It’s about to be a busy week in Toronto! There are a ton of fun things to do in Toronto, especially with Valentine’s Day this week. The weather is feeling nice and lucky for us, the city never sleeps.
From romantic experiences 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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V-Day Floral Workshop
Create a work of art at this V-Day Floral Workshop at stackt market. The Love Blooms workshop allows guests to create a one-of-a-kind floral masterpiece throughout a two hour session. And no experience is needed.
Early bird tickets are available until February 7th for $79 per couple. Tickets jump up in price to $119 there after.
When: February 14th, 2024
Where: stackt market
Cost: Starting at $79
Valentine’s Day comedy show at The Rec Room
Everyone loves a good laugh! This Valentine’s Day, The Rec Room is hosting a comedy night featuring local talent. The comedy show will feature acts by eff Paul, Adrienne Fish, Alex Wood, and Jackie Perico.
After a couple of laughs, head to the games floor and enjoy some rounds of fun.
When: February 14th, 2024 | Doors open at 6PM
Where: The Rec Room – 255 Bremner Blvd
Cost: $35.40
Sponsored Pick: Lunar Nights: Year of the Dragon Festival
Kickoff the Year of the Dragon at this magical lantern trail, where 250+ colorful lanterns light up the night, celebrating the lunar new year’s cultural heritage. Wander through 20 outdoor scenes, check out the interactive exhibitions, traditional vendors, and whimsical activities like telescopic moon viewing, baby dragon encounters, and captivating dragon performances. Finish the night off at the outdoor ice skating rink (BYO skates)!
When: Open now until February 25th, 2024 on
- Fridays & Saturdays from 4 PM to 11 PM
- Thursdays & Sundays from 4 PM to 10 PM
- Also open on Family Day, February 19th from 4 PM to 10 PM
Where: Markham Museum, 9350 Markham Rd.
Cost: click here for ticket info & use promo code CURIOCITY in all caps for 15% off all dates!
Toronto Black Film Festival
The Toronto Black Film Festival returns from February 14th to 19th with strong programming highlighting innovative, powerful, diverse, and bold features.
Award-winning actress Pam Grier will be presented with the Toronto Black Film Festival’s 2024 Career Achievement Award during this time. It will include a screening of the film Foxy Brown at the Isabel Bader Theatre on February 15th, 2024 at 7:30 PM.
Check out the event schedule here.
Where: Multiple venues in Toronto
When: February 14th to 19th, 2024
Charcuterie Board Workshop
Sip on wine and put together a stunning charcuterie board like you’ve never done before. With this class, you’ll learn how to style a charcuterie board and enjoy the placement of all the delicious meats, cheeses, and fruits.
And to make it even more unique, you’ll have the chance to de-bark, sand, and oil your Ontario black walnut charcuterie board.
It’s important to note that couples will only get one board.
When: February 15th, 2024 from 7 PM to 9 PM
Where: stackt market
Cost: Single is $180 and couple is $300
The Retro Arcade
The Retro Arcade kicks off February 16th and runs until March 17th inside Hotel X Toronto’s Kandy Gallery. Expect classic and beloved video games like Dance Dance Revolution, Skee-ball, Mario Kart Arcade GP, Street Fighter, NFL Blitz, Big Buck Hunter HD, and more.
There will also be air hockey, foosball, and multiple pinball games to enjoy.
When: February 16th to March 17th – Mondays through Thursdays from 9 AM to 10 PM and Fridays to Sundays from 9 AM to 11 PM
Where: Hotel X Toronto’s Kandy Gallery – 111 Princes’ Blvd
Skates & Sounds at College Park
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 16th & 23rd 2024, 5 PM to 8 PM
Where: Barbara Ann Scott Ice Trail, 420 Yonge Street
Sweet City Fest
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: Until February 19th, 2024
Where: stackt market
KUUMBA
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
The Drake turns 20
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
Hangar Skate
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
