Do you have a taste for arts and entertainment? You can’t beat a city like Toronto, where there are exciting new experiences to expand your horizons at every turn. The sights and attractions of Toronto draw an astounding 27.5 million visitors every year! Renowned attractions like the CN Tower, Ripley’s Aquarium, the Royal Ontario Museum, and the Art Gallery of Ontario take the spotlight. However, residents know that it’s not just the notable landmarks but the little venues and events that give Toronto its outstanding character.
Here are a few of the neighbourhoods to live in to experience the best entertainment opportunities Toronto has to offer.
Bloor West Village
Bloor West Village is a treasure trove of exciting events and experiences for residents of all ages! There’s plenty to keep the little ones engaged, including a massive outdoor children’s summer festival. Plus, the nightlife is out of this world! Bloor West Village packs a lot of action into an 8-block strip. If you’re looking for live entertainment and food that’s to die for, here are a few places you have to visit.
Old Mill Toronto
A luxury event venue, restaurant and tea garden, Old Mill Toronto is a must-see attraction in the West End. Check out the dining and dancing series while you tap your feet to the musical stylings of the Beatles, Elvis, Fleetwood Mac and more. Or stop by earlier in the day for afternoon tea with a couple of your friends. During the nice weather, your whole crew will surely love the epic outdoor patio!
Village Playhouse
Tucked away on Bloor St West, you’ll find one of the neighbourhood’s best-kept secrets! Village Playhouse is an exceptional little theatre hosting various productions throughout the year. There are so many choices. Come sit on the edge of your seat during a riveting murder mystery full of twists and turns. Or laugh yourself silly during a poignant comedy that still has heart.
One thing is for sure: Whether you laugh or cry, you’ll never view the world the same way again.
Kingsway Theatre
Why pay a fortune to see the latest movie in a crowded mainstream cinema? At Kingsway Theatre, you can enjoy an old-school experience in a classic venue. Features include everything from foreign films, mind-opening documentaries, and even a few modern blockbusters. This unique ambiance will transport you back to a simpler time!
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Baby Point
You might not think of this quiet, affluent neighbourhood as a hub for entertainment, but Baby Point is full of surprises. Though best known for tree-lined streets and larger-than-average homes, you will find plenty of elevated experiences to enjoy close to home. Here are a few notable favourites:
Baby Point Lounge
The perfect place for small gatherings and events, Baby Point Lounge offers some of the best Ukrainian cuisine anywhere in the GTA. If there’s a wedding, anniversary, or other special occasion coming up, you don’t have to look any further for your venue. The food will be the talk of the evening, and there is plenty of space for dancing and mingling afterwards. Best of all, the friendly staff will help you plan everything down to the last detail.
Baby Point Art Studio
What better way to bond with your friends than through art? Baby Point Art Studio offers workshops, classes and team-building parties to bring everyone together. With six new projects every month, you will always find something to ignite your imagination and creativity. There’s even an online store where you can offer your best pieces to the world!
Baby Point Club
The Baby Point Club is a social community right in the heart of the neighbourhood that offers various athletic events throughout the year. Tennis enthusiasts can play games and take lessons to improve their technique.
If tennis doesn’t get you moving, check out the breathtaking lawn bowling greens and other related activities!
The club is run by volunteers, and you’ll find their passion contagious in everything they do!
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Roncevalles
It’s hard to beat Roncevalles when it comes to totally unique entertainment experiences and venues. This trendy neighbourhood has more independent shops and restaurants than chain businesses. Its uniqueness and character carry through into the entertainment industry. Whether you’re looking for spellbinding indie movies or to discover the best musical acts in Toronto, you won’t have to go far. Here are just a few hotspots located within minutes of Roncevalles.
Revue Cinema
Toronto’s oldest standing movie theatre still in use today is now an officially designated heritage site. Are you craving a film experience that’s more original the Hollywood’s latest offerings? Revue Cinema offers everything from independent dramas, cult classics, and other hidden gems they’re not showing anywhere else! Visit once, and you’ll see exactly why this little cinema has become one of Toronto’s most beloved venues!
Assembly Theatre
Independent and emerging actors share their best work and perform their hearts out at the Assembly Theatre at 1479 Queen St. West. It’s a great place to sit back and sip a coffee while enjoying a unique, one-of-a-kind production. What if you’ve caught the acting bug yourself? You’ll be excited to know that they’re holding auditions right now! The venue also offers rehearsal and performance space for your own events, complete with social media coverage to help you get the word out.
Baby G
Are you looking for a cozy night out while you discover some of the best cutting-edge indie musicians in Toronto? Come on out to the Baby G, an intimate and fantastic venue with even better sound.
Who knows? That up-and-coming band you see tomorrow might become next year’s headlining act!
This is just a small taste of all that the West End offers! If you want to know more about real estate opportunities, we’d love to help. Contact us today at info@sidorovainwood.com or call 416.769.3437 for a free, no-obligation chat.
