10 things to do in Toronto this week

Things to do in Toronto this week will see one piece of chicken reign supreme at a fried chicken battle while wizards and muggles alike pour one out for Dumbledore at a Harry Potter-themed beer festival. A new night market is here from Montreal and there's lots of free stuff, too.

Events you might want to check out:

Fried Chicken Battle (February 24 @ UG Lounge)
Four of the biggest names in fried chicken are going head-to-head to see whose makes the most delicious pieces in the city.
Chelsea Cutler (February 25 @ The Danforth Music Hall)
Young Chelsea Cutler takes a unique approach to EDM songs by incorporating indie, pop and even folk into her catchy ditties.
Cats (February 26 @ The Royal Cinema)
Come one, come all to the Jellicle Ball with a screening of the equally loved and panned live animation version of Cats.
Hannah Gadsby (February 27 @ Roy Thomson Hall)
Netflix's Nanette writer and star comedian Hannah Gadsby is making her Toronto debut in the first of three shows that are part of her Douglas tour.
Irish Film Festival (February 28 - March 1 @ TIFF Bell Lightbox)
Works by filmmakers from Toronto and beyond that focus on different aspects of the Irish experience are screening at the 10th anniversary of this festival.
Recipe for Change (February 28 @ Toronto Reference Library)
Some of the city's top Black chefs are dropping by for this huge fundraiser that includes gourmet culinary creations, drinks and music, all for a good cause.
Cam'ron (February 28 @ Velvet Underground)
Resell tickets are available but pricey for the chance to see one of the most legendary figures in hip hop as Cam'ron takes the stage.
Nite Markt (February 28 @ Gladstone Hotel)
From Montreal comes this travelling night market featuring 35 artists setting up shop alongside drinks and music for a good cause.
The Wizard's Beer Festival (March 1 @ CRAFT Beer Market)
Your letter to Hogwarts has arrived and a big boozy party awaits at this Harry Potter-themed beer festival with costumes, music, activities and more.
Queerly Beloved (March 1-31 @ Paradise)
Inside Out and Paradise Theatre are teaming up to present a month of independent and influential films that have shaped the narrative of queer cinema.

by Staff via blogTO