Toronto Events from November to January 2009

Toronto from December 2008 to February 2009

Cavalcade of Lights
November 29 - December, 2008
Venue: Nathan Phillips Square
Website: www.toronto.ca/special_events

Toronto's festive season officially kicks off at the end of November each year with the brilliant illumination of Nathan Phillips Square with more than 100,000 lights, spectacular fireworks and a massive Christmas tree, heralding a month of merry-making and fun events in the city centre. Events include 'Designs in Ice' exhibition, outdoor concerts, street theatre and skating parties. For more information contact Toronto Special Events on (416) 395 0490 or email spevmktg@toronto.ca

Cavalcade of Lights Saturday Night Fireworks
December 6, 13 & 20, 2008

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Celebrate the Holidays With Us at Casa Loma
The Toronto Star Presents
Sleeping Beauty’s
Enchanted Castle
Friday, November 28, 2008 to Sunday, January 4, 2009

Closed at 1:00 p.m. December 24th and all day December 25th
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Black Creek Pioneer Village
December 6, 13 & 20th
6:00-9:30 p.m.

Delight in the glow of oil lamps, candle light and innovative gas lighting throughout the Village
Taste real sugar plums, chestnuts & other traditional holiday treats
Crowd around to hear the story telling
Warm yourself with hot apple cider
Try your hand at Victorian games
Sing along with carollers
Learn to make beautiful, old fashioned Christmas decorations
Enjoy unique, ‘save the tax’ shopping all evening in Black Creek’s Gift Shop & Laskay Emporium.

$32/person
$27/person for Black Creek Pioneer Village & Conservation Area Members (taxes included)

To purchase tickets click here.

Christmas By Lamplight Program with Dinner
Half Way House Restaurant, Black Creek Pioneer Village

$81/adult & $58/child (12 and under)
$76/adult & $53/ child for Black Creek Pioneer Village & Conservation Area Members (taxes included)

To purchase tickets and make reservations, please call 416-736-1733 ext.5331

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Christmas Treats Walk At the Toronto Zoo
During this annual event Siberian Tigers, Reindeer and other animals receive their seasonal goodies at the Toronto Zoo. Strolling carolers roam the grounds and there's free hot chocolate for everyone.

It's recommended that participants bring a non-perishable food item to help the food bank. Half-price admission to the Zoo is all day. Admission proceeds on this day go to support the Endangered Species Fund.

Please note this in an outdoor event.


Price: General Admission (13-64): $20, Senior (65+): $14, Child (4-12): $12, Child (3 and under): free
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Whatever the holiday, the city will generaly have something going on at Nathan Phillips Square. Great ice rink throughout the winter
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WinterCity - a 14-day celebration of culture, creativity and cuisine.
January 30 to February 12, 2009

Winterlicious - the ever popular Prix-Fixe promotion, mouth-watering Culinary Events & the new Chef Series.
January 30 - February 12, 2009
In 2009, the WinterCity festival will run from Jan 30 to Feb 12, 2009 with spectacular shows, concerts and surprises for all ages.

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