The weekend is finally here, and one of the bonuses of living in Toronto? There is so much to do!
From a Black History Month event to a day party, here are some events to check out in Toronto this weekend.
Friday, Jan. 31:
Winterlicious
Calling all foodies, Winterlicious 2025 kicks off this weekend, giving you plenty of opportunities to check out some hot culinary spots at a reduced price.
From Jan. 31 – Feb. 13, there are over 220 participating Toronto businesses offering prix fixe menus, with six budget options to choose from. Participating restaurants are spread out throughout the city as well, giving locals and visitors plenty of options.
Reservations opened on Jan. 16, and while they are not required, they are recommended. You can call participating locations directly to book.
Find out more, including which restaurants are participating, on the City of Toronto website.
Kim’s Convenience
The stage play Kim’s Convenience, the inspiration for the hit CBC series, is returning to the Soul Pepper Theatre from Jan. 31 – March 2.
Kim’s Convenience is a heartwarming comedy set in downtown Toronto that follows the patriarch Mr. Kim, a first-generation Korean immigrant, and the trials and tribulations of his family, who run the neighbourhood convenience store.
Soul Pepper Theatre calls the show the most popular production in its history.
Find tickets here.
Trans Youth Ice Skating Night
Calling all trans youth! It’s time to lace up your skates and hit the ice for The 519’s Trans Youth Social ice skating night at The Bentway. The event is for two-spirit, trans and non-binary youth between 16 and 29 years old in a supportive, affirming and fun environment.
The Trans Youth Social events are part of a sibling program to the community centre’s Trans Youth Mentorship Program, but those wanting to skate do not need to be enrolled in the mentorship program.
Trans Youth Socials are trans-only spaces, and the 519 asks that cisgender allies, friends and family members make space for their trans loved ones by sitting this one out.
You can find more information on the socials and mentorship program here.
Saturday, Feb. 1:
Black History Month Art & Culture Event
Celebrate Black Canadian women’s achievements in arts, culture, and entrepreneurship at the University of Toronto’s Hart House.
In the Hart House Great Hall, Waveland Canada will be hosting a Black History Month arts and culture celebration featuring performances and captivating storytelling by Black Canadian women, from 3 – 8 p.m. Additionally, the event will include offerings from local Black woman-owned vendors.
The event is free to attend and is suitable for all ages. Find tickets here.
Raptors Fan Day
The Toronto Raptors are hosting their inaugural fan day at Scotiabank Arena from 12-5 p.m.
This all-ages event will include a player showcase, a rookie competition, performances from the team mascot and the North Side Crew, drills and skills competitions, and more.
Select fans will have the opportunity to attend a meet and greet, giving them the chance to connect with players and coaches, while other fans will have the chance to meet some Raptors alumni.
The event will also feature photo activations, giveaways, retail and concession discounts and more.
You can find more details and buy tickets here.
Glow-in-the-Dark Paint Night
Try out a unique art experience with the Artbox Studio Gallery’s glow-in-the-dark paint night.
From 5:30 – 7:30, enjoy a lesson from a professional artist as they teach you how to create a glowing picture in a UV light studio.
Attendees will be provided with an apron, canvas, acrylic neon paints, brushes, and all other necessary supplies. Additionally, artists can enjoy snacks and refreshments, including tea and coffee, during their session.
No experience is required, but participants must be at least 12 years of age, while those between 12 and 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Tickets and more information are available here.
Lunar New Year Celebrations in Chinatown
Welcome in the Year of the Snake with Chinatown’s Lunar New Year Celebration.
This two-day event will take over both Dragon City Mall & Chinatown Centre for an event featuring live music, cultural shows, lion dancing, kung fu performances, belly dancing, live calligraphy and more.
The celebration is free to attend and takes place Feb. 1-2 from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Find more information here.
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Sunday, Feb. 2:
Deep Freeze Day Party
Looking to dance the Sunday Scaries away? Get your groove on at the Deep Freeze Day Party, where organizers say the mission is to take this Toronto winter from miserable to memorable.
This house music event will take over the Home Court on Ossington Ave. from 4-11 p.m., featuring DJs Floyd Vader, Abacus, Iced Misto, and more.
You can find tickets here.
Groundhog Day
Is the worst of winter over, or do we still have a ways to go? No matter what Wiarton Willie has to say, Hot Docs has something for you to do to honour Groundhog Day.
The cinema will be screening the 1993 film Groundhog Day, starring Bill Murray. The movie tells the story of a weatherman (Murray) forced to relive the same day over and over again, which happens to be… Groundhog Day.
The movie starts at 1:30 p.m., and tickets are $15 for non-members and $8-10 for members.
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