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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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 Cool jazz, hot fun |
1976 A Queen Street East (office) (Festival takes place at Kew Gardens) Toronto, ON M4L 1G8 Canada +1 416 698 2152 http://www.beachesjazz.com/ |
This annual jazz festival provides music lovers with an opportunity to hear popular Canadian and international performers. Groups perform in various venues along Queen Street East, from Woodbine to Neville Park in the Beaches area. The restaurants and cafes do double duty during the four night festival, while Kew Gardens hosts musical entertainment on the Saturday and Sunday afternoons. With an estimated 650,000 scheduled to drop by, many of the shops take advantage of the increased traffic by displaying their wares on the sidewalk. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Celebrate North America's Aboriginal Cultures |
1 Blue Jays Way (SkyDome) Toronto, ON M5V 1J3 Canada +1 519 751 0040 http://www.canab.com/ |
Touted as Canada's largest Aboriginal festival, this three-day extravaganza offers the chance to learn about North America's Aboriginal peoples in a fun atmosphere. Apart from viewing more than 1,000 dancers in the colorful Pow Wow ceremony at Rogers Centre, you can wander the market area and shop for beautiful arts and crafts, try authentic traditional foods, or sit in on one of 30 teaching stations and learn about Aboriginal heritage on this continent. There's even a Music Awards celebration. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Huge New Car Exhibition |
255 Front Street W (at John Street) Toronto, ON M5V 3L9 Canada +1 905 940 2800 http://www.autoshow.ca/ |
What started out as a modest display of new cars in 1974 (seen by 80,000) has expanded to a 800,000 square foot exposition that draws over 250,000 visitors over 10 days in late February. Held in the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, close to the CN Tower and Union Station, the show features more than 150 exhibitors. Now offering the Total Automotive Experience, the show helps visualize the dream everyone has of shopping for and buying a new car. Admission: CAD20 Adult; CAD7 Child 7-12 with adult; free for 6 and under with adult. 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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World's Largest Caribbean Fest |
Olympic Island Ferry Docks at Bay Street and Queen's Quay Toronto, ON M5J 1A1 Canada +1 647 777 1018 http://www.caribana.com/ |
Toronto is home to the largest Caribbean population in Canada; this festival, celebrates the culture with a calypso competition, the choosing of a king and queen, a wild costume parade, music, food, art and dance. The festival starts at Nathan Phillips Square, while the King and Queen Extravaganza goes on at Lamport Stadium; other events are held at Exhibition Place and Olympic Island. The street party is free, but evening dances or events vary so check a program guide for more information. See website for complete yearly particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Holiday Season in Lights |
100 Queen Street Toronto, ON M5H 2N2 Canada +1 416 338 0338 http://www.toronto.ca/special_... |
Thousands descend upon Nathan Phillips Square every year to kick off the holiday season in style. A giant Christmas tree with over 100,000 twinkling lights greets spectators as it is officially lit on this evening. Canadian ice skating Olympians participate in the two, twenty-minute ice skating performances in the Nathan Phillips Square ice rink, and some of the city's best musical performers fill the stage. Public skating to live music is offered nightly. Bundle up to dance or skate under the stars. This is a free event offered every year by the city. Opening ceremony starts at 7p. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Toronto's sensational street party |
Various venues Toronto, ON M4W 1A3 Canada http://www.toronto.ca/special_... |
In 1998, when city Mayor Mel Lastman amalgamated several cities into what is now called the Greater Toronto Area, he created the Celebrate Toronto Street Festival to bring everyone in the area together in a spirit of festive civic pride. Jugglers and street performers entertain on street corners and restaurants and shops offer all types of enticements. The free event kicks off with a showcase concert at the Eglington and Yonge site on Friday night and continues until Sunday at five festival sites along Yonge Street: at Dundas to the south and north to Bloor, St Clair, Eglinton and Lawrence. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chinese cultural festival |
100 Princes' Boulevard Better Living Centre Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Canada +1 416 483 8218 http://www.torontocelebrates.com/ |
Take part in this vibrant and festive annual celebration of the Chinese New Year and enjoy an authentic piece of Asian culture and heritage. Held in the Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, it is the largest Chinese New Year celebration in the country. See traditional dancers, acrobats, pop stars, lion dances and kung fu shows while you sample Chinese delicacies and shop for unique gifts and treats. Admission: CAD38-188. 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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 Hall at University of Toronto |
31 King's College Circle Toronto, ON M5S1A1 Canada +1 416 978 2100 http://www.arts.utoronto.ca/Ve... |
Every fall and spring, thousands of students of the University of Toronto gather here for their graduating ceremony. This 1,700-seat domed hall is also used as a lecture hall for university courses, concerts, guest lectures, readings, ceremonies and rallies. Convocation Hall, or 'Con Hall' is located on the University of Toronto's St. George campus. 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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Earth Week organizers |
1873 Bloor Street West (High Park) Toronto, ON M5H 2N2 Canada +1 416 599 1991 http://www.earthday.ca/ |
As Toronto's umbrella group for what is billed as the largest environmental festival in the world, this organization is responsible for coordinating the hundreds of events and projects around the city to celebrate Earth Day. In fact, the event has become so large that it now runs over a period of two weeks in April. Among the events normally scheduled are Enviro Fest, a tree-planting festival, the Back to the Dirt Benefit Concert and Earth Day festivities in High Park. Consult the website for detailed information about upcoming festivities; most events are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 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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State of the art home design |
717 Church Street National Trade Centre, Exhibition Place Toronto, ON M4W 2M4 Canada +1 416 599 3222 http://www.interiordesignshow.... |
If you have a fetish for all things design related, you may want to check out this massive annual interior design show that highlights the latest and hottest in home decor, designers, design products and services. Explore sumptous, cutting edge international design from the best in floor shows, book signings, parties, speakers, exhibitions and ask-a-designer sessions. The operative word here is luxury. 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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Market festival |
67 Kensington Avenue (at Dundas Street West) Toronto, ON M5T 2K2 Canada +1 905 593 0871 |
On any given day, Kensington Market is a city favorite for fresh fruits and vegetables, but come December and January, it transforms into a celebration of lights and splendor with an annual parade rejoicing Christmas and Hanukkah. While this is the primary year-end festivity for this area, Kensington Market plays year-round host to one of Canada's largest artistic communities. From painters, and poets to artists, these colourful characters lend a vibrant quality to the area. This is a free event. Call ahead for this year's exact date and times. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A racing extravaganza |
175 Bloor Street East North Tower, 2nd Floor Toronto, ON M4W 3R8 Canada +1 416 922 7477 http://www.grandprixtoronto.com/ |
More than just a car race, this three-day extravaganza includes exhibitions, entertainment, and, of course, the race itself. Off-track events feature race displays, pit stop challenges and interactive games at Motorfest, taking place in the Direct Energy Centre. More than 140 drivers jockey for position during two days of qualifying. The qualifiers then meet for the main event and roar through the city's streets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Summer's highly anticipated event |
Exhibition Place 175 Bloor St. East North Tower Toronto, ON M4W 3R8 Canada +1 416 872 4639 http://www.molsonindy.com |
This is one of the city's most highly anticipated summer events. One weekend in the summer, the streets of downtown Vancouver are transformed into a world-class racing circuit. For three days, drivers compete for the Indy Car chequered flag at speeds exceeding 300 kilometres per hour. More than 150,000 people attend the seat-rattling event each year. Be sure to bring your earplugs, though, because the race can be heard for miles around. 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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Come Alive |
Wellesley Street East, Suite 501 - 65 (Pride Toronto Office) Toronto, ON M4Y 1G7 Canada +1 416 927 7433 http://www.pridetoronto.com/ |
This festival held each year in the last week of June, since the 1980s, celebrates gay and lesbian freedom. The festival includes several festivities, hundreds of entertainers on stage, a market place, the Family Pride, the Dyke March, and the famous Pride Parade. True to its theme of inclusiveness for all, the festival organizers provide for audio cassettes, Braille maps and guides, scooter and wheelchair accessible washrooms, attendants and wheelchairs. People have the option of voicing their opinion at the community fair where non-government groups come together. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Morrisson was here. And so were the cats and the horses! |
Exhibition Place 100 Princes' Boulevard Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Canada +1 416 263 3000 / +1 416 263 3001 http://www.ricohcoliseum.com/i... |
Located in downtown Toronto, this is the city's newest sports and entertainment complex. It has played host to a bouquet of entertaining events, such as, a Horse Show, Cat Show, Butter Sculptures, Miss CNE Pageant, and Volkswagen's first Canadian showing in 1952 were all held at this massive venue. In the 1960s and 1970s, The Doors, The Who, Genesis, and Jimmy Hendrix played during the off-season to a huge crowd. Don't worry about parking space, as there are over 7,000 parking spots on-site. Make sure you remember where you've parked! 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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George Bernard & Friends |
Shaw Festival Theatre 10 Queen's Parade Toronto, ON L0S 1J0 Canada +1 905 468 2172 / +1 800 511 7429 http://www.shawfest.com/ |
This festival, located about two hours west of Toronto and 20 minutes from Niagara Falls, is the only one in the world specializing in the works of George Bernard Shaw and his contemporaries. Running between April and November, the festival features about a dozen plays annually. Presented in three architecturally stunning venues: the Court House Theatre, the Royal George Theatre, and the modern Festival Theatre. Bernard Shaw's well-known masterpieces and numerous Victorian dramas entertain audiences every year. Tickets range between CAD18-CAD82 depending on venue, play and time of week. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Listening can be fun too! |
43 Queen's Park Crescent East The Storytellers School of Toronto (Organisers) Toronto, ON M5S 2C3 Canada +1 416 656 2445 http://festival.storytellingto... |
This storytelling festival, held in various venues across the city, is a test and a reward for good listening skills. Museums, schools and theatres play host as writers entertain an audience comprising both young and old. The stories range from funny and scary to historical. Come by to hear old and new tales—the kids will enjoy them too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Alternative Performances |
344 Bloor Street West, Suite 507 Toronto, ON M5S 3A7 Canada +1 416 966 1062 http://www.fringetoronto.com/ |
The brainchild of a group of artists with a passion for creating performance opportunities for emerging talent, Toronto's Street Theatre Festival has thrived for more than 12 years. While it has grown to where 100 local and international theatre companies perform each year, the grass root principles remain intact: the selection process is by lottery and not by jury. Performances take place in eight main venues, all conveniently located in the Annex neighbourhood. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Commemorating a noble spirit |
1220 Ellesmere Road, Suite 13 Toronto, ON M1P 2X5 Canada +1 416 595 1739 / +1 416 598 8945 http://www.dragonboats.com/ |
Held to commemorate the spirit of a Chinese poet who killed himself in protest some 2000 years ago, this boat race off the waters of the Toronto Islands attracts hundreds of competitors from around the world. The festivities consist of 85 separate races and more than 30 multicultural performances. The events, organized by the Toronto Chinese Business Association and The Greater Toronto Dragon Boat Club generally attract more than 100,000 spectators. The winner of the Dragon Boat Grand Championship Cup represents Canada in the International Races in Asia. Admission for spectators is free. Call for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A star-studded affair |
55 Bloor Street West (Main Floor, North Entrance) Manulife Centre (Year-round Box Office) Toronto, ON M5H 3R3 Canada +1 416 968 3456 (Tickets) http://www.e.bell.ca/filmfest |
What began in 1976 as a local Festival of Festivals has now become an internationally renowned attraction, bringing stars from every corner of the globe to the streets of downtown Toronto. Every year hundreds of new films are presented and masses turn out for film viewing and star gazing. Depending on what you want to see, attending screenings can either be a one-in-a-million chance or a piece of cake: festival packages sell out weeks in advance, but single tickets are sometimes available at individual theatre box offices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hic, hic, hooray! |
100 Garrison Road Historic Fort York Toronto, ON M5V 3K9 Canada +1 866 943 8849 (Toll Free) /+1 416 640 0966 http://www.beerfestival.ca/ |
Held each August in downtown Toronto at the Historic Fort York, this festival helps revelers live it up quite a bit. Over 200 brands of beer are available for purchase, while live music, hot food and the Napoleon Grilling Tent add to the mood. The "King Street Crawl" is one of the biggest draws, where you get to sample free beer and enter a contest to win rock concert tickets. You need to be 19 years or older to buy a ticket for the festival and its satellite events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Helping kids understand water conservation |
Stouffville Road Bruce's Mill Conservation Area Toronto, ON L4A 7X5 Canada +1 905 830 4444 x5726 http://www.ycwf.com |
This event is held every May in the town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, 24 kilometres north of Toronto. It is organized by the York Region Health Services. Children from various schools learn the importance of water conservation through games and activities. Lectures on lives of Aboriginals, oil slicks, hygiene, fresh water bodies and simulations of fire-fighting are part of the event. Information about how a city's drainage system works and quantity of water consumed in daily activities is also given. For participation of school students in the festival check the Web site or call for details. Review © 2007, Wcities |