Upcoming Events for Calendar of Events

Jul. 13, 2011 - Jun 01, 2012 : The Roaring Twenties: Heels Hemlines and High Spirits

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:00:08 +0000

Follow fashion's modern coming of age through footwear. "The Roaring Twenties: Heels, Hemlines and High Spirits" exhibit explores how stylish women of the Roaring Twenties were and how they were affected by the exotic lure of the time. Especially with influences like cinema, jazz clubs and word travel. The decade's shoes born of post-war enthusiasm highlight how broader horizons brought to light changes in perception and design.

Feb. 10 - Sep. 30, 2012 : War Horse

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:10:26 +0000

England, 1914. As World War I begins, Joey, young Albert's beloved horse, is sold to the cavalry and shipped to France. He's soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary journey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in No Man's Land. But Albert cannot forget Joey and, though not old enough to enlist, he embarks on a treacherous mission to find his horse and bring him home. This powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and songs, is a production of phenomenal inventiveness. At its heart are astonishing life-sized puppets created by South Africa's Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to life on stage. "An extraordinary piece of theatre that is at once both epic and intimate, absolutely guaranteed to move the heart!" - Sunday Express of London

Apr. 01 - Nov. 01, 2012 : Anniversary Shaw Festival

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:00:00 +0000

The Shaw Festival celebrates the works of George Bernard Shaw and his contemporaries. Located in idyllic and historic Niagara-on-the-Lake, the summer-long festival is the only one of its kind in the world.

Apr. 01 - Nov. 01, 2012 : Stratford Shakespeare Festival

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:04:06 +0000

Christopher Plummer, Alec Guinness, Julie Harris and William Shatner are just some of the famous names that have graced the stage of this renowned theatre festival in Stratford, which features the best in classic Shakespearean theatre as well as contemporary favourites.

Apr. 27 - May. 31, 2012 : CONTACT

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:45:01 +0000

CONTACT, the world's largest annual photography event, is a month-long festival of photography with over 1000 local, national and international artists at more than 200 venues across the Greater Toronto Area in May.

May. 02 - Jun. 03, 2012 : Bring it on: The Musical

Mon, 07 May 2012 20:20:14 +0000

This musical comedy brings team rivalries to the stage with explosive attitude and flair. The world of competitive cheerleading provides plenty of moments for comic relief and the lesson that winning isn't everything, because it’s really about something bigger than a trophy.

May. 04 - 21, 2012 : Canadian Tulip Festival

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:10:02 +0000

The world’s largest tulip festival blossoms in Ottawa, commemorating the beauty of spring and symbolizing international friendship. What began as a Dutch gift of 100,000 tulip bulbs has grown into an annual event featuring some 3 million tulips across the national capital region, with sites along a 15-km Tulip Route, family entertainment and an International Pavilion.

May. 15 - 20, 2012 : Cavalia's Odysseo

Fri, 11 May 2012 17:28:54 +0000

Cavalia brings equestrian arts together with high-tech theatrics for an innovative live performance. Odysseo tours with a tent standing 125 feet tall and at more than 100,000 square feet being the largest touring tent in the world along with amazing visual effects and their breath-taking performers in the form of 61 horses and 50 artists. The stage comes alive with music, special effects, multimedia and of course, equestrianism.

May. 26 - 27, 2012 : Doors Open Toronto

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:18:57 +0000

Close to 150 buildings of architectural, historic, cultural and/or social significance open their doors to the public. Admission is free. Doors Open Toronto 2012 theme is TBA.

Jun. 11 - Feb. 17, 2012 : North by Northeast Music Festival and Conference

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 17:02:02 +0000

North by Northeast is all about rocking the city with a week of rockin' music and the coolest music-related films from around the world. No over-produced, pre-packaged pop and no "greatest hits". Instead, you'll hear original music you've never heard before from Indian alt-rock, Irish pop to Lebanese punk and get a first look at hand-selected music movies, from concert classics to the latest indie docs from Rio to Rwanda.

Jun. 18 - 25, 2012 : Luminato

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:15:08 +0000

Luminato has taken centre stage as the world's newest international multidisciplinary arts festival encompassing a broad spectrum of creative expression including music, dance, theatre, film, literature, visual arts and lectures. Discover a world of creativity at Luminato with free events all over the city as well as ticketed shows and events.

Jun. 22 - Jul. 01, 2012 : Pride Week

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:29:22 +0000

Toronto’s Pride Week celebrates the city’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans communities. Week-long festivities culminate in the glittering Pride Parade, a joyful sensory assault for over 750,000 spectators, making it one of the largest Pride celebrations in the world.

Jun. 22 - Jul. 01, 2012 : TD Toronto Jazz Festival

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:32:18 +0000

Being North America's premier jazz festivals, Toronto Jazz Fest has brought an eight day showcase of jazz annually since 1987. With more than 350 performances with over 1,500 musicians performing who can now call the Metro Square in the heart of Toronto's Entertainment District home. The 1,200 seat fully-licensed Mainstage Marquee and outdoor stage will bring public attractions in addition to the festival. This year's festival will offer performances by such names as Janelle Monae, Natalie Cole, Hiromi and George Benson.

Jul. 03 - 15, 2012 : Bluesfest

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 16:25:18 +0000

Jul. 06 - 08, 2012 : The Honda Indy Toronto

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:38:53 +0000

In celebration of 25 years of racing on the streets of Toronto, Ontario’s single largest annual sporting event will feature the highest levels of Indy, stock, touring and, for the first time, exotic car racing. The marquee attraction continues to be the IZOD IndyCar Series with returning races including the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series, Firestone Indy Lights and the Acura Sports Car Challenge that will feature the Canadian Touring Car Championship. An exciting new addition will be the debut of the Ferrari Challenge, a unique racing series that allows Ferrari owners and enthusiasts to see the legendary cars in their natural environment – the race track.

Jul. 10 - Aug. 12, 2012 : Scotiabank Carribbean Carnival Festival

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:20:08 +0000

Feel de vibe at the Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto (formerly Caribana) – an exciting cultural explosion of Caribbean music, cuisine, revelry as well as visual and performing arts. In its 44th year it has become a major international event and the largest cultural festival of its kind in North America. Toronto comes alive as the city explodes with the pulsating rhythms and melodies of Calypso, Soca, Reggae, Hip Hop, Chutney, Steel Pan and Brass Bands.

The Parade is on August 4th

Jul. 20 - 29, 2012 : Beaches International Jazz Festival

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:43:46 +0000

Enjoy great jazz in Toronto’s Beach neighbourhood, on the shores of Lake Ontario.

Aug. 10 - 12, 2012 : Taste of the Danforth

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:49:34 +0000

During the annual ‘Taste of the Danforth’, the shops and restaurants of Toronto’s vibrant Greek neighbourhood spill onto the streets for thousands to enjoy outdoor food tasting, music and live performances.

Sep. 06 - 16, 2012 : Toronto International Film Festival

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:26:22 +0000

Sep. 29 - 30, 2012 : Scotiabank Nuit Blanche

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:38:46 +0000

For one sleepless night experience Toronto transformed by artists. The familiar will be discarded as the city becomes the artistic playground for a series of exhilarating contemporary art experiences. One night only. All night long. All free.