Toronto is home to an abundance of events, activities and festivals and in winter it’s no different. Wrap up warm and enjoy the great outdoors, then sit back and relax with a warming drink and take in the wonderful winter atmosphere. Toronto makes a perfect winter city break, so here are just some of the things you can do in Toronto at winter.
Toronto Light Festival
Toronto’s Distillery District is going to brighten up the winter weather between January and March. The Toronto Light Festival is a visual journey and imaginative adventure that will exhibit the creativity of local and international artists. Set within the largest collection of Victorian industrial buildings in North America, you’ll discover magical light sculptures, interactive installations… and some warm mulled wine!
PATH Winter Shopping
Originally created for the financiers of Toronto to get from one building to another without having to bundle up for winter’s bite, the PATH system is now an underground shopping and food Mecca. PATH is the largest underground shopping complex in the world and a true shoppers delight with over 1200 shops and services. The system is so big it has its own map to navigate it, so make sure you leave plenty of time to explore it.
Nathan Phillips Square Icerink
Set in the unique urban backdrop of magnificent sparkling lights and a large Christmas tree, the Nathan Phillips Square icerink has been a quintessential Toronto experience for generations. Grab your skates, take to the ice and make magical memories with your loved ones that you will cherish for years to come.
Torrance Barrens Dark Sky Preserve
Torrance Barrens Dark Sky Preserve is a little-known but unique conservation reserve found in the heart of the Muskoka area in Ontario, less than a 2 hour drive from Toronto. The remarkable absence of light pollution paired with the natural winter darkness at night makes for incredible viewing of the Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights.
The Bloor-Yorkville Icefest
The Bloor-Yorkville Icefest takes place every year. Toronto’s premier cultural district will be transformed into a showcase of incredible ice sculptures and live ice carving demonstrations for locals and visitors to enjoy. Visit and you’ll find 20,000 lbs of crystal clear ice sculpted into amazing creations of all shapes and sizes. Make sure you sample a Canadian delicacy, Maple Syrup Taffy.
With so much to see and do, Toronto is a perfect winter break. If this blog has inspired you to visit, you can see some of our amazing Toronto holidays here.
