Here is our round-up of fun things to do in Toronto this weekend, December 6th to 8th.

November 28th to February 2nd, 2025 – Union Winter – presented by TD

Union Winter – presented by TD, Toronto’s best indoor winter experience, returns this festive season from November 28th to February 2nd, 2025, at Union Station, providing live performances, daily giveaways, extensive food vendors, brand activations, amazing options for holiday shopping, and the highly anticipated indoor roller-skating rink – Roller Express!

Where: Union Station, TD West Carriageway

When: November 28th to February 2nd, 2025,

• Sunday – Friday, 11:00 am – 8:30 pm

• Saturday, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Admission: Free

(Holiday Event)

November 30th to January 7th – Cavalcade of Lights

Celebrate holiday magic in Toronto during the Cavalcade of Lights at Nathan Phillips Square.

Inspired by the luminous festivals and cultural festivities from around the globe, enjoy a host of holiday traditions centered on light, lanterns, and fire woven into mesmerizing new lighting installations.

This glittering winter showcase will feature live performances and the grand illumination of Toronto’s official Christmas tree on November 30th at 6:40 pm.

Glide into the holiday spirit with nightly ice skating and marvel at the enchanting light installations adorning Nathan Phillips Square.

Where: Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto

When: November 30th to January 7th,

• Opening Night (November 30th, 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm)

Admission: Free

December 5th to 22nd –Worthy Circa 4X4

Worth Gallery, a contemporary art gallery in Toronto, brings back its annual popular and exciting 4×4 Open Call Show following its success last year from December 5th to 22nd at the 830 Dundas St. W. Artists will get to showcase their artwork at the Gallery 4″x4″ or 6″x6″, on any medium (panel, canvas, framed, etc.) in a space that welcomes and displays the very best modern contemporary street art in the city.

Where: 830 Dundas St. W., Toronto

When: December 5th – 22nd

• Opening Night (December 5th, 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm)

• Tuesday to Friday, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

• Saturday to Sunday, 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Admission: Free

December 5th to January 4th – Explore a majestic Castle at the Holiday Lights Tour

Celebrate the holiday magic at Casa Loma, where Toronto’s majestic castle transforms into a Winter Wonderland, day and night! By day, explore the enchanting Christmas at the Castle experience, featuring captivating magic shows, daring aerialists, lively jousting, and festive songs filling the grand halls. By night, revel in the dazzling Holiday Lights Tour with mesmerizing performances by the Fire Guy, acrobats, cheerful carolers, and more. And don’t miss the chance to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus in this holiday extravaganza!

Where: Casaloma, Toronto

When: December 5th to January 4th, Select Dates and Times

Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $45. Grab your tickets here

(Christmas Show)

December 5th to 8th – Elf in Concert

The Toronto Symphony Orchestra presents the fun and merry Elf in Concert this holiday season at the Roy Thomson Hall

Synopsis

Buddy was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised among Santa’s elves. Buddy travels to New York with a live symphony orchestra this holiday season! Experience John Debney’s excellent score as the full film plays on the big screen.

Where: Roy Thomson Hall, Toronto

When: December 5th to 8th

• December 5th, 7:30 pm

• December 6th, 7:30 pm

• December 7th, 2:00 pm

• December 7th, 7:30 pm

• December 8th, 2:00 pm

Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $55. Grab your tickets here

December 6th to 31st – The Nutcracker by The National Ballet of Canada

One of Toronto’s most cherished holiday productions, The Nutcracker, returns this holiday season to captivate audiences with dazzling dances, scores, magnificent sets and costumes, and choreography.

Synopsis

Squabbling siblings Marie and Misha are attending a Christmas party at their country home when their mysterious Uncle Nikolai arrives bearing gifts. These include a beautiful Nutcracker doll for Marie, who takes it to the nursery that night. Then, the magic begins. The clock strikes twelve, the Christmas tree grows to enormous proportions, and Marie and Misha embark on a fabulous journey that teaches them to get along.

This narrative tale of family and adventure is a must-see for the whole family.

Where: Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen Street West, Toronto

When: December 6th to 31st, Select Times

Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $88. Grab your tickets here

December 6th to 23rd – Holiday Fair in the Square

Holiday Fair in the Square brings its merry-ment to the cosmopolitan Mel Lastman Square in Toronto just in time for the holiday season from December 6th to 23rd, 2024.

This merry, festive event brings people and communities together to bask in the holiday spirit. Attendees can find all types of handcrafted goods and one-of-a-kind gifts to shop and purchase, enjoy music and performances, and participate in many fun activities.

This merry fair show will feature

• An Artisan Marketplace showcasing over 65 artisans selling unique creations

• Tasty Festive Fare – a section where you can find the very best seasonal snacks and delicious cuisine from some of Toronto’s finest food trucks and gourmet merchants

• Polar Point Bar for the best holiday drinks

• Santa’s Village – The Big Guy’s section for photos

• Holiday Midway- Dazzling display of holiday lights

• Lots of entertainment, photo-ops, rides, games, and activities for everyone

Donations will be collected during the merry event to support Epilepsy Toronto.

Where: Mel Lastman Square, Toronto

When: December 6th to 23rd,

• Tuesday to Thursday, 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

• Friday and Saturday, 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm

• Sunday, 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Admission: Free

December 6th to 8th – The LeslieVille Christmas Market

The 11th Annual Leslieville Christmas Pop-up Market provides a complete weekend of shopping, fun, and holiday cheer in Leslieville. Experience the magic of the Leslieville Christmas Pop-Up Market, where over 50 Canadian artisans and independent businesses will showcase their unique, handmade goods. Highlights of this event include

• Opportunity to Meet Santa! He’ll be on-site daily to hear your Christmas wishes and spread joy.

• A Complimentary Hot Chocolate Deluxe Bar to keep you warm while you shop and mingle.

• A Holiday Dog Costume Contest: Dress your furry friend in their best festive attire for a chance to win a $150 gift card!

• The chance to win the Christmas Morning Prize Pack is valued at $250 – the ultimate holiday surprise.

• Holiday Workshops: Get into the festive spirit with our fun, hands-on workshops for all ages.

• Delicious holiday-themed food and drink samples from local vendors.

• Epic 90’s sounds while you shop

Where: 388 Carlaw Ave, Toronto

When:

• December 6th, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

• December 7th, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

• December 8th, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Admission: Free

December 7th to 22nd – The Christmas Story by The Church of the Holy Trinity

The Church of the Holy Trinity hosts an epic Christmas performance telling the Nativity story – The Birth of Christ

Where: 10 Trinity Square, Toronto

When:

• December 7th, 4:30 pm

• December 8th, 4:30 pm

• December 14th, 4:30 pm (ASL)

• December 15th, 4:30 pm

• December 20th, 7:00 pm

• December 21st, 4:30 pm

• December 22nd, 4:30 pm

Admission: Admission by donations. You can make donations here

December 7th – Escape Lounge 4.0: Après-Ski Party by BaeScapes

BaeScapes, an experience curator in the Greater Toronto Area, presents Escape Lounge 4.0: Après-Ski Party – an après-ski-themed party and networking event for entrepreneurs, small business owners, content creators/influencers at the Lavender Creek Loft on December 7th.

Where: Lavender Creek Loft, York

When: December 7th

Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $39. Grab your tickets here (Use promo code EFOSA10 to get a 10% discount)

December 7th – BAM! Holiday Art Market

The BAM! Holiday Art Market hosts their Holiday Market on a cozy night under the market lights at the Wychwood Barns. Guests will shop for unique gift items for someone special while supporting local artists, makers, and creatives.

Where: 601 Christie St., Toronto

When:

• December 7th, 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Admission: Free

December 7th – Barbara Ann Scott Ice Trail Celebration

The Downtown Yonge BIA hosts their 5th Annual Barbara Ann Scott Ice Trail Celebration at College Park.

Come celebrate the winter season in style at the Barbara Ann Scott Ice Trail Celebration! Dust off your skates or borrow a pair on us with free skate lending (while supplies last), and glide through the ice trail while enjoying live music, fun train rides, festive photo opportunities, cozy fire pits, and delicious s’mores-making stations. With fun games and activities for all ages, it’s the perfect way to embrace the holiday spirit in the heart of downtown Toronto.

Where: College Park, 420 Yonge Street, Toronto

When: December 14th, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Admission: Free.

December 7th, 8th, 14th and 15th – Good Friends Market

Good Friends Market hosts a vintage market in Toronto featuring vendors and artisans selling all kinds of vintage stuff.

Where: 952 Queen Street, Toronto

When: December 7th, 8th, 14th and 15th, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Admission: Free

December 8th – Timeless Traditions by Orchestra Toronto

Orchestra Toronto provides a scintillating two-hour performance with Timeless Traditions as attendees step into the enchanting embrace of the holiday season, an afternoon of pure magic and joy that will captivate audiences of all ages.

Join an epic holiday celebration that honors the timeless traditions of yesteryears, where families gather, laughter fills the air, and hearts are aglow with the spirit of the season. Experience the magic of holiday classics, immerse yourself in the joyous melodies of the festive season, and create cherished memories that will be treasured for generations to come.

Join us as we embark on a journey filled with the spirit of camaraderie, the beauty of tradition, and the boundless magic of the holiday season. Let us celebrate the joy of love, laughter, and timeless traditions.

Where: The George Weston Recital Hall at the Meridian Arts Centre, 5040 Yonge St., Toronto

When: December 8th, 3:00 pm

Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $13. Grab your tickets here