Things to do in Toronto this week include catching up on some of the city's favourite festive events like the Cavalcade of Lights at City Hall or visiting the Distillery District Winter Village before the holidays hit.
While most of the city is prepared to shut down on Dec. 25, there are still a number of fun events you can check out this week, including a comedy show on Christmas Day, a breathtaking museum exhibit and one of the city's favourite electric music festivals.
To view the full listings or find out even more things to do in Toronto this week, be sure to check out our events page.
Here are our picks for things to do in Toronto this week.
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Top Picks
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December 25Spend Christmas day unwrapping the gift of laughter at the second annual instalment of this festive comedy extravaganza.Backroom Comedy Club
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December 26 - January 5This annual event kicks off this week with live performances, special exhibitions and activities that are fun doe everyone.Royal Ontario Museum
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December 27-29The Aga Khan museum is lighting up all weekend long as works from a selection of OCADU grads and students are projected on its facade.Aga Khan Museum Park
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Comedy
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December 26Let out a good-old-fashioned "ho ho ho" at this hilarious comedy show.
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December 26Hanukkah is here, so celebrate with this comedy show full of local comics that are " hotter than fresh latkes."
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December 26Save yourself from the mall crowds on Boxing Day and instead opt to laugh along with legendary local comics.Yuk Yuks Comedy Club
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Music
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December 25While most bars in the city are closed Christmas Day, this one will be open with live music performances from some local legends.
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December 26Shake off your holiday stress with this lively house music set and dance party overflowing with lively beats.
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December 26Take a trip back to a simpler time with this all-vinyl dance party with the legendary DJ Starting From Scratch.
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December 27The Dreamboats are playing nothing but covers of 50s and 60s hits all night long at this epic live music night.
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Ongoing events
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November 13 - December 31It's not too late to visit the highlight of Toronto's festive season for a little extra holiday cheer.Distillery District
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November 30 - January 7Check out the charming lights that have taken over Toronto's city hall for a free night of holiday fun.Nathan Phillips Square
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December 12 - January 3Check out Cirque Du Soleil's brand-new holiday stage show before it's too late.Meridian Hall
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December 24Nothing says "Christmas" quite like this magical ballet performance that's an annual favourite.Four Seasons Centre
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