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The 10 best things to do this week in Toronto

This story was last updated: Jan. 12, 2026

Winter is here and the city is alive and well with plenty of arts, shopping, food and more to enjoy! From Raptors games to dance parties and theatre premieres, here are 10 things to do in Toronto this week.

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Kimberly Akimbo

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The cast of Kimberly Akimbo. Photo by Emelia Hellman

The Canadian premiere of hilarious and heartbreaking musical Kimberly Akimbo is coming to Toronto on Thursday. Starring the legendary Louise Pitre as a teenager with a rare genetic condition that causes her to age rapidly, this Tony Award-winning production is onstage until Feb. 8.

Career Fair Canada

Whether you’re looking for a new job or just browsing, Career Fair Canada is one of the best places to connect with hiring managers, learn about new companies and figure out what opportunities are out there in the city of Toronto. The fair will be taking over Metro Toronto Convention Centre on Wednesday.

Canada’s Bridal Show

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Calling all 2026 and 2027 brides! Canada’s Bridal Show is back and bigger than ever from Friday to Sunday. Explore all of Canada’s top wedding vendors, from photographers and decor to cakes and formal wear. And don’t miss the wedding fashion show for a look at some of the trending styles of the year!

Toronto International Boat Show

It may be the middle of winter, but the Toronto International Boat Show will have you feeling like you’re floating on the lake in the middle of July. Beginning on Saturday and running until Jan. 25, discover everything you need for your next boating adventure (and even take one for a spin on the massive indoor lake — or try out some floating pickleball).

Toronto Raptors vs. LA Clippers

See the Toronto Raptors face off against the LA Clippers on Friday. This will be the first game between these two teams of the regular season, so snag tickets and cheer them on to victory from the stands.

Rewind with Tynomi Banks: Dinner & Drag Experience

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Tynomi Banks © Kayla Mac

Toronto’s own Tynomi Banks is an icon of the drag world — and now you get a chance to enjoy an all-out dinner and drag show experience with the legend herself on Thursday. She’ll take you through the best hits of the ’80s, ’90s and 2000s at Cassette as you enjoy delicious dishes and drinks.

A Doll’s House

This fresh adaptation of a literary classic stars Hailey Gillis as the seemingly perfect wife who is harbouring a secret and follows her as the truth emerges. A Doll’s House, premiering on Saturday and running until Feb. 1, is a striking and modern revitalisation of a tale that was a already a sensation when it premiered in the 1800s.

Jamaica in January at stackt market

Tired of the cold already? Take a trip to Jamaica without stepping foot on a plane at the stackt market. Jamaica in January is bringing good vibes and even better food to the market on Saturday, as well as a scavenger hunt, bingo, food demos, music and drumming and island finds from local vendors.

Heated Rivalry: Improvised

Heated Rivalry (photo Crave/Bell Media)
Heated Rivalry (photo Crave/Bell Media)

The team at Everything Improvised is taking on the hottest show of the year (that happens to be Canadian): Heated Rivalry. They’ve done Succession, White Lotus and Euphoria, and now they’ll offer up improvised takes of all your favourite scenes and characters on Sunday, from the cottage to the ice rink — with the help of your suggestions.

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