Remembrance Day, the Santa Claus Parade, the Royal Winter Fair, and the One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale are just a bit of what's happening in Toronto in November 2011.
Tuesday November 1st - Wednesday November 9th, 2011
Holocaust Education Week
The Holocaust Centre of Toronto provides listings of the many events going on during the week, including speakers, film screenings, art exhibits, plus special programming for students and educators.
Wednesday November 2nd - Saturday November 5th, 2011
Regent Park Film Festival
A community film festival with an emphasis on South Asian, African, East Asian, and Caribbean films.
Friday November 4th - Sunday November 6th, 2011
Hobby Show & Great Canadian Game Show
Enjoy two shows under one roof at Downsview Park.
Friday November 4th - Saturday November 12th, 2011
The Rendezvous with Madness Film Festival
Films and panels explore mental illness and addiction at the Workman Theatre, 1001 Queen Street West, and other venues.
Friday November 4th - Sunday November 13th, 2011
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
Visit the Direct Energy Centre in Exhibition Place to take in the agricultural displays, family activities, wine and apple competition and of course the equestrian show.
Saturday November 5th - Friday November 11th, 2011
Veterans' Week
Special events and campaigns lead up to Remembrance Day.
Saturday November 5th - Sunday November 6th, 2011
Harboufront Centre's Day of the Dead Festival
"The Day of the Dead Festival celebrates the traditional Mexican acts of witnessing tradition, history, memory and the spiritual with music and dance, community ofrendas, films and above all the spirit of the Mexican peoples."
Tuesday November 8th - Saturday November 19th, 2011
The Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival
Enjoy numerous features and short films from "contemporary Asian cinema and work from the Asian diaspora" - and don't forget to check out the parties!
Friday November 11th - Sunday November 13th, 2011
The National Women's Show
Head to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre to check out vendors, exhibits and presentations centered around home decorating, fashion, beauty, fitness, careers and more.
Friday November 11th, 2011
Remembrance Day Ceremonies
Honour all those served, including the many who gave their lives.
Friday November 11th - Sunday November 13th, 2011
The BabyTime Show
Parents of babies and toddler or prenatal parents can check out products and services, listen to speakers, and even take their little ones to enjoy kid-friendly entertainment and activities at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
Monday November 14th - Friday November 18th, 2011
Credit Education Week Canada
Register in advance for Tuesday's free kick-off event, buy tickets to Wednesday's gala dinner or just use the online tools to educate yourself on money matters.
Thursday November 17th to Sunday November 20th, 2011
The Gourmet Food and Wine Expo
Visit the Metro Toronto Convention Centre to taste, buy and learn about wine, cheese and other gourmet foods.
Saturday November 19th - Sunday November 20th, 2011
Winter Woofstock
Visit the Direct Energy Centre for an indoor installment of Woofstock, Toronto's celebration of all things dog.
Sunday November 20th, 2011
The Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus returns to the streets of Toronto, bringing a bit of early Christmas cheer with him.
Sunday November 20th, 2011
Toronto ComiCON
Visit the Metro Toronto Convention Centre to check out the many exhibitors and guests.
Thursday November 24th - Sunday December 4th, 2011
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.
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Friday November 25th - Sunday November 27th, 2011
Whole Life Expo
At the Metro Toronto Convention Centre exhibitors and speakers will be focusing on "natural health & green living". In the past zones have included organic foods, healthy pet resources, health services, personal growth, gifts and more.
Saturday November 26th, 201
Cavalcade of Lights at Nathan Phillips Square
Enjoy the official tree-lighting, musical entertainment and a fireworks display.
On hold until next year
Trail of Lights at Downsview Park
Due to construction in Downsview Park, the Trail of Lights will not be set-up for the 2011/12 holiday season.
