Best Things To Do in Toronto This Week (Nov 24–30, 2025)

It’s that time of year when Toronto starts to sparkle… literally. The city is lighting up with the first holiday markets, festive lights, and the first signs of holiday cheer everywhere you look. To help you make the most of it, this guide to the best things to do in Toronto this week (Nov 24–30, 2025) rounds up all the fun, food, and festive happenings you won’t want to miss. And if you’re craving a little escape, I’ve also included a few great picks just outside the city for a quick and easy getaway.

Quick Tip: Check the official event pages for current details. Even if entry is free, expect to potentially RSVP or pay extra for food, drinks, or special add-ons.

Things To Do in Toronto This Week (Nov 24-30)

Free Fun Events

Holiday EcoMarket

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And if you’d rather go sustainable this season, the Holiday EcoMarket at Toronto Botanical Garden lets you browse planet-friendly gifts, snack on artisanal treats, and warm up by the fire while local musicians set the mood.

When: November 28-30, 2025
Where: Toronto Botanical Garden (777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto)
Tickets: Free admission
Website: https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca
Best for: Eco-shoppers.

Willowdale Christmas Market & Tree Lighting

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This weekend, Willowdale turns into a Hallmark movie set. It’s where you’ll enjoy local vendors, food trucks, hot chocolate, and a massive tree-lighting moment that’ll give you that “it’s officially Christmas” feeling.

When: November 29, 2025
Where: Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, Toronto)
Tickets: Free (Suggested $5 Donation to Food Bank or PWYC)
Website: https://www.neighbourlink.org
Best for: Families.

CPKC Holiday Train

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You’ll hear it before you see it. The CPKC Holiday Train rolls through Toronto this week, decked out in thousands of lights. The best part? It’s free and supports local food banks, so bring a canned good or donation and enjoy live performances as the train stops to spread cheer.

When: November 29, 2025
Where: 750 Runnymede Road, Toronto
Tickets: Free (Donations to local food banks are appreciated)
Website: https://www.cpkcr.com
Best for: Families and anyone who loves feel-good holiday moments.

Great Hall Holiday Artisan Market

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Need to tick a few names off your shopping list? Swing by the Great Hall Holiday Artisan Market on Queen Street. You’ll find local artists, handmade jewelry, and one-of-a-kind pieces that feel personal.

When: November 30, 2025
Where: 1087 Queen St W, Toronto
Tickets: Free admission
Website: https://www.queenstmarketplace.com
Best for: Weekend wanderers and market hoppers.

Riverside Window Wonderland & Art Walk

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If you’re not quite ready to deal with shopping madness, take it slow with a stroll through Riverside’s Window Wonderland. It features 25+ art-filled storefronts turned into mini winter galleries along Queen East, perfect for a day or evening walk with your camera.

When: Until December 10, 2025
Where: Storefronts along Queen E from Davies to De Grassi St
Tickets: Free admission
Website: https://riverside-to.com
Best for: Art lovers and quiet city walks.

Holiday at The Well

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Downtown’s The Well is officially in holiday mode, and it’s like a Nordic winter village in the middle of Toronto. Shop local, sip something warm, and people-watch under twinkling lights.

When: Until December 28, 2025
Where: 486 Front St W, Toronto
Tickets: Free admission
Website: https://thewelltoronto.com
Best for: Downtown dwellers and holiday shoppers.

Holiday Hills

If The Well has Nordic elegance, Holiday Hills at Stackt Market is Toronto’s cool cousin. It’s part market, part party, where you can enjoy fire pits, live music, local eats, and cocktails that make you forget how cold it is.

When: Until December 28, 2025
Where: STACKT Market (28 Bathurst St, Toronto)
Tickets: Free admission
Website: https://stacktmarket.com
Best for: Friend groups and date nights.

Paid & Ticketed Things To Do

One Of A Kind Christmas Show – 50th Anniversary

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Fifty years of handcrafted mugs, comfy knits, and gifts that say “I actually put thought into this.” The One Of A Kind Christmas Show is back at the Enercare Centre with 700+ artisans, making it Toronto’s ultimate shopping marathon.

When: November 27-December 7, 2025
Where: Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place Toronto
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://oneofakindshow.com
Best for: Holiday shoppers.

Shoresy Fall Classic

The Shoresy Fall Classic hits Scotiabank Arena this week, and it’s not your usual game. Watch the cast face off against NHL alumni in a mix of comedy, sports, and pure Canadian energy.

When: November 28, 2025
Where: Scotiabank Arena (40 Bay St., Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.scotiabankarena.com
Best for: Letterkenny fans and die-hard puckheads.

WinterFest at Canada’s Wonderland

If you want your holidays extra (as in millions of lights, themed zones, skating, and festive rides), then you’ll love being at the WinterFest. Wonderland turns into a full-on Christmas carnival, and yes, it’s as over-the-top as it sounds.

When: Until January 3, 2026
Where: 9580 Jane St, Vaughan
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.canadaswonderland.com
Best for: Families.

The Distillery Winter Village

You can’t talk about Toronto holidays without mentioning The Distillery Winter Village. Cobblestones, fairy lights, mulled wine — it’s like a Christmas movie waiting to happen.

When: Until January 4, 2026
Where: 55 Mill Street, Toronto
Tickets: Only required during specific peak periods. Click here. Entry is free at all other times.
Website: https://www.thedistillerywintervillage.com
Best for: Date nights and people who live for holiday photo ops.

Concerts

Sir Chloe

If moody indie rock is your comfort zone, Sir Chloe is calling. Dana Foote’s voice floats somewhere between soft and stormy, perfect for a late-night concert that makes you feel a little too many emotions.

When: November 24, 2025
Where: The Concert Hall (888 Yonge St, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://sirchloemusic.com
Best for: Indie music lovers.

Gunna – Wun 2025 World Tour

The beat drops, the crowd screams, and you realize… yeah, Gunna’s Wun World Tour was worth the hype. Expect slick visuals, deep bass, and a few surprise tracks that’ll have the whole arena vibing.

When: November 24-25, 2025
Where: Coca-Cola Coliseum (19 Nunavut Rd, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://only1gunna.com
Best for: Hip-hop fans.

DakhaBrakha

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If your playlists are starting to feel predictable, shake things up with DakhaBrakha. This Ukrainian group blends folk, punk, and pop, and their live shows are loud, theatrical, and a little mind-bending in the best way.

When: November 25, 2025
Where: Massey Hall (178 Victoria St, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.dakhabrakha.com.ua
Best for: Music lovers.

Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert

What’s better than watching The Muppet Christmas Carol? Watching it with a live orchestra, obviously. This screening brings Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the rest of the gang to life with the movie’s score performed in real time.

When: November 28-29, 2025
Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto)
Tickets: Click here.
Website: https://www.tolive.com
Best for: Families.

Other Events/Activities to Check Out

Holiday Open House – November 27 at 401 Richmond (401 Richmond St West, Toronto) | Free admission
Reid’s Christmas Market – November 29-December 30 at Reid’s Distillery (32 Logan Avenue, Toronto) | Free admission ($5 photos with Santa)
AS Holiday Market – November 29-30 at STACKT Market (28 Bathurst St, Toronto) | Free admission

Planning Your Next Holiday Stroll?

The city’s glowing brighter by the day, and if twinkling lights make you instantly happy, you’ll want to plan your next festive stroll. Check out my guide to Where to See the Best Christmas Decorations in Toronto (2025). It’s your shortcut to all the most dazzling trees, sparkling displays, and photo-worthy light spots across the city.

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Things To Do in Toronto This Week (Nov 24-30)