November may be cold but it doesn’t mean we can’t heat things up with some fun activities this weekend. There’s a hockey induction ceremony, free art exhibits, festivals, comedy and so much more. Here is what you can check out this weekend:
Friday, Nov. 10:
Happy Anniversary MOCA: Celebrating Five Years of Contemporary Art
MOCA Toronto is inviting you to commemorate its fifth anniversary by offering free admission to the museum all weekend long. The museum has arranged a number of family programming, performances and other events as well, such as Free Friday Nights powered by Scotiabank, family workshops, exhibition tours, and MOCA After Hours.
For information, click here.
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
You can catch the last few days of The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair happening at the Exhibition Place until Nov. 12. The fair is known as the world’s largest combined indoor agricultural and equestrian show celebrating the best in agriculture, local food, and equestrian competitions from across the country. Tickets range from $20 to $70.
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Saturday, Nov. 11:
Toronto Diwali – Festival of Lights 2023
India’s treasured festival of lights, Diwali, is taking place on Sunday, Nov. 12 this year and to honour the special occasion, Mel Lastman Square has organized a free, family-friendly night of amazing cultural performances, food trucks, craft vendors, kids activities, and more.
For details, click here.
READ MORE: 5 events where you can celebrate Diwali in the GTA this weekend
The Replay Arcade by The Coca-Cola Company
The Coca-Cola Company has created a limited-time activation called The Replay Arcade at Stackt Market. The unique arcade aims to demonstrate the benefits of a circular economy by showing the different ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. The Replay Arcade will accept empty plastic beverage bottles and exchange them for “multiple lives” to play in the arcade.
For information, click here.
Muslim International Film Festival (MIFF)
Witness award-winning films from around the world at the 4th Annual Muslim International Film Festival (MIFF) at Meridian Arts Centre. Organizers encourage attendees to dress to express at its red carpet opening at 5 p.m. Tickets for MIFF start at $27.60.
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Sunday, Nov. 12:
Fades & Braids
Canadian hair organization Fades & Braids is offering free information about helpful financial literacy resources, along with free haircuts and braiding services, at the Regent Park Community Centre from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Too Much Fun – Comedy Show
Spend your Sunday having a laugh at Dan Rosen’s Too Much Fun Comedy Show at the Comedy Bar located at 945 Bloor Street W. The night will feature hilarious comedians such as Danish Anwar, Isabel Zaw-Tun, Creepy Boys and Charlin McIsaac. Tickets cost $20 online and $25 at the door.
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Fall Rhapsody 2023
See the beauty of Canada’s fall season at Gordon Harrison’s free exhibit, Fall Rhapsody at the Leslie Grove Gallery. Harrison is an award-winning Canadian landscape artist known for his breathtaking oil paintings. His Fall Rhapsody collection includes Fall scenes from the Laurentians, Gatineau Park and Lake Superior.
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DRIP! with Liv Sweaty and Kimpton Saint George Hotel
Try a workout class at the Kimpton Saint George Hotel with Toronto influencer and fitness trainer extraordinaire Liv Mcilkenny. Be prepared because this class will put you in a sweat! It’s a full body drip similar to high-intensity interval training (HIIT). It’s a sweaty dance party from start to finish. Tickets are $25 per person and you must bring a yoga mat, a water bottle and of course, workout gear.
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