10 free things to do in Toronto this December
Free events in Toronto for December 2018 are here to save you money for gift shopping. Kensington Market is having a huge winter solstice celebration and The Bentway is ready for a season of skating. Ring in the New Year downtown and catch some Christmas flicks—all for free!
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Free events you don't want to miss
DateAbout the EventLocation-
December 1Huddle up with a hot cider or chocolate and listen to some jazz as the St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood hosts its annual lighting ceremony.Berczy Park
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December 1-23Nathan Phillips Square transforms into a huge winter carnival with a marketplace, skating, food trucks and entertainment all month long.Nathan Phillips Square
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December 1-31Evergreen Brick Works is once again turning into a winter wonderland with an outdoor skating rink, food, drinks, a holiday market and lots more.Evergreen Brick Works
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December 2 - January 9The warmth of Toronto's greenhouses are a break from the cold made better by a winter flower show, opening alongside activities, singing and apple cider.Multiple Venues
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December 8Toronto's queer community is back with a huge, inclusive holigay dance party that's $5/pwyc/no one will be turned away due to lack of funds.
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December 14-31Catch all the Christmas classics at this donation-based special series that includes Love Actually, White Christmas, It's a Wonderful Life and more.Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
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December 15 - February 16You don't have to be a pro to take it to the ice during these weekly skating parties, featuring local artists curating all the best tunes.Harbourfront Centre
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December 21The longest night gets a big celebration with this annual parade and party with a big fire show, costumes, performances and more.Kensington Market
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December 21-23One of the city's newest public spaces is back for the skating with an opening weekend celebration featuring bonfires, blankets, cider and more.The Bentway
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December 31Ring in the new year at this annual New Year's Eve party with a speculator fireworks display, skating, music and live performances.Nathan Phillips Square
Lead photo byJesse Milns
Lead photo byJesse Milns
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