Top 6 in the 6ix: Can't miss Toronto events December 18 to 24

Trying to decide what to do in Toronto this week?

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From festive movie screenings to an epic skate party at the Natrel Rink, here are the top events happening in the city this week from December 18 to 24.

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Casa Loma Canadian Winter Nights

What: Starting Monday, you can come and see the Casa Loma’s beauty and charm during the holidays at night. The castle’s Canadian Winter Nights event will feature the same attractions and performances from the afternoon, but will also give visitors the opportunity to explore the castle’s grounds to take in the magical Christmas lights and holiday displays throughout the gardens.

When: December 18, 5 pm to 9 pm
Where: Casa Loma, 1 Austin Terrace

Toronto Christmas Walking Tour

What: Explore Toronto’s most decorated neighbourhood with this festive Toronto walking tour. The walk will begin at Rosedale subway station and will continue through the surrounding decorated neighbourhoods filled with 14-foot inflatable Santa Clauses.

When: December 18 to 22, 6:30 pm to 8 pm
Where: Rosedale Subway Station

12 Beers of Xmas

What: Come enjoy 12 local craft beers at this annual all-you-can-taste, beer-drinking extravaganza. There will be live music, DJs, and enough suds to give Santa’s village a hangover.

When: December 22, 6 pm to 9 pm
Where: Gladstone Hotel, 1214 Queen Street West

Hot Docs’ Free Holiday Classics Screenings

What: Come and get into the holiday spirit at a free screening of your favourite holiday movies! Hot Docs Cinema will be hosting free screenings of Elf and The Holiday this week.

When: December 22 to 22
Where: Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema, 506 Bloor Street West

Die Hard Quote-Along

What: Take a visit to Nakatomi Plaza this Christmas with a quote-along complete with festive drink specials and a hilarious pre-show hosted by funnyman Thomas Rivas. Tickets are $11.50 or you can purchase a ticket with beer and medium popcorn for$16.81. Yippee ki yay…

When: December 23, 9:30 pm (doors at 8:30 pm)
Where: Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema, 506 Bloor Street West

1 Love T.O, Harbourfront DJ Skate Night

What: Sharpen your skates and skills at Toronto’s number one outdoor winter party. Come and celebrate our city in all its winter glory as 1 LOVE T.O. spins funk, hip-hop, R&B and house. With DJ DLUX and host, Mr. 1LOVETO himself, Tyrone ‘T-rex’ Edwards.

When: December 23, 8 pm to 11 pm
Where: Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West