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It’s the last Saturday of the month, Toronto.
Make the most of the mild weather today and check out these awesome events happening in the city this fine Saturday.
See also
- Sugar Shack TO is returning to Toronto's waterfront this March
- It's the last weekend to check out Toronto's free waterfront art exhibit
- You can get FREE döner kebabs on Queen East this weekend
I am a Cold Fighter Free Boxing Class
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What: To help bring awareness to the many ways you can stay healthy and strong during the cold and flu season, Torontonians are invited to take part in a free boxing class hosted by Jamieson Vitamins this weekend. Taking place on various dates this February, fitness enthusiasts can lace up and join the free boxing class and wellness session at a number of fitness centres throughout the city.
When: On now until February 23
Time: Varies by day
Where: Various locations throughout the city
Price: Free
PetSmart National Pet Adoption Weekend
What: For nearly 20 years, PetSmart Charities of Canada has partnered with animal welfare organizations across the country to bring adoptable pets into PetSmart stores to give them a helping hand at finding a forever home. Last National Adoption Weekend over 1,800 pets found forever homes from dogs, puppies, cats, kittens, small pets and more.
When: Running until February 24
Time: Varies by location
Where: Select PetSmart locations across Toronto (Check website for full list of participating locations)
Artist Project Contemporary Art Fair
What: From collectors and curators to gallerists and designers, visitors can explore and discover works of art from over 300 top contemporary artists from Canada and abroad.
When: Now until February 24
Where: Better Living Centre, Exhibition Place
Price: Adults start at $16
Canadian International Auto Show
What: Experience the total automotive experience with over 600,000-sq-ft of dazzling displays, big prize giveaways and engaging exhibits.
When: Now until February 24
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Price: Adults are $25
Rose: A New Musical
Rose Soul Pepper Theatre
What: From Sarah Wilson and Mike Ross, co-creator of Spoon River, comes an inspiring and joyful musical about acceptance, love, and finding your own path, even when that path isn’t what you thought it would be.
When: Now until February 24
Time: Showtimes vary by day
Where: Soulpepper Theatre, Young Centre for the Performing Arts, 50 Tank House Lane
Price: From $36
Ice Breakers
What: Now in its third year, temporary winter art exhibit Ice Breakers has taken over Toronto’s waterfront. Organized by Winter Stations and The Waterfront Business Improvement Area (WBIA), Ice Breakers will provide the city with five temporary wintertime art installations that are 100% free to the public.
When: Now until February 24
Time: All day
Where: Queens Quay from Harbourfront Centre to the Toronto Music Garden
Price: Free to the public
Winterfolk Blues and Roots Music Festival
What: This all-ages, winter music festival will feature the best of urban, blues, rock, jazz, country, folk and roots music. Come and enjoy more than 100 artists will be performing at seven venues over three days.
When: On now until February 24
Time: 7 pm to 2 am
Where: Various venues
Price: $15
Toronto Light Fest
Toronto Light Festival 2019
Toronto Light Fest
What: For the third year in a row, the historic Distillery District is home to the Toronto Light Fest this winter. Designed to entertain and inspire, the free to attend light festival will feature curated light installations and illuminated sculptures created by a number of local and international artists.
When: Now until March 3
Time: After sunset
Where: Distillery District
Price: Free
Winter at Ontario Place
What: Following last year’s successful inaugural winter program, Ontario Place will once again come alive this winter season. Running from now to March 17, the West Island of Ontario Place will be home to the Winter Light Exhibition, free public skating and community bonfires. This year, visitors can also look forward to a series of DJ nights at the iconic waterfront venue and a range of beloved films at Cinesphere.
When: Now until March 17
Time: 6 pm to 12 am
Where: 955 Lake Shore Blvd. West
Price: Free to attend
Winter Stations 2019
What: Winter Stations returns for its fifth year, welcoming international designers to bring public art installations to The Beaches. The installations, which are on display until April, will be temporary structures that will be able to withstand our rigours winter weather.
When: Now until April 1
Time: All day
Where: Woodbine Beach, 1675 Lake Shore Blvd. East
Price: Admission is free
Coors Light Après Ski V5
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What: Skip the slopes and head straight for the champagne! Now in its fifth year, the Coors Light-sponsored Après-Ski party takes over The Porch for an afternoon of outdoor wintertime fun this February.
When: February 23
Time: noon to 8 pm
Where: The Porch Toronto, 250 Adelaide Street West
Price: $24.99 to $39.99
Cat Video Fest
What: Celebrate the irresistible cuteness of felines with this special event screening featuring a compilation of the latest and best cat videos. Hot Docs is proud to be supporting this travelling event and will be donating 10% of the ticket sales to Toronto Cat Rescue.
When: February 23
Time: 4 pm
Time: Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema, 506 Bloor Street West
Price: $15.04
Toronto Chinese New Year Ball
What: The Hong Kong-Canada Business Association celebrates the Year of the Pig with a ball that includes traditional lion dancing, Chinese games, food, silent auctions and more.
When: February 23
Time: 6 pm to 11 pm
Where: 600 Highway 7, Richmond Hill
Price: Individual tickets start at $220
IKEA PJ Party
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What: Guests are invited to spend the evening at IKEA in their PJs. With activities like yoga, meditation, bedtime snacks and guidance from a sleep expert, you’re bound to reach levels of relaxation you’ve never been to before.
When: February 23
Time: From 8 pm to 11 pm
Where: Participating locations across Canada
Price: Free to attend! Register online
What: The ladies behind one of the hottest podcasts are coming to town this February. Comedians Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark of My Favourite Murder are bringing their podcast tour to Toronto and while tickets are sold out, there are still plenty of re-sell tickets up for grabs.
When: February 23
Time: 8 pm
Where: Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, 1 Front Street East
The Super Naughty Show
What: The Super Naughty Show is Toronto’s sexiest art show, featuring hundreds of adult-oriented paintings and sculptures all from local independent artists.
When: February 23
Time: Doors open at 8 pm
Where: Super Wonder Gallery, 584 College Street
Price: $10
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