Things to do in Toronto this week include a grand live performance of the Lord of the Rings score, a wacky sideshow filled with oddities, and festive celebrations to ring in the Year of the Snake.
Planning an upcoming wedding? A massive wedding show is coming to the city with everything you need to help organize your big day.
An action-packed weekend awaits – here’s our roundup of things to do in Toronto.
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DesignTO
Canada’s largest celebration of design will bring incredible art exhibits and installations to multiple venues all over Toronto.
When: January 24 to February 2
Where: Multiple venues
Toronto West Oyster Fest
Each ticket to Toronto West Oyster Fest gets you four oysters and one beverage token – sounds shucking amazing!
When: January 25
Where: Henderson Brewing Co.
Year of the Snake Celebration at BSM
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Bata Shoe Museum. The festivities include traditional lion dances, tea ceremony demonstrations and photo opportunities.
When: January 26
Where: Bata Shoe Museum
Art
Interior Design Show
Immerse yourself in the best in global and Canadian design at the Interior Design Show, happening all weekend.
When: January 23 to 26
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre North Building
LEO
Have you ever seen a 6-foot AI hologram capable of fluid movements and natural conversations? LEO is all of that and more, and will be open for 20-minute sessions starting on Friday.
When: January 24 to February 6
Where: The Bridge
Glow in the Dark Paint Night Workshop
Take date night to the next level! This glow-in-the-dark paint night will have beverages, snacks, good music and a trained artist who will guide you through creating your masterpiece.
When: January 25
Where: Artbox Studio Gallery
Comedy
Friday Pro Stand-Up Comedy with Andrew Packer
Social media star and comedian Andrew Packer is hosting a night of stand-up comedy greatness.
When: January 24
Where: Chefs Hall
Black Sheep Comedy
Head over to the east end’s Rorschach Brewery for a pint and a few laughs. Tickets are available in advance or at the door.
When: January 24
Where: Rorschach Brewery
Music
Ben Barnes – Where the Light Gets In
Singer and actor Ben Barnes is bringing his soulful sounds to The Danforth Music Hall on Friday.
When: January 24
Where: Danforth Music Hall
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King In Concert
The final installment of The Lord of the Rings – Return of the King comes to life at Meridian Hall as it’s performed live with the film playing along in HD.
When: January 24 to 26
Where: Meridian Hall
Ash – Live in Toronto
Cairo-born, multi-instrumental artist Ash has accumulated over one billion streams. Grab a pal and hear them for yourself at History.
When: January 25
Where: History
Events you might want to check out
Winter Skating at The Bentway
Whether you’re planning an evening out with friends or a romantic date night, The Benway, a free winter skating loop under The Gardiner, is the perfect place to spend the evening.
When: December 21 to February 17
Where: The Bentway
The Wedding Show
Calling all future brides! The Wedding Show is happening inside Hyatt Regency Toronto, the ultimate event to help you prep for your future nuptials.
When: January 26
Where: Hyatt Regency Toronto
Something Strange Sideshow Festival (Oddities Market and Freakshow)
Shake up your weekend at Canada’s top Sideshow and oddities market. See everything from mental wonders to giants who feel no pain.
When: January 26
Where: Revival Event Venue
Evil Women presents Gone Girl
Paradise Theatre will be showing a screening of the film Gone Girl on Sunday, so grab your bestie and get ready for the ultimate movie night.
When: January 26
Where: Paradise Theatre
Happy weekend and stay warm, Toronto.
Taylor Lucas
Associate Editor – Taylor is a Toronto-based journalist with a passion for storytelling. Whether chasing a story, writing, or editing, she brings a creative spin to the media world and has a blast doing it. Taylor brings years of journalism experience in sports, local/national news, and entertainment. In her spare time, you can typically find Taylor trying out a new restaurant or cocktail bar, cooking, golfing or binge-watching true crime documentaries.
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