Things To Do This Week (January 27 – February 2) in Toronto
January’s wrapping up, but there’s still plenty to enjoy before February completely kicks off. If you’re looking for ways to fill your week, we’ve got ideas that fit every kind of mood. From local events to fun outdoor activities, there’s no reason to stay stuck at home. After all, the lineup of things to do this week (January 27 – February 2) in Toronto is too good for you to skip.
Event details and schedules may change. Please check the official websites or contact event organisers for the most up-to-date information.
Cross Cut (Ongoing, Until January 29)
Looking for something creative to start your week? Cross Cut blends folk songs, linocut art, and stories of love, migration, and daily life. It’s a simple yet expressive combination of art and music.
- Location: Cedar Ridge Creative Centre (225 Confederation Dr, Scarborough)
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.toronto.ca
- Best for: Art enthusiasts or anyone who prefers a quiet moment of inspiration.
Window Wonderland (Ongoing, Until January 31)
Did you miss a good winter walk last week? The Junction’s outdoor art gallery features augmented reality displays. Stroll through, enjoy the creativity, and snap a few Instagram-worthy photos.
- Location: The Junction neighbourhood
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.torontojunction.ca
- Best for: Families, couples, or friends looking for an artsy walk.
Union Winter 2024 Presented by TD (Ongoing, Until February 2)
Why stick to traditional winter skating? At Union Station, the rink offers roller skating with free rentals, beginner lessons, and live DJ sessions. A seasoned skater or just testing your wheels? It’s a fun way to liven up your week.
- Location: Union Station (55 Front St W, Toronto)
- Admission: Register here.
- Website: www.torontounion.ca
- Best for: Friends, families, or an unconventional date.
Winter Skating at The Bentway (Ongoing, Until February 17)
Your friends have already tried skating under the Gardiner this winter season, how about you? The figure-eight trail is suitable for beginners and pros, and free skate rentals on select days make it easy to join the fun.
- Location: 250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.thebentway.ca
- Best for: Families, couples, or anyone wanting a classic winter activity.
Hangar Skate at YZD (Ongoing, Until February 17)
Need a full-on outdoor experience this week? Hangar Skate offers a massive refrigerated rink, DJ nights, and eye-catching art installations. Admission is free, and rentals are super affordable.
- Location: YZD (34 Hanover Road Toronto)
- Admission: Free. RSVP here.
- Website: www.yzd.ca
- Best for: Groups of friends, families, or couples.
Window Box Gallery at Gallery 1313 (Ongoing, Until February 26)
Have some time to slow down? Sunshine Tormé Johnson’s exhibit at Gallery 1313 offers personal yet universally relatable art. It focuses on themes of healing and thriving.
- Location: Gallery 1313 (1313 Queen Street W, Toronto)
- Website: www.gallery1313.org
- Best for: Art lovers and solo explorers.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year at ROM (Ongoing, Until May 4)
Do you enjoy nature or wildlife photography? Backlit displays at this exhibit make animal portraits and natural scenes look livelier. So, you’ll feel like you’re exactly there.
- Location: Royal Ontario Museum (100 Queen’s Park Ave, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.rom.on.ca
- Best for: Families, photography fans, or anyone who loves wildlife.
Winter Solstice (Ongoing, Until February 2)
Set on Christmas Eve, this comedy of manners involves family drama, betrayal, and politics. And you’ll find it smart, funny, and full of moments.
- Location: Berkeley Street Theatre (26 Berkeley Street, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.canadianstage.com
- Best for: Theatre fans or anyone who loves witty dialogue.
DesignTO 2025 (Ongoing, Until February 2)
So, how would you familiarise yourself with Toronto’s creative side? Join DesignTO 2025, a festival that celebrates design. With over 100 exhibits and events, many of them free, witness something fresh and innovative around the city.
- Location: Multiple venues
- Admission: Check ticket prices here.
- Website: www.designto.org
- Best for: Design lovers and curious minds.
2025 University of Toronto New Music Festival (Ongoing, Until February 4)
How about experiencing something new in music? This festival spotlights performances and world premieres by emerging and established composers.
- Location: Multiple venues
- Admission: Check ticket prices here.
- Website: www.utnmf.music.utoronto.ca
- Best for: Music enthusiasts or anyone open to trying new sounds.
Dinner with the Duchess (Ongoing, Until February 9)
This gripping psychological thriller tells the story of a violinist during her final interview. Secrets unravel, touching on themes of fame, passion, and legacy.
- Location: Studio Theatre (345 Carlaw Avenue, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.crowstheatre.com
- Best for: Theatre lovers or anyone into suspenseful stories.
Cineplex $5 Tickets and Popcorn Every Tuesday (Ongoing, Until February 11)
Midweek plans sorted. With $5 movie tickets and popcorn, Cineplex lets you catch the latest films without hurting your wallets.
- Location: Multiple Cineplex branches
- Website: www.cineplex.com
- Best for: Families, couples, or anyone needing a midweek break.
Weekend Public Skating at Evergreen Brick Works (Ongoing, Until February 23)
At Evergreen Brick Works, you’ll skate surrounded by snowy gardens and historic beams. Yep, finally, you’ve found the ideal winter weekend outing.
- Location: 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.evergreen.ca
- Best for: Families or a casual day with friends.
Lunar New Year – Black+Blue (January 27 – February 11)
A delicious way to celebrate the Year of the Snake? Book a three-course dinner for two at Black+Blue, featuring menu items like Wagyu Shortrib, Lobster Bisque, and Oolong Tea Panna Cotta.
- Location: 130 King St West, Toronto
- Admission: Book here.
- Website: www.blackandbluesteakhouse.ca
- Best for: Date nights or special dinners with loved ones.
Art Hive at MOCA(January 27)
Spend an afternoon getting creative at MOCA’s Art Hive. Guided by art therapy students, you’ll use multimedia techniques to reflect and connect. It’s a welcoming space where all skill levels are encouraged.
- Location: 158 Sterling Rd, Toronto
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.moca.ca
- Best for: Families, creative individuals, or anyone looking for something hands-on.
Sum 41 – Tour of the Setting Sum (January 28 and 30)
Feel like rocking out this week? Sum 41 will bring their pop-punk energy to Scotiabank Arena. Grew up with their music or just love a good rock show? Expect this show to be loud, nostalgic, and a whole lot of fun.
- Location: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here (Jan 28) or here (Jan 30).
- Website: www.sum41.com
- Best for: Fans of pop-punk or anyone looking for a high-energy night out.
REmarket – St. Lawrence Market (January 29–30)
Want to fix something instead of tossing it? The REmarket helps reduce waste and support sustainability. You can get your clothes mended, your bike repaired, or learn tips for living more eco-friendly.
- Location: St. Lawrence Market Temporary Tent (125 The Esplanade, Toronto)
- Website: www.slna.ca
- Best for: Eco-conscious shoppers, DIYers, or anyone into sustainability.
Frank Black – 2025 Teenager of the Year Tour (January 29)
If you love the Pixies or alt-rock in general, you’ll love to attend this show. Frank Black hits the stage with his signature sound, blending new material with classics fans will love.
- Location: History (1663 Queen St. East, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.blackfranc.is
- Best for: Alt-rock fans or anyone who loves a good live show.
Chào Tết TO 2025 (January 29)
Celebrate Lunar New Year with Chào Tết TO, featuring soulful Vietnamese music, delicious food, and engaging traditional games. And be sure to snap a photo in your áo dài or enjoy the themed photo booth.
- Location: Paradise Theatre (1006c Bloor St W, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.smallworldmusic.com
- Best for: Families or anyone celebrating the Lunar New Year.
Flight Night – Aviation Industry Social @ Nickel 9 Distillery (January 29)
Work in aviation? Visit Nickel 9 Distillery for a fun social event featuring cocktails, food specials, a DJ, and more. Show your Airline ID for extra perks.
- Location: 90 Cawthra Ave Unit 100, Toronto
- Website: www.nickel9distillery.com
- Best for: Aviation professionals looking to mix and mingle.
Creativity Academy Event at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Toronto (January 30–March 2)
Got kids who love LEGO? The Creativity Academy at LEGOLAND offers building challenges, masterclasses, and hands-on activities. From creating photo props to adding your piece to a giant mosaic, it’s non-stop fun for the whole family.
- Location: 1 Bass Pro Mills Drive, Vaughan
- Admission: Check ticket prices here.
- Website: www.legolanddiscoverycentre.com
Best for: Families with LEGO-loving kids.
Documentary Shorts Festival (January 30)
Now, catch some of the best documentary films of the year at this 90-minute showcase. Stick around after the screening for a Q&A with the filmmakers. Yep, it’s your chance to hear the stories behind the stories.
- Location: Carlton Cinemas (20 Carlton St., Toronto)
- Admission: Free or pay as you like.
- Website: www.wildsoundfestivalreview.com
- Best for: Documentary fans or anyone who loves learning through film.
Taylor Tomlinson: The Save Me Tour (January 30–February 1)
Winter got you feeling bored? Taylor Tomlinson’s stand-up will fix that. Have seen her Netflix specials or not, she’ll have you laughing throughout the night.
- Location: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
- Admission: Check tickets here.
- Website: www.taylortomlinsoncomedy.com
- Best for: Comedy fans or groups of friends.
Music Toronto: JACK Quartet (January 30)
Prefer modern music that challenges your thinking? The JACK Quartet transforms contemporary compositions into electrifying performances.
- Location: Jane Mallett Theatre (27 Front St E, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.musictorontoconcerts.com
- Best for: Fans of modern classical music.
The Last Round-Up – Concert for Classrooms (January 31)
See Canadian music legends Barney Bentall and The Cariboo Express one last time at their farewell concert. Enjoy a night of roots, folk, and rock while supporting a great cause for kids.
- Location: Glenn Gould Studio (250 Front St W, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.concertforclassrooms.org
- Best for: Fans of Canadian music and supporters of community initiatives.
Art/Wear Sneaker Battle (January 31)
How to end your January? Watch local artists transform sneakers into creative masterpieces at the Art/Wear Sneaker Battle. With music, energy, and live art, this event blends culture, creativity, and fashion.
- Location: Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St. W., Toronto)
- Admission: $25 General, $20 Friends of the BSM
- Website: www.batashoemuseum.ca
- Best for: Sneaker fans and art lovers
A Stackt Up Comedy Show (January 31)
Have you heard that Stackt Market turns into a comedy club for one night only? Here, you can catch Toronto’s top comedians while enjoying drinks and a relaxing atmosphere.
- Location: 28 Bathurst St, Toronto
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.stacktmarket.com
- Best for: Comedy lovers or friends.
Disco on Ice (January 31)
Skate while enjoying disco beats spun by a live DJ at Disco on Ice. With headphones provided, it’s like a skating dance party. Warm up in The National’s outdoor lounge after a few laps.
- Location: The Well (486 Front st. W., Toronto)
- Admission: RSVP here.
- Website: www.thewelltoronto.com
- Best for: Couples or friends.
A Night with Olivier Giacomotto (January 31)
Why not end the month with high-energy tracks? Olivier Giacomotto, a French tech-house DJ known for his electrifying beats, will make that happen.
- Location: Wiggle Room (772 Dundas St. West, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.oliviergiacomotto.com / https:/www.wiggleroomtoronto.com
- Best for: Dance music fans or anyone needing a night out on the dance floor.
Over The Tap 2025 (January 31)
Craft beer before the month ends? Blood Brothers Brewing will host an epic night featuring collaborations with top breweries across North America. Expect beer tastings, snacks, live music, and live entertainment.
- Location: 165 Geary Ave., Toronto
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.bloodbrothersbrewing.com
- Best for: Craft beer enthusiasts or groups of friends.
Spirits of the Distillery District Ghost Tour (January 31–March 29)
Intrigued by ghost stories? Take a lantern-lit walk through the Distillery District’s haunted history. You’ll hear chilling stories about the area’s past and sightsee its hidden corners.
- Location: 55 Mill Street, Toronto
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.hauntedwalk.com
- Best for: History buffs and ghost enthusiasts.
Tommy Brennan Live in Toronto (January 31 – February 1)
Tommy Brennan‘s live show feels like hanging out with your funniest friend. He has that relaxed, easygoing style and you’ll find his stories relatable.
- Location: Backroom Comedy Club (814 Bloor Street West, Toronto)
- Admission: Check tickets here.
- Website: www.punchup.live / www.backroomcomedyclub.com
- Best for: Comedy fans or anyone who needs a laugh this week.
Winterlicious (January 31 – February 13)
With over 220 restaurants offering prix fixe menus, Winterlicious lets you try new or revisit old favourites. From global cuisines to local eats, you can savour some of Toronto’s best dining options.
- Location: Multiple venues
- Website: www.toronto.ca
- Best for: Foodies, date nights, or dinner with friends.
Brilliant Baroque (January 31 – February 2)
Baroque music gets a fresh glow with Tafelmusik and Rachel Podger. Expect works by Bach, Handel, and more in this concert that brings classics to life.
- Location: Jeanne Lamon Hall (427 Bloor Street West, Toronto)
- Admission: Check tickets here.
- Website: www.tafelmusik.org
- Best for: Fans of classical music.
David Gray – Past & Present Tour (January 31)
David Gray is back on tour, blending his classic hits with new tracks. If you’ve loved him since White Ladder, this is your chance to hear those songs live, paired with his latest work.
- Location: Massey Hall (178 Victoria Street, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.masseyhall.mhrth.com
- Best for: Longtime fans or anyone who loves heartfelt live music.
Tchaikovsky & Vaughan Williams (January 31 – February 1)
The Toronto Symphony Orchestra delivers Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto and Vaughan Williams’s Symphony No. 4 in a performance filled with energy and emotion. Arrive early for a special pre-concert set by the TSO Chamber Soloists.
- Location: Roy Thomson Hall (60 Simcoe Street, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.tso.ca
- Best for: Classical music enthusiasts.
Two Friends Presents Heatwave: The Tour (January 31 – February 1)
Two Friends, the DJ duo behind those popular mixes, will deliver feel-good beats and high-energy tracks to their Toronto show.
- Location: History (1663 Queen St. East, Toronto)
- Admission: Check tickets here.
- Instagram: @twofriends
- Best for: Music fans or a fun night out with friends.
King & Queen Events Presents: NIFRA (February 1)
Dance music fans, NIFRA is bringing her progressive trance and techno beats to Toronto this February. Besides her high-energy performances, you’ll also love the supporting acts.
- Location: NOMAD (725 Queen Street East, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.nifra.sk
- Best for: Trance and techno fans.
Chartwell Shopping Centre Lunar New Year Celebration 2025 (February 1)
Another spot to welcome the Year of the Snake? Celebrate it at the Chartwell Shopping Centre with lion dances, kung fu performances, games, and even Fortune Telling sessions.
- Location: 2301 Brimley Rd, Scarborough
- Admission: Free. RSVP here.
- Best for: Families or anyone celebrating Lunar New Year traditions.
Franchise Canada Show Toronto – Winter 2025 (February 1 – 2)
Thinking of owning a franchise? This event lets you meet top brands, talk with franchisors, and learn about starting your own business.
- Location: The International Centre (6900 Airport Rd, Mississauga)
- Admission: Free. RSVP here.
- Website: www.cfa.swoogo.com
- Best for: Entrepreneurs or anyone considering a new career path.
Tina Turner Tribute by Karen Durrant (February 1)
Karen Durrant’s tribute to Tina Turner promises energy, famous iconic songs, and remarkable details.
- Location: Old Mill Toronto (21 Old Mill Road, Toronto)
- Admission: Check ticket prices here.
- Website: www.oldmilltoronto.com
- Best for: Tina Turner fans or anyone wanting a fun night of music.
Toronto Tea Festival February 1 – 2)
Interested in the world of tea? At the Toronto Tea Festival, you can sample teas from around the globe, meet experts, and learn about different brewing techniques.
- Location: The Toronto Reference Library, Bram & Bluma Appel Salon (789 Yonge Street, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.teafestivaltoronto.com
- Best for: Tea enthusiasts or anyone curious about new flavours.
Toronto Chinatown Lunar New Year Celebration (February 1 – 2)
You’ll enjoy celebrating Lunar New Year in Chinatown with interactive games and performances. You can also witness plenty of cultural traditions in welcoming the Year of the Snake.
- Location: Dragon City Mall & Chinatown Centre (280 Spadina Ave, Toronto)
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.chinatownbia.com
- Best for: Families or anyone looking to celebrate Lunar New Year.
The Black Garlic & Chocolate Affair (February 1)
Ever tried pairing black garlic and chocolate? This culinary event will surprise you with creative and unexpected flavour combinations at Evergreen Brick Works.
- Location: Evergreen Brick Works (550 Bayview Ave, Toronto)
- Admission: Free. RSVP here.
- Website: www.torontogarlicfestival.ca
- Best for: Adventurous foodies or anyone curious about new flavours.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid (February 2 – April 13)
Ariel’s undersea world is splashing onto the stage, bringing the Disney classic to life in this Broadway-style musical. With classic songs and new ones by Alan Menken, it’s suitable for all ages.
- Location: Wychwood Theatre (76 Wychwood Ave studio 176, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.tyttheatre.com
- Best for: Families or anyone who loves Disney musicals.
Lunar New Year Celebration at CF Toronto Eaton Centre (February 2)
Kick off the Year of the Snake with lion and dragon dances at the Eaton Centre. The God of Fortune will also make an appearance.
- Location: CF Toronto Eaton Centre (220 Yonge Street, Toronto)
- Website: www.shops.cadillacfairview.com
- Best for: Families or anyone celebrating the Lunar New Year.
Nurse John – The Short Staffed Tour: Shift’s Getting Real (February 2)
Nurse John turns the chaos of working short-staffed into relatable, laugh-out-loud comedy. It’s like swapping stories with your funniest co-worker.
- Location: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.nursejohnnshows.com
- Best for: Healthcare workers or anyone who enjoys smart, relatable humour.
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