Checking your credit card bill after a weekend of activities can be scarier than Toronto at rush hour. While there are so many fun things to do in Ontario, prices can quickly add up. It's nice to treat yourself once in a while, but if you're on a budget, it can be hard to stick to it while still going out and exploring. It turns out, the province has tons of activities you can enjoy at no cost. Ontario's free things to do will keep you and your wallet happy all year long. You don't have to give up your paycheque to have some fun once in a while. You can adventure to these free spots to save money while still having a good time. The Toronto Light Festival has so many fantastical illuminated installations to explore, from a glowing mushroom forest to hundreds of dancing fireflies. Sugar Shack TO is the sweetest spot to visit this spring, and you can gaze at glimmering ice sculptures and enjoy everything maple. If you're from the Toronto area, you can check out these free winter activities that are perfect for when you're feeling broke. Leave your wallet behind and explore these affordable places around the province. Explore Brockville Railway Tunnel Price: Free When: Opens April 4, 2020 Address: 1 Block House Island Rd., Brockville, ON Why You Need To Go: Wander through Canada's first railway tunnel, which is illuminated by colourful glowing lights. View this post on Instagram She brings the colour 🌈 A post shared by Reanne (@justreanne) on Sep 2, 2018 at 9:06pm PDT Website Wander Around Allan Gardens Conservatory Price: Free Address: 19 Horticultural Ave., Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: You'll be whisked away to a lush summer garden inside this floral conservatory. View this post on Instagram Snapped by my @lovelylizrrd A post shared by jasmine pazzano (@jazzypazz) on May 20, 2019 at 2:45pm PDT Website Flying Monkeys Brewery Tour Price: Free When: Various times Address: 107 Dunlop St. E., Barrie, ON Why You Need To Go: Take a behind-the-scenes tour of this funky brewery at no cost at all. View this post on Instagram In dog beers, I’ve only had one beer 🍻🐶😇 A post shared by Mel Rojas (@meelirojas) on Aug 4, 2019 at 1:58pm PDT Website Gaze At Art In The AGO Price: Free When: Wednesday nights Address: 317 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: Gaze at stunning art and explore new exhibits at the AGO for free on Wednesday nights. If you're 25 or under, admission is always free. View this post on Instagram Infinity and beyond 🖼 #art #infinityroom A post shared by ☀️ Reena ☀️ (@reenbeen6) on Jan 5, 2020 at 4:56am PST Website Take A Trip To Blumination Dream Trail Price: Free When: Until March 28, 2020 Address: Blue Mountain Village, 156 Jozo Weider Blvd., The Blue Mountains, ON Why You Need To Go: Take a trip down this 1-kilometre illuminated trail for a magical winter adventure. View this post on Instagram My my, hey hey ✌🏼#blumination #dreamtrail A post shared by Monseshinoda (@monseshinoda) on Dec 24, 2019 at 5:36am PST Website Travel To The '80s At Bloor-Yorkville IceFest Price: Free When: February 8-9, 2020 Address: Yorkville Park - 115 Cumberland St., Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: You'll be transported back to the '80s at this nostalgic themed ice sculpture event. View this post on Instagram Кажется самое время надевать кружевное термобелье😅 #winter #ice #icefest #icefestival #icefesttoronto #cold #instafashion #girls #like #follow #model #yorkville #toronto #ontario #canada A post shared by 𝕏𝕖𝕟𝕚𝕪𝕒❄ (@xeniya_sergeevna) on Feb 16, 2019 at 8:34am PST Website Fulton’s Winter Magic & Spring Harvest Price: Free When: February 15, 2020 to April 19, 2020 Address: 399 Sugar Bush Rd., Pakenham, ON Why You Need To Go: Explore frosty trails, historic maple paths, and fly down the toboggan hill at this pancake house and sugar bush. You can also enjoy treats like maple taffy and sleigh rides for $5 or under each. View this post on Instagram 🍁🥞 A post shared by Bri 🍒 (@brianna.a.z) on Mar 11, 2018 at 4:23pm PDT Website Sail Around Wolfe Island Ferry Price: Free Address: Ferry Terminal, Barrack St., Kingston, ON Why You Need To Go: Winter or summer, hop on board this ferry for a 20-minute ride to charming Wolfe Island. You'll get gorgeous views of Kingston's waterfront. View this post on Instagram postin’ like a stamp ✉️ #kingston #ygk A post shared by heather☽ (@heathxo_) on Jul 19, 2018 at 12:30pm PDT Website Explore Niagara Botanical Gardens Price: Free Address: 2565 Niagara Pkwy., Niagara Falls, ON Why You Need To Go: This year-round garden boasts over 2,400 roses and nearly 100 acres of grounds for you to enjoy. View this post on Instagram Me and my cherry! #cherryblossom #botanical #garden #niagara #park #canada #northamerica #travel #travelgram A post shared by LUTHER DAQUIOAG (@lufarlane) on May 8, 2017 at 2:36pm PDT Website Drift Along Rideau Canal Price: Free Address: Rideau Canal, Ottawa, ON Why You Need To Go: Drift along the world's largest naturally frozen ice rink this winter. There are tons of delicious booths to stop at and warm up. View this post on Instagram Feeling like a real Canadian here! 🇨🇦 I spent the last few days on the east coast in Ottawa enjoying the very best winter has to offer. That includes ice skating down the Rideau Canal, the largest skating rink in the world! ⛸ It’s a Canadian tradition that my dad was very exciting I got to enjoy, since when he first moved to Canada in the 60’s it was one of the first activities he ever did! . PS, hope you enjoyed the long exposure! Twas a busy day out on the canal! . #myottawa #explorecanada A post shared by Nadine Sykora | Travel Vlogger (@heynadine) on Feb 12, 2019 at 4:41pm PST Website Eat Some Maple At Sugar Shack TO Price: Free When: March 14-15, 2020 Address: Sugar Beach, Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: This festival is filled with ice sculptures and all things maple! View this post on Instagram Enjoy maple taffy at Sugar Shack TO this weekend March 10-11 @ Sugar Beach from 11am-5pm!🍁 #torontoevents #maplesyrup A post shared by Sharon Chung (@sharonchung.ca) on Mar 8, 2018 at 1:56pm PST Website Springer Market Square Ice Rink Price: Free Address: Springer Market Square, Kingston, ON Why You Need To Go: Glide around this free rink in stunning historic downtown Kingston. View this post on Instagram Helen's skating towards her first legal drink🔞❄️ A post shared by ✰ E M M A ✰ (@_emmasharpless) on Jan 21, 2018 at 12:42pm PST Website Admire Sculptures At Guild Park Price: Free Address: 201 Guildwood Pkwy., Scarborough, ON Why You Need To Go: You can wander around giant sculptures at this hidden Toronto park. View this post on Instagram Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a ...😂🥚🤷🏻♀️ A post shared by Sarah Valencia (@sarahvalencia_) on Nov 6, 2018 at 6:52pm PST Website Smell The Flowers At The Tulip Festival Price: Free When: May 8-18, 2020 Address: Commissioners Park, Ottawa, ON Why You Need To Go: Thousands of blooming tulips will brighten your day at this famous floral festival. View this post on Instagram with the rain comes a rainbow of tulips (and a pair of not-so-white kicks) 🌷 _____ #myottawa #ottawainbloom18 #cdntulipfest #discoveron #explorecanada #ottawa #imagesofcanada #pollygal A post shared by Samantha Song (@samsongseeking) on May 20, 2018 at 6:11am PDT Website Explore The Riverview Park & Zoo Price: Free Address: 1300 Water St., Peterborough, ON Why You Need To Go: This park boasts gorgeous waterfront trails, a waterpark, and a zoo that you can visit for completely free. View this post on Instagram we love camels and each other. A post shared by grace 🌍 (@gracetibbles_) on Aug 12, 2017 at 5:14pm PDT Website Illuminate Your Night At Toronto Light Fest Price: Free When: January 17, 2020 - March 1, 2020 Address: Distillery District, Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: The Distillery District is filled with giant glowing installations that will warm your heart on the coldest winter nights. View this post on Instagram U just got Litt up A post shared by अवीवा (@aviva.pinto) on Jan 31, 2020 at 7:40pm PST Website Visit Rideau Hall Price: Free Address: 1 Sussex Dr., Ottawa, ON Why You Need To Go: Visit this historic hall, home to the Instagrammable tent room that will make you feel like you're at a whimsical circus. View this post on Instagram Don’t grow up. It’s a trap 🤪🎡 #notababylawyer #justababy #articling A post shared by Ece Melisa Celebican 👩🏼⚖️ (@emcelebican) on Aug 21, 2019 at 6:03pm PDT Website Tour Christel Lake Lavender Farm Price: Free When: Opening May 15, 2020 Address: 1381 Scugog Line 12, Greenbank, ON Why You Need To Go: Tour this dreamy lavender farm and stop by the gift shop for some floral products. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dana Vladimirovna✌🏼 (@b.o.g.dana) on Jul 10, 2017 at 3:16pm PDT Website