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It’s the weekend before Christmas! There are a ton of exciting activities happening in Toronto that you don’t want to miss. Here are 10 of the best things to do in Toronto this weekend.
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1. DJ Skate Nights
Join the skating dance party at Harbourfront Centre this weekend! Enjoy vibrant beats by DJ Kimiwan, as you skate along the waterfront. Plus, free skate rentals will be available.
Where: 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto ON M5J 2G8
When: December 21st, 2024 (Starts at 7:30 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
2. Winter Skating at The Bentway
Skating at The Bentway is back this Saturday! Skate along the 220-meter figure-eight loop located under the Gardiner Expressway and enjoy this classic winter activity.
Where: The Bentway (250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9)
When: December 21st, 2024 - February 17th, 2025
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
3. Carnival
This weekend, head to Carnival and enjoy their special 8-course Chef’s Tasting Menu, featuring their most iconic dishes. Happening now until December 31st, this is an experience you don’t want to miss. Plus, to celebrate Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, Carnival will offer live jazz, a magician, and a DJ for a festive, late-night experience!
Where: 369 Keele Street, Toronto, Ontario M6P 2K6
4. Kensington Market Winter Solstice Festival
The 35th annual Kensington Market Winter Solstice Festival is happening this Saturday! Come and celebrate the return of light at this fun street festival!
Where: Intersection of Augusta Ave. and Oxford St
When: December 21st, 2024 (Starts at 6 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Date/Friends
5. Cavalcade of Lights
Head over to Nathan Phillips Square and check out the Cavalcade of Lights. Throughout the season, you can enjoy ice skating and be mesmerized by the enchanting light displays.
Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1)
When: Until January 7th, 2025
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
6. Gay Lea Shortbread Village Holiday Pop-Up
The Gay Lea Shortbread Village Holiday Pop-Up is ending this week. This pop-up features a charming, cookie-themed installation with a miniature shortbread town. Guests will also be able to create their own whimsical shortbread cookie characters. Share on social media with #GayLeaShareJoy and Gay Lea will donate $1 to Habitat for Humanity Canada.
Where: The Well (486 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 0V2)
When: Until December 22nd, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
7. Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before
Check out Cirque Du Soleil’s Twas The Night Before… performance at Meridian Hall. This exciting show will feature thrilling acrobatics, lovable characters, and is a performance that will get you into the festive spirit!
Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1B2)
When: Until January 3rd, 2025
Price: Prices start from $70
Category: Family-friendly
8. TD Union Roller Express
Roller skate for free inside the TD West Carriageway. All gear and skate rentals are free but on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a fun activity to do indoors.
Where: Union Station (55 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5J 1E6)
When: Until February 2nd, 2025
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
9. Reid's Christmas Market
Celebrate the holiday season at Reid’s Distillery’s Christmas Market! Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with photos with Santa, local vendors, holiday activities, warm drinks and cocktails, and delicious food.
Where: Reid's Distillery (32 Logan Avenue, Toronto, ON M4M 2M8)
When: December 21st, 2024 (10 am - 4 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Date/Friends
10. Santa at the Village
This weekend, step into a winter wonderland filled with holiday cheer! Experience old-fashioned toy making, create a classic Christmas card, sip on hot cocoa, listen to festive tales, and see Santa Claus himself.
Where: Black Creek Pioneer Village (1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, Toronto, ON M3J 2P3)
When: December 21st-23rd, 2024 (12 pm - 4 pm)
Price: Free admission - $24.20 + HST
Category: Family-friendly
Community Events
1. All You Can Eat BRUNCH
Enjoy a feast with endless options and bring the little ones—kids 3 and under eat for FREE! Don't miss out on this delicious deal!
Where: King Rustic (905 King Street West)
When: Every Saturday (11:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
2. Art/Wear: Sneakers x Artists
Art/Wear: Sneakers and Artists shows how artist-designed sneakers are blending art with fashion. Featuring big names like Damien Hirst and KAWS, this exhibit explores how sneakers are becoming a new form of art.
Where: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W. Toronto, ON M5S 1W7)
When: October 3rd, 2024 – March 23rd, 2026 (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
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3. Dovercourt Sunday Social
Every Sunday from 6 PM to 11 PM, enjoy a relaxed evening with multi-level dance lessons by Toronto's top schools at 6 PM. Dance Salsa with DJ Azh or Bachata with DJ Mondo in two rooms. Cover is $15, with a $5 discount for arrivals before 8 PM.
Where: Dovercourt Dance House (805 Dovercourt Rd., Toronto)
When: Every Sunday (6:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
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4. Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights
The Winter Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls is Canada’s largest free outdoor light festival. Enjoy millions of lights and impressive displays throughout the city's tourist areas!
Where: Niagara Fall, Canada
When: November 16th, 2024 - January 5th, 2025
Click here for more information.
5. WinterFest at Canada's Wonderland
Canada’s Wonderland transforms into a magical WinterFest, offering ice-skating, live shows, rides, millions of lights, and hundreds of Christmas trees, including two 50-foot trees. Enjoy festive food, holiday activities, and seasonal shopping in Vaughan, just outside Toronto.
Where: Canada's Wonderland (Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6, Canada)
When: November 16th, 2024 - January 4th, 2025
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6. National Ballet of Canada’s The Nutcracker
Enjoy the magic of the holidays with James Kudelka’s The Nutcracker! This fun family show starts at a Christmas Eve party, where siblings Marie and Misha meet magical creatures and visit the beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy. With Tchaikovsky’s music and lovely costumes, it’s a delightful adventure you won’t want to miss!
Where: Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts (145 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON M5H 4G1)
When: December 6th – 31st, 2024
Click here for more information.
7. New York Islanders vs Toronto Maple Leafs
Prepare for a thrilling rivalry game as the Buffalo Sabres take on the Toronto Maple Leafs. With both teams eager to secure a win, expect a high-energy game filled with intense competition, exciting plays, and plenty of action from start to finish!
Where: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto
When: December 21st, 2024 (7:00 PM)
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8. Y2K Holidaze Pop-In Market at JunePlum
Chef Craig Wong and the JunePlum team are partnering with Daymon Green and Desmond Hill from Lounge to bring you an unforgettable holiday experience, with a portion of the proceeds will be going to the CAMH Youth Addiction & Concurrent Disorders Service.
Daymon and Desmond have opened their archives of 25+ years of deadstock and limited-edition streetwear, taking over the entire JunePlum store to showcase a curated collection. Relive the spirit of the 2000s at JunePlum’s Y2K Holidaze Pop-In Market in partnership with The Lounge to continue the legacy of the Community 54 cultural hangout. The market will feature curated one-of-a-kind pieces, exclusive and limited-edition streetwear, the Jerk Jackfruit Jamaican Patty nostalgic décor, and unique gift ideas, this event blends throwback vibes with holiday cheer.
Where: JunePlum by Patois (796 Dundas Street West, Toronto, ON, M6jJ 1V1)
When: December 19 to 22nd, 2024
Click here for more information.
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