Spring Photo Walk with Tdot Shots from Allan Gardens to Queens Park on May 9, 2026

Welcome. The Tdot Shots GTA photo community and friends are meeting up for this free photo walk to enjoy the ultimate Toronto spring blooms. Starting at Allan Gardens famous greenhouses and then strolling across downtown to the lovely Queens Park. This outing bookends two of the lushest natural spots in central Toronto.

Neighbourhoods and Sightseeing on this walk
Allan Gardens and Queen’s Park are first tier landmarks in the city perfect for locals and tourists alike to explore and enjoy. The stretch between them is a dynamic part of the urban core straddling the area of the east side  Downtown Yonge BIA, and the central government-university-hospital row adjacent University Ave.

Photo Walk Meetups
Our meetups are fun events with an emphasis on enjoying shooting new spots, learning a bit from other creators, and exploring the city. This event is open to all. Bring your comfortable shoes and your best camera.

Event time and route
4 pm – 6:30 pm Saturday May 9
Meet at SW corner of Carlton and Sherbourne.
Map link: https://share.google/LC2WHx5qxeZWxfLuT
Allan Gardens closes at 5 pm so be sure to arrive on time. The walk will take about 2 or 2.5 hours. This is an accessible 2 km route across Carlton Street and College Street. Bonus: Depending on timing and energy level, at the end of the walk you may explore the east side of the U of T campus.

About Tdot Shots and Tdot.cc
Founded in 2018, Tdot Shots is led by designer and curator Mike Simpson. Follow @tdot_shots on Instagram and visit our website at tdotshots.com. You invite you to contribute a post at our main site or community and ticket site Tdot.cc. Got an event idea? Reach out to collaborate.

Register on Tdot.cc
Please RSVP to receive your update email on the morning of the event.

Route is subject to change and is weather dependent. Usually we walk rain or shine. In the case of extreme weather we may postpone. Our rain date is Sunday of the same weekend.

Thanks for your support and see you soon
Can’t wait to see you on the photo walk! Feel free to email with your questions and suggestions.

Mike

Designer, Curator, Educator
Tdot Shots, Tdot.cc, Tdot.com
(Follow me: @tdot_mike on IG)