15 things to in Toronto this week
Events in Toronto this week sees the transition from the year of Doug Ford and Meghan Markle to...what must be a better year, right? Either way, there are tons of fun things to do, including a polar bear dip, a skating party, and many events that don't involve freezing in your briefs.
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Events you might want to check out
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December 30-31Hollerado kicks off a two-day run with an all-ages afternoon event with special guest Fred Penner and host Steve Patterson.
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January 1Take a dip into freezing water for the ultimate hangover cure while raising money for Boost Child & Youth Advocacy Centre, an organization committed to eliminating abuse and violence in the lives of children, youth and their families.Sunnyside Park Beach (beach side by bathing pavillion)
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January 1Celebrating the New Year doesn't stop on December 1. Party the night away January 1 with tunes from DJ Jed Harper and Chris La Roque.
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January 2This annual can't-miss night of shows features new ideas from the brains of all-star comedians like Becky Johnson and Pat Thornton.
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January 2-6King T’Challa hits the Cinesphere screen with a special showing of this hit film.Cinesphere
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January 2Make your way to the The Royal Cinema to catch a screening of the 1994 American crime film written and directed by Quentin Tarantino.Royal Cinema
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January 3This killer comedy show featuring the best of Toronto highlights the talents of Women of Colour/Ethnicity and regularly sells out.
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January 3Chicago rapper and poet Noname is coming to slay the stage in Toronto. Don't miss the chance to see her before she really blows up.
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January 3Hear live opera for free with a pint in hand. This night out marries the high brow and the alcoholic brau for the perfect night for everyone.
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January 3Swap your hairbrush for a real mic. Choose from a list of songs and the band (featuring guitars, keys, bass, drums and sometimes sax) will call you up on stage to belt it out with provided lyrics.
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January 4-26This Canadian show series features the year's most promising musical talent. Orville Peck and Gloin are not to be missed.Multiple Venues
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January 5The incredible show that celebrates comedians of colour, women, and comedians from the LGBTQ2S+ community turns two with a night of comedy, dance, drag, and improv.
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January 5Everything is free, with no money, no swapping, and no trades at this incredible market where visitors are invited to fill up a shopping bag in one hour.Campbell Park
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January 5Toronto’s hottest monthly party for queer women and friends returns to heat up the rink with Cozmic Cat and Denise Benson spinning house, funk, bass, electro, hip-hop, dancehall and more.Natrel Rink
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January 6There's a free community skate at Albert Campbell Square over the weekend.Albert Campbell Square(at the Scarborough Civic Centre)
Lead photo byChristian Bobak
Lead photo byChristian Bobak
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