30 things to do in Toronto this weekend
Things to do in Toronto this weekend are ready for a world of holiday fun as Canada's Wonderland kicks off its new winter festival and FAO Schwarz pops up inside The Bay. One of the city's best parties is back and you can get everything for your gift list at the One of a Kind Show.
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Top Picks
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November 20-23Local and international indie works take the spotlight during this free film festival that focuses on people from all walks of life and their stories.Multiple Venues
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November 21 - December 1Get your Xmas shopping out of the way at this massive show with makers from all over the country selling their speciality crafts and products.Enercare Centre
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November 22Toronto's own rock superstar Dallas Green is home and ready to play the hits that made his name known around the world, plus the new stuff.Scotiabank Arena
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November 22Long Winter is back for a new season of sexy beats and cool art by some of the best DJs and creatives the city's scene has to offer.
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November 22-24Queer literature of all kinds is on at this festival with three days of workshops, panels, performances and discussions for writers and lovers of words.Multiple Venues
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November 22 - December 22There's now another reason to check out Toronto's new shipping container market as it launches a holiday festival with events, workshops and more.stackt
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November 22 - December 31Who's ready for eggnog funnel cake? Canada's Wonderland is finally ready to unveil its new holiday festival with lights, skating, shows and treats.Canada's Wonderland
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November 23 - March 29You don't have to go far to see the world as this photography exhibit showcases the cutest and most majestic animals from all over the world.Royal Ontario Museum
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November 23 - December 7The big teddy bear is back for the holidays as FAO Schwarz returns to transform part of the Bay into a massive Christmas toy store wonderland.Hudson's Bay
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Events you might want to check out
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November 21-23Calling all bibliophiles for another edition of this massive book sale with thousands of used items up for grabs on the cheap.Toronto Reference Library - Beeton Hall
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November 23The Village of Yorkville Park is getting festive this holiday season with a special opening night of live music, drinks and a lighting ceremony.Village of Yorkville Park
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November 23King Street West is getting ready for some winter fun with a series of pop-up festivals that include curling, bonfires, hot drinks and goodies.David Pecaut Square
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November 23-24A celebration of music, synthesizers and sound design is on with a weekend of performances workshops, talks, vendors and prizes.Beverley Halls
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Food & Drink
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November 21-24Back again is this huge expo that showcases gourmet foods from all over the world, plus a huge selection of wines and drinks and lots of programming.Metro Toronto Convention Centre
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November 23-24It's a new kind of brunch experience with coffee cocktails with spiked mocha and espressos served up alongside La Palma's tasty menu.
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Film
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November 21-26Six nights of thrilling horror and genre movies are on from the most twisted Canadian filmmakers to keep you on the edge of your seat.The Royal Cinema
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November 22-23A selection of films about workers and the conditions under which they live, work, fight, and succeed are screening during this film festival.Carlton Cinema
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November 22-28The best of contemporary Iranian cinema is screening during this film festival with films that span a variety of genres to capture all-things Iran.Multiple Venues
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November 22-30The trials and tribulations of families is the theme of this year's Francophone film festival with features and shorts from the best of Québec cinéma.Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
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November 22 - January 4Coming on the heels of his new film, The Irishman, TIFF is screening a selection of 25 classic Martin Scorsese flicks for your viewing pleasure.TIFF Bell Lightbox
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Parties
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November 22It's a party among the stars as astronomy enthusiast come together for aight of fun with drinks, games, talks, special guests and drinks.
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November 22Things are getting wild at the ROM in honour of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibit with a night of music, art, special guests, food and drink.Royal Ontario Museum
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November 23Take the plunge at this under-the-sea-themed party with murky visuals and hazy beats that'll having you swimming all night.209 Geary Ave
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November 23Toronto's art funhouse is taking you on a trip to the stars with this intergalactic party with drinks, music and dancing that's going to be out of this world.The Funhouse Toronto
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Markets and pop-ups
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November 23Dozens of local makers and artisans are dropping by for a night of shopping with cool finds, music, food, drinks and complimentary gift wrapping.
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November 23-24Super stylish, made in Canada designs by Corey Moranis and Jill Sawatzky of Tony chestnut are popping up alongside drinks and snacks.
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November 24It's fit pic time and this big vintage streetwear market is back with fresh to death finds from Tommy Hilfiger, Nike, Reebok, FILA, Gucci and tons more.
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November 24Local and international artists are dropping by to showcase their stuff at this big art crawl with works of all types, plus music, food and live demos.
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November 24It's going to be a vegetarian Christmas with this big market that specializes in festive veggie goodies of all kinds from local vendors.Artscape Wychwood Barns
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Ongoing events
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September 12 - November 24It's the last weekend to check out the high-flying acrobats of Cirque du Soliel's Alegria as it tells the story of a monarchy that has lost its king.Ontario Place
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