Things to do in Toronto this week include catching up on some of the city’s favourite festive events like the Cavalcade of Lights at City Hall or visiting the Distillery District Winter Village before the holidays hit.
While most of the city is prepared to shut down on Dec. 25, there are still a number of fun events you can check out this week, including a comedy show on Christmas Day, a breathtaking museum exhibit and one of the city’s favourite electric music festivals.
To view the full listings or find out even more things to do in Toronto this week, be sure to check out our events page.
Here are our picks for things to do in Toronto this week.
Events you might want to check out:
2nd Annual Christmas at Backroom Comedy Club (December 25 @ Backroom Comedy Club)
Spend Christmas day unwrapping the gift of laughter at the second annual instalment of this festive comedy extravaganza.
ROM for the Holidays (December 26 – January 5 @ Royal Ontario Museum)
This annual event kicks off this week with live performances, special exhibitions and activities that are fun doe everyone.
Light Up the Dark 2024 (December 27-29 @ Aga Khan Museum Park)
The Aga Khan museum is lighting up all weekend long as works from a selection of OCADU grads and students are projected on its facade.
Solaris (December 27-28 @ Rebel)
Toronto’s annual winter EDM festival is back for another year, featuring sets by Dabin and Gryffin to keep the party rolling from Christmas to New Years.
All Out Comedy: Holiday Edition (December 26 @ Comedy Bar Bloor)
Let out a good-old-fashioned “ho ho ho” at this hilarious comedy show.
Jewish Comedy Festival Presents: Menorah Maddness (December 26 @ Comedy Bar)
Hanukkah is here, so celebrate with this comedy show full of local comics that are ” hotter than fresh latkes.”
A Boxing Day All Star Comedy Show (December 26 @ Yuk Yuks Comedy Club)
Save yourself from the mall crowds on Boxing Day and instead opt to laugh along with legendary local comics.
Christmas Day with Donne Roberts & Quincy Bullen (December 25 @ DROM Taberna)
While most bars in the city are closed Christmas Day, this one will be open with live music performances from some local legends.
a Boxing Day party with Kenny Glasgow (December 26 @ Wiggle Room)
Shake off your holiday stress with this lively house music set and dance party overflowing with lively beats.
All Vinyl Everything: Boxing Day Edition (December 26 @ The Drake Hotel)
Take a trip back to a simpler time with this all-vinyl dance party with the legendary DJ Starting From Scratch.
All Covers Night! at The Horseshoe (December 27 @ Horseshoe Tavern)
The Dreamboats are playing nothing but covers of 50s and 60s hits all night long at this epic live music night.
Distillery District Winter Village (November 13 – December 31 @ Distillery District)
It’s not too late to visit the highlight of Toronto’s festive season for a little extra holiday cheer.
Cavalcade of Lights (November 30 – January 7 @ Nathan Phillips Square)
Check out the charming lights that have taken over Toronto’s city hall for a free night of holiday fun.
Cirque Du Soleil Twas The Night Before (December 12 – January 3 @ Meridian Hall)
Check out Cirque Du Soleil’s brand-new holiday stage show before it’s too late.
National Ballet of Canada: The Nutcracker (December 24 @ Four Seasons Centre)
Nothing says “Christmas” quite like this magical ballet performance that’s an annual favourite.
