A list of free fun events in Toronto and GTA during December including fun holiday and Christmas activities, live music, adult events and more!
Most Christmas markets which are free to attend are not listed here.
CF Toronto Eaton Centre, 220 Yonge St, Toronto
March 14, 2026 To March 15, 2026
5146214027
Free
Step backstage and go from everyday to red-carpet ready with the A-LIST Collection by TRESemmé. Indulge in luxurious hair with six prestige-inspired styling products delivering signature fragrance ... »
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University of Toronto Art Centre, 15 King’s College Circle, Toronto,
September 4, 2025 To December 20, 2025
Free
The Art Museum at the University of Toronto presents the powerful new exhibition Earthwork curated by Mikinaak Migwans from Sept. 4–Dec. 20, 2025, at University of Toronto Art Centre (... »
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Koffler Gallery, 180 Shaw St., #104-105, Toronto
September 18, 2025 To December 14, 2025
6479250643
Free
Koffler Arts is thrilled to welcome contemporary artist Tracey Snelling for a solo exhibition, INTERGALACTIC PLANETARY (September 18 – December 14, 2025). Through the use of sculpture, photography, video, and installation, ... »
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The Distillery District, 55 Mill St, Toronto
November 13, 2025 To January 4, 2026
Free to $37.29
The Distillery Winter Village is the picture-perfect holiday experience, where friends and family gather to explore the rich history of The Distillery District, the timeless romance of ... »
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Elliott Tree Farm, 9467 Erin East Garafraxa Townline, Hillburgh
November 15, 2025 To December 23, 2025
5192160699
No admission
Throughout the holiday season the farm transforms into a winter wonderland comparable to a scene in a Hallmark movie enjoy indoor dining in our heated Horse Barn ... »
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Riverside, Queen Street East between Davies Ave and De Grassi St, Toronto
November 17, 2025 To December 10, 2025
Tickets for Art Walk Tour - Free
This holiday season, the Riverside BIA invites you to visit 25+ holiday windows by local artists on storefronts along Queen St E from Davies Ave to De Grassi ... »
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Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Drive, Etobicoke
November 18, 2025 To December 17, 2025
Free
Created by students from local schools, the works in this exhibition speaks to the seasonal changes from autumn to winter, like snowfalls and long periods of darkness, ... »
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Whitby Civic Park, 555-575 Rossland Road East, Whitby
November 21, 2025 To January 5, 2026
Free
Join us for Whitby Lights the Night Festival, a magical evening of live entertainment, Christmas Farmers’ Market, and a dazzling lighting ceremony. Celebrate the spirit of the ... »
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Village of Yorkville Park, 115 Cumberland Street, Toronto
November 22, 2025 To December 31, 2025
416-928-3553
Free
The Village of Yorkville Park will be lit with a variety of unique displays, from our twinkling light tunnel, to our oversize snowflakes, gorgeous Christmas tree, and ... »
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Mississauga Celebration Square, 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
November 22, 2025 To March 15, 2026
Free
There’s magic in the air at Celebration Square! With spectacular art installations, twinkling lights, and skating on the City’s largest outdoor ice rink, there are ... »
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The Junction, Toronto
November 28, 2025 To February 1, 2026
Free
Window Wonderland is a one-of-a-kind public art exhibition that transforms the Junction into an immersive, open-air gallery featuring animated storefront windows and augmented reality (AR) murals. Created ... »
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Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
November 28, 2025 To March 1, 2026
(416) 973-4000
Free
Is there anything more magical than gliding across the ice under the open winter sky by the waterfront? Our beloved community skating rink returns, bigger, brighter, and ... »
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Nathan Phillips Square, 100 Queen St W, Toronto
November 29, 2025 To January 7, 2026
311
Free
Experience the magic of the holiday season with the much-loved Cavalcade of Lights presented by Desjardins Financial Group at Nathan Phillips Square. Inspired by international lantern, fire ... »
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Our front lawn, 47 Marquette Ave, Toronto
November 30, 2025 To January 30, 2026
647 261 4529
Free
Tyler’s Wonderland is a walk-through holiday display created in honour of our son Tyler, who passed away last year. The Wonderland has lights, 40 inflatables, photo-friendly spots, ... »
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Distillery District Winter Village, 11 Gristmill Lane, Toronto
December 3, 2025 To December 13, 2025
4168952378
$0
Urban Capers Scavenger Hunts is hosting four free holiday scavenger hunts in Toronto’s Distillery District this December, combining festive fun with community giving. Participants who bring ... »
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CreativeHub 1352 at Small Arms Inspection Building, 1352 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga
December 5, 2025 To December 14, 2025
PWYC
Showcasing twinkling displays of seasonal lights, contemporary tree and woodpile art installations, artisan and culinary markets, entertainment and public workshops, live entertainment, and tasty eats, Mississauga's Small ... »
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Allan Gardens Conservatory, 19 Horticultural Ave., Toronto
December 5, 2025 To January 7, 2026
Free
The entire conservatory is decorated and filled with thousands of flowering plants, various varieties of poinsettia and amazing seasonal topiary masterpieces made entirely of plant material. This ... »
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Church of the Holy Trinity, 19 Trinity Square, Toronto
December 6, 2025 To December 21, 2025
416-598-4521 Ext. 301
By donation
The Christmas Story is one of Toronto’s oldest holiday traditions. The story of the Nativity is told through a series of narrated scenes accompanied by beautiful ... »
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The Salvation Army Mississauga Community Church, 3173 Cawthra Rd, Mississauga
December 7, 2025
$2
Mississauga Community Church invites you to a musical celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, with The Salvation Army Mississauga Band and special guest, Andrea Donais. Enjoy ... »
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Ontario's Legislative Building, 111 Wellesley St. West, Toronto
December 10, 2025 To December 23, 2025
Free to $10
Bring the whole family to the Legislative Assembly of Ontario this holiday season for an unforgettable celebration of free and festive fun! Over the course of two ... »
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Angus Glen Golf Club, 10080 Kennedy Rd, Gormley
December 13, 2025 To December 31, 2025
$10 to $40
After nightfall, guests are invited to follow the path through the woods and experience the excitement, mystery and celebration of the winter season in lights. Spectacular decorations ... »
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The Bentway, 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto
December 20, 2025 To February 16, 2026
(416) 304-0222
Free
This winter, experience a one-of-a-kind skate at The Bentway’s 220-metre figure-eight trail, nestled under the Gardiner Expressway. The free ice skating rink opens its doors to ... »
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Art Gallery of Ontario, 317 Dundas Street West, Toronto
December 20, 2025 To January 4, 2026
Free to $30 (Canada Strong Pass)
This holiday season, the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) has decked the halls with all the ingredients for time well spent – from last minute gifting on December 24 ... »
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Haliburton Sculpture Forest, 297 College Drive, Haliburton
December 30, 2025 To March 31, 2026
Free or by donation
This winter discover the magic of Haliburton Sculpture Forest – a unique outdoor collection of sculptures by Canadian and international artists located in the Haliburton Highlands, only 2.5hrs ... »
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Bayview Hill Community Centre and Park, 114 Spadina Rd, Richmond Hill
December 31, 2025
905-771-5508
Free
Join us for First Night, a memorable evening for families, where joy and togetherness shine brightness! This year, we are showcasing the new outdoor amenities at Bayview ... »
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