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Happy Holidays! No plans this week? We got you! Enjoy all the fun holiday things to do in Toronto this week. Festive events and experiences in our city are coming to an end so bundle up, plan your week and hit the outdoors.
Let’s explore Toronto and all it has to offer this week.
St. Lawrence Market has a brand new winter market lining the entire block with everything you could dream of for a perfect day out this December. The inaugural Winter Market is open now and will take over Market Street until Dec. 23, 2024.
The best part? It’s free to attend! Get ready to shop one-of-a-kind gifts and specialty products while indulging in delicious seasonal food and drinks.
When: Thursday to Sunday from now until Dec. 23, 2024, from noon to 7 p.m. (Thursdays & Fridays) & 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Saturdays & Sundays)
Where: Market Street from Front Street to The Esplanade
Cost: Free admission
Running until December 22nd, 2024, the night market is conveniently located along one of Toronto’s most bustling streets, Queen Street West.
PASKO Filipino Holiday Artisan Night Market will have it all – unique gifts, traditional foods, handcrafted items, music and activities.
When: Until Dec. 22, 2024
Where: 1692 Queen Street West
Cost: Free admission
Winter Glow is back this December and it has a massive 45-foot Ferris Wheel in Sankofa Square.
Until Dec. 22, Winter Glow will take over the former Yonge-Dundas Square with carnival rides, midway games, delicious treats, holiday music and so much more.
Hop on the Ferris Wheel, enjoy a few rounds on the Great Canadian Carousel and spin those Teacups.
When: Dec. 5 to Dec. 22, 2024 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Sankofa Square
Cost: Admission free / ride tickets $6 each
Guests can expect all the Christmas excitement from kitschy holiday decor, a delightful array of holiday-inspired cocktails, visits from Santa and cheerful events.
The bar is hosted by the award-winning team behind Civil Liberties so expect some of the best cocktail creations around.
It’s cute, it’s cozy, it’s Christmas!
When: Until Dec. 29, 2024
Where: Third Place, 875 Bloor St W
STACKT has brought back its highly-anticipated Holiday Hills for the festive season. They have transformed the shipping container market into a winter wonderland featuring hundreds of curated holiday experiences, events, live entertainment, gifting workshops, delicious food, and stunning visuals.
We’re talking cozy cocktails at the Speakeasy Whiskey Bar, and late-night bites from local vendors, a 100-foot immersive light tunnel, a 5,000 sq. ft. winter patio with curling lanes, fire pits, s’mores huts, and more.
When: Until Dec. 29, 2024 from 4 p.m., to 11 p.m.
Where: STACKT Market, 28 Bathurst St
Cost: Admission is free
Back for the 2024 holiday season! Project Gigglewater’s holiday-themed bar returns with its festive cocktails and special menu.
Check out their delicious holiday offerings here.
When: Until Dec. 31, 2024
Where: 1369 Dundas Street W
Looking for a more elevated holiday experience? Plan your next date night at Melody’s Bar and enjoy their holiday-inspired comfort eats and cocktails.
Decorated from top to bottom, the beloved bar has transformed into an elegant holiday experience, perfect for a lovely night out with friends or your loved one.
When: Until Dec. 31, 2024
Where: Gladstone Hotel – 1214 Queen St W
Little Sister’s Java Jingle is back and bigger than ever! This time the annual festive event will include both floors, new drinks and holiday-themed events.
Sip from Grinch and ornament-shaped cocktail mugs, a lifesize Baby Yoda with a Santa hat, amongst an array of twinkling lights and garlands.
As for the holiday-themed events, expect holiday movie trivia night on December 16th from 7 PM to 9:30 PM, an ugly Christmas sweater contest on December 17 and half-priced Java Jingle cocktails from December 29th to 31st.
When: Until Dec. 31, 2024
Where: 102 Portland Street & 2031 Yonge Street
The annual WinterFest has taken over Canada’s Wonderland with fun and festive activities, including ice skating on Snow Flake Lake, live shows, millions of spectacular lights, and hundreds of sparkling trees throughout the park.
This one-of-a-kind event transports you to a new world, full of stunning luminous displays, ambient holiday lights and festive tunes.
When: Until Jan. 4, 2025 (Select nights)
Where: Canada’s Wonderland
Cost: From $39.99 per person
Book a reservation at the AGO’s The Grange for a celebratory holiday afternoon tea.
“A unique dining experience to share with friends and family over the holiday season,” shares the museum.
“Enjoy a curated menu by the AGO culinary team. Whether you have a sweet tooth or a spot for savoury snacks, we got you covered!”
Seatings are available from Thursday to Sunday until January 5th, 2025.
When: Until Jan. 5, 2025 – 11:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m.
Where: 317 Dundas Street West
Cost: $85 + tax per adult and $40 + tax per child (12 and under)
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