Santa Claus is coming to town this weekend in Toronto. Along with the annual parade, the Christmas Market is in full swing, and a handful of holiday lighting ceremonies are taking place across the city. Also on top is Long Winter, a Filipino market, and free films at TIFF.
Events you might want to check out:Toronto Christmas Market (November 16 - December 23 @ Distillery District)
The Distillery District is transformed into a winter wonderland leading up to Christmas with food and drinks vendors, carollers, elves, lights, and one of the city's largest Christmas trees.
Long Winter (November 17 @ Tranzac Club)
Back for its sixth season, the Long Winter concert series returns with its beloved policies still in place: pay what you can tickets, all ages, all access.
Illuminite (November 18 @ Yonge-Dundas Square)
The 10 year anniversary of Toronto's tree lighting ceremony at the heart of downtown is sure to feature an impressive light show and over-the-top performances.
The Toronto Santa Claus Parade (November 19 @ Christie Pits, Toronto)
You know the holidays are right around the corner when jolly ol' St. Nick rolls through town. The annual Santa Claus Parade gets underway at 12:30 p.m. near Christie Pits before winding its way through the city.
Big Sound (November 17 @ The Great Hall)
A wrecking crew of 30 musicians and singers return to the Great Hall to perform just as many tunes as there are bodies at this celebration of all things mo town.
Seasons Christmas Market (November 17-19 @ International Center)
It’s a shopping extravaganza with over 300 exhibitors featuring everything for holiday decorating, entertaining and gifting. Get ready to shop till you drop!
Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic (November 18 @ Village of Yorkville Park)
This magical lighting ceremony at the Village of Yorkville Park will set the stage for holiday window displays, cheerful décor and festive lighting along tree-lined streets until the start of the new year.
Halo Halo Holiday Pop-Up (November 18-19 @ Second Level King West Pop Up)
Celebrate the holidays, Filipino-style. Shop a curated collection of Filipino brands and enjoy delicious eats from a Filipino snack bar.
Democracy Exchange (November 18-19 @ Ryerson University)
At this civic campaign and technology summit you'll find speakers, talks, workshops, training sessions and a whole lot of forward thinking political talk and networking.
Gourmet Food & Wine Expo Toronto (November 16-19 @ Metro Toronto Convention Centre)
Four days of wine producers, importers, exporters, wholesalers, and more showcasing their best and latest products. Bakers, butchers, ice cream outlets and more will be on site, too.
Food Trike Pop-Up (November 17 @ Left Field Brewery)
Manipura Doubles brings their trike full of Trinidadian delicacies to the brewery. Admission is free, just show up ready to indulge.
Lady Beer Fest (November 18 @ Peace and Cotton Warehouse)
The Society of Beer Drinking Ladies presents Canada's all ladies craft beer festival. Tickets include four drink tokens, a commemorative sample glass, and a "morning after" gift bag.
The Toronto Vegetarian Association Holiday Market (November 19 @ Artscape Wychwood Barns)
Over 30 local businesses are on site selling things like holiday treats, vegan holiday recipe books, and handmade gifts.
FNL: Mic Drop (November 17 @ Royal Ontario Museum)
Celebrate the history of hip hop at Friday Night Live at the ROM, with beats by One Hundred and Fifty Futures, Grump, and The Masterplan Show.
Duel Of The Decades: 80s vs 90s (November 17 @ The Rec Room)
The interactive dance party hosted at the Rec Room projects music videos from the 80s and 90s onto 50' screens and asks party goers to vote in real time on which decade reigns supreme.
Fete Chinoise (November 18 @ Shangri-La Hotel Toronto)
Get immersed in modern Chinese events and lifestyle in this showcase and gala, featuring thought-leaders in design & art, fashion, events, culinary, beauty, and photography.
Back In The Day (November 18 @ 783 College Street)
Revival Nightclub hosts its monthly tribute to old school hip hop, R&B, house, reggae and pop this Saturday with DJ Hedspin leading the charge.
Markus Schulz, Cosmic Gate, Jason Ross (November 17 @ REBEL)
American-German DJ and producers Markus Schulz headlines a night of trance and electronic dance music at Rebel.
Hoodie Allen (November 18 @ The Phoenix Concert Theatre)
The much-buzzed rapper is touring his latest album, Happy Camper, with one night in Toronto.
Mura Masa (November 18 @ Danforth Music Hall)
The British electronic producer and "Lovesick" singer flies in from the UK to give Toronto a taste of the sounds making waves across the world.
Poppy (November 18 @ Velvet Underground)
The American ambient music composer and internet girl is playing a rare live show in Toronto. Is she a human? An android? Swing by to find out.
Action Bronson (November 19 @ REBEL)
The American rapper and sometimes chef Action Bronson hits the stage in support of his 2017 release Blue Chips 7000.
Eye Buy Art Weekend Pop-Up (November 18-19 @ FCP Gallery)
Over 1500 square feet of award-winning photographs from some of Canada's most promising new artists. Take the art off your phone screen and onto your home's walls.
The Kawaii Cafe (November 18 @ Narwhal Art Projects)
The Kawaii Cafe showcases art, illustration, fashion and more inspired and influenced by the word "cute."
The Trinity Bellwoods Flea: Christmas Is Coming (November 19 @ The Great Hall)
Fifty vendors assemble under one roof at the historic Great Hall to take the hard work out of holiday shopping. Admission is free as always, and pets are welcome.
Toronto's First Asian Zine Fair (November 19 @ Tranzac Club)
This free zine fair was created to provide Asian artists a space to showcase their work and voice. In addition to amazing zines you'll find music and stand-up performances by local artists.
Bill Nye: Science Guy (November 17-23 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
The beloved 1990s TV phenomenon Bill Nye the Science Guy educated and entertained a generation. Today he's back in the public eye debating those who reject science. It's all documented in this new film.
CineIran Film Festival (November 17-19 @ Art Gallery of Ontario)
CineIran Festival is an annual celebration of the best of contemporary Iranian cinema and brings acclaimed Iranian films to Toronto audiences
Perfumed Nightmare by Kidlat Tahimik (November 17 @ TIFF Bell Lightbox)
The father of the Philippine New Wave cinema is the star of TIFF this weekend, with free screenings of his movies happening every day. One worth catching is 1977's Perfumed Nightmare.
by Corey Van Den Hoogenband via blogTO
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