35 things to do in Toronto this weekend

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GLOW

November 28 - January 4

GLOW

Get ready to be lost in a winter wonderland as this huge new indoor Christmas festival brings with it over 50,000 lights, food, drinks and shopping.

Toronto Congress Centre
Cher

November 29

Cher

The one and only glam queen Cher is back as part of her Here We Go again tour to blow the roof off with her classic mega hits.

Scotiabank Arena
Union Station Skating Rink

November 29 - January 4

Union Station Skating Rink

Lace up for the opening of Toronto's newest outdoor skating rink as Union Station welcomes in folks to zip across the ice free of charge.

Union Station
Cavalcade of Lights

November 30

Cavalcade of Lights

The dark night sky is about to be lit up during this free fireworks show alongside the first lighting of the Christmas tree, music and skating.

Nathan Phillips Square
Horror-Rama

November 30 - December 1

Horror-Rama

Cult and horror movies are at the centre of this big film festival with special guests, shopping, attractions and lots more over two days.

918 Bathurst
Evergreen's Winter Village

November 30 - December 22

Evergreen's Winter Village

Evergreen Brick Works is turning into a winter village this December that's free to check out and includes skating, games, food, drinks and shopping.

Evergreen Brick Works
A Nutcracker Christmas at the Castle

December 1 - January 5

A Nutcracker Christmas at the Castle

Casa Loma is once again transforming into a winter wonderland for a season of holiday fun, including light displays, performances, skating and lots more.

Casa Loma
Tunnel of Glam

December 1 - January 6

Tunnel of Glam

Back again is this sparkly walkthrough to feature over 14 million reversible sequins covering the entire space.

Yonge + St. Clair

Events you might want to check out

Date

About the Event

Location

The Thirsty Elf

November 28 - December 21

The Thirsty Elf

Tacky Christmas sweaters, kitschy decor and festive cocktails are on at this pop-up holiday bar inside Toronto's smallest bar.

Fairmont Royal York
Everything To Do With Sex Show

November 29 - December 1

Everything To Do With Sex Show

Take your freak game to the next level at this huge show that showcases the newest innovations in sex products for all kinds of bedroom fun.

International Centre
Light Up The Beach

November 29 - February 15

Light Up The Beach

The Beaches is getting into the holiday spirit as the annual lights festival returns with thousands of twinkling lights that will line the boardwalk.

The Beaches Boardwalk
Polar Bear Dip

November 30

Polar Bear Dip

Folks are preparing for the ultimate brain freeze as they take the plunge in the name of youth mental health programming by running into the lake.

Woodbine Beach

Music

Date

About the Event

Location

Brockhampton

November 29

Brockhampton

Get ready to groove with the boys of Brockhampton, as their smooth raps set over R&B beats will have you swaying all night.

Coca-Cola Coliseum
Prozzäk

November 30

Prozzäk

Calling all 90s kids for a final performance by animated pop duo Prozzäk as they wrap up 20 years of beats with a farewell tour.

The Danforth Music Hall
The Menzingers

December 1

The Menzingers

With a sound that meshes punk, pop and indie, The Menzingers are ready to rip up the stage alongside Tigers Jaw and Culture Abuse.

Phoenix Concert Theatre

Film

Date

About the Event

Location

Videodrunk Film Festival

November 28-30

Videodrunk Film Festival

The best of underground and experimental film, horror and alternative comedy cinema is screening at this annual festival and its new location.

The Grand Gerrard
Akira

November 29

Akira

Anime lovers are in for a treat as the classic 1988 film gets a final screening before being taken out of circulation theatrically starting in December.

The Royal Cinema
48 Hour Film Project

December 1

48 Hour Film Project

Catch a selection of short films of the year at this festival with 15 works by Toronto filmmakers who had just 48 hours to create their works.

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema

Parties

Date

About the Event

Location

Friday Night Live

November 29

Friday Night Live

#FNL is back and things are getting supernatural inside the old museum during this party dedicated to vampires and the occult.

Royal Ontario Museum
Metaverse

November 29

Metaverse

Get ready to go bump in the night at this big interactive party experience with hot beats all night, aerial performances and circus acts.

Phoenix Concert Theatre
New Ho Queen

November 29

New Ho Queen

It's a celebration of queer Asian culture with a night of music, dance and good vibes courtesy of a stellar lineup of local DJs spinning all night.

Round
Yohomo

November 30

Yohomo

Things are going to get sweaty as Yahoo returns with a night of dance to feature local DJs, dancers, smoke, lights, mirrors and a new location.

Luné
Hey Girl Hey

November 30

Hey Girl Hey

It's a long overdue tribute to the queen of avant electro pop FKA twigs with a night of dress up and dance in honour of her new album Magdalene.

The Baby G

Markets and pop-ups

Date

About the Event

Location

Indigenous Artisan Marketplace

November 29 - December 1

Indigenous Artisan Marketplace

Works by Indigenous artists are on at this big market with handmade items and crafts including beadwork, clothing, jewellery and more.

Native Canadian Centre of Toronto
The Come Up Market

November 30

The Come Up Market

Art, fashion, beauty and cool finds make up this market dedicated to emerging makers that specialize in streetwear, hairstyling and services.

Northern Contemporary Gallery
Chanukah Market

December 1

Chanukah Market

A celebration of Jewish food culture is on at this huge market with festive treats, gifts, entertainment, music and cooking demos.

Artscape Wychwood Barns
Flamingo Market

December 1

Flamingo Market

Toronto's LGBTQ2SIA+ business owners and makers are dropping by for this market with lots of unique gifts, artwork, crafts and cool finds.

Buddies in Bad Times
Merry Moose Market

December 1

Merry Moose Market

This small but mighty market is where you'll find lots of unique gifts with local makers selling treats, art, handmade goods and more.

ildsjel collective
Shuk Machane Yehuda

December 1-2

Shuk Machane Yehuda

Traditional Middle Eastern food and goods are at the centre of this huge market with speciality goods like olives, dried fruit, bourekas, candy and spices.

Promenade Mall
GH Marketplace

December 1

GH Marketplace

This market features a carefully selected group of makers that work at the intersections of art, design, craft and fashion.

Gladstone Hotel
Ontario Vintage Market

December 1-22

Ontario Vintage Market

A big selection of vintage clothing, accessories and furniture is on at this market with sells from all over the province dropping by.

Evergreen Brick Works

Ongoing events

Date

About the Event

Location

Biennial of Art

September 21 - December 1

Biennial of Art

It's the final weekend to soak up art and culture around the city free of charge as this new festival wraps up its first year.

Multiple Venues
Forever 21 Liquidation Sale

October 8 - November 30

Forever 21 Liquidation Sale

Forever 21 is saying goodbye with a final weekend of sales at stores around the city before this staple of youthful fashion shutters for good.

Multiple Venues
One of a Kind Winter Show

November 21 - December 1

One of a Kind Winter Show

There's still a few days left to check out the winter edition of this huge show featuring artists and makers from all over the country.

Enercare Centre
Cinéfranco Film Festival

November 22-30

Cinéfranco Film Festival

Cinéfranco is set to wrap up for another year but not before a final weekend of screening some of the best films from Quebec cinema.

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema

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