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This week in Toronto is packed with excitement! Enjoy free events, festive markets, the highly anticipated Sabrina Carpenter concert, and the grand opening of Toronto’s holiday favourite, Miracle on Bloor Christmas Bar. So many ways to get into the holiday spirit!
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1. Strings of Italy with Festa Popolare
Experience the vibrant sounds of Italy with Festa Popolare! These talented Italian-Canadian musicians bring Italy’s folk traditions to life! Enjoy the sounds of the mandolin, violin, and chitarra battente in a joyful celebration of music from across the Italian peninsula that make for one unforgettable night at the Columbus Centre!
Where: Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre (901 Lawrence Avenue West Toronto, ON M6B 4E7
When: November 14th, 2025 (7 pm - 9 pm)
Price: Prices start from $22.63
Category: Friends/Date
2. Holiday Heritage & Winter Bliss: A Festive Exploration
Step into the holiday magic at The Distillery Winter Village! Browse local vendors, savour seasonal flavours, and soak in the sparkling lights. Then join the guided tour of the Omni King Edward Hotel featured by a cozy whisky tasting with chef-curated bites at Consort Bar.
Where: Omni King Edward Hotel (37 King St E, Toronto, ON M5C 1E9)
When: November 13th, 2025 to January 4th, 2026 (9 am - 11 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Friends/Date
3. CF Toronto Eaton Centre Tree Lighting
Toronto’s iconic tree lighting ceremony at the Eaton Centre is back! The celebration kicks off at 6 pm with dazzling light and snow shows, festive music, and a visit from Santa himself. Hourly light and snow shows will continue daily through December 31st!
Where: CF Toronto Eaton Centre (220 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 2H1)
When: November 13th, 2025 (Starts at 6 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family friendly
4. Sabrina Carpenter Short n' Sweet Tour
Toronto, it’s your turn! Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet Tour is making its way to the city this week! Get ready for infectious pop anthems and dazzling performances. Don’t miss the show everyone’s talking about!
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St, Toronto, ON M5J 2X2)
When: November 10th - 11th, 2025 (Starts at 7 pm)
Price: Starting at $311.65
Category: Friends/Date
5. Stuffed Gnocchi Pasta Making Class
Pasta lovers, you’ll love this one! In this 3 hour hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create delicious stuffed gnocchi from scratch. Perfect for beginners and foodies alike. No experience needed!
Where: Le Dolci Culinary Classroom (12 Sousa Mendes St, Toronto, ON M6P 0A8)
When: November 14th, 2025 (6 pm - 9 pm)
Price: Prices vary
Category: Family friendly
6. Distillery District Winter Village
This week, the Winter Village comes alive with sparkling lights, festive food vendors, charming pop-up shops, and a grand Christmas tree lighting ceremony to kick off the holiday season!
Where: The Distillery District (55 Mill Street, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4)
When: November 13th, 2025 (Starts at 6 pm)
Price: $15 general admission
Category: Family friendly
7. Centre Stage Jazz Night Thursdays
Jazz Night Thursdays are back at The Junction Underground! Every 2nd Thursday of the month starting Nov 13th, join for a night of smooth tunes and soulful energy. Want to take the stage? Sign up for a singer spot and get coaching before the show.
Where: Junction Underground (2907 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6P 1Z1)
When: November 13th, 2025 (8 pm - 11 pm)
Price: $10 general admission
Category: Friends/Date
8. Miracle on Bloor Christmas Bar
Miracle on Bloor is back! Toronto’s ultimate 19+ holiday experience is taking over Bloor St. West for the 2025 season, and this year, they’ve even opened a second location on Harbourfront! Expect over the top Christmas décor, festive cocktails, drag shows, Santa hangouts, a live DJ, and plenty of sweet and savoury treats.
Where: Third Place (875 Bloor St W Second Floor, Toronto, ON M6G 1M4)
When: November 14th, 2025 to December 29th, 2025
Category: Friends/Date
9. Female Directors Festival
Don’t miss this exciting event spotlighting female film directors in a 95 minute program featuring the best films from around the world! There will also be a Q&A with the filmmakers after the screenings.
Where: Imagine Cinemas Carlton (20 Carlton St., Toronto, ON M5B 2H5)
When: November 13th, 2025 (7 pm - 9 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Friends/Date
10. National Ballet of Canada: The Winter's Tale
The National Ballet of Canada presents The Winter’s Tale, a sweeping story of jealousy, loss, and redemption. Inspired by Shakespeare’s play, this modern classic blends breathtaking choreography, stunning design, and moving original music.
Where: Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts (145 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 4G1)
When: November 14th, 2025 (7:30 pm - 9:30 pm)
Price: Prices vary
Category: Friends/Date
11. 19th Annual Leslieville Wanderlust
The 19th Annual Leslieville Wanderlust Returns! Celebrate the holidays with Santa’s Village, live music, local flavours, and thousands in prizes. Then stay for Wanderlust After Dark to enjoy specialty cocktails and Leslieville’s best bistros.
Where: Multiple venues
When: November 15th, 2025 (12 pm - 6 pm)
Price: Free admission
Category: Date/Friends
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