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The weekend continues!
Make the most of today by checking out what’s happening in Toronto this lovely Saturday.
The September Warehouse Sale
What: The September, Toronto’s destination for designer shoes and accessories, is hosting a massive warehouse sale this weekend with high-end designer brands like Kate Spade, UGG, Aquazzura, Valentino, Vince, Tods, Stuart Weitzman, Lanvin, and more all up to 80% off.
When: Now until January 27
Where: 535 Queen Street East (Suite 7), Toronto
The Winter Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls
What: The annual Winter Festival of Lights stretches over 8 kilometers in Niagara and will run through to the end of January. Attracting over 1 million visitors annually, this incredible spectacle is Canada’s largest lights festival. Just imagine a breathtaking, colourful scene with millions of sparkling lights and animated displays that extends to Dufferin Islands. And yes, it’s completely free to attend!
When: Now until the end of January
Where: Niagara Falls
Burdock Piano Fest
What: Calling all music lovers: the Burdock Piano Fest is back for its third year. This January, Toronto’s Burdock Brewery will be the place to be, as it will be setting up its baby grand piano and hosting a series of incredible concerts from 30 plus pianists, including a number of special guest performers.
When: Now until January 29
Where: 1184 Bloor Street West
Winterlicious 2018
What: Toronto’s biannual prix fixe promotion returns this winter from January 26 to February 8, and in addition to the special menus at restaurants across the city, Winterlicious will also host a Culinary Events Series.
When: Now until February 8
Where: Restaurants across Toronto
DJ Skate Nights
What: Sharpen your skates and skills at Toronto’s number one outdoor winter party. This year you can expect another stellar lineup of DJs that will bring the heat to your Saturday nights.
When: Now until February 17 (Saturday’s from 8 pm to 11 pm)
Where: Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
Light Up the Beach
What: Now in its 10th year, Light Up the Beach features more than 80,000 twinkling lights along the Toronto Beaches boardwalk to support The Michael Garron Hospital Foundation. The light display is truly a sight to see and a holiday tradition that every Torontonian should enjoy.
When: Now until mid-February
Where: At the foot of Leuty Avenue, The Beach
Ice Breakers
What: Now in its second year, temporary winter art exhibit Ice Breakers is returning to 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 25
Where: Queens Quay from Harbourfront Centre to the Toronto Music Garden
Toronto Light Fest
What: For the second year in a row, the historic Distillery District will be 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 4
Where: Distillery District
Winter at Ontario Place
What: Ontario Place has welcomed a new festival: Winter at Ontario Place. The new festival features various winter-themed activities including the Winter Light Exhibition, skating on the new synthetic skating rink and film screenings at the newly re-opened Cinesphere.
When: Now until March 18
Where: Ontario Place
Savour St. Lawrence Market
What: Tour the Market with a glass of sparkling wine in hand and enjoy tastings from three Market merchants before partaking in a four-course demo and dine experience that features “the bounty of the Market paired with local Ontario wines.”
When: January 27
Where: St. Lawrence Market, 93-95 Front Street East
The Drake Barn Burner Hockey Game
What: Now in its second year, The Drake Barn Burner Hockey Game + Dinner takes place this January in Prince Edward County and will see all-star chefs face off at Essroc Arena (AKA Duke Dome), in support of Community Food Centres Canada, and The StoreHouse Food Bank which will benefit from the proceeds of game ticket sales.
When: January 27
Where: Essroc Arena, 111 Belleville Street, Wellington, Ontario
CIBC National Ski & Snowboard Day
What: The 4th annual CIBC National Ski and Snowboard Day will be taking place from coast to coast on January 27, giving Canadians incredible access to the nation’s majestic winter playgrounds as select resorts will be offering incredible discounts on lift tickets.
When: January 27
Where: Participating resorts across Canada
Montecito Wedding Show
What: This Saturday, Montecito Restaurant will be transformed into the perfect venue for all things wedding including food, beverages, music, decor, florals and dresses as part of its second annual wedding show.
When: January 27, 11 am to 3 pm
Where: Montecito Restaurant, 299 Adelaide Street West
High Tea at Casa Loma
What: Channel the Edwardian era over teas and a tiered cake stand topped with mini pastries, scones, croissants, strawberries and cream, crumpets, and tea sandwiches.
When: January 27, 11 am to 5 pm
Where: Casa Loma, 1 Austin Terrace
EVE OF ST. GEORGE
What: Transcendance Project, a Toronto-based contemporary dance company, has announced the opening of EVE OF ST. GEORGE, Toronto’s first immersive dance production inspired by and with cast from New York City’s smash-hit theatrical experience Sleep No More.
When: January 27, 7 pm & 10 pm
Where: A dozen daunting spaces — some open, others locked — in The Great Hall, located at 1087 Queen Street West
The Room (2003)
What: This Saturday, you can enjoy a screening of what has been dubbed as the best worst movie of all time, The Room. Don’t miss your chance to experience Tommy Wiseau’s epic masterpiece. This quirky black comedy is a riot.
When: January 27, 11 pm to 2 am
Where: Imagine Cinemas Carlton, 20 Carlton Street