Give Experiences This Year with our Gift Guide for Toronto and the GTA!

Times have changed, and so has gift-giving! Between tight budgets and postal strikes, shoppers are less likely to buy expensive things that will soon become just another piece of clutter. Plus, many of us are also putting more thought and effort into our holiday purchases. Instead this year, families can enjoy spending time together at a special event or giving yearly membership to venues and events around the province. Build lasting memories with your loved ones by sharing gift experiences with our Gift Guide for Toronto and the GTA!

Brimacombe 2025/2026 Season

Hit the slopes with the whole family this year with gift experiences at Brimacombe! With a Full-Season Membership at Brimacombe, you get access to unlimited skiing and snowboarding, as well as discounts on lessons, camps and regular special events. There’s so much outdoor fun to be had, so embrace the season!
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“Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!” Presented by Walmart

Looking for a different kind of holiday gift this year for your little kittens? Instead of loading up on more clutter, you can have a family-friendly and paw-sitively cat-tastic theatrical experience together when “Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!” prowls its way to the spectacular Meridian Hall this Spring! Based on the popular preschool series, this fun stage show brings its magical world to life.
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Little Canada

They say that “great things come in small packages”, but this year, make it a *little* bundle of joy with gift options from Little Canada! There are many ways to celebrate the holidays: purchasing a Digital Gift Card, gifting your family and friends exclusive items and experiences, and visiting Little Canada over the festive season and throughout the year.
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Live Nation: Raffi in Concert

Call all your friends on your banana phone and make a splash with your baby belugas, because Raffi is returning to Toronto’s Massey Hall for two shows only! As part of Raffi’s 2026 concert tour, presented by Live Nation, you can sing along to your favourite songs like the iconic “Baby Beluga”, “Down by the Bay”, and more! It would make a perfect holiday gift for all the Raffi fans on your shopping list.
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Young People’s Theatre

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Lessons for Kids in Toronto and the GTA this Winter

Winter’s here so get your kids out into nature to learn skiing or skating! Or, they can hang out in an indoor setting to start up an interesting craft. Pick up some great ideas for thoughtful gifts with our list of Kids Lessons in Toronto and the GTA This Winter!
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Gift Guide for Toronto and the GTA — Featured Events

Brampton on Stage: “The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition”

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!
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Canadian Stage: “Robin Hood: A Very Merry Family Musical”

Gather your family together and pull on your green tights because Canadian Stage returns for the holiday season with a new jolly pantomime show. This family-friendly theatrical is an irresistible mix of song, dance and comedy that you won’t want to miss!
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Soulpepper Theatre Company: “Bad Hats’ NARNIA”

Making its Toronto premiere, Soulpepper Theatre Company presents “Bad Hats’ NARNIA”, a new musical retelling of C.S. Lewis’ world of Narnia, come to life like never before. Perfect for audiences of both kids and anyone young at heart, this show will take you on a journey through the wardrobe you won’t soon forget!
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TO Live: “A Charlie Brown Christmas — Live at the Symphony”

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!
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Toronto Mendelssohn Choir: “Festival of Carols”

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!
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Toronto Symphony Orchestra: “TSO Holiday Pops”

Don your festive apparel and spend your holiday season with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra for the beloved holiday tradition, “TSO Holiday Pops”! No year is complete without celebrating Christmastime with the TSO’s annual holiday extravaganza and sing-along that features all of your favourite holiday tunes.
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TSO: “Home Alone In Concert”

There’s no need to scream, because the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) presents the return of “Home Alone in Concert” for the holiday season! Featuring the delightful score by legendary composer John Williams performed live to picture, this beloved family comedy follows the misadventures of Kevin, a young boy who is mistakenly left at home at Christmastime.
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Young People’s Theatre (YPT): “Shrek The Musical”

This holiday season, Young People’s Theatre (YPT) invites families to enjoy “Shrek The Musical”, bursting with catchy tunes and laugh-out-loud moments! This ogre-sized production is full of zany humour, exciting bravery, heartwarming honesty, and plenty of crazy hijinks.
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