10 things to do in Toronto today

It's a lovely Saturday and there's lots of things to do in Toronto today that include a Swedish Christmas fair and the start of City Hall's big winter festival. You can boogie down at a party or pick up stuff for the folks on your gift list at a market.

Events you might want to check out:

Cineplex Community Day (December 7 @ Multiple Venues)
Christmas movie lovers can get their fill for free at this nation-wide free movie day with Elf, Gremlins, The Polar Express and more screening.
German Sparkle Party (December 7 @ Lithuanian House)
Inspired by epic European club parties, this sexy jam includes three rooms of house music and encourages lots of colourful, shimmering costumes.
FAN EXPO Holiday Market (December 7 @ Metro Toronto Convention Centre)
Fan Expo may be a long way off but its famous marketplace is back for the holidays with tons of pop culture goodies for the geek in your life.
Krampus Ball (December 7 @ The Opera House)
An alternative to the typical Christmas sweater party, this annual ball celebrates the season with a sweaty night of music, performances and costumes.
PINK XMAS (December 7-8 @ The 519)
It's a weekend of queer art, craft, fashion and literature at this huge annual holiday market featuring tons of local artisans and makers.
Parkdale Flea (December 7-8 @ Northern Contemporary Gallery)
Handmade and sustainable goodies, unique gifts and cool art are all part of this local flea that's extended to two days, just in time for the holidays.
Swedish Christmas Fair (December 7-8 @ Daniels Spectrum)
Hallå, holiday shoppers! This big, traditional Swedish fair is back in a new location to feature food, drinks, gifts, crafts and more, plus performances and music.
Koffler Couture (December 7-9 @ Koffler Gallery)
Designer clothes, shoes, jackets, shirts, blazers, handbags, hats, belts and more are on at this designer and vintage clothing sale.
Holiday Fair in the Square (December 7-23 @ Nathan Phillips Square)
Almost a month of holiday fun is taking over Nathan Phillips square with skating, music, rides, performances and a big winter market place.
Bend It Like Beckham: The Musical (December 7-24 @ St. Lawrence Centre for the Performing Arts)
The classic gal-pal teen flick gets a musical comedy remake with British and South Asian music and dance, laughs and a healthy dose of girl power.

by Lisa Power via blogTO