15 things to do in Toronto this week
Events in Toronto this week aren't ready to slow down for the holidays just yet as a big beer festival, Harry Potter party and performance by Mumford & Sons are all on. Fashion Santa is throwing a big Christmas party and there's lots of free stuff happening, as well.
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Events you might want to check out
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December 17A curated selection of six alternative films is screening for free during the winter edition of this festival featuring popcorn and drinks.ThatChannel.com Studios
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December 18Garb your nicest fedora and freshest plaid shirt because the stars of the modern folk rock movement are packing the seats for two nights this month.Scotiabank Arena
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December 19Parkdale favourite is closing its doors after ten years and going out with a bang that includes performances by Metz and Teenanger.
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December 20Break out your freshest robes for this Harry Potter party that will see the Phoenix transformed into the Great Hall and a night of wizarding fun.
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December 20From Hamilton's vibrant music scene comes punk rockers Counterparts to play alongside Harm's Way, Like Pacific, END, Bearings and more.
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December 20The small town Ontario indie rockers with a big sound are in town to play their hits alongside garage rocker Luna Li and Posey.
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December 21A one-night only screenings of Tommy Wiseau's newest work, Best F(r)iends volumes 1 and 2, is on, while co-star Greg Sestero stops by for a chat.The Royal Cinema
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December 21Gather your best vegan goodies and festive outfit for this huge potluck with a focus on cruelty-free food with a warm community.Ralph Thornton Community Centre
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December 21-22Local odd crafts, fashion and other accessories. Food and drinks will also be offered in addition to a Christmas in Halloween theme.334 Dundas St W
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December 22Grab your signature ugly sweater and a brewskis, ale or sour and drink to all the things that make the holidays so special at this annual beer festival.
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December 22Toronto's own punk rockers continue to put the city's scene on the map, and they're playing alongside Metz Witch Prophet, Joel Eel and Sydanie.
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December 22There's still time to shop local this holiday as Etsy makers from across the city gather for a day of handmade goodies, snacks and lots more.Church of St. Stephen in-the-Fields
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December 22All the Christmas cheer of any classic combined with all the cheer of a horror thriller makes up director Bob Clark's Toronto-shot Black Christmas.TIFF Bell Lightbox
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December 23All the fishy animals are coming out for this Christmas quote-along to this holiday favourite featuring a perpetually stunned MaCaulay Culkin.Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
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December 23Fashion Santa is back for the holidays but not at Yorkdale. This time he's throwing huge bash of his own with tunes, drinks, a fashion show and more.192 Adelaide St W
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