Events

This is one place you will never get bored. No matter what time of year, or what time of day, there is always something going on in Downtown Yonge. It could be a concert or festival, a hit musical at one of the theatres in the area, or movies playing outdoors at Yonge-Dundas Square. Check out our calendar of events to find the right entertainment for you.

Ongoing Events

Don't miss the events at Yonge-Dundas Square!
There's always something on at the Square. For details visit www.ydsquare.ca.

Live Jazz every Friday and Saturday at Le Commensal
Location: 655 Bay Street
Description: Enjoy a delicious meal while listening to the sounds of smooth jazz.
Time: 6:30pm to 9:30pm.
Public Contact Information: (416)596-9364.
Additional Details: No cover charge. Validated parking at 38 Elm Street garage after 6:00pm with minimum $10.00 purchase.

Live Jazz every Friday and Saturday at the Pantages Martini Bar & Lounge
Location: Inside the Pantages Suites Hotel and Spa, 200 Victoria Street.
Description: Friday nights feature the Pantages House Band. Saturday nights feature headlining jazz acts brought to you by Jaymz Bee of JazzFM.
Time: 8:00pm to 12:00am.
Public Contact Information: (416)362-1777 or visit www.pantageshotel.com.
Additional Details: No cover charge and valet parking available.

Guided Tours at the Elgin & Winter Garden Theatre
Location: 189 Yonge Street
Description: Year 'round tours are available of the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre- a national historic site and the last operating double-decker theatre in the world. Group tour also available.
Time: Thursday's at 5:00pm; Saturday's at 11:00am
Public Contact Information: 416-314-2874 or visit www.heritagetrust.on.ca.

Pub Stumpers Trivia every Tuesday at the Duke of Richmond
Location: 20 Queen Street East
Description: Compete to win the Duke Cup and prizes at the end of the season.
Time: 8:00pm
Public Contact Information: 416-340-7887

Upcoming Events

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Date and Time: August 16 to September 19.  Monday to Friday at 2:00pm and from 4:00pm-6:00pm; Saturday & Sunday from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

Location: Windows are located at the corner of Yonge & Queen streets

Description: Here's your chance to see live action windows featuring our wonderful vendors sharing what is shocking our senses this fall. See a wide array of activity showcasing everything for the family & home, from clothing, decorative accessories and much more. Be sure to visit each day, you never know what’ll be in store for you. It’s different every time.

Price : Admission is free.

BIG BOOM

Time: Sunday 1st.

Location: DY Square

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Time: Sunday 1st.

Location: DY Square

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Time: Sunday 1st.

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Time: Sunday, Sep 20

Location: DY Square

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We Will Rock You

The worldwide smash hit musical is now playing at the Canon Theatre, located at 244 Victoria Street. For tickets call (416)872-1212 or visit www.wewillrockyou.ca.

Website : www.wewillrockyou.ca
Price : Tickets range in pricing.

Welcome Back University Faculty & Students

At St. Louis Bar located inside the Atrium on Bay at 595 Bay Street.  Check out the new menu and specials, plus catch all the sporting events on the new HDTV's.  For details call (647) 435-WING(9464).

The Drowsy Chaperone

A musical comedy that has won five Tony Awards on Broadway.  Now playing at the Elgin Theatre located at 189 Yonge Street.  For details call (416)872-5555.

The Return of Ulysses

October 27th to November 3rd.  Opera Atelier presents this deeply moving opera which recounts the story of the Greek King Ulysses and his return to his homeland after a twenty year absence fighting in the Trojan War.  Located at the Elgin Theatre, 189 Yonge Street.  Purchase tickets in person at the Elgin Theatre box office or to order by phone call Ticketmaster at 416-872-5555.

Website : www.ticketmaster.ca
Price : $30-$130

Halloween Tour of the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre Centre

October 29th at 6:30pm and 8:30pm.  Spooky Halloween fun awaits you on a special tour of this National Historic Site.  In addition to the theatre's history, you'll hear about "ghosts and spirits" that are said to inhabit the building.  And who knows,  maybe some of them may even appear!  Complimentary treats following the tours.  Two tours available onlly - 6:30pm and 8:30pm.  For further information call 416-314-2871.  Tours take place at the Elgin and Winter Garden Theatre located at 189 Yonge Street.

Price : Adults: $12; Students and Seniors: $7; Children (over the age of 6):$5. Tickets available at the door on October 29; reservations not required.

Ladies Day

September 27 from 9:00am to 9:00pm.  Enjoy lots of activities and a 20% discount on all purchases that support the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.  For details call 416-506-0430.  Located at Mark's Work Wearhouse (Bay and Dundas).  
Price : Free

The Chieftains with special guest appearance by Jimmy Rankin

October 2nd at 8:00pm.  The Chieftains inspired the worldwide love affair with Celtic music over forty years ago and are still fresh and relevant today. Famous for their collaborations with astonishing guest artists, they're joined this night by Cape Breton troubadour Jimmy Rankin.  Located at Massey Hall, 178 Victoria Street.  Tickets by Phone call 416-872-4255. Tickets in Person visit the Roy Thomson Hall Box Office, 60 Simcoe St, Toronto.
Website : www.masseyhall.com
Price : $69.50 - $45.50

Mariza

October 3rd at 8:00pm.  She’s the contemporary face of Portuguese Fado, seducing audiences worldwide with her breathtaking voice and compelling stage presence. "Mariza has it all – charisma, a voice to die for and stunning looks...destined to become one of the world's great divas."  Located at Massey Hall, 178 Victoria Street.  For Tickets by Phone call 416-872-4255.  For Tickets in Person visit Roy Thomson Hall Box Office, 60 Simcoe St, Toronto.
Website : www.masseyhall.com
Price : $59.50-$39.50

Zucchero

October 4th at 8:00pm.  Zucchero returns, fueled by his high-octane blend of pop and blues, breaking the international sound barrier with his electrifying performances and very hot band.  Located at Massey Hall, 178 Victoria Street.  For Tickets by Phone call 416-872-4255.
For Tickets in Person visit Roy Thomson Hall Box Office, 60 Simcoe St, Toronto.
Website : www.masseyhall.com
Price : $69.50-$49.50

John McLaughlin & The 4th Dimension

October 5th at 8:00pm.  He’s perhaps the greatest innovative guitarist extant, having performed with Miles Davis and his own historic bands, The Mahavishnu Orchestra, Shakti and The Guitar Trio. McLaughlin lights a fire under his stellar electric quartet: multi-instrumentalist Gary Husband on keyboards and percussion, the bass phenom Hadrien Féraud and the incredible Mark Mondesir on drums.  Located at Massey Hall, 178 Victoria Street.  For Tickets by Phone call 416-872-4255.  For Tickets in Person visit Roy Thomson Hall Box Office, 60 Simcoe St, Toronto.
Website : www.masseyhall.com
Price : $69.50-$49.50

Arlo Guthrie - Solo Reunion Tour: Together At Last

October 27th at 8:00pm.  Legendary counter-cultural hero Arlo Guthrie galvanized a generation at Woodstock with the epic Alice’s Restaurant. He takes the stage to bring his unique world vision to the masses. And it’s a whole lot of fun. “Sometimes you just want to do things yourself.”  Located at Massey Hall, 178 Victoria Street. For Tickets by Phone call 416-872-4255.  For Tickets in Person visit Roy Thomson Hall Box Office, 60 Simcoe St, Toronto.
Website : www.masseyhall.com
Price : $69.50-$39.50

Spirit Walk

October 19 and 20th, and October 26 and 27th at 6:30 or 7:00pm.  Located at the Mackenzie House Museum, 82 Bond Street. 

Let your imagination take over as we lead you through the alleys and laneways of downtown Toronto to see some of her haunted buildings. Then return to Mackenzie House for haunted tales of the spooky gaslit house. Soothe your goosebumps with mulled cider. Historic house closes at 10 p.m. Not suitable for children age 8 and under. For more information call 416-392-6915.
Price : Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Adults (16 yrs. & older): $10; Children 8-15 yrs.: $5.

Trauma and Compassion Fatigue Seminar & Workshop

October 30th from 8:00am to 4:30pm.  Morning Session - The Body Speaks: Trauma Response Intervention within Diverse Groups with Dr. Terry McQuaid.  Afternoon Session & Workshop - Refilling the Well: Creative Tools for Transforming Compassion Fatigue and Vicarious Trauma with Frangoise Mathieu.  To be held at the Toronto Downtown Eaton Centre Marriott Hotel.  For details call (416)408.4252.

 

Website : www.compassionfatiqueseminar.com
Price : $85.00

Hot Latino Cuisine

Demonstration class with Carlos Fuenmayor of Sabrosito - a varied menu of Latin American specialties.  Monday, November 5th at 6:00pm.  Located at Great Cooks and the T Spot - lower level of the Bay - Queen Street Store.  Call (416)861-4333.
Website : www.greatcooks.ca
Price : $90

Angele Dubeau & La Pieta

Performing classical masterpieces and modern works.  Playing at the Winter Garden Theatre located at 189 Yonge Street.  November 8th at 7:30pm.  For details call (416)872-5555.
Website : www.ticketmaster.ca
Price : $29-$59

Giselle

The classical ballet in two acts.  Presented by Canadian Ballet Theatre.  Playing in the Elgin Theatre, located at 189 Yonge Street.  November 10th at 8:00pm and November 11th at 3:00pm.  For details call (416)872-5555.
Website : www.ticketmaster.ca
Price : $55-$75

Women Fully Clothed

Starring Robin Duke, Jayne Eastwood, Kathryn Greenwood, Debra McGrath, and Teresa Pavlinek.  Playing in the Winter Garden Theatre, located at 189 Yonge Street.  From November 15th until December 8th.  For details call (416)872-5555.
Website : www.ticketmaster.ca
Price : $54.50

Peter Pan

Presented by Ross Petty Productions, and starring Kurt Browning.   Playing in the Elgin Theatre, located at 189 Yonge Street.  From November 22nd until January 6th.  For details call (416)872-5555.
Website : www.ticketmaster.ca
Price : Children 12 and under $49; Adults $54-$74; Family 4 Packs $196

It's Always Something

An evening of music, comedy and dance to benefit Gilda's Club.  Featuring Russell Peters, Nelly Furtado, Great Big Sea, Craig Lauzon and Eric McCormack.  In the Elgin Theatre, located at 189 Yonge Street.  November 26th at 7:30pm.  For details call 416-872-5555.
Website : www.ticketmaster.ca
Price : $150-$250

Christmas with the Canadian Tenors

A special holiday show featuring Victor Micallef, Remigio Pereira, Fraser Walters and Jamie McKnight.  Playing in the Winter Garden Theatre, located at 189 Yonge Street.  November 30th at 8:00pm.  For details call (416)872-5555.

Website : www.ticketmaster.ca
Price : $65; $75; $125

"Up then, brave Canadians!": Commemorating the 1837 Rebellion

Sunday, December 2nd from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the Mackenzie House Museum located at 82 Bond Street.  In partnership with Muddy York Walking Tours.  Call 416-392-6915.

William Lyon Mackenzie and his Rebellion still resonate in Canadian history, 170 years later.   Wtih Richard Fiennes-Clinton, visit some downtown locations implicated in the Rebellion, from the St. Lawrence Market to the Mackenzie homestead.  Then, gather in Mackenzie's cozy family room, gain insight into his motives and emotions when storyteller Jeffrey Canton personifies Mackenzie as The True Patriot.  Scottish refreshments and complimentary guided visit to the historic house included. 

Pre-registration and pre-payment required.   
Website : www.toronto.ca/culture/mackenzie_house.htm
Price : Adults $30; Seniors & Youths $26; Children $20

A Victorian Toronto Christmas

Until early January, 2008 at the Mackenzie House Museum located at 82 Bond Street.  Call 416-392-6915.

This festive season take a step back in time to Victorian Toronto and experience the magic of a traditional Christmas in an 1859 row-house.  Escape from the hustle and bustle while you enjoy a sample of mulled cider and a biscuit in the warmth of the historic kitchen. Discover the story of how families celebrated Christmas in 19th century Toronto as you tour the Mackenzie home dressed in greenery for the holidays.
Website : www.toronto.ca/culture/mackenzie_house.htm
Price : Holiday Admission: Adults $5.50; Seniors & Youth $4.00; Children $3.50