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Winter Events and Holidays (Dec/Jan/Feb)

Read about annual events and holidays that take place every winter in Toronto. December, January and February events are included.
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New Year's Eve in Toronto
Ringing in the New Year in Toronto can mean club nights, comedy shows, family events, outdoor countdowns, parties with friends or a quiet night in your living room, depending on your style.
New Year's Eve Performances
Would you like to go out for New Year's Eve but aren't excited by the idea of club parties? Try taking in a show! There are several special performances around the city every New Year's Eve.
New Year's Eve Events for Families
Looking for new year's fun you can have together as a family? There are kid-friendly options on December 31st both inside Toronto and around the Greater Toronto Area.
Visit the Trail of Lights at Downsview Park
Downsview Park is lit up for the holiday season with LED displays lining a 2 kilometre walking trail. See some photos of the 2008 display and find out how to see the whole thing for yourself.
Christmas in Toronto
Celebrate the holiday season in Toronto with lighting displays, parades and other family events, all while you prepare for festive fun at home.
Want a Real Christmas Tree This Year?
If you'd like a real Christmas tree this year, you can visit one of the tree farms near Toronto and make a day of cutting your own, or visit a tree lot within the city. Learn how to choose and care for your tree before you start shopping for your own little festive forest.
December Events
Enjoy the Zoo's Christmas Treats Walk, the Motorcycle Show, and plenty of New Year's Eve events this December.
January Events
New Year's Day Polar Bear Swims kick off a month that includes the Next Stage Theatre Festival, bridal shows, Winterlicious, and the Boat Show.
February Events
Keep Toronto Reading, Family Day and of course Valentine's Day keep February interesting.
Things to Do in Toronto on New Years Day
Looking for something to do on the first holiday of the year? New Year's Day in Toronto may see many businesses and services close, but there are still a lot of great ways to spend your day on January 1st.
Polar Bear Clubs in Toronto
Polar Bear swims are a New Year's Day tradition that see crowds of charity-supporting people fling themselves into the coldest body of water around. Here in the Toronto area, that means a dip in Lake Ontario.
What is Family Day?
Learn what to expect on Family Day, Ontario's newest statutory holiday. What's open, what's closed, what's on... and just what exactly Family Day is.
Keep Toronto Reading - Celebrate Books and Community Every February
Every February the Toronto Public Library hosts an array of events across the city to celebrate and encourage reading. Find out what sort of events to expect and how to get involved.
Family Literacy Day in Toronto
January 27th is Family Literacy Day in Canada. Find out what's happening in Toronto, and what you can do to celebrate reading and playing together as a family.
How to Make Reservations for Winterlicious
Winterlicious is an annual event offering prix fixe menus at a number of Toronto's fine dining restaurants. Find out how and when to make your reservations.
The WinterCity Festival
A 14-day festival of free, discounted or decadent eats and entertainment in the midst of Toronto's winter months.
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