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Whether it's the charming Old Town Toronto on a gentle winter night, or the hustle of trendy Queen West, Toronto's diverse neighborhoods shine at every corner, welcoming you with the excitement and charm of the holidays. For all that's happening this season, visit our Holiday Events section. Also, don’t forget to also explore our exclusive Toronto holiday packages featuring show tickets and overnight stays for friends or the whole family as low as $289. To mix and match your favorite shows and events, or extend hotel nights, try building your own custom holiday package here.

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06/28/2008

December 7, 2008 to December 7, 2008

Buffalo Bills vs. Miami Dolphins in Toronto

See two titans of the NFL go head-to-head in supreme action!...read more

The NFL is coming to Toronto in full force (that’s right – NFL football!). Get in on the action when the Buffalo Bills take on the Miami Dolphins on Sunday December 7th at Rogers Centre. Specially priced tickets/hotel packages NOW AVAILABLE! Make a night of it and book one of our hotel and ticket packages (the hotel is your choice and breakfast is on us!)

Location: Rogers Centre -- 1 Blue Jays Way

www.billstorontotickets.com

 

December 6, 2008 to December 28, 2008

The Nutcracker

The National Ballet of Canada performs the classic tale of The Nutcracker - an enduring family favourite....read more

Set to the strains of Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score, the production features cannon dolls, a snow queen, little chefs and an ethereal Sugar Plum Fairy emerging from a Fabergé egg.

Location: Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts -- 145 Queen St. West

www.national.ballet.ca

 
 
 

October 3, 2008 to January 11, 2009

The Sound of Music

Join Maria and the von Trapp Family this holiday season with The Sound of Music....read more

Don't miss the North American premiere of the West End's biggest hit, the new David Ian/Andrew Lloyd Webber production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's The Sound of Music!

Location: The Princess of Wales Theatre -- 300 King St. West

www.mirvish.com

 
 
 

November 28, 2008 to December 31, 2008

Trail of Lights

Come and experience the enchanting wonder of Canada’s largest walk-through holiday light show at Downsview Park....read more

Canada’s national urban park hosts the Trail of Lights: a walk-through holiday light show featuring hundreds of light displays, holiday arts and crafts, entertainment, refreshments and a picture-perfect opportunity with Santa Claus.

Location: Downsview Park -- 35 Carl Hall Rd.

www.downsviewpark.ca

 
 
 

November 28, 2008 to January 4, 2009

Sleeping Beauty’s Enchanted Castle

The classic fairy tale brought to life in an original musical comedy....read more

It’s bedtime for Beauty as the Scary Fairy unleashes a sleeping spell on her castle. Can the Handsome Prince rouse the royals and save the day or will it be endless nights of Beauty sleep for his true love?

Location: Casa Loma -- One Austin Terrace (north of Dupont Subway Station)

www.casaloma.org

 
 
 

October 25, 2008 to March 22, 2009

The Nature of Diamonds

Throughout time, no other gem has captured the world’s imagination quite like the diamond — revered by royalty, celebrated by Hollywood and treasured the world over....read more

Exploring humankind’s ongoing fascination with the diamond, The Nature of Diamonds provides an in-depth examination of it as a natural substance, digging into its geologic origins, how it is mined, its cultural significance in art, literature, and ornamentation, and its numerous uses in modern science and technology.

Location: Royal Ontario Museum -- 100 Queen's Park (Avenue and Bloor)

www.rom.on.ca

 
 
 

November 29, 2008 to December 31, 2008

Cavalcade of Lights

The 42nd annual Cavalcade of Lights sets Toronto aglow with a calendar of spellbinding events....read more

An annual month-long holiday celebration featuring lighting displays, pyrotechnics, a skating party, live music and more commences on Nov. 29 with the annual tree lighting ceremony at Nathan Phillips Square.

Location: Nathan Phillips Square -- 100 Queen St. West (City Hall)

www.toronto.ca/special_events/

 
 
 

November 27, 2008 to December 7, 2008

One of a Kind Christmas Show

The One of a Kind Show Christmas Show is a shopping experience like no other....read more

From tasty flavours to stylish home décor, from cutting edge jewelry to huggable monsters, your choices are endless at this year’s One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale.

Location: Direct Energy Centre -- Exhibition Place

www.oneofakindshow.com