For those of you looking to leave the work week behind you and let loose this weekend, here’s a list of events and activities you can enjoy in Toronto.
FRIDAY, FEB. 17:
SHINE SHINE PRESENTS: LOVE LOVE
Join Shine Shine in celebrating the Valentine’s season at Rivoli Toronto, where they will be playing the best of local Toronto R&B, jazz and hip-hop.
Learn more about the 19 and over event here.
CHAOTIC GOOD
This comedy show at Comedy Bar has a lineup of seven headliners doing their best seven minutes on stage.
Tickets are $25 online and $30 at the door.
Learn more about the event here.
TESTING: ATTENTION PLEASE!
Described as “Toronto’s friendliest competition,” in this comedy show new and experienced comedians compete for your vote, in a secret ballot, with their best five minutes.
Advanced ticket holders are automatically entered into a door prize draw.
Learn more about the event here.
CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON SCREENING
For the first time viewers can experience the award-winning Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon in 4K at Fox Theatre.
Learn more about the event here.
SATURDAY, FEB. 18:
BLOOR-YORKVILLE ICEFEST
This free event is Bloor-Yorkville’s 17th annual Icefest where visitors can see ice sculptures, live ice carving demonstrations, an ice lounge and more.
Proceeds will go to Second Harvest, a Canadian food rescue organization.
Learn more about the event here.
BLOOD ROSES: BEST OF THE 80S
Dance your worries away at this late 70s and 80s dance party at 3030. They’ll have hits from David Bowie and Blondie to bops from The Clash and The Cure.
The best part: there’s no cover!
Learn more about the event here.
IN STUDIO PAINT NIGHT – RAINBOW SKY & WINTER TREES
Join Fresh Paint Studio + Cafe on the Danforth for a relaxing paint night.
You will be guided step-by-step by one of their experienced artists to create your version of the night’s featured image with acrylic paints.
No experience necessary! Learn more about the event here.
LOST & FOUND MARKET
This is a thrifting event featuring a community of vendors bringing sustainable fashion into the industry.
Admission is free for this Parkdale Hall event.
“We hope our customers enter into the thrill of treasure hunting through vintage shopping, finding new life in what was once lost,” their website says.
Learn more about the event here.
SUNDAY, FEB. 19:
DARK WAVE NIGHT
A whole night of non-stop music at Drom Taberna, with all proceeds going to the musicians.
“Slip into ur sexy little docs and make sure you PRE-SMUDGE that eyeliner,” their website says.
Learn more about the event here.
DRAG BRUNCH & BEER
“Serving realness, lewks and brunch to the East Bayfront Community!”
This is GLB Brewpub’s first- ever monthly Drag Brunch & Beer. The show will be hosted by Tiffany Boxx with performances by Beardra Bidnessa and Rico Naomi Leone.
Learn more about the event here.
LITTLE FUNNY PLAYS
This event describes itself as something similar to improv, but more of a sketch comedy show.
It will feature headliners live on stage at Rivoli Toronto, with music and drinks in the backroom following performances.
Learn more about the event here.
TORONTO ART CRAWL
This indoor art market is free for all!
There will be more than 85 Toronto artists and artisans with unique items like art, photographs, sculptures, jewelry, fashion, skincare and more.
Learn more about the event here.
