Weekend events in Toronto include the first DJ skate party of the season, one of the biggest Choir! Choir! Choir! shows ever, a sneak peek at Finch West Station before the TTC's new line officially opens, and food and craft pop-ups aplenty.
Events you might want to check out:DJ Skate Nights (December 16 @ Harbourfront Centre)
Toronto's outdoor winter party returns with a night dedicated to classic Latin sounds, featuring DJs Blancon and Drumspeak spinning while you skate.
Choir! Choir! Choir! 25 Days of Charity (December 16 @ The Phoenix Concert Theatre)
The giant roving choir takes over the Phoenix for a performance benefiting 25 local, national, and international charities. Expect the most epic caroling you've ever heard.
Leonard Cohen Dance Collection (December 15 @ Sony Centre for the Performing Arts)
The Sony Centre premieres a vibrant dance homage to poet, artist and musician Leonard Cohen.
Studio Ghibli (December 15 @ Power Up Game Bar)
Celebrate over 30 years of stunning and heartwarming visual storytelling among some of the most devoted fans of Studio Ghibli at this screening and party.
Finch West Station Open House (December 16 @ 1900 Yonge Street)
Sneak a peek at this unopened subway station before anyone else, and chat with TTC staff about any pressing questions you've got. The new line opens the following day.
Free Screenings of Holiday Classics (December 16 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
Now until Christmas Hot Docs is hosting a ton of free screenings of Holiday classics like Elf, Love Actually, and more. First up is National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation.
Riverdale Park Ice Rink & Skating Trail Grand Opening (December 16 @ Riverdale Park East)
Toronto's newest ice rink and skating trail opens this Saturday at Riverdale Park East. There will be free hot chocolate.
Constantines (December 15-16 @ Horseshoe Tavern)
The Horseshoe Tavern’s 70th anniversary series ends December 31, but not before a slew of bands squeeze in. One noteworthy act is the ever-rocking Constantines who take over Friday and Saturday night.
Toronto Symphony Orchestra Free Concert (December 15 @ West Wing, Union Station)
TD Music Fridays and Uniun Holiday are bringing the Toronto Symphony Orchestra to Union Station's West Wing for a free performance inside the luxurious hall.
Lifted (December 16 @ Adelaide Hall)
Lifted is a musical concert showcases highlighting the brightest up-and-coming hip-hop and R&B talent in Toronto. It's underground hip hop at its purest.
Hey Rosetta (December 17-19 @ Phoenix Concert Theatre)
Newfoundland's indie-folkers have been a stable presence for well over a decade, but they're calling it quits after these final three shows.
Beats & Bells (December 15 @ Uniun Nightclub)
Manzone and Strong spin dance worthy jams all night. Cover is free if you show up wearing Christmas attire before 11:30PM.
DFMO (December 15 @ The Black Eagle Toronto)
Kissing under the mistletoe with Dj John Caffery and Dj Blackcat at DFMO, a party acronym for dance floor make out.
Cube Fridays (December 15 @ Cube Nightclub)
DJ Wikked is on deck duty this Friday night at Cube.
Back In The Day with DJ Wristpect (December 16 @ Revival)
A nostalgic tribute to hip hop, R&B, dance, house, reggae, and pop from the '90s goes down at Revival Nightclub.
Hope for the Holidays (December 15 @ Ralph Thornton Community Centre)
Syrian foods and sounds are the stars of this elegant Canadian-Syrian fundraiser dedicated to all Canadians, new and old.
Beer & Chocolate Pop-Up (December 16 @ LCBO Pop-Up Shop)
Nickel Brook Brewing is partnering with Soul Chocolate and the LCBO Pop-Up Store for a delicious Beer As Dessert workshop. How could you say no to these two treats?
Caribbean Christmas Cake Contest (December 16 @ Downsview Park)
Find last minute Christmas gifts at the market before checking out a baking contest pitting Caribbean rum cakes against each other.
Foodie Holiday Market (December 16-17 @ Toronto Botanical Garden)
Toronto's Botanical Gardens plays host to over 40 emerging and established artisan food makers, sumptuous sample treats, and even more food-focused vendors.
Rude (December 15 @ TIFF Bell Lightbox)
Jamaican-born, Toronto-raised filmmaker Clement Virgo premiers his debut feature, a weaving tale of three urban Torontonians coming to terms with their identities.
Canaletto and the Art of Venice (December 16 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema)
Exhibition on Screen has its season opener this weekend with a screening of an art doc that tours the sites that inspired famous Venice painter Giovanni Antonio Canal.
Bling Ring (December 16 @ TIFF)
Recount the true story based on a Vanity Fair article about a group of priveleged L.A. teens who invaded and burglarized Hollywood celebrities like Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan back in 2008.
Throwback Cinema Holiday Edition: Batman Returns (December 16 @ Revue Cinema)
Upon its 1992 debut, Batman Returns was deemed too dark for child audiences. 25 years and two reboots later, it's a lighthearted, stylish Christmas flick.
Withrow's Winter Market (December 15-16 @ Crow's Theatre)
With local farmers and artisanal foods at the forefront of this show, Withrow's Winter Market affords you the perfect opportunity to find tasty holiday treats for any holiday party.
Toronto's Cafe Art Show (December 16 @ Caffeine - Toronto's Cafe)
Two local Toronto photographers, Matt Vatcher and William Tennant ,will be displaying their Landscape photography at this new pop-up.
The Come Up Market and Showcase (December 16 @ IBC)
Toronto's newest vendor market focuses on up and coming streetwear and lifestyle brands, specifically ones coming out of the GTA.
Xpace Holiday Zine and Maker Fair (December 16 @ XPACE (Lansdowne))
The 8th annual holiday Zine & Maker Fair lands this weekend, letting you buy zines, comics, t-shirts, tote bags, and more handmade items, just in time for the holidays.
The Trinity Bellwoods Holiday Flea (December 17 @ The Great Hall)
Find last minute gifts all while skipping lines and crowds at this annual market at the historic Great Hall. Admission is always free.
Toronto Vegan Winter Market (December 17 @ Lithuanian House)
Back with a new, larger location, find even more food and fun from a curated selection of some of the best vegan-friendly local businesses in Toronto.
by Corey Van Den Hoogenband via blogTO
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