By Ron Johnson
If you find yourself singing “Look at the stars, look how they shine for you,” with any kind of regularity, then today is your lucky day. British pop-rock band Coldplay will be dusting off the song “Yellow” and many more as the acclaimed Music of the Spheres World Tour is coming to Toronto’s Rogers Stadium … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Kensington Market has always been a place where Toronto’s vibrant culture thrives—a chaotic blend of art, food, people, and history. But now, as gentrification begins to erode its charm, filmmaker Stuart Clarfield’s new documentary, Kensington Market: Heart of the City, seeks to capture the essence of the neighbourhood before it changes forever. Clarfield, who has … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Today marks the official opening of Bathurst Quay Common, Toronto’s latest waterfront park, offering residents and visitors a fresh and lively green space along the harbour. This much-anticipated park, located at 3 Eireann Quay, is part of the city’s broader effort to revitalize the Bathurst Quay neighbourhood. With its grand opening, which is slated for … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Saturday Night Live marked the beginning of its 50th anniversary on Sept. 28, reminding us of the show’s massive impact on comedy. With the premiere of the documentary Saturday Night scheduled for release on Oct. 11, the spotlight shines even brighter on the legacy of SNL—a legacy shaped in part by Toronto’s comedic talent, which … Continued
By Ron Johnson
If you don’t know exactly where Leslie Lookout Park is located, you might miss it. It’s behind dark fencing, crammed on a slender slice of real estate between industrial aggregate operations at the end of Leslie Street just before the Leslie Street Spit and Tommy Thompson Park. The best way to find it is to … Continued
By Ron Johnson
This is the month for scary movies. And what’s better than taking in a frightening film? How about if it’s free, and the theatre is located in a famously haunted and eerie location? That’s the recipe for a perfect Halloween-themed night out. This month, beginning on Oct. 4, Soulpepper Theatre, located in the cobblestoned Distillery … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Today marks a significant moment in Toronto’s commitment to reconciliation and cultural celebration as the Spirit Garden officially opens to the public at Nathan Phillips Square at 2 p.m. This space honours Indigenous culture and history, providing a healing environment for residential school survivors and the broader community. The Spirit Garden, developed through the Indian … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Shania Twain, the top-selling female country artist of all time, is set to perform two shows in Toronto next year. On July 15 and 16, the woman behind such hits as “Man! I feel Like A Woman!” and “That Don’t Impress Me Much” will check into the Great Canadian Casino Resort as part of her ongoing … Continued
By Ron Johnson
On Sept. 22, the city will be transformed into a giant, living domino course, with 8,000 human-sized dominoes toppling their way through 2.5 km of downtown streets, parks, and buildings. This one-of-a-kind event, created by the globally acclaimed Station House Opera, invites Torontonians to come together in a day of fun, community, and artistic flair. … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Autumn is right around the corner: it gets colder, it gets darker, things start to die. A good time to see a comedy show, and forget all that! This fall, Toronto is set to sparkle with an incredible array of comedic talent from local stand-ups to huge international superstars. Get ready for a series of … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto’s fall concerts lineup is packed with standout shows, from rock legends to rising stars. Dive into our top 15 picks for the must-see gigs that will light up the city this season. Marcus King Marcus King, the Grammy-nominated musician from Greenville, South Carolina, is set to bring his Mood Swings The World Tour to … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto, as we know, has an incredible music scene. Not sure if you’ve heard, but Drake lives here. So. Beyond that, the city is known for producing both world-renowned musicians and scrappy indie rock super heroes. But Toronto has also served as the backdrop for some of the most memorable fictional bands in film and … Continued
