25 things to do in Toronto this weekend

Things to do in Toronto this weekend are ready to lace up and hit the ice or sip and shop at Holiday Fair in the Square while catching some Christmas movies for free. You can get you fill of Swedish treats and there's lots of markets with things for everyone on your list.

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.
Promise 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.
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.
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.
Paradise Day (December 8 @ Paradise Theatre)
The newly reopened Paradise Theatre is welcoming patrons in after 13 years with a showcase of iconic films that pay homage to the cinema's namesake.
Apocalypse Now (December 6-8 @ Cinesphere)
Francis Ford Coppola’s epic take on Heart of Darkness is screening in an extended edition that includes even more Willard and Kurtz.
JAYU's Human Rights Film Festival (December 6-10 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
Human rights and how they are handled and mishandled is at the heart of the film festival that features a selection of works from 13 countries.
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.
Tapette (December 7 @ Bambi's)
Boogie down to some Frénch disco and house music fresh out of Europa, courtesy of DJ Phillippe on deck, dancers and lots of holi-gay cheer.
Salon of Inclusiveness (December 6 @ The Black Cat)
Pick yourself up some unique, contemporary works of art by local artists at the second day of this holiday show and sale.
Roots Warehouse Sale (December 6-8 @ Roots Orfus Road)
Cozy sweater season is in full effect and Roots is having a big sale with up to 60 per cent off on sweats, fleece, outerwear, sleepwear, sneakers and boots.
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.
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.
Spencer Badu Holiday Pop-Up Shop (December 7-8 @ Shop Necessary)
Fresh looks from Toronto designer Spencer Badu are on at this pop-up with works similar to those he's styled for Travis Scott and Young Thug.
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.
Tranzac Holiday Gift Fair (December 7-22 @ Tranzac Club)
Sip and ship at this local market where you can pick up original and handmade gifts of all kinds for yourself and everyone on your list.
The Bazaar of the Bizarre (December 8 @ Native Canadian Centre of Toronto)
Weird, unusual, strange, whatever you want to call it, there's lots of unique and speciality gifts that are macabre and whimsical.
WinterFest (November 22 - December 31 @ Canada's Wonderland)
Canada's Wonderland's new winter festival is in full effect with another weekend of skating, festive treats, performances and activities.
GLOW (November 28 - January 4 @ Toronto Congress Centre)
One of the world's biggest indoor Christmas light festivals is worth checking out with huge, interactive installations, food, drinks and shopping.
Union Station Skating Rink (November 29 - January 4 @ Union Station)
Lace up and hit the ice at Union Stations' NHL-sized outdoor rink that's totally free to use and includes skate rentals and dance parties.
Evergreen's Winter Village (November 30 - December 22 @ Evergreen Brick Works)
Brick Works is at its best powdered with snow and it's winter village is the place to be with games, food, music, drinks, shopping and cozy fires.
A Nutcracker Christmas at the Castle (December 1 - January 5 @ Casa Loma)
Casa Loma has once again transformed into something out of Frozen with light displays throughout the grounds, performances and visits from Santa.
Game of Thrones Experience (December 5-8 @ Scarborough Town Centre)
There's still time to check out this immersive Game of Thrones takeover of the the STC with a castle and an Iron Throne you can sit on.

by Lisa Power via blogTO