The threat of snowfall in Toronto is closing in, but that just means you have an excuse to stay cosy inside! From holiday marketplaces to comedy shows and the Grinch, here are the best things to do this weekend in Toronto.
Laura Ramoso at The Danforth Music Hall
Toronto’s own Laura Ramoso is bringing German Mom, Italian Dad and so many of her other iconic characters to the stage at The Danforth Music Hall on Friday! She’s running one show on Thursday and two on Friday.
Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at CAA Ed Mirvish
Kids and adults alike will be grinning from ear to ear (in a totally un-Grinch-like way) after watching Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical in Toronto! Premiering this week and running until Nov. 22, this production promises all the iconic songs you love from the original animated series.
The Distillery Winter Village Tree Lighting Ceremony
When the massive tree goes up in the Distillery District, that’s a sure sign that the holiday season is here in Toronto. The Distillery Winter Village kicks off with a bang on Thursday with the tree lighting ceremony, complete with carollers, hot chocolate and cider.
Toronto Antiquarian Book Fair
Whether you’re an experienced book collector or on the hunt for the perfect Christmas gift for the scholarly-minded in your life, Toronto Antiquarian Book Fair will be teeming with rare and antique books, comics, posters and more all weekend long.
Toronto Burlesque Festival
From Thursday to Sunday, Buddies in Bad Times Theatre transforms into a full burlesque extravaganza! The Toronto Burlesque Festival features multiple live shows with themes like Gilded Glamour, as well as workshops for aspiring dancers of all kinds.
A Christmas Carol at Shaw Festival at Harbourfront Centre
The Shaw Festival has headed to the waterfront! The iconic Niagara-on-the-Lake theatre festival has partnered with the Harbourfront Centre for a series of shows, including the holiday classic, A Christmas Carol — premiering on Thursday and running up until Dec. 23!
Bassem Youssef at Massey Hall
Egyptian comedian and TV host Bassem Youssef is bringing his The Belly of the Beast standup tour to Toronto! He’ll take the stage on Friday, and fans can expect his usual flavour of political satire and biting commentary.
Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel at St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a person in possession of a love for Jane Austen is in want of creative new takes on the Austen way! Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel provides exactly that. Expect a long-form improv comedy performed in period costume and created with the help of the audience on Saturday!
K-Pop Dreamworld at Meridian Arts Centre
This Saturday, K-Pop lovers know where to be: K-Pop Dreamworld is an immersive concert inspired by the biggest hits of the genre. Celebrate among fans, sing along and feel like you’re front row at your favourite show.
Toronto Zoo Holiday Marketplace
Get some early Christmas shopping done at the Toronto Zoo Holiday Marketplace this weekend. Handmade gifts from local vendors will take over booths all over the zoo, and there will be seasonal food and drinks and festive decor for a bit of fun.