Technically, it’s still fall, but it sure does feel like winter these days! To match the cold temperatures and holiday events, we’ve finally got snow on the ground, as well as a ton of great events this week. Here are some of our favourites!

Grab a Drink at The Thirsty Elf in the Fairmont Royal York

This is it; it’s the last week to check out The Thirsty Elf at Fairmont Royal York! With Christmas sweaters, kitschy décor, and cheerful festive cocktails, the Thirsty Elf has everything you need for an unforgettable holiday experience!

Where: 100 Front St W, Toronto, ON, M5J 1E3.‍

When: Until Saturday, December 17th.

Price: $$.

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Shuck Oysters for Less than a Buck at Oystermine

What’s better than buck-a-shuck? How about 75-cents-a-shuck? To celebrate their 3-year anniversary, Oystermine are offering guests the deal of 75-cent oysters with the purchase of a main course! *Offer valid on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with a 2-dozen oyster per person limit.*

Where: 2035 Yonge St, Toronto, ON, M4S 2A2.‍

When: Until Saturday, December 22nd.

Price: $$.

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Hit the Fairway of Lights at Angus Glen Golf Course

Leave the clubs at home and head to Angus Glen Golf Club for their Fairway of Lights! Be amazed by the incredible light displays, enjoy awe-inspiring live entertainment, and take part in fun-filled family-friendly activities all month long!

Where: 10080 Kennedy Rd, Markham, ON, L6C 1N9.‍

When: Until Saturday, January 28th.

Price: $$.

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Grab a Dozen Donuts for a Dollar at Krispy Kreme

Day of the Dozens is back at Krispy Kreme! Get a dozen of their delicious original glazed donuts for only a dollar with any purchase! They have tons of options, including a birthday cake donut, so buy that and get a dozen more for a buck! What a deal!

Where: Various locations; click here for the full list!‍

When: Monday, December 12th.

Price: $-$$.

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Sing Along at the Scarborough Village Theatre Christmas Cabaret

Come join some of your favourite Scarborough Musical Theatre performers as they celebrate the holidays with their fifth Christmas Cabaret! It’s fun for the whole family and the proceeds go to helping Scarborough Music Theatre bring you great shows!

Where: 3600 Kingston Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1M 1R9.‍

When: Monday, December 12th and Tuesday, December 13th.

Price: $$.

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Network at Beauty Dream 2023, hosted by Valeriia Veksler

Taking place at the Brickbox Studio, Valeriia Veksler invites you to choose yourself and attend Beauty Dream 2023! You’ll have networking opportunities, learn legendary skincare techniques, local vendors, delicious food and drink, and so much more!‍

Where: 1233 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1L5‍

When: Tuesday, December 13th.

Price: $$.

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Witness Moby Dick at the Festival of Cool…

Part of Harbourfront Centre’s Festival of Cool, enjoy an original adaptation of Herman Melville’s classic Moby Dick by French-Norwegian puppetry company, Plexus Polaire. Feast your eyes on seven actors, 50 puppets, video projections, a drowned orchestra, and a whale-sized whale!

Where: 35 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON, M5J 2G8.‍

When: Tuesday, December 13th to Friday, December 16th.

Price: $$.

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…and stay for their Post Capitalistic Auction

There’s a lot of cool events happening at the Festival of Cool, including the Post Capitalistic Auction! Guests are invited to bid for artworks in new ways, and actual transactions occur. The twist: bidders are invited to make offers not only with money; understanding, opportunity, and/or exchange are equally accepted currencies.

Where: 35 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON, M5J 2G8.‍

When: Wednesday, December 14th.

Price: $$-$$$.

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Celebrate Young Artists with Images 2022/2023 at the Latchman Art Centre

Looking to support the next generation of artists, without spending a dime? Check out Images 2022/2023. Latcham Art Centre has partnered with the graduating class of Stouffville District Secondary School for a showcase of their artistic talents.

Where: 2 Park Dr, Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON L4A 4K1‍

When: Wednesday, December 14th to Saturday, January 14th. 

Price: it’s free!

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‘Tis the Season for Giving: Donate a Toy at the Toronto Firefighters Toy Drive

Bring a toy to CF Shops at Don Mills for the Toronto Firefighters Toy Drive! With delicious holiday treats, carolers, beautiful decor, a special visit from Santa, and much more! There will be something for everyone to enjoy, all for a great cause!

Where: 1090 Don Mills Rd., Toronto, ON M3C 3R6‍

When: Thursday, December 15th.

Price: it’s free!

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Enjoy Holiday Flora at the Centennial Park Conservatory Winter Flower Show 

Head to Etobicoke’s Centennial Park Conservatory for their beautiful winter flower show! The entire conservatory is decorated and filled with thousands of plants, over 30 varieties of poinsettia, and amazing masterpieces made entirely of plant material!

Where: 256 Centennial Park Rd, Etobicoke, ON, M9C 5N3.‍

When: Until Sunday, January 8th.

Price: it’s free!

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Celebrate the Holidays with Festive Nights at Black Creek Pioneer Village

Experience the warmhearted festivities of the season with Festive Nights at Black Creek Pioneer Village! Enjoy a table spread with traditional Victorian Christmas treats, cozy up to a roaring fire, and much more! Don’t forget to stop by Santa’s cottage and meet Kris Kringle himself!

Where: 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, Toronto, ON, M3J 2P3.‍

When: Until Saturday, December 17th.

Price: $$.

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Ongoing Events:

Experience Holiday Hills, a Winter Festival at STACKT market

One of the city’s coolest holiday events is back at stackt! Holiday Hills has everything you need to celebrate the holiday season: a Ferris wheel, immersive photo experiences, an outdoor wellness playground, a Crokicurl rink, and so much more! 

Where: 28 Bathurst St. Toronto, ON, M5V 0R4

When: Until Saturday, December 31st.

Price: it’s free!

Visit their website for more information!

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Check Out the Holiday Fair at Nathan Phillips Square

Holiday Fair in the Square is back! In conjunction with the City’s Cavalcade of Lights, Nathan Phillips Square will transform into a magical winter wonderland with the charm of a Christmas market with the excitement of a thriving winter carnival!

Where: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON, M5H 2N1.

When: Until Friday, December 23rd.

Price: it’s free!

Visit their website for more information!

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Get Lost in the Holiday Nights of Lights and Mistletoe Lane

Holiday Nights of Lights and Mistletoe Lane is the quintessential holiday experience! They’ve got towering, interactive light displays and a winter fun fair including local vendors, midway rides, a licensed bar, and pictures in Santa’s Den!

Where: 80 Interchange Way, Concord, ON, L4K 5C3.

When: Until Saturday, December 24th.‍

Price: $$.

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