Here is our round-up of fun things to do in Toronto this weekend, November 8th to 10th

November 1st to 10th – The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair

The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair is the largest indoor agricultural fair & international equestrian event in the world, providing an amazing spectacle over 10 days in Toronto. Attendees should expect a jam-packed venue with home-grown fun and the best in local food and animal entertainment. The jam-packed agricultural fair will also feature

• A showcase of the very best in Canadian agriculture, food, and equestrian competitions
• Royal Rodeo presented by Ontario Ford Dealers
• The Royal K9-Equine Challenge
• Square Dancing
• Butter Sculpture Display Presented by Gay Lea
• Chef’s Table features notable chefs teaching their favorite recipes and highlighting local ingredients.
• Lots of entertainment and more.

Where: Exhibition Place, Toronto

When: November 1st to 10th,

• Sun. 9:00 am – 6 pm
• Mon. 9 am – 6 pm
• Tues. 9 am – 8 pm
• Wed. 9 am – 8 pm
• Thur. 9 am – 8 pm
• Fri. 9 am – 8 pm
• Sat. 9 am – 8 pm

Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $20 for youth (4-17), $32.50 for Adults (General Admission) Grab your tickets here

 (Agricultural Fair)

November 7th to 9th – Tkaronto Music Festival 2024

Tkaronto Music Festival is an epic three-day musical showcase of top Indigenous talent from across Turtle Island (Toronto). It is held at the TD Music Hall at the legendary Massey Hall in downtown Tkaronto.

In addition to 3 nights of incredible music, there will be a TKMF Vendor Market, allowing attendees to shop an astonishing collection of handmade Indigenous items from Indigenous vendors.

Where: TD Music Hall,178 Victoria Street, Toronto

When:

• November 7th, 7:00 pm
• November 8th, 7:00 pm
• November 9th, 7:00 pm

Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $30. Grab your tickets here

 (Festival)

November 8th to 10th – National Women’s Show

The National Women’s Show is the Ultimate Girl Day Out, allowing attendees to experience fashion, food, and fun in Toronto this November.

Attendees should expect to

• Shop exclusive products from beauty, health, and wellness vendors
• Enjoy delicious food and wine, get free Hair and Beauty mini-makeovers, plus see amazing cooking demos
• Catch the hottest new fashions on the runway,
• Partake in Craft workshops

Attendees will also receive goodie bags filled with Free samples!

There will be endless entertainment and lots of activities for everyone.

Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre

When: November 8th to 10th,

• November 8th, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
• November 9th, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
• November 10th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $16. Grab your tickets here

(Trade Show)

November 8th to 11th – 2024 Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Weekend

The Hockey Hall of Fame is set to welcome hockey’s newest legends, Class of 2024 Inductees – Natalie Darwitz, Pavel Datsyuk, Jeremy Roenick, Shea Weber, Krissy Wendel, Colin Campbell and David Poile.

Induction Weekend festivities run from Friday, November 8th to Sunday, November 10th, culminating with the Induction Celebration Gala taking place in the evening of Monday, November 11th.

• November 8th – Hockey Hall of Fame Game (Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Detroit Red Wings) – Scotiabank Arena (7:00 pm)
• November 9th – Inductee Q&A Fan Forum – Hockey Hall of Fame (1:30 pm)
  • An intimate one-of-a-kind event where the Player inductees take questions from fans, hosted by a TSN personality. Limited seats available.
• November 10th – Hyundai Hockey Hall of Fame Legends Classic Game – Team Lindros vs. Team Hefford – Scotiabank Arena (3:00 pm)
  • Star studded rosters captained by Honoured Members Eric Lindros and Jayna Hefford face off in this annual HHOF Induction Weekend event. Witness hockey history as the Class of 2024 receive their Honoured Member blazers in a pre-game Ceremony.
• November 11th – Induction Celebration Gala – Hockey Hall of Fame (5:30 PM – Doors open ● 7:30 pm – Induction Ceremony)
  • Induction Weekend festivities culminate with the reverence and prestige of the Induction Celebration Gala. Walk the red carpet; mingle with Hall of Famers and Legends of the game; enjoy our renowned hospitality featuring premium catered food stations, as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; and participate in hockey’s greatest silent auction for a chance to win one-of-a-kind memorabilia and experiences.

Where: Various Locations in Toronto

When: November 8th to 11th,

• November 8th, 7:00 pm (Scotiabank Arena)
• November 9th, 1:30 pm (Hockey Hall of Fame)
• November 10th, 3:00 pm (Scotiabank Arena)
• November 11th, 5:30 pm (Hockey Hall of Fame)

Admission: Priced. Tickets start at $25. Grab your tickets here. Limited VIP Packages and Induction Gala tickets remain

(Hockey Hall of Fame Ceremony)

November 9th – When Brothers Speak

This spoken-word concert features six poets whose work gives a personal voice to the experiences of Black men.

Where: St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts, Jane Mallett Theatre

When: November 9th, 8:00 pm

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

 (Spoken Word Concert)

November 9th and 10th – CN Tower Climb for United Way

United Way Greater Toronto’s annual signature fundraising event, ClimbUP, returns on November 9th and 10th. Participants will challenge themselves to reach new heights and conquer all 1,776 steps to the top of the CN Tower, the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. Come show your community what you can do.

Where: CN Tower, Toronto

When: November 9th and 10th

Admission: Registration starts at $25. Register Here

 (Race)

November 10th – Old Book and Paper Show

The Greater Toronto Area’s only old paper and antique book show returns this year, showcasing new vendors, lots of excellent stock, plus great dealers in vintage rare and antiquarian books. Attendees will be able to find vintage books, paper, historical documents, antiques, rare finds, and lots more.

Where: Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, 6 Sakura Way (formerly Garamond Court)

When:

• November 10th, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Admission: Adult Tickets at the door for $10. Free Entry for Children 12 and under

(Old Book and Paper Show)