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Events happening in Toronto this weekend: Jan. 16-18

Beat the winter chill with indoor skating, live shows, sports, comedy, and family-friendly events happening across the city.

Exciting hockey game at Scotiabank Arena with fans celebrating a goal, followed by young women enjoying ice skating at an indoor rink in downtown Toronto.
From sports games to indoor roller skating, here’s what events to check out in Toronto this weekend. (Courtesy: scotiabankarena, torontounion/Instagram)

Toronto may be blanketed in winter, but that’s not stopping the city from keeping things lively. 

From wedding inspiration and indoor roller skating to live theatre, pro sports, and even free popcorn, here’s what to check out in Toronto from Jan. 16 to 18.

ALL WEEKEND LONG 

Canada’s Bridal Show 

  • Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre

Calling all the 2026/27 brides: Canada’s Bridal Show is hitting Toronto this weekend! Those walking down the aisle soon can look forward to getting into the latest wedding products and services. Enjoy a bridal fashion show with all the hottest gowns, suits, designs, fabrics and more all under one roof! Tickets are $26 and available online. 

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Union Winter

  • Location: Union Station 

Glide across Union Station’s indoor roller rink one last time, as Union Winter wraps for the season this weekend. Take advantage of the final days of free skate rentals, lessons, DJ nights, 19+ Winter Mixers and so much more.

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National Popcorn Day

  • Location: All Cineplex locations 

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Did someone say FREE popcorn? Every Scene+ member can take advantage of one free small popcorn all weekend. It’s simple: head to your local Cineplex’s concessions on the day of your movie, scan your Scene+ card or app, and enjoy a delicious snack on the house!

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Friday, Jan. 16

Toronto Raptors vs. LA Clippers

  • Location: Scotiabank Arena

Let’s go Raptors! Toronto’s home basketball team will go head to head with the LA Clippers this Friday. Grab your tickets for as low as $94, and don’t miss tip-off at 7:30 p.m! 

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Saturday, Jan. 17

A Doll’s House

  • Location: Bluma Appel Theatre

A fresh take on Henrik Ibsen’s groundbreaking A Doll’s House previews at the Bluma Appel Theatre this weekend. This powerful and timeless story of marriage, identity, and independence is a classic for theatre lovers, and is more electrifying than ever featuring an extraordinary ensemble of Canadian acting talent. Tickets start at $35.

Free Indoor Winter Movie Nights

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  • Location: Evergreen Brickworks 

Escape the cold with Evergreen Brickworks’ cozy indoor movie nights. Settle in for free film screenings in a warm, relaxed setting – perfect for a low-key evening with friends or family. Kicking off Saturday’s screening will be the 2005 adventure film Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, and showtime begins at 6:30 p.m.

Toronto Sceptres vs. Vancouver Goldeneyes

  • Location: Scotiabank Arena

Gotta love some Saturday hockey! The Toronto Sceptres face off against the Vancouver Goldeneyes for the Battle On Bay Street inside the Scotiabank Arena, and tickets start at $52. 

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Sunday, Jan. 18

Heated Rivalry: Improvised

  • Location: Comedy Bar Danforth

The hottest Canadian show at the moment is getting an improvised spin! The Everything Improvised crew is presenting Heated Rivalry: Improvised, taking all the forbidden hockey love, shower scenes, cottage trips, and playing for the “wrong team” tropes and recreating them live with the help of audience suggestions. Tickets are $23. 

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Reptile and Plant Expo

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  • Location: The International Centre

Animal lovers and plant parents won’t want to miss this. The Reptile and Plant Expo brings together exotic reptiles, plants, expert vendors, and educational displays all in one spot, a perfect family-friendly Sunday outing for curious minds. Tickets start at $12. 

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