Top 6 in the 6ix: Can't miss Toronto events March 13 to 19

Mar 10 2017, 3:48 am

A new week in Toronto means a new lineup of unparalleled events to check out in the city.

And we get it, in a city as vibrant as Toronto it can be extremely difficult to decide on the best events and activities to enjoy. It always feels like there are too many fun things to do, and oh so little time. But have no fear, we’re here to help!

These are the top six events taking place in Toronto this week!

Passenger

To promote his new album Young as the Morning, Old as the Sea, Passenger will be stopping by Rebel to perform his folky, poetic, and acoustic guitar-based songs alongside the equally talented Paper Kites. Tickets start at $47.

Where: Rebel, 11 Polson Street
When: March 15, 8 pm

EVITA

Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Evita is the story of the charismatic and controversial Eva Perón, whose beauty and ambition vaulted her from poverty to power as the First Lady of Argentina. Today, Eva remains one of the most complex female political figures of the last century. Tickets start at $35.

Where: Toronto Centre for the Arts, 5040 Yonge Street
When: March 17 to 26

Toronto ComiCon 2017

Calling all Toronto nerds, Toronto ComiCon is back for another action-packed weekend filled with non-stop comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming. Here you’ll find exciting family-friendly activities and celebrity guests.

Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 222 Bremner Boulevard
When: March 17 to 19

Guinness SPD Toronto

What: Year after year Guinness SPD has proven to be Toronto’s favourite all-day St. Patrick’s Day party. Come join that old friend from high school for the free pancake breakfast, enjoy a delicious Guinness with your future ex-girlfriend or most importantly dance with your best friends to the live bands for an authentic Irish all day party you do not want to miss.

Where: 11 Polson Street
When: Saturday, March 18 at 11 am to 9 pm

St. Patrick’s Day Parade

If you’re not too hung over from your St. Patrick’s Day festivities, make sure to check out the city’s largest Irish-themed event. The parade starts around 12:30 pm at St. George and Bloor and will run down Yonge Street before finally ending at Nathan Philips Square.

Where: St. George and Bloor Street West
When: Sunday, March 19 at 12:30 pm

The 9th Totally Fabulous Vegan Bake-Off

Attention Toronto foodies, the Totally Fabulous Vegan Bake Off is back for the ninth delicious year. Presented by the Toronto Vegetarian Association, the competitive baking contest features professional and amateur bakers  as they compete for prizes in a variety of confectionery categories. Last year, the event attracted approximately 50 bakers and more than 500 eaters.

Where: Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie Street
When: Sunday, March 19

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