Sankofa Square ILLUMINITE 2026: Toronto's Winter Light Festival Guide
From February 13 to March 8, five Downtown Yonge locations transform with immersive light installations, silent disco skating, and Lunar New Year celebrations.
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From February 13 to March 8, five Downtown Yonge locations transform with immersive light installations, silent disco skating, and Lunar New Year celebrations.
Read Full Guide →Mayor Olivia Chow's 2026 budget proposal goes to City Council. Here's what it means for Toronto's event scene and cultural funding.
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Read More →Enjoy Toronto without spending a dime. Sweet City Fest, ILLUMINITE, KUUMBA, free gallery nights, and more free things to do this month.
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Read More →Complete guide to Milano Cortina 2026 watch parties. Team Canada FanFest at Nathan Phillips Square, sports bars, and early-morning viewing events.
Read More →Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews leads Team USA at Milano Cortina. What Toronto fans need to know during the NHL Olympic break.
Read More →Toronto is officially getting a WNBA franchise, becoming the league's first international team. Larry Tanenbaum's Kilmer Sports secures the franchise.
Read More →Raptors forward Scottie Barnes selected as an NBA All-Star reserve, cementing his status as one of the league's brightest young stars.
Read More →The 2026 NHL trade deadline approaches with big questions. Morgan Rielly trade rumors, goalie injuries, and Hildeby's emergence.
Read More →Toronto hosts its first-ever official NFL-sanctioned Super Bowl party. A historic moment for football fans in the city.
Read More →Winterlicious 2026 runs January 30 to February 12 with prix fixe menus across Toronto. Our picks for the best restaurants and dishes.
Read More →Sweet City Fest takes over STACKT Market February 13-16 with free desserts, fun stations, and treats for the whole family.
Read More →From Hello Nori's Yorkville expansion to Brasserie Cote in the Annex, here are the must-visit new restaurants opening this winter.
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Read More →Artisanal chocolates, bean-to-bar makers, tasting sessions, and seminars at the beautiful Appel Salon on Yonge Street.
Read More →Toronto's top food destination: Saturday Farmers' Market, 120+ vendors, Sunday antiques, and the best peameal bacon sandwiches.
Read More →As winter fades, Toronto's rooftop bars and patios prepare to open. Preview the best outdoor drinking and dining spots.
Read More →From arena tours to intimate club shows, the city's music scene is offering something for every taste. Eric Church, Brandi Carlile, and more.
Read More →The 14th TBFF runs February 11-16 with screenings at Carlton Cinema, Isabel Bader Theatre, and online during Black History Month.
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Read More →Over 100 artists across multiple stages. Shakura S'Aida, Suzie Vinnick, Sultans of String, and four days of roots music discovery.
Read More →Swedish pop sensation Zara Larsson brings her Midnight Sun tour to Toronto this spring. Dynamic setlist and commanding stage presence.
Read More →The National frontman brings his intimate solo tour to Toronto. A more personal performance from indie rock's most distinctive voice.
Read More →Hundreds of documentaries from around the world. Industry conferences, filmmaker talks, and public screenings at multiple venues.
Read More →TCAF returns to the Toronto Reference Library in May. Free exhibitions, panels, and workshops celebrating independent comics.
Read More →Film festivals, art exhibitions, music performances, and community workshops celebrating Black history and culture across the city.
Read More →Month-long celebration of Black history, art, music, and storytelling. Live performances, exhibitions, and community workshops.
Read More →From Nathan Phillips Square to Chinatown to Little Canada, Toronto celebrates with lion dances, food festivals, and cultural performances.
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Read More →One of the world's largest Pride celebrations announces its 2026 theme. Month-long festivities in Church-Wellesley Village and downtown.
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Read More →From summer markets to winter festivals, the cobblestone streets host markets, art shows, and seasonal celebrations year-round.
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Read More →Beyond the headline festivals, Toronto's best moments are quieter, more local, and easier on your wallet. ROM After Dark, AGO nights, Doors Open, and more.
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Read More →Intimate concerts, food pop-ups, and one-night-only experiences vanish in hours. Strategies to secure your spot before tickets are gone.
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Read More →ILLUMINITE transforms five Downtown Yonge locations with immersive light installations exploring the theme of Play. Free from February 13 to March 8.
Read More →14 stunning light installations by Ontario artists at Trillium Park. Free outdoor exhibition from February 16 to March 27 with bonfires.
Read More →Year of the Fire Horse celebrations with fireworks, lion dances, and cultural performances at Nathan Phillips Square, February 14-15.
Read More →Large-scale art installations transforming lifeguard stations along the Beaches boardwalk. Free, opens Family Day, through late March.
Read More →Live performances, DJ sets, and access to Sharks exhibition. The Royal Ontario Museum becomes a late-night party for Valentine's Day.
Read More →Intimate photos taken by McCartney himself during the early days of Beatlemania. Eyes of the Storm at the Art Gallery of Ontario.
Read More →Comics, cosplay, gaming, celebrity guests, and Artist Alley take over Metro Toronto Convention Centre on the final March Break weekend.
Read More →ROM, AGO, LEGOLAND, Toronto Zoo, National Ballet, Comicon, and more. Complete guide to March Break (March 14-22) for families.
Read More →30+ live acts across multiple west-end venues. Workshops, panels, and indie music discovery at St. Anne's, AGO, The Baby G, and more.
Read More →Nathan Phillips Square, The Bentway, Harbourfront Centre, and hidden gem rinks. Guide to free outdoor skating across the city.
Read More →From Michelin-calibre omakase to Lebanese fast-casual. MSSM, Chez Nad, Riley's Fish & Steak, Sadelle's, and more.
Read More →Ontario-only craft beers, marshmallow roasting, and winter activities at Roundhouse Park near the CN Tower.
Read More →Some Like It Hot, Shucked, Cyrano, Pinocchio, and more. From Broadway transfers to Canadian premieres.
Read More →Marugame Udon, Ema-Datsi Bhutanese cuisine, KaleMart24, Ontario Line construction, and 172 event days confirmed for 2026.
Read More →Michelin-calibre MSSM, Sadelle's brunch, Tono by Akira Back, luxury retail expansion, and the Gardiner Museum's $15.5M renovation.
Read More →Portland Square's four-in-one mega food hall, Little Baba by Amal, Cafe Renee, Riley's Fish & Steak, and King West's dining evolution.
Read More →Chez Nad by Nadege, Liliana, No Vacancy, Small Talk, secret bars, and the Michelin-recognized creative dining strip.
Read More →Osteria Alba, Sal's Pasta and Chops, Lonely Diner, and a new generation of Italian restaurants reviving College Street.
Read More →Fangio Trattoria, East Harbour transit hub, Ontario Line stations, and the transformation of Toronto's east end.
Read More →Taste of the Junction 2026, BB's Diner (Michelin Bib Gourmand), Proper on Roncesvalles, and multicultural flavours across Parkdale.
Read More →Malaysian, Ethiopian, Turkish, and Persian cuisines join the Greek strip. Plus Taste of the Danforth 2026 on August 11-13.
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