Liberty Social Hour “Carnival del Sol”
July 10, 2012 by AleJandra Melo
Filed under Past Events
Liberty Social Hour will be coming back this winter.
Date: TBD
The First Ignite Business Event Expo (iBE)
July 9, 2012 by deblewis
Filed under Ask Deb, Ontario, Past Events, Toronto
“Vibrant and forward-thinking conference and tradeshow to bring together planners and suppliers to shape the future of our industry”
On June 12-13, the CityEvents team was invited to participate in the inaugural Ignite Business Event Expo (iBE) that took place at the Direct Energy Centre in Toronto.
iBE is a new, vibrant and forward-thinking forum bringing global planners and suppliers together to conduct business. During the two days there were many interesting conferences about various different subjects, such as the benefits of Social Media made by National Speakers like DR Greg Wells, Olympic Superbodies host, Sonia Verma, Chief Correspondent for The Globe & Mail, Craig and Marc Kielburger, Co-founders of We Day.
The event was a good opportunity to meet many professionals coming from Canada and all over the world! There were around 200 booths representing the event industry, and hotels and resorts from around the world, helping people find different options and locations for their upcoming events.
The inaugural business events expo was a unique and stylish show that maximized exhibitor offerings while securing a worthwhile, experiential environment for those who attended. The CityEvents team enjoyed the atmosphere of this intimate show and were able to connect with other industry professionals
For more information about iBE go to : http://ignitemag.ca/be_expo/good_to_know/what_is_be
This first iBE was a success; we cannot wait for the next iBE in 2013!!!
Escape to Artscape
July 4, 2012 by AleJandra Melo
Filed under Event Venues, Toronto, Uncategorized
Could Wychwood Barns, located at 601 Christie Street, be the venue for your next event? To answer that question it is important to know a few more details about the location itself.
Artscape Wychwood Barns is a community cultural hub where a dynamic mix of arts, culture, food security, urban agriculture, environmental and other community activities and initiatives come together to provide a new lease on life for a century-old former streetcar repair facility. This multi-faceted complex is home to: 26 artist live/work spaces, programming and administrative facilities for 14 not-for-profit organizations, indoor and outdoor growing areas, a community-run gallery and a 7,680 square foot Covered Street used for farmers and art markets, conferences and events that can fit up to 1000 people.
Since opening in November 2008, Artscape Wychwood Barns has become one of Toronto’s most unique event venues. The building’s soaring ceilings, exposed brick walls, abundant natural light and architectural detailing create a dramatic backdrop for fundraisers and gala events, meetings and conferences, weddings and celebrations, exhibitions and product launches, festivals and community events.
Next time you are in need of a venue location for a visual arts exhibition, performance or meeting check out Wychwood Barns.
For more information check out their website: http://www.wychwoodbarnscommunity.ca/
Diving Into Toronto’s Waterfront
June 27, 2012 by AleJandra Melo
Filed under Past Events, Toronto, Uncategorized
The Redpath Toronto Waterfront Festival is an annual festival celebrating Toronto’s waterfront, presented by the Waterfront Business Improvement Area (BIA). It is a is a unique festival that provides on water and on land programming, while positioning and promoting Toronto locally, nationally and internationally as a waterfront destination.
This years celebration took place June 21 through 24, 2012, down on Queen’s Quay. It included Saltscapes and the provinces of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, and a celebration of the East Coast lifestyle. There was also The Wharf at York, with interactive folklore performances. Sweet Smokin’ Suga’ Beach Jam, a folk and blues music showcase and beach BBQ.
This year’s Redpath Waterfront Festival brought music, art, culture and cuisine to a variety of waterfront locations. There were people visiting from all over the Canada and performances from all types of musicians, public private and even students from a nearby school for girls here in Toronto.
Headlining the event was ‘Saltscapes’ a celebration of east coast culture at HTO Park East. At Harbour Quay, the area was transported into an interactive old port settlement called ‘The Wharf at York’ with sail makers, weavers, musicians and more. Sugar Beach had live music, a beach barbeque and a unique lightshow where they transformed a fountain display into a nighttime multimedia water theatre.
Overall the event was great, great food, great music and a great celebration of Toronto’s waterfront.
Celebrate your father with the perfect outing in Toronto
June 5, 2012 by CityEvents
Filed under Event Venues, Uncategorized
It’s that time of year again, Father’s Day! Are you looking for the perfect activity that your father will cherish forever? On June 17 2012, celebrate your dad with the perfect outing in Toronto!
Safeway Father’s Day Walk/Run for Prostate Cancer
Sunday, June 17 2012, 8:30a.m, Ashbridges Bay Park
Help Celebrate Fathers all over the world by raising money and awareness for the number one cancer threat to Canadian men. This annual 5K walk takes place at Ashbridges Bay Park and raises funds for Prostate Cancer Canada: http://www.prostatecancer.ca/Fathers-Day-Run/2012
Toronto Blue Jays take on the Philadelphia Phillies.
Sunday June 17 2012, 1:07p.m- Rogers Center, 1 Blue Jay’s Way
Treat your father to a special day at the ballpark, as the Toronto Blue Jays take on the Philadelphia Phillies. The first 20, 000 fans will receive a new logo replica Blue Jays Batting Helmet. For tickets/ticket information visit: www.bluejays.com
Father’s Day Brunch at Casa Loma
Sunday, June 17, 2012, Casa Loma- 1 Austin Terrace
Experience a Royal Father’s Day Brunch at Toronto’s Casa Loma. After an elegant brunch enjoy a self-guided tour of Toronto’s famous castle. Don’t forget to take part in the Casa Loma Family Archery Workshop: www.casaloma.org
Battle of Black Creek Father’s Day Re-enactment
June 17 2012. Black Creek Pioneer Village- 100 Murray Ross Parkway.
Enjoy a special Revolutionary War re-enactment and Father’s Day BBQ Lunch at Black Creek’s Pioneer Village. More than 200 soldiers will re-enact history by demonstrating the full-scale Battle of Black Creek. Other Father’s Day activities at Pioneer Village include tours and samples at the Black Creek Historic Brewery and musket and cannon demonstrations: www.blackcreek.ca/
All aboard Mariposa’s Father’s Day Cruises
Sunday, May 13, Noon – 2 p.m, Mariposa Cruises- 207 Queens Quay West
Treat dad to something different this year. Experience Father’s Day brunch from the water on Marposa’s cruises. Enjoy a two-hour cruise around Toronto’s picturesque waterfront while enjoying a scrumptious brunch: www.mariposacruises.com
For more Toronto upcoming events check our website upcoming events, at www.torontocityevents.com
