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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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December 7, 2008 to December 7, 2008
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
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November 28, 2008 to December 31, 2008
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
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 3, 2008 to January 11, 2009
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
December 6, 2008 to December 28, 2008
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
November 29, 2008 to December 31, 2008
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/
October 25, 2008 to March 22, 2009
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 27, 2008 to December 7, 2008
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
InterContinental Toronto Centre 225 Front St. W., Toronto ON www.ictc.ca Downtown
From $209.00 superior room, 229.00 deluxe room (based on double occupancy)
Marriott Toronto Downtown Eaton Centre 525 Bay St., Toronto ON www.marriotteatoncentre.com Downtown
From 239.00 to $269.00
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel 123 Queen St. W., Toronto ON www.sheraton.com/centretoronto Downtown
From $229.00
Hotel Toronto Airport 135 Carlingview Dr. Toronto ON www.hoteltorontoairport.com Airport Area
From $125.00
Pantages Hotel Toronto Centre 200 Victoria St., Toronto ON www.pantageshotel.com Downtown
From $239.00
Strathcona Hotel, The 60 York St., Toronto ON www.thestrathconahotel.com Downtown
From $450.00
Hotel Le Germain 30 Mercer St., Toronto ON www.hotelboutique.com Downtown
From $440.00 for 2 people
Hilton Suites Toronto/Markham Conference Centre & Spa 8500 Warden Ave., Markham ON www.torontomarkham.hilton.com York Region
From $295.00
Hilton Toronto Airport 5875 Airport Rd., Mississauga ON www.toronto-apt.hilton.com Airport Area
From $149.00
Second City, The 51 Mercer St., Toronto ON www.secondcity.com Downtown
From $48.00
Renaissance Toronto Hotel Downtown 1 Blue Jays Way, Toronto ON www.renaissancetorontodowntown.com Downtown
From 243.00 - $321.00
Toronto Marriott Bloor Yorkville 90 Bloor St. E., Toronto ON www.marriottbloor.com Downtown
From $219.00
From $165.00
Gladstone Hotel 1214 Queen Street West Toronto ON www.gladstonehotel.com Downtown
From $195.00
Drake Hotel 1150 Queen Street West Toronto ON www.thedrakehotel.ca Downtown
From $399.00
Metropolitan Hotel, Toronto 108 Chestnut St., Toronto ON www.metropolitan.com Downtown
From $185.00
Old Mill Inn & Spa, The 21 Old Mill Rd., Toronto ON www.oldmilltoronto.com West Toronto
From $170.00 per person/per night based on double occupancy
Radisson Hotel Toronto East 55 Hallcrown Pl., Toronto ON www.radisson.com/torontoca_east East Toronto
From $145.00 per night
Hilton Garden Inn Mississauga 100 Traders Blvd., Mississauga ON www.torontomississauga.gardeninn.com Mississauga
Holiday Inn Toronto Midtown 280 Bloor St. W., Toronto ON www.holiday-inn.com/torontomidtown Downtown
From $169.99
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