No matter what year-end holiday you celebrate, December is upon us, so let’s finish off the year with a party! You’ll find family fun at both indoor and outdoor events throughout the Toronto area this month. There will be plenty of bright lights on wintery trees, sugar-plum fairies, jolly dudes in red hats, yummy food and wobbly first skates of the season. Let it snow with our December Event Guide for Family Fun in Toronto and the GTA!
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Toronto Mendelssohn Choir: “Festival of Carols” | December 2-3
This holiday season, celebrate the many joys of Christmas with your whole family when Toronto Mendelssohn Choir presents “Festival of Carols” for three performances. Held at the majestic Yorkminster Park Baptist Church in midtown Toronto, this concert is filled with treasured carols, rich choral arrangements, and spirited vocal style!
Fleurs de Villes NOĂ‹L | December 3-7
Fleurs de Villes NOĂ‹L is a fresh and festive celebration that is free to the public to enjoy in the upscale Bloor-Yorkville area. Let the spirit of the season evoke cherished memories through this stunning showcase of local talent, including floral mannequins, Saturday flower market and photo-worthy installations.
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Toronto: Holiday Bricktacular | December 4-24
Holiday Bricktacular at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Toronto is making this the most wonderful time of the year when the Centre transforms into a winter wonderland with a LEGO twist.
National Ballet of Canada: The Nutcracker | December 5 -31
National Ballet of Canada’s annual production of “The Nutcracker” is an unforgettable tribute to the imagination, with non-stop dancing, sets and costumes.
Mississauga Festival of Trees | December 5-14
This festival celebrates the joy of the season with seasonal lights, wood art, markets and workshops, located along the lakeshore.
TO Live: “A Charlie Brown Christmas — Live at the Symphony” | December 6-7
Celebrate the timeless magic of one of the most nostalgic stories of the holiday season when TO Live presents “A Charlie Brown Christmas — Live at the Symphony”. This spellbinding production makes its Canadian premiere at Meridian Hall for three performances only!
Toronto Symphony Orchestra: TSO Holiday Pops | December 10-11
Don your festive apparel and spend your holiday season with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra for the beloved Toronto holiday tradition, “TSO Holiday Pops”! No year is complete without celebrating Christmastime with music, so be sure to join the TSO for their annual holiday extravaganza and sing-along that features all of your favourite holiday tunes, and more!
Legislative Assembly of Ontario: Festive Lights at Queen’s Park | December 10-23
Join the Legislative Assembly of Ontario at Festive Lights at Queen’s Park, a free celebration of the holidays showcasing Ontario’s Legislative Building adorned with sparkling lights and festive decorations.
Sankofa Square (FKA Yonge-Dundas Square): Winter Glow | December 11-21
Sankofa Square gets its glow on with Winter Glow, their family-friendly holiday event featuring popular carnival rides, midway games and treats, plus an artisan market by Epilepsy Toronto.
Brampton on Stage: “The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition” | December 17-18
Spend the holiday season with Brampton on Stage when The Rose Brampton welcomes the renowned Canadian dance company Ballet Jörgen with “The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition”. This heartwarming performance is a unique interpretation of the beloved ballet with a patriotic twist!
Toronto Botanical Garden: Winter Blooms Circus at the Garden | December 19-21
Toronto Botanical Garden presents Winter Blooms Circus at the Garden, an immersive winter, high-flying dance, circus and garden experience, complete with aerial silks, straps, trapeze, dance, and acrobatics.
Aga Khan Museum: Light Up The Dark | December 27-29
The stunning exterior of the Aga Khan Museum comes to life with the free Light Up the Dark event, featuring mesmerizing light projections outside and free family activities inside the Museum, plus creative workshops.
Christ
mas Event Guide 2025
We’ve made our list and checked it *thrice*, so check out our Christmas Event Guide in Toronto and the GTA for 2025! It’s filled with festive goodies, including some of the city’s biggest events and lots of surprises too.
Guide to the Best Christmas Light Displays in Toronto and the GTA
What better way to usher in the holiday spirit than with some spectacular light displays across the Greater Toronto Area. Whether indoors or outdoors, by foot or by car, these festivals and shows are bound to instantly get you into a festive mood, especially when there’s carols playing!
Guide to the Best Santa Sightings in Toronto and the GTA
Santa Claus is coming to town! The Family Fun Toronto Guide to Santa Sightings in the GTA has arrived with bells on. The man with the bag is back for the Ho-Ho-Holidays so check out all the different ways you can catch up with the jolly fellow.
Guide to the Best Santa Breakfasts in Toronto and the GTA
Combining a holiday visit with Santa with the deliciousness of breakfast foods is the stuff Christmas dreams are made of! Create festive memories with your family, enjoy a delicious breakfast spread and have a jolly good time with Santa.
Guide to the Best Holiday Concerts and Shows in Toronto
A great idea for a special festive treat for you and your family is to take in a concert, play or dance performance over the holidays and school break. Plus, it’s a fantastic excuse to get dressed up and hit the town!
Guide to the Best Christmas Markets and Craft Shows in Toronto and the GTA
Instead of going to the big and busy mall, you can get your shopping done in style and support local artists at the same time! Embrace the movement to shop local with our Guide to Christmas Markets and Craft Shows in Toronto and the GTA.
Guide to the Best Cheap & Free Christmas Events in Toronto and the GTA
Christmas can get expensive and we all want to give our families a memorable holiday season, including spending time together at festive events around town. So, consider us your special frugal elf as we present our gift to you: our Guide to the Best Cheap and Free Christmas Events in Toronto and the GTA.
But Wait… There’s More!
Want even more ideas for Family-Friendly Events in Toronto This Weekend? For a complete listing of all the best events around Toronto, click on our Events Calendar. In addition, stay tuned to all the best local family events through both our Facebook and Instagram pages. Plus, we’re now on TikTok!
Did you know you can submit your family-friendly event to us? Fill out the form with your event details, as well as a photo, and we’ll do our best to get your event added to our events calendar.
