Cheers to a festive week, Toronto! Like always, we’re in for a thrilling few days in the city — rain or shine. If you’re looking for ways to keep the fun going and are in need of ideas, there are tons of things to do in Toronto. And lucky for you, we’ve gathered a handful of experiences you need to check out.
Want to know what’s going on in the city? Here are 10 of the best things to do this week in Toronto.
Hit up Leaside’s best trivia night at Local. Hosted by Mia from the Quizmaster Jess team, you can take part in this thrilling trivia experience and win prizes every Tuesday.
Tickets are free, and the first-place team wins a $100 Local gift card, while second place will win a prize pack from Steam Whistle.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m., first question at 7 p.m., ends around 9:15 p.m.
Where: 180 Laird Dr, East York
Cost: Free
Readers rejoice! If you’re looking for a thrill, join this free, casual book club at The Well. There’s no assigned reading; just bring your own book and mingle.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Well — Wellington Market
Cost: Free
The classic holiday movie is making the stage this month. Make your way to the Ed Mirvish Theatre for a festive experience like no other.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 10 to Sunday, Nov. 22, 2026
Time: Tuesday to Saturday: 7:30 p.m., Wednesday at 1:30 p.m.
Where: CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre – 244 Victoria St.
Cost: $59+
Head over to the Gardiner Museum on Wednesday nights after 4 p.m. for free admission. No advance registration is required.
When: Every Wednesday
Time: After 4 p.m.
Where: 111 Queen’s Park, Toronto, Ont.
The annual Distillery Winter Village returns on Nov. 12 at 4 p.m. with holiday sets by singer and guitarist Mo Guzman, leading up to the main stage event at 6 p.m. Santa will flip the switch to light up the 55-foot silver fir Christmas tree, and following the tree lighting, Juno Award-winning Canadian singer Holly Cole will perform the first song of Christmas and more from her Christmas album.
When: Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
Time: Winter Village outdoor shopping and food vendors are open at 4 p.m. (Tree lighting at 6 p.m.)
Where: The Distillery Historic District — 55 Mill St., Toronto
Cost: $16 + fees
The 114-foot-tall tree is celebrating its tenth anniversary at the city’s gigantic, multi-level shopping epicentre, with a special lighting ceremony scheduled for Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. Visitors can watch the tree light up the mall’s multiple atriums during the launch celebration.
When: Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026
Time: 6 p.m.
Where: CF Toronto Eaton Centre – 220 Yonge St.
Cost: Free
Get lost under the glowing light of over 2,000 illuminated animal displays and lanterns on this walking trail.
When: Until Jan. 3, 2026, Thursdays to Sundays
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Where: Toronto Zoo – 2000 Meadowvale Rd.
Cost: $38
From Nov. 5 to Dec. 30, visitors are welcome to explore the holiday market through its holiday retail vendors and artisans, festive food, confectionery offerings, seasonal beverages, and specialty treats.
This is the perfect chance to browse for thoughtful gifts surrounded by seasonal décor, all within a warm and inviting setting.
When: Until Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2026
Time: Saturdays from 4 to 11 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.
Where: EPOCH Bar & Kitchen Terrace, The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto — 181 Wellington St. W.
Cost: Free to attend
Celestia, an immersive light and music show that made waves with its debut in Denver this past summer, is set to launch its Canadian run at Toronto’s Cathedral Church of St. James starting this weekend.
The show, which runs about 45 minutes, takes audiences through five acts — Awakening, Becoming, Transformation, Belonging, and Radiance — spanning 10 light scenes.
Each phase draws guests deeper into the narrative, culminating in Radiance, the grand finale designed to uplift audiences through its use of striking colours and imagery.
When: Until Jan. 31, 2027
Time: Varies
Where: The Cathedral Church of St. James, 106 King St. E.
Cost: $29.72 to $74.92, book online.
All 10 of the Toronto History Museums have free admission at all times.
According to the City of Toronto, this is “to provide everyone an opportunity to fully participate in cultural heritage and spaces.”
The museums include:
Have a great week, Toronto!
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