Winter is here and the city is alive and well with plenty of arts, shopping, food and more to enjoy! From a light festival across the city to an outdoor craft beer fest, here are 10 things to do in Toronto this week.
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Get fired up for SickKids
On Friday, head to the Four Seasons for the second annual SickKids Fired-Up Gala in support of the hospital’s burn and plastics unit! This luxury black tie event features a cocktail hour with an oyster bar and silent auction, live entertainment, a four-course dinner, raffle and plenty of dancing.
Have a laugh with Megan Stalter
American comedian Megan Stalter is bringing her comedy show, Megan Stalter: The Prettiest Girl in America Tour, to Toronto on Thursday. Megan was listed by both Vulture and Variety as a 2020 Comic to Watch, and you might recognise her from her satirical and hilarious TikTok and Instagram videos.
Explore a light festival across the city
Running all week and until March 2, the Downtown Yonge BIA is putting on interactive light festival Illuminite in the heart of the city. Travel around from Trinity Square Park to Yonge Street to Dundas Square and enjoy some fantastic light displays, including an 100-foot light tunnel.
Go on a walk in support of charity
This Saturday marks the Coldest Night of the Year—an annual winteriffic family-friendly walk and fundraising event in support of local charities all over the city and the country. Find your local walk and get ready to walk in the cold and raise some funds in support of Sistering, Red Door Family Shelter and more!
See your favourite artist in concert
On Tuesday, see Toronto’s own Nemahsis at The Danforth Music Hall, or Foster the People at History. On Wednesday, Molchat Doma performs at History and Pink Sweat$ takes the stage at Massey Hall. On Thursday, see Hulvey at The Opera House or catch Father John Misty at Massey Hall on Friday. See Mezerg at Longboat Hall on Saturday or, finally, THUY at The Danforth Music Hall on Sunday.
Get crafty at a beer festival
One of the hottest events for the coldest season, Winter Craft Beer Festival will light up your Saturday! Visitors can enjoy craft beer, wine, ciders and more from breweries across the province, along with a live DJ and an après ski dance party. Dress to impress (and to keep warm!).
See a one-person show premiere
Rachel Cairns’ Hypothetical Baby mixes data and drama in an autobiographical work about abortion that premieres on Saturday. A vulnerable and irreverent one-person show, her performance explores both the personal and the societal factors around the especially timely top of the right to abortion.
Shop at an urban art crawl
The Toronto Art Crawl’s 8th annual Urban Exhibit will help you fight off the winter blues on Sunday with art, photography, sculptures, jewelry, fashion and more one-of-a-kind items from local vendors. Make a day of it thanks to delicious eats on-site and music from DJ Kid Artik!
Get your wedding planning done early
If you’re planning a wedding for 2026 or 2027, head to the Modern Bride Wedding Show this weekend and get some planning done early. Learn about the newest bridal trends, meet amazing photographers, decorators and cake designers and secure some show-only deals and discounts!
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