It’s the last month of 2023 and we have an awesome lineup of events to ensure your year ends off with a bang!
In December, there are tons of fun activities happening in the city from holiday-themed shows, art exhibitions, stage productions and so much more. For instance, we’ve got SIX the musical, a comedy cabaret, and beautiful snow shows at the Eaton Centre, among others.
Whether you’re looking for some holiday events or just hoping to experience the city’s diverse culture, there is something for everyone! Here is everything you need to check out in Toronto this month.
ART
Noelle Hamlyn: Lifers
Learn about the impact of textiles and fast fashion on the planet’s water quality at a new art installation by Noelle Hamlyn at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM). Hamlyn’s “Lifers” encourages guests to reduce, reuse and recycle their clothing and overall, reduce their environmental footprint. The exhibition is available now until Dec. 31.
For more, click here.
Louie Palu: Cage Call
The Image Centre presents Louie Palu’s Cage Call, a visual archive of the Canadian documentary photographer’s best work from 1991 to 2003. It features more than 50 black and white photographs and collectible memorabilia, and showcases Canada’s industrial culture. The exhibition is available to the public until Dec. 9.
For details, click here.
Window Wonderland at The Junction
For a fourth consecutive year, Window Wonderland has returned to the Junction from Nov. 24 to Jan. 31. The free outdoor art gallery features 20 augmented reality (AR) window installations and five murals, all designed by local and international artists.
The Junction is known as one of Toronto’s most lively neighbourhoods where the vibes are always on point. Window Wonderland is just one of the many events happening in the area. The Junction has also partnered with dance company CORPUS for a special, family-friendly performance of The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir. Visitors can catch this free, heart-warming street performance of Christmas carols on Saturday, Dec. 16th from 2 to 4 p.m., beginning at Heintzman St and Dundas Street W.
For tickets, click here.
CULTURE AND HERITAGE
Eaton Centre Snow Shows
Witness the Eaton Centre transform into a winter wonderland during its daily snow shows happening until Dec. 31. There are four showtimes available every day, so you’ll never miss out on the magical display.
The Eaton Centre has also organized a number of other holiday activities that are a must to attend. For instance, there are live musical performances that will play popular holiday songs, happening from Nov. 18 to Dec. 23. Artists include Richard Underhill, Christine Jackson, Holly Clausius and more. Meanwhile, the kids can meet and greet Santa Claus himself from Nov. 17 to Dec. 24 for a $15 fee.
For show times, click here.
Lots of Light: Family Drop-in at Todmorden Mills
Take a holiday-themed tour of the Todmorden Mills’ two historic homes where visitors can learn about its rich history, traditions, food and more. At this event, visitors can sample treats and play games with family and friends. This free event is available until Jan. 6.
Todmorden Mills is a cultural landmark in the city, hidden in the Don River Valley. The landscape is home to an industrial hub, a village and a modern arts and theatre venue. The attraction is known for drawing in settlers, industrialists, workers, artists and families for centuries. Todmorden Mills invites visitors and enlightens them about a piece of Toronto history through the eyes of the working people who created the foundation of the city.
For the tour schedule, click here.
STAGE
SIX The Musical
Watch the six wives of Henry VIII remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a 21st century spectacle! SIX the musical is a modern take on the classic story of the Tudor queens. It has received 23 awards in its previous 2021/2022 Broadway season including the Tony Award for Best Original Score (Music and Lyrics) and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical. The play is taking place at the Royal Alexandra Theatre until Dec. 18.
For tickets, click here.
CHICAGO
Known as the universal tale of fame, fortune and jazz, CHICAGO is an acclaimed Broadway production that is set to take over the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre from Dec. 27 to Jan. 6. The iconic play is inviting guests to celebrate its 26th anniversary and watch a dazzling performance filled with snazzy songs and incredible dancing.
For information, click here.
MUSIC
Candlelight Christmas Concerts in Toronto
Listen to classic holiday carols at the holiday-themed candlelight concerts at the Metropolitan Community Church all month long. Classically-trained musicians will put on a brilliant performance, surrounded by the ambience of flickering candles. Among the concerts this year is the holiday special “The Nutcracker.” However, if you’re looking for a different genre, don’t worry because there are candlelight sessions happening for all music lovers from R&B classics, ABBA, Queen, Linkin Park, Coldplay, Adele and many more.
For details, click here.
A Comedy Cabaret: CHRISTMAS BIRTHDAYS SUCK!
The Bad Dog Theatre Company is inviting you to celebrate the birthdays of Dan Curtis Thompson (Just For Laughs, Absolute Comedy) and Daniel Williston (Soulpepper, Mirvish) in a cabaret of skits, songs and jokes centered around why Christmas birthdays suck. This show is part of Bad Dog Theatre’s Comedy on Queen Street holiday festival. The show plays on Dec 9, 12, 13, and 14 at 9:30 p.m.
For tickets, click here.
FESTIVALS
Wonders of Winterland: Dance+Circus at the Garden
Prepare yourself for a unique, out of this world immersive experience at the Toronto Botanical Garden from Dec. 8-10. Wonders of Winterland: Dance+Circus at the Garden is a mesmerizing full-length circus show with jaw-dropping performances from aerial silks, straps, trapeze, dance, and acrobatics. Guests will enjoy incredible performances of strength, beauty and grace by Toronto’s top aerial artists from Artists’ Play Dance and Circus Arts professional troupe. General admission tickets are $40 and for children/students, $20.
For more, click here.
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