Factory Frights: A Brick Works Ghost Walk

Details

This storytelling experience blends fact and fiction, teaching you true details about the history of this iconic Toronto landmark while imagining the spirits that might haunt its historic halls—and, later, your dreams.

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We'll begin around a campfire with a tale from an Indigenous Storyteller. Then, the group will venture into the darkened corners of the Brick Works to hear 3 unique, fictionalized tales that draw on aspects of real history.

These stories of this walk contain violent and frightening content. This walk is not recommended for children.

This experience takes place partially outdoors, and runs rain or shine. Please check the forecast ahead of time to ensure you are dressed appropriately for the weather.

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This walk will begin in Koerner Gardens. Koerner Gardens can be accessed through Building 14, which is attached to the Cafe. See Visitor Map for directions. More details will be shared in an email leading up to this experience.

Parking at the Brick Works is paid, but we are also accessible by TTC and our free shuttle bus which departs from Broadview Station. For those planning to take the shuttle bus, please note that it departs Broadview station at 5:30pm, and the final departure from Evergreen Brick Works is 7:15pm. Please see our Getting Here page for more information.

The closest washrooms are located in Building 14, which attendees will pass through on their way to Koerner Gardens. Please ensure that you've used the washroom prior to the experience commencing at 6pm.

Attendees can arrive as early as 5:45pm to enjoy the campfire, but please note that the experience begins promptly at 6pm. Those arriving after the group departs at 6:15pm are not guaranteed to attend the walk. See agenda below for more details.

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5:45 - 6pm | Settle in around campfire

6pm-6:15pm | Trickster tale + some housekeeping

6:15-6:30pm | Tale of the Greasing Man

6:30pm-6:45pm | Tale of Whistle While You Work

6:45pm-7pm | Tale of the Lost River

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By purchasing a ticket to this walk, you are directly supporting our free Good Mourning festival on November 2nd and 3rd! Check out "Together in Grief" on Nov 2nd to explore interactive art installations, performance, and conversation with community. Check out "Day of the Dead" on Nov 3rd to celebrate your ancestors with the Mexican and Latin American community.

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With any questions, please reach out to f[email protected]

Event Host

Evergreen