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 Toronto's Venue for Entertainment or Business |
6900 Airport Rd Toronto, ON L4V 1E8 Canada +1 905 677 6131 / +1 800 567 1199 http://www.internationalcentre... |
Also known as Hall 5, Arrow Hall is Toronto's 100,000 square-foot entertainment facility. Located inside the International Centre near the Pearson Airport, the hall is a year-round concert venue and hosts various trade and consumer shows, sports, festivals and other corporate and special events. Designed with superior acoustics and an in-house sound system, several popular music groups such as Radiohead and the Dave Matthews Band have performed here. Arrow Hall features column free space ensuring that everyone has the best seat in the house. The hall holds up to 9000 people for a general admission show and 8000 for a theatre-style set up. Free parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Canada's Summertime Party |
Lakeshore Blvd & Dufferin St (Exhibition Place) Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Canada +1 416 393 6300 http://www.theex.com/ |
What began as an agricultural fair in 1878 has grown into Canada's largest annual summertime party. Known for the Midway rides, games and carnival-like festivities, the grounds are also home to an annual automotive show, a casino, a food building, Canada's Sports Hall of Fame, the Medieval Times Dinner Theatre and the Grandstand, a music amphitheatre that has been rocked by the Rolling Stones and lampooned by a wartime Bob Hope. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 New and vintage treasures |
100 Princes' Boulevard Automotive Building Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Canada +1 416 516 9859 http://www.theclothingshow.com |
Everything from fabulous vintage clothing, costume jewellery and blankets to antique lace and shoes can all be found under one roof at Toronto's Clothing Show. Held three times a year, over 250 vendors congregate to offer savvy shoppers unique pieces, new trend-setting clothes and relics from the last century. Departments include boutique, street wear, vintage, retro, accessories and more. From fashionistas to extreme sports enthusiasts, there is something for everyone. Admission: USD8-10. Held at Exhibition Place. See their website for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pre-cottage season event |
6900 Airport Rd (At Derry) Toronto, ON L4V 1E8 Canada +1 416 599 2000 http://www.cottagelife.com/ |
From Muskoka chairs to hand-crafted canoes, The Cottage Life Show has it all. Just in time for cottage opening season, this show features more than 450 exhibitors offering practical information along with top-quality products for your every cottage need. This three-day event is touted as the only one of its kind and was created by cottagers for cottagers. Shows are held each spring and autumn. See their website for further information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ice sculpting escapades |
100 Queen St West Nathan Phillips Square Toronto, ON M5H 2N2 Canada +1 416 395 0490 http://www.toronto.ca/special_... |
Here's a chance to see some of the province's best ice-carvers turn Nathan Phillips Square into an icy wonderland. Up to twenty carving teams compete in this two-day frosty frenzy, sculpting marvelous works out of gargantuan ice blocks. There is a yearly theme—last year it was Middle Earth from Tolkien's vivid imagination. This year's theme has yet to be announced. Everyone is encouraged to vote for their favourite sculpture via ballot, and the winner is announced at the Awards Ceremony at the end of the event. The event is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Gallery in the civic center |
399 The West Mall Etobicoke Toronto, ON M9C 2Y2 Canada +1 416 394 8390 http://www.toronto.ca/culture/... |
Located in South Etobicoke, this gallery is housed within the Etobicoke Civic Center. After the city was converted into a suburb of Toronto, the city centre has become the home of the gallery and other institutions. It promotes local artists, and features exhibits of mixed media. To reach here, take the Burnhamthorpe West exit of Highway 427. When you view the exhibits, you will realize that the road trip was definitely worth it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 All you wanted to know |
100 Princes' Blvd (National Trade Centre) Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Canada +1 416 263 3025 http://www.everythingtodowiths... |
This four-day event descends upon Toronto just in time for Halloween. Visitors can attend fashion shows, product demonstrations, seminars, educational workshops and partake in a celebrity autograph signing session. The show's organizers see it as a chance for retailers to appeal to a mainstream, upscale market on the topics of romance and self-improvement. Everything from novelty clothing, hot tubs, books, videos and leather goods are sold, demonstrated or discussed at this unique show. Who said Canadians weren't a sexy lot? Admission: CAD20; visitors must be 19 or older to attend. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Media arts festival |
2 Sussex Avenue (Innis Town Hall) Toronto, ON M5S 1J5 Canada +1 416 971 8405 http://www.imagesfestival.com/ |
For ten days every April this festival, billed as the city's most comprehensive media arts event, offers everything from film screenings and symposia to guest lectures relating to modern-day image-making around the world. The festival has been offering audiences the chance to see a wide variety of video and film from international artists since 1988, and in 1996 decided to provide off-site installations as well. Several prizes are awarded every year to those filmmakers whose stories are deemed exceptional in their category. Tickets are CAD7 per show, or CAD5 for members and students. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Canada's Leading Multipurpose Facility |
6900 Airport Rd Toronto, ON L4V 1E8 Canada +1 905 677 6131 / +1 800 567 1199 http://www.internationalcentre... |
Previously the De Havilland aircraft plant, the International Centre is now one of the only few privately-owned trade and consumer show exhibition facilities in Canada. Along with hosting over 100 exhibitions annually, this one-million square foot centre provides space for meetings, concerts, banquets, cultural events, warehouse sales, corporate and many other special events. The centre includes a 100,000 sq. ft. exhibit hall, meeting rooms, four ballrooms, full-service restaurants, concessions, and free parking. Close to the Pearson Airport, several hotels and restaurants are conveniently located near the International Centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautify in and outdoors |
6900 Airport Road (At Derry) Toronto, ON L4V 1E8 Canada +1 416 512 1305 http://www.home-show.net/ |
If you've been waiting to tackle those flowerbeds and refurbish that recreation room, this annual home and garden show featuring the latest wares to beautify your surroundings should feed that need to renovate. Over 300,000 square feet of products and services are on hand, along with do-it-yourself experts. The show also has a Summer Home and Outdoor Living Pavilion featuring all the patios, decks, and gazebos you'll need for outdoor comfort. Admission: Adults CAD12, Seniors/Children (9-18) CAD9, Children (8 & under) Free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bountiful bikes |
89 Chestnut Street (Automotive Building at the CNE) Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Canada +1 705 778 2275 / +1 800 461 6568 http://www.nationalmotorcycles... |
If you want to buy or sell a motorbike, or merely want to ogle new and vintage bikes, this show held every spring at the Better Living Centre in Exhibition Place will get your motor running. Over 100 vendors display parts, accessories, and bikes in more than 50,000 square feet. Awards are given in various categories, but only one will drive away with Best Bike in Show, which lands the winner CAD1,000. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Over 650 Canadian artisans |
Direct Energy Centre at Exhibition Place 100 Princes' Blvd Toronto, ON M4Y 1A1 Canada +1 416 960 3680 http://www.oneofakindshow.com/ |
Running twice a year, the spring show in March and the Christmas show in late November/early December at the Direct Energy Centre, the One of a Kind Show features the works of more than 750 Canadian artisans. Crafts, fashion and fine art sales are featured, complemented by exhibits, competitions and gallery displays. The Christmas show, in particular, attracts those looking for unique holiday gifts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World's largest fair |
100 Princes' Boulevard (Strachan Ave and Lakeshore Road) Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Canada +1 416 263 3400 http://www.royalfair.org/ |
This fair is perhaps the last vestige of the rural agricultural community that Toronto once was. For 10 days in early November, Exhibition Place and the Direct Energy Centre become a huge fairground, hosting a series of competitions in agriculture, horticulture and equestrian activities. It's also the largest indoor fair of its kind in the world. Where else in a city of 4.5 million will you get a chance to see 3,000 head of cattle, 500 sheep, 300 pigs and 1,600 birds? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Calling all Santa fans |
Bloor & Christie Sts (starting point) Front & Church Sts (ending point) Toronto, ON M5S 1M4 Canada +1 416 964 6444 x445 / +1 416 964 6444 x462 http://www.thesantaclausparade... |
Every November, both the young and the young at heart line up along the Santa Claus Parade route to marvel at the cheerful Christmas floats, clowns and entertainers. The festivities begin near the Christie subway stop on Bloor Street West and wind down University to Queen Street, ending at Front Street East. The parade is broadcast with live commentary and over 100 playful clowns, who are actually corporate executive event sponsors, line up in the chilly winter air to support the parade. There is no fee to attend this fun-filled, magical event. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Photography festival |
258 Wallace Avenue, Suite 204 Toronto, ON M6P 3M9 Canada +1 416 539 9595 http://www.contactphoto.com |
A month long celebration of the photographic arts, this festival features some of the top photographers of the modern era in venues that are accessible to the general public. Artists include such well known names as Arbus, Abbott and Cartier Bresson, with representative work from a variety of private collections. As well, up and comers have the opportunity to show their stuff at several venues around town, including various spaces at Harbourfront Center and the Ryerson Gallery. Consult the website for a complete program of events and venues. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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