Top Rated Concerts and Shows in Ontario

"A must see for all film buffs, the TIFF Bell Lightbox is the official home of the Toronto International Film Festival. Inside you’ll find a museum which celebrates all things film and if you really want to geek out be sure to check out the film archives which houses the worlds largest collection of film resources. Sometimes the touring exhibitions are free so check the website before visiting."

"The TIFF Bell Lightbox is a cultural centre and also the headquarters of the much-awaited Toronto International Film Festival. Your nightlife in Toronto gets too glam if you happen to time it right, when the festival is on!. However, when around the year TIFF Bell Lightbox is where film lovers, makers and event planners meet."

"The Princess of Wales Theatre is the newest addition to the Mirvish family of theatres in Toronto’s entertainment district. It is a 2000-seat playhouse located only a block away from the historic Royal Alexandra Theatre. The theatre is the first privately owned Canadian theatre to open since 1907."

"Watching a show at the Princess of Wales Theatre is one of the cool things to do in Toronto at night. Photo: Tourism Toronto. Toronto’s theatre district packs in the night owls and matinee lovers."

"Massey Hall is one of the oldest concert halls in Toronto, opened in 1894. Architect Sidney R Badgley designed the theatre with a Neoclassical facade and interiors that feature Moorish elements, such as scalloped ceiling hangings with intricate trims and ogee balcony arches. Originally, the auditorium was constructed to seat 3,500 people but, after renovations in the 1940s, the capacity was reduced to 2,765."

"The Massey Hall in Toronto is the venue where one can enjoy a variety of art forms, from classical music to jazz to international dance troupes. Gifted to the city by the Massey family, this architectural beauty was designed by Sidney Badgley at a cost of $152,390.75. A host to more than 100 events annually, the Hall can seat up to 2,765 people in two balconies and a ground floor."

"Massey Hall is a beautiful performing arts theatre located in downtown Toronto that was designed by architect Sidney Badgley. It was a gift from the Massey family to the City of Toronto in 1894. The list of prominent artists and public figures that have graced its stage with their presence is vast."

"The Royal Alexandra Theatre—or the Royal Alex, as it’s known—is a pretty spiffy affair. The newly restored 1907 Beaux-Arts triumph is, in fact, North America’s first properly royal theater. It gained its title thanks..."

"an apt Celine-inspired tagline for this super quirky queer gem!. Buddies is a queer theatre space by day and on weekends transforms into one of Toronto's best gay nightclubs. And greatly needed, we might add!"

"Industrial Design, Free Wi-Fi And Bike Rentals Add To The Super Toronto Location Within Steps Of Kensington Market And The Light Rail At The Hotel Ocho. Built In 1902, The Four-Story, 12-Room Hotel Ocho Mixes Old World Allure With Modern Touches Including Free Wi-Fi, Flat-Panel Tvs, Industrial-Style Decor And Works From Local Artists. Non-Smoking Rooms Are Available."

"Rooms at Hotel Ocho are stylishly decorated with exposed brick walls and industrial-style furnishings. There’s a bar and restaurant on-site, as well as a bicycle hire to help you explore the city with ease. The CN Tower is just a mile away, and other top attractions are within easy walking (or cycling) distance."

"The Toronto Eaton Centre has a store to suit every taste|© Valentino Visentini / Alamy Stock Photo. A mall wouldn’t normally appear on a Culture Trip list of must-visit attractions, but the Eaton Centre isn’t your average mall. Attracting around 50 million visitors each year, this Toronto institution is the busiest mall in the whole of North America – even busier than Minnesota’s gargantuan Mall of America."

"Here you’ll find the Eaton Centre, the city’s largest mall and plenty of restaurants. Across from the Eaton Centre there are some restaurants a few storey’s up where you can grab a place on the patio and overlook all of the action in the square."

"Travel several km west of Toronto for the spacious Sherway Gardens mall in Etobicoke. Open since 1971, this mall has expanded every decade to include 1,182,000 square feet of retail, with a recent slant to more luxury brand and fashion-conscious items. The mall somehow seems much smaller than it is, with low hanging ceilings and a figure-8 layout."

"With more than 1-million square feet, Sherway Gardens mall, located in Etobicoke, has 215 stores. It’s the eighth largest mall in Toronto. Through the years, it has changed from a mix of retail stores to become a centre for high fashion and luxury."

"Founded in 2002 by Bay St. lawyers Shawn Hewson and Ruth Promislow, Bustle Clothing is a leading Canadian sportswear label, known for its cheeky twist on menswear classics. Shop their new unisex collaboration – Playboy X Bustle. The collection includes: heritage classics, collegiate prep, streetwear, vintage-inspired T-shirts and accessories."

"This is one of our all-time favourite spots to hang in the city. Not only is there plenty of room for kids and pets to run around, but you can also enjoy great eats and drinks at their three patios. Depending on your mood you can either grab food from the various vendors on-site or enjoy a sit-down experience."

"St. Patrick’s Church began as a mission from St. Michael’s, but it was given its own parish boundaries in 1861. The church was built in 1867 and was also designed by architect Arthur W. Holmes in the Romanesque Revival style. It is located in Toronto’s Chinatown and is known as the city’s fifth oldest Roman Catholic parish."

"St. Patrick’s Catholic Church started as a mission of St. Michael’s, but in 1861 it was granted its own parish boundaries. Since preaching a mission at St. Michael’s in 1880, the Redemptorists were asked to take over St. Patrick’s. This was done in 1881."