Events in Toronto – November 27 – 29, 2015

1. Paco Peña

Widely regarded as one of the world’s greatest traditional flamenco players, Paco Peña embodies both authenticity and innovation in flamenco. As guitarist, composer, dramatise, producer and artistic mentor Paco Peña has transformed perceptions of the archetypal Spanish art form of flamenco. With FLAMENCURA he explores the elusive state at the core of the art of flamenco, and attempts to focus on the alchemy between performer and audience.

2. Fife House

The evening will feature Broadway’s Original “Annie” Andrea McArdle in conversation about her illustrious career with Seth Rudetsky and singing some of the most memorable Broadway show stoppers!

3. Paula Gardin

Paula Gardin is a Canadian Jazz singer/songwriter from the Mississauga. She is a passionate and powerful performer whose music reflects her life experiences. Her latest album, “Two of Cups” produced and co-written by Toronto guitarist Lou Bartolomucci, recorded at the Juno award-winning Drive Shed in Toronto, and engineered by Juno award-winner John “Beetle” Bailey.

4. Colm Wilkinson

Colm Wilkinson returns for a two-hour evening of music and stories. Broadway and Beyond gives fans old and new the opportunity to see and hear a more intimate and personal side of this phenomenal performer. Irish classics such as “Danny Boy” and “Whiskey in the Jar,” Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” and The Animals’ “House of the Rising Sun” add another dimension to a program rich in musical theatre favourites, such as “Music of the Night” and his signature song “Bring Him Home.”

5. Royal Conservatory Orchestra

Tania Miller conducts the Royal Conservatory Orchestra and Heidi Hatch. As Music Director of the Victoria Symphony, and the first Canadian woman ever to be Music Director of a major symphony orchestra, Tania Miller is used to blazing new paths in the world of classical music.

6. Classical Gold

Join the Etobicoke Philharmonic for the concert that highlights works by three classical Masters at the height of their creative powers.

7. George Dalaras, Eleni Vitali & Glykeria

An epic North American tour featuring three of the most important Greek singers of this generation. George Dalaras, Eleni Vitali, and Glykeria have been called “the Holy Trinity of Greek music” by Greek media.

8. André-Philippe Gagnon

An impressionist with an eye on the world, André-Philippe Gagnon can slip into Joe Cocker’s husky croon and out again as Dionne Warwick quicker than most performers can take a curtain call. From Mick Jagger to Vanessa Paradis, Louis Armstrong, Jean Chretien and Fred Flintstone, his impressions of famous personalities are rapid fire magic.

9. Women’s Blues Revue

Hosted by Shakura S’Aida, Featuring Rita Chiarelli, Cécile Doo-Kingué, Angelique Francis, Terra Lightfoot, Crystal Shawanda, & Suzie Vinnick.

10. Anastasia Rizikov

Already taking the world by storm in concert and in competition, 16 year old Anastasia Rizikov is presented by Neapolitan Connection in a special solo piano recital this season at CBC Glenn Gould Studio.

11. Wind Ensemble

The University of Toronto. Faculty of Music. Wind & Brass Series.

12. A Year-End Gabaret

Join Gabi Epstein in a night of stories and songs as she reflects on a monumental year. From standing by in the wings in Once to getting her own star turn in Funny Girl, this gal has a lot to gab about. Joining her will be pianist and world class composer Kevin Wong, as well as Soulpepper’s own Brendan Wall, and Cabaret Queen Jenni Burke. Often poignant, always funny, come to the Gabaret for a fabulous night of entertainment.

2.The European Union Film Festival

The European Union Film Festival (EUFF) is a non-profit organization, it’s the unique cultural collaboration of EU Consulates & Cultural Institutes in Toronto. Details

1. Toronto Marlies

2. Toronto Maple Leafs

3.  Mississauga Steelheads

4. Raptors 905

5.  Toronto Raptors

1. Christmas Tree Lightups & Santa Claus Parades – GTA

For details and parade routes, see Christmas Lightups & Santa Claus Parades in GTA

1. Cavalcade of Lights

Toronto tradition features the first lighting of Toronto’s official 18-metre (60-foot) Christmas tree, sponsored by Edward Jones, along with live performances, skating parties and fireworks. Thousands of people are expected to attend the celebration in Nathan Phillips Square amidst the glow of more than 525,000 lights provided by Toronto Hydro.

2. DeClute Light Up The Beach

The 8th annual DeClute Light Up The Beach will begin at the foot of Leuty Avenue in Toronto’s Beaches neighbourhood.

3. Rosedale Main Street BIA Cavalcade of Lights

4. Weston Santa Claus Parade

5. Spectacle of Lights

Witness four stunning illuminated sights come alive this holiday season on Toronto’s Waterfront.

6. Christmas in the Village | Brooklin – Whitby

7. Santa Claus Parade | Pickering

8. Ajax Santa Claus Parade & Tree Lighting

9. Santa Claus Parade | Mississauga

10. Santa Claus Parade | Markham

11. The Lakeside Festival of Lights | Burlington

2. Christmas / Holiday Events

 Christmas/ Holiday Events

1. 35th Annual Victorian Tea 

Enjoy a taste of Christmas past. Tea includes finger sandwiches, trifle, plum pudding and seasonal baking. The Museum Gift Shop will be open with those hard-to-find heritage games, toys and books. Book early to reserve your preferred seating time.

2. Christmas at Black Creek

Come see the Village in it’s finest holiday attire and celebrate Christmas with old and new traditions! Each weekend, enjoy special Christmas programs.

3. Holiday Events at Toronto Historic Sites

Whether you are looking for unique gifts, get-togethers with friends, family adventures over the holidays or an evening out, you’ll find all these and more at the City of Toronto’s Historic Sites.

4. Santa Train | Uxbridge

5. Gallery of Festive Trees

6. 12 Trees of Christmas

3. Caledon Kennel Asso­ci­a­tion

The Royal Canin National Breeder’s Classic, Junior Han­dling Com­pe­ti­tions, including the National Cham­pi­onship.

4. Christmas Markets

Christmas Markets & Holiday Craft Fairs in Toronto & GTA

1. Toronto Christmas Market: Guests will immerse themselves in 28 days of European delicacies and Canadian homemade foods, a romantic atmosphere, stunning light canopies, unique shopping experiences, traditional music and dance performances, and activities for the whole family to enjoy.

2. One of a Kind – Christmas Show & Sale: Shop from makers, artisans and designers across Canada.

3. The Christmas Gift Sale: Over 30 Vendors, Meet & Greet with Santa’s Helpers, Mystery Door Prizes all day long!

4.Leslieville Flea Holiday Market:  Our vendors have curated a variety of unique and affordable vintage, handcrafted and upcycled items, perfect for everyone on your Christmas list.

5. 3rd Annual Jewish Book Festival

For two weeks in November the community is invited to share in a curated collection of books like no other. From Katja Goldman, known as the unofficial challah teacher of the Upper West Side, to the highly respected news correspondent Martin Fletcher who spent many years as the NBC News Bureau Chief in Tel Aviv, there is a book for everyone on your Chanukah gift list. Details

6. CP Holiday Train

The Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train program is returning to the rails for a 17th year to raise money, food, and awareness for food banks and hunger issues across Canada and the United States. Performers: Devin Cuddy and Kelly Prescott  Details

7. Toronto Tours & Walks

Explore Toronto through speciality guided tours & Scavenger Hunts!
1. Tasty Tours: Tasty Tours offers a variety of Sweets Tours along Toronto’s eclectic multicultural neighbourhoods.

2. Murder at the ROM: A murder mystery scavenger hunt! A curator has been murdered and you must follow the clues through the museum collections to solve whodunit.

3. The Mummy’s Curse : A murder mystery scavenger hunt! Did the mummy’s curse strike the museum? Solve the clues to uncover the truth.