Whether you are a fan of comics or eagerly awaiting the release of the Peaky Blinders film, our Toronto Best Bets for this week will surely bring you joy. Toronto Comicon returns this weekend with programming made for pop culture adepts to mix and mingle, all the while The Garrison will transform into a gritty pub reminiscent of the Netflix franchise. For these, and other cultural events, here is a guide filled with options to choose from.
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March Break Activities
With March break upon us, we’ve compiled a list of engaging activities in Toronto that cater to the whole family. Play games at the Retro Arcade pop-up at Hotel X, catch a Pinocchio performance put on by the National Ballet of Canada, and join in on a maple-themed mystery at the Black Creek. More info.
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Spring Equinox
Believe it or not, spring is here and STACKT Market is kicking things off with a week-long festival. Spring Equinox is all about new beginnings, with kid-friendly workshops, wellness sessions, and food experiences that invite attendees to slow down and be mindful of the new season ahead. The festival is FREE and it follows a flexible schedule, with people more than welcome to drop in. Spring Equinox will host a Shamrock Social tonight for St. Patrick’s Day, so make sure to catch Irish tunes performed live and savour pub-style drinks. More info.
When: March 17-22
Where: STACKT Market
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‘Project Hail Mary’ Light Show
Ryan Gosling’s latest film, Project Hail Mary, premieres this Friday and Toronto will commemorate the occasion with a light show happening in the evening. City folks can check it out at East Toronto Harbour, starting 9 p.m. Project Hail Mary follows a science teacher, Ryland Grace, who wakes up inside a spaceship without any recollection of who he is. As he slowly begins to remember why he ended up there in the first place, Ryland is also driven to solve a mystery behind a substance that is causing the sun to die out.
When: March 19
Where: Lake Ontario
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For the Love of Movies
TVO will share a sneak peek of their new docuseries, featuring archival footage from Saturday Night at the Movies, the Canadian legacy show hosted by Elwy Yost. Catch a FREE screening at Hot Docs, followed by a Q&A session with one of the series’ creators and an unannounced special guest. For the Love of Movies will draw from inside the vault of Canada’s rich film history, with some never-before-seen interviews with the likes of Catherine O’Hara and Edith Head. More info.
When: March 19
Where: Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
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‘Peaky Blinders’ Pop-up
If you have ever wondered what it would be like to step into the world of Thomas Shelby, this is your chance to do so without crossing the pond. The Garrison will host a Peaky Blinders pop-up inspired by the latest film of the Netflix franchise, featuring themed cocktails, temporary tattoos, and photo ops. Entry is on a first come, first-served basis, so make sure to stop by before or after watching Cillian Murphy’s return to playing the iconic character.
When: March 20-22
Where: The Garrison
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Toronto Comicon
Fans of comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and cosplay can prepare themselves for three days of attractions, events, and celebrity panels at the Toronto Comicon. This yearly gathering brings people closer to their pop culture obsessions, with the opportunity to get autographs and pictures with artists and costumed characters, as well as treat themselves to a gift from the huge floor shopping experience. A few esteemed guests joining Toronto Comicon this time around are Mara Wilson, Lucie Pohl, and Cary Elwes. More info.
When: March 20-22
Where: Metro Convention Centre
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What You Won’t Do For Love
Internationally-renowned environmentalists Dr. David Suzuki and Dr. Tara Cullis take the stage in a show based on their 50-year marriage and working relationship. This intimate live experience explores human connection and how love has the capacity to inspire meaningful action. With powerful insights and captivating stories, What You Won’t Do For Love is a poetic and playful performance that addresses our shared responsibility in building a more sustainable future for our planet. More info.
When: March 20-21
Where: Harbourfront Centre
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Girlhood Collage
Who said you need to be a talented artist to give painting a try? In this collage night hosted by Good Girls Making Bad Art, you’ll get creative and bond with other girls eager to try new things. Meet new people and enjoy a space where you can make collages without the need for perfection. All supplies and snacks will be provided, so all you have to do is secure a ticket and come prepared to create messy-but-meaningful art with a session led by therapeutic arts practitioner Stephanie Chinn. More info.
When: March 21
Where: 2237 Dundas St W
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White Girls in Moccasins by Yolanda Bonnell
This theatrical experience by Yolanda Bonnell follows Miskozi on a journey to uncovering herself and her culture, accompanied by her inner white girl, Waabishkizi, and guided by Ziibi, a manifestation of an ancestral river. This odyssey allows her to learn more about her ancestors and the trials they faced having to keep their culture hidden during colonization. Through a humorous approach, White Girls in Moccasins sees Miskozi reclaiming her identity in a society steeped in white supremacy. More info.
When: Starting on March 22
Where: Aki Studio
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