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You've Got To Do At Least 21 Of These 42 Things To Really Enjoy Holiday SZN In Toronto

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Christmas season is officially upon us, and as the holiday events around the city start to get announced and holiday window displays start to go up, you probably can't help but wonder which activities you should do to properly enjoy the best time of the year!

Lucky for you, we've got a list of 42 things that are great ideas for any Christmas lover who is looking to experience all that the city has to offer this holiday. Whether you are looking for the prettiest light displays, best ice rinks or fun random activities like snow tubing or skate trails, we've got it all!

Check out the unveiling of the Eaton Centre Christmas tree!

Visit Evergreen's Winter Village and go for a stroll down their trail.

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Go skating on the rink at Nathan Phillips Square.

Join in the annual Polar Bear Dip at Sunny Side Beach!

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Use this map to see all of the Christmas lights on display in the city.

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Spend a day checking out one of these Christmas markets!

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Visit the Distillery District Christmas Market.

Head to Eaton Centre on Black Friday to catch some crazy deals!

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Go tobogganing at Riverdale Park.

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Enjoy a S'Mores Latte at this cafe.

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Go to the Holiday Fair in the Square.

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Try to eat all of these Christmas inspired foods around the city before the holidays end.

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Check out DJ Skate Nights at the Harbourfront Centre!

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Go to a Leafs or Marlies game.

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Go to the theatre and see Elf the musical at Ed Mirvish!

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Drive through the Gift of Lights light tunnel!

Go snow tubing at Chicopee Tube Park.

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Get your body wrapped in Hot Chocolate at St. Anne's Spa.

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See 'Home Alone: in Concert'!

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Escape the chilly weather by visiting Allan Gardens.

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Make your own Christmas wreath at Crown Flora Studio!

Roadtrip to one of these small towns that get completely decked out during the holiday season.

Check out both the Hudson's Bay and Saks Fifth Avenue holiday window displays!

Go ugly Christmas sweater hunting at Black Market!

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Refuse to let "Patio SZN" go by visiting one of these heated patios!

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Hide from the cold by staying in and getting pampered at Her Majesty's Pleasure!

Visit Nathan Phillips Square to catch the Cavalcade of Lights.

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Go to the Santa Claus Parade.

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Visit the Royal Winter Fair!

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Sit in on the timeless Christmas favourite that is The Nutcracker.

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Turn these Summer picnic spots into the perfect place to start a snowball fight!

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Check out Nadège Patisserie's iconic hot chocolate.

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Go gift shopping with your friends around Kensington market.

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Stay in and queue up these holiday movies available on Netflix for the perfect Christmas movie marathon!

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Escape the cold and play a few board games with friends at Snakes and Lattes.

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Go on one of these scenic Winter walks in the city (if you are brave enough to face the cold!)

Go on a road trip and explore Queen Victoria Park!

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Get a photo with Santa Claus at Sherway Gardens.

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Step up your Instagram-game this winter by checking out these cool spots to take photos!

Visit the Union Station Holiday Market!

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Check out all the cool sculptures at this year's Icefest!

Check out all the decorated windows in the Bloor-Yorkville area.

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