25 things to do in Toronto this weekend

Top Picks

Date

About the Event

Location

House of Vans Toronto

November 17-20

House of Vans Toronto

The annual skate festival is back and is set to fill the venue with a skate part, vendors, workshops, live music, and food.

The Great Hall
The Distillery Winter Village

November 17 - December 31

The Distillery Winter Village

Celebrate the start of the holiday season by checking out the annual Christmas market.

Distillery District

Events you might want to check out

Date

About the Event

Location

Holiday Hills

November 18 - December 31

Holiday Hills

Walk into a winter wonderland as the shipping container market is transformed with festive activities, decor, installations, fire pits, live music and much more. Plus the return of the crokicurl rink!

STACKT
Miracle Toronto

November 18 - January 1

Miracle Toronto

Get transported to Santa's Village as the bar is decked out in festive decor with an accompanying holiday-themed cocktail menu.

Miracle
Santa Claus Parade Toronto

November 20

Santa Claus Parade Toronto

Watch all the themed floats make their way through the city and catch a glimpse of Santa as the annual holiday parade is back.

Bloor Street West

Comedy

Date

About the Event

Location

All of Us Are Asian: Comedy Show

November 18

All of Us Are Asian: Comedy Show

Grab tickets to this improv comedy show featuring local Asian comedians.

Social Capital Theatre
Comedy On The D

November 19

Comedy On The D

Laugh until you're crying at this local comedy show.

Mandy's Bistro
Comedy Jam

November 20

Comedy Jam

Get ready to laugh until your stomach hurts at the comedy showcase feature local comedians.

Comedy Bar

Dancing

Date

About the Event

Location

Local Beats

November 18

Local Beats

Hit the dancefloor as some of your favourite local DJs will be spinning tracks all night long.

BLK Space
SPELLBOUND

November 19

SPELLBOUND

Throw on an all-black outfit before heading out to this goth-themed dance party playing all your favourite punk tunes.

Cat On Q

Live Music

Date

About the Event

Location

Kubla

November 19

Kubla

Celebrate the release of Canadian singer-songwriter Kubla's debut album.

The El Mocambo
Rebel's 6 Year Anniversary

November 19

Rebel's 6 Year Anniversary

Celebrate the 6th year anniversary of the waterfront venue with a special appearance and set by Lil Jon.

Rebel

Markets and pop-ups

Date

About the Event

Location

SKETCH's Night Market

November 18-19

SKETCH's Night Market

Head to this holiday market that not only features a ton of vendors but also live music performances, a DJ,food and other activities. Plus this holiday market is open late into the evening!

Withrow Commons
Good Work Art Market

November 19

Good Work Art Market

Shop from over 50 different artisan vendors selling some of their best work on different mediums.

Art Gallery of Ontario
Swedish Christmas Fair

November 19-20

Swedish Christmas Fair

Roam through the different vendors selling traditional Swedish treats, goods, crafts and more. Make sure to stick around for the Swedish folk dancers and singers.

Daniels Spectrum
THE TRENDING TABLE MARKET

November 20

THE TRENDING TABLE MARKET

Head out to this pop-up that will be featuring small businesses selling some of their best products, perfect for anyone on your shopping list.

501 Queen Street West
The Toronto Holiday Market

November 20

The Toronto Holiday Market

You'll be able to find a gift for everyone on your list at this holiday market filled with over 20 vendors.

Society Clubhouse
Holiday Market

November 20

Holiday Market

Look through the different small business vendors selling some of the perfect holiday gifts. Make sure to stick around for the hot cocoa and the festive treats the market will be serving up.

The Riverdale Hub

Movie Screenings

Date

About the Event

Location

Twilight Fangirl Picture Show

November 18

Twilight Fangirl Picture Show

If you're a Twihard then make sure to head out to an immersive screening of the vampire movie where there will be games and other surprises throughout the night.

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
SHORTS NOT PANTS Film Festival

November 18-27

SHORTS NOT PANTS Film Festival

Grab some popcorn and check out the 10th annual short film festival showcasing both international and Canadian creators.

Innis Town Hall

Ongoing events

Date

About the Event

Location

Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival 2022

November 9-20

Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival 2022

Check out the last weekend of this film festival showcasing films created by Asian artists and directors around the world.

Multiple Venues
The Canadian Tire Christmas Trail

November 12 - December 23

The Canadian Tire Christmas Trail

Hop in your car and head out to this immersive drive-thru lights festival that features thousands of lights, interactive displays and some of your favourite holiday characters.

Black Creek Pioneer Village
The Thirsty Elf

November 16 - December 17

The Thirsty Elf

Throw on your favourite ugly holiday sweater and sip on some festive drinks at the annual holiday pop-up.

Fairmont Royal York
The Ballad of Johnny Longstaff

November 16-27

The Ballad of Johnny Longstaff

Check out this new musical about the real-life story of freedom fighter Johnny Longstaff.

Harbourfront Centre
Merry Merry Music

November 17 - December 24

Merry Merry Music

Get into the holiday spirit as musical guests perform some of your favourite holiday tunes all season long.

CF Toronto Eaton Centre

Top Picks

Events you might want to check out

Comedy

Dancing

Live Music

Markets and pop-ups

Movie Screenings

Ongoing events

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