It's Friday and the weekend is fast approaching. Need things to see or do? We've got you covered. In this edition: TIFF's first major original exhibition, a winter fair at Exhibition Place, a celebration of the Day of the Dead and more.
Whisky Live
When: Nov. 1
Where: The Westin Harbour Castle
Details: Toronto hosts the eighth annual Whisky Live today at the Westin Harbour Castle landmark hotel at 1 Harbour Square. The event will feature live entertainment, a buffet, and naturally, unlimited whisky tastings galore from local and international vendors. Tickets can be bought online.
The National Women's Show
When: Nov. 1-3
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Details: Ladies, treat yourselves to the ultimate girls day out. This weekend-long show combines food and wine samping with shopping at over 450 vendors, celebrity guests, makeovers, and the opportunity to check out some of the latest products just for women.
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
When: Nov. 1-10
Where: Canadian National Exhibition
Details: Celebrate Canadian agriculture at The Royal, beginning this weekend. Perfect for kids and adults alike, this annual fair offers food vendors, a petting zoo, The Royal Horse Show, a butter carving gallery, square dancing, and a chance to talk to and learn from Canadian farmers who produce naturally delicious local meats, cheeses, veggies and more.
David Cronenberg: Evolution
When: Nov. 1-Jan. 19
Where: TIFF Bell Lightbox
Details: The TIFF Bell Lightbox debuts it's first major original exhibition this weekend, featuring a "loosely chronological" overview follwing the great David Cronenberg's career as a filmmaker. Curated by TIFF Director Piers Handling and Artistic Director Noah Cowan, the exhibition is divided into three sections tracing the theme of human evolutionary development throughout Cronenberg's work. Tickets can be bought online, or at the Lightbox.
Dia de los Muertos
When: Nov. 3
Where: Evergreen Brick Works
Details: Take a trip to the always-scenic Evergreen Brick Works this Sunday for a celebration of Latin American culture. Featuring all-day family friendly entertainment, this post-Hallows Eve event will feature a traditonal Mayan opening ceremony, a chocolate skull building workshop, and a Mexican Market selling favourites like churros, tamales, and salsa picante.