Nathan Phillips Square
Neighborhood: Downtown
Nearest Train: Osgoode
Phone: +1 416 392 1111
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Named after the late Nathan Phillips, Toronto's "Mayor to all the people," this architectural delight is located at the foot of City Hall. It is the focal point for many events throughout the year, including the First Night Toronto festival every New Year's Eve. During the summer it is home to many outdoor entertainers and live bands. From November 15-March 15 (weather permitting) the reflecting pool becomes an outdoor skating rink. Skate rentals and refreshments are available. For event information call the City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Department.
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Nov 28th, 2009 to Dec 19th, 2009
5:30PM
Holiday Season in Lights
Thousands descend upon Nathan Phillips Square every year to kick off the holiday season in style. A giant Christmas tree with over 100,000 twinkling lights greets spectators as it is officially lit on this evening. Canadian ice skating Olympians participate in the two, twenty-minute ice skating performances in the Nathan Phillips Square ice rink, and some of the city's best musical performers fill the stage. Public skating to live music is offered nightly. Bundle up to dance or skate under the stars. This is a free event offered every year by the city. Opening ceremony starts at 7p and check website for exact dates.
Olympic Torch Relay
Dec 17th, 2009 to Dec 19th, 2009
Take part of the magic of the Olympic Torch Relay and witness firsthand the fiery symbol of peace and of the triumph of the human spirit. Entrance is free.
WinterCity Festival
Jan 29th, 2010 to Feb 11th, 2010
There's nothing like three days of rollicking free concerts, skating shows, ice sculptures and circus performances to rouse you out of the clutches of the winter blahs. This free annual city festival draws thousands of people to various downtown venues at the Nathan Phillips Square, to set fire to the cold days of February. Set up as the south and north poles, each venue hosts the celebratory spectacles that are perfect for all ages. Street theatre and food vendors spice up the surrounding areas while the free entertainment livens the weekend up. Admission is free to all events.
Toronto Bike Month
May 25th, 2010 to Jun 25th, 2010
Promoting healthy living by encouraging people to cycle within the city as an alternate mode of transportation is the focus of the Toronto Bike Month festival. Festivities include a free pancake breakfast at Nathan Phillips Square for those riding their bikes to work, group rides with the Toronto Police Bike Patrol and a children's bicycle rodeo. The Stephen's Courier Classic urban bike race is the final highlight, where bike messengers go head-to-head with firefighters, ambulance workers and professional cyclists to win the race and raise money for charity. Check the site or call for full event and venue info.
Outdoor Entertainment
Neighborhood: Downtown
Nearest Train: Osgoode
Phone: +1 416 392 1111
Website | Map | add to Travel Bag (NEW)
Named after the late Nathan Phillips, Toronto's "Mayor to all the people," this architectural delight is located at the foot of City Hall. It is the focal point for many events throughout the year, including the First Night Toronto festival every New Year's Eve. During the summer it is home to many outdoor entertainers and live bands. From November 15-March 15 (weather permitting) the reflecting pool becomes an outdoor skating rink. Skate rentals and refreshments are available. For event information call the City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Department.
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Associated Events
Cavalcade of LightsNov 28th, 2009 to Dec 19th, 2009
5:30PM
Holiday Season in Lights
Thousands descend upon Nathan Phillips Square every year to kick off the holiday season in style. A giant Christmas tree with over 100,000 twinkling lights greets spectators as it is officially lit on this evening. Canadian ice skating Olympians participate in the two, twenty-minute ice skating performances in the Nathan Phillips Square ice rink, and some of the city's best musical performers fill the stage. Public skating to live music is offered nightly. Bundle up to dance or skate under the stars. This is a free event offered every year by the city. Opening ceremony starts at 7p and check website for exact dates.
Olympic Torch Relay
Dec 17th, 2009 to Dec 19th, 2009
Take part of the magic of the Olympic Torch Relay and witness firsthand the fiery symbol of peace and of the triumph of the human spirit. Entrance is free.
WinterCity Festival
Jan 29th, 2010 to Feb 11th, 2010
There's nothing like three days of rollicking free concerts, skating shows, ice sculptures and circus performances to rouse you out of the clutches of the winter blahs. This free annual city festival draws thousands of people to various downtown venues at the Nathan Phillips Square, to set fire to the cold days of February. Set up as the south and north poles, each venue hosts the celebratory spectacles that are perfect for all ages. Street theatre and food vendors spice up the surrounding areas while the free entertainment livens the weekend up. Admission is free to all events.
Toronto Bike Month
May 25th, 2010 to Jun 25th, 2010
Promoting healthy living by encouraging people to cycle within the city as an alternate mode of transportation is the focus of the Toronto Bike Month festival. Festivities include a free pancake breakfast at Nathan Phillips Square for those riding their bikes to work, group rides with the Toronto Police Bike Patrol and a children's bicycle rodeo. The Stephen's Courier Classic urban bike race is the final highlight, where bike messengers go head-to-head with firefighters, ambulance workers and professional cyclists to win the race and raise money for charity. Check the site or call for full event and venue info.
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