still undecided about what to get Dad, here are some ideas for that special day. Lowe’s. First 300 customers between June 18 through 20 will receive Free Father’s Day gifts. Free Kobalt lock back knife on Friday, Free Kobalt 25′ tape measure on Saturday, Free Kobalt [...]