December is full of festive events, but not everything is all holly and jingle bells. Don't forget about the motorcycle show, and celebration of anime and more that will take place this December in Toronto.
See also:
Theatre and Dance - What's Onstage | Spectator Sports Calendar | Green Toronto Calendar
November 22 - December 31
Christmas Remembered
Visit Black Creek Pioneer Village during the holidays to experience Victorian-style Christmas cheer. There's special programming each weekend during Christmas Remembered (Black Creek is closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day).
November 27 - December 7
One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale
Visit the Direct Energy Centre to browse a huge selection of unique gift and decorating ideas created by Canadian artists and craftspeople.
• See other Christmas Craft Shows in Toronto
November 29 - December 31
Toronto's Cavalcade of Lights
Enjoy fireworks and lightening displays at neighbourhoods throughout the city.
October 27 - December 13
Toronto Public Health Influenza Vaccination Clinics
Get your free flu shot at one of the many clinics set up throughout the city. Several more clinics are also scheduled January 5-8.
December 4
SpeakEasy Annual Holiday Sale
At the Gladstone Hotel.
• See other Christmas Craft Shows in Toronto
December 6
Lakeshore Santa Claus Parade
Santa visits South Etobicoke (Mimico, New Toronto & Long Branch) in a parade that begins at Dwight Avenue at 10am and heads west along Lakeshore, nearly to Browns Line.
December 6
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
A day to remember the 1989 gender-based killings in Montreal, and to rally against further violence. See:
• The YWCA Rose Campaign
• The December 6 Fund (YWCA loan program for women escaping violence)
• The White Ribbon Campaign (Men against violence against women)
December 6, 13 & 20
Christmas by Lamplight
For three evenings Black Creek Pioneer Village will be lit by oil lamps, candles and gas lighting as they offer up Victorian Christmas treats, caroling, storytelling and lessons on how to make old-fashioned Christmas directions. You can also opt for a ticket package that includes a traditional Christmas dinner.
December 7, 14 & 21
Christmas Dinner at Black Creek Pioneer Village
With seatings at noon, 2:30pm and 5pm, Black Creek Pioneer Village is holding this series of Sunday afternoon meals as part of their extensive Christmas programming.
December 10
International Human Rights Day
Amnesty International's Toronto Office will be having an open house, and you can of course participate in Amnesty International Canada's annual "Write for Rights" letter writeathon.
December 12 - December 14
Toronto Motorcycle Show
See new models and vintage bikes, improve your skills, see a precision riding stunt show and more, all in the Metro Toronto Convention Centre South Building.
December 14
Toronto AnimeCON
Special guest Brad Swaile will be on hand (voices, Death Note, Gundam).
December 26
The Toronto Zoo's 33rd Annual Christmas Treats Walk
Enjoy half-price admission to the zoo while many of the animals enjoy Christmas treats. The official walk begins at 10am an will take you to see some of the animals receiving their seasonal treats and ends with a seasonal treat for you, free hot chocolate. Even if you miss the official walk, there will be half-price admission to the zoo all day (but please bring a non-perishable food item for the food bank).
• Learn more about visiting the Toronto Zoo
December 31
Toronto Zoo's 6th Annual New Year's Eve Family Countdown
Party with animals and enjoy family entertainment at the Toronto Zoo on New Year's Eve. With the doors opening at 5:30pm, the fun runs from 6pm to 9pm and wraps up with a Kids' Countdown. The New Year's Eve Family Countdown is a separately ticketed outdoor event with limited space, and you can order tickets online in advance.
• Learn more about visiting the Toronto Zoo
December 31
CityTV's New Years Bash
At Nathan Phillips Square
December 31
More Options for New Year's Eve
There are events for families, comedy shows and other performances to choose from. Have a look at the Guide to New Year's Eve in Toronto.
Other Events to Watch for in December 2008:
The following events have taken place during December in the past, but have yet to announce their 2008 dates.
