Annual event spans two days and features tasting tour, retail event, pub crawl, and more

Bring the family! Our Wanderlust kick off ceremony begins Thursday, Nov.17 at 5 p.m., with the official Tree Lighting at 6 p.m. in Leslie Grove Park

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This winter, the Leslieville BIA celebrates the 10th anniversary of Wanderlust. Originally conceived as a retail appreciation night by the local businesses, Wanderlust has grown to a multi-day, programmed community event and this year, Wanderlust pulls out all the stops!

A chronological listing of Wanderlust events is outlined below:

Thursday, November 17:

Wanderlust begins with a festive tree-lighting ceremony, live music on the street, our popular annual Leslieville Gnome Scavenger Hunt, pub crawl, and a complimentary shuttle bus Wanderlust Wheels - along Queen Street East.

Tree Lighting Ceremony, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Hosted by Ward 30 City Councillor Paula Fletcher, Wanderlust begins with a family-focused tree-lighting ceremony in Leslie Grove Park, with live music special guest, Theo Tams, Leslievilles own Season 6 Canadian Idol Winner; hot-chocolate, and goodies.

Wanderlust Retail Appreciation, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Leslieville shops stay open late to welcome visitors with giveaways, music, cocktails, discounts, and more. The streets of Leslieville are set to be animated with live music, a complimentary shuttle bus Wanderlust Wheels - along Queen Street, and the annual Leslieville Gnome scavenger hunt! Details on what Leslieville retailers have in-store to be announced in the coming weeks via Leslieville social media accounts @LeslievilleBIA.

Pub-Crawl, 9 p.m. to 12 midnight

Brave souls embark on an Eastside adventure! Check Leslieville social media accounts

@LeslievilleBIA for up to the minute details.

Sunday, November 20:

To fully engage the community, Leslieville hosts multiple street parties, the annual

Wanderlust Gallery Crawl, and Tasting Tour. Colourful pedi-cabs Wanderlust Wheels -

will even help you on your way as you explore along Queen St. East in Leslieville!

Street Parties, 12 noon to 6 p.m.

Knox Avenue, Morse Street, and the parking lot of Chartwells Avondale Retirement

Residence are the main gathering points for these fun parties! Below is what patrons can

expect:

Live bands

Craft Beer at Knox Avenue and Morse Street locations - brought to you by Radical

Road & Left Field Brewery

Non-alcoholic beverages for everyone

Arts Market activation in Avondale Retirement Residence parking lot

Kids activities with Toronto Parks, Forestry & Recreation staff & volunteers

Photo opportunities

Wanderlust Tasting Tour, 12 noon to 4 p.m.

Calling all foodies! Food lovers are guided through Leslieville to sample just a taste of what

the neighbourhood has to offer. Space is limited.

From high-end restaurants, to comfort food, to amazing specialty shops, enjoy all that

Leslieville has to dish-out. The guided tours give participants a chance to taste the food and

meet the people that have transformed Leslieville into a destination for noshing and

sipping.

Ticket Here - https://www.universe.com/wanderlust10

Gallery Crawl, 12 noon to 4 p.m.

Leslieville is renowned for its artists and art galleries. Enjoy a guided and informative

gallery tour through the Leslieville art scene.