In Toronto, you can dance to the rhythm of steel drums in the Caribana Parade; get a sneak peek at the latest movies at the Toronto International Film Festival's premieres; and enjoy the world's largest Santa Claus Parade. In high summer, the streets of Toronto are alive with the sounds of Street Festivals and Jazz Festivals, while the Taste of Danforth is a chance to see the Mediterranean and feast at the same time. With a thousand festivals a year, Toronto offers an unforgettable atmosphere of celebration, no matter when you visit or what your interests are. '
Canada Blooms - March
Distillery Jazz Festival -May
Worldwide Short Film Festival - June
Toronto Downtown Jazz Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival - June/July
Canada Day - July 1
Grand Prix Toronto --Grand Prix Toronto - July
Celebrate Toronto Street Festivals - July
Beaches International Jazz Festival - July International Jazz Festival - July
Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival -August
Caribbean Carnival (Caribana) - August
Taste of the Danforth - August
Canadian National Exhibition - AugustToronto International Film Festival - Sept. -September
Taste of Toronto Festival
Toronto Downtown Santa Claus Parade - November
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair - November
Cavalcade of Lights - November-January
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair - November-January
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair - November-January
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair - November November-January
Kensington Karnival (Kensington Winter Solstice Carnival) -- December
Holiday Dreams Winterfest at Ontario Place - December
New Year's Eve at City Hall - December
Highlights
Toronto's theatres put on 10,000 performances a year. Toronto's theatres stage 10,000 performances a year, a number that rivals that of the world's most famous cultural capitals, New York and London. Shows range from daring plays and stirring classical concerts to laugh-out-loud comedies and cool rock concerts. Most of Toronto's theaters and concert halls are concentrated in the downtown area.
The Four Seasons Center for the Performing Arts, Massey Hall, Stage West Hotel and Theatre Restaurant, Roy Thomson Hall, the Entertainment District, and the Toronto International Film Festival. Thomson Hall), Entertainment District, Hummingbird Center for the Performing Arts, Living Arts Center, Toronto Center for the Arts, Markham Theatre for Performing Arts.
Surprises abound
Toronto's unique diversity and the creative genius of Torontonians are reflected in the windows and shelves of businesses large and small. From the latest fashions to the most unusual records, from small, unique clothing stores to large supermarkets, there's a place to shop for every taste. For upscale shopping, head to Bloor-Yorkville, for the new and trendy, head to Queen West, and for the in-between, there are even more choices for the popular: Toronto Eaton Center, Square One, Vaughan Mills, Woodbine Center, and the Cookstown Manufacturers' Outlet. Don't worry about bad weather dampening your shopping spirit, the 27-kilometer-long PATH underground tunnel connects more than 1,200 stores with 4 million square feet of shopping space, so you can enjoy your shopping rain or shine.
Shade of Green
Toronto's public **** green spaces **** 3 million trees, a number familiar to government officials because they are public **** property, each protected by the city. The Greater Toronto Area has 20,000 hectares of parkland, including greenbelts, beaches, nature preserves, and a musical garden. Citizens and visitors can play or take a break here. The islands in the heart of Lake Toronto, opposite the south end of downtown, are free of motorized traffic, so visitors can rent bicycles to get around the islands or boats to go boating along the lakefront. There are also a number of golf courses in the city that are easily accessible by public transit, with courses designed for all levels of golfers.
Toronto's 1,500 parks and public ****green spaces*** contain three million trees, a number familiar to government officials because they are all public ****property and each one is protected by the city. The Greater Toronto Area has 20,000 hectares of parkland, including greenbelts, beaches, nature preserves, and a musical garden. Citizens and visitors can play or take a break in beautiful surroundings. The Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is responsible for organizing activities at 11 park sites in the Greater Toronto Area, including bird watching, picnicking, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, hiking, and other outdoor recreation activities.TRCA parks offer family packages and discounted day passes.
Golf courses, The Beaches, Downsview Park, Toronto Islands, Toronto Zoo.
Delicious food
When in Toronto, bring your appetite. Toronto's restaurants offer a wide range of flavors that are sure to make your mouth water and your mouth water. Canada is a vast and rich country with a wide variety of products ranging from delicacies of the mountains to seafood, from lake food to seafood, the most famous of which are Vancouver crab, Alaskan king crab and Atlantic lobster. Canada is also rich in all kinds of fresh produce, such as meat (Canadian beef is the best), grains, dairy products. With immigrants from all over the world bringing spices and cooking techniques from their homelands, enjoying international dining in Toronto can be authentic, world-class, and authentic. From Chinese to Western, Peruvian to Japanese, Indian curry, Korean barbecue, Italian macaroni, and French cuisine, the dining options are endless. If you can't get enough, try some of Canada's wild game including North American bison meat, venison and glacier-pure water. With more than 7,000 restaurants throughout the city reflecting flavors and cultures from around the world, there's a place for you no matter what your tastes are.
1. Chinese food
Toronto has the largest Chinese population outside of Asia, so naturally, Chinese restaurants are plentiful and authentic, featuring a mix of Szechuan, Hunan, Cantonese, and even Northern flavors. These Chinese restaurants can be found in Chinatown downtown, as well as in Scarborough, Richmond Hill, Markham and Mississauga in the West End.
2. Italian Cuisine
Toronto has a large Italian population, which makes it a great place for authentic Italian restaurants. You can try dishes from different regions of Italy as well as the latest cooking techniques. The chefs are absolutely excellent and you're guaranteed to have a great time! Little Italy is also worth a visit, with its unique al fresco restaurants and cafes that make you feel like you're in a Mediterranean resort.
3. Greek food
Want to try some authentic nutella? Head to Greektown! Many of the restaurants here have open kitchens so you can see your meal being prepared. The Taste of the Danforth festival, held every August, is a great place to sample a wide range of Greek cuisine and experience Mediterranean food culture.
4. Indian Cuisine
The streets of India are lined with authentic Indian restaurants and specialty stores that will immerse you in the rich Indian culture. The Gerrard India Bazaar is the largest concentration of Indian clothing, lifestyle products and food in North America.
5. Dining tips
Tipping: When dining out, if you are satisfied with the restaurant's service, it is common practice to tip 15% of the pre-tax bill. Please note that some restaurants automatically
include the tip in the bill, so be sure to look for it when you pay to avoid double payment. Other services such as haircuts, shoe shines, and cab rides also require a tip of around 15%.
Drinking laws: The legal drinking age in Ontario is 19 years old, so please follow the rules and regulations, and be careful in public places.
Shopping Paradise
1. Toronto Eaton Center
Located in the heart of downtown on Centre Street, the Eaton Center is a one-stop shopping and entertainment destination with 300 stores. You can spend the whole day in the shopping center and find what you want. Across the street from the Eaton Mall is the flagship store of the Hudson Bay Company, Canada's leading department store, which is connected to the Eaton Mall by an enclosed pedestrian bridge, making the shopping fun go on and on.
2, Pacific Mall (Pacific Mall)
Located in Markham, Pacific Mall is Toronto's largest Asian shopping mall, and a favorite destination for young people. There are more than 400 stores in the mall that offer trendy clothing, cosmetics, audio-visual products, jewelry, ginseng and antler supplements, and specialty beverages, to name a few.
3, other shopping centers
Square One is the second largest shopping mall in the country, with a wide range of stores. The recently opened Vaughan Mills is also a large and modern shopping center. Other malls worth visiting include Sherway Gardens, Yorkdale Shopping Center, Fairview Mall, Scarborough Town Center, Markville Mall, and Dixie Value Mall, all of which are filled with a plethora of specialty retail stores, restaurants and entertainment.