19 Things To Do In Toronto This Winter Break And Beyond

In a city like Toronto during the chilly Winter season, there's always something going on, opening a world of opportunity for you to explore during your Winter Break and beyond. So far (this December) since it is clearly not as winter-ey as we'd typically expect, you have no excuse for not going outside and enjoying all the things the city has to offer!

1. Go Ice Skating!

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What: Ice skating in Toronto.

When: From Nov. 28, 2015 to March 20, 2016

Where: Nathan Phillips Square, Lake Devo at Ryerson, and Natrel Rink at Harbourfront Centre

Cost: Varies between no cost to cost of renting skates.

Find more details here.

2. DIY An Ugly Holiday Sweater

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What: Do-It-Yourself Ugly Christmas Sweater!

When: Whenever you're feeling crafty

Where: At home, holiday parties, etc.

Cost: Varies but you can definitely keep it cheap if you want to.

Find inspiration online, or from Ryerson Alumni LAURDIY's video!

3. Dine at Winterlicious

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What: Dine at some of Toronto's finest restaurants for one set cost. Tip: Make reservations soon before it gets all booked!

When: January 29 to February 11

Where: Participating restaurants around Toronto

Cost: Varies. More details here.

4. See the Toronto Symphony Orchestra

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What: The Toronto Symphony Orchestra on-going concert and shows

When: Throughout the Winter Season

Where: Various theatres around Toronto

Cost: Varies by show and seat choice

More information on their website.

5. Host A Holiday Party

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What: Host a holiday party with your friends and family! This is also the perfect time to DIY an ugly holiday sweater (see #3).

When: Anytime in December.

Where: Wherever!

Cost: Depends on how crafty you want to get!

6. Be a Child again at Disney On Ice

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What: Your favourite Disney characters perform on ice! (Not limited to children; open to University students who love Disney too!)

When: December 18 to December 27

Where: The Rogers Centre

Cost: Tickets start at $18

More details here.

7. Get Classy at The Nutcracker

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What: The National Ballet of Canada’s "The Nutcracker" performance!

When: From December 12 to January 3

Where: Various theatres around Toronto

Cost: Starts at $37

Find further information on their website.

8. Hot Chocolate and Holiday Movie Marathon

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What: Treat yourself to a relaxing night with some hot chocolate and a holiday movie marathon after the completion of your exams!

When: After exams (prevents you from procrastinating)

Where: By a fireplace, under a warm blanket.

Cost: No cost! (unless you need to buy hot chocolate)

9. Magical Winterland Nights at Casa Loma

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What: Explore the Magic of Casa Loma in Toronto at night!

When: Wednesday Nights in December (Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30) 5pm – 9pm

Where: Casa Loma

Cost: Adult (ages 18+) cost $27

10. Visit the Royal Ontario Museum

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What: Explore the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) during your free time this Winter break.

When: Find exhibition dates and hours of operations here.

Where: The Royal Ontario Museum (Bloor and Queen's Park)

Cost: Post-secondary students get in for FREE on Tuesdays!

11. Write Holiday Cards

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What: Write holiday cards for your friends, family, or co-workers!

When: Whenever you have some free time.

Where: Probably at a desk.

Cost: DIY for nearly no cost or purchase a set of holiday cards.

12. Check out St. Lawrence Market Holiday Events

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What: Learn how to make delicious foods from holiday cookies to Italian inspired meals!

When: December to February

Where: St. Lawrence Market in Toronto

Cost: Varies on event.

Further details here.

13. Icefest 2016

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What: A showcase of incredible ice sculptures and live ice carving demonstrations.

When: February 20 to February 21, 2016

Where: Bloor Street - Yorkville

Cost: Free!

More details on this season's Icefest coming soon.

14. Learn to Knit!

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What: Learn how to knit starting with a basic scarf! It can make the perfect gift or to keep you warm during the Winter in Toronto.

When: During your break.

Where: As you binge-watch a new TV show series.

Cost: Yarn - Around $3. Knitting needles - Roughly $7.

15. TIFF's Winter Programming

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What: Escape the cold and head to TIFF Bell Lightbox for their lineup of film programmes, workshops and more!

When: All winter. Find specific dates here.

Where: TIFF Bell Lightbox - 350 King St W

Cost: $10.50 - $18.25

16. Treat Yourself at 360 The Restaurant

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What: Taste 360 Restaurant special Holiday Lunch menu!

When: December 1 to December 24

Where: The CN Tower

Cost: Information on pricing and menu here.

17. Bake Holiday Cookies

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What: Bake holiday cookies and get crafty with the decor.

When: During holiday parties, or your break between semesters.

Where: In a kitchen.

Cost: Varies.

Find inspiration here!

18. See Cinderella Live

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What: Watch Cinderella come to life in a theatre performance.

When: December 1, 2015 to January 10, 2016

Where: Ed Mirvish Theatre - 244 Victoria St Toronto

Cost: Starting at $35 per person

Find further information here.

19. Finally, Build A Gingerbread House

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What: Build (then destroy and devour) a gingerbread house!

When: Whenever you'd like.

Where: Somewhere with lots of counter space.

Cost: Roughly $12 +