15 things to do in Toronto this week
Events in Toronto this week are ready for the holidays as the Christmas Market kicks off with all the cinnamon-scented fun of the season. Russell Peters is here to perform and there's a hop festival and taco battle. There's also lots of free stuff is happening as well.
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Events you might want to check out
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November 12A changing sound encompasses this indie rock group that's begun experimenting with pop and electro, and they're here alongside Men I Trust.
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November 13It's on like Donkey Kong at this taco throwdown featuring four of Toronto’s top chefs competing to create the ultimate taco.El Loco Local
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November 14Artist Kent Monkman has begun to gain mainstream recognition for his intricate paintings, and is here to talk about decolonizing art history.The Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre
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November 15Back again is astronaut Chris Hadfield’s comedy, music and ideas extravaganza featuring lots of special guests.Roy Thomson Hall
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November 15Hops and lots of them are on at this beer festival with a spotlight on local and regional hop producers from all over the province.
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November 15Funnyman Russell Peters has kept the laughs going all these years, and now his socially-conscious comedy is more relevant than ever.Scotiabank Arena
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November 15A staple in Toronto and Canada's music scene, Musicworks magazine is celebrating 40 years of musical exploration with a big birthday party.The Array Space
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November 15 - December 23The sights and smells of Christmas are in the air at this big market, where you'll find lots of yummy goodies spread throughout the festivities.The Distillery District
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November 16The second last FNL is all about Toronto's hip hop culture ranging from b-boyism to turntablism and controllerism with musics, art, food and drink.Royal Ontario Museum
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November 16Toronto's underground music scene comes out for a night of tunes with performances, visuals, zines and more.
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November 16-18Films that showcase Iranian culture, history and its changing landscape are screening over this two-day festival.Multiple Venues
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November 17The party game we all know and love is getting a massive festival as the world's largest beer pong tournament arrives for a full day of splashy fun.
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November 17The Instafamous field with the yellow door comes to Toronto for a one-day pop-up, with Anthropologie and a ton of fancy lavender-infused products.761 Queen St W
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November 18Holiday shopping has never been so socially conscious as local makers who identify as feminists are selling lots of handmade items.
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November 18Wychwood Barns is set to fill up with stacks of old paper, prints, photographs, comics and posters spread across 70 tables.Artscape Wychwood Barns
Lead photo byHector Vasquez
Lead photo byHector Vasquez
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