Free or cheap family activities for 2011 holidays - Toronto
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| Dec 2nd - 18th, 2011 | Toronto Christmas Market | Distillery District - Central East | Free | Inspired by the Old World and influenced by the New, this free annual event captures all of the tradition, heritage and charm of a European Christmas Market, while showcasing hundreds of unique and local handcrafted products. Family friendly entertainment,carolers,children's choirs, holiday themed stage presentations, Rudolph's Reindeer Zoo and of course … Santa and his roaming elves! There will be great shopping, specialty beer and mulled wine gardens, sweets and treats, and all the great restaurants of The Distillery Historic District. Come and experience the fun and magic of Toronto's first and only Christmas Market! For more information contact:
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| November 19, 2011 | Nutcracker Fair Christmas Bazaar | St. Martin-in-the-Fields Church | Free | St. Martin-in-the-Fields Church Date: November 19, 2011
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| November 20, 2011 | The Santa Claus Parade | Downtown | Free | Website: www.thesantaclausparade.ca Email: info@thesantaclausparade.ca |
| Nov 26 - Dec 31, 2011 | Cavalcade of Lights | City Hall - Downtown | Free | A spectacular 45 year Toronto tradition, Cavalcade of Lights marks the start of the holiday season with live musical performances, twinkling lights, ice skating, the lighting of Toronto's official Christmas tree and a fantastic fireworks display all at Nathan Phillips Square. Public Transit: Exit Queen or Osgoode subway station. |
| November 26, 2011 | Christmas Bazaar | Central West | Free | Event Time(s): 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Website: www.gistonline.ca/?p=2184&lang=en
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| November 26, 2011 | Santa in The Junction | Central West | Free | Event Time(s): 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Website: www.thejunctionbia.com/WhatsonTopic.aspx?TopicId=15 |
| Nov 26, 27, 2011 | Winter Artfest 2011 | Central West | Free | Event Time(s): 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Website: www.neilsonparkcreativecentre.com Email: office@neilsonparkcreativecentre.com Phone: 416-622-5294 Artists and artisans will be showing and selling their wares. There will be live music, refreshments, kids’ activities, art demos and much more! Great opportunity to find unique, original gift items for the holidays! Location:
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| November 27, 2011 | Holiday Brunch at Casa Loma | Casa Loma - Downtown | $50 - $59 | |
| Nov 9 - Nov 30, 2011 | Window Wonderland | Downtown Yonge | Free | Ryerson Retail Management students pair up with Downtown Yonge business members to create magical holiday window displays on a budget of $100! Public Transit: College, Dundas or Queen Subway Stations (on the Yonge line) |
| Nov 18 - Dec 4, 2011 | Buskertainment | Downtown Yonge | Free | Visit various locations throughout Downtown Yonge and see mimes, illusionists, human statues, stilt walkers, balloon artists and more. Public Transit: College, Dundas or Queen Subway Stations (on the Yonge line) |
| Dec 10 - Dec 18, 2011 | Free Skating During Winterfest Weekends at Harbourfront Centre | Free | Harbourfront - Downtown | TIME: 10am-11pm Website: www.harbourfrontcentre.com Families are invited to enjoy a variety of Skate Culture events on Harbourfront Centre’s Natrel® Rink – including lessons and skating parties with some of Toronto’s top DJs! Located along the scenic shores of Lake Ontario, the Natrel® Rink offers spectacular views of the downtown core, Lake Ontario and the Toronto Islands. Location:
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| Jan 1 - Dec 31 2011 | Eyes on the Skies | Ontario Science Centre - Central East | $10 - $19 | This one-of-a-kind, lively program introduces pre-school children to the night-time sky through singing, connect-the-stars constellations and a journey to the moon. The program was designed especially for our youngest visitors and lasts no longer than 20 minutes to accommodate wandering minds and little feet. All participants receive a certificate of landing on the moon and a follow-up activity guide.
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