The winter season is kicking off in the city. Santa Claus swings by on Sunday, Yorkville gets all lit up and the Swedish Christmas festival takes over the Harbourfront Centre. Or, if you aren’t ready for the holidays, there’s always wine and cheese sampling at the Gourmet Food and Wine Expo.
Gourmet Food and Wine Expo
Celebrity chefs. A cheese sampling corner. A wine tasting lounge. A Food Network stage. It’s all there – and more – at the Gourmet Food and Wine Expo.
Metro Convention Centre, Nov. 18-21
The Santa Claus Parade
Tell your friends: this Sunday, Santa Claus comes to Toronto. The man in red starts his route at 12:45 p.m. at Bloor and Christie streets but the festivities start as early as 9 a.m., with a pancake breakfast at Yonge-Dundas Square, face painting and other kid-friendly goodies.
Breast Fest Film Fest
Fight cancer with film: this festival is dedicated to breast cancer awareness and features films from around the globe. Bonus: get inspired with select workshops and guest speakers.
Royal Ontario Museum, Nov. 19-21
Swedish Christmas Festival
While the kids make Swedish crafts and bake gingerbread, get a head start on holiday shopping, with traditional crafts, books and food items. Or take in The Little Cafe, serving tasty Swedish goodies like meatballs, open-faced sandwiches, baked goods and lingonberry jam.
Harbourfront Centre, Nov. 20-21
Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic Lighting Ceremony
Watch thousands of lights spring to life and set Yorkville all a-glitter. Extras include free apple cider, cookies and a live performance by Juno-winning singer Ivana Santilli.
