For current weekend activities, see things to do this weekend
Activities & Events in Toronto: Friday, January 6 – Sunday, January 8, 2017
I. Live Music & Concerts
1. New Year’s Concert 2017
An East-Meets-West Concert of Favourite Classics.
II. Live Theatre & Related Events
1. Performing Arts Events
Performing Arts & Theatre in January
Events this week include
- Come What Mayhem! @ The Second City Toronto
- Sequence @ Tarragon Theatre’s Mainspace
- Sister Act @ Lower Ossington Theatre
- Superdude and Doctor Rude @The Second City Theatre
- Infinity @ Tarragon Theatre’s Extraspace
- Sebastian Maniscalco @ Sony Centre For The Performing Arts
- Potted Potter @ Panasonic Theatre
- Sleeping Beauty @ Elgin Theatre
- Eat, Buy, Repeat: The Second City’s Guide to the Holidays @ The Second City Theatre
and more!
2. Next Stage Theatre Festival
January 4 – 15, 2017
III. Sports
1. World Junior Hockey Championship
December 23 – January 2, 2017
2. Toronto Raptors
vs Utah Jazz on Thursday, January 5, 2017 | 07:30 PM
vs Houston Rockets on Sunday, January 8, 2017 | 06:00 PM
3. Raptors 905
vs Erie Bayhawks on Monday, January 2, 2017 | 07:30 PM
vs Canton Charge on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 | 07:30 PM
4. Mississauga Steelheads
vs Hamilton Bulldogs on Wednesday, January 4, 2017 | 07:00 PM
vs. Barrie Colts on Friday, January 6, 2017 | 06:00 PM
vs. London Knights on Sunday, January 8, 2017 | 02:00 PM
5. Toronto Marlies
vs Rochester Americans on Saturday, January 7, 2017 | 05:00 PM
vs Rochester Americans on Sunday, January 8, 2017 | 03:00 PM
6. Toronto Maple Leafs
vs Montreal Canadiens on Saturday, January 7, 2017 | 7:00 PM
IV. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
1. 100 years of hockey and Winter Week
Join Toronto Parks, Forestry & Recreation partners with the Toronto Maple Leafs and Rogers to celebrate 100 years of hockey. Come out for skating, games, music giveaways and refreshments, as well as to meet Leafs alumni and other special guests.
January 3 – 8, 2017
2. Canada’s Bridal Show
Canada’s Bridal Show is the most renowned Bridal Show, established in 1984 always prospering and showcasing all the latest trends in the Bridal Industry.
Friday, January 6th | 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Saturday, January 7 | 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Sunday, January 8 | 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
4. The Toronto Franchise Expo
Learn the ins and outs of franchise ownership so you can make an educated decision about your future. Legal Advice, How To Choose The Business For You, Financing Options, Government Assistance Programs, Real Estate Opportunities, and much more.
Saturday, January 7 | 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday, January 8 | 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Toronto
5. Motorcycle Supershow
The Supershow has firmly established itself as the pinnacle of motorcycle shows. Come to shop, explore and take in everything that’s new!Featuring the very popular ‘Century of Motorcycles’ display. Fifty hand-picked motorcycles get the red carpet treatment as they represent the evolution of the motorcycle over the past 100 years..
Friday January 06, 2017 | 12:00 PM (Noon) – 10:00 PM
Saturday January 07, 2017 | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday January 08, 2017 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
6. Vietnamese New Year 2017 and Canada 150
Sunday, January 8, 2017 | 4:00 PM
5040 Yonge Street, Toronto
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7. Winter Bird Count
Join Parks Canada to learn Birding Basics and see who’s around.
Sunday, January 8, 2017 | 9:00 AM
8. The Illusionists
This mind blowing spectacular showcases the jaw dropping talents of seven of the most incredible illusionists on earth. THE ILLUSIONISTS – Live From Broadway has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions. Details
December 13 to January 7, 2017
9. Guided Night Snowshoe Hikes
Strap on your snowshoes for a night-time hike, where stars and shadows create a dramatic setting for adventure. Professional staff members guide your group on a 1 ½ to 2 hour romp through an enchanting winter wonderland. Experience beautiful trails that wind through a mature forest of 100 foot tall trees, sparkling views of the countryside at the Suspension Bridge and breathtaking lookouts from the top of the Niagara Escarpment. Details
Saturdays, December 17 – February 18, 2017, except Dec 23 | 8PM – 11PM