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2016 NEW PRODUCT GUIDE
(1st Quarter)
THEATRE
ON NOW
Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament
www.medievaltimes.com/toronto
North America’s longest running dinner attraction invites guests to travel back to the
11th Century. Guests are swept away in the excitement and encouraged to cheer for
one of six “Knights of the Realm,” named after historic regions of medieval Spain.
Almost two years in the making, the new live production delivers audience favorites; live
jousting, riveting medieval combat, pageantry, sword-clashing battles, a delicious 4-
course feast, a dynamic new score and the unveiling of a unique ‘liberty’ scene where
guests witness an Andalusian Stallion at liberty – performing without a rider.
Bobby Motta (Dave & Buster’s Vaughan)
www.bobbymotta.com
Experience Bobby Motta, the mentalist and mind reader who gives a performance you
have to see to believe. Canadaʼs own master of the unknown earns props from
celebrities here and abroad, astounding stars like Russell Crowe and Nelly Furtado. His
incredible ingenuity and stage effects have also made him one of the industryʼs most
sought-out consultants behind the scenes, loaning out his secrets to names like David
Blaine, and Criss Angel, and consulting on some of stage and TVʼs biggest production
spectaculars to date. His ultra-thrilling style and mesmerizing technique grabs hold and
won’t let go, blurring the lines between reality and the paranormal realms as he pulls
you in.
Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club
http://www.yukyuks.com/toronto
Yuk Yuk's Toronto Comedy Club provides the best stand-up comedy in Toronto. New
shows every week, contest giveaways, and concert shows.
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Kinky Boots (Mirvish Productions)
Until March 6, 2016, Royal Alexandra Theatre
www.mirvish.com
Broadway’s high-heeled hit! KINKY BOOTS tells the story of Charlie, who has inherited his
father’s nearly bankrupt shoe factory. Trying to save his family business, he finds
inspiration—and much more—in the form of Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of
some sturdy stilettos. With direction and Tony®-winning choreography by Jerry Mitchell,
a book by four-time Tony® winner Harvey Fierstein and a score by Cyndi Lauper, this
red-hot musical smash has sold-out audiences dancing—and strutting—in the aisles
every night!
Spy School! Murder Mystery (Mysteriously Yours Dinner Theatre; select Wednesday
matiness at Old Mill Inn)
Until March 2016
www.mysteriouslyyours.com
MISSION: RIDICULOUS: James Bond takes a ‘Cruise’ to Spy School. Enroll Now!
Enjoy a fabulous 3 course dinner and then participate in the solving of a hilarious
interactive whodunit?!
Rock and Roll with Great Balls of Fire! (Famous PEOPLE Players)
January 15 to May 31, 2016
www.famouspeopleplayers.org
One for the money, Two for the show, Three to get ready, Now GO, GO, GO.
Rock & Roll at its best: Michael Jackson and Elvis rise from the graveyards in Hollywood
to return for an ENCORE performance and mesmerize you all over again.
“OUTSTANDING & IMAGINATIVE, their interpretation of Thriller had me off my seat
screaming for more.” ~ Quincy Jones
Gaslight (Mirvish Productions)
January 16 to February 28, 2016, Royal Alexandra Theatre
www.mirvish.com
As the ghostly living room gaslight flickers and the floorboards creak around her, Bella
Manningham becomes convinced that she is losing her mind, as her mother did before
her. With her husband away on business, she loses all sense of reality. Does the terror
exist in her imagination or are dark secrets living in her home? The surprise arrival of a
retired detective leads to a shocking discovery that will shake her respectable Victorian
marriage to its core. A powerful psychological drama.
Twelve Angry Men (Soulpepper Theatre)
January 19 to February 13, 2016, Young Centre for the Performing Arts
www.Soulpepper.ca
The fate of a young man accused of murder lies in the hands of 12 strangers crowded
into an oppressively hot, claustrophobic deliberation room. A single dissenting voice
rings out “not guilty” planting the seed of reasonable doubt and unraveling what was
seemingly an open-and-shut case. Tempers flare and human nature is tested in this
classic jury-room drama.
The Anger in Ernest and Ernestine (Soulpepper Theatre)
January 25 to February 20, 2016, Young Centre for the Performing Arts
www.Soulpepper.ca
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People fall in love all the time; what could go wrong? When Ernest and Ernestine move
in together, their wildly different approaches to life in a small apartment make for
hilariously ugly confrontations in this classic Canadian comedy. Ernest and Ernestine will
be played by Gregory Prest and Raquel Duffy.
Cowboy Versus Samurai (Soulpepper Theatre)
January 26 to February 20, 2016, Young Centre for the Performing Arts
www.Soulpepper.ca
Inspired by Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac, Cowboy Versus Samurai is a romantic
comedy about love, race, and sexual dynamics set in the American mid-west. When
Travis Park, a high school teacher and the only Korean American man in town, falls for
his new colleague, it triggers a hilarious love triangle of letters, confessions, and soul-
searching moments.
The Australian Bee Gees Show (Mirvish Productions)
January 28 to 31, 2016, Princess of Wales Theatre
www.mirvish.com
THE AUSTRALIAN BEE GEES SHOW, is a celebration of one of the most influential and
famous musical groups of all time! Their record-breaking music is captivated on stage
with mesmerizing resemblance in sound and mannerisms. Get ready for the new
AUSTRALIAN BEE GEES SHOW, a multi-media theatrical concert experience that takes a
nostalgic trip through the legacy the Bee Gees left behind while celebrating over four
decades of the infectious music written by the Gibb brothers.
FEBRUARY
Spring 2016 Revue (Second City)
Begins February 2, 2016
www.secondcity.com
The Second City ensemble returns with their favourite sketches from the hit show Click
Bait & Switch, plus hilarious new material for 2016. The Toronto Star called this cast "six of
the funniest people you could hope to meet." BroadwayWorld.com says it's "a
guaranteed great night out!” which is an excellent reason to leave your living room this
February. (Recommended for ages 16+)
Royal Winnipeg Ballet – Going Home Star – Truth and Reconciliation (Sony Centre)
February 5-6, 2016
www.sonycentre.ca
Commissioned by Artistic Director André Lewis, Going Home Star - Truth and
Reconciliation explores the world of Annie, a young, urban First Nations woman adrift in
a contemporary life of youthful excess. Cited as quite possibly "the most important work
in its 75-year history" (Winnipeg Free Press) Going Home Star - Truth and Reconciliation is
a labour of love and passion; a risk-taking venture into unknown, unfamiliar and
troubled territory. Based on a story by Joseph Boyden, this is an important story brought
to life by the Royal Winnipeg Ballet.
A Night with Janis Joplin (Mirvish Productions)
February 9 to 21, 2016, Panasonic Theatre
www.mirvish.com
Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music
scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the queen of rock & roll. The
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unmistakable voice, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort, made
her a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock. Now, you’re invited to share an
evening with the woman and her influences in the new Broadway musical, A NIGHT
WITH JANIS JOPLIN.
Hooking Up with The Second City (Second City)
February 14 -15, 2016
www.secondcity.com
The Second City knows a few things about love -- we've been looking at and laughing
about relationships for over 55 years. Hooking Up With The Second City makes mirth out
of missed connections, girls' night out adventures and all the crazy we do for love. This
gaspingly funny revue is a modern mix of romance, rancor, and everything in
between. (Recommended for ages 16+)
The Godfather Live in Concert (Sony Centre)
February 20, 2016
www.sonycentre.ca
This unique concert event brings Francis Ford Coppola’s masterpiece film to concert
halls for the first time. Winner of three Academy® Awards & countless other honors, The
Godfather remains one of the greatest films in the history of cinema. Nino Rota’s iconic
score accompanied by the film’s traditional Italian folk music and jazz comes to live on
stage, performed live by a symphony orchestra while the film is simultaneously shown in
high definition on the big screen.
An Evening with Neil deGrasse Tyson (Sony Centre)
February 24 & 25, 2016
www.sonycentre.ca
Join Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson, award winning- astrophysicist, author, and host of FOX's
Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey, for two evenings of engaging conversation on science,
exploration and the world as we know it. Tyson is a New York Times bestselling author of
10 books and is also a frequent guest on The Daily Show. He is the recipient of 18
honorary doctorates and the NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal, the highest
award given by NASA to non-government citizens.
MARCH
Beauty and the Beast (Mirvish Productions)
March 2 to 6, 2016, Princess of Wales Theatre
www.mirvish.com
This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and
costumes, and dazzling production numbers including “Be Our Guest” and the beloved
title song. Experience the romance and enchantment.
Blood Wedding (Soulpepper Theatre)
March 2 to April 9, 2016, Young Centre for the Performing Arts
www.Soulpepper.ca
In Lorca’s 20th-century classic drama, a young couple’s engagement rekindles buried
passions and threatens a deep-seeded blood feud in a small rural town. Newly
translated by Governor-General’s Award-winning playwright Guillermo Verdecchia,
and reset with the rhythms of rural Ontario in the early 1930s, this story of primal and
prophetic violence between families retains its dramatic urgency.
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Jitters (Soulpepper Theatre)
March 3 to April 6, 2016, Young Centre for the Performing Arts
www.Soulpepper.ca
David French. Directed by Ted Dykstra. Ted Dykstra’s celebrated production of David
French’s hilarious comedy about life in the theatre returns to Soulpepper. Inspired by the
nerves and mishaps of the playwright’s own opening night experiences, Jitters has been
hailed as one of theatre’s funniest backstage comedies.
An Evening with Amy Cuddy (Sony Centre)
March 3, 2016
www.sonycentre.ca
An Evening with Amy Cuddy will weave together storytelling, science and practical
advice on how to flourish during stressful times by harnessing the power of ‘presence’.
Attendees will learn how to approach their biggest challenges with confidence instead
of dread, and achieve satisfaction instead of regret. Amy Cuddy is a professor and
researcher at Harvard Business School, and her epic TED talk has been seen by over 30
million people. She has also been published in top academic journals and covered by
NPR, New York Times, Wired, and many more.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (Sony Centre)
March 4-5, 2016
www.sonycentre.ca
Beloved by Toronto audiences, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at last returns
to the Sony Centre after a two-year absence. Heralded as America’s Cultural
Ambassador to the World, the company comes to the Sony Centre to showcase the
vision of Artistic Director Robert Battle with programming that embraces the tradition of
such beloved classics as Revelations and extends the legacy in dynamic new
directions. While forever true to their illustrious heritage, the company also prides itself
on debuting new works by the foremost emerging choreographers
The Just (Soulpepper Theatre)
March 5 to 26, 2016, Young Centre for the Performing Arts
www.Soulpepper.ca
Terror stalks the Russian elite, while revolutionaries craft their bombs and plan for
revolution. The Just, based on the true story of the assassination of the Grand Duke
Sergei Alexandrovich in 1905, explores the moral intersect of religion, socialism, and
terrorism in a gripping new translation by Bobby Theodore.
Superdude and Doctor Rude (Second City)
March 14 to18, 2016 (March Break) www.secondcity.com
In a world where kids make the rules, super-villains won't know what hit them. Join the
Supercrew on a wild musical adventure filled jet packs, secret lairs, and selfies!
(Recommended for ages 4 - 12)
RAIN (Mirvish Productions)
March 15 to 20, 2016, Princess of Wales Theatre
www.mirvish.com
RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES is a live multi-media spectacular that takes you on a
musical journey through the life and times of the world’s most celebrated band.
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Featuring new songs & high definition imagery, this expanded RAIN adds even more hits
that you know and love from the vast anthology of Beatles classics such as “I Want To
Hold Your Hand,” “Hard Day’s Night,” “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,” “Let It
Be,” “Come Together” and “Hey Jude.”
Bonnie Raitt: Dig in Deep Tour (Sony Centre)
March 15, 2016
www.sonycentre.ca
Following the highly-anticipated release of her twentieth album, "Dig In Deep", Bonnie
Raitt kicks off her 2016 North American Tour, returning to major cities where she's long
been recognized as one of contemporary music's great live performers. Bonnie's Dig In
Deep Tour will feature her longtime touring band, which backs her on the new album.
Opening for Bonnie on the tour will be The California Honeydrops, a five-piece
ensemble led by dynamic vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Lech Wierzynski.
Pixar in Concert (Sony Centre)
March 18, 2016
www.sonycentre.ca
Experience Pixar’s iconic soundtracks live with the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony and
relive your favourite films on a 35-ft screen! Equally renowned for their stunning
animations as for their original soundtracks, the studio now presents a collection of
video clips and music from 14 of their feature films including Toy Story Finding Nemo,
Monsters Inc. and Up. These live orchestrations will celebrate acclaimed works
composed by Randy Newman, Thomas Newman, Michael Giacchino, and Patrick
Doyle.
The Judas Kiss (Mirvish Productions)
March 22 to May 1, 2016, Royal Alexandra Theatre
www.mirvish.com
Rupert Everett plays Oscar Wilde in David Hare’s The Judas Kiss —a compelling drama
about the power of all consuming love and the cruelty of betrayal.
APRIL
The Great War
The History of the Village of the Small Huts, 1914 - 1918
VideoCabaret (Soulpepper Theatre)
April 1 to May 14, 2016
www.Soulpepper.ca
Written and Directed by Michael Hollingsworth
In 1914 many cultures struggle to be heard in the national dialogue, but British Canada
is still a well-fed bulldog with a loud bark. When war looms in Europe, the loyal colony
musters a tenth of its people to defend the Empire. VideoCabaret’s award- winning
ensemble conjures the battlefront and the home front with the trench-humour of
soldiers, the follies of leaders, and the tragic farce of warfare. Dora Award-winner for
Outstanding New Play.
Shaw Festival
April to October 2016
www.shawfest.com
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Great theatre in the heart of Niagara wine country. Historic Niagara-on-the-Lake, near
Niagara Falls, provides the setting for 10 plays in four theatres, April to Nov. Comedies,
dramas, musicals. Offering backstage tours/theatre packages.
“Talented acting company” (Bloomberg News).
Stratford Festival
April to October 2016
www.stratfordfestival.ca
With an ever changing roster of plays and musicals in four distinctive theatres, the
Stratford Shakespeare Festival is home to classics, dramas, new works and popular
musicals. Backstage and costume warehouse tours also available.
If/Then (Mirvish Productions)
April 12 to May 8, 2016, Princess of Wales Theatre
www.mirvish.com
If/Then is a contemporary Broadway musical about living in New York today— and all
the possibilities of tomorrow.
With unforgettable songs and a deeply moving story by the Pulitzer Prize and Tony
Award®-winning creators of Next to Normal, this “fascinating, ambitious, and original
new musical” (New York Post) simultaneously follows one woman’s two possible life
paths, painting a deeply moving portrait of the lives we lead, as well as the lives we
might have led.
MAY
A Pirate’s Life (Toronto Islands)
May to October 2016
www.PirateLife.ca
Pirate Life is proud to announce the launch of it's Theatrical Workshop for students
visiting Toronto, particularly those that are in grades 7/8. Essentially, students will arrive
on the island, following a series of riddles leading to the x that marks the spot, at which
time they'll join aaararrgh crew and perform with the crew on stage practicing their
creativity, imagination, stage presence and improv/theatre skills!
The Odd Couple (Soulpepper Theatre)
May 5 to June 11, 2016
www.Soulpepper.ca
Neil Simon
Directed by Stuart Hughes
Neil Simon’s legendary exploration of the relationship between fastidious Felix and his
sloppy roommate Oscar is one of the most iconic and enduring pieces of 20th-century
American comedy; it’s also a Soulpepper audience favourite. Founding Member Diego
Matamoros and Artistic Director Albert Schultz reprise the title roles as the suddenly
single pals who strain their friendship by turning roommates with hilariously disastrous
results.
The Testament of Mary (Soulpepper Studio Series)
May 6 to June 18, 2016
www.soulpepper.ca
Colm Tóibín
Directed by Aaron Willis
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In this challenging and imaginative solo play acclaimed author Colm Tóibín paints a
breathtakingly intimate, raw and humanizing depiction of one of the most beloved
figures in history. Riveting and lyrical, The Testament of Mary reimagines the last days of
Jesus as only a mother can.
The Heidi Chronicles (Soulpepper Theatre)
May 16 to June 18, 2016
www.Soulpepper.ca
Wendy Wasserstein
Directed by Gregory Prest
Wendy Wasserstein’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning comedy follows one woman
from a 1960’s teen to 1980’s career woman, with all of the touching and heartbreaking
moments in between. A sharp-eyed and personal look at feminism, friendship, and
social change, The Heidi Chronicles explores the notion of “having it all.”
Riverdance 20 years (Mirvish Productions)
May 17 to 29, 2016, Ed Mirvish Theatre (formerly The Canon)
www.mirvish.com
The international Irish dance phenomenon is back by popular demand in Riverdance -
The 20th Anniversary World Tour. Drawing on Irish traditions, the combined talents of the
performers propel Irish dancing and music into the present day, capturing the
imagination of audiences across all ages and cultures in an innovative and exciting
blend of dance, music and song. Of all the performances to emerge from Ireland - in
rock, music, theatre and film - nothing has carried the energy, the sensuality and the
spectacle of Riverdance.
Incident at Vichy (Soulpepper Theatre)
May 19 to June 18, 2016
www.soulpepper.ca
Arthur Miller
Directed by Alan Dilworth
In this taut historical drama by American master Arthur Miller, eight men are
sequestered in a room in Vichy France, 1940, by local authorities in aid of the Nazis.
None are told why they are held, or when they can leave. As each man is removed for
interrogation, some are set free, some are never heard from again, and the stakes rise
for those who remain.
Hatsune Miku (Sony Centre)
May 20, 2016
www.sonycentre.ca
Hatsune Miku is a Japanese music sensation, a 16 year-old blue-haired girl with a
unique voice and prodigious energy. What makes her special is that she is not a human
singer, but a virtual persona who uses a computer-generated voice and 3D graphics to
perform on stage. With a repertoire entirely provided by individual creators, she is the
first truly crowd-created virtual talent. She has teamed up with major artists like Lady
Gaga and Pharrell Williams, but this year she will headline in Toronto for the first time
ever!
A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder (Mirvish Productions)
May 25 to June 26, 2016, Princess of Wales Theatre
www.mirvish.com
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Getting away with murder can be so much fun… and there’s no better proof than the
knock-‘em-dead hit show that’s earned unanimous raves and won the 2014 Tony
Award® for BEST MUSICAL.
Direct from New York, ” GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE tells the uproarious story of Monty Navarro,
a distant heir to a family fortune who sets out to jump the line of succession by—you
guessed it—eliminating the eight pesky relatives (all played by one courageous man)
who stand in his way. All the while, he’s got to juggle his mistress (she’s after more than
just love), his fiancée (she’s his cousin but who’s keeping track?), and the constant
threat of landing behind bars! Of course, it will all be worth it if he can slay his way to his
inheritance… and be done in time for tea.
Return to Grace (Mirvish Productions)
May 31 to June 12, 2016, Ed Mirvish Theatre (formerly The Canon) www.mirvish.com
A glorious, heartfelt tribute to a music icon, RETURN TO GRACE traces the greatest
musical moments of a generation with song favourites that include "Heartbreak Hotel",
"Suspicious Minds", "Love Me Tender", and more! From the King’s beginnings in
Memphis, to the amazing '68 Comeback Special, to the historical Aloha from Hawaii
concert, experience RETURN TO GRACE to re-live the music that changed rock and roll
forever!
JUNE
Luminato Festival
June 10 to June 19, 2016
www.luminatofestival.com
Luminato Festival is Toronto’s international multi-arts festival for people open to having
art change their outlook on the world. For 10 days each June, Luminato transforms
Toronto’s theatres, parks and public spaces with hundreds of events celebrating
theatre, dance, music, literature, food, visual arts, film, and more. Luminato Festival is a
charitable, not-for-profit, cultural organization whose vision is to commission and present
significant local, national, and international programming that reflects Toronto as a
crossroads of ideas, cultures and traditions. Now in its 10th year, Luminato has become
one of North America’s leading arts festivals.
Sound of Music Festival (Burlington, ON)
June 11 to 19, 2016
www.soundofmusic.ca
So much music, so much fun. Every year in June, music takes over Burlington Downtown
and Waterfront. The largest local music event of the year features an eclectic
combination of emerging artists, blasts from the past and current performers. A mix of
free and ticketed shows continue all over town for nine days. Activities include the Kick-
Off Concert, Sound of Music Club Series, Grande Festival Parade, free concerts for four
days on Father's Day Weekend, Downtown Streetfest, Silver Series, Children's Village,
carnival and vendors. Bring the whole family, you'll find something for everyone.
JULY
Matilda The Musical (Mirvish Productions)
Begins July 2016, Ed Mirvish Theatre (formerly The Canon)
www.mirvish.com
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TIME Magazine’s #1 Show of the Year! Winner of 50 international awards, including four
Tony Awards® and a record-breaking seven Olivier Awards®, MATILDA THE MUSICAL is
the story of an extraordinary girl, who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp
mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.
A Doll’s House (Soulpepper Theatre)
July 18 to August 27, 2016
www.soulpepper.ca
Henrik Ibsen. Translated by Frank McGuinness
Directed by László Marton
Secrets and lies haunt Nora on the eve of her husband’s big promotion in Ibsen’s
prescient drama about family, friendship, and the secret lives of women. Widely
considered one of Western drama’s masterpieces, Ibsen’s A Doll’s House powerfully
captures one woman’s journey in the face of an oppressive society.
The 39 Steps (Soulpepper Theatre)
July 21 to August 27, 2016
www.soulpepper.ca
Adapted by Patrick Barlow
From the novel by John Buchan; from the movie by Alfred Hitchcock
Directed by Ravi Jain
The 39 Steps is a two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning comedic caper with
over 150 characters played by a virtuosic cast of four. Inspired by the dramatic work of
Alfred Hitchcock, a regular man is thrust into a mysterious romance, a nationwide
manhunt, and a death-defying finale.
Father Comes Home From the Wars (Parts I, II, III)
(Soulpepper Theatre)
July 25 to August 27, 2016
www.soulpepper.ca
Suzan-Lori Parks
Directed by Weyni Mengesha
With her astounding Father Comes Home from the Wars Suzan-Lori Parks has created a
new American Odyssey that examines America’s ongoing and turbulent relationship
with race. Performed together as one evening, these three parts tell a poignant tale of
homecoming, family and heroism set against the US Civil War.
Canadian Premiere. Winner of the 2015 Edward M. Kennedy Prize for Drama & the 2015
Obie Award for Playwriting.
Cirque du Soleil’s LUZIA
July 28 to September 18, 2016, The Portlands
https://www.cirquedusoleil.com/luzia/
The name LUZIA fuses the sound of “luz” (light in Spanish) and “lluvia” (rain), two
elements at the core of the show’s creation. LUZIA is a show inspired by the richness of
the Mexican culture.
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ATTRACTIONS
ONGOING
Playdium
www.playdium.com
Playdium is the ultimate high-tech, interactive, virtual and physical Entertainment
Center. The 40,000 sq. ft. indoor complex features more than 200 of today's newest &
most popular attractions, simulators and games.
NEW! During your next visit, check out the newest featured Attractions & Games at
Playdium that include Crossy Roads, Kung Fu Panda, Black Hole, Grand Piano Keys, Star
Wars Battle Pods, Jurassic Park and Time Crisis 5.
CN Tower
www.cntower.ca
This year the CN Tower Celebrates 40 Years! Canadian icon...Toronto
landmark...Engineering Wonder... ...on June 26 2016, Canada's National Tower will mark
the 40th year since it opened to the public in 1976. For 40 years Toronto's iconic
landmark has been captivating the memories of over 1.5 million people each year who
visit from near and far. Further information about this milestone to follow.
For NEW hours of operation visit http://www.cntower.ca/en-ca/plan-your-
visit/hours.html
Paintball Nation Mississauga
http://www.paintballnation.ca
Indoor and outdoor paintball facilities great for walk-in play or group events.
Redpath Sugar Museum
www.redpathsugar.com
Museum displays and education programs centered upon the history of sugar, The
Redpath Sugar Company, antique and modern refining technologies and
nutrition/health.
Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre
http://www.jccc.on.ca
The Gallery at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre represents a 2,500 square foot
area on our main floor. The Gallery is committed to a multi-disciplinary program
encompassing visual art, design, performing arts, and literature. We encourage inter-
disciplinary work, collaboration, dialogue, and art education.
Hershey Centre
www.hersheycentre.com
For over 17 years, the Hershey Centre is the premier sports and entertainment facility in
the GTA. With over 140 event days per year, it has welcomed more than 4 million
guests. Hershey Centre’s experienced SMG staff have staged high profile events
including regional, provincial, national and world hockey and figure skating
championships. Hershey Centre is home to the OHL’s Mississauga Steelheads and the
NBA Development League’s Raptors 905. The facility has welcomed artists such as
Green Day, The Tragically Hip, B.B. King, and Hedley. The facility was a featured venue
in the TO2015 Pan and Para Pan Am Games.
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Northern Expressions
www.northernexpressionsart.ca
Below the beating heart of Toronto’s downtown Yonge and Dundas shopping district
twinkles a little art gallery with a big warm aboriginal welcome. Newly opened ,
Northern Expressions Art Gallery is an exciting integration of Canadian aboriginal art
within contemporary culture. The 21st century design features carefully selected
contemporary and traditional art forms, combined with cool aesthetics and
breathtaking photography from Canada’s far North to provide an authentic shopping
experience for veteran art buyers, new collectors and fans of Canada's north.
Redefining the art gallery shopping experience, this unique Gallery sets itself apart with
a relaxed and inviting approach, encouraging customers to ask questions, share stories
and learn more about the artists’ and their communities. Northern Expressions is
distinctively located on the TTC commuter pathway in the Atrium on Bay, along
Toronto’s world renowned PATH.
ON NOW
Toronto Zoo
www.torontozoo.com
Cute Cub Alert At The Toronto Zoo!* What better way to welcome spring than to come
and meet the Zoo's giant panda cubs, white lion cubs and polar bear cub. Canada’s
first giant panda cubs were born on October 13, 2015 and both are now exploring their
new habitat within the Zoo’s Giant Panda Experience with mom Er Shun. And of course
don’t forget about the Zoo’s four male white lion cubs which can be viewed in the
African Lion Habitat in the African Savanna, and our female polar cub which can be
viewed in the Polar Bear Maternity Den in the Tundra Trek. Visit torontozoo.com to learn
more about all of our cubs, including the important conservation initiatives the Toronto
Zoo supports. Follow us on Twitter @TheTorontoZoo for regular updates, photos and
videos
McMichael Canadian Art Collection
http://mcmichael.com/
McMichael Canadian Art Collection turns 50 in 2016! To celebrate, McMichael will
feature a special exhibition, A Foundation for Fifty Years: McMichael Masterwork. The
McMichael owes its existence and collection to the generosity of donors. A Foundation
for Fifty Years will present some of the most significant donations made for the
McMichael gallery’s founding year, 1966, by Signe and Robert McMichael, as well as
their peers, who were all excited to make Canadian masterworks a gift to the public of
Ontario. Installed in the McMichael’s principle gallery on the ground floor, this collection
of masterworks celebrates their core artists - the Group of Seven and their
contemporaries. Artists on show include Tom Thomson, Lawren Harris, David Milne, and
Emily Carr, to name a few. The exhibition space has been restored to its 1960s modernist
style, in a manner that the McMichaels intended: traditional materials with modern
lines.
The Kirwin Collection: Legacy of an Exploration Geologist (Royal Ontario Museum)
www.rom.on.ca
Enter the visually stunning world of the Kirwin Collection; with over 21,000 specimens –
that’s 10 tonnes! – it truly is a rock collection of epic proportions. Amassed over the past
40 years by exploratory geologist Douglas Kirwin, the collection is made up of minerals
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and ores from around the world, with a special focus on the Asia-Pacific region. This
extraordinary addition to the Museum’s Earth Sciences collections makes the ROM
home to a distinguished and important geological collection.
SuperReal: Pop Art from the AGO Collection (Art Gallery of Ontario)
www.ago.net
During the 1960s, Pop artists in America responded to the consumer society that had
established itself after World War II. They analyzed the impact on the modern psyche of
mass culture and the access everyone seemed to have to a wealth of new products.
On display are four of the AGO's most important works of art: Claes Oldenburg's Floor
Burger (1962), Andy Warhol's Elvis I and II (1963–4), George Segal's The Butcher Shop
(1965), and Robert Rauschenberg’s Story (1964).
¡Viva México! Clothing and Culture (Royal Ontario Museum)
Until May 23, 2016
www.rom.on.ca The ROM is taking over an entire gallery to showcase a collection of Mexican textiles. It's
one of the largest and most important in the world, yet few textiles from this remarkable
collection have ever been displayed. Vibrant expressions of creativity, the pieces in this
exhibition combine remarkable technical skill with exquisite artistry. Over 150 stunning
historic and contemporary pieces are on display, including complete costume
ensembles, sarapes, rebozos, textiles, embroidery, beadwork and more.
Escape from the Tower
Until July 2016
www.casaloma.ca
This is the first installation of the Casa Loma Escape Series, a fictional experience based
on historical facts. You have 60 minutes to complete your missions. In 1941, Casa Loma
was used as an undercover research centre for anti – submarine detection technology.
William Corman was commissioned to continue the anti – submarine detection
research after the original centre was bombed in the London Blitz. The newest game,
King of the Bootleggers, will take players through the tunnel to experience the 1920s
and the mysterious disappearance of a key criminal suspect.
COMING SOON
Song Dong’s Communal Courtyard (Art Gallery of Ontario)
January 30 – July 17, 2016
www.ago.net
The exhibition Song Dong’s Communal Courtyard invites visitors to lose themselves inside
a unique installation of 100 vintage Chinese wardrobe doors which transforms our
exhibition space into a series of snaking walkways and small rooms reminiscent of
Beijing’s traditional communal living spaces.
Evocative of the contemporary urban experience from Beijing to Toronto, in which
traditional architectures and ways of living together are being threatened by rapid
growth, this thoughtful, playful installation invites audiences to reconsider how we might
hold onto some elements of tradition while radically reimagining them for the present.
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MARCH
Outsiders: American Photography and Film, 1950s - 1980s (Art Gallery of Ontario)
March 12 – May 29, 2016
www.ago.net
Outsiders highlights photographers and filmmakers working in the United States from the
late 1950s to the mid-1980s in a time of intense political and cultural turmoil. It’s no
accident that artists at the time turned to photography and film — mass media then
largely ‘outside’ the realm of mainstream art and its focus on painting and sculpture—
to express a broader range of human experience.
Photographs by some of the greatest artists of the period — Diane Arbus, Garry
Winogrand, Danny Lyon, and others including the anonymous visitors to Casa Susanna
— depict musicians, cross-dressers, biker gangs, protests, press conferences, and even
animals, bringing to light the complex social realities and the yearning for greater
collective and individual equality.
APRIL
Tattoos: Ritual. Identity. Obsession. Art.
April 2 to September 5, 2016
www.rom.on.ca/tattoos #ROMInk
The practice of tattooing has evolved through cultural exchanges around the world,
from those on the fringes of society to mainstream groups, from subculture trend to
popular culture. Explore the fascinating history and evolution of tattooing in the exciting
new exhibition at the ROM. Tattoos offers fascinating insights into ancient practices,
histories, meanings and the revival of the global phenomenon of body art.
Coming from the mus du quai Branly in Paris, where the exhibition received rave reviews
Tattoos: Ritual. Identity. Obsession. Art. journeys into the 5000-year-old multifaceted
world of tattooing, showcasing a visual history of body art and markings, ancient tools,
and commissioned tattooed silicone body reproductions inked by some of the most
respected tattoo artists in the contemporary world.
Toronto Blue Jays
April 8 to October 2, 2016 (Regular Season)
http://toronto.bluejays.mlb.com
2016 marks the Toronto Blue Jays 40th Season! (April) The Blue Jays kick off their 40th
season at the Home Opener at the Rogers Centre on April 8 against the Boston Red Sox.
The Toronto Blue Jays brought playoff baseball excitement back to Toronto in 2015 –
selling out Rogers Centre almost every game in the second half of the season and
ending a 22 year playoff drought. The Jays’ 40th Season will be one you won’t want to
miss!
Thomas Ruff: Object Relations (Art Gallery of Ontario)
April 30 – July 31, 2016
www.ago.net
This exhibit brings together close to 40 large scale works by the renowned German
photographer. Working with found and collected images, Ruff manipulates them in a
range of ways – cropping, enlarging and retouching, among others. Not only are the
resulting works often grander or more mysterious in form, they also highlight the act of
photography itself and its ability to transform and direct what we see.
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Reflecting Ruff’s own deep engagement with the history of photography, these images
will be accompanied by selections from Ruff’s extensive personal collection of
photographic materials.
MAY
Canada’s Wonderland
May to October 2016
www.canadaswonderland.com
Canada’s Wonderland is taking guests to new heights for 2016 with the addition of two
new rides. Skyhawk, the first ride of its kind in North America, will have riders take control
of their own cockpit, showcasing their flying abilities as they maneuver through 360
degree turns and inversions at 135 feet (41m) in the air. Flying Eagles will thrill little pilots
and quickly become a family favourite for parents and children alike. The two-person
planes will glide 28 feet (8.5m) above the ground and allow each rider to control their
flight and ride experience.
A Third Gender: Beautiful Youths in Japanese Prints
May 7 to November 27, 2016
www.rom.on.ca
Four hundred years ago in Japan, male youths, called wakashu, were the objects of
sexual desire for women and men. Creating a third gender, wakashu looked different
from both women and adult men and played distinct social and sexual roles.
The exhibition, A Third Gender, explores the complex system of sexual desire and social
expectation from 1603 to 1868 in Edo Japan. Featuring stunning woodblock prints,
paintings, illustrated books, kimono, and armour, it tells a pivotal story in the history of
human sexuality. Unsettling contemporary North American values, A Third Gender
invites you to think differently about gender and sexuality.
The Science of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! ® (Ontario Science Centre)
May 20 to September 5, 2016
www.OntarioScienceCentre.ca
What's more amazing than Robert Ripley's legendary compendium of oddities,
anomalies and fantastic feats? The science that underlies them. Adventure through the
remarkable realms of scientific discoveries and real artifacts. Delve into these
astounding wonders through experiments, challenges, touchable specimens, computer
interactives and multimedia experiences. Follow your natural interest and curiosity in
the unusual and remarkable as you explore the real science behind the unbelievable.
JUNE
When the Beatles Rocked Toronto – A Cultural History of Toronto in the 60s
(The Market Gallery, St. Lawrence Market)
June 18 – November 12, 2016
www.toronto.ca/museums
50 years ago The Beatles played their final concert in Toronto during their last North
American tour – to recognize this milestone anniversary, City of Toronto Historic Sites is
launching a unique and interactive exhibit that will explore Toronto in the 1960s.
Experience how we lived, where we played and what it was like to see The Beatles rock
Toronto at Maple Leaf Gardens. Whether you're a Boomer looking for a little nostalgia or
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a Millennial with a love for all things vintage, mark your calendar now and be sure to
join us as we take a look back at an era when Toronto was coming of age.
Chihuly
June 25, 2016 to January 2, 2017
www.rom.on.ca/chihuly
Experience groundbreaking explorations in colour, light, and form by Dale Chihuly
pioneer of the studio glass movement and considered to be one of the world foremost
artists working in glass today. Created by sand, fire, and human breath, these
magnificent works of art are a sensory adventure like no other.
JULY
The Idea of North: The Paintings of Lawren Harris (Art Gallery of Ontario)
July 2 – September 11, 2016
www.ago.net
A founding member of the Group of Seven and a major figure in the history of
twentieth-century Canadian art, Lawren Harris remains largely unknown in the outside
of Canada. This year the AGO is partnering with the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles to
introduce Harris’s iconic landscapes to audiences in United States. The exhibition is
curated by comedian, musician, actor and writer Steve Martin in collaboration with
Cynthia Burlingham, Deputy Director, Curatorial Affairs at the Hammer Museum, and
Andrew Hunter, Fredrik S. Eaton Curator of Canadian Art at the AGO. At the core of this
exhibition are more than 30 of Harris's most significant northern landscapes from the
1920s and 1930s, drawn from major public and private collections across Canada.
TOURS
Redwing Institute
www.redwinginstitute.com
Culture & Nature Discovery Walk: Walk in the footsteps of Toronto’s First Nations people.
Experience the river valley they called home, discover their rich culture, history & beliefs
and support responsible tourism that benefits communities.
Tasty Tours
http://tastytourstoronto.com/
Tasty Tours is an award-winning food tour and the only one in Toronto dedicated to the
sweeter side of life with our sweets tour of Kensington Market and popular chocolate
tour. Besides our public tours, we are now offering an expanded variety of custom tour
requests. This includes chocolate workshops, macaron tours, lunch or dinner tours in
Kensington Market and other neighbourhoods, and more. Contact us with your dream
tour and we'll make it a reality, anytime of the year!
TruExperiences Tours
www.tetours.com
Following rave reviews for the inaugural season of their Niagara Falls small-group day
tour from Toronto, TruExperiences Tours will be adding a new small-group Toronto city
tour starting May 2016. Both the Niagara Falls day tour and the Toronto city tour
feature a maximum of just 15 guests per tour, transportation by deluxe Mercedes-Benz
Sprinter, and one driver and one expert tour guide on every tour. A small group size
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means more personal attention, more photo stops and more flexibility. Experience a
tour unlike any other with TruExperiences Tours.
Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts - Backstage Tours!!
http://www.coc.ca/
Discover why the acoustics of the R. Fraser Elliott Hall have been rated amongst the
best in the world, visit private member lounges, and take in the architecture of the
magnificent Isadore & Rosalie Sharp City Room. Then step behind the curtain of
Canada’s first and only purpose-built opera house and walk in the footsteps of its
greatest stars. You will have the opportunity to see wardrobe and wig rooms, stars’
dressing rooms, the orchestra pit, green room, ballet rehearsal studio and much more.
Mirvish Productions – THEATRE TOURS!
www.mirvish.com
Come explore the unique character, rich history and beauty of our world class
theatres. Enhance your visit with a tour of the theatre before taking your seats for the
performance! Tours of The Royal Alexandra, Princess of Wales, and Ed Mirvish Theatres
are now available to group ticket purchases (tours must be pre-booked, subject to
availability and additional fees apply).
HOTEL UPDATES
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown
www.marriott.com/yyzcy
The world’s largest full service Courtyard Marriott Toronto Downtown completes their
$14.5 million Transformation May 2016. The $14.5 million “Transformation 2016”, when
complete May 2016, will see the world’s largest full-service Marriott Courtyard hotel in
downtown Toronto offering redesigned guest rooms with a residential feel, tone-on-tone
décor offering relaxation and abundant comfort along with stylish bathrooms, new
corridors, new Marriott beds, in-room safes, mini fridges, 60 TV channels and FREE Wi-Fi!
The guest rooms are some of the most spacious in Toronto with many features attractive
to millennials and generation X.
Guests will appreciate the refreshed lobby and new lobby Bistro. The lobby continues
to feature the Go Board that offers the latest news, maps and recommendations for
local dining, shopping and attractions displayed on a 52” screen. The hotel offers an
indoor lap pool, whirlpool, 24-hour fitness centre, valet and concierge.
Thompson Toronto Hotel
www.thompsonhotels.com
For Spring 2016, Thompson Toronto Hotel is continuing its evolution as the premiere
entertainment, accommodation and events destination at the heart of trendy King
West Village by renovating its Lobby Bar, updating its meeting spaces and creating
new guestrooms, at a total cost of over $1.5M.
The re-imagined Lobby Bar will reflect Thompson’s refined edge, with contemporary
décor and a lively atmosphere targeting creative professionals and visitors alike.
Programming will include ongoing events and after-work promotions, with the bar
highlighting Canadian Whisky and serving classic cocktails with a modern flare, while a
seasonal dining menu will deliver simple-yet-elegant tapas and shareable plates with
modern accents. New to the Lobby Bar will be a high-tech, private event space,
featuring an enormous 60 sq ft multi-functional HD media wall. This convertible space,
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which can be completely private or open to the main bar, can accommodate over
100 people.
On the third floor are 3 newly constructed guest rooms (Two Deluxe Kings and one
Executive Suite with meeting space for up to 8 people), complete with Thompson’s
trademark ultra-modern design and furnishings, as well as private terraces.
FOODIES
Oliver and Bonacini
www.oliverbonacini.com
Tempt your taste buds in Toronto in 2016! Toronto’s food scene is one of the best in
North America, and there’s always something new to look forward to. Jamie Oliver’s
highly anticipated North American restaurant opened in December 2015 at Toronto's
Yorkdale Shopping Centre. Oliver and Bonacini are launching unique restaurant
concepts at both of the new Saks Fifth Avenues.
GREEN/ECO FRIENDLY
Royal Botanical Gardens
www.rbg.ca
Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) is the largest botanical garden in Canada, a National
Historic Site, and a part of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Five (5) gardens, 2,700 acres,
27 km of trails. Groups can experience guided tours of the world's largest lilac
collection, over 100,000 spring bulbs, 250,000 iris blooms, 3,000 exotic rose bushes, and a
Mediterranean Garden under glass. Plus, enjoy hands-on workshops, the Gardens’ gift
shop and three on-site restaurants.
SPECIAL SERVICES/SHOPPING
Honest Ed's Bargain Shopping Centre
www.mirvish.com/honesteds
This is the last year to experience Honest Ed’s in Toronto! (closing December 31st) The
landmark discount store, which has sat for more than 70 years at the corner of Bloor
and Bathurst Streets in downtown Toronto, will close at the end of 2016. The one-of-a-
kind bargain centre has everything from wine to twine and is an entertaining shopping
experience for all. Ed’s iconic outdoor store signage lights up a full city block like a
theatre marquee, using 23,000 light bulbs. The store is named after its original
proprietor, Ed Mirvish, who was a successful local businessman, philanthropist and
theatrical impresario.
Vaughan Mills
www.vaughanmills.com
Vaughan Mills, Canada’s premier outlet destination, now offers Shop and Stay
packages with several neighbouring hotels. All packages offer competitive rates, and
include a $40 Vaughan Mills gift card, plus a Welcome Tote containing our First Class
Savings Booklet. Visit https://www.vaughanmills.com/tourism/hotel-packages/ for a
complete list of partners.
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Several new retailers have opened, including Victoria’s Secret, Cole Haan, Brooks
Brothers, and Sporting Life. Coming this Spring – Saks OFF 5th!
Complimentary WiFi is now available throughout Vaughan Mills, with charging docks in
our Digital Lounge.
Toronto Eaton Centre – New Stores
www.torontoeatoncentre.com
Stretching two full city blocks North from Yonge and Queen and one city block west
from Yonge and Dundas, Toronto Eaton Centre is among Canada's most recognizable
landmarks, and one of the country's best-known retail shopping destinations. With more
than 235 retailers, restaurants and services in the heart of downtown, Toronto Eaton
Centre is the city’s premier urban destination. This year, Toronto Eaton Centre is excited
to welcome Hugo Boss, Vince Camuto, Kate Spade, and Reiss to its dynamic retail mix.
Holt Renfrew
www.holtrenfrew.com
Holt Renfrew is Canada’s leading luxury shopping experience with premier designers for
women’s and men’s clothing, accessories, shoes and beauty.
Holt Icon Privileges program:
This program is designed to recognize and thank you with experiential benefits. When
you register for the program, you’ll receive either a Select or Front Row status card
based on your prior-year equivalent spend at Holt Renfrew. For Select members, you will
receive a digital card via email; for Select+, Front Row and Front Row+ members, your
physical card will be delivered to you by mail.
Present your new Holt Icon Privileges card in-store to experience Holt Icon Privileges.
You’ll gain instant access to a world of unique luxuries, such as customized,
complimentary services, exclusive offers and other surprises and delights that your status
level qualifies you for.
Saks Fifth Avenue and Nordstrom
http://www.saksfifthavenue.com
http://ca.nordstrom.com
Saks Fifth Avenue and Nordstrom are opening in Toronto in 2016! (February/Fall) Saks is
opening its first stores in Canada at Toronto’s Eaton Centre (163,000 square feet) and
Sherway Gardens (150,000 square feet), both in late February. Both stores will introduce
The Fifth Avenue Club, Saks Fifth Avenue’s personal shopping and styling service, and
will also feature the renowned luxury hair and beauty salon, John Barrett. As part of the
landmark launch of the brand in Toronto, Pusateri’s Fine Foods will be integrating a
world-class food experience at both stores. And, Nordstrom will open a flagship three-
level store in the fall of 2016, also at the Eaton Centre. This will be the first of three
Nordstorms set to open in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The Yorkdale Shopping
Centre location (191,000 square feet) is scheduled to open in October 2016 and a third
Toronto location at Toronto's Sherway Gardens (138,000 square feet) is set to open
summer of 2017.
Square One Shopping Centre
http://shopsquareone.com/pages/sq1-visit With 320+ stores, entertainment options, and restaurants, Square One is the largest
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shopping centre in Ontario. Our premier shopping experience includes an array of new
stores throughout, such as Forever 21, Rudsak, Chico’s, Tumi, and Ugg. Simons will open
March 2016; simultaneously, the South Luxury Wing will open bringing 28 new stores such
as Kate Spade, Stuart Weitzman, Club Monaco, and Jaime’s Italian into Square One.
Anchoring our Luxury Wing is a 120,000 sq. ft. flagship Holt Renfrew, opening July 2016.
Be greeted curbside
The Square One experience begins upon a group’s arrival. We will greet groups at the
designated drop-off area and Entrance 8, presenting participants with:
A Square One tote
Centre directory
Store vouchers and product samples
Requests for restaurant reservations can also be made prior to arrival.
Benefits for our Tourism Partners
Motor coach parking is complementary and located on-property in the west
Cineplex parking lot
Tour Operators and Coach Drivers receive a gift card for a beverage of choice
Open 362 days a year
Ideally situated between Highways 401, 403, and the QEW
To make arrangements for your group, reach Leah Walker, Guest Services Manager, at
[email protected] or 905-272-6277.
Yorkdale Shopping Centre – Group Programs
www.yorkdale.com/tourism
Yorkdale is delighted to offer group travel planners, tour operators and receptive
operators a customized group program, which can be tailored to meet the needs of
your guests. It is our pleasure to offer the ultimate luxury shopping experience for groups
of all sizes and we extend a warm welcome to shopping excursions, convention
delegates and spousal programs.
Pre-registered groups will enjoy the following benefits:
Meet & Greet upon Arrival
VIP Travel in Style Card & Shopping Directory for each guest
Tour Operator Benefits
TRANSPORTATION
Union Pearson Express (UP Express) – Launched June 6, 2015
www.upexpress.com
Union Pearson Express (UP Express) connects Toronto Pearson International Airport to
downtown Toronto’s Union Station in just 25 minutes with departures every 15
minutes. On board, guests are offered an array of amenities including Wi-Fi, luggage
racks and a wheelchair-accessible washroom. Airline check-in kiosks and a relaxing
upstairs mezzanine are available at the UP Express Union Station. This station is
conveniently located close by Toronto’s many downtown hotels, tourist attractions and
business centres. For a quick and comfortable journey to or from Toronto Pearson, the
only way is UP!
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Toronto Pearson Meet and Greet by Allways - NEW
www.allwaysvip.com
A seamless end-to-end airport experience. Our knowledgeable and welcoming team
is always on hand to make sure your journey is seamless, from curb to apron and apron
to curb. This includes concierge and lounge access, personalized assistance to and
from the gate with priority access through security screening, assistance with
immigration, baggage handling and delivery, and limousine transfer arrangements, so
you can breeze through the airport. We give you the luxury of spare time and provide
the support and facilities to help you to make the most of it. We are here for you any
time, any way, Allways.
ADDED VALUE
CityPass Toronto
www.citypass.com/toronto
Five famous attractions, save 43%, avoid most ticket lines. Includes tickets to CN Tower,
Royal Ontario Museum, Ontario Science Centre, Toronto Zoo and Casa Loma. On sale
at any of the participating attractions.
3Pass
www.3pass.ca
This pass offers access to The Bata Shoe Museum, Gardiner Museum and Textile
Museum of Canada, with a savings of over 50% off admission. This new joint admission
ticket offers access to all three Toronto museums for one low price of $20. From historic
and contemporary footwear, stunning collections of ceramic art to beautiful textiles
from around the world, the 3Pass ticket gives visitors access to a wide range of cultural
treasures and not-to-be-missed unique experiences, all centrally located in Toronto's
downtown core!. Visitors have 60 days to use their ticket at each museum.
Toronto Key to the City by Streets.TO
https://torontocitykey.com/
Toronto Key To The City by Streets.TO is Toronto’s first instant loyalty rewards
program where key holders buy and show their city key for exclusive perks at
Toronto restaurants, spas, entertainment, shops and more.
SPECIAL EVENTS AND FESTIVALS
PLEASE NOTE: dates are subject to change without notice. Please consult the websites below.
JANUARY
Next Stage Theatre Festival – January 6 – 17 www.fringetoronto.com
Toronto International Boat Show – January 8 – 17 www.torontoboatshow.com
Interior Design Show – January 21 – 24 www.interiordesignshow.com
National Bridal Show – January 22 – 24 www.nationalbridalshow.com
Toronto’s Ultimate Travel Show – January 23 – 24 www.totravelshow.com
Winterlicious – January 29 to February 11 www.toronto.ca/special_events
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FEBRUARY
Kuumba Festival – February 5-7 www.harbourfrontcentre.com
NBA All Star – February 12-14 http://www.nba.com/allstar/
Canadian International Auto Show – February 12 -21 www.autoshow.ca
Toronto’s Golf & Travel Show – February 19 -21 www.torontogolfshow.com
Bloor-Yorkville Icefest – February 20-21 http://www.bloor-yorkville.com/icefest
MARCH
Toronto International Bicycle Show – March 4 to 6 www.bicycleshowtoronto.com
Canada Blooms: The Toronto Flower and Garden Festival
March 11 – 20 www.canadablooms.com
National Home Show – March 11 – 20 www.nationalhomeshow.com
St. Patrick’s Day Parade – March 13 www.topatrick.com
Sportsmen's Show – March 16 – 20, 2016 www.sportsshows.ca/Toronto
APRIL
TIFF Kids International Film Festival – April 8 – 23 www.tiff.net
Good Food & Drink Festival – April 8 – 10 www.goodfoodfestival.com
Creativ Festival – April 22 – 23 www.csnf.com
Hot Docs Film Festival – April 28 – May 8 www.hotdocs.ca
Mississauga Marathon – April 30 – May 1 www.mississaugamarathon.com
MAY
Goodlife Fitness Toronto Marathon – May 1 www.runtoronto.com
Scotiabank Contact Photography Festival – May 1-31 www.contactphoto.com
Canadian Music Week – May 4 to 14 www.canadianmusicfest.com
Toronto Jewish Film Festival – May 5 – 15 www.tjff.com
Carassauga - Mississauga's Festival of Cultures – May 27-29 www.carassauga.com
Doors Open Toronto – May 28 -29 www.toronto.ca/doorsopen
JUNE Riverside Eats & Beats – June 4 www.riverside-to.com Mississauga Waterfront Festival – June 17-19 mississaugawaterfrontfestival.com Toronto Tango Festival – June 9 – 12 www.torontotangofestival.com Luminato, Toronto Festival of Arts and Creativity – June 10-19 www.luminatofestival.com North by Northeast Music Festival – June 15 – 19 www.nxne.com Mississauga Ukrainian Festival – June 18 www.ukrainianfestival.com Toronto International Dragon Boat Race – June 18 – 19 www.dragonboats.com Taste of Toronto – June 23-26 http://tasteoftoronto.com TD Toronto Jazz Festival – June 24-July 3 www.torontojazz.com Pride Toronto – June 24-July 3 www.pridetoronto.com Toronto Fringe Festival – June 29 – July 10 www.fringetoronto.com JULY Canada Day – July 1 www.toronto.ca/special_events The Great Ontario Salmon Derby – July 2 –August 20 www.greatontariosalmonderby.ca Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto – July 5 – 31 www.torontocaribbeancarnival.com Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition – July 8-10 www.torontooutdoorart.org
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Beaches International Jazz Festival – July 8 -24 www.beachesjazz.com Carabram, Brampton’s Multicultural Festival – July 8 -10 http://www.carabram.org Summerlicious – July 8 – 24 www.toronto.ca/special_events Toronto Summer Music Festival – July 14-August 7 www.torontosummermusic.com Honda Indy Toronto – July 15-17 www.hondaindytoronto.com Festival of India – July 16-17 www.festivalofindia.ca RBC Canadian Open – July 18 – 24 www.rbccanadianopen.ca Toronto’s Festival of Beer – July 22 – 24 www.beerlicious.ca Tennis Canada’s: Roger’s Cup presented by National Bank – July 23 -31 www.rogerscup.com Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Grand Parade –July 30 www.torontocaribbeancarnival.com AUGUST Krinos Taste of the Danforth – August 5 -7 http://tasteofthedanforth.com JerkFest – Jerk Food Festival – August 6-7 www.jerkfestival.ca Canadian National Exhibition – August 19 to September 5 www.theex.com Scotiabank BuskerFest – August 25-28 www.torontobuskerfest.com SEPTEMBER Fan Expo Canada – September 1-4 www.fanexpocanada.com Toronto International Film Festival -September 8-18 www.tiff.net Tim Horton’s Southside Shuffle Blues & Jazz Festival – Sept. 9-11 www.southsideshuffle.com The Toronto 5K – September 10 www.runtoronto.com TURF - Toronto Urban Roots Festival – Sept. 14-19 http://torontourbanrootsfest.com Bloor West Village Toronto Ukrainian Festival – Sept. 16-18 www.ukrainianfestival.com Toronto Garlic Festival – September 18 www.torontogarlicfestival.ca
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members offering performance opportunities, educational programs, evening activities,
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student-friendly hotels and other planning resources. And remember - no passports are
required for student groups under 19 years of age, so a Toronto experience is easier
than you think.
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