It's March, but the forecast is calling for brisk weather into April—and that doesn't mean you should hibernate. Start the weekend off at Toronto ComiCon where you can unleash your inner comic nerd. On Saturday, a private streetcar ride to some of Toronto's pubs will have you forgetting about the grueling weekday commute (or suddenly thinking it's not so bad). That evening, join fellow synthpop fans at the TRUST show, and cure your Sunday hangover with a three-course brunch with special cocktails by a Toronto mixologist. Long story short, we've got your weekend covered.
Long Winter
When: Mar. 7, 7 pm
Where: The Great Hall, 1087 Queen St. West
Details: Consider this instalment of Long Winter one massive party to get rid of your winter blues, with a little help from music, DJs, karaoke, art, film, food and puppets (yes, puppets). There's something for everyone, especially those looking to start their weekend off right. The entrance fee is pay what you can and don't forget to bring a crew 'cause this one's all ages.
Toronto ComiCon
When: Mar. 7-9
Where: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St. West
Details: In what world can you find Napoleon Dynamite, Gustavo Fring of Breaking Bad and your favourite Star Wars characters all in one place? In the world of ComiCon, of course. Attend comic-sketching workshops, explore the artist alley, shop at over 100 retailers and more. A weekend pass is $45 and a one-day pass for children is $10.
Great Canadian streetcar pubcrawl
When: Mar. 8, 5 pm
Where: Pauper's Pub, 539 Bloor St. West
Details: Non-profit organization S-drive will host the Great Canadian streetcar pubcrawl, which will take you around town on a privately chartered streetcar—fancy, huh? You'll hit four of Toronto's finest pubs (the locations may surprise you) while you mix 'n' mingle with other young professionals. Purchase tickets from S-drive for $49.
TRUST
When: Mar. 8, 9 pm
Where: Adelaide Hall, 250 Adelaide St. West
Details: Get your Saturday night dancing shoes on because TRUST is coming home! Toronto's homegrown synthpop group is bound to take you on wild ride and get your pulse racing to the beat of the synthesizer. General admission is $21.
¡A Huevo! Pop-Up Brunch
When: Mar. 9, 12 pm and 1:30 pm
Where: The Atlantic, 1597 Dundas St. West
Details: Bid your weekend adieu with a three-course, Mexican-inspired Sunday brunch complete with cocktails hosted by mixologist Alexander Stanojevic and his father, chef Goran Stanojevic. Word on the street is that the 3 pm slot is full, but there's space during the 12 pm and 1:30 pm sittings. The prix fix menu is $35 per person.
School Shucks – Oyster Class
When: Mar. 9, 2 pm to 5 pm
Where: Hogtown Pub and Oysters, 633 College St.
Details: A three-hour class to have you shucking oysters like a pro? Heck yes. Learn about oyster "terroir" – the distinct flavour of the oyster specific to the environment in which it grows. The best part? After you shuck 'em, you'll wash them down with some fine bevvies and bring home a shucker of your own to show friends and family your new skills. The class costs $95.
