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Here’s to the first full week of February! There are a ton of fun things to do in Toronto this month and we’re kicking off with a bunch this week. The weather is feeling nice and lucky for us, the city never sleeps. And good thing we don’t either. It’s time to explore this lively city.
From new job opportunities to skating activities and local events – there are a number of things to do in the city that you must check out.
Here are 10 of the best things to do in Toronto this week!
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Two popular Toronto restaurants are hosting a two-day job fair, looking to hire for several positions on their teams. Kissa and Soluna are expanding their roster.
These beloved dining establishments are welcoming candidates for all roles. That means hostesses, servers, bar staff, and more.
When: February 7th from 12 PM to 4 PM and February 8th from 2 PM to 6 PM
Where: Soluna Toronto, 314 Queen St West
Over 200 restaurants are in for this year’s event and you can even enjoy a three-course prix fixe menu for as low as $20. Lunch, dinner, take your pick! Prices vary depending on the restaurant.
When: Until February 8th, 2024
Where: Participating restaurants in Toronto
The Toronto Maple Leafs are hosting their outdoor practice on February 8th, 2024 but there will be 3 days of free festivities in celebration at Nathan Phillips Square. Some of the other free events include a Leafs Alumni Hockey Game, autograph signings, and a variety of pop-ups.
When: February 8th, 2024 at 12:00 PM (Outdoor Practice) & February 8th – 10th (festivities)
Where: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen Street W
Cost: Free
Join a great community discussion organized by Blackhurst Cultural Centre. This centers around the Black communities’ relationship with wealth, money, and currency. Make sure to register online for the event.
When: February 8, 6:30 PM to 9 PM
Where: Randolph College for the Performing Arts – 736 Bathurst Street
Downtown Yonge BIA is hosting a free weekly skate party at College Park throughout the month of February called Skates and Sounds. It looks like your Friday nights are about to get icy.
Every Friday night, Toronto’s Barbara Ann Scott Ice Trail at College Park will come alive with incredible DJs, fire pits, and fun entertainment for the whole family for four nights this February.
When: February 9th, 16th & 23rd 2024, 5 PM to 8 PM
Where: Barbara Ann Scott Ice Trail, 420 Yonge Street
Toronto’s stackt market is bringing back the city’s sweetest festival next month, full of eats, drinks, and fun-filled activities. The Sweet City Fest returns and here’s what to know about this exciting experience.
For 10 straight days, from February 9th to 19th, the stackt market will host the sweet festival with over 100 vendors.
When: February 9th to 19th, 2024
Where: stackt market
According to the skating trail, its winter programming begins on December 16, and this year, skaters are invited back to cruise the 220m figure-eight skate trail under the Gardiner Expressway. New will be the soaring art installation above the trail, which they say is and “inspired by the glowing hues of the northern lights.”
When: Every day from 12 PM to 9 PM – Until Feb 19th, 2024
Where: 250 Fort York, under the Gardiner
KUUMBA is Toronto’s largest and longest-running Black Futures Month festival, embracing the rich tapestry of culture, diversity, and creativity through a month-long celebration of Black cultural programming. There are many events, workshops, and performances to choose from – take a look at the exciting lineup here.
When: Until February 29th, 2024
Where: Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W
Cost: Free & varies
Celebrating 20 years, The Drake welcomes all to enjoy pop-up dinners with past and present chefs, curated menus, panels, and parties, the return of Barn Burner, and $200 throwback room prices at The Drake Hotel, this February.
When: Until February 29th, 2024
Where: 1150 Queen St West
DJ Skate Nights are back at Toronto’s Downsview Airport as part of the ‘Hangar Skate’ series. Expect some of the best tunes, delicious eats, and free skating, every Friday night.
Local community radio station VIBE 105 will be spinning the tunes all night long as you skate or learn to skate courtesy of Peak Performance.
When: Every Friday until March 17th, 2024 from 6 PM to 9 PM
Where: 34 Hanover Rd, Toronto
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