Fashionistas will be pleased to know that Fashion Week is a few days away, showcasing the latest collections from designers that are making Toronto’s fashion scene fresh and exciting. In addition to Fashion Art Toronto’s anticipated runway shows, there are a handful of arts-focused events happening in the city this week. Our Best Bets feature dance performances, theatre stagings, and an immersive photography exhibition.
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Linda Rotua Sormin: Uncertain Ground: Artist Talk and Reception
To commemorate the opening of this landmark exhibition, the Gardiner Museum will host an insightful conversation with Linda Rotua Sormin. The artist will sit down with Chief Curator & Deputy Director Sequoia Miller to discuss the bold ideas behind her ceramic installations. Sormin is currently one of the most exciting voices in sculpture, and this the chance to dive deeper into her artistic practice. There will be a reception after the talk, where you’ll get to meet her and experience her exhibit up close, getting to see a culmination of over 20 years of sculptural designs. More info.
When: November 6
Where: Gardiner Museum
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Art Attack!
Buddies in Bad Times’ annual action and fundraising party is back, showcasing the works of over 50 Canadian visual artists. Scoop up your next art piece and enjoy an unforgettable night of surprises and laughter at one of the longest running queer theatres in the world. The silent auction also includes curated experience packages from local businesses that you will want to bid on. In addition, you can explore the legendary Art Attack! Tuck Shop, selling art multiples and originals that are all under $100. More info.
When: November 6
Where: Buddies in Bad Times
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Curious Minds Festival
Discover the ideas that are shaping our world with the Curious Minds Festival, an event that spotlights the most pressing matters of today. Hear from leading thinkers and changemakers, watch screenings from compelling films like Still Single and The Balloonists, as well as engage in an interactive astrology reading with activist Chani Nicholas. If you are interested in being part of the conversation and building community with like-minded individuals, this festival is for you. More info.
When: November 6-9
Where: Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
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Dissonant Species
It isn’t always easy to share dinner tables or work alongside people with fundamentally different beliefs and values. Although conflict is inevitable, Dissonant Species looks at the symphony of human discord that surrounds us. This Theatre Gargantua production blends storytelling, live music, and physical theatre, offering an instigating look at social divide and how we can live in harmony with one another despite our differences. More info.
When: November 6-23
Where: Factory Theatre
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Collective Visions: Celebrating 25 Years of Photography
In 1984, the AGO relied on loans and the support of local collectors to host its first major photography exhibition. Since then, the art gallery has built a rich collection of artworks, many of which will be displayed at Collective Visions. This exhibition is shaped by more than 80 artists, collectors, donors and curators, inviting attendees to participate in a collaborative game. Each participant will select a photograph based on their previous choice, unveiling an unexpected web of relationships, sensibilities, and perspectives, proving the impact of photography in Toronto’s cultural landscape. More info.
When: November 7
Where: Art Gallery of Ontario
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The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
Find the best of local food and animal entertainment at The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. This event features both an agricultural market and an equestrian competition, allowing for Canadian and international breeders, growers and exhibitors to get together — all under one roof. Shop from local farmers, sample award-winning snacks, and watch engaging horse shows with friends and family. More info.
When: November 7
Where: Exhibition Place
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Process + Practice Double Bill 2025
Catch two exhilarating dance performances at this double bill, one exploring personal growth and the other inspecting female rage. The show will start off with Ostinaty, a thought-provoking piece by Boys’ Club Tap Dance Collective that uses tap dance and jazz to investigate how patterns shape our identity, challenge our growth, and influence how we move through the world. After Ostinaty, audiences will get to see Kiera Breaugh’s new dance piece, Veiled Venom, a poetic exploration of misunderstood power through spoken word and contemporary movement. Stick around after the curtains close for a reception on opening night and a Q&A the following day. More info.
When: November 7-8
Where: Assembly Hall
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Apple Pie Contest & Fundraiser
Trinity Bellwoods BIA is hosting an Apple Pie Contest that is open to all. Whether you are a professional baker or someone with a secret recipe to a delicious apple pie, there is room for everyone to compete for a noble cause. For those wanting to join in on the fun and taste the pies running for the grand prize, each slice will cost $5, with proceeds going to St. Stephen’s Community House. More info.
When: November 8
Where: Collective Arts
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Fashion Art Toronto
It’s almost time to dress to impress, and get to witness the latest collections from seasoned designers at Fashion Art Toronto. This November, FAT will return under the theme RE:FORM, where designers will present their works at spaces in transition, from converted churches to defunct warehouses, bringing art and fashion to places you would least expect. Fashion Week opens in Scarborough, highlighting a community that is often overlooked by the downtown fashion circuit. Check out brand new lines from House of Hendo and Suburban Deviant, as well as meet 40+ designers and roam through an immersive exhibit at FAT’s main venue, T3 Bayside. More info.
When: November 10-16
Where: Multiple Venues
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