Things to do This November in Ontario!
November is here and oh my did the year go by fast! The most wonderful time of the year is upon us and many of the festivities begin this month. November is all about getting ready for the winter season, preparing for the holiday, and enjoying all the fun activities Ontario has to offer.
Here are some activities for you to check out this month!
Holiday and Winter Celebrations
Miracle Toronto
When: November 18th to December 31st
Where: 875 Bloor Street West
Toronto’s iconic Miracle pop-up bar is making a comeback this year! This festive cocktail bar offers fun holiday decor, Christmas music, and amazing holiday-themed drinks.
Distillery District Winter Village Tree Lighting Ceremony
When: November 17th at 6 PM
Where: The Distillery Historic District
The breathtaking 50-foot-tall White Spruce tree will come alive with twinkling bright lights. The celebration will be paired with carolers, special guests, and Santa Claus.
Twinkle After Dark
When: November 24th – December 24th
Where: Country Heritage Park, 8560 Tremaine Rd, Milton
The creators of the popular illuminated trail Pumpkins After Dark are opening a magical holiday experience this year called Twinkle After Dark.
Tens of thousands of lights will illuminate this sprawling walk-through experience in a picturesque country setting just outside of Toronto.
You’ll get to wander through an enchanting immersive world featuring historic buildings, holiday projections, costumed actors, festive music, and even a main street.
Toronto Art Crawl Christmas Market
When: November 5th, 11 AM to 6 PM
Where: The Bentway, 250 Fort York Blvd
Want a head start on your holiday shopping? You can shop directly from the hands of 120+ amazingly talented Toronto artists and artisans this month at a market under the Gardiner Expressway.
The market also features food vendors and DJ Kid Artik! So bring your dancing shoes, you’ll be dancing while shopping.
Canada’s Wonderland WinterFest
When: November 18th – December 31st (selected nights)
Where: Canada’s Wonderland
The season of holiday cheer is about to begin at Canada’s Wonderland for its annual WinterFest, a celebration of everything magical about this time of year. Get ready to lace up your skates, wander along a starlit trail, and feel festive AF.
The park is transforming into a cheerful holiday dream world with ice skating on Snow Flake Lake, live entertainment, carolers, a nightly tree-lighting ceremony, an artisan market, festive food offerings, and, of course, millions of twinkling lights.
Jingle Bell Rock @ Bingemans
When: November 12th @ 5 PM – 9 PM
Where: 425 Bingemans Centre Drive, Kitchener
Experience the magic and delight of Jingle Bell Rock. Wander through outdoor displays of dazzling light features surrounding a 40 foot dancing tree illumination, sequenced to contemporary holiday music. Take in spectacular walking tunnels, sparkling lighting decorations and immerse yourself in the beauty of the season. Relax at the open fire pits with some s’mores, decorate cookies in Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen or listen to live entertainment on featured nights
A Vintage Christmas – Christmas Lights Experience
When: November 17th @ 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Where: 330 Farmers Market Road, Waterloo
Visit A Vintage Christmas – Christmas Lights Experience | Waterloo Central Railway (fareharbor.com) for schedules, more information and to purchase your ticket! Santa has just let us know that he will be able to spare some time for us during his busiest season to take you back in time to visit Christmas pasts. The Waterloo Central Railway is truly proud to present: A Vintage Christmas – Christmas Lights Adventure!
Brant Hills School Bazar
When: November 19th @ 10 AM – 3 PM
Where: 2330 Duncaster Drive, Burlington
Our popular School Bazaar is back. Come join us for some fun, food and shop over 50 vendors. Featuring our kidzone with crafts and fun activities, Silent Auction, Bake sale and more. This is sure to be your one stop shop this season.
Holiday Paint Party with Mrs. Clause @ Pottery N Paint Cafe
When: November 19th @ 3:30 PM – 5 PM
Where: 3513 Wyecroft Road, Unit H1, Oakville
Christmas is right around the corner and Mrs. Claus will be joining us to meet with the children, tell some stories, take some fun pictures! Each child will also get to paint their very own Santa Plate to put out Christmas Eve with Cookies for Santa! Mrs. Claus will be joining us for 2 dates only and attendance will be limited so register early for these sure to sell out events!
Christmas in Paris
When: November 4 – 6, 2022
Where: Paris Fairgrounds, 139 Silver Street, Paris
Christmas in Paris represents the finest in warm hospitality and unique holiday shopping. You will find a fabulous assortment of one-of-a-kind treasures that are hand-made by local talented artisans.
Santa Claus Parades
Hamilton – November 19th, 6 PM – 8 PM
Milton – November 26th, 1:30 PM – 3 PM @ Mains Street West and Whitmer St, Milton
West Lincoln – November 26th, 5 PM – 8 PM @ 177 West St, Smithville
Flamborough – November 26th, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM @ Hamilton Street at Rockhaven Lane, Waterdown
Toronto – November 26th TBD
Brampton – November 19th, 5 PM – 8 PM @ 7 Queen St W, Brampton
Arts, Culture, Music & Entertainment
The Toronto Pancakes and Booze Art Show
When: November 25th @ 8 PM
Where: Revival Event Venue, 783 College St
Art, booze, and unlimited pancakes. Need we say more? An international pop-up art event is coming to Toronto this November, featuring over 75 local artists, 300 pieces of artwork, and most importantly, all-you-can-eat flapjacks.
Local DJs and musical performers will provide the live soundtrack as you make your way through the exhibit and discover some of Canada’s finest emerging artists. All while you sip boozy beverages and stuff your face with flapjacks, of course.
Mean Girls: The Musical
When: Until November 27th
Where: Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King Street West
This is SO Fetch! Tina Fey’s Broadway hit Mean Girls has hit the stage in Toronto.
According to Mirvish Productions, Mean Girls is a hilarious hit musical from an award-winning creative team. And as they say, “It’s not a regular musical. It’s a cool musical.”
Born Pink
When: November 5th @ 8 PM – 10:30 PM
Where: Bridgeworks, 200 Caroline Street North, Hamilton
BLACKPINK recently made history with the biggest release by a female group or solo artist this decade for their single “Pink Venom” from their forthcoming album BORN PINK
Hamilton Film Festival
When: November 5th – 14th
Where: Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre, 357 Wilson St E, Ancaster
Laughs On Tap
When: Sunday, November 6 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Shawn & Ed Brewing Co. 65 Hatt Street, Hamilton
Get ready for LAUGHS ON TAP as Jokes On Hamilton presents a COMEDY SHOWCASE of some of the best comedic talent from across Southern Ontario, featured on CBC, Just For Laughs, and more.
Soupfest @ Ancaster!
When: Friday, November 4, 2022 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: RE/MAX Escarpment Ancaster Office, 109 Portia Drive, Hamilton
Enjoy the Ancaster Agent Soup Fest to support a great cause! Details
Drawing at the Museum
When: September 23 – December 2, 2022
Where: Dundas Museum & Archives, 139 Park Street West, Dundas
Bring the past into the present by exploring the fascinating collection of historic artifacts at Dundas Museum and Archives. Curious, beautiful and often poignant objects, elegant ladies’ clothing, military uniforms, toys, exuberantly decorated china and silverware, crystal, hand tools and more will provide true inspiration for your drawings. Some drawing experience is recommended.
What will you be up to this November?
Sources:
2022 Christmas Events in Niagara, Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville and Milton.
25 of the very best things to do in & around Toronto this November
https://www.todocanada.ca/things-weekend-hamilton/