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Happy St. Paddy’s Day, Toronto!
Whether you’re interested in doing something festive or you’re more in the mood to avoid the St. Patrick’s Day crowds, there’s plenty of fun to be had today in the city.
Toronto Women’s Fashion Week
What: Models will be showing off fall and winter 2018 collections at Toronto Women’s Fashion Week. The shows will feature Canada’s most notable outerwear designers and highlight the latest trends and innovations. Today is the final day to check out TWFW, so get your tickets now!
When: Now until March 17
Where: 1 Yonge Street (Main Entrance)
ComiCon
What: One of the world’s biggest showcases of everything comics and fantasy returns to Toronto this March, bringing over 400 unique vendors.
When: Now until March 18
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Furnal Equinox
What: The Furnal Equinox is returning to Toronto’s Harbourfront for another exciting fur-filled weekend. Get ready to see plenty of costume-clad Torontonians running around the city this weekend.
When: Now until March 18
Where: Westin Harbour Castle, 1 Harbour Square
Say Farewell to the Giant Pandas
What: This Sunday is the final day to visit the adorable giant pandas at the Toronto Zoo, ending their five-year stay in Toronto before they are relocated to the Calgary Zoo.
When: Now until March 18
Where: Toronto Zoo, 2000 Meadowvale Rd
Samko Miko Toy Book Warehouse Sale
What: Have a children’s birthday coming up? You can shop from thousands of brand name toys and books. Brands include: Disney, Minions, MegaBloks, Crayola, Thomas, Fisher Price, Hot Wheels, Vtech, Barbie, and more.
When: Now until March 18
Where: 60 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill
TIFF Kids International Film Festival
What: Discover the world as a family this March Break at the TIFF Kids International Film Festival. Guests can enjoy 100 films from 40 countries, interactive screenings, and the chance to play in digiPlaySpace, TIFF’s very own film playground.
When: Now until March 18
Where: TIFF Bell Lightbox, 350 King Street West
Mr.B’s Spring Sketchers Sale
What: Spring is coming, which means it’s time to stock up on some new kicks. You can shop for sneakers for the entire family at this massive sale.
When: Now until March 18
Where: Mr.B’s, 1590 Matheson Blvd
Winter at Ontario Place
What: This is your final weekend to check out Winter at Ontario Place, a family-friendly event featuring various winter-themed activities including the Winter Light Exhibition, skating on the new synthetic skating rink, and film screenings at the recently re-opened Cinesphere.
When: Now until March 18, 5 am to 12 am
Where: Ontario Place
Cinesphere March Break Star Wars Screenings
What: Whether you’re a Sith lord or a Jedi Knight, the Cinesphere is the place to be for all those who love space opera this March Break. Located amidst the shimmering waters of the revitalized Ontario Place, there really is no better place to experience one of the most critically-acclaimed movies of 2017, than in Toronto’s famous geodesic dome, on the 10-story high screen.
When: Now until March 18, 3:30 pm & 7:15 pm
Where: Ontario Place Cinesphere, 955 Lake Shore Boulevard West
Winter Stations
What: Winter Stations returns for its fourth year, welcoming international designers to bring public art installations to Toronto’s beaches. Winners had to follow Winter Stations 2018 theme, RIOT: violent disturbance; uproar; outburst of uncontrolled feelings; a large or varied display. The result has been some of the most interesting and beautiful public art in the city.
When: Now until April 1
Where: The Toronto Beaches
Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival
What: This spring, the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival returns to four conservation areas, all within an hour drive from Toronto! Tickets are available online starting at $5.75.
When: Now until April 8
Where: Bruce’s Mill, Kortright Centre, Island Lake and Terra Cotta
Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrors
What: Infinity Mirrors, the dazzling world of Yayoi Kusama is now open at the AGO. During this exhibit, visitors have the opportunity to experience six of Kusama’s most iconic kaleidoscopic environments at once.
When: Now until May 27
Where: The Art Gallery of Ontario, 317, Dundas Street West
Yoko Ono: The Riverbed
What: This weekend, you’re invited to experience Yoko Ono’s latest art installation, The Riverbed, at the Gardiner Museum. The Riverbed invites visitors to collaborate with the artist, the museum, and each other, through everyday action and contemplation.
When: Now until June 3
Where: The Gardiner Museum, 111 Queens Park
Toronto Library Clearance Sale
What: This weekend, the Toronto Public Library is hosting its annual clearance sale, with all items priced at 10 to 50 cents. During the sale, you can buy donated items and materials withdrawn from the library’s collection, including thousands of books, CD’s, and DVD’s.
When: March 17, 9 am to 4 pm
Where: Toronto Reference Library, Beeton Hall, 789 Yonge Street
Babes Who Brunch Toronto
What: This Saturday, come enjoy a morning of raw conversation, delicious brunch, and all the inspiration you need to kickstart both your weekend and your personal goals.
When: March 17, 10 am to 12 pm
Where: Gladstone Hotel, 1214 Queen Street West
Saint Patrick’s Party
What: This epic bash hosted by Toronto-based experience app Jukebox, features an impressive lineup of events and activities to entertain Torontonians all day and into the night. Events include live music, Irish games, live art installations, and more.
When: March 17, 11 am to 8 pm
Where: Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, 25 British Columbia Rd.
Dublin Calling
What: Look forward to a full day of dancing, DJs, swag, and beer during the shamrock shenanigans, kicking off at 11 am at this downtown bar.
When: March 17, 11 am
Where: 250 Adelaide Street West
Amsterdam BrewHouse
What: Spend St. Paddy’s day at this 14,000 sq. ft. facility on Toronto’s lakeside where festivities include live music from M.S.R. (Mama Said Revolution), plus plenty of good times and beers to go around
When: March 17, 11 am
Where: 245 Queens Quay West, Toronto
SPD Toronto
What: This St. Patrick’s Day, the fourth annual Guinness SPD will welcome 6,000 green-clad party-goers for a free pancake breakfast, live music, Irish fiddlers, and dancers. There will also be tons of activities like life-sized games and foosball at a sprawling 45,000 sq. ft. party on Toronto’s harbourfront.
When: March 17, 11:30 am to 9 pm
Where: 11 Polson Street
St. Patrick’s Day presented by Heineken
What: Brooklynn is hosting an all green party that runs all day and into the night. Partygoers can enjoy live music by The St. Royals, FREE BBQ, $5 shots of Bushmills Irish Whiskey, $6 pints of Murphys Irish Stout and Heineken, patio games, and an Irish themed photo booth.
When: March 17, 12 pm to 2 am
Where: Brooklynn Bar, 1186 Queen Street West
Steam Whistle
What: This annual St. Patrick’s Day party at Steam Whistle Brewing will feature brewery-fresh pilsner, eats from the Irish Embassy, Irish dancers, foot-stomping, and more.
When: March 17, 2 pm to 2 am
Where: 255 Bremner Boulevard
Anatolia Winter Fest
What: Come celebrate a traditional Turkish winter evening complete with delicious food, music and culture, at Toronto’s iconic City Hall.
When: March 17, 3 pm to 11 pm
Where: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen Street West