Swifties unite and holiday markets this weekend in Toronto

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Now that the US elections are over, it’s time to turn our attention to the next big thing: the holidays!

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It’s still early in November, but the festive atmosphere is alive and well in the GTA and a number of holiday events are starting to pop up. There’s a lot on tap this weekend.

Menage Toronto Holiday Market

This holiday market kicks off Sunday at Stackt Market (28 Bathurst St.) with more than 30 vendors and makers from Barkada MRKT and Urban Makers Market, all under one roof. There will be swag bag giveaways as well as Asian-inspired dishes and treats. The market is open from 12:00 to 18:00. There is no entrance fee.

Click here for more information.

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Two-day indoor pop-up by local MRKT

Located near Trinity Bellwoods Park at 837 Dundas St. W., just down the street from Kensington Market, shoppers are invited to hunt for artisan gems and grab a bite to eat. There is no entrance fee. The event lasts Saturday from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

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Toronto Aces & Aros Makers Market

This arts and crafts market includes numerous pride-themed crafts. There is no free entry. Find it at 519 Church St., room 304.

For more information, click here.

Swifties scavenger hunt

The world’s biggest pop star and Canada’s largest museum combine to form an interactive game inspired by the lyrics of Taylor Swift, which takes visitors through all three floors of the Royal Ontario Museum in search of everything from her birthstone to beautiful works of art.

The event takes place on Sunday. For more information, visit rom.on.ca.

Ukrainian music festival

Takes place on Sundays at The Theater at Great Canadian Casino Resort, 1133 Queens Plate Dr. Start time is 6:00 PM

For more information, visit livenation.com.

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Craft fair

Find handmade items from local vendors, gift ideas and games on Saturdays from 10am to 7pm. There is also a bake sale and cafe in Corpus Christi Parish, 1810 Queen St. E.

For more information, visit corpuschristito.achtoronto.org.

Tkaronto Music Festival

Indigenous music will bounce off the walls at the TD Music Hall at the Allied Music Center from Thursday to Saturday as the Tkaronto Music Festival is celebrated with headliners including Blue Moon Marquee, The Halluci Nation and Tanya Tagaq.

For tickets go to tdmusichall.mhrth.com.

Older and reckless

The Harbourfront Center Theater is the place to be on Fridays and Saturdays for the Moonhorse Dance Theater’s acclaimed series Older & Reckless. The series contains five dance works created and performed by major dance artists over 45 years old.

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Go to moonhorsedance.com for more information.

Echoes in between

This new version of the award-winning Dora work In Between by Roberto Campanella and Robert Glumbek can be seen at the Fleck Dance Theater from Friday to Sunday. ProArteDanza celebrates its 20th anniversary season.

For more information, visit proartedanza.com/whatson.

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Danse Hall of Fame Dance Collection

On Sunday, the sixth annual event will induct 13 notable dance contributors from across the country. The evening will feature celebrity presenters and inductees, live performances and a cocktail and food reception.

Go to halloffame.dcd.ca for more information.

Trivia night at Sportsnet Grill

Sportsnet Grill hosts Toronto’s ultimate trivia nights with quizmaster Jess and the next one is on deck this Saturday.

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Sportsnet Grill will be handing out prizes and food and drink deals, such as all-you-can-eat wings. There is a minimum food and beverage spend of $10 per person. Trivia topics range from sports to music, pop culture, geography and more.

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Sober Fest Toronto

Dry October has turned into November with this unique festival on Saturday at the Henderson Brewery.

The event aims to create an inclusive, enjoyable experience that celebrates both alcoholic and premium non-alcoholic drinks. The music is provided by the Sterling Road Ramblers. Participants are introduced to the diversity and quality of non-alcoholic drinks and can taste different products. The event is a collaboration between Bevvy’s, the city’s first standalone alcohol-free bottle shop, and Henderson.

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Click here for tickets.

Hyundai Hockey Hall of Fame Legends Classic

It’s Team Hefford vs. Team Lindros as Jayna Hefford, Eric Lindros and other stars of the game go head-to-head in this annual Hall of Fame Induction Weekend tradition at Scotiabank Arena.

The Class of 2024 includes Colin Campbell, Natalie Darwitz, Pavel Datsyuk, David Poile, Jeremy Roenick, Shea Weber and Krissy Wendell-Pohl.

For more information, visit HHOF.com/legendsclassic.

Dark Tales: a compelling journey into music, light and legend

New Music Concerts presents this immersive storytelling event on Saturday at the Meridian Arts Center. It is a multimedia performance that combines live music and visual art, creating a journey that blurs the line between audience and performer.

Duo Concertante brings five parts to life, inspired by ghost stories, folklore and childhood memories.

Click here for more information.

Sommet/Mandingue/Summit: West African dance and drum festival

Taking place from Friday to Sunday at Daniels Spectrum in Regent Park, it marks the fifth edition of the three-day multi-disciplinary festival celebrating traditional West African art and culture. Free workshops and ticketed performances are offered.

Click here to learn more.

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