Things to do in Toronto this weekend might require you to brave a bit of nasty weather in the name of fun as people ride the TTC without pants and a theatre festival continues. Long Winter is back with a night of music and art and you can skate with Mayor John Tory.
Events you might want to check out:Generator (January 10 @ Roy Thomson Hall)
Astronaut Chris Hadfield and his pals are back with a night of fun featuring scientists, comedians, celebs and musicians.
Tree Planting Film Festival (January 10 @ Mod Club)
Coming in from British Columbia, the first Toronto edition of this film festival and party features films that look at tree planters, industry and forestry.
719 Queen West Grand Opening (January 10 @ 719 Queen St. West)
Sip and shop at this new space that features handpicked, curated vintage pieces as Nevada Rose and 217 Vintage collaborate for a night of fun.
re: Magazine Launch Event (January 10 @ Love Child Social House)
The first issue of Toronto's new creative magazine, re:Volve, is set to launch with a night of music, merch and two pop-up shops.
Pkew Pkew Pkew (January 10 @ Horseshoe Tavern)
Toronto's home-grown punk rock darlings are ready to play wild riffs and high-energy sounds alongside Barrasso Nobro and Eamon McGrath.
Class Of 2020 (January 11 @ Horseshoe Tavern)
The second Class of 2020 is on with a showcase of musicians from all over, including Prancer, Glass Cactus, BLANKS, For Keeps and Acapulco Gold.
Long Winter (January 11 @ Gladstone Hotel)
Get ready to sweat it out at this PWYC music and arts party with some of the best DJs spinning the hits among installations and visuals.
Best Of: A Stand Up Comedy Showcase (January 11 @ Comedy Bar)
New Year, new laughs with some of the best stand up comedians from all across the country at this all-star comedy showcase.
DJ Skate Night (January 11 @ Harbourfront Centre)
One of the hottest ice skating parties is here as the Soul Kitchen collective spin some of the best soul, R&B and mixes to groove to.
5 Free Japanese Movies (January 11-12 @ Hot Docs Ted Rogeres Cinema)
Catch five films over two days totally free, each showing the creativity and depth of storytelling on the big screen by Japan’s celebrated filmmakers.
No Pants Subway Ride (January 12 @ Multiple Venues)
Strip down and hop on as folks ride the rocket without pants during this year's No Pants Subway Ride meant to celebrate all-things silly.
Mayor's Skate Party (January 12 @ Kew Gardens)
Mayor John Tory is hitting the ice and everyone is welcome to join in the fun with an afternoon of music, hot drinks and free skate rentals.
Burdock Piano Fest (January 6-12 @ Burdock Brewery)
Local musicians are taking the stage at the Burdock for this festival centred around a baby grand piano set up especially for the occasion.
Julius Caesar (January 7-26 @ Crow's Theatre)
Continuing this weekend is this modern take on a classic as Shakespeare's Julius Caesar story of power and war gets retold for today's audience.
Next Stage Theatre Festival (January 8-19 @ Factory Theatre)
New, independent and bold plays are on as Next Stage returns with theatre that explore politics, bodies, genders, abilities, fears and desires.
by Lisa Power via blogTO
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