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It may have been a short week, but we bet you’re ready for Saturday. Make sure it’s a fun one at any of these great events in Toronto today, January 4.
Martin Scorsese: A Retrospective
What: He’s one of the globe’s greatest and most iconic of filmmakers. Watch 27 of the master’s feature movies, and see what makes Marty one of the best. This is the last day to catch some of the film series before it leaves the city.
When: Saturday, January 4
Time: Times vary, check online
Where: TIFF Bell Lightbox — 350 King Street West
Admission: Prices vary, available online
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Aurora Winter Festival
What: For its last weekend, the Aurora Winter Festival will transform Toronto’s Ontario Place into a hidden village with enchanting elements inspired by the North Pole including magical characters, captivating light displays, endless fun, games, and activities.
When: Now until January 5
Time: 4 pm to 10 pm
Where: Ontario Place — 955 Lake Shore Boulevard West
Price: $17.99, available online
CATS
What: See the live version without any CGI. Winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical, CATS tells the story of one magical night when an extraordinary tribe of cats gathers for its annual ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn.
When: Now until January 5
Time: Times vary
Where: Princess of Wales Theatre — 300 King Street West
Admission: Tickets start at $39, available online
Tunnel of Glam
What: The celebrated Tunnel of Glam returns for its second year. Members of the public can visit this outdoor, 80 ft. pedestrian tunnel lined with 14 million reversible sequins for a delightfully festive and immersive wintertime destination.
When: Now until January 6
Where: 1501 Yonge Street
Admission: Free
A Nutcracker Christmas at the Castle
What: Toronto’s only castle will host a wide range of activities and thrilling performances that will be fun for the whole family. Enjoy new shows by famed illusionist entertainer Professor Wick and ice skating performers Glisse on Ice. Guests will be surrounded by holiday magic throughout the castle which will be resplendent with holiday décor. It’s another last chance to see this one, as it’ll be leaving the city after the weekend.
When: Now until January 5
Time: Daily, December 1 to January 5, 9.30 am to 5 pm; nightly, December 15 to December 30, 5 pm to 9 pm
Where: Casa Loma — 1 Austin Terrace
Admission: $30, available online
The Nameless Citizens at Lee’s Palace
What: Toronto indie pop rock band The Nameless Citizens play Lee’s Palace along with Electric Influence, Madame Psychosis, and Substrata. Are you ready to rock?
When: Saturday, January 4
Time: 8:30 pm
Where: Lee’s Palace — 529 Bloor Street West
Admission: $8
Studio Ghibli on Screen: Ponyo
What: Ponyo, Ponyo, little fishy in the sea! It’s a movie of magical wonder and incredibly beautiful visuals. The film centers on the friendship between five-year-old Sosuke and a magical goldfish named Ponyo, the young daughter of a sorcerer father and a sea-goddess mother. After a chance encounter, Ponyo yearns to become a human so she can be with Sosuke.
When: Saturday, January 4
Time: 1:30 pm
Where: Revue Cinema — 400 Roncesvalles Avenue
Admission: $10 to $13, available online
Craft Beer Curling Series
What: Have your beer… on the rocks. Huck some stones and enjoy local beer. Each team will play two three-end games and get a pitcher of the week’s featured Ontario craft beer and a large pizza.
When: Saturday, January 4
Time: 11 pm to 2 am
Where: High Park Club — 100 Indian Road
Admission: $100, available online
North American International Motorcycle Supershow 2020
What: North America’s Largest Motorcycle show, the 44th Annual North American International Motorcycle SUPERSHOW, is back with thousands of bikes. Check out new, used, vintage, racing, scooter, custom, choppers, touring, cruising, performance and motocross bikes from across the country.
When: January 4 and 5
Where: The International Centre — 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga
Admission: $20, available online
Skating at Harbourfront Centre
What: When the temperature starts to drop, it means it’s officially time to go skating. And it just so happens that the city’s most scenic rink is open for the winter season. The Natrel Rink is complete with heated indoor change rooms and its own rink-side bar and grill for those interested in getting a snack post-skate. The best part? Skating at the Harbourfront rink is totally free.
When: Now until spring
Time: Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 10 pm; Friday and Saturday, 9 am to 11 pm; Sunday, 9 am to 10 pm
Where: Harbourfront Centre — 235 Queens Quay West
Price: Skating is free
Toronto Scavenger Hunt
What: The hunt is on. You and your team will work together to wander throughout Toronto, racking up points and laughs along the way. It’s the perfect small group activity for anyone looking to spend an enjoyable afternoon in Toronto. Some of the more memorable landmarks you’ll see include city hall, the Royal Alexandra Theatre, and the Art Gallery of Ontario.
When: January 4 and 5
Time: 10 am
Where: 100 Queen Street West
Admission: $39 to $79.99, available online
After Hours
What: It’s a weekend show of some of the funniest and most talented comedic minds in the city and you’ll still have time to catch the train home afterwards. After Hours at Comedy Bar is a hilarious institution not to be missed as the venue collects the best local laugh-smiths around.
When: Saturday, January 4
Time: 11:30 pm to 1 am
Where: Comedy Bar — 945 Bloor Street W
Admission: $8, available online
Bedroom Antics
What: Bedroom Antics is a fun and lighthearted stand-up show about dating, relationships, the bedroom, and everything in between. A positive night of comedy with some of Toronto’s favourite stand-ups talking and laughing about love.
When: Saturday, January 4
Time: 10 pm
Where: Second City Training Centre — 99 Blue Jays Way
Admission: $15
With It 60s Soul Record Dance Party
What: It’s the perfect 60s dance event. Enjoy Mod Soul, R&B, R&R, Garage Funk, and more all from the era spun up by DJ Parka Pat from Montreal along with local man DJ Nico.
When: Saturday, January 4
Time: 10 pm
Where: The Piston — 937 Bloor Street West
Admission: $10
Saturday Family Clay
What: Every Saturday is a family art day at LucSculpture. Head down and learn some of the basics of sculpting figures, building hand objects, and creating with your kids. They’ll fire all the pieces after you’re done.
When: Every Saturday
Time: 1:00 to 4:30 pm
Where: LucSculpture Art School — 663 Greenwood Avenue
Admission: $15 to $35, tickets available online
Sneaky Dee’s 80s Dance Party
What: Break out the Aquanet and the leopard-print leotards: Sneaky Dee’s is bringing you all the 80s you can handle at the Sneaky Dee’s 80s Dance Party. Bringing you the best of the most extra decade the world has ever seen, if you want to rock, pop, or anything in between this is your stop.
When: Saturday, January 4
Time: 10 pm
Where: Sneaky Dee’s — 431 College Street West
Admission: $5, available online
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